Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: CEFC 327
Date: Jan 26, 2019

#R1#
Anderson looks to score with a jab to the body but Applegate is just out of range.
Applegate has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Applegate throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Anderson on the side of the head.
Applegate jabs at Anderson's body.#KD#
Oooooh!!! Applegate has knocked Anderson down with a huge combo! Applegate steps away and waves a wobbly Anderson back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC#
Anderson is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Sparky Anderson has been cut.
Anderson tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Anderson is still on wobbly legs! Can Applegate finish him?
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Applegate fails with the takedown
and Applegate takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Applegate throws a quick head kick that knocks Anderson silly! This fight is all over! What a finish! Applegate is up on the cage, taking in the applause from the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Abner Applegate!
Our winner, Abner Applegate, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: CEFC 326
Date: Jan 22, 2019

#R1#
Anderson jabs Lopette to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Anderson throws a jab when Lopette was well out of range.
Lopette misses with an uppercut. Anderson saw that one coming.
Lopette slips a jab and a cross from Anderson.
Lopette misses with an uppercut. Anderson saw that one coming.
An attempted straight right counter from Anderson misses the target.
Anderson throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Lopette stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Anderson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Bornas Lopette seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lopette jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Anderson lands a really nice looking cross but Lopette seems unphased.
Anderson tries to bum rush Lopette with a series of wild strikes but Lopette uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Lopette avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
A jab from Anderson misses.
Anderson misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Lopette 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 Anderson has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Anderson and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Anderson steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Lopette. That one must have hurt.
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL#
Anderson moves into range and clinches up with Lopette.#T1#
Anderson is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Lopette is defending well.#BC#
Anderson breaks from the clinch.
Some bone on bone action there as Lopette checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
A shot to the liver by Anderson. Beautiful body shot.
Anderson lands a nice looking body shot.
Lopette lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Anderson throws a right and a left that both miss.
Anderson lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Lopette circles away quickly and effectively.
Anderson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lopette.
Lopette throws a half hearted mid kick.
Anderson throws a sloppy head kick and Lopette moves out of range easily.
Anderson tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Lopette moves away from the strike by Anderson.
Lopette throws a leg kick but Anderson checks it. #T2#
Lopette blocks a head kick by Anderson.
Anderson misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Lopette lands with a shot to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lopette throws a lazy head kick
and Anderson counters with a low kick, right behind Lopette 's knee.
Anderson misses with a low kick.
Lopette motions for Anderson to come forward. Lopette throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Anderson lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Anderson fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Anderson lands a really nice looking cross but Lopette seems unphased.
Anderson fails to land with a series of punches.
Anderson on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Anderson misses with a hook. Lopette ducked under it nicely. #T3##CL#
Anderson darts in and clinches Lopette up against the cage.
Lopette pushes off an throws an elbow but Anderson leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Anderson tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Lopette misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC#
Anderson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Anderson thumps Lopette with a low kick.
Jab from Anderson.
Anderson throws a leg kick which misses Lopette's front leg but catches the back leg as Lopette tries to avoid it.
Anderson slips a straight right by Lopette.
Lopette takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Anderson throws a series of punches but Lopette moves out of range.
Anderson lands with a good body shot.
Anderson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #CL#
Anderson moves into the clinch.#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!#BC#
Anderson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Lopette's corner calls for a 1-2. Lopette obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Anderson takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
A lazy left from Anderson finds it's target.
Lopette throws a leg kick
and Anderson counters with a three punch combo that has Lopette backing up. Lopette nods at Anderson to acknowledge the strikes.
Lopette loads up on a big right hand but Anderson slips the punch.
Anderson was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Lopette throws a looping overhand right but Anderson ducks down to avoid it.
A lazy left from Anderson finds it's target.
A jab from Lopette misses.
Anderson fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Lopette has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Lopette fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Anderson manages to avoid it.
Anderson looks to score with a jab to the body but Lopette is just out of range.
Lopette wants to slow Anderson down by chopping away at his legs.
A jab from Anderson does it's job there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sparky Anderson dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Anderson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Anderson swinging wildly here.
Anderson throws a series of punches but Lopette avoids them all with ease.
Lopette blocks a head kick by Anderson.
Lopette avoids the body shot from Anderson.
Anderson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lopette can do to turn this around?
Anderson misses with a low kick.
Some wild striking there from Anderson.
Lopette avoids the body shot from Anderson.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anderson misses with a low kick.
Anderson with a jab.
Lopette swings away with a body shot that misses
and Anderson counters with a left and a right that stings Lopette. #ROC#
Lopette is rocked!
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Anderson here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Good exchange - Anderson coming out on top.
Lopette is still on wobbly legs! Can Anderson finish him?#T1#
Lopette throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Lopette just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromAnderson.
Anderson steps into range and unloads a brutal right left combo! Lopette is out on his feet! Anderson sets himself and nearly takes Lopette's head off with a straight right, sending him crashing to the mat! Wow, that was nasty... but awesome! Wooo!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:09 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Sparky Anderson!
Sparky Anderson was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
Bornas Lopette was interviewed post fight and said 'I'll Train Harder And Win My Next Fight Fans, Sorry For My Loss. '.

Event: CEFC Fight Night 145
Date: Jan 10, 2019

#R1#
Rollins tries to work over Anderson's front leg with a kick but Anderson checks it.
Anderson checks a low kick from Rollins.
Rollins moves out of range of the body kick from Anderson.
An inside leg kick lands from Rollins.
Rollins swings for the body but Anderson moves out of range.
A head kick by Rollins misses
and Anderson counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Rollins thinking.
Anderson wants to clinch up but Rollins keeps it at a distance.
Rollins moves out of range of the strikes.
Anderson lands a nice shot that snaps Rollins's head back.
Rollins clobbers Anderson with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Anderson looks to land a combination but Rollins avoids it well.
Rollins looks like he wants to counter punch here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Anderson rushes Rollins and presses him up against the cage.#BC2#
Rollins breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Castor Rollins seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rollins tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Anderson lands with a straight right. Rollins didn't see that one coming.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rollins throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A little feinted left hand from Anderson on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T1#
Rollins circles away from the clinch attempt.
Anderson throws a head kick but Rollins moves out of range.
Anderson feints and then cracks Rollins's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Rollins down.
Rollins uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Anderson.
Anderson drops his hands momentarily and Rollins takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Anderson cracks a nice hook into Rollins's ribs.
Anderson throws a low kick, looking for Rollins's leg but Rollins calmly moves out of range.
Anderson tries to clinch but Rollins is having none of it.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Anderson checks a leg kick.
Rollins lands with a cross.
Anderson jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Anderson ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Anderson throws a head kick but Rollins moves out of range.
A punch lands to the side of Rollins 's head but he takes it in his stride.#T2#
Rollins throws a poor cross that misses
and Anderson counters with a straight right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Anderson on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Rollins. Rollins obviously looking to wear him down.
Rollins gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Anderson.
Anderson checks a leg kick.
Rollins misses with a body shot.
Rollins swings for the body but Anderson moves out of range.
Anderson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rollins doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
A bone on bone clash there as Anderson blocks the leg kick.
Anderson throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Rollins.
Anderson swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Rollins uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Anderson.
Rollins lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Rollins.
A slow jab from Rollins misses its intended target. #T3#
Rollins throws out a powerful jab.
Rollins throws a body kick that misses.
Rollins scores with a jab to the head.
Rollins misses with an uppercut.
Anderson on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Rollins. Rollins obviously looking to wear him down.
Anderson tries to close the distance and clinch but Rollins swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Anderson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Rollins.
Rollins blocks the body kick.
Anderson doesn't manage to clinch there - Rollins circles away.
Rollins throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Anderson throws a body shot but no joy.
Rollins throws a body kick that misses.
Rollins looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Anderson walks into a left hand.
Rollins lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#T4#
Anderson scores with a jab to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Anderson throws a series of punches but Rollins moves out of range.
Anderson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Rollins gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Anderson counters with a stiff right hand.
Rollins misses with a low kick.
Rollins connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Rollins walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Rollins waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Anderson.
Some bone on bone action there as Anderson checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Rollins throws a quick inside leg kick.
Anderson jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Rollins misses with a kick to the body.
Rollins with a nice cross.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Castor Rollins will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Rollins misses with an uppercut. Anderson saw that one coming.
Anderson fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Anderson wants to clinch up but Rollins keeps it at a distance.
Rollins counters with a body kick.
Anderson throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Rollins follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Anderson uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Rollins.
Anderson looks to land a body kick but Rollins moved away.#CL#
Anderson darts in and clinches Rollins up against the cage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Rollins.
Rollins using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Rollins is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#BC#
Anderson breaks from the clinch.
Anderson blocks the body kick.
A quick step to the side and Anderson tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anderson misses with a hook. Rollins ducked under it nicely.
Rollins attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Rollins checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Rollins misses with a hook. Anderson ducked under it nicely. #T1#
Rollins throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Rollins lands an overhand right.
Rollins cracks the inside of Anderson's front leg.
Rollins throws a leg kick but Anderson sees it coming and moves out of range.
Anderson scores with a crisp jab that stopped Rollins in his tracks.
Rollins thumps Anderson with a low kick.
A head kick from Anderson lands but Rollins takes it in his stride.
Anderson throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Rollins takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Anderson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Rollins throws out the jab.
Anderson checks a low kick from Rollins.
Anderson checks a low kick from Rollins.
No joy there for Rollins, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A slow jab from Anderson misses its intended target. #T2#
Anderson connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Rollins's hands.
Anderson ducks under a wild hook from Rollins.
Anderson was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Rollins changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Anderson throws a nice outside leg kick.
A punch combination from Anderson misses.
Rollins scores with a nice right hand.
Rollins fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Anderson manages to avoid it.
Anderson walks into a stiff left hand from Rollins.
A looping hook to the body misses from Rollins. Anderson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Rollins lands a lovely overhand right.
Anderson lands with an uppercut that bounces Rollins off the cage and back into range.
Rollins throws a leg kick that is checked
enabling Anderson to counter with a crisp jab. #ROC#
Rollins is rocked!
A jab from Rollins misses.
Anderson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T3#
Anderson steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Rollins. That one must have hurt.
Anderson tries to clinch up but Rollins circles away and keeps his distance.
Rollins feints and then cracks Anderson's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Anderson down.
Rollins misses with an attempted mid kick.
Rollins connects with a solid leg kick.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Anderson, right into the meat.
Rollins lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Both fighters circling a little - Anderson finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Anderson throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Rollins throws the kick towards the body but Anderson avoids it.
Rollins lands a slapping body shot.
Rollins lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Rollins dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T4#
Rollins throws out a powerful jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A cross from Anderson lands.
Anderson cracks Rollins with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Anderson is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Rollins, right into the meat.
Rollins is looking to chop away at Anderson's legs.
Anderson throws a head kick that misses.
Anderson fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Rollins.
Rollins lands with a nice body kick.
Anderson blocks a jab.
Anderson throws a right hand that misses
and Rollins counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Anderson checks a leg kick.
Anderson seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Anderson throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.#CL#
Anderson closes the distance and pushes Rollins back into the cage.#BC#
Anderson breaks the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Castor Rollins will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Rollins tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Anderson is able to avoid easily.
Anderson misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Anderson lands a nice hook to Rollins's body. Rollins takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Anderson jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Rollins tries to land a front kick but Anderson steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
That kick from Rollins tenderised Anderson's leg. Anderson is trying to keep his angry face on.
The fighters circle momentarily. Anderson darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Rollins lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Rollins digs a good body shot into Anderson's ribs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rollins throws a jab but it's blocked by Anderson.
Anderson was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Anderson slips a straight right by Rollins.
Anderson feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Rollins throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Anderson stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Anderson throws a quick inside leg kick.
Anderson takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK. #T1#
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Rollins, right into the meat. #CL#
Anderson has taken the fight to the clinch.
Anderson avoiding damage as Rollins throws knees to the body. #BC#
Anderson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Anderson tries to close the distance and clinch up but Rollins swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Rollins takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Rollins checks the leg kick.
Rollins connects with an inside leg kick.
Rollins blocks a leg kick.
Rollins keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Rollins throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Anderson lands a nice shot to the body.
Rollins uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Anderson.
Rollins swats away the attempt to clinch by Anderson.
Sparky Anderson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Rollins buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Rollins throws a right hand that misses
and Anderson counters with an inside leg kick.
Anderson staying out of range there.
Rollins fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Anderson.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Anderson tries to land a body kick
and Rollins counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Rollins misses with a looping left.
Rollins misses with an uppercut.
It looked like Anderson wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Rollins throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Rollins.
Rollins ducks right into an uppercut from Anderson.
That kick from Rollins tenderised Anderson's leg. Anderson is trying to keep his angry face on.#T3#
Rollins tests Anderson's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Anderson throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Anderson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Rollins throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Anderson.
Rollins motions for Anderson to come forward. Rollins throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Castor Rollins seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Anderson checks a leg kick.
Rollins throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Anderson walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Anderson tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Rollins manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Anderson staying out of range there.
Anderson appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Rollins lands with a kick to the temple. Anderson shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Anderson misses with a looping right.
Rollins throws a hook to the side of Anderson's head but Anderson sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T4#
Rollins throws out a loose jab but Anderson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rollins closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rollins throws a hook but Anderson blocks it.
Rollins looks to land a right hand but Anderson moved out of range.
Rollins throws a head kick that Anderson semi-blocks.
Rollins throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Anderson swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Rollins circles away from the clinch attempt.
Rollins swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Rollins checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Anderson has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Anderson there as he acknowledges the shot.
Anderson is looking to score with low kicks.
Anderson moves out of range as Rollins throws a body kick.
Anderson missing with a left hand there. Rollins was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Rollins feints a counter leg kick.

And that's the end of the fight!
Castor Rollins comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Rollins 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 Trevor Gratis scores the fight 28:29
Judge William Peck scores the fight 28:29
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 28:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Castor Rollins!
A very excited looking Castor Rollins 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: CEFC Fight Night 144
Date: Dec 26, 2018

#R1#
Anderson scores with a jab to the head.
Alviso misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Anderson's corner calls for a 1-2. Anderson obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Alviso stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Alviso wants it to stay on the feet.
Alviso tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Anderson defends well and Alviso ends up having to push Anderson into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Alviso misses with a two punch combination.
Jerome Alviso seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Alviso changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Anderson tries to avoid it but Alviso manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Anderson to the ground. Anderson escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Sparky Anderson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jerome Alviso.#TD2#
Alviso closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Anderson did well to prevent Alviso getting side control.
Alviso prevents Anderson from standing back up.
Ground and pound from Alviso.
Anderson tries to kick Alviso off but Alviso keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Alviso not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Alviso scoring with strikes to the body and head. #T1#
Anderson is trying to stand back up but Alviso is controlling him
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Alviso looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Alviso missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Anderson is trying to stand up here but Alviso is controlling him well.
Alviso throws a strike but Anderson avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Anderson wants to stand up but Alviso is controlling him.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Alviso throwing strikes from guard but Anderson blocks nicely.
Alviso 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.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Alviso working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Alviso looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Anderson working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Alviso.
Anderson wants to stand and escape but Alviso is having none of it. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Alviso takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Alviso shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Anderson but Anderson pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Anderson was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Anderson lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Alviso misses with a takedown attempt
and Anderson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Alviso tries to clinch there but Anderson circles away.
Sparky Anderson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Anderson throws a head kick but Alviso moves out of range.
Anderson avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Anderson lands a leg kick that knocks Alviso off balance momentarily.
Alviso tries for a takedown but Anderson sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#T3#
Anderson scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut! #CUT#
It looks like Jerome Alviso has been cut.
Alviso tries to clinch but Anderson moves out of range.
Alviso is looking to clinch.
Anderson fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Alviso.
Anderson fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Alviso on the side of the head.
Anderson circles to his right before unloading a perfect head kick! Alviso drops to the canvas, hurt badly! Anderson follows Alviso to the ground and unloads with a series of strikes that force the referee to step in and end the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sparky Anderson!
In his post fight interview, Sparky Anderson started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
The defeated Jerome Alviso had this to say: 'My dad and brother are going to kick my ass again when I get home...'.

Event: CEFC Fight Night 143
Date: Dec 19, 2018

#R1#
Lopette scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Lopette ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Anderson moves away.
Anderson needs to keep his hands up - Lopette had a free shot at his head there.#CL#
Anderson moves into the clinch.
Lopette lands a right hand that snaps the head of Anderson backwards.
Lopette missing with knees to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lopette.
Anderson prevents a body shot from Lopette.
A short right from Lopette.
Anderson manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Anderson is looking to control Lopette's arms but Lopette gets an underhook and turns him. Now Anderson has his back to the cage.
Anderson stalling in the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lopette missing with knees to the body.
Lopette lands an uppercut.#BC#
Anderson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #TD#
Anderson gets a takedown into half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Anderson is nestled in close to Lopette, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#T1#
Lopette blocking the ground and pound attempt from Anderson.
Anderson with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Lopette blocking the ground and pound attempt from Anderson.
Anderson not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Anderson sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Lopette defending well though.
Anderson thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Lopette's head.
Anderson seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Lopette does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lopette controlling the position for now.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Anderson is looking to stall here but Lopette recovers full guard.
Anderson wants to pass the guard but Lopette is keeping the position.
Anderson showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Anderson passes Lopette's left leg - he's now in half guard. #T3#
Anderson wants to take a breather but Lopette is having none of it.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Anderson is trying to control the action in half guard but Lopette is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Lopette tests Anderson's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Anderson swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lopette pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Anderson appears to be looking for a big counter.
Lopette turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
A solid body kick from Lopette.
Lopette tries to land a front kick but Anderson steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Lopette misses with a kick to the body.
Lopette pushes Anderson away with a front kick.#T4#
Lopette misses with a low kick.
Anderson uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Lopette ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lopette keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Anderson tries to clinch up.
Anderson throws an overhand right that lands on Lopette's shoulder, as Lopette tries to avoid the shot. #TD#
Lopette gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Anderson to score an easy takedown into full guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Anderson trying to control the position from guard on top but Lopette is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Anderson prevents Lopette from getting back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Bornas Lopette will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Lopette thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Anderson if he has to take too many more of those.
Anderson misses with a straight left.
Lopette feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Anderson's calf.
Lopette scores with a head kick. Anderson tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Lopette misses with a head kick.
Anderson appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Anderson scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Lopette throws a sloppy head kick and Anderson moves out of range easily.
Anderson tries to counter with a takedown but Lopette is quick to defend against it.
Lopette throws the kick towards the body but Anderson avoids it.
Anderson moves out of range of the leg kick from Lopette.
Anderson connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Lopette momentarily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lopette throws a leg kick but Anderson checks it.
Anderson shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Lopette but Lopette pushes him off and we're back to square one.#TD#
Anderson is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Lopette's half guard.#T1#
Anderson not doing much here.
Lopette won't allow Anderson to pass to mount.
Anderson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lopette keeps working.
Lopette on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Anderson perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Anderson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lopette keeps working.
Well, if Anderson is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Anderson has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Lopette wants to get back to full guard.#T3#
Anderson controlling the action here. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Anderson.
Lopette checks a low kick from Anderson.
Anderson checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Anderson half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Lopette cracks the inside of Anderson's front leg.
Anderson lands with a hook. Lopette tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Lopette blocks a jab.
Lopette lands with an uppercut that bounces Anderson off the cage and back into range.
Nice uppercut lands for Lopette. That snapped Anderson's head back.
Anderson takes one to the side of the head. #T4#
Anderson tries to work over Lopette's front leg with a kick but Lopette checks it.
Anderson walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Anderson misses with a takedown
and Lopette counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bornas Lopette seems to be getting the better of the standup.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Lopette, right into the meat.
Jab, jab by Lopette - just one landing.
Bornas Lopette is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Anderson tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Lopette paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Lopette looks to throw the jab but Anderson is out of range.
Anderson throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Lopette's head.
Anderson jabs Lopette to the body, keeping him at a distance.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Anderson.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sparky Anderson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Anderson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lopette displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Anderson throws out the jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Bornas Lopette will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Anderson's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Lopette tries to land a front kick but Anderson steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Anderson appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Nice sprawl there from Lopette as Anderson shoots in.
Lopette has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Lopette lands with a shot to the body.
Lopette looks to land a right hand but Anderson moved out of range.
Lopette has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Lopette goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Anderson shoots in looking for a takedown. Lopette tries to sprawl out of it but Anderson keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Lopette manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Lopette misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lopette misses with a straight left.
Anderson throws a counter high kick but Lopette was just alert enough to avoid it.
Anderson fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sparky Anderson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lopette connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #T1#
Lopette scores with a nice right hand.
Lopette takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Anderson avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Lopette pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Lopette lands a jab to the nose.
Lopette tries to land a front kick but Anderson steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.#TD#
Anderson looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Anderson is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB#
Anderson is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Sparky Anderson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Anderson trying to control the position from guard on top but Lopette is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Anderson not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Anderson postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T3#
Anderson seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Lopette throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Anderson shoots for a double leg takedown but Lopette sprawls well. He's pushed Anderson's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Lopette misses with a body shot.
Anderson appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Lopette lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Lopette throws a sloppy head kick
letting Anderson counter with a right hand.
A big right from Lopette misses.
Anderson fails in his attempt to clinch.
Anderson closes the distance and clinches up with Lopette, looking for a takedown. Anderson pushes Lopette against the cage but Lopette circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Anderson takes a swing at Lopette's ribcage but misses.
Lopette thumps Anderson with a low kick.
Lopette bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Anderson explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.#T4#
Anderson tries for a takedown but Lopette sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Lopette keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Lopette let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Lopette waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Anderson.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Anderson is defended easily by Lopette.
Lopette lands with an uppercut that bounces Anderson off the cage and back into range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A leg kick checked by Anderson.
Anderson feinted with a counter takedown.
Anderson shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Lopette pinned against the cage. Lopette gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Anderson backing away here, and Lopette unleashes a leg kick that just misses.

And that's the end of the fight!
Bornas Lopette comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Lopette 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 Alec Ball scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 27:30
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: CEFC 321
Date: Dec 01, 2018

#R1#
Nice body kick there by Anderson.
Dunn throws a leg kick #TD#
and Anderson counters with a single leg into guard. Dunn didn't expect that.
Anderson controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Anderson trying to control the position from guard on top but Dunn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dunn is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Anderson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dunn swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Anderson passes Dunn's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Anderson is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Dunn has managed to free his arm - good work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dunn trying to control but Anderson postures up. #T1#
Dunn is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Dunn is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Anderson's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Anderson's back!
Dunn scores with some strikes to the side of the head there. Good, points scoring shots.
Dunn lands strikes to the head.
Dunn keeps control of the position as Anderson tries to break free. #SUB2#
Anderson is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent. #SUB2#
Dunn working for a choke but Anderson is defending well. #T2#
Dunn is trying to stick to Anderson's back but Anderson is turning into Dunn. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Dunn's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Anderson.
Dunn looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Anderson tries to free his leg and advance position but Dunn is retaining full guard.
Anderson working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Dunn's head.
Anderson stops Dunn from standing up.
Anderson tries to free his leg and advance position but Dunn is retaining full guard.
Dunn is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Anderson is stalling in the full guard. #T3#
Dunn is pulling down on Anderson's head. It's preventing any offense from Anderson, at least for the moment.
Anderson is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Anderson passes Dunn's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Dunn is staying active underneath Anderson, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB2#
Dunn looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Anderson is looking to advance position but Dunn won't allow it.
Anderson performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #ES2#
Dunn kicks off Anderson and gets to his feet.
Anderson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Dunn.
Anderson lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Dunn fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Some bone on bone action there as Anderson checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Anderson scores with a decent looking hook.
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 Sparky Anderson will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Dunn.
Anderson throws a sloppy head kick and Dunn moves out of range easily.
It seemed like Dunn was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Dunn shoots in but no luck this time. #TD#
Anderson scores with a takedown into Dunn's guard.
Anderson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Anderson's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Dunn wants to get back to his feet but Anderson is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anderson trying to control the position from guard on top but Dunn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Anderson is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T1#
Anderson trying to control the position from guard on top but Dunn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dunn trying to keep a closed guard but Anderson is proving a slippery customer. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Anderson throws a head kick that looked like it stung. #TD2#
Dunn looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Anderson!
Anderson is looking to reverse the position.
Dunn tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #T2#
Dunn throwing strikes but Anderson manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control!
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
You can see the frustration on Dunn's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB#
Anderson thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Dunn struggling a bit here.
Dunn manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Dunn punching from the bottom. #T3#
Dunn is trying to control but can't.
Anderson is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Anderson wants to control the pace but Dunn is squirming around nicely.
Dunn slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Dunn wants to control but Anderson is keeping busy.
Dunn pushes Anderson off looking to stand but Anderson dives back in and keeps control. #T4#
Anderson lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Anderson is looking to take a break and control but Dunn is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Anderson prevents Dunn from improving his position.
Dunn trying to control from the bottom.
Dunn pushes Anderson off looking to stand but Anderson dives back in and keeps control.
Anderson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dunn can do to turn this around?
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dunn is trying to get back to full guard.
Anderson is taking a breather. Dunn says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sparky Anderson dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Anderson shoots in looking for a takedown but Dunn manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Anderson's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Dunn darts in looking for a takedown but Anderson gets double underhooks and turns Dunn into the cage.
Dunn connects with a looping right hand.
Alastair Dunn seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dunn looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Anderson changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Dunn misses with an uppercut. Anderson saw that one coming.
Dunn misses with a body shot.
Dunn just misses with a punch to the body.
Anderson half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Good shot there by Anderson.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dunn tries to score a power double leg takedown but Anderson sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Dunn somewhat.
Sparky Anderson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alastair Dunn.
Anderson misses the jab.
Anderson throws a head kick that misses. #T1#
Dunn throws a right hand that Anderson ducks under and follows up with a left that Anderson also avoids with ease.
Anderson goes for a double leg but Dunn avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Dunn continues to drive forward.
Dunn works Anderson's body with a nice hook.
Jab from Dunn.
Anderson misses with an uppercut.
Anderson tries a head kick but it misses. #TD#
Dunn gets caught flat footed, as Anderson shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Dunn is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Anderson 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. #T2#
Dunn keeping moving, preventing Anderson from controlling successfully.
Dunn looking to hit a scissor sweep but Anderson is one step ahead there.
Dunn keeping full guard, as Anderson tries to pass.
Anderson wants to control from the top but Dunn keeps moving. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Dunn misses the shot to the body. #T3#
Dunn looks to throw the jab but Anderson is out of range.
Anderson throws out a powerful jab.#TD#
Anderson gets the takedown into side control.
Anderson working away.
Dunn has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Dunn wants to get back to his feet.
Sparky Anderson is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Anderson working away.
Dunn is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Anderson has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Dunn wants to control but Anderson postures up.
Anderson trying to control the action but Dunn is working from the bottom. #T4#
Dunn is trying to escape the position but Anderson is controlling the position.
Dunn struggling a bit here.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Sparky Anderson is winning the standup battle so far.
Anderson lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Dunn is trying hard to land a takedown here. Anderson sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #TD#
Anderson gets the takedown into side control.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB#
Anderson wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Dunn, who protects the arm well.
Dunn is working to avoid the ground and pound but Anderson connects with a decent elbow.

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

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

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

Event: CEFC Fight Night 239
Date: Nov 14, 2018

#R1#
Luciano swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Luciano misses with a hook. Anderson ducked under it nicely.
Anderson feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Anderson ducks under a wild hook from Luciano.
Luciano misses with the combination.
Luciano on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Luciano misses with a low kick.
Anderson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Luciano.
Anderson lands with a right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anderson slips a straight right by Luciano.
Anderson attempts a counter takedown but Luciano avoids it well and moves away.
Anderson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Luciano finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Anderson lands a head kick. Luciano smiles back at him and beckons him forward. #T1#
Anderson connects with a right hand. Luciano shakes it off.#ROC#
Luciano is rocked!
Luciano throws a right hand that misses
and Anderson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Luciano is still on wobbly legs! Can Anderson finish him?
Anderson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Anderson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Luciano.
An attempted straight right counter from Anderson misses the target.
Luciano seems to have recovered his senses.
Anderson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Luciano.
Nice uppercut lands for Anderson. That snapped Luciano's head back.
Jose Carlos Luciano seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A nice inside leg kick there by Anderson. That's going to slow Luciano down.
Luciano throws a front kick aimed at Anderson's knee but Anderson avoids it well.
Anderson shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Luciano defends it nicely.
Luciano throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Anderson is looking for a counter combo.
Luciano uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Anderson. #T2#
Anderson looks for a takedown but Luciano sprawls well.
We've been informed that Luciano 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.
A slapping body kick lands there for Anderson.
Anderson fails with the takedown
and Luciano counters with an outside leg kick.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sparky Anderson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
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!
Anderson misses with a low kick.
Luciano moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Luciano throws a big shot that misses.
A jab from Luciano misses.
Luciano slips a straight right by Anderson.
Luciano was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Luciano throws a series of punches but Anderson avoids them all with ease.
Anderson throwing a counter right hand but Luciano manages to avoid it.
Anderson rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Anderson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T3#
Luciano scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Anderson doesn't seem bothered though.
Luciano just misses with a punch to the body.
Anderson is looking to counter with head kicks.
Anderson takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Anderson scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Anderson misses with a two punch combination.
Luciano lands a nice hook to Anderson's body. Anderson takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Anderson throws an off balance right hand
and Luciano counters with a low kick, right behind Anderson 's knee.
Luciano throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Anderson changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Luciano tries to avoid it but Anderson manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Luciano to the ground. Luciano escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Anderson misses with a body shot.
Anderson jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Luciano takes a swing at Anderson's ribcage but misses.
Anderson stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Luciano.#T4#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Luciano, as that shot connected.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Luciano stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Luciano wants it to stay on the feet.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Anderson is defended easily by Luciano.
Luciano connects with an inside leg kick.
Nice straight punches there by Anderson. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Anderson.
Luciano scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Luciano misses with a straight left. #TD#
Anderson gets a takedown into half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Jose Carlos Luciano will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Anderson dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Luciano throws a body punch but Anderson moves out of range.
Anderson has his takedown stuffed
and Anderson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Anderson looks to land a right hand but Luciano moved out of range.
Anderson avoids the body shot from Luciano.
Luciano fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anderson fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Luciano throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Anderson swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Decent striking displayed by Luciano there.#T1#
Luciano throws a good cross that connects.
Luciano on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Luciano scores with a hook.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Anderson might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Luciano lands a lovely overhand right.#ROC2#
Anderson is rocked!
Anderson has a takedown stuffed.
An inside leg kick lands from Luciano.
Jose Carlos Luciano seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Luciano avoids the body shot from Anderson.
Anderson misses with a takedown
and Luciano counters with a stiff right hand.
Oh Anderson is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sparky Anderson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Anderson looks to score with a jab to the body but Luciano is just out of range.
Anderson with a lazy takedown attempt
and Luciano counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Luciano comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Luciano measures up his opponent and throws a superman punch that connects to the jaw! Down goes Anderson! The ref steps in, and that's the ball game folks!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Superman Punch). Jose Carlos Luciano!
Jose Carlos Luciano 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: CEFC 314
Date: Oct 27, 2018

#R1#
Holgersson looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Anderson lands a jab-cross combination. #CUT2#
It looks like Nils Holgersson has been cut.#TD#
Holgersson gets a double leg takedown into Anderson's guard.
Holgersson with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Holgersson trying to control but Anderson is working from the bottom.
Anderson utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Holgersson missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Anderson is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Holgersson is controlling him.
Holgersson won't allow Anderson to sweep him here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Holgersson throws a big elbow that misses.
Holgersson with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Holgersson throwing strikes but missing. #T1#
Holgersson trying to control the position from guard on top but Anderson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Anderson wants to sweep here but Holgersson controlling him for the moment.
Holgersson throwing strikes but missing.
Holgersson wants to control from the top but Anderson keeps moving.
Holgersson preventing the sweep.
Holgersson throwing strikes from guard but Anderson blocks nicely.
Holgersson throwing strikes but missing.
Holgersson controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Holgersson with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Holgersson throws a big right hand that misses.
Holgersson wants to control from the top but Anderson keeps moving.
Holgersson is in close to Anderson's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Holgersson trying to control the position from guard on top but Anderson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Holgersson throwing strikes but missing.
Holgersson might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Anderson is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Anderson wants to stand but Holgersson is controlling the position. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T3##CL#
Holgersson moves into range and clinches up with Anderson.
Holgersson misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Anderson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Holgersson looks for a takedown but Anderson sprawls well.
Holgersson tries to close the distance and clinch up but Anderson swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Holgersson darts in looking for a takedown but Anderson gets double underhooks and turns Holgersson into the cage.
Anderson is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Holgersson with a body shot.
Anderson throws a sloppy head kick and Holgersson moves out of range easily. #TD#
Holgersson shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Holgersson wants to free his trapped foot but Anderson is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T4#
Anderson is trying to stand up here but Holgersson is controlling him well.
Holgersson throwing shots but Anderson is blocking nicely.
Holgersson with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Anderson is concentrating on defense, preventing Holgersson from advancing position.
Holgersson passes the guard and advances to mount! #SUB#
Holgersson goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Anderson is on top in guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Anderson 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.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Nils Holgersson dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Nils Holgersson's cut.
That's time! Holgersson's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2##CL2#
Anderson gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Holgersson tries a body shot but Anderson blocks it. #BC2#
Anderson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Anderson, right into the meat.
Anderson fails with an attempt to clinch.
Anderson tried to score with a low kick but Holgersson checks it.
Anderson blocks a head kick by Holgersson.
Anderson throws a head kick that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anderson lands a glancing blow to the side of Holgersson's head.
Holgersson tries to clinch there but Anderson circles away.
Holgersson lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#T1#
No luck for Holgersson with that takedown attempt.
Anderson checks a leg kick. #TD#
Holgersson throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Anderson tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Holgersson is in Anderson's guard.
Holgersson is looking to work some ground and pound but Anderson has wrist control.
Holgersson postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #SUB#
Holgersson has gone for a leg lock! Anderson slips out almost immediately though and dives into Holgersson's guard.#REVB##SUB#
Holgersson throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Anderson escapes and throws Holgersson's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Holgersson trying to remain calm as Anderson controls from the top position.
Nils Holgersson overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T2#
Anderson is looking to take a break and control but Holgersson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Holgersson is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Big Price MMA, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#SU2#
Anderson has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Anderson scores with a three punch combo!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Anderson is looking to clinch.
Anderson tries a head kick but it misses.
Holgersson tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Anderson manages to circle out of the way.
Anderson's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Anderson duly obliges. #ROC2#
Holgersson is rocked!
Anderson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Oh Holgersson is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Anderson drops Holgersson with a huge uppercut! Holgersson drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes. Anderson is raining down punches and the ref stops the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sparky Anderson!
A very excited looking Sparky Anderson rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.

Event: CCEFC Fight Night 237
Date: Oct 10, 2018

#R1#
Anderson misses with an uppercut.
Buchanan connects with a solid leg kick.
Buchanan throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Buchanan closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Anderson rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Buchanan counters with a nice kick to the body.
Anderson throws a nice inside leg kick.
Anderson throws a nice outside leg kick.
A big right from Anderson misses.
Buchanan chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Anderson can pounce on him.
Good shot there by Anderson.
Anderson slips under a jab.
Anderson connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Buchanan's hands.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Anderson tries to score with a low kick but Buchanan moves his leg out of the way.
Buchanan cracks Anderson with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Buchanan tries to land a front kick but Anderson steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.#T1#
Anderson lands a jab to Buchanan's midsection.
Buchanan looks for the body kick but Anderson saw that one coming.
Buchanan rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Anderson counters with a low kick, right behind Buchanan 's knee.
Anderson scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Anderson misses with a hook.
Buchanan is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Anderson defending well as Buchanan loads up on a big left hand.
Buchanan takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Anderson throws a sloppy head kick and Buchanan moves out of range easily.
Anderson connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Buchanan throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Anderson is looking to counter with head kicks.
Anderson looks to land a left hand but Buchanan moved out of range nicely.
Anderson clobbers Buchanan with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Buchanan throws a head kick that misses
and Anderson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Anderson is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Anderson fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Buchanan has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#T2#
Buchanan ducks under a wild hook from Anderson.
Buchanan 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.
Buchanan bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Anderson's head backwards.
Anderson is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Anderson looks to land a right hand but Buchanan moved out of range.
Buchanan scores with a push kick.
Anderson throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Buchanan looks to throw the jab but Anderson is out of range.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Anderson.
Buchanan falls off balance throwing a combination
and Anderson counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Anderson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Buchanan was well out of range. Poor timing from Anderson.
Buchanan misses with a body kick.
Buchanan throws a head kick that misses.
Ross Buchanan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Buchanan lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Anderson at a distance.
Ross Buchanan is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T3#
Anderson misses the jab.
Anderson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Buchanan.
Buchanan looks to land a combination but Anderson avoids it well.
Anderson cracks Buchanan with an open hand slap.
Anderson is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Buchanan looks to land a combination but Anderson avoids it well.
Buchanan misses with a head kick.
Buchanan keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A good leg kick by Buchanan.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Buchanan checks a leg kick.
Buchanan gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Anderson throws a half hearted mid kick.
Anderson lands a nice shot to the body.
Anderson buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick. #T4#
Buchanan dips to his left and cracks Anderson with an uppercut!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Buchanan looking to land some kicks to the body here.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Anderson.
Anderson jabs Buchanan right on the nose. Buchanan blinks but takes it well.
Buchanan throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Anderson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Buchanan.
Anderson tries to move into range but Buchanan moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Anderson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
As Anderson backs off Buchanan throws a huge counter combo but Anderson manages to avoid it all.
Buchanan swings away with a body shot that misses
and Buchanan takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Buchanan blocks a jab.
Anderson throws a nice outside leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sparky Anderson dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Buchanan swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Buchanan throws a poor cross that misses
and Anderson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
The fighters circle momentarily. Anderson darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Anderson scoring well with a low kick there.
Anderson cracks Buchanan with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Anderson throws a leg kick but Buchanan sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Buchanan tests Anderson's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Buchanan closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Buchanan throws a half hearted mid kick.
Buchanan's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Buchanan throws a combination. Anderson tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Anderson changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Anderson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Buchanan getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#T1#
Anderson fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Anderson misses with a body kick.
Buchanan walks into a straight right hand from Anderson.
Sparky Anderson is winning the standup battle so far.
Buchanan throws an overhand right that lands on Anderson's shoulder, as Anderson tries to avoid the shot.
Anderson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Buchanan was well out of range. Poor timing from Anderson.
As Anderson backs off Buchanan throws a huge counter combo but Anderson manages to avoid it all.
A looping hook to the body misses from Anderson. Buchanan does a little dance to reset his feet.
Buchanan missing with a left hand there. Anderson was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Buchanan misses with a double jab.
Buchanan avoids the head kick by Anderson.
Buchanan throws a counter combo.
Buchanan avoids a kick to the body.
Buchanan tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Buchanan misses with a double jab.
A counter left hand to the body from Anderson misses its target.
Buchanan pulls out of a head kick attempt. #T2#
Anderson throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Anderson ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Buchanan is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Anderson.
Anderson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Buchanan manages to avoid it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Buchanan throws a poor cross that misses
and Anderson counters with a straight right hand.
Anderson scores with a hook.
Nice uppercut lands for Buchanan. That snapped Anderson's head back.
Anderson looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Anderson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Buchanan can do to turn this around?
A head kick misses from Buchanan.
Buchanan moves out of range of the body kick.
Buchanan takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Anderson misses with a head kick.
Anderson staying out of range there.#T3#
Anderson swings for the body but Buchanan moves out of range.
Buchanan tries a head kick but it misses.
Anderson goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Anderson takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Buchanan misses with an uppercut
letting Anderson counter with a right hand.
Anderson lands a nice looking body shot.
Buchanan takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Buchanan throws a lazy right hand but Anderson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Buchanan blocks a head kick by Anderson.
Buchanan tries to land a front kick but Anderson steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Ross Buchanan is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Buchanan throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Buchanan moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Buchanan falls off balance throwing a combination
and Anderson counters with a nice body shot. #T4#
Anderson fails with an attempt to clinch.
Buchanan fails to land with a series of punches.
Buchanan checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Buchanan uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Anderson has time to react.
Anderson lands with a slapping head kick.
Anderson thumps Buchanan with a low kick.
Buchanan takes one to the side of the head.
Buchanan lands with a kick to the temple. Anderson shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Buchanan throws a wild body kick that Anderson sees coming a mile off.
Anderson connects with the punch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Buchanan looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sparky Anderson dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Anderson thows a left - swing and a miss!
Good leg kick by Anderson there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Buchanan sizes up Anderson with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
A punch lands to the side of Buchanan 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Anderson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Buchanan moves away.
Anderson moves out of range as Buchanan throws a body kick.
It looked like Anderson wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Buchanan throws a body punch but Anderson moves out of range.
Buchanan scores with a jab to the head.
Anderson lands a jab to Buchanan's midsection.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anderson pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Anderson connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
No joy there for Buchanan, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Anderson lands a really nice looking cross but Buchanan seems unphased. #T1#
A jab from Buchanan misses.
Buchanan throws a lazy body kick
and Anderson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Anderson looks for the body kick but Buchanan saw that one coming.
Buchanan staying out of range there.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Buchanan! But no joy.
A jab from Anderson misses.
Buchanan scores with a nice head shot.
Anderson sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Anderson tests Buchanan's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Anderson fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Buchanan checks it well.
Buchanan has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Anderson misses with a body kick.
Anderson throws out a powerful jab.
Nice body punch from Buchanan.
Anderson lands with a hook. Buchanan tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Buchanan throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Anderson throwing a counter right hand but Buchanan manages to avoid it.
Anderson misses with a hook. Buchanan ducked under it nicely.
A head kick misses from Buchanan.
Buchanan swats away the attempt to clinch by Anderson.
Buchanan let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Buchanan blocks a head kick by Anderson.
Anderson misses with a hook. Buchanan ducked under it nicely.
Buchanan throws a shot from downtown. Anderson moves away and avoids it.
Anderson chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Anderson throws a hook but Buchanan avoids it easily.
Buchanan throws a body kick that misses.
It looked like Anderson was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Buchanan.
Anderson scores with a jab to the body.#T3#
No joy there for Buchanan, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Anderson lands a jab.
Anderson is looking to land body kicks.
A countering left hand to the body from Buchanan misses.
Buchanan looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Ross Buchanan has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Buchanan throws a series of strikes that have Anderson backpedaling.
Anderson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Buchanan.
Buchanan tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Anderson was well out of range. Poor timing from Buchanan.
Sparky Anderson is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Buchanan throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Anderson moves out of range as Buchanan throws a body kick.
Anderson lands the left hand.
Anderson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Buchanan walks into a jab.
Anderson lands a really nice looking cross but Buchanan seems unphased. #T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Buchanan throws a leg kick which misses Anderson's front leg but catches the back leg as Anderson tries to avoid it.
Buchanan takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Buchanan looks for the body kick but Anderson saw that one coming.
Good shot there by Anderson.
A chopping leg kick lands by Anderson.
Anderson cracks Buchanan with a good jab.
Buchanan ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Anderson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Buchanan.
Anderson moves out of range of the strikes.
Buchanan chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Anderson can pounce on him.
Buchanan gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Anderson counters with a straight right hand.
Anderson misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 30:27
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sparky Anderson!
Sparky Anderson decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.

Event: CEFC 308
Date: Sep 29, 2018

#R1#
Nazarethyan fails to land with a series of punches.
Anderson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Nazarethyan defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Anderson.
Nazarethyan takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
A combination from Nazarethyan does no damage.
Good shot there by Anderson.
Anderson misses with an uppercut.
Anderson avoids the head kick by Nazarethyan.
Sparky Anderson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nazarethyan takes a kick to the side of the head.#CUT#
It looks like Suren Nazarethyan has been cut.
Anderson scores with a jab to the head.
Anderson avoids the body shot from Nazarethyan.
Anderson drops down looking for a counter takedown but Nazarethyan sprawls and moves away.
Nazarethyan shoots in for a takedown but Anderson shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#T1#
Nazarethyan lands a nice hook to Anderson's body. Anderson takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #CL#
Anderson gets a clinch.
Anderson gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Nazarethyan.
Anderson is looking for a takedown.#TD#
Anderson has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Nazarethyan clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Anderson controlling well, preventing Nazarethyan from escaping the position.
Nazarethyan biding his time here by controlling the hands, looking to escape.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Anderson slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish. #T2#
Anderson's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Nazarethyan trying to control the hands but Anderson won't let him.
Anderson throws a big right hand but he misses and hits the mat. Ouch.
Anderson punches the canvas rather than the man.
Anderson really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Nazarethyan.
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!
Nazarethyan can't escape the position.
Anderson is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish. #SUB#
Nazarethyan defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Anderson's arms. #T3##SUB#
Anderson has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Anderson missing with punches from the back.
Nazarethyan trying to control the hands but Anderson won't let him. #SUB#
Anderson is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Nazarethyan is defending well though. Anderson let's go of the attempt for now.
Anderson gets his hands free as Nazarethyan looks to control.
What can Nazarethyan do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Anderson throwing lazy shots from the back mount that aren't doing any damage. #T4#
Anderson lands with a hammerfist to the side of Nazarethyan's head.#SUB#
Nazarethyan defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Anderson has the hooks in. Nazarethyan is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Anderson keeps control of the position easily here as Nazarethyan tries to buck him off.
Nazarethyan trying to control the hands but Anderson won't let him.
Anderson has the hooks in. Nazarethyan is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Nazarethyan just trying to survive but Anderson is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. #SUB#
Anderson has his arm under Nazarethyan's chin here. Game over son! Anderson squeezes tightly and Nazarethyan is forced to tap out!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Sparky Anderson!
Sparky Anderson 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.
Suren Nazarethyan spoke after the fight, saying 'I Will Come Back Stronger Than Before'.

Event: CEFC Fight Night 234
Date: Sep 19, 2018

#R1#
Keene connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Anderson avoids the body shot from Keene.
Anderson doesn't manage to clinch there - Keene circles away.
Anderson takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Keene throws an off balance right hand
and Anderson counters with a nice leg kick.
Anderson ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Anderson chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Keene scores with a nice strike.
Anderson tries a head kick but it misses.
Keene waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Anderson.
A decent looking cross lands there for Anderson.
Anderson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Keene throws out the jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The crowd cheers as Anderson lands an impressive looking overhand right. Keene doesn't seem phased though.
Anderson scores with a head kick. Keene tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.#ROC#
Keene is rocked!#T1#
Anderson throws a jab when Keene was well out of range.
Keene is still on wobbly legs! Can Anderson finish him?
Anderson smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Anderson misses with a looping left.
Anderson throws a shot from downtown. Keene moves away and avoids it.
Anderson jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Keene looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Keene seems to have recovered his senses.
Anderson ducks under a wild hook from Keene.
Anderson buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Anderson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Keene throws a big shot that misses.
Scott Keene is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Keene connects with a right hand. Anderson shakes it off.
Anderson takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Anderson lands a jab to the nose.
Jab from Keene.
Scott Keene seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Keene throws a poor cross that misses
and Anderson counters with a slapping leg kick. #TD#
Anderson closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Keene did well to prevent Anderson getting side control.#ES2#
Keene pushes Anderson off and gets back to his feet.
Keene takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Anderson throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Keene cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Keene throws a lazy uppercut
and Anderson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Anderson with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Keene takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Anderson throws a shot from downtown. Keene moves away and avoids it.
Keene works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Keene uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Anderson.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Keene! But no joy.
Anderson moves out of range of the strikes.#T3#
Keene throws an off balance right hand
and Anderson counters with a stiff right hand.
Keene with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Anderson to score with a decent uppercut.
Anderson slips under a jab.
Keene tests Anderson's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Anderson doesn't manage to clinch there - Keene circles away.
Anderson misses with a hook
and Anderson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A big left from Keene misses.
Anderson bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Keene's head.
Anderson throws a head kick that half lands.
Keene ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Anderson moves away.
Keene moves out of range of the body kick.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Keene! But no joy.
Keene throws a shot from downtown. Anderson moves away and avoids it.
Keene misses with a wild body shot. #T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Anderson throws an off balance right hand
and Keene counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Anderson fails with a takedown attempt.
It seemed like Keene was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Keene scores with a jab to the head.
Anderson throws out a loose jab but Keene uses good head movement to avoid it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Keene! But no joy.
Keene misses with a hook.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Anderson takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Anderson throws a sloppy head kick and Keene moves out of range easily.
Keene throws a hook to the side of Anderson's head but Anderson sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
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 Sparky Anderson 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#
Anderson throws a body punch but Keene moves out of range.
Keene looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Anderson throws a big shot that misses.
Keene swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Anderson throws a nice inside leg kick.
Anderson tries to clinch but Keene is having none of it.
Anderson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Keene was well out of range. Poor timing from Anderson.
Anderson moves out of range of the strikes.
Sparky Anderson is winning the standup battle so far.
Anderson drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Keene throws a shot from downtown. Anderson moves away and avoids it.
Anderson tries to clinch up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Keene misses with an uppercut. Anderson saw that one coming.
Keene ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Anderson moves away.
Anderson misses with a hook
and Keene counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Anderson throws a looping overhand right but Keene ducks down to avoid it. #T1#
Keene looks to throw the jab but Anderson is out of range.
Keene throws a right hand that misses #CL#
and Anderson holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. #BC#
Anderson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Keene ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Anderson moves away from the strike by Keene.
Anderson rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Keene counters with a stiff right hand.
Anderson throws a head kick that misses
and Keene counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Anderson doesn't manage to clinch there - Keene circles away.
Keene throws a hook but Anderson avoids it easily.
Anderson misses with a low kick.
A shot to the liver by Anderson. Beautiful body shot.
Keene waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Anderson.#T2#
Keene lunges at Anderson with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Anderson's hand.
Anderson blocks a jab.
Anderson uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Keene.
Anderson appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A big left from Anderson misses.
Keene might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Anderson misses with an uppercut
and Keene counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Anderson scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Anderson jabs at Keene's body.
Keene throws a hook to the side of Anderson's head but Anderson sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Keene just misses with a punch to the body.
Anderson jabs Keene to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Horrible takedown attempt by Anderson or perhaps it was just good defense by Keene, which made it look bad. #T3#
Anderson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A little jabbing left from Keene on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Anderson misses with an uppercut. Keene saw that one coming.
Keene uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Anderson.
Keene looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Anderson throws a body shot but no joy.
Anderson connects with a jab.
Anderson staying out of range there.
Anderson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Keene keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Anderson tries to close the distance and clinch but Keene swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
A nice side step and Keene releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Anderson misses with a head kick.
Anderson throws a body kick that misses. #T4#
Keene looks to throw the jab but Anderson is out of range.
A jab lands there for Keene.
Keene throws a looping overhand right but Anderson ducks down to avoid it.
Anderson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Keene.#CL#
Anderson closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Anderson keeps control of Keene as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #BC#
Anderson breaks the clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Anderson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Keene.
Anderson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Keene.
Keene tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Anderson was well out of range. Poor timing from Keene.
Keene misses with a looping left.
The fighters circling - Keene throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Keene swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
As Keene backs away, Anderson returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Scott Keene will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Keene throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Keene throws out a loose jab but Anderson uses good head movement to avoid it.
It looked like Anderson was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Keene.
Keene dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Keene lands with a shot to the body.
A jab from Keene misses.
Keene lands with a cross.
Keene moves out of range of the strikes.
Keene takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Anderson, right into the meat.
Anderson takes a swing at Keene's ribcage but misses.
Keene throws out a counter right but Anderson avoids it with no problem.
Keene throws a big shot that misses.
Keene cracks Anderson with a good jab.#T1#
Keene scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Anderson doesn't seem bothered though.
Anderson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Keene manages to avoid it.
Keene let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Anderson misses with a body kick.
Keene scores with a hook.
Anderson feints and then cracks Keene's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Keene down.
Keene misses with a hook.
Anderson misses the jab.
Keene doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Keene's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Keene looks to land a left hand but Anderson moved out of range nicely.#CL#
Anderson has closed the distance and engaged Keene in a clinch.
Anderson looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Keene lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Anderson.
Keene prevents the takedown attempt.
Keene lands an uppercut.#BC2#
Keene pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T2#
Anderson misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Keene's jab looks to have found its range, popping Anderson under the eye.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Anderson misses with a low kick.
Keene scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Keene tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Anderson was well out of range. Poor timing from Keene.
Anderson is looking to score with low kicks.
Anderson avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Keene looks to land a left hand but Anderson moved out of range nicely.
Anderson looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
A lazy left from Anderson finds it's target.
Anderson moves forwards but Keene connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Keene stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Keene wants it to stay on the feet.
Anderson tried to score with a low kick but Keene checks it.#T3#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Anderson is defended easily by Keene.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sparky Anderson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Anderson slips a jab from Keene.
Keene clobbers Anderson with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Anderson throws a jab but it's blocked by Keene.
Keene throws an overhand right that lands on Anderson's shoulder, as Anderson tries to avoid the shot. #CL#
Anderson gets a clinch.
Keene throws a head punch that misses.
Anderson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from Keene fails to land.
Keene lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Anderson slowing the pace effectively.#T4#
Keene swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC#
Anderson manages to break the clinch.
Anderson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Keene.
Keene misses with an uppercut. Anderson saw that one coming.
Anderson with a poor takedown
and Keene connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Anderson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Keene sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Keene let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Keene scores with a jab to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Keene gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
A jab from Keene misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Anderson misses the target.
Keene cracks Anderson with a good jab.
Anderson fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Keene.
Keene circles away from the clinch attempt.

And that's the end of the fight!
Scott Keene comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Keene 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 William Peck scores the fight 28:30
Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 28:29
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: CEFC 306
Date: Sep 15, 2018

#R1#
Pain wants to clinch up but Anderson keeps it at a distance.
Anderson with a nice cross.
Anderson defending well as Pain loads up on a big left hand. #CL2#
Pain clinches up against the cage.
Good body shot from Pain. #TD#
Anderson tightens his grip and picks Pain up, before dumping him to the ground. Pain manages to land in guard.
Pain tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Anderson slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Anderson won't allow Pain to get back to his feet.
Anderson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pain wants to get back to his feet but Anderson is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Pain keeping full guard, as Anderson tries to pass. #SUB2#
Pain looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #T1##SUB2#
Pain looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Pain tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Anderson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Pain has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Anderson has managed to get both his arms back between Pain's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Pain looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Anderson controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Anderson preventing the sweep.
Pain trying to control the position. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB2#
Pain working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Anderson has passed into half guard!
Anderson is looking to advance position but Pain won't allow it.
Anderson perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Pain is looking for a sweep. Anderson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Anderson is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Pain is trying to get back to full guard.
Anderson blocks the strikes from Pain.
Pain trying to control here.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#T3#
Anderson sitting and controlling from the half guard. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Pain looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Anderson is fending him off so far but Pain persists. Nope, Anderson circles away and we're back to standing.
Anderson half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Pain lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Anderson circles away quickly and effectively.
Pain wants to clinch.
As Pain backs away, Anderson returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.#CL2#
Pain moves into range and clinches up with Anderson.
Pain tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Anderson's elbow.
Pain struggles to land a body shot inside as Anderson controls his hands.
Pain tries a body shot but Anderson blocks it.
A right hand to the body from Pain. #T4#
Anderson prevents Pain from breaking the clinch.#TD#
Pain is fighting off a takedown attempt but Anderson is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Pain to the mat. Pain regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.#SUB2#
Pain is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Pain is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Anderson has his hands clasped together but Pain extends and breaks Anderson's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Pain.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Royal Pain!
Royal Pain is the new lightweight champion!
Royal Pain managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, KOMBAT KLOTHING, into his post fight interview.

Event: CEFC 303
Date: Aug 25, 2018

#R1#
Anderson fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Komaroff looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#TD#
Komaroff manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Anderson on his heels. He'll look to pass Anderson's guard now, I'm sure.
Komaroff throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Anderson is looking to stand up but Komaroff isn't so interested in that idea.
Komaroff wants to pass the guard but Anderson is keeping the position.
Anderson working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Komaroff.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anderson has his hands on Komaroff's head, controlling the position.
Komaroff looking to sit in guard and control but Anderson gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##T1#
Anderson controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Komaroff seems keen to control Anderson's posture.
Anderson landing some decent shots from guard.
Anderson looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Komaroff controls Anderson momentarily but Anderson frees himself.
Komaroff looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Komaroff being controlled here, momentarily. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Komaroff keeping moving, preventing Anderson from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Anderson stopping the sweep attempt from Komaroff.
Anderson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Komaroff is keeping the position for now.
Komaroff keeping moving, preventing Anderson from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Komaroff lands a slapping body shot.
Anderson ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Anderson circles away from the clinch attempt. #TD2#
Anderson manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Komaroff on his heels. He'll look to pass Komaroff's guard now, I'm sure.
Komaroff 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.
Anderson is fighting to break Komaroff's control of his arms but Komaroff is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T3#
Komaroff working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Anderson.
Anderson looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Anderson postures up.
Anderson is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Anderson preventing the sweep.
Komaroff is pulling down on Anderson's head. It's preventing any offense from Anderson, at least for the moment.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Komaroff is looking to sweep but instead, Anderson has passed into half guard.
Komaroff wants to control but Anderson is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Komaroff is not content to let Anderson control the position.
Komaroff is trying to get back to full guard.
Komaroff might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Ground and pound from Anderson.
Anderson controlling the action here.
Anderson tries to pass the half guard into mount. Komaroff knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Komaroff trying to control from the bottom.
Anderson looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sparky Anderson dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Anderson lands a nice leg kick that just misses Komaroff's sensitive parts.
Anderson closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Komaroff misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A big left from Komaroff misses.
Komaroff throws a sloppy body shot
and Anderson counters with a nice uppercut.
Komaroff looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Komaroff throws a combination. Anderson tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Komaroff.
Anderson drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Komaroff defends it well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Komaroff is looking to clinch but Anderson is avoiding it.
Komaroff takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Anderson cracks Komaroff with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Anderson avoids the head kick by Komaroff.
Anderson moves forwards but Komaroff connects with a nice, crisp jab.#T1#
Anderson leaves Komaroff with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Anderson feints a counter leg kick.
Komaroff takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Komaroff changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Anderson tries to avoid it but Komaroff manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Anderson to the ground. Anderson escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vasili Komaroff. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Komaroff misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
The fighters circle momentarily. Anderson darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Komaroff tries a head kick but it misses.
Anderson swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Anderson misses with a looping right.
Komaroff has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Anderson.
Anderson fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Anderson throws a body shot but no joy.
Komaroff is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Anderson.
Anderson has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Komaroff misses with a hook.#T2#
Anderson throws a nice inside leg kick.
Komaroff has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Anderson.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Komaroff uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Anderson.
Sparky Anderson seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Komaroff throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Anderson on the side of the head.
Komaroff is looking to clinch.
Komaroff thows a leg kick but Anderson checks it
and Anderson counters with a low kick, right behind Komaroff 's knee.
Komaroff walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Komaroff shoots in for a takedown but Anderson shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Anderson scores with a kick to the midsection.
Komaroff with a poor takedown #TD2#
and Anderson counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Komaroff is adopting a defensive guard.
Anderson is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T3#
Anderson wants to pass the guard but Komaroff is keeping the position.
Anderson trying to control but Komaroff is working from the bottom.
Komaroff looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Anderson trying to control the position from guard on top but Komaroff is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Komaroff pulls Anderson in close to prevent any damage.
Anderson trying to control but Komaroff is working from the bottom.
Anderson engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Komaroff managing to control the position. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Komaroff looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#CL#
Komaroff darts in and clinches Anderson up against the cage.
Komaroff lands a nice shot to the body.
Anderson throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Komaroffs head. #TD#
Komaroff tightens his grip and picks Anderson up, before dumping him to the ground. Anderson manages to land in guard.
Komaroff throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Anderson preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Anderson wants to sweep here but Komaroff controlling him for the moment.
Anderson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Anderson controlling the position.
Komaroff preventing the sweep.
Komaroff throws a big elbow that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sparky Anderson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R3#
Komaroff on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Komaroff closes this distance looking for a takedown but Anderson circles away.
Komaroff thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Anderson if he has to take too many more of those.
Anderson tries to clinch but Komaroff is having none of it.
Sloppy strikes from Komaroff. Those never looked like landing.
Anderson keeps the fight on the outside.#CL#
Komaroff closes the distance and clinches.
Anderson changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Komaroff fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Komaroff wants to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anderson misses with a low kick.
A low kick from Komaroff misses
enabling Anderson to counter with a crisp jab. #T1#
Anderson lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Anderson is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Anderson throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Komaroff plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Komaroff checks a leg kick nicely.#TD#
Anderson gets caught napping as Komaroff dives in and scores a takedown. Anderson manages to retain guard.
Komaroff stops Anderson from standing up.
Komaroff scoring with punches to the head and body.
Komaroff pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Anderson is keeping the position for now.
Komaroff cracks Anderson with a solid left hand.
Komaroff missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Komaroff is in close to Anderson's body, working some short punches and elbows.#T2#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Komaroff accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Komaroff wants to pass the guard but Anderson is keeping the position.
Komaroff looking to sit in guard and control but Anderson gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
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!
Anderson not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Komaroff is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Anderson trying to control but Komaroff is working from the bottom.
Anderson is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Komaroff looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T3#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Komaroff is on top in guard. #REVR#
Anderson preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Anderson keeping moving, preventing Komaroff from controlling successfully.
Sparky Anderson has got the better of the ground game so far.#ES2#
Anderson manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.#TD2#
Anderson is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Komaroff can't fight it off and eventually Anderson manages to take the fight to the floor. Komaroff looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Komaroff wants to sweep here but Anderson controlling him for the moment.
Anderson controlling from the top position. #T4#
Anderson looking to pass the guard.
Anderson controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Komaroff 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.
Komaroff keeping moving, preventing Anderson from controlling successfully.
Komaroff pulls Anderson in to control the position.
Komaroff trying to keep a closed guard but Anderson is proving a slippery customer.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Sparky Anderson just about did enough to take it.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R4#
Komaroff takes one on the button.
Komaroff moves forwards but Anderson connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Anderson takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Anderson circles away from the clinch attempt.
Anderson cracks Komaroff with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Anderson's corner calls for a 1-2. Anderson obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #ROC2#
Komaroff is rocked!
Komaroff is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Oh Komaroff is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Anderson drops Komaroff with a huge uppercut! Komaroff drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes. Anderson is raining down punches and the ref stops the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:44 of round 4, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sparky Anderson!
Sparky Anderson is the new lightweight champion!
Sparky Anderson 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.
The defeated Vasili Komaroff had this to say: 'In the eyes of myself, I won this fight. In the eyes of God, I won this fight.'.

Event: CEFC Live 61
Date: Aug 15, 2018

#R1#
Wright swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Wright throws a body kick that misses.
Anderson takes one to the chin there.
Wright misses with a looping left.
Ira Wright seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wright ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Wright throws a poor cross that misses
and Anderson counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Wright misses with an uppercut.
Wright dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Wright misses with a body punch
and Wright takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT2#
It looks like Ira Wright has been cut.
Anderson drops his hands momentarily and Wright takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Wright turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Wright misses with an uppercut. Anderson saw that one coming.
A countering left hand to the body from Anderson misses.
Anderson 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.
Wright swings widly with a right hand
and Anderson makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Wright really felt that one!
Anderson throws a head kick that Wright semi-blocks. #T1#
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Wright - that will leave a mark!
Wright misses the shot to the body.
Anderson drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Wright defends it well.
Anderson misses with a lunging right hand
and Wright counters with a straight right hand.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Wright.
The fighters circling - Wright throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Wright pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Anderson is trying to counter with his kicks.
Wright looks to score with a jab to the body but Anderson is just out of range.
Anderson is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Wright lands a brutal head kick. Anderson looks out on his feet and Wright throws more strikes until the ref is forced to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Kick and Punches). Ira Wright!
After winning the bout, Ira Wright thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: CEFC 300
Date: Aug 04, 2018

#R1#
Anderson throws a jab when Millennium was well out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Millennium. Anderson does a little dance to reset his feet.#CL2#
Millennium gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Millennium controlling the action here for a moment.
Millennium content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Anderson blocks a body shot from Millennium.
Millennium doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Anderson wants to take the fight to the mat but Millennium manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Anderson is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Millennium fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Anderson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Millennium scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Anderson doesn't seem bothered though.
Anderson blocks a head kick by Millennium.
Millennium fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Anderson manages to avoid it.#T1#
Millennium blocks a jab.
Millennium wants to land a leg kick but Anderson is out of range.
Millennium looks to throw the jab but Anderson is out of range.
Anderson feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Anderson throws a looping overhand right but Millennium ducks down to avoid it.
Chris Millennium seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Millennium lands with a good body shot.
Anderson attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Millennium tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Anderson manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Anderson thows a left - swing and a miss!
Millennium throws a quick inside leg kick.
Millennium tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Anderson was well out of range. Poor timing from Millennium.
Anderson takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Anderson.
Millennium scores with a sloppy right hand. Anderson should have avoided that one.
Millennium has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Millennium avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Anderson takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Millennium punishes Anderson's body with a nice straight punch.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Millennium is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Anderson throws a good cross that connects.
Nice uppercut there from Anderson.
Anderson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Millennium throws a body shot but no joy.
Millennium moves out of range as Anderson throws a body kick.
Millennium misses with a hook.
Anderson throws a jab but it's blocked by Millennium.
Anderson moves away from the strike by Millennium.
Millennium falls off balance throwing a combination #TD#
and Anderson decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Millennium's guard.
Anderson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Millennium has his hands on Anderson's head, controlling the position. #T3#
Anderson trying to control but Millennium is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Millennium tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Anderson wants to pass the guard but Millennium is keeping the position.
Anderson sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Anderson preventing the sweep.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Anderson not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Millennium throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Anderson throws a hook to the side of Millennium's head but Millennium sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A shot to the liver by Millennium. Beautiful body shot.
Millennium punishes Anderson's body with a nice straight punch.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Millennium, as that shot connected.
Anderson walks into a straight right hand from Millennium.
Anderson misses with a kick to the body.
A low kick from Millennium misses #TD#
and Anderson counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Anderson trying to control the pace.
Millennium is refusing to be controlled, as Anderson sits in half guard.
Still in half guard, Anderson seems content to control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Chris Millennium will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Anderson moves out of range of the strikes.
Anderson thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nice defenses there by Millennium.
Millennium scores with a jab.
Anderson dives in and grabs Millennium's left leg, looking for a takedown. Millennium pushes down on Anderson's head and hops out.
Anderson takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
A looping hook to the body misses from Millennium. Anderson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Anderson throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Millennium is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Anderson rather than just go for the knockout.
Millennium keeps the fight on the outside.
Millennium throws a low kick but it's checked well by Anderson.
Chris Millennium seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Anderson connects with the punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anderson throws out a loose jab but Millennium uses good head movement to avoid it.
Millennium fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Millennium shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Millennium staying out of range there.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Millennium! But no joy.
Millennium dips to his left and cracks Anderson with an uppercut!#T1#
Anderson throws a front kick aimed at Millennium's knee but Millennium avoids it well.
Anderson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Millennium.
Millennium throws a body shot but no joy.
Anderson drops down looking for a counter takedown but Millennium sprawls and moves away.
A slow jab from Anderson misses its intended target.
Millennium buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Anderson staying out of range there.
Anderson looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Anderson checks a leg kick.
Millennium throws an overhand right that lands on Anderson's shoulder, as Anderson tries to avoid the shot.
An inside leg kick lands from Anderson.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Millennium.
Nice shot by Millennium.
Anderson looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Millennium connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Anderson has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A slapping leg kick lands for Anderson.
Anderson throws out a loose jab but Millennium uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
Anderson throws a body shot but no joy.
Millennium thumps Anderson with a low kick.
Millennium lands a nice leg kick that just misses Anderson's sensitive parts.
Anderson walks into a left hand.
A big right from Millennium misses.
Anderson swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Millennium bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Anderson lands with an uppercut that bounces Millennium off the cage and back into range.
Millennium missing with a left hand there. Anderson was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Anderson was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Anderson lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Anderson tries to clinch but Millennium moves out of range.
Millennium throws a poor cross that misses
and Anderson counters with a slapping leg kick.
Anderson blocks a jab.
Millennium loads up on a big right hand but Anderson slips the punch.
Millennium fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Anderson is out of range.
Anderson chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Millennium can pounce on him. #T3##CL2#
Millennium closes the distance and clinches.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Millennium is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Anderson gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Anderson can't break the clinch. #TD#
Anderson tightens his grip and picks Millennium up, before dumping him to the ground. Millennium manages to land in guard.
Millennium 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#
Millennium is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Anderson is trying to maintain the position but Millennium is very close to passing his half guard.
Millennium controlling the action here. #T4#
Millennium seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Anderson does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Anderson is looking to control Millennium's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Anderson avoid being mounted?
Anderson wants to get back to his feet.
Millennium content to control rather than advance.
Millennium tries to stand but his arm is trapped.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Chris Millennium 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!
#R3#
Millennium throws a hook but Anderson avoids it easily.
Millennium jabs at Anderson's body.
Anderson slips a straight right by Millennium.
Anderson moves out of range of the body kick from Millennium.
Millennium throws a sloppy head kick and Anderson moves out of range easily.
Anderson fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Millennium punishes Anderson's body with a nice straight punch.
Millennium throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#CL#
Anderson closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Anderson tries to break free but Millennium pushes him back against the cage.
Anderson has had enough of the clinch but Millennium keeps him there for the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Both guys are working to get underhooks. #BC#
Anderson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Anderson pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Millennium only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Millennium comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#T1#
Millennium tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Anderson was well out of range. Poor timing from Millennium.
Millennium connects with a looping right hand.
Millennium has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Millennium throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Anderson counters with a low kick, right behind Millennium 's knee.
Millennium throws a low kick but Anderson moves out of range easily.
Millennium misses with the combination.
Millennium takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Millennium throws an off balance right hand
and Anderson counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Millennium scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Anderson doesn't seem bothered though.
Anderson takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Anderson looks to land a left hand but Millennium moved out of range nicely.
Millennium is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Millennium changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
A low kick from Millennium is predictable there
and Anderson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Anderson takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jab, jab by Millennium - just one landing.
Millennium darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Anderson fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Millennium falls off balance throwing a combination
and Anderson counters with a nice leg kick.
Anderson closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
A head kick misses from Anderson.
Millennium misses with a hook. Anderson ducked under it nicely.
Anderson thinks about countering with a body kick.
Millennium shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Anderson as he avoids it easily. #CL#
Anderson rushes Millennium and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Anderson gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Millennium.
Millennium tries to throw a body punch but Anderson avoids it by throwing Millennium back against the cage. #T3#
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Anderson takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
A bit of stalling here from Anderson.
A bit of stalling here from Millennium.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Anderson as Millennium tries to tie him up.
Millennium tries to throw a body punch but Anderson avoids it by throwing Millennium back against the cage.
Millennium effectively controlling the action here.
Anderson prevents a body shot from Millennium.
Nice body punch from Millennium. #BC#
Anderson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Millennium misses with a looping right.
Anderson just misses with a punch to the body.
Millennium takes a swing at Anderson's ribcage but misses. #T4#
Anderson on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Anderson lands a jab to the nose.
Millennium moves out of range of the body kick from Anderson. #CL2#
Millennium has taken the fight to the clinch. #BC#
Anderson manages to break the clinch.
Anderson tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Millennium defends well and Anderson ends up having to push Millennium into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Anderson misses with a looping right.
Millennium misses with a wild body shot.
Millennium jabs Anderson to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Millennium 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 Anderson has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Anderson and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Millennium tries to clinch up but Anderson circles away and keeps his distance.
Millennium works the jab nicely.
Millennium throws a lazy right hand but Anderson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Anderson swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Millennium throws a sloppy head kick and Anderson moves out of range easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Chris Millennium really dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R4#
Millennium connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Anderson misses with a head kick.
Anderson swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Millennium looks to land a combination but Anderson avoids it well.
Millennium looks to score with a jab to the body but Anderson is just out of range.
Millennium misses with a body shot
and Anderson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Anderson ducks under a wild hook from Millennium.
Anderson is trying hard to land a takedown here. Millennium sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Millennium takes a swing at Anderson's ribcage but misses.
Anderson takes a shot right to the bread basket.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Millennium dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Anderson. That did some damage!
Anderson takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Anderson ducks under a wild hook from Millennium.
Millennium ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Anderson moves away.
Millennium misses with a straight right. #T1#
Millennium fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Anderson manages to avoid it.
Anderson looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Millennium lands a really nice looking cross but Anderson seems unphased.
Anderson tries a head kick but it misses.
Millennium scores with a punch to the head.
Millennium fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Anderson misses with a head kick.
Anderson ducks under a wild hook from Millennium.
An inside leg kick lands from Anderson.
Millennium jabs at Anderson's body.
Anderson throws a body shot but no joy.
Millennium lands with a cross.
Millennium misses with a body punch
and Anderson counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Millennium tests Anderson's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Millennium fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Anderson has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Anderson wants to slow Millennium down by chopping away at his legs.
Nice uppercut lands for Millennium. That snapped Anderson's head back.
Anderson looks to throw the jab but Millennium is out of range.
Millennium fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Anderson checks it well.
Millennium fails to land with a series of punches.
Anderson avoids the head kick by Millennium.
Millennium scoring well with a low kick there.
Millennium throws a head kick that misses
enabling Anderson to counter with a crisp jab.
Millennium is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Millennium uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Anderson.
Anderson throws a quick inside leg kick.
Anderson throws a body kick that misses.
Millennium moves out of range as Anderson strikes.#T3#
Millennium lands a high kick!
Millennium tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Anderson was well out of range. Poor timing from Millennium.
Millennium is looking to clinch but Anderson is avoiding it.
A counter left hand to the body from Anderson misses its target.
Millennium throws a sloppy head kick and Anderson moves out of range easily.
Anderson looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Anderson loads up on a big right hand but Millennium slips the punch.
Millennium dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Millennium checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Anderson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Millennium manages to avoid it.
Millennium stuns Anderson with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
The crowd cheers as Anderson lands an impressive looking overhand right. Millennium doesn't seem phased though.
Millennium misses with an uppercut.
Anderson defending well as Millennium loads up on a big left hand.
Millennium lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Millennium fails in his attempt to clinch. #T4#
Millennium throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Anderson's head.
Millennium throws a body shot but no joy.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Millennium misses the jab.
Anderson defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Millennium.
Millennium blocks a head kick by Anderson.
Anderson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Millennium's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Millennium takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Anderson goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Anderson feints and then cracks Millennium's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Millennium down.
Millennium throws a shot from downtown. Anderson moves away and avoids it.
Millennium blocks a low kick nicely.
Anderson scores with a nice right hand.
Millennium misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Anderson.
Anderson dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Chris Millennium dominated that fourth round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R5#
Millennium throws a shot to the body.
Anderson avoids the head kick by Millennium.
Millennium swings for the body but Anderson moves out of range.
Millennium throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Anderson sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Anderson misses with a leg kick.
Anderson scores with the left hand. Millennium knows he should have avoided that one.
Anderson misses with a straight right.
Nice defenses there by Anderson.
Millennium fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Millennium swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Millennium misses with a hook. Anderson ducked under it nicely.
It looked like Anderson was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Millennium.
Anderson tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Millennium misses with a series of wild punches. #T1#
Anderson lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Millennium listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Anderson tries to clinch there but Millennium circles away.
Anderson lands with a nice body punch.
Anderson throws a head kick that misses
and Millennium counters with a series of strikes. Anderson will be more careful next time no doubt.
A jab from Millennium misses.
Millennium scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
A big left from Anderson misses.
Millennium lands a nice shot to the body.
Millennium throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Anderson misses with an uppercut. Millennium saw that one coming.
Millennium takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Millennium tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Anderson defends well and Millennium ends up having to push Anderson into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Sparky Anderson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Chris Millennium is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Anderson just misses with a punch to the body.
Anderson takes a shot right to the bread basket.#CL#
Anderson rushes Millennium and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#BC#
Anderson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
A decent looking cross lands there for Millennium.
Millennium lands a glancing blow to the side of Anderson's head.
Millennium plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Anderson throws a head kick that misses.
Anderson lands a jab.
Millennium connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Anderson's hands.
Millennium defending well as Anderson loads up on a big left hand.
Millennium ducks under a wild hook from Anderson.#T3#
Anderson finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Anderson will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Anderson swings for the body but Millennium moves out of range.
Millennium tests Anderson's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Anderson thumps Millennium with a low kick.
The fight stays on the outside here - Anderson looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Anderson takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Millennium keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Anderson.
Millennium lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Millennium listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Anderson on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #T4#
Anderson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Millennium scores with a sloppy right hand. Anderson should have avoided that one.
Anderson misses the shot to the body.
Millennium connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
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!
Millennium fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Anderson on the side of the head.
Millennium jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Anderson ducks under a wild hook from Millennium.
Millennium shoots in looking for a takedown but Anderson manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Millennium's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Anderson tries a head kick but it misses.
Millennium scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Millennium cracks Anderson with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Millennium stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Millennium wants it to stay on the feet.
Anderson motions for Millennium to come forward. Anderson throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Millennium with a nice cross.

And that's the end of the fight!
Chris Millennium comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Millennium 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 45:50
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 46:49
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 45:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Chris Millennium!
Chris Millennium is the new lightweight champion!
Chris Millennium seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: CEFC 298
Date: Jul 21, 2018

#R1#
Ky Jr changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Anderson tries to avoid it but Ky Jr manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Anderson to the ground. Anderson escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Anderson connects with a body shot that sends Ky Jr's belly button to the back.
Anderson connects with a solid leg kick.
Ky Jr fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Anderson avoids it really well and circles away.
Ky Jr shoots and misses
and Anderson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Sparky Anderson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gaia Ky Jr.
Ky Jr dives in and grabs Anderson's left leg, looking for a takedown. Anderson pushes down on Ky Jr's head and hops out.
Ky Jr looks to land a right hand but Anderson moved out of range.
Anderson appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Ky Jr.
Anderson fires out a quick counter leg kick but Ky Jr just manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ky Jr is trying hard to land a takedown here. Anderson sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Gaia Ky Jr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Anderson throws a leg kick that misses.
Ky Jr has his takedown stuffed
letting Anderson counter with a right hand.
Anderson lands with a straight right. Ky Jr didn't see that one coming.
Ky Jr slips under a jab.
And Ky Jr tries to counter it with a takedown but Anderson pushes his down on his head and steps out.#T1#
Ky Jr darts in looking for a takedown but Anderson gets double underhooks and turns Ky Jr into the cage.
Ky Jr shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Anderson as he jumps to the side.
Anderson throws a sloppy head kick and Ky Jr moves out of range easily.
A solid leg kick lands there for Anderson.
Ky Jr has a takedown stuffed.
Ky Jr gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Anderson counters with a left to the body.
Ky Jr tries for a takedown but Anderson circles away easily
and Ky Jr takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Ky Jr misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Anderson.
No luck for Ky Jr with that takedown attempt. #T2##CL#
Anderson closes the distance and clinches.#TD2#
Ky Jr jumps guard.
Ky Jr keeping moving, preventing Anderson from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Ky Jr escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Anderson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Anderson looking to pass the guard.
Our spies down at at Canadian Elite Bruins Gym inform us that Ky Jr has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Ky Jr controlling the position.
Ky Jr keeping full guard, as Anderson tries to pass.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Anderson is pushing down on Ky Jr's leg trying to pass to half guard. Ky Jr is fighting to maintain full guard but Anderson has managed to sneak the leg through.
Anderson wants to take a breather but Ky Jr is having none of it. #T3#
Ky Jr tries to roll over but Anderson keeps him under control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ky Jr trying to control but Anderson postures up.
Anderson not landing any meaningful shots this time. #SUB#
Anderson seems to be working for a kimura but Ky Jr defends the submission attempt.
Ky Jr avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Anderson.
Ky Jr wants to improve his position but Anderson is controlling well.
Anderson slows the pace down in half guard.
Ky Jr is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Anderson perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Anderson is thwarting Ky Jr's attempts to control the position.
Ky Jr wants to improve his position but Anderson is controlling well.
Anderson is controlling the pace. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nice takedown defense from Anderson. No joy for Ky Jr on that attempt.
Anderson is looking to counter with head kicks.
Ky Jr with a lazy takedown attempt
and Anderson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ky Jr drops his hands momentarily and Anderson takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Anderson looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Ky Jr 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.

Sparky Anderson dominated that round.
That's time! Anderson's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Ky Jr keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Anderson.
A thudding body kick lands there by Anderson!
Nice sprawl there from Anderson as Ky Jr shoots in.
Anderson attempts a counter takedown but Ky Jr avoids it well and moves away.
Ky Jr fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Ky Jr shoots in but no luck this time.
Sparky Anderson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gaia Ky Jr.
Anderson lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. #ROC#
Ky Jr is rocked!
Anderson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ky Jr can do to turn this around?
Anderson lands a nice leg kick that just misses Ky Jr's sensitive parts.
Ky Jr is still on wobbly legs! Can Anderson finish him?
Ky Jr rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Anderson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Anderson closes the distance and lands a vicious right hand that drops Ky Jr! Anderson dives in looking to finish! Ky Jr is still trying to defend himself but he's taking too many shots and the referee has no choice but to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:37 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sparky Anderson!
Sparky Anderson retains his lightweight title!
Sparky Anderson bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
Gaia Ky Jr was interviewed post fight and said 'I will be back stronger, I'm humble in defeat.'.

Event: CEFC 295
Date: Jun 30, 2018

#R1##TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Brown.
Brown in side control, throwing shots but Anderson defends.
Anderson parries the strikes from Brown easily there. Brown is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Anderson to escape.
Anderson avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Brown.
Brown trying to control the action but Anderson is working from the bottom.
Brown staying calm.
Brown looks up at the clock and then as Anderson takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Brown smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brown misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Anderson managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Brown.
Anderson is looking for a sweep.#T1#
The ground and pound from Brown seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Brown misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Brown creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Anderson is looking to regain half guard here but Brown keeps moving and retains side control.
Brown has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Brown sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Anderson is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Brown working away.
Brown trying to control the action but Anderson is working from the bottom.
Brown wants to control for a moment but Anderson uses the opportunity to move back to half guard.
Brown throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Anderson is staying active underneath Brown, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T2#
Anderson is trying to stand up here but Brown is controlling him well.
Anderson holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Brown lands a nice short elbow.
Anderson keeping hold of Brown's head, controlling as best he can.
Anderson keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Brown is looking to stall here but Anderson recovers full guard.
Anderson is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Brown is controlling him.
Brown wants to control from the top but Anderson keeps moving.
Brown lands a couple of elbows.#T3#
Brown working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Brown throws a big right hand that misses. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#TD2#
Anderson gets caught napping as Brown dives in and scores a takedown. Anderson manages to retain guard.
Brown tries to free his leg and advance position but Anderson is retaining full guard.
Brown is working Anderson over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Brown landing with the ground and pound.
Brown working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Anderson keeping moving, preventing Brown from controlling successfully.
Brown working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Brown is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Brown throws a big elbow that misses.
Brown is in close to Anderson's body, working some short punches and elbows.#T4#
Anderson wants to sweep but no luck.
Brown throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Brown works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Brown wants to pass to mount but Anderson is defending the position.
Brown working Anderson over with strikes.
Anderson slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Brown in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Anderson wants to get back to his feet but Brown is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Brown wants to control from the top but Anderson keeps moving.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Brown trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Anderson 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.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

John Brown dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Brown scores with a hook.
Brown lands with an overhand left.
Brown throws a right and a left that both miss.
A good leg kick by Anderson.
Nice takedown defense from Anderson. No joy for Brown on that attempt.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Brown.
Brown has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brown checks the leg kick nicely there. #TD2#
Brown drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Anderson is trying to control the position but Brown postures up.
Brown with a nice head shot there.#T1#
Brown loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Brown throwing strikes from guard but Anderson blocks nicely.
Anderson preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Brown trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Anderson keeping moving, preventing Brown from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Brown is looking to work some ground and pound but Anderson has wrist control.
Anderson keeping moving, preventing Brown from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Brown moves out of range of the strikes.
Sparky Anderson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Anderson misses with a straight left. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Anderson throws a leg kick which misses Brown's front leg but catches the back leg as Brown tries to avoid it.
Brown shoots in looking for a takedown but Anderson manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Brown's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Sparky Anderson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Brown.
Brown shoots for a double leg takedown but Anderson sprawls well. He's pushed Brown's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Anderson wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Brown pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A low kick from Brown is predictable there #TD#
and Anderson counters with a single leg into guard. Brown didn't expect that.
Brown trying to control the position.
Anderson trying to control but Brown is working from the bottom.
Anderson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Brown is keeping the position for now.
Brown looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Anderson trying to control the position from guard on top but Brown is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Brown looking to hit a scissor sweep but Anderson is one step ahead there.
Brown trying to control the position.
Brown has his hands on Anderson's head, controlling the position.
Anderson stays in close to Brown's body and controls the position. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Anderson lands with a thumping leg kick. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Brown misses with a takedown attempt - Anderson sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Brown uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Anderson.
The fighters circle momentarily. Anderson darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Anderson. Brown does a little dance to reset his feet.
Brown fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Sparky Anderson is winning the standup battle so far.
Brown works over Anderson's head and body with a nice combination.
John Brown is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Brown scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Brown tests Anderson's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Anderson lands a head kick. Brown smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
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 Sparky Anderson will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R3#
Brown's corner calls for a 1-2. Brown obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #CUT#
It looks like John Brown has been cut.
Anderson misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Brown is looking for the big counter here.
Anderson attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Anderson is looking to clinch but Brown is avoiding it.
Anderson looks for the body kick but Brown saw that one coming.
A head kick by Anderson misses
and Brown counters with a left to the body.
Brown throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Anderson slips a jab and a cross from Brown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brown tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Anderson fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Brown defending well as Anderson loads up on a big left hand. #T1#
Brown connects with a good right hand that stumbles Anderson. Anderson circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Anderson slaps away a takedown attempt from Brown, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Anderson moves out of range of the leg kick from Brown.
Anderson wants to clinch up but Brown keeps it at a distance.
Anderson takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Brown shoots in looking for a takedown. Anderson tries to sprawl out of it but Brown keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Anderson manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Brown misses with a body shot.
Anderson swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T2#
Brown throws a head kick but Anderson moves out of range.
Anderson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Brown.
Brown lands a nice looking body shot.
Anderson dodges the punch combination from Brown.
Brown misses with a two punch combination.
Anderson throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Brown looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Anderson throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Good exchange - Anderson coming out on top.
Anderson lands a body shot. #T3#
A head kick misses from Brown.
Brown throws a left and a right that both miss
and Anderson counters with a big head kick but Brown shrugs it off.
Anderson tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Brown keeps the fight on the outside.
Anderson shoots in for a double leg but Brown sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Anderson slips a jab from Brown.
Anderson misses with a left hand #CL2#
and Brown holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Brown is pressed up against the cage. Anderson has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Brown down to the mat. Brown avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Brown gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Anderson misses the jab.#T4#
Brown throws a right hand that Anderson ducks under and follows up with a left that Anderson also avoids with ease.
Anderson swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Anderson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Brown throws a series of punches but Anderson moves out of range.
Anderson misses with a looping right.
Brown tries a quick counter leg kick but Anderson is wise to it.
Anderson misses the shot to the body.
Anderson jabs at Brown's body.
Brown lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Anderson shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Brown fails to land the takedown.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but John Brown just about did enough to take it.
The cut man is working on John Brown's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R4#
Brown tries a head kick but it misses.
Anderson misses with a left hand
and Brown counters with a straight right hand.
Anderson cracks a nice hook into Brown's ribs.
Brown misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Anderson throws an overhand right that lands on Brown's shoulder, as Brown tries to avoid the shot.
Brown moves out of range as Anderson throws a body kick.
Anderson looks for the body kick but Brown saw that one coming.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anderson tries to close the distance and clinch up but Brown swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Anderson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Brown.
Brown will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Brown misses with a straight right. #T1#
Brown misses with an attempted mid kick.
Anderson blocks a head kick by Brown.
Anderson avoids the head kick by Brown.
Anderson drops down looking for a counter takedown but Brown sprawls and moves away.
Anderson tries a head kick but it misses.
Anderson lands a right hook to the body.
Brown walks into a left hand.
Brown misses with a two punch combination.
Anderson feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Brown shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Anderson as he jumps to the side.
Anderson jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Anderson thumps Brown with a low kick.#T2#
Brown defending well as Anderson loads up on a big left hand. #CL#
Anderson takes the fight into the clinch. #BC#
Anderson manages to break the clinch.
Brown fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Anderson avoids it really well and circles away.
Sparky Anderson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Brown.#TD2#
Brown shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Brown was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!#T3#
Anderson is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Anderson is not content to let Brown control the position.
Anderson wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Brown in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows. #SUB2#
Brown tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Anderson is trying to get back to his feet.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Anderson tries to improve position but can't.
Brown lands an elbow.
Anderson is trying to get back to his feet.
Brown landing strikes.
Anderson struggling a bit here.
Anderson taking a bit of punishment here - Brown scoring with strikes.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Brown wants to lay and pray for a moment but Anderson keeps working.
Anderson avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Brown.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Sparky Anderson will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on John Brown's cut.
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!
#R5#
Brown will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Anderson tries to counter by clinching up but Brown breaks away and moves out of range.
Brown shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Anderson defends it nicely.
Brown misses with an attempted mid kick.
Brown slips under a jab from Anderson.
Anderson scores with a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anderson is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Nice sprawl there from Anderson as Brown shoots in.
Sparky Anderson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Brown.
Brown uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Anderson.#T1#
Sloppy strikes from Brown. Those never looked like landing. #CL#
Anderson has closed the distance and engaged Brown in a clinch. #BC#
Anderson breaks from the clinch.
Anderson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Brown.
Anderson throws a low kick but Brown moves out of range easily.
Brown throws a head kick that misses.
Anderson throws a low kick but Brown avoids it.
Anderson connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Brown's hands.
Brown pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Anderson has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Anderson there as he acknowledges the shot.#T2#
Brown shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Anderson sprawls well. Anderson wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Brown gets slowly back to his feet.
A nice inside leg kick there by Brown. That's going to slow Anderson down.
Brown ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Anderson moves away.
Brown bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Brown staying out of range there.
Brown throws a body kick that misses
enabling Anderson to counter with a crisp jab. #T3#
Anderson thumps Brown with a low kick.
Brown misses with a double jab.
Anderson tries to counter with a takedown but Brown is quick to defend against it.
Anderson fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Brown dives in for a single leg takedown but Anderson sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Anderson misses with a hook. Brown ducked under it nicely.
Brown checks a leg kick.
Anderson looks to score with a jab to the body but Brown is just out of range.
Anderson changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Anderson scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Brown shoots in but Anderson avoids the takedown attempt easily.#T4#
Brown throws a head kick that misses #TD#
and Anderson decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Brown's guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Anderson trying to control the position from guard on top but Brown is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Anderson lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Brown keeping full guard, as Anderson tries to pass.
Brown has his hands on Anderson's head, controlling the position.
Anderson postures up and lands a big shot to Brown's brow.
Anderson trying to control the position from guard on top but Brown is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sparky Anderson showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Anderson 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 48:47
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 48:47
Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 48:47

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sparky Anderson!
Sparky Anderson retains his lightweight title!
In his post fight interview, Sparky Anderson started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
In defeat, John Brown stepped up to the mic, saying 'Fuck This Bullshit, I Got Robbed, I Won This Fight And Fuck This Company And Corwin Anstey Fuck Him. Yeah Fuck You Corwin, I Got Screwed And Robbed. I Quit Fuck This Bullshit Company '.

Event: CEFC Live 56
Date: Jun 14, 2018

#R1#
Komaroff tries to clinch up.
Komaroff fails in his attempt to clinch. #TD2#
Komaroff shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Anderson's guard.
Komaroff's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Anderson wants to sweep but no luck.
Komaroff trying to control but Anderson is working from the bottom.
Komaroff in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Komaroff throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Komaroff throws a strike but Anderson rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Anderson is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anderson tries to free his leg and advance position but Komaroff is retaining full guard.
Anderson trying to control but Komaroff is working from the bottom.
Anderson showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Komaroff is pulling down on Anderson's head. It's preventing any offense from Anderson, at least for the moment.#T1#
Anderson postures up.
Komaroff wants to sweep here but Anderson controlling him for the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Anderson wants to pass the guard but Komaroff is keeping the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Anderson preventing the sweep.
Komaroff keeping moving, preventing Anderson from controlling successfully.
Komaroff pulls Anderson in close to his closed guard and prevents Anderson from doing any damage or advancing position.
Anderson won't allow Komaroff to sweep him here. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Anderson showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Komaroff tries to clinch there but Anderson circles away.
Anderson avoids the head kick by Komaroff.
Komaroff looks for a takedown but Anderson sprawls well.
Good shot there by Komaroff.
Komaroff changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Anderson tries to avoid it but Komaroff manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Anderson to the ground. Anderson escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Anderson is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Komaroff.
Anderson throws a hook to the side of Komaroff's head but Komaroff sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Anderson avoids a kick to the body.
Anderson is looking to counter with a body kick.
Komaroff has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Anderson misses with an uppercut.
Komaroff misses with a takedown attempt
and Anderson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Sparky Anderson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vasili Komaroff.
Komaroff lands a nice leg kick that just misses Anderson's sensitive parts.
Komaroff fails to land the takedown.
Vasili Komaroff seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Anderson throws out a leg kick but Komaroff moves out of range and Anderson only half commits.
Komaroff shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Anderson as he avoids it easily. #T3#
Komaroff slips a straight right by Anderson.
Anderson throws a head kick but Komaroff moves out of range.
Komaroff throws a big shot that misses.
Anderson looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Komaroff is fending him off so far but Anderson persists. Nope, Komaroff circles away and we're back to standing.
Anderson throws a looping overhand right but Komaroff ducks down to avoid it.
Komaroff misses with a right hand
and Anderson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A big right from Anderson misses.
Anderson moves away from the strike by Komaroff.
Komaroff throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #TD2#
Komaroff fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Anderson to the ground. Komaroff is now in Anderson's guard.
Komaroff working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Komaroff trying to control but Anderson is working from the bottom.
Komaroff throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Anderson is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Komaroff is controlling him. #T4#
Anderson controlling Komaroff's posture.
Anderson keeping moving, preventing Komaroff from controlling successfully.
Komaroff scoring with punches to the head and body.
Komaroff postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Komaroff throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Anderson works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Anderson keeping moving, preventing Komaroff from controlling successfully.
Anderson is looking to stand up but Komaroff isn't so interested in that idea.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Komaroff looking to pass the guard.
Komaroff in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
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 Sparky Anderson will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Anderson circles away from the clinch attempt.
Komaroff takes a shot right to the bread basket.#CL#
Anderson clinches.
Komaroff lands a shoulder strike. #BC#
Anderson manages to break the clinch.
Komaroff tries to clinch but Anderson is having none of it.
Komaroff misses with a two punch combination.
Komaroff doesn't manage to clinch there - Anderson circles away.
Anderson walks into a straight right hand from Komaroff.
Komaroff blocks a head kick by Anderson.
Komaroff's jab looks to have found its range, popping Anderson under the eye.
Vasili Komaroff is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL2#
Komaroff gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Komaroff with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Anderson goes for a takedown in the clinch but Komaroff prevents it. #BC#
Anderson manages to break the clinch. #T1#
Anderson has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Komaroff.
Komaroff tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Anderson darts in looking for a takedown but Komaroff gets double underhooks and turns Anderson into the cage.
Komaroff lands with a kick to the ribs.
Sparky Anderson is winning the standup battle so far.
Komaroff tries to clinch up but Anderson circles away and keeps his distance.#TD2#
Komaroff shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Anderson napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Komaroff is looking to take a break and control but Anderson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Komaroff grinds an elbow into Anderson's temple.
Komaroff working the head and body with strikes.
Komaroff connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Anderson some visible discomfort.
Komaroff cracks Anderson with a big elbow.
Anderson struggling a bit here.
Anderson stops Komaroff from passing to mount. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Anderson tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Komaroff wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Anderson is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Komaroff has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Komaroff throws a strike aimed at the side of Anderson's head but Anderson avoids it well.
Anderson is trying to improve his position.
Komaroff working the body and head with strikes.
Komaroff is chipping away with strikes.
Vasili Komaroff has got the better of the ground game so far.
Komaroff working the body and head with strikes.
Komaroff trying to control the position but Anderson is working away.
Komaroff throwing shots but missing, from side control.
An elbow from Komaroff crashes against the mat. #T3#
Anderson seems a little lost for a moment, as Komaroff dominates the positioning.
Komaroff tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Komaroff wants to take a breather but Anderson manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Komaroff.
Komaroff postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Komaroff scoring with some ground and pound.
Komaroff prevents Anderson from getting back to his feet.
Anderson lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Anderson advances position into side control!
Komaroff is trying to improve his position.#T4#
Komaroff stuck in half guard on the bottom here.
Komaroff tries to buck Anderson off but Anderson is having none of it.
Komaroff manages to work his way to half guard, despite Anderson's best efforts.
Anderson seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Komaroff does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Anderson thows a huge punch but Komaroff dodges it nicely.
Komaroff wants to get back to full guard.
Komaroff trying to hold on to Anderson's head to control him but Anderson postures up.
Anderson trying to control the pace.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vasili Komaroff 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!
#R3##TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Komaroff.
Anderson is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Komaroff asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Anderson defending against the ground and pound.
Anderson struggling a bit here.
Komaroff throwing strikes but Anderson manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anderson working away.
Komaroff holds on to Anderson's head and controls the position momentarily.
Komaroff is trying to get back to half guard.
Komaroff struggling a bit here.#T1#
Anderson remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
Komaroff is looking for a sweep.
Anderson controlling the position.
Anderson will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Komaroff can't do much from the bottom here.
Komaroff tries to buck Anderson off but Anderson is having none of it.#SUB#
Anderson thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Komaroff tries to improve position but can't. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Anderson controls the position.
Komaroff regains half guard.
Anderson uses his free foot to push down on Komaroff's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Komaroff.
Anderson sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Komaroff is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Anderson can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Komaroff is looking to escape.
Anderson scoring with strikes but Komaroff is staying in there.
Komaroff looks out of his depth in this position - he's holding on tight.#T3#
Komaroff is in all sorts of trouble here.
Anderson trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Anderson lands a big elbow. #SUB#
Anderson with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Komaroff is looking to get to half guard.
Anderson looking to control but Komaroff is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Komaroff tries to lock up and control but Anderson gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T4#
Komaroff is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Komaroff is squirming around, avoiding Anderson's attempts to control the action.
Komaroff is looking to improve his position but Anderson isn't that keen on the idea.
Komaroff manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Anderson trying to pass the guard but Komaroff defending well.
Anderson controlling the action here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Komaroff avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Anderson.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sparky Anderson clearly takes that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R4#
Komaroff tries to clinch but Anderson moves out of range.
Anderson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Komaroff.
Anderson throws a sloppy head kick and Komaroff moves out of range easily. #CL2#
Komaroff takes the fight into the clinch.
Anderson stalling in the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Komaroff fails to land.
Komaroff wants a takedown. #TD#
Anderson gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Komaroff regains guard.
Komaroff 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anderson trying to control the position from guard on top but Komaroff is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Anderson stopping the sweep attempt from Komaroff.#T1#
Komaroff is still trying to improve position.
Komaroff manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Anderson manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Anderson trying to keep a closed guard but Komaroff is proving a slippery customer.
Anderson wants to stand up but Komaroff is controlling him.
Komaroff scoring with some ground and pound.
Komaroff wants to control from the top but Anderson keeps moving.
Komaroff with a flurry of punches that miss.
Anderson is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Komaroff is controlling him.
Komaroff throws a big right hand that misses. #T2#
Anderson has his hands on Komaroff's head, controlling the position.
Anderson wants to get back to his feet but Komaroff is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Komaroff is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Anderson swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Komaroff throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Anderson counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#CL2#
Komaroff closes the distance and clinches.
Komaroff misses with a body punch. #BC#
Anderson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A slow jab from Komaroff misses its intended target.
Anderson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Komaroff.
Komaroff tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#T3#
Anderson takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Anderson connects with a leg kick. Komaroff looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. #CL#
Anderson gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Komaroff can't get the takedown.
A short right from Komaroff.
Komaroff using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Anderson has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike. #BC#
Anderson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Good work by Anderson as he checks the leg kick.
Komaroff swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Anderson works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Komaroff throws an overhand right that lands on Anderson's shoulder, as Anderson tries to avoid the shot.
Anderson fires out a quick counter leg kick but Komaroff just manages to avoid it.
Anderson throws the left hand but Komaroff avoids the punch easily.
Anderson backing away here, and Komaroff unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Komaroff misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Komaroff shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Anderson pinned against the cage. Anderson gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Anderson half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Sparky Anderson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vasili Komaroff.#T4#
Komaroff fails to land the takedown.
Anderson throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Komaroff stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Komaroff connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Komaroff looks for a takedown but Anderson sprawls well.
Komaroff misses with a two punch combination.
Anderson lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Komaroff stuns Anderson with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Anderson circles away from the clinch attempt.
Anderson circles away from the clinch attempt.
Anderson lands a jab to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Sparky Anderson 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. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R5#
Komaroff throws a shot to the body.
Komaroff throws a half hearted mid kick.
Anderson lands a lovely overhand right.
Anderson throws a big shot that misses.#CL2#
Anderson gets tackled into the cage by Komaroff. Komaroff maintains the clinch.
Anderson prevents Komaroff from breaking the clinch.
Komaroff misses with a body punch.
Komaroff can't find room to land a body shot as Anderson controls the action.
Anderson stalling the fight.
Komaroff has a couple of punches blocked by Anderson.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anderson lands a right hand that snaps the head of Komaroff backwards. #BC#
Anderson breaks from the clinch.
Anderson slips a jab and a cross from Komaroff.
Anderson gets cracked there but stands up to it. #T1#
Komaroff checks a leg kick.
Komaroff connects with a body shot that sends Anderson's belly button to the back.
Komaroff throws an overhand right that lands on Anderson's shoulder, as Anderson tries to avoid the shot.
Anderson shoots for a takedown but Komaroff saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Anderson takes a jab right on the kisser.
Komaroff throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Anderson swats away the attempt to clinch by Komaroff.
Anderson changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
A decent looking cross lands there for Komaroff.
Komaroff misses with a jab, cross combination. #TD2#
Komaroff feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Komaroff lands a couple of digs.
Anderson not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Vasili Komaroff has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Komaroff working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Komaroff missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Komaroff throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Anderson works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Komaroff missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Komaroff working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Anderson's head.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Komaroff accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Anderson looking to control.
Komaroff trying to control the position from guard on top but Anderson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Anderson, as that shot connected.
Good exchange - Anderson coming out on top.
Anderson looks to throw the jab but Komaroff is out of range. #T3#
Komaroff thuds a left hand into Anderson's body.
Komaroff throws a sloppy head kick and Anderson moves out of range easily.
Komaroff avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Komaroff fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Anderson on the side of the head.
Komaroff shoots in looking for a takedown but Anderson manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Komaroff's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Komaroff has a takedown stuffed.
Sparky Anderson is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#TD#
Anderson looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Komaroff trying to control but Anderson postures up.
Komaroff is refusing to be controlled, as Anderson sits in half guard. #T4#
Komaroff regains full guard. Nicely done.
Komaroff 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.
Komaroff keeps trying to improve his position.
Anderson trying to control the position from guard on top but Komaroff is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Komaroff looking to hit a scissor sweep but Anderson is one step ahead there.
Anderson not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.

And that's the end of the fight!
Vasili Komaroff comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Anderson 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 48:48
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 48:47
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 48:47

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Sparky Anderson!
Sparky Anderson retains his lightweight title!
A very excited looking Sparky Anderson rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.
In defeat, Vasili Komaroff stepped up to the mic, saying 'I will come back stronger and stronger and that belt will be mine again!'.

Event: CEFC Fight Night 225
Date: May 31, 2018

#R1#
Anderson looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Dickson looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Anderson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dickson throws a hook but Anderson blocks it.
Anderson tries to counter with a takedown but Dickson is quick to defend against it.
Anderson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #CL#
Anderson moves into the clinch.#BC#
Anderson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Dickson misses with an attempted mid kick.
Anderson tries to land a front kick but Dickson steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dickson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Anderson moves away.
Anderson moves in looking to clinch but Dickson pushes him off.
Dickson is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight. #T1#
Dickson lands a right hook to the body. #TD#
Dickson gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Anderson to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Dickson has control of Anderson's left arm, preventing Anderson from doing any damage.
Anderson wants to pass the guard but Dickson is keeping the position.
Dickson is pulling down on Anderson's head to control his posture.
Anderson controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T2#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Dickson holds on and takes a little breather.
Anderson trying to control but Dickson is working from the bottom.
Our spies down at at Xtreme Fighting Systems inform us that Dickson has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Dickson being controlled here, momentarily.
Anderson wants to control from the top but Dickson keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Dickson is looking to slow Anderson down with leg kicks.
Anderson just misses with a punch to the body.
Dickson doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#T3#
Anderson tried to score with a low kick but Dickson checks it.
Dickson throws a big shot that misses.
Dickson checks a leg kick nicely.
Anderson looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Dickson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Anderson.
Anderson misses with a wild body shot.
Anderson gets off balance looking for a body kick
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Anderson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dickson.
Dickson misses with a two punch combination.
Sparky Anderson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T4#
Dickson changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
No joy there for Dickson, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Anderson swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Dickson throws a jab but it's blocked by Anderson.
Anderson is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dickson.
Dickson is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Anderson with a body shot.
Anderson connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
A good leg kick by Anderson.
A head kick by Anderson misses
and Dickson counters with a right hand to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dickson throws a body punch but Anderson moves out of range.
Anderson ducks under a wild hook from Dickson.
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 Sparky Anderson 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#
Anderson blocks a head kick by Dickson.
Dickson with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row. #CL#
Anderson has managed to clinch. #TD#
Anderson gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Anderson stopping the sweep attempt from Dickson.
Dickson manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Anderson manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Anderson 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.
Dickson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Anderson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Anderson is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #T1#
Dickson preventing the sweep.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Anderson not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Dickson is fighting to break Anderson's control of his arms but Anderson is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Dickson engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Anderson is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Anderson wants to stand and escape but Dickson is having none of it. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Dickson scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Teninch Dickson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Anderson moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
A swing and a miss from Anderson.
Dickson throws out a counter right but Anderson avoids it with no problem.
Anderson tries a head kick but it misses.
A swing and a miss from Anderson.
Dickson is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
Anderson misses with a left hand
letting Dickson counter with a right hand. #T3#
Anderson misses with a hook
letting Dickson counter with a right hand.
Dickson changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Teninch Dickson seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Anderson needs to keep his hands up - Dickson had a free shot at his head there.
Anderson avoids the body shot from Dickson.
Dickson throws a hook to the side of Anderson's head but Anderson sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Anderson throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Dickson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Dickson avoids the head kick by Anderson.
A slow jab from Anderson misses its intended target.
Good leg kick by Dickson there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Dickson scores with the left hand. Anderson knows he should have avoided that one. #T4#
Anderson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Dickson throws out the jab.
Dickson throws a big shot that misses.
Anderson avoids the body shot from Dickson. #CL#
Anderson moves into range and clinches up with Dickson.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dickson tries to work over Anderson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Dickson lands a body punch in the clinch.
Dickson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Anderson's elbow.
Dickson lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#BC#
Anderson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Dickson takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Anderson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Teninch Dickson 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!
#R3##TD#
Anderson shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Dickson is trying to defend but Anderson finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Anderson will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Anderson not doing much here.
Dickson has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Anderson is working away from the top position though.
Anderson wants to pass to mount but Dickson is defending the position.
Sparky Anderson overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anderson controlling the action here. #T1#
Dickson is trying to get back to full guard.
Anderson is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Dickson!
Dickson in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Anderson landing punches.
Dickson is wriggling around trying to escape.
Anderson throwing shots from mount but they're not landing.
Anderson tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Dickson wants to control but Anderson is having none of it.#T2#
Anderson controlling the position easily from mount.
Anderson prevents Dickson from getting the reversal.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Anderson unloads with some shots from mount but Dickson bucks and avoids them well.
Anderson looking to control but Dickson is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Anderson content just to control the position here. #T3#
Anderson tries to control but Dickson wriggling away.
Anderson controlling the position easily from mount.
Dickson is squirming around, avoiding Anderson's attempts to control the action.
Anderson prevents Dickson from getting the reversal.
Anderson wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Dickson is working to get back to half guard.
Anderson looking to control and managing it successfully.
Anderson can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Dickson is looking to escape.
Anderson throwing shots from mount but they're not landing.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sparky Anderson clearly takes that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R4#
Anderson throws a low kick but Dickson moves out of range easily.
Anderson throws a hook but Dickson avoids it easily.
Dickson is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Dickson lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Anderson at a distance.
Anderson misses with a looping right.
Dickson swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Dickson ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Anderson throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Dickson counters with an inside leg kick.
Dickson circles away from the clinch attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dickson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Dickson fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Dickson rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Anderson moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#T1#
A nice leg kick lands there from Dickson.
Anderson throws out a loose jab but Dickson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dickson tries a quick counter leg kick but Anderson is wise to it.
Dickson dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Dickson darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Anderson.
A low kick from Anderson is predictable there
and Dickson counters with an outside leg kick.
Anderson lands a glancing blow to the side of Dickson's head.
Dickson punishes Anderson's body with a nice straight punch.
Anderson misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #T2#
Anderson slips under a jab from Dickson.
Dickson with a nice cross.
Dickson throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Anderson bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dickson misses with a body punch
and Anderson counters with a slapping leg kick.
Dickson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Anderson.
Dickson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Anderson.
Anderson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dickson.
Dickson swings for the body but Anderson moves out of range. #T3#
Dickson chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Anderson can pounce on him.
Dickson cracks the inside of Anderson's front leg.
Dickson throws a head kick but Anderson moves out of range.
Anderson attempts a counter takedown but Dickson avoids it well and moves away.
A leg kick checked by Dickson.
Anderson throws a looping overhand right but Dickson ducks down to avoid it.
Anderson looks for the body kick but Dickson saw that one coming.
Dickson tests Anderson's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Anderson is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Anderson throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Dickson counters with a stiff right hand. #T4#
Anderson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dickson.
Anderson throws a head kick but Dickson moves out of range.
Dickson looks like he wants to counter punch here.
An inside leg kick from Dickson misses.
Anderson lands with a thumping leg kick.
Anderson swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Dickson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Good leg kick by Dickson there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Anderson is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Dickson.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dickson on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Anderson. Anderson obviously looking to wear him down.
Dickson misses with a leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Teninch Dickson dominated that fourth round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! And we move into the final round!
#R5#
A big right from Dickson misses.
Dickson blocks a leg kick.
Dickson lands with a hook. Anderson tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Anderson throws a hook but Dickson avoids it easily.
Anderson takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Anderson throws a jab but it's blocked by Dickson.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anderson misses with a low kick.
Dickson swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Anderson connects with a crisp jab.
Anderson shoots in for a double leg but Dickson sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#T1#
A bone on bone clash there as Dickson blocks the leg kick.
Dickson flicks out a counter leg kick but Anderson steps away.
Anderson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dickson was well out of range. Poor timing from Anderson.
Anderson throws a lazy uppercut
and Dickson makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Dickson connects with a crisp jab.
Anderson throws a big shot that misses.
Anderson tries a low kick but Dickson avoids it.
Dickson on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Anderson tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Dickson swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Anderson slips a straight right by Dickson.#T2#
Dickson takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Dickson uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Anderson.
Dickson appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Dickson circles away from the clinch attempt
and Dickson counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Dickson comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
A jab from Dickson does it's job there.
Anderson misses with a low kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Anderson connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#T3#
Dickson throws a jab but it's blocked by Anderson.
Anderson is looking to clinch.
Dickson appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#CL#
Anderson moves into the clinch.
Dickson leaning his opponent against the cage.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Dickson.
Anderson lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Dickson backwards. #TD#
Anderson has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Dickson regains guard immediately.
Dickson is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T4#
Anderson tries to free his leg and advance position but Dickson is retaining full guard.
Anderson controls from within his opponent's guard.
Anderson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Anderson seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dickson trying to keep a closed guard but Anderson is proving a slippery customer.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sparky Anderson showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Anderson 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 48:47
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 47:48
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 48:46

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Sparky Anderson!
Sparky Anderson is the new lightweight champion!
Sparky Anderson tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.

Event: CEFC Fight Night 224
Date: May 10, 2018

#R1##CL#
Anderson takes the fight into the clinch.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Nazarethyan just misses with a elbow thrown towards Anderson's brow. #BC#
Anderson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Nazarethyan clinches up with Anderson and pushes him back against the cage.
The referee calls for Nazarethyan to work.
Still in the clinch, Anderson scores with a nice short uppercut.
Nazarethyan missing with knees to the body. #BC#
Anderson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Nazarethyan thows a leg kick but Anderson checks it
and Anderson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CL2#
Nazarethyan closes the distance and pushes Anderson back into the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nazarethyan tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Anderson smiles and moves away.
Nazarethyan throws a shot to the body. #CL2#
Nazarethyan moves into the clinch.
With the fighters up against the cage, Nazarethyan throws an elbow but misses. #T1##TD#
Nazarethyan is fighting off a takedown attempt but Anderson is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Nazarethyan to the mat. Nazarethyan regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Nazarethyan is wriggling around but Anderson manages to pass to half guard. #REVB#
Anderson keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Nazarethyan tries to get to full guard but Anderson has control of the leg.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Anderson lands with a punch from half guard.
Nazarethyan is in trouble now - Anderson has advanced to mount!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nazarethyan tries to hold on but Anderson postures up.
Nazarethyan working to try and regain half guard. #T2#
Anderson landing shots from mount.
Anderson tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Anderson trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Anderson unloading with bombs!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nazarethyan can't escape the position.
Anderson looking to control but Nazarethyan is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T3#
Anderson has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Nazarethyan's face.
Anderson can't control as he wanted to and Nazarethyan manages to get the fight back to his half guard.
Anderson keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Nazarethyan taking some punishment here, with Anderson in his half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Anderson in particular looking to stall.#SUB#
Nazarethyan is defending against the submission attempts here by Anderson.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Anderson in particular looking to stall.#T4#
Nazarethyan regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Anderson.
Anderson controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Anderson wants to control from the top but Nazarethyan keeps moving.
Anderson advances position into side control!
Anderson is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Nazarethyan will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sparky Anderson dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Nazarethyan tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Anderson counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Suren Nazarethyan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nazarethyan lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Anderson circles away quickly and effectively.
Anderson is looking to counter punch.
Anderson takes a swing at Nazarethyan's ribcage but misses.
Anderson uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan falls off balance throwing a combination
and Anderson counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Decent striking displayed by Anderson there.
Anderson lands a jab to Nazarethyan's midsection.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nazarethyan throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Anderson makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Nazarethyan 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.
Nice shot by Anderson.
Nazarethyan wants to clinch but Anderson slips to the side
and Anderson makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Sparky Anderson is winning the standup battle so far.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Anderson misses the shot to the body. #T1#
Anderson lands a leg kick that knocks Nazarethyan off balance momentarily.
Anderson thuds his right hand into Nazarethyan's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#CL2#
Anderson gets tackled into the cage by Nazarethyan. Nazarethyan maintains the clinch.
Anderson stalling. #BC#
Anderson manages to break the clinch.
Anderson misses with a hook.
Anderson lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Nazarethyan throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
A slapping body kick lands there for Anderson.#CL2#
Nazarethyan clinches with his opponent. #BC#
Anderson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Anderson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nazarethyan can do to turn this around?
Nazarethyan misses with a body kick.
Anderson tries to counter with a takedown but Nazarethyan is quick to defend against it.
Suren Nazarethyan is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Nazarethyan throws a sloppy head kick and Anderson moves out of range easily.
It looked like Anderson wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Anderson throws out a loose jab but Nazarethyan uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nazarethyan takes one to the chin there.#CL2#
Nazarethyan moves into range and clinches up with Anderson.
Anderson will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Nazarethyan up against the cage.#TD#
Anderson works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Anderson trying to control but Nazarethyan is working from the bottom.
Anderson controlling from the top position. #T3#
Anderson trying to control the position from guard on top but Nazarethyan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Anderson is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Nazarethyan keeping moving, preventing Anderson from controlling successfully.
Anderson will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Anderson is standing up over Nazarethyan. Nazarethyan looks to escape but Anderson dives into side control.
Anderson controls the position from side control.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Nazarethyan is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Anderson wants to control but Nazarethyan is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Anderson looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Anderson is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Nazarethyan's shoulder. That is not cool.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sparky Anderson dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Anderson slips a jab from Nazarethyan.
Anderson lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Anderson is looking to chop away at Nazarethyan's legs.
An inside leg kick from Anderson misses.
Nazarethyan is looking to clinch but Anderson is avoiding it.
Anderson is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Anderson lands a nice leg kick that just misses Nazarethyan's sensitive parts.
Anderson feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Nazarethyans jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Anderson keeps the fight on the outside.
Anderson connects with a right hand. Nazarethyan shakes it off.
Nazarethyan tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Anderson manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Anderson is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Anderson lands a jab to the nose.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nazarethyan just misses with a punch to the body.
Anderson avoids the head kick by Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan throws a right hand that Anderson ducks under and follows up with a left that Anderson also avoids with ease.
Anderson throws a low kick, looking for Nazarethyan's leg but Nazarethyan calmly moves out of range. #T1#
A lazy left from Anderson finds it's target.
Nazarethyan uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Anderson. #CL2#
Anderson tries to keep at a distance but Nazarethyan has taken the fight into the clinch.
Nazarethyan is trying to force a seperation but Anderson has the dominant position.
Nazarethyan is trying to maintain a safe position but Anderson gets an underhook and turns Nazarethyan into the cage.#BC#
Anderson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Anderson lands a jab to the nose.
Anderson looks to land a right hand but Nazarethyan moved out of range.
Nazarethyan misses with a body shot
and Anderson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#ROC#
Nazarethyan is rocked!
Anderson lands a jab to the nose.
Nazarethyan is still on wobbly legs! Can Anderson finish him?
Nazarethyan is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Anderson knocks out Nazarethyan with a massive right hand! The ref tackles Anderson before he can follow up with any more strikes and that's it everyone. Anderson picks up the big W with a huge KO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Sparky Anderson!
In his post fight interview, Sparky Anderson started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
Suren Nazarethyan was interviewed post fight and said 'I Will Come Back Stronger Than Before'.

Event: CEFC Fight Night 222
Date: Apr 19, 2018

#R1#
A big right from Komaroff misses.
Anderson appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Komaroff connects with a leg kick. Anderson looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Komaroff misses with an uppercut
and Anderson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Anderson throws an overhand right that lands on Komaroff's shoulder, as Komaroff tries to avoid the shot.
Komaroff fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Anderson has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Komaroff seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Vasili Komaroff seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Komaroff fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Komaroff scores with a three punch combo!
Anderson connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Komaroff tries to land a leg kick but Anderson saw it coming and moves away.
Komaroff misses with a leg kick
and Anderson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Komaroff misses with a hook. Anderson ducked under it nicely.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Decent striking displayed by Komaroff there.
Komaroff doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Anderson counters with a nice body shot. #T1#
Komaroff throws a leg kick
and Anderson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Komaroff looks to land a combination but Anderson avoids it well.
Komaroff throws out a loose jab but Anderson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Anderson with the counter takedown but Komaroff avoids it easily.
Anderson looks to throw the jab but Komaroff is out of range.
Good exchange - Anderson coming out on top.
Komaroff thuds a left hand into Anderson's body.
Komaroff thows a leg kick but Anderson checks it
and Anderson counters with a straight right hand.
Anderson throws the left hand but Komaroff avoids the punch easily.
Anderson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Komaroff.
Komaroff moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromAnderson.
Anderson is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Whack! Anderson lands a heavy head kick that drops Komaroff. The ref tackles Anderson to stop the fight - a great save by the referee because Komaroff was done.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Head Kick). Sparky Anderson!
After the fight, Sparky Anderson was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.
The defeated Vasili Komaroff had this to say: 'I will come back stronger and stronger and that belt will be mine again!'.

Event: CEFC 282
Date: Mar 31, 2018

#R1##TD2#
Shipman scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#SUB2#
Shipman tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Shipman has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Anderson is looking to regain half guard here but Shipman keeps moving and retains side control.
Anderson defending against the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Shipman working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Anderson is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Shipman is controlling him well.
Anderson is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anderson pushes Shipman away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Shipman gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Anderson wants to control but Shipman postures up.#T1#
Shipman lands some shots froms side control.
Anderson is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Shipman has just dragged him back down to the mat.
The ground and pound from Shipman seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Shipman tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Shipman looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Anderson is avoiding damage well.
Shipman misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Shipman works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Shipman throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Anderson can't do much from the bottom here.
Shipman looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Anderson is avoiding damage well.
Shipman postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Shipman has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Anderson is trying to get back to half guard.
Anderson takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Anderson can't do much from the bottom here. #T2#
Anderson parries the strikes from Shipman easily there. Shipman is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Anderson to escape. #SUB2#
Shipman goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Anderson rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Shipman's guard! Nice work there by Anderson!
Shipman keeping moving, preventing Anderson from controlling successfully.
Shipman wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2#
Shipman has his foot on Anderson's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Anderson works his way back into a safe position though.
Shipman looking for a sweep. Not yet Shipman, not yet.
Anderson postures up. #ES2#
Shipman wriggles free and stands up.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD2#
Shipman fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Anderson to the ground. Shipman is now in Anderson's guard.
Anderson trying to control the position. #T3#
Anderson preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Shipman stops Anderson from standing up.
Shipman working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Anderson's head.
Shipman loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Shipman content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Shipman working some strikes from top position.
Shipman won't allow Anderson to get back to his feet.
Shipman cracks Anderson with a solid left hand.
Shipman with a nice head shot there.#ROC2#
Anderson is rocked!
Anderson is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Shipman is controlling him.
Anderson wants to sweep but no luck.
Anderson wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Anderson avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T4#
Anderson is trying to keep Shipman in close.
Shipman with a flurry of punches that miss.
Shipman postures up in Anderson's guard and throws a big left but Anderson blocks it.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Shipman accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Shipman accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Shipman prevents Anderson from getting back to his feet.
Shipman throws a strike but Anderson rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Anderson postures up. #SUB2#
Shipman looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Anderson looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Harold Shipman dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Anderson throws the left hand but Shipman avoids the punch easily.
Anderson throws a leg kick but Shipman checks it.
Shipman tries to close the distance and clinch up but Anderson swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Anderson looks to score with a jab to the body but Shipman is just out of range.
Shipman steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Anderson.
Anderson stuffs the takedown.
Anderson throws a hook but Shipman avoids it easily.
Shipman tries to clinch but Anderson moves out of range.
Shipman fails with the takedown
and Anderson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shipman lands with a cross.
Shipman avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Shipman with a poor takedown
and Anderson counters with a straight right hand.
Sparky Anderson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Harold Shipman.
Shipman shoots in for a takedown but Anderson shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Shipman has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.#T1#
Shipman lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Anderson lands with a thumping leg kick.
Shipman's corner calls for a 1-2. Shipman obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Anderson dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#TD#
Anderson looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Shipman!#ES2#
Shipman bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Shipman lands with an overhand left.
Anderson throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #TD2#
Shipman shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Anderson's guard.
Shipman throwing strikes from guard but Anderson blocks nicely.
Shipman throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Shipman has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T2#
Shipman postures up in Anderson's guard and throws a big left but Anderson blocks it.
Anderson trying to keep a closed guard but Shipman is proving a slippery customer.
Shipman throwing strikes but missing.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Anderson holds on and takes a little breather.
Shipman working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Anderson's head.
Shipman with a flurry of punches that miss.
Anderson has control of Shipman's left arm, preventing Shipman from doing any damage.
Shipman landing some decent shots from guard.
Shipman passes easily into side control. Nice work.#T3#
Anderson is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Shipman misses with a head shot. Anderson uses the momentum to regain guard.
Shipman missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Anderson wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Shipman is looking to work some ground and pound but Anderson has wrist control.
Anderson controlling Shipman's posture.
Shipman with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Anderson 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#
Shipman trying to control but Anderson postures up.
Harold Shipman has got the better of the ground game so far.#T4#
Anderson trying to control from half guard but Shipman is working away.
Shipman is pressing down on Anderson's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Anderson postures up. #SUB2#
Shipman is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Anderson is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Shipman had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Anderson defends it easily.
Shipman looking for a sweep. Not yet Shipman, not yet.
Anderson advances to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Harold Shipman will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3##CL2#
Anderson gets tackled into the cage by Shipman. Shipman maintains the clinch.
Shipman has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Anderson is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Anderson displaying some good clinch control by pressing Shipman up against the cage.
Anderson gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Shipman.
Shipman has Anderson pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Anderson manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Sparky Anderson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Harold Shipman.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Anderson.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shipman prevents Anderson from breaking the clinch.
A battle for position here, against the cage.#BC#
Anderson breaks the clinch.
Anderson is looking to score with low kicks.#T1#
Shipman tries to clinch
and Anderson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Shipman takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.#TD2#
Shipman closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #SUB2#
Shipman tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Shipman working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Shipman takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Shipman looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Anderson is avoiding damage well.
Shipman grinds an elbow into Anderson's temple.
Anderson is looking to reverse the position.
Shipman creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Anderson sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
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Sparky Anderson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Anderson is trying to get back to half guard.
You can see the frustration on Anderson's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Shipman scoring with punches from side control.
Oh Anderson is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
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!
Anderson takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Anderson struggling a bit here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Shipman works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Shipman lands a strong strike to the head of Anderson. That's dazed him! Shipman looking to finish here. Anderson is waving his arms around trying to block but he's hurt badly - Shipman lands more strikes and the referee steps in to end the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Harold Shipman!
During a confident post fight interview, Harold Shipman thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: CEFC Fight Night 120
Date: Mar 22, 2018

#R1#
Anderson scores with a jab to the body.
Anderson throws a shot to the body.
Nice defenses there by Anderson.
Face misses with a straight right.
Face swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Anderson throws a hook but Face avoids it easily.
Face is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Anderson with a body shot.
Anderson finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
A countering left hand to the body from Face misses.
Face doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Anderson stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Anderson dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Face misses with an uppercut
and Anderson counters with a leg kick.
Anderson throws a jab but it's blocked by Face.
Face doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Anderson lands a nice shot to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Anderson misses with a body shot.
Face moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Face avoids the head kick by Anderson. #T1#
Face has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Anderson.
Anderson misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Face throws a right hand that misses
and Anderson makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Face ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Anderson moves away.
A slapping leg kick lands for Anderson.
Face swings for the body but Anderson moves out of range.
A slow jab from Face misses its intended target.
Face looks to land a combination but Anderson avoids it well.
Face misses with a body shot.
Face throws a wild body kick that Anderson sees coming a mile off.
Shit Face seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Face fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Anderson manages to avoid it.#TD#
Anderson looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Face!
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB#
Anderson is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Face knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T2#
Anderson working away.
Anderson slows the pace down.
Anderson is looking to take a break and control but Face is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Anderson tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Anderson has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T3#
Anderson is chipping away with strikes.
The ground and pound from Anderson seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
You can see the frustration on Face's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Anderson remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
Face is looking for a sweep.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Face sneaks back into half guard.
Anderson wants to free his trapped foot but Face is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Anderson is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Anderson keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Anderson's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Anderson is pressing down on Face's thigh, looking to free his foot. Face is holding on for now.
Anderson thows a huge punch but Face dodges it nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sparky Anderson dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Face throws a hook to the side of Anderson's head but Anderson sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Face swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Anderson.
Anderson scores with a sloppy right hand. Face should have avoided that one.
Sparky Anderson is winning the standup battle so far.
Face throws a leg kick that is checked
and Anderson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Danga de danga de dang - Face scores with a four punch combination!
Face throws a lazy right hand but Anderson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Face shoots and misses
letting Anderson counter with a right hand.
Face throws a right hand that misses
and Anderson counters with a leg kick.
Face is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
Face shoots in for a takedown but Anderson shows good takedown defense.
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!#CL2#
Face has managed to clinch. #BC#
Anderson breaks from the clinch.
Shit Face is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Face throws a big shot that misses.
Face throws a hook but Anderson avoids it easily.
Face swings for the body but Anderson moves out of range.
Anderson tried to counter with a leg kick but Face avoided it.
Anderson ducks under a wild hook from Face.
Anderson is looking to counter punch.#T1#
Face just misses with a punch to the body.
Anderson attempts a counter takedown but Face avoids it well and moves away.
A punch lands to the side of Face 's head but he takes it in his stride.#CUT#
It looks like Shit Face has been cut.
Anderson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Face.
That kick from Anderson tenderised Face's leg. Face is trying to keep his angry face on.
Face throws out a leg kick but Anderson moves out of range and Face only half commits.
Face scores with a sloppy right hand. Anderson should have avoided that one.
Face throws a low kick, looking for Anderson's leg but Anderson calmly moves out of range.
Anderson throws a head kick that half lands.
Anderson pivots, looking for a leg kick but Face is out of range and Anderson settles back down.
Face connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Face misses with a left hand
and Anderson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Donk. Face catches Anderson right on the button with a cross.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Face tries to move into range but Anderson moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#ROC#
Face is rocked!
Anderson tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Face is still on wobbly legs! Can Anderson finish him?#T2#
No joy there for Face, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
It looked like Anderson was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Face.
Face seems to have recovered his senses.
Face takes a kick to the side of the head.
Face throws a lazy uppercut
and Anderson counters with a crisp right that sends Face to the canvas! Anderson follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:16 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sparky Anderson!
Sparky Anderson was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

Event: CEFC Live 49
Date: Feb 28, 2018

#R1#
Anderson throws a leg kick which misses Brown's front leg but catches the back leg as Brown tries to avoid it.
Anderson shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Brown drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Anderson defends it well.
Brown fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Anderson avoids it really well and circles away.
Anderson stuffs the takedown.
Anderson tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Brown manages to circle out of the way.
Brown swings for the body but Anderson moves out of range. #TD#
Anderson closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Brown is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Brown manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Anderson works his way to full guard. Good work.
Brown trying to control but Anderson is working from the bottom.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Brown loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Anderson looking for a sweep. Not yet Anderson, not yet. #T1#
Anderson is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Brown stopping the sweep attempt from Anderson.
Anderson has his hands on Brown's head, controlling the position.
Brown throws an elbow that misses. Anderson uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Brown's guard. Nice move by Anderson!#REVR#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Anderson is fighting to break Brown's control of his arms but Brown is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Anderson controlling from the top position.
Anderson preventing the sweep.
Brown 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#
Brown is looking to take a break and control but Anderson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Brown working Anderson over with strikes.
Anderson is trying to stand up here but Brown is controlling him well.
Anderson is trying to get back to full guard.
Brown is trying to control the action in half guard but Anderson is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Brown working Anderson over with strikes. #T3#
Brown working over Anderson with some ground and pound. Anderson looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Anderson taking some punishment here, with Brown in his half guard.
Brown has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Anderson tries to kick Brown off but Brown keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Brown lands with a punch from half guard.
Brown thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Anderson's head.
Anderson pushes Brown off looking to stand but Brown dives back in and keeps control.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Anderson keeping control of the position.
Brown thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Anderson is trying to stand.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Brown controlling the action here.
Ground and pound from Brown. #T4#
Anderson pushes Brown off looking to stand but Brown dives back in and keeps control.
Brown trying to control the action but Anderson is working from the bottom.
Brown sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Anderson defending well though. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Brown uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Anderson.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Brown checks a leg kick.
Brown only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Anderson jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Brown.
Sparky Anderson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Brown.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Anderson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Brown moves away.
Brown is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Brown keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Anderson.#TD#
Anderson fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Brown to the ground. Anderson is now in Brown's guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sparky Anderson dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Brown ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Anderson with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Brown to score with a decent uppercut.
Anderson misses the shot to the body.
A nice side step and Brown releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Brown has a takedown stuffed.
Anderson looks to land a left hand but Brown moved out of range nicely.
Brown moves out of range as Anderson strikes.
Anderson misses with a straight left.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Brown shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Anderson is trying to stand. #T1#
Anderson wants to get back to full guard.
Brown working the head and body with strikes.
Brown scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Brown is thwarting Anderson's attempts to control the position.
John Brown has got the better of the ground game so far.
Anderson wants to get back to his feet.
Anderson tries to get to full guard but Brown has control of the leg.
Brown lands strikes from half guard.
Anderson is trying to stand.
Brown not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Anderson avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Brown. #T2#
Anderson is trying to stand back up but Brown is controlling him
Brown working over Anderson with some ground and pound. Anderson looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Anderson keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Brown trying to control from half guard but Anderson is working away.
Anderson keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Brown sitting and controlling from the half guard. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Sparky Anderson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Anderson moves out of range of the body kick from Brown.
Anderson lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Brown throws a sloppy head kick
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Brown shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Anderson but Anderson pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Anderson's jab looks to have found its range, popping Brown under the eye.#T3#
Anderson misses with a head kick.
Good work by Brown as he checks the leg kick.
Anderson wants to clinch up but Brown keeps it at a distance.
Brown wants to counter the offense by Anderson and move into the clinch position.#CL#
Brown gets tackled into the cage by Anderson. Anderson maintains the clinch. #BC#
Anderson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Anderson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Brown sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Brown is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Anderson with a body shot.
Anderson misses with a head kick.
Brown tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Anderson tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Brown scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Anderson walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Brown checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. #T4#
No joy there for Brown, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Anderson throws a leg kick but Brown sees it coming and moves out of range.
Anderson moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromBrown.
Brown takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Anderson misses with a low kick.
Anderson sets himself, and Brown steps forward looking for the clinch! Anderson avoids it this time.
Brown takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Anderson will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Anderson avoids the head kick by Brown.
Anderson swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Brown circles away from the clinch attempt.
Brown unleashes a big counter combination but Anderson bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Anderson is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Brown.
Anderson displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Brown.
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 Sparky Anderson will probably get the nod.
That's time! Anderson's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Anderson lands with a kick to the ribs.
Brown throws a head kick but Anderson moves out of range.
Anderson connects with an inside leg kick.
Anderson throws a big shot that misses.
Brown tries for a takedown but Anderson sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Anderson fires out a quick counter leg kick but Brown just manages to avoid it.
Brown fails with a takedown attempt.
Anderson appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anderson looks to land a left hand but Brown moved out of range nicely.
Brown throws a counter combo.
Brown misses with a head kick.
Anderson misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #T1#
Anderson lands with a thumping leg kick.
Anderson looks for the body kick but Brown saw that one coming.
Brown checks a leg kick.
Brown blocks a head kick by Anderson.
Brown throws a series of strikes that have Anderson backpedaling.
Anderson wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Brown avoids the body shot from Anderson.
Anderson swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Brown.#CUT#
It looks like John Brown has been cut.
Anderson misses with a head kick.
Anderson tried to score with a low kick but Brown checks it.#T2#
Brown darts in looking for a takedown but Anderson gets double underhooks and turns Brown into the cage.
Sparky Anderson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Brown.
Anderson ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Anderson takes a swing at Brown's ribcage but misses.
Brown wants to counter with a clinch but Anderson pushes him away.
John Brown is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Anderson throws out a loose jab but Brown uses good head movement to avoid it.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#CL#
Anderson forces Brown back against the cage and clinches.
Anderson taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Anderson is stalling here. #BC#
Anderson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Brown uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Anderson.#T3#
Anderson wants to slow Brown down by chopping away at his legs.
Brown throws a shot to the body.
Sparky Anderson is winning the standup battle so far.
Brown looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Brown ducks right into an uppercut from Anderson.
Anderson attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Brown is looking for the big counter here.
Sparky Anderson is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Anderson tries a head kick but it misses.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Anderson.
Brown takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Anderson thuds a left hand into Brown's body.
A jab from Anderson finds it's way through Brown's defenses. #T4#
A head kick misses from Brown.
Brown uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Anderson.
Despite the aggression on Brown's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Anderson scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Some wild striking there from Brown.
John Brown has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Anderson scores with a sloppy right hand. Brown should have avoided that one.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Brown throws a sloppy head kick and Anderson moves out of range easily.
Brown walks into a stiff left hand from Anderson.
Brown thuds his right hand into Anderson's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sparky Anderson showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Anderson, 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 Trevor Gratis scores the fight 29:28
Judge William Peck scores the fight 30:27
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 30:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sparky Anderson!
Sparky Anderson tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.
In defeat, John Brown stepped up to the mic, saying 'Sorry Fans I Lost, But I'll Comeback And Be Better Before'.

Event: CEFC 276
Date: Feb 10, 2018

#R1#
Verbeek chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Verbeek lands a really nice looking cross but Anderson seems unphased.
Anderson lands a slapping body shot.
Verbeek punishes Anderson's body with a nice straight punch.
Verbeek jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent. #TD#
Anderson closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Verbeek to the mat! Verbeek manages to get full guard.
Verbeek is adopting a defensive guard.
Verbeek keeping full guard, as Anderson tries to pass.
Verbeek can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Anderson controls the pace.
Anderson won't allow Verbeek to sweep him here. #T1#
Anderson postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Anderson won't allow Verbeek to sweep him here.
Anderson is stalling in the full guard.
Anderson trying to control but Verbeek is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Pat Verbeek seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Anderson takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
A slapping leg kick lands for Verbeek.
Anderson sizes up Verbeek with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Verbeek connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Anderson's hands.
Verbeek lands a jab.#T2#
Anderson scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Verbeek on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Anderson. Anderson obviously looking to wear him down.
Anderson drops his hands momentarily and Verbeek takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #ROC2#
Anderson is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Verbeek checks a leg kick.
Verbeek swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Oh Anderson is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Verbeek throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Anderson seems to have got his legs back now.
Anderson takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Verbeek keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Anderson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Verbeek moves away.#TD#
Anderson gets the takedown into side control.
Verbeek really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Anderson. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Verbeek dodges the ground and pound from Anderson.
Anderson working the ground and pound but Verbeek is defending the strikes.
Anderson tries to score with some ground and pound. Verbeek controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage. #T3#
Anderson is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Verbeek manages to get back to half guard.
Anderson seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Verbeek blocking the ground and pound attempt from Anderson. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Verbeek is trying to control but can't.
Anderson looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Verbeek with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Anderson seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Verbeek does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Verbeek is looking to improve his position. #SUB#
Anderson is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Verbeek still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Verbeek has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work!
Verbeek taking a breather here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Pat Verbeek will probably get the nod.
That's time! Anderson's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Anderson ducks under a wild hook from Verbeek.
Anderson sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Verbeek throws a low kick but Anderson moves out of range easily.
Pat Verbeek seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A big right from Verbeek misses.
Verbeek with a hook.
A left lands for Verbeek.
Verbeek has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Nice uppercut lands for Verbeek. That snapped Anderson's head back.
Nice uppercut lands for Verbeek. That snapped Anderson's head back.
Verbeek misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Verbeek throws a big shot that misses.
A quick step to the side and Anderson tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Verbeek catches Anderson with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Verbeek scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A nice leg kick lands there from Verbeek.
Anderson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Verbeek. #T1#
Anderson on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Anderson moves out of range of the strikes.
Anderson paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Verbeek thows a left - swing and a miss!
Anderson scores with a jab to the head.
Verbeek lands a nice looking body shot.
Verbeek scores with a body shot.
Anderson throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Anderson is looking to wear down Verbeek with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Verbeek tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Anderson was well out of range. Poor timing from Verbeek.
Verbeek throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Anderson sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Anderson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Anderson shoots in looking for a takedown. Verbeek tries to sprawl out of it but Anderson keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Verbeek manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.#T2#
A jab from Anderson misses. #CL#
Anderson drives through and clinches with Verbeek against the cage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Anderson goes for a takedown attempt but Verbeek pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Verbeek looks to score with a jab to the body but Anderson is just out of range.#CL2#
Verbeek has taken the fight to the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Verbeek fails to land.
Anderson is trying to stall.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Verbeek.
Verbeek can't find room to land a body shot as Anderson controls the action.
Verbeek stops a takedown attempt from Anderson.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sparky Anderson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Anderson lands with a right to the head.
Verbeek cracks Anderson with a nice body shot.
Anderson wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Verbeek has him pressed against the cage.#T3#
Anderson is trying to push Verbeek away but Verbeek has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Verbeek goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A frustrated look appears on Anderson's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Anderson goes for a takedown in the clinch but Verbeek prevents it.
Anderson wants to get back to striking at distance but Verbeek won't allow it.
Verbeek lands a body shot in the clinch.
Verbeek working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Verbeek lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A nice left hand lands by Verbeek.
Verbeek throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Andersons head.
Anderson stalling in the clinch but Verbeek improves position.
Anderson blocks an uppercut.
Anderson is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Verbeek fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short left from Verbeek. #T4#
Verbeek creates some distance for himself and unleashes a massive uppercut that sends Anderson's eyes rolling into the back of his head! Anderson drops to his knees and Verbeek pours it on with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:12 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Pat Verbeek!
Pat Verbeek is the new lightweight champion!
During a confident post fight interview, Pat Verbeek thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: CEFC 274
Date: Jan 28, 2018

#R1#
Tree Knee Dad throws a hook but Anderson avoids it easily.
Anderson works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Tree Knee Dad scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Tree Knee Dad fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Anderson checks it well.
Tree Knee Dad takes one on the button.
Tree Knee Dad misses with an uppercut.
Tree Knee Dad misses with a lunging right hand
and Anderson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tree Knee Dad uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Tree Knee Dad shoots for a double leg takedown but Anderson sprawls well. He's pushed Tree Knee Dad's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Tree Knee Dad fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Tree Knee Dad misses with an uppercut. Anderson saw that one coming.
Tree Knee Dad scores with the left hand. Anderson knows he should have avoided that one.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A head kick misses from Anderson.
Tree Knee Dad jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Tree Knee Dad slips under a jab from Anderson.
Anderson throws a body shot but no joy.
Tree Knee Dad displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Anderson throws out the jab. #T1#
Anderson scores with a jab to the head.
Anderson looks to land a right hand but Tree Knee Dad moved out of range.
Tree Knee Dad moves out of range of the leg kick from Anderson.
Anderson slips under a jab.
Venum Tree Knee Dad seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tree Knee Dad misses with a right hand
and Anderson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Anderson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Anderson is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Tree Knee Dad lands a lovely overhand right.
Anderson slips a straight right by Tree Knee Dad.
Tree Knee Dad throws a lazy right hand but Anderson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tree Knee Dad bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Anderson swings for the body but Tree Knee Dad moves out of range.
Nice defenses there by Tree Knee Dad.#TD#
Tree Knee Dad scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Anderson blocking the ground and pound attempt from Tree Knee Dad.
Tree Knee Dad stops Anderson from getting back to his feet.
Anderson keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #T2#
Tree Knee Dad thows a huge punch but Anderson dodges it nicely.
Tree Knee Dad is trying to control the action in half guard but Anderson is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Anderson blocking the ground and pound attempt from Tree Knee Dad.
Anderson is controlling Tree Knee Dad's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Tree Knee Dad wants to pass the guard but Anderson is defending well.
Anderson on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Tree Knee Dad trying to control from half guard but Anderson is working away.
Anderson wants to control but Tree Knee Dad is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Anderson looks like he's trying to stand up.
Anderson tries to roll over but Tree Knee Dad keeps him under control.#T3#
Tree Knee Dad passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Anderson!
Tree Knee Dad throwing shots from mount but they're not landing.
Tree Knee Dad misses with a series of strikes from mount. He'll no doubt be working on his ground and pound when he gets back to the gym. #SUB#
Tree Knee Dad goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Anderson turns into him and now he's in Tree Knee Dad's guard.
Anderson must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Anderson stays in close to Tree Knee Dad's body and controls the position. #SUB#
Tree Knee Dad has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Anderson 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 Tree Knee Dad.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tree Knee Dad is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T4#
Anderson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Tree Knee Dad keeps working.
Anderson might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Tree Knee Dad haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#SUB2#
Anderson has worked his way into a potential kimura here. Tree Knee Dad is trying to get out of the position but his squirming has just got him deeper into trouble. Anderson yanks on the arm and Tree Knee Dad is forced to tap due to a very painful looking submission! Nice work by Anderson.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Sparky Anderson!
Sparky Anderson is the new lightweight champion!
Sparky Anderson tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.
Venum Tree Knee Dad was interviewed post fight and said '@#%&$*&^#$%!#$^&%$#'.

Event: CEFC 273
Date: Jan 20, 2018

#R1#
Anderson on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Nazarethyan tries to clinch there but Anderson circles away.
Anderson throws a body shot but no joy.
Nazarethyan wants to clinch up but Anderson keeps it at a distance.
Nazarethyan looks to land a left hand but Anderson moved out of range nicely.
A jab from Anderson does it's job there.#CUT#
It looks like Suren Nazarethyan has been cut.
Anderson's jab looks to have found its range, popping Nazarethyan under the eye.
Anderson circles to his right before unloading a perfect head kick! Nazarethyan drops to the canvas, hurt badly! Anderson follows Nazarethyan to the ground and unloads with a series of strikes that force the referee to step in and end the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sparky Anderson!
Sparky Anderson decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.
Suren Nazarethyan spoke after the fight, saying 'I Will Come Back Stronger Than Before'.

Event: CEFC 271
Date: Jan 06, 2018

#R1#
Anderson swings widly with a right hand
and Anderson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Karter moves out of range as Anderson strikes.
Karter's jab looks to have found its range, popping Anderson under the eye.
Karter looks to land a left hand but Anderson moved out of range nicely.
Karter lands a slapping body shot.
Karter throws an off balance right hand
and Anderson counters with a stiff right hand.
Karter digs a good body shot into Anderson's ribs.
Anderson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Karter.
Anderson feints the counter takedown.
A looping hook to the body misses from Anderson. Karter does a little dance to reset his feet.
A telegraphed right hand from Anderson misses the target.
Karter is looking to counter with a body kick.
Karter throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Anderson counters with a nice uppercut.
Karter connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Anderson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Karter. #T1#
Karter scores with a nice strike.
Karter throws a hook to the side of Anderson's head but Anderson sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A jab from Karter finds it's way through Anderson's defenses. #ROC#
Anderson is rocked!
Anderson is aggressively charging in as Karter backs up avoiding any damage. Karter tosses out a jab and Anderson runs right into it face first! Anderson is out cold! Karter dropped down on all fours and is barking in Anderson's face like a pit bull in celebration until the ref was finally able to pull him away!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Chris Karter!
Post fight, Chris Karter took to the microphone: 'I piss excellence! Open your mouth Harris and drink my excellence. I want Brophy.'.

Event: CEFC 269
Date: Dec 23, 2017

#R1#
Fitzsimmons misses with an uppercut
and Anderson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
The fight stays on the outside here - Fitzsimmons looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
A little jabbing left from Anderson on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Anderson doesn't manage to clinch there - Fitzsimmons circles away.
Anderson missing with a left hand there. Fitzsimmons was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Fitzsimmons scores with a nice right hand.
Anderson uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Fitzsimmons.
Anderson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Fitzsimmons sees it coming and avoids it easily.#CL2#
Anderson takes the fight into the clinch.
Fitzsimmons tries to work over Anderson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Fitzsimmons definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fitzsimmons is pressed up against the cage. Anderson has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Fitzsimmons down to the mat. Fitzsimmons avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Fitzsimmons fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Fitzsimmons walks into a left hand.
Fitzsimmons keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab. #CL#
Fitzsimmons moves into the clinch successfully.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Fitzsimmons misses with a hook to the ribs. #T1#
Fitzsimmons working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Fitzsimmons lands a left hand that snaps the head of Anderson backwards.
Fitzsimmons tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Fitzsimmons has a couple of punches blocked by Anderson.
Anderson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Fitzsimmons goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Fitzsimmons throws a punch but it's blocked by Anderson.
Fitzsimmons lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Anderson blocking some punches. #BC2#
Anderson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Anderson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Fitzsimmons.
Anderson throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Anderson takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Fitzsimmons ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Anderson moves away.
Anderson appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Fitzsimmons misses with a leg kick #TD2#
and Anderson decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Fitzsimmons's guard.#ES#
Fitzsimmons is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Anderson presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Anderson blocks a punch to the side of the head. #BC2#
Anderson breaks from the clinch. #CL#
Fitzsimmons clinches up against the cage.
Fitzsimmons misses with a punch to the body.
Fitzsimmons lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Anderson is stalling here.
Anderson struggles to land a body shot inside as Fitzsimmons controls his hands.
Anderson goes for a takedown in the clinch but Fitzsimmons prevents it.
Anderson is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Anderson prevents a body shot from Fitzsimmons.
Anderson is working for takedown but Fitzsimmons is calmly controlling the position for now.
Jim Fitzsimmons has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sparky Anderson.
Anderson is trying to break the clinch but Fitzsimmons is controlling him.
Anderson takes a shot to the head. #T3#
Fitzsimmons misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Fitzsimmons.
Fitzsimmons misses with the head strike.
Anderson blocks an uppercut.
Anderson wants to take the fight to the mat but Fitzsimmons manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Fitzsimmons swings wildly with an uppercut but Anderson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fitzsimmons lands with a short shot to the head.
Fitzsimmons misses with a punch on the inside.
Fitzsimmons misses with a hook from the clinch.
Fitzsimmons misses with a punch on the inside. #BC2#
Anderson breaks from the clinch.
Anderson scores with a jab to the head.
Anderson scores with a head kick. #CL#
Fitzsimmons clinches.
Fitzsimmons tries a body shot but Anderson blocks it. #T4#
Fitzsimmons misses with a punch to the body.
Anderson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Fitzsimmons pushes Anderson back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#BC2#
Anderson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
The fight stays on the outside here - Fitzsimmons looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Fitzsimmons tries a low kick but Anderson avoids it.
Anderson looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Fitzsimmons lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Jim Fitzsimmons seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fitzsimmons misses with a hook. Anderson ducked under it nicely.
Anderson tries a head kick but it misses.
A big right from Anderson misses.
Anderson connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Fitzsimmons works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Fitzsimmons tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Anderson paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Fitzsimmons misses with a looping left.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jim Fitzsimmons dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Fitzsimmons avoids the head kick by Anderson.
A little feinted left hand from Fitzsimmons on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Fitzsimmons tries a head kick but it misses.
A nice inside leg kick there by Fitzsimmons. That's going to slow Anderson down.
Anderson takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Anderson throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Fitzsimmons tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Anderson paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Fitzsimmons connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Anderson's hands.
Fitzsimmons jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Anderson throws a head kick that misses.
Anderson feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Fitzsimmons's calf.
Sparky Anderson seems to be getting the better of the standup.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fitzsimmons fails in his attempt to clinch.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Anderson! But no joy.
Fitzsimmons throws a jab but it's blocked by Anderson.
A telegraphed right hand from Fitzsimmons misses the target.
Fitzsimmons lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Fitzsimmons fails with an attempt to clinch. #T1#
Fitzsimmons swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Anderson uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Fitzsimmons.
Fitzsimmons lands a high kick!
A leg kick checked by Anderson.
Fitzsimmons uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Anderson.
Fitzsimmons throws a body punch but Anderson moves out of range.
Anderson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Fitzsimmons throws a nice outside leg kick.
Anderson might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.#CL#
Anderson gets tackled into the cage by Fitzsimmons. Fitzsimmons maintains the clinch.
Fitzsimmons misses with the head strike. #BC2#
Anderson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Fitzsimmons throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Anderson stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Fitzsimmons jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Anderson thuds a left hand into Fitzsimmons's body.
Fitzsimmons misses with a series of wild punches. #T2#
Fitzsimmons feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Anderson's calf.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Anderson tries to clinch up.
Anderson throws a leg kick
and Fitzsimmons counters with a stiff right hand.
Anderson scores with a crisp jab that stopped Fitzsimmons in his tracks. #CL#
Fitzsimmons closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC2#
Anderson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Anderson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Fitzsimmons was well out of range. Poor timing from Anderson.
Anderson avoids the body shot from Fitzsimmons.
Fitzsimmons tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Anderson paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Fitzsimmons takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Anderson misses with a low kick.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Fitzsimmons slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Fitzsimmons lands a leg kick that knocks Anderson off balance momentarily.#T3#
Anderson finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Anderson missing with a left hand there. Fitzsimmons was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Fitzsimmons bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#CL#
Fitzsimmons moves into the clinch.#BC2#
Anderson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Fitzsimmons uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Anderson.
Anderson misses with a head kick.
Fitzsimmons throws a leg kick that is checked
and Anderson counters with a straight right hand.
Anderson moves away from the strike by Fitzsimmons.
Anderson keeps the fight on the outside.
Anderson takes one to the side of the head.
Fitzsimmons uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Anderson.
Anderson bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Fitzsimmons is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Anderson can do to turn this around?
Anderson bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Fitzsimmons's head.#T4#
Anderson just misses with a punch to the body.
Fitzsimmons sizes up Anderson with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Fitzsimmons lands a nice looking body shot. #CL#
Fitzsimmons rushes Anderson and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Fitzsimmons can't find room to land a body shot as Anderson controls the action.
Fitzsimmons gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Anderson.
Fitzsimmons misses with the head strike. #TD2#
Anderson has picked Fitzsimmons up - he's going for a ride! Anderson dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.#ES#
Fitzsimmons manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Anderson looks to score with a jab to the body but Fitzsimmons is just out of range.
Fitzsimmons swings widly with a right hand
and Anderson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Anderson feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Fitzsimmons's calf.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jim Fitzsimmons dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R3#
Fitzsimmons works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Fitzsimmons is looking to clinch but Anderson is avoiding it.
Anderson feints the counter takedown.
Anderson moves out of range as Fitzsimmons strikes.
Fitzsimmons lands a nice hook to Anderson's body. Anderson takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Fitzsimmons tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Anderson paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Fitzsimmons looks to score with a jab to the body but Anderson is just out of range.
Anderson looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Fitzsimmons rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Anderson counters with a stiff right hand.
Fitzsimmons takes a jab right on the kisser.
Fitzsimmons with a hook.
Fitzsimmons moves in looking to clinch but Anderson pushes him off.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anderson fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Fitzsimmons has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Anderson tries to clinch but Fitzsimmons moves out of range.
Fitzsimmons tries to clinch up but Anderson circles away and keeps his distance.
Anderson takes one to the side of the head.
Fitzsimmons is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight. #T1#
Fitzsimmons scoring well with a low kick there.
Anderson takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Fitzsimmons ducks under a wild hook from Anderson.#CL#
Fitzsimmons moves into the clinch successfully.
Anderson is looking for a takedown.
Anderson is looking to take this one to the mat.
Fitzsimmons lands a hook that snaps the head of Anderson backwards.
Fitzsimmons working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Fitzsimmons blocks a body shot from Anderson.
Anderson looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Anderson.
Fitzsimmons misses with the head strike.
Anderson wants a takedown but no success here.
Jim Fitzsimmons has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sparky Anderson.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Fitzsimmons creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Fitzsimmons lands an uppercut.#T2#
Fitzsimmons is defending well against a takedown attempt.#TD2#
Anderson has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Fitzsimmons regains guard immediately.
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!
Fitzsimmons wants to stand up but Anderson is controlling him.
Anderson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Fitzsimmons is keeping the position for now. #ES#
Fitzsimmons kicks Anderson off and gets to his feet.
Fitzsimmons checks a low kick from Anderson.
As Anderson tries to get set, Fitzsimmons tries to push him back and clinch up but Anderson manages to avoid the attempt.
Anderson looks to land a right hand but Fitzsimmons moved out of range.
Fitzsimmons rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Anderson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T3#
Anderson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Fitzsimmons moves away.
Jim Fitzsimmons is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Fitzsimmons fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Anderson with a lazy takedown attempt
and Fitzsimmons counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Anderson thinking.
Fitzsimmons finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Anderson takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
A shot to the liver by Fitzsimmons. Beautiful body shot.
Anderson takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Anderson shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Fitzsimmons throws an off balance right hand
and Anderson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CL#
Fitzsimmons gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Fitzsimmons tries to work over Anderson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Anderson has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Fitzsimmons avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Anderson taking a breather.
Anderson is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Fitzsimmons pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Fitzsimmons prevents a body shot from Anderson. #T4##BC2#
Anderson manages to break the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Anderson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Fitzsimmons cracks Anderson with a right hand to the side of the head.
Fitzsimmons is looking to slow Anderson down with leg kicks.
Fitzsimmons jabs at Anderson's body.
Fitzsimmons pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Anderson with the counter takedown but Fitzsimmons avoids it easily.
Fitzsimmons fails with an attempt to clinch.
Fitzsimmons tries to clinch but Anderson moves out of range.
Fitzsimmons is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Anderson.
Fitzsimmons connects with a good right hand that stumbles Anderson. Anderson circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#CL2#
Anderson closes the distance and pushes Fitzsimmons back into the cage.
Anderson blocks an uppercut.
Anderson is trying to drag Fitzsimmons to the mat but Fitzsimmons just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Fitzsimmons lands a right hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jim Fitzsimmons clearly takes that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R4#
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Fitzsimmons.
Fitzsimmons takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Anderson scores with a punch to the head.
Fitzsimmons fails in his attempt to clinch.
Fitzsimmons jabs at Anderson's body.
Fitzsimmons shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Anderson eats them both and turns towards Fitzsimmons to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Decent striking displayed by Fitzsimmons there.
Fitzsimmons wants to clinch.
Anderson looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fitzsimmons slips a jab from Anderson.
A jab lands there for Anderson.
Anderson takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Fitzsimmons scores with a jab to the jaw.#T1#
Fitzsimmons wants to land a leg kick but Anderson is out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Anderson! But no joy.
Anderson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Fitzsimmons throws out the jab.
Fitzsimmons misses with a leg kick
and Anderson counters with a straight right hand.
Anderson doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Fitzsimmons fails with an attempt to clinch.
A nice inside leg kick there by Anderson. That's going to slow Fitzsimmons down.
Anderson keeps Fitzsimmons at a distance using the push kick.
Anderson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Fitzsimmons.
Anderson misses with a straight right.
Anderson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Fitzsimmons.
Fitzsimmons throws a big shot that misses.
Fitzsimmons tries to clinch but Anderson moves away
and Anderson counters with a stiff right hand.
Anderson throws a leg kick but Fitzsimmons checks it. #T2#
Fitzsimmons tries a low kick but Anderson avoids it.
Fitzsimmons lands an overhand right.
Anderson throws an overhand right that lands on Fitzsimmons's shoulder, as Fitzsimmons tries to avoid the shot.
Anderson has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Fitzsimmons fails with an attempt to clinch.
It seemed like Anderson was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#CL#
Anderson gets tackled into the cage by Fitzsimmons. Fitzsimmons maintains the clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Fitzsimmons tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Anderson goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Fitzsimmons misses with a hook to the ribs.
Anderson'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.
Fitzsimmons misses with a hook to the ribs.
Anderson wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Fitzsimmons misses with a punch to the body.
Fitzsimmons misses with a short punch on the inside. #T3#
Fitzsimmons lands a hook that snaps the head of Anderson backwards.
Fitzsimmons misses with a body punch.
Fitzsimmons is leaning against Anderson and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Anderson tries to stall but Fitzsimmons uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Fitzsimmons lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Anderson's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.#TD2#
Anderson turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Anderson manages to end up in side control.
Anderson tries to score with some ground and pound. Fitzsimmons controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage. #SUB2#
Anderson tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Anderson has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Anderson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Fitzsimmons keeps working.
Fitzsimmons is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Anderson asserts his dominance and retains side control.#T4#
Anderson is looking to take a break and control but Fitzsimmons is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Anderson is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#ES#
Fitzsimmons bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Jim Fitzsimmons will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R5#
Fitzsimmons tries to close the distance and clinch but Anderson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Fitzsimmons tries to clinch up.
Fitzsimmons misses with a looping right.
Fitzsimmons throws a body shot but no joy.
Anderson works the jab nicely.
Fitzsimmons bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Fitzsimmons is looking to clinch but Anderson is avoiding it.
Anderson flicks out a counter leg kick but Fitzsimmons steps away.
Fitzsimmons pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A little jabbing left from Anderson on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Anderson throws a shot from downtown. Fitzsimmons moves away and avoids it.
Anderson connects with a solid leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fitzsimmons takes one to the side of the head.
Fitzsimmons takes a swing at Anderson's ribcage but misses.
Fitzsimmons pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Anderson with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row. #T1#
Fitzsimmons swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Fitzsimmons tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Anderson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Anderson misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Fitzsimmons lands a right hook to the body.
Anderson thumps Fitzsimmons with a low kick.
Fitzsimmons scores with a hook.
Anderson throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Anderson missing with a left hand there. Fitzsimmons was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Anderson throws a leg kick but Fitzsimmons sees it coming and moves out of range.
Fitzsimmons stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Anderson 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.
Anderson just misses with a punch to the body.
Sparky Anderson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Anderson looks to score with a jab to the body but Fitzsimmons is just out of range.
Fitzsimmons throws a series of strikes that have Anderson backpedaling.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Anderson takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Fitzsimmons connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Anderson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Fitzsimmons.
Fitzsimmons swings for the body but Anderson moves out of range.
The fighters circling - Fitzsimmons throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Fitzsimmons keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Fitzsimmons throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Fitzsimmons takes one on the chin but keeps coming. #CUT2#
It looks like Jim Fitzsimmons has been cut.
Fitzsimmons with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Fitzsimmons tries to clinch up but Anderson circles away and keeps his distance.
Fitzsimmons cracks Anderson with an open hand slap.#T3#
Fitzsimmons rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Anderson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Anderson bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Fitzsimmons's head.
Fitzsimmons connects with a high kick.
Fitzsimmons tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Anderson paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Anderson appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Anderson fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Fitzsimmons on the side of the head.#CL#
Fitzsimmons drives through and clinches with Anderson against the cage.
Fitzsimmons misses with a punch on the inside.
Jim Fitzsimmons is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Anderson is looking to break free of the clinch but Fitzsimmons has double underhooks.
Anderson is trying to force a seperation but Fitzsimmons has the dominant position.
Anderson lands with a short shot to the head. #T4#
Fitzsimmons lands a left hand that snaps the head of Anderson backwards.
Fitzsimmons misses with a punch on the inside.
Anderson tries to work over Fitzsimmons's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Anderson tries to work over Fitzsimmons's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Fitzsimmons throws a punch but it's blocked by Anderson. #BC2#
Anderson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Fitzsimmons fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#CL#
Fitzsimmons pushes Anderson up against the cage in a clinch.
Anderson wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Fitzsimmons has him pressed against the cage.
Anderson swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Anderson tries a body shot but Fitzsimmons blocks it.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Jim Fitzsimmons.
Well Fitzsimmons has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 50:45
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 50:45
Judge William Peck scores the fight 50:45

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jim Fitzsimmons!
Jim Fitzsimmons retains his middleweight title!
Jim Fitzsimmons decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: CEFC 267
Date: Dec 09, 2017

#R1#
A good leg kick by Anderson.
Tupolski throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Tupolski tries to close the distance and clinch up but Anderson swats him away and circles back towards the center. #CL2#
Anderson has managed to clinch.
Tupolski is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Tupolski tries to throw a body punch but Anderson avoids it by throwing Tupolski back against the cage.
Tupolski tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tupolski lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Tupolski connects with a nasty looking knee right to Anderson's face. #BC#
Tupolski's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Anderson misses with a hook. Tupolski ducked under it nicely.
Tupolski scores with a nice body kick.
Anderson takes one on the button.
Katurian Tupolski seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tupolski misses with an uppercut. Anderson saw that one coming.
Anderson wants to clinch up but Tupolski keeps it at a distance.
Tupolski throws a shot from downtown. Anderson moves away and avoids it.
Anderson doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tupolski goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Anderson looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Tupolski looks to land a body kick but Anderson moved away.
Anderson takes a swing at Tupolski's ribcage but misses. #T1#
Tupolski scores with a nice right hand.
Katurian Tupolski is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tupolski drops his hands momentarily and Anderson takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Tupolski pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tupolski connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Tupolski looks to score with a jab to the body but Anderson is just out of range.
Tupolski tries to clinch there but Anderson circles away.
Anderson tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Anderson throws out a powerful jab.
Anderson stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Tupolski.
Tupolski lands a nice looking kick to the body. Anderson takes a step back to recover.
Anderson throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Anderson.
Tupolski misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Anderson. #CL#
Tupolski closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Tupolski holding his opponent close, against the cage. #BC#
Tupolski manages to break the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tupolski misses with an uppercut
and Anderson counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Anderson fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#T2#
Tupolski scores with a nice strike.
Tupolski tries to close the distance and clinch but Anderson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Tupolski looks to land a left hand but Anderson moved out of range nicely.
A solid leg kick lands there for Anderson.
Tupolski looks to land a right hand but Anderson moved out of range.
Tupolski comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Tupolski misses the shot to the body.
A head kick from Anderson lands but Tupolski takes it in his stride.
Anderson pivots, looking for a leg kick but Tupolski is out of range and Anderson settles back down.
Tupolski swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Anderson avoids the body shot from Tupolski.
And Anderson tries to counter it with a takedown but Tupolski pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Tupolski fails in his attempt to clinch.
Anderson changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Anderson punishes Tupolski's body with a nice straight punch.
Tupolski misses the shot to the body.
Anderson throws a sloppy head kick and Tupolski moves out of range easily. #T3#
Anderson moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Anderson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Tupolski throws a nice inside leg kick.
Tupolski looks to land a right hand but Anderson moved out of range.
Anderson throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Tupolski on the side of the head.
Tupolski chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Tupolski throws an overhand right that lands on Anderson's shoulder, as Anderson tries to avoid the shot.
Tupolski lands a slapping body shot.
Anderson takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
A big left from Anderson misses.
A chopping leg kick lands by Anderson. #CL2#
Anderson moves into the clinch.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Anderson managing to block the knees to the body from Tupolski.
Anderson has Tupolski pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Tupolski manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #BC2#
Anderson breaks from the clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Anderson lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tupolski at a distance. #T4#
Tupolski throws a body shot but no joy.
Tupolski throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
letting Anderson counter with a right hand.
Tupolski takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Tupolski tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Anderson was well out of range. Poor timing from Tupolski.
A chopping leg kick lands by Tupolski.
Tupolski tries to land a front kick but Anderson steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Tupolski connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Tupolski misses the shot to the body.
Tupolski misses with a looping left.
Tupolski shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Tupolski is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Anderson.
Tupolski shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tupolski looking to land some kicks to the body here. #CL2#
Anderson fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Tupolski, pushing him back against the cage.
Anderson stalling in the clinch.
Tupolski trying to control the position but instead, Anderson has worked for underhooks and has pushed Tupolski into the cage.
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 Katurian Tupolski will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2##CL2#
Anderson instigates a clinch.
Anderson is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Anderson doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tupolski dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Anderson managing to block the knees to the body from Tupolski.
Tupolski has had enough of the clinch but Anderson keeps him there for the moment.
Anderson stalling in the clinch but Tupolski improves position. #TD2#
Anderson lands a takedown into guard.
Anderson looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anderson throws a strike but Tupolski rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR##T1#
Tupolski preventing the sweep.
Tupolski prevents Anderson from getting back to his feet. #ES2#
Anderson manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Anderson lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
A jab from Tupolski misses.
Tupolski throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Tupolski scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Anderson misses with a body shot.
Tupolski swats away the attempt to clinch by Anderson.
Tupolski throws out a powerful jab.#T2##TD2#
Tupolski gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Anderson wants to control from the top but Tupolski keeps moving.
Anderson content to stall in guard here.
Anderson is continuing to stall.#T3#
Anderson trying to control the position from guard on top but Tupolski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tupolski is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Anderson is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
A big left from Anderson misses.
Tupolski appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Tupolski scores with a jab to the jaw.
A jab from Anderson misses.
The fighters circling - Tupolski throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tupolski ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Anderson moves away.
Anderson checks a leg kick.
Tupolski tries to land a body kick#TD2#
and Anderson counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Anderson trying to control the action but Tupolski is working from the bottom.
Anderson not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Anderson throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Tupolski is not content to let Anderson control the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sparky Anderson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Tupolski's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Anderson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tupolski avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Anderson throws a body punch but Tupolski moves out of range.
Tupolski throwing a counter right hand but Anderson manages to avoid it.
Anderson takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Tupolski looks for the body kick but Anderson saw that one coming.
Anderson tries to counter with a clinch but Tupolski shakes him off and moves away.
Tupolski lands a jab.
Tupolski misses with a kick to the body
and Anderson makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Tupolski takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Anderson has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Anderson avoids a kick to the body.
Anderson takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Tupolski avoids the body shot from Anderson.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tupolski misses with a jab to the body
and Tupolski takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Tupolski swings for the body but Anderson moves out of range.
Tupolski throws a half hearted mid kick.
Anderson tries to work over Tupolski's front leg with a kick but Tupolski checks it.
Anderson's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
A left lands for Anderson.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Anderson takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#T1#
Anderson tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Tupolski connects with a high kick.
Tupolski on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Anderson ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tupolski goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Anderson has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Tupolski finds it's way round the side to connect with Anderson's head.
Katurian Tupolski is winning the standup battle so far.
Tupolski swats away the attempt to clinch by Anderson.
Tupolski throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tupolski fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
A bone on bone clash there as Anderson blocks the leg kick.
Tupolski feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Andersons jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Tupolski is looking to score with low kicks.
Tupolski takes a swing at Anderson's ribcage but misses.
Nice body kick from Tupolski.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD2#
Anderson scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #ES#
Tupolski manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Anderson works Tupolski's body with a nice hook.
Tupolski throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Anderson avoids the body shot from Tupolski.
Nice body punch from Anderson.
Tupolski rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Anderson counters with a stiff right hand.
Tupolski cracks Anderson with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Tupolski takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Tupolski.
Anderson checks the leg kick nicely there.
Tupolski wants to slow Anderson down by chopping away at his legs.
A telegraphed right hand from Anderson misses the target.
Tupolski doesn't manage to clinch there - Anderson circles away.
Tupolski takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#T3#
A jab from Tupolski misses.
Tupolski takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Tupolski swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tupolski lands with a thumping leg kick.
Tupolski throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Good standup being displayed there by Anderson as he connects with a hook.
Anderson uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tupolski.
Anderson looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Tupolski throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Anderson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Tupolski takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Tupolski scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Anderson walks into a stiff left hand from Tupolski.
Tupolski pivots, looking for a leg kick but Anderson is out of range and Tupolski settles back down.
Anderson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tupolski moves away.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tupolski throws a lazy uppercut
and Anderson counters with an outside leg kick.
Anderson tries a head kick but it misses. #T4#
Anderson throws a shot from downtown. Tupolski moves away and avoids it.
Tupolski looks for the body kick but Anderson saw that one coming.
Anderson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tupolski manages to avoid it.
Tupolski doesn't manage to clinch there - Anderson circles away.
Anderson will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Tupolski misses with a shot to the body
and Tupolski takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Tupolski misses with an uppercut
and Anderson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Anderson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tupolski.
Anderson misses the shot to the body.
Anderson uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tupolski.
Tupolski fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Anderson has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Decent striking displayed by Anderson there.
Tupolski swings for the body but Anderson moves out of range.
Tupolski misses with a kick to the body.
Tupolski misses with a low kick as Anderson jumps back.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Katurian Tupolski.
I think Tupolski 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 Alec Ball scores the fight 28:29
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 27:30
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 29:29

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Sparky Anderson!
Sparky Anderson 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.
Katurian Tupolski was interviewed post fight and said 'Fighting is a tough business. All the props to my opponent - he was better tonight. I will be back stronger.'.

Event: CEFC 266
Date: Dec 02, 2017

#R1#
Anderson uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ekaku Jr.
Ekaku Jr swings for the body but Anderson moves out of range.
A jab from Ekaku Jr misses.
Ekaku Jr looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Anderson tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Anderson just misses with a punch to the body.
Ekaku Jr throws a leg kick that is checked
and Anderson counters with a leg kick.
Ekaku Jr misses with a hook
and Anderson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ekaku Jr misses with a lunging right hand
and Anderson counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Ekaku Jr motions for Anderson to come forward. Ekaku Jr throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. #CL2#
Anderson fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Ekaku Jr, pushing him back against the cage.
Anderson leaning his opponent against the cage.
Ekaku Jr misses with a short punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anderson blocks an uppercut.
Anderson has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Ekaku Jr avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Anderson manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Anderson tries for a takedown but Ekaku Jr manages to get underhooks. #T1#
Ekaku Jr misses with some punches.
A frustrated look appears on Anderson's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Ekaku Jr lands a left hand.
Ekaku Jr swings wildly with an uppercut but Anderson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Anderson has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Ekaku Jr working aggressively here. #TD2#
Anderson has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Ekaku Jr clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Ekaku Jr looking to control the position.
Anderson biding his time, looking for the opening.
Ekaku Jr trying to control the hands but Anderson breaks the grip. #T2##SUB2#
Ekaku Jr preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Anderson.
Ekaku Jr tries to roll but Anderson sticks to his back.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ekaku Jr trying to control the hands but Anderson breaks the grip.
I really don't envy Ekaku Jr right now.
Well, with Anderson on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Ekaku Jr is tapping out... Can he escape the position?
Anderson trying to control momentarily.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight. #T3##SUB2#
Anderson is persistently looking for the submission but Ekaku Jr is defending it well.
You can see the frustration on Ekaku Jr's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Anderson controls the action.
Ekaku Jr is trying to break free.
Anderson is looking to control Ekaku Jr but Ekaku Jr is wriggling around and keeping busy. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Ekaku Jr is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Ekaku Jr manages to reverse the position and now he's in Anderson's guard. Nice work there by Ekaku Jr.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#ES2#
Anderson pushes Ekaku Jr off and scrambles back to his feet.
Ekaku Jr tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Anderson was well out of range. Poor timing from Ekaku Jr.
Anderson takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Ekaku Jr throws a big shot that misses.
Anderson throws a shot from downtown. Ekaku Jr moves away and avoids it.
Anderson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Ekaku Jr throws a quick inside leg kick.
A head kick misses from Anderson.
Ekaku Jr is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Anderson.
Ekaku Jr keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Ekaku Jr throws a leg kick that is checked
and Anderson counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Ekaku Jr throws out a powerful jab.
Anderson throws a low kick but it's checked well by Ekaku Jr.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sparky Anderson dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Ekaku Jr misses with a hook.
Ekaku Jr scores with a jab.
Hakuin Ekaku Jr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ekaku Jr throws the left hand but Anderson avoids the punch easily.
Anderson tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Ekaku Jr on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Anderson defending well as Ekaku Jr loads up on a big left hand.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ekaku Jr. Anderson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ekaku Jr avoids the body shot from Anderson.
Anderson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ekaku Jr just misses with a punch to the body.
Nice defenses there by Ekaku Jr.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ekaku Jr throws a looping overhand right but Anderson ducks down to avoid it.
Anderson takes a swing at Ekaku Jr's ribcage but misses.
Anderson looks to land a right hand but Ekaku Jr moved out of range.
Anderson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Anderson throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ekaku Jr fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Ekaku Jr throws a combination that misses
and Anderson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T1##CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Ekaku Jr can't find room to land a body shot as Anderson controls the action.
A left hand lands to the body for Anderson.
Anderson tries to stall but Ekaku Jr uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Ekaku Jr throws a head punch that misses.
Ekaku Jr goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Anderson is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Ekaku Jr tries to throw a body punch but Anderson avoids it by throwing Ekaku Jr back against the cage. #BC2#
Anderson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Ekaku Jr throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ekaku Jr changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Anderson tries to avoid it but Ekaku Jr manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Anderson to the ground. Anderson escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Ekaku Jr jabs at Anderson's body.
Anderson on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Ekaku Jr. Ekaku Jr obviously looking to wear him down.
Ekaku Jr throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Anderson feints the counter takedown.
Ekaku Jr tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Anderson is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ekaku Jr. #T2#
Ekaku Jr wants to clinch up but Anderson keeps it at a distance.
Ekaku Jr wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Sparky Anderson seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Ekaku Jr punishes Anderson's body with a nice straight punch.
Anderson feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Ekaku Jrs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
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!
Anderson throws a low kick but Ekaku Jr moves out of range easily.
Ekaku Jr misses with a lunging right hand
and Anderson makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Ekaku Jr connects with a leg kick. Anderson looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Anderson looks to score with a jab to the body but Ekaku Jr is just out of range.
Anderson throws a head kick but Ekaku Jr moves out of range.
Ekaku Jr avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Anderson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ekaku Jr manages to avoid it.
Anderson misses the jab.
As Anderson tries to get set, Ekaku Jr tries to push him back and clinch up but Anderson manages to avoid the attempt.
Ekaku Jr is looking to clinch.
Ekaku Jr throws out a leg kick but Anderson moves out of range and Ekaku Jr only half commits.
Ekaku Jr misses with an uppercut. #T3#
Ekaku Jr throws a low kick, looking for Anderson's leg but Anderson calmly moves out of range. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Ekaku Jr.
Anderson working hard to break the clinch.
Ekaku Jr takes a shot to the head.
Ekaku Jr scores with a shoulder strike. #BC2#
Anderson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Ekaku Jr avoids the head kick by Anderson.
That kick from Ekaku Jr tenderised Anderson's leg. Anderson is trying to keep his angry face on.
Ekaku Jr takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Anderson looks for a takedown but Ekaku Jr sprawls well.
Ekaku Jr misses the jab.
Anderson dodges the punch combination from Ekaku Jr. #T4#
Ekaku Jr fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Anderson has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Ekaku Jr missing with a left hand there. Anderson was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Ekaku Jr just misses with a punch to the body.
A big right from Anderson misses.
Ekaku Jr tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Anderson manages to circle out of the way.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ekaku Jr keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ekaku Jr feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Anderson's calf.
Anderson cracks a nice hook into Ekaku Jr's ribs.#TD#
Ekaku Jr bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Ekaku Jr misses with the ground and pound.
Ekaku Jr working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
You can see the frustration on Anderson's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Anderson is pushing Ekaku Jr's head away, looking to escape. Ekaku Jr manages to hold on to the position though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ekaku Jr lands a nice forearm strike.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Hakuin Ekaku Jr dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R3#
Ekaku Jr throws a body shot but no joy.
Anderson swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Anderson throws a low kick, looking for Ekaku Jr's leg but Ekaku Jr calmly moves out of range.
Ekaku Jr avoids the body shot from Anderson.
Anderson throws a head kick but Ekaku Jr moves out of range.
Ekaku Jr connects with a body shot.
Ekaku Jr fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#CL#
Ekaku Jr has managed to clinch.
Hakuin Ekaku Jr has scored more points in the clinch so far.#BC2#
Anderson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Ekaku Jr takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Ekaku Jr cracks Anderson with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Anderson misses with a straight right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anderson needs to keep his hands up - Ekaku Jr had a free shot at his head there.
Anderson fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Ekaku Jr swats away the attempt to clinch by Anderson.
Ekaku Jr misses the body punch
enabling Anderson to counter with a crisp jab. #T1#
Anderson misses with a hook to the body #CL#
and Ekaku Jr holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Anderson is working for takedown but Ekaku Jr is calmly controlling the position for now.
Ekaku Jr tries a body shot but Anderson blocks it.
Ekaku Jr struggles to land a body shot inside as Anderson controls his hands.
Anderson drops down looking for an ankle pick but Ekaku Jr pulls his leg out and moves away.
Ekaku Jr fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Anderson.
Anderson throws a jab when Ekaku Jr was well out of range.
Ekaku Jr scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Ekaku Jr throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A solid body kick from Anderson.
Ekaku Jr wants to clinch up but Anderson keeps it at a distance.
Anderson looks to score with a jab to the body but Ekaku Jr is just out of range.
Anderson tries a head kick but it misses.
Good work by Ekaku Jr as he checks the leg kick.#T2#
Ekaku Jr misses with a straight left. #TD#
Anderson gets caught napping as Ekaku Jr dives in and scores a takedown. Anderson manages to retain guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ekaku Jr trying to control the position from guard on top but Anderson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Anderson wants to stand up but Ekaku Jr is controlling him.
Anderson utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Ekaku Jr won't allow Anderson to get back to his feet.
Anderson is adopting a defensive guard.
Ekaku Jr trying to control but Anderson is working from the bottom.
Ekaku Jr throws a strike but Anderson rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##T3#
Anderson wants to control from the top but Ekaku Jr keeps moving.
Anderson is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Anderson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ekaku Jr swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ekaku Jr is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Ekaku Jr is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Anderson 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.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Ekaku Jr lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Ekaku Jr fails in his attempt to clinch.
Nice cross by Ekaku Jr.
Anderson throws a body shot but no joy.
Anderson's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Anderson tries to move into range but Ekaku Jr moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Ekaku Jr ducks under a wild hook from Anderson.
Anderson throws a leg kick but Ekaku Jr sees it coming and moves out of range.
Anderson slips a jab from Ekaku Jr.
Ekaku Jr throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Anderson moves out of range of the leg kick from Ekaku Jr.
Ekaku Jr misses with a hook to the body
and Anderson counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Hakuin Ekaku Jr clearly takes that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R4#
Ekaku Jr thuds a left hand into Anderson's body.
Anderson throws a body punch but Ekaku Jr moves out of range.
Anderson throws a shot from downtown. Ekaku Jr moves away and avoids it.
Anderson misses with an uppercut.
Anderson slaps away a takedown attempt from Ekaku Jr, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Anderson flicks out a counter leg kick but Ekaku Jr steps away.
Ekaku Jr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Anderson throws the left hand but Ekaku Jr avoids the punch easily.
Ekaku Jr is looking to counter the offense by Anderson and move into the clinch.#CL#
Ekaku Jr rushes Anderson and presses him up against the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Ekaku Jr creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Anderson wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ekaku Jr digs a right hand into Anderson's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Anderson's gas tank.
Anderson wants to break free but Ekaku Jr has control. #TD2#
Anderson gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Ekaku Jr looking for a sweep. Not yet Ekaku Jr, not yet. #T1#
Ekaku Jr trying to control the position.
Ekaku Jr is pulling down on Anderson's head to control his posture.
Anderson passes into half guard.
Ekaku Jr is controlling Anderson's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Anderson trying to control from half guard but Ekaku Jr is working away.
Ekaku Jr is trying to maintain the position but Anderson is very close to passing his half guard.
Ekaku Jr wants to improve his position but Anderson is controlling well. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Anderson wants to control but Ekaku Jr is keeping him busy.
Anderson trying to pass the guard but Ekaku Jr defending well.
Ekaku Jr is pressing down on Anderson's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Ekaku Jr is pulling down on Anderson's head. It's preventing any offense from Anderson, at least for the moment.
Anderson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ekaku Jr being controlled here, momentarily.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Anderson trying to control the position from guard on top but Ekaku Jr is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T3##CL#
Ekaku Jr clinches up with Anderson and pushes him back against the cage.
Ekaku Jr misses with a hook from the clinch.
Anderson goes for a takedown in the clinch but Ekaku Jr prevents it.
Ekaku Jr swings wildly with an uppercut but Anderson uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC2#
Anderson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Ekaku Jr jabs Anderson right on the nose. Anderson blinks but takes it well.#TD2#
Anderson gets a takedown into half guard.
Ekaku Jr keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Anderson is working for a kimura but Ekaku Jr is defending it quite comfortably.
Ekaku Jr works his way to full guard. Good work.#T4#
Ekaku Jr avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Anderson wants to control from the top but Ekaku Jr keeps moving.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Ekaku Jr is on top in guard. #REVR#
Ekaku Jr trying to control but Anderson is working from the bottom.
Anderson is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Anderson is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Sparky Anderson will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Ekaku Jr's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R5#
Anderson checks a low kick from Ekaku Jr.
Ekaku Jr moves in looking to clinch but Anderson pushes him off.
A combination from Ekaku Jr does no damage.
Anderson looks like he wants to counter punch here.
A combination from Ekaku Jr does no damage. #CL#
Ekaku Jr gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC2#
Anderson manages to break the clinch.
Anderson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ekaku Jr was well out of range. Poor timing from Anderson.
Anderson defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Ekaku Jr.
Ekaku Jr connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Anderson's hands.
Ekaku Jr fails in his attempt to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ekaku Jr slips a straight right by Anderson.
Anderson circles away from the clinch attempt.
Ekaku Jr tries to score with a low kick but Anderson moves his leg out of the way.
Anderson takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Anderson takes one on the button.#T1#
Ekaku Jr steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Anderson.
Anderson thuds his shin into the meat of Ekaku Jr's side.
Ekaku Jr wants to clinch up but Anderson keeps it at a distance.
Ekaku Jr connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Ekaku Jr finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Ekaku Jr lands with a shot to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Ekaku Jr misses the target.
Anderson misses with a body shot.
Ekaku Jr tries a low kick but Anderson avoids it.
Anderson looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Anderson takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Ekaku Jr throws a shot to the body.
Ekaku Jr misses with a wild body shot.
Anderson ducks under a wild hook from Ekaku Jr.
Ekaku Jr loads up on a big right hand but Anderson slips the punch.
A swing and a miss from Anderson.#T2#
A lazy left from Anderson finds it's target.
Ekaku Jr avoids the head kick by Anderson.
Ekaku Jr lands a nice looking body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Anderson thows a left - swing and a miss!
Donk. Ekaku Jr catches Anderson right on the button with a cross.
Anderson circles away from the clinch attempt.
Anderson misses with a takedown #CL#
and Ekaku Jr holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. #BC2#
Anderson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#TD#
Ekaku Jr drives through with a takedown into Anderson's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Ekaku Jr is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Anderson is controlling Ekaku Jr's posture.
Sparky Anderson has got the better of the ground game so far.#T3#
Ekaku Jr landing with the ground and pound.
Ekaku Jr passes Anderson's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Anderson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Ekaku Jr thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Anderson's head.
Anderson moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Ekaku Jr lands a couple of elbows.
Ekaku Jr trying to control but Anderson is working from the bottom.
Ekaku Jr prevents Anderson from getting back to his feet. #T4#
Anderson 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#
Ekaku Jr wants to improve his position but Anderson is controlling well.
Ekaku Jr is controlling Anderson's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Anderson trying to control the action but Ekaku Jr is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Anderson is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Ekaku Jr has managed to free his arm - good work.
Anderson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ekaku Jr keeps working.

And that's the end of the fight!
Hakuin Ekaku Jr showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Ekaku Jr 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 48:47
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 48:47
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 49:47

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Hakuin Ekaku Jr!
Hakuin Ekaku Jr retains his welterweight title!
Post fight, Hakuin Ekaku Jr took to the microphone: 'Thank you to my inspiration, my father, THE GREATEST EVER Hakuin "Zen" Ekaku.'.

Event: CEFC 185 tourney Final
Date: Nov 23, 2017

#R1#
Anderson cracks Griffiths with an open hand slap.
Anderson throws a leg kick but Griffiths moved away.
Anderson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Griffiths is looking to counter punch.
Griffiths just misses with a punch to the body.
Anderson circles away from the clinch attempt
and Anderson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Anderson throws a right hand that misses
and Griffiths counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Anderson dips to his left and cracks Griffiths with an uppercut!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anderson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Griffiths tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Anderson paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Sparky Anderson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Anderson looks to throw the jab but Griffiths is out of range.
Griffiths attempts a counter takedown but Anderson avoids it well and moves away.
Griffiths scores with a shot to the body. #T1#
Griffiths lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Anderson at a distance.
Anderson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Griffiths moves away.
Anderson misses with a head kick.
Griffiths throws a quick counter head kick but Anderson was just out of range.
Griffiths finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Anderson misses with a shot to the body
and Griffiths counters with a left to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Anderson. Griffiths does a little dance to reset his feet.
Griffiths takes a jab right on the kisser.
Anderson chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Griffiths can pounce on him.
Anderson misses with a jab to the body
and Griffiths counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Anderson uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Griffiths.
Anderson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Griffiths was well out of range. Poor timing from Anderson.#T2#
Anderson slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Griffiths ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#TD#
Griffiths feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB#
Griffiths drops back, looking for a kneebar! Anderson looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Anderson looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Anderson! #REVB#
Griffiths is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Anderson off and has taken his back!#SUB#
Griffiths is looking for the choke from the back position but Anderson is controlling his hands well. #SUB#
Griffiths is looking for the choke from the back position but Anderson is controlling his hands well. #SUB#
Griffiths is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Anderson has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Anderson tries to break free. #T3##SUB#
Griffiths is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Anderson has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #SUB#
Anderson fending off the submission attempt from Griffiths.
Anderson tries to escape but Griffiths has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
The referee is taking a good look at Anderson as he is on the wrong end of some big shots from Griffiths! #SUB#
Griffiths is persistently looking for the submission but Anderson is defending it well.
Anderson is really stuck here. #T4##SUB#
Anderson defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Anderson trying to control the action but Griffiths just sinks the hooks in.
Anderson rolls, trying to escape but Griffiths keeps control of the position.
Griffiths looking to hold on to the position here but Anderson rolls and ends up regaining guard.
Anderson can't keep his opponent in guard - Griffiths advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Griffiths scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Griffiths moves into full mount! Anderson won't be happy about that!
Griffiths trying to control but he's not successful this time.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Stephen Griffiths dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Anderson stuns Griffiths with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Anderson lands a right hook to the body.
Anderson misses the body punch
and Griffiths counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Griffiths scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Anderson scores with a sloppy right hand. Griffiths should have avoided that one.
Anderson thows a leg kick but Griffiths checks it
and Griffiths counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Griffiths throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Anderson counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Griffiths!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Griffiths tries to improve position but can't.
Griffiths is trying to control Anderson's posture but Anderson avoids it.
Anderson trying to control the action but Griffiths is working from the bottom. #T1#
You can see the frustration on Griffiths's face as Anderson controls the position.
Griffiths is looking to regain half guard here but Anderson keeps moving and retains side control.
You can see the frustration on Griffiths's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Griffiths sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Anderson in particular looking to stall.
Stephen Griffiths overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Griffiths is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Anderson pulls his head out easily.
Griffiths is looking for a sweep. Anderson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Well, if Anderson is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait. #SUB#
Griffiths looking for submissions off his back.
Anderson slips a nice elbow through Griffiths's hands, connecting with Griffiths's forehead.#SUB2#
Anderson is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Griffiths sees it coming and defends easily.
Anderson prevents Griffiths from improving his position.
Anderson drops an elbow to the side of Griffiths's head.
Anderson trying to control the pace.
Griffiths wants to improve his position but Anderson is controlling well. #T3##SUB#
Griffiths looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Griffiths is trying to maintain the position but Anderson is very close to passing his half guard.
Anderson content to control rather than advance.
Griffiths manages to get to full guard. #SUB#
Griffiths isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Anderson stacks Griffiths 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 Anderson!
Griffiths is not content to let Anderson control the position. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Griffiths tries to improve position but can't.
Griffiths sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Anderson looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Anderson keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#SUB#
Griffiths looking for a kimura from the bottom but Anderson passes into side control!
Griffiths tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Anderson wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Griffiths is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Anderson connects with a nice short shot to Griffiths's temple.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sparky Anderson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Griffiths ducks under a wild hook from Anderson.
Anderson connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Anderson throws a leg kick #TD#
and Griffiths counters with a single leg into guard. Anderson didn't expect that.
Griffiths won't allow Anderson to get back to his feet.
Anderson keeping moving, preventing Griffiths from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Griffiths drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Anderson manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Griffiths has Anderson in his guard.#REVB##SUB#
Griffiths looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anderson trying to control the position from guard on top but Griffiths is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Anderson wants to pass the guard but Griffiths is keeping the position.#T1#
Anderson looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB#
Griffiths had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Anderson defends it easily.#SUB#
Griffiths looking for subs off his back but Anderson has passed one foot through into half guard. #SUB#
Griffiths looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Anderson lands with a punch from half guard. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Griffiths is trying to control but Anderson passes into side control!
Griffiths tries to buck Anderson off but Anderson is having none of it.#SUB2#
Anderson tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Griffiths tries to bench press Anderson off him but Anderson keeps the position.
Anderson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Griffiths keeps working.
Griffiths tries to buck Anderson off but Anderson is having none of it.#T3#
Griffiths taking a bit of punishment here - Anderson scoring with strikes.
Griffiths manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!#SUB#
Griffiths is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Anderson has managed to free his arm - good work.
Anderson wants to get back to his feet.
Anderson tries to get to full guard but Griffiths has control of the leg.
Griffiths wants to pass to mount but Anderson is defending the position.
Anderson wants to control but Griffiths is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T4##SUB#
Griffiths is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Anderson has managed to free his arm - good work.
Griffiths passes the guard and advances to mount!
Griffiths wants to take Anderson's back but he can't do it this time. #SUB#
Griffiths goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Anderson is on top in guard.
Griffiths might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Griffiths is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Anderson is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Griffiths has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Anderson can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Sparky Anderson.
I think Anderson 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 Elvis Blanc scores the fight 28:29
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 28:29
Judge William Peck scores the fight 29:29

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Sparky Anderson!
A less than humble Sparky Anderson misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.

Event: CEFC 262
Date: Nov 04, 2017

#R1#
Probong throws a head kick but Anderson moves out of range.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Probong.
Nice straight punches there by Anderson. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Anderson.
Good leg kick by Anderson there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Anderson lands with a cross.
Probong scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Probong jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Probong with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Anderson to score with a decent uppercut.
Anderson tries to clinch there but Probong circles away.
Probong fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Anderson on the side of the head.
Anderson misses with a low kick as Probong jumps back.
Anderson tries a head kick but it misses.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Anderson checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Anderson connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Anderson throws a leg kick but Probong checks it. #T1#
Probong cracks Anderson with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Anderson avoids the head kick by Probong.
Anderson thumps Probong with a low kick.
A jab from Probong misses.
Probong moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Probong misses with a body shot.
Probong throws the left hand but Anderson avoids the punch easily.
Probong throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Anderson fires out a quick counter leg kick but Probong just manages to avoid it.
Anderson slips a straight right by Probong.
Anderson is looking to score with low kicks.
Probong appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Probong throws a hook to the side of Anderson's head but Anderson sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Probong scores with a shot to the body.
Anderson throws a lazy right hand but Probong sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Sni Probong seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Anderson avoids the body shot from Probong. #T2#
Probong turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Anderson sizes up Probong with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL2#
Probong closes the distance and clinches.#BC#
Anderson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Probong throws out a loose jab but Anderson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Anderson tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Probong scores with a punch to the head.
Probong stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Anderson.#CL2#
Probong clinches.
Probong lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Anderson scores with a shoulder strike.
Probong tries to throw a body punch but Anderson avoids it by throwing Probong back against the cage.
Nice body punch from Probong - that landed with a thud.
A frustrated look appears on Anderson's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Probong goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T3#
Probong lands a left hand that snaps the head of Anderson backwards.
Anderson scores with a hook to the body.
Probong lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Anderson backwards.
Probong can't find room to land a body shot as Anderson controls the action.
Probong throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Andersons head.
Probong tries to stall but Anderson uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Probong misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC#
Anderson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Anderson takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Anderson circles away from the clinch attempt.
Probong with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Anderson to score with a decent uppercut.
Anderson takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Probong pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Anderson scores with a body shot.
Probong throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Anderson takes one on the button.#T4#
Probong slips under a jab from Anderson.
Probong steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Anderson.
Probong chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Good standup being displayed there by Probong as he connects with a hook.#CL#
Anderson moves into range and clinches up with Probong.
Probong looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Probong gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Anderson. #BC2#
Probong breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Probong wants to clinch up but Anderson keeps it at a distance.
Probong tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Anderson paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Probong scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Probong throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Anderson throws the left hand but Probong avoids the punch easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Probong! But no joy.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sni Probong dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
A leg kick checked by Probong.
Probong uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Anderson.
Probong throws a body shot but no joy.
Anderson throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Anderson misses with a hook.
Anderson takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Probong moves out of range of the body kick.
Probong steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Anderson.
A slapping body kick lands there for Probong.
Probong lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Anderson takes one on the button.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Probong misses with a hook.
Probong fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Anderson on the side of the head.
Anderson fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
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!
Probong dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Probong has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T1#
Anderson lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
A jab from Anderson misses.
Probong uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Anderson.
Anderson throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Probong uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Anderson has time to react.
Anderson tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Anderson swats away the attempt to clinch by Probong.
Anderson attempts a counter takedown but Probong avoids it well and moves away.#CL#
Anderson has Probong up against the cage in a clinch.
Anderson blocking some punches.
Anderson drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Anderson is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Probong pulls him back up using the underhooks. #T2#
Probong tries to work over Anderson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Probong with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Anderson is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Probong gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sparky Anderson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Anderson displaying some good clinch control by pressing Probong up against the cage.#BC#
Anderson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Probong darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
That kick from Probong tenderised Anderson's leg. Anderson is trying to keep his angry face on.
Anderson slips under a jab.
Anderson swings for the body but Probong moves out of range.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Probong throws a lazy head kick
and Anderson counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Probong thinking.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Anderson, as that shot connected.
Probong throws an overhand right that lands on Anderson's shoulder, as Anderson tries to avoid the shot. #T3#
Anderson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Anderson shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Probong tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Anderson throws a lazy body kick
and Probong counters with a good, hard body kick but Anderson shrugs it off.
Probong cracks the inside of Anderson's front leg.
Sni Probong seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Probong goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Probong moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Anderson pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Anderson shoots for a takedown but Probong saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Probong jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Anderson quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Probong ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Anderson moves away.
Anderson is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Probong scores with a push kick.#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A punch lands to the side of Anderson 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Probong is looking to land body kicks.
Probong slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Probong lands with a nice body punch.
Anderson with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Probong to score with a decent uppercut.
Probong throws a body kick that misses.
Anderson throws a sloppy body shot
and Probong makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Anderson really felt that one!
Probong throws a series of punches but Anderson avoids them all with ease.
Probong checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Probong throws the kick towards the body but Anderson avoids it.
Probong throws an off balance right hand
letting Anderson counter with a right hand.
Anderson avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Anderson half committed to a counter leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sni Probong 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#
A slow jab from Anderson misses its intended target.
Anderson has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Probong.
Probong throws a body shot but no joy.
Probong misses with a hook
and Anderson counters with a nice uppercut.
A slapping leg kick lands for Probong.
Anderson checks the leg kick.
Probong throws a low kick but Anderson avoids it.
Anderson has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Anderson there as he acknowledges the shot.
Probong connects with a solid leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jab by Probong.
Anderson is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Probong tries to clinch up.
Probong misses with a body shot.
Anderson avoids a kick to the body. #T1#
A nice leg kick lands there from Probong.
A swing and a miss from Anderson.
Despite the aggression on Probong's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
A telegraphed right hand from Probong misses the target.
Anderson lands a jab to Probong's midsection.
Anderson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Probong sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Anderson throws a front kick aimed at Probong's knee but Probong avoids it well.
Anderson throws out a leg kick but Probong moves out of range and Anderson only half commits.
A jab from Probong misses.
Probong ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Probong doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Probong lands a right hook to the body.
Anderson throws a jab when Probong was well out of range.
A punch lands to the side of Anderson 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Sparky Anderson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Probong scores with a jab to the jaw.
Probong tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Anderson was well out of range. Poor timing from Probong.
It looked like Anderson wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Probong moves away from the strike by Anderson.
Probong moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Probong tests Anderson's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Probong misses with an uppercut. Anderson saw that one coming.
Anderson throws a big shot that misses.
Probong throws a push kick but Anderson slaps the foot to one side.
Probong works Anderson's body with a nice hook.
Anderson scores with a nice right hand.
Probong cracks Anderson with a good jab.
Probong looks to land a left hand but Anderson moved out of range nicely.
Anderson thuds his right hand into Probong's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#T3#
Probong cracks Anderson with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Probong throws a push kick but Anderson slaps the foot to one side.
Anderson throws a counter high kick but Probong was just alert enough to avoid it.
Anderson throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Anderson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Anderson cracks Probong with an open hand slap.
Anderson looks to throw the jab but Probong is out of range.
Anderson throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Probong throws a body shot but no joy.
Probong tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Anderson was well out of range. Poor timing from Probong.
Anderson slips a jab from Probong.
Probong misses with a hook
letting Anderson counter with a right hand.
Anderson throws a quick inside leg kick. #T4#
Probong slips under a jab.
Probong lands with a straight right. Anderson didn't see that one coming.
Probong swings for the body but Anderson moves out of range.
Anderson looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Probong thumps Anderson with a low kick.
Probong shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Anderson eats them both and turns towards Probong to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
A low kick from Probong misses #TD#
and Anderson counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Anderson wants to control from the top but Probong keeps moving.
Probong pulls Anderson in close to prevent any damage.
Anderson trying to control but Probong is working from the bottom.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Sni Probong.
I've got Probong 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 Robert Douchet scores the fight 28:29
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 27:30
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: CEFC 185 tourney round 1
Date: Oct 15, 2017

#R1#
Suti throws a sloppy head kick and Anderson moves out of range easily.
Suti 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.
Suti fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Anderson.
Anderson takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Good leg kick by Suti there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Suti ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Suti feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Anderson's calf.
Suti closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Suti jabs Anderson to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Anderson tries to clinch up.
Suti throws a hook to the side of Anderson's head but Anderson sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Suti misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Suti throws a right and a left that both miss.#T1#
Suti throws a right hand that Anderson ducks under and follows up with a left that Anderson also avoids with ease.
Suti walks into a stiff left hand from Anderson.#KD2#
Suti drops Anderson with a left and a right! Oh, Anderson is hurt - Suti dives into side control looking to finish! #ROC2#
Anderson is rocked!#CUT2#
It looks like Sparky Anderson has been cut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Suti throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Oh Anderson is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Suti in side control, throwing shots but Anderson defends.
Anderson seems to have got his legs back now.
Suti scores with punches from side control. #SUB2#
Suti is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Anderson has escaped the position, nice work there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Suti throws an elbow but Anderson slips to the side and avoids it well.
Suti wants to lay and pray for a moment but Anderson keeps working.
Suti looks up at the clock and then as Anderson takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Suti smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Anderson tries to improve position but can't. #T2#
Suti throws a strike aimed at the side of Anderson's head but Anderson avoids it well.
Anderson tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Suti wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Suti is trying to ground and pound but Anderson uses the momentary lack of control by Suti to regain half guard.
Anderson keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Suti wants to pass to mount but Anderson is defending the position.
Suti throwing shots but Anderson is blocking nicely.
Anderson has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Suti is working away from the top position though.
Anderson keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #T3#
Anderson is trying to stand back up but Suti is controlling him
Suti thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Anderson blocking the ground and pound attempt from Suti.
Suti missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Anderson is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Suti winds up and cracks Anderson with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Anderson is trying to stand up here but Suti is controlling him well.
Suti not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Anderson avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Suti.
Suti takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Anderson desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Anderson keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Suti takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Anderson slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Suti distracts Anderson with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Anderson bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Suti's guard. #REVR#
Suti looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Anderson trying to control but Suti is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Suti working for submissions but it's allowed Anderson to get to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Perseen Suti dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sparky Anderson's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Anderson cracks the inside of Suti's front leg.
Anderson takes a swing at Suti's ribcage but misses.
Suti throws a sloppy head kick and Anderson moves out of range easily.
A counter left hand to the body from Anderson misses its target.
Suti has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Anderson tries a head kick but it misses.
Suti takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Suti loads up on a big right hand but Anderson slips the punch.
Suti dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Anderson. That did some damage!
Suti wants to slow Anderson down by chopping away at his legs.
Anderson changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Suti falls off balance throwing a combination
and Anderson counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Suti has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Anderson.
Suti shoots in for a takedown but Anderson shows good takedown defense.
Anderson scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#T1#
A lazy body kick from Suti #TD#
and Anderson counters with a takedown into side control.
Anderson content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Anderson has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T2#
Suti tries to bench press Anderson off him but Anderson keeps the position.
Suti is trying to escape the position but Anderson is controlling the position.
Suti is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Anderson moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Suti is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Anderson's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Anderson wants to take a breather but Suti is having none of it. #T3#
Anderson is looking to stall here but Suti recovers full guard.
Anderson won't allow Suti to sweep him here.
Anderson trying to control the position from guard on top but Suti is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Anderson controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
A lazy left from Anderson finds it's target.
Suti throws a right hand that misses #CL#
and Anderson counters by clinching up. #T4##BC2#
Suti breaks from the clinch.
Suti misses with a straight right.
A telegraphed right hand from Suti misses the target.
Suti takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Suti throws a nice looking combination but Anderson bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Perseen Suti seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A punch lands to the side of Anderson 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Suti throws a right hand that Anderson ducks under and follows up with a left that Anderson also avoids with ease.
Anderson checks a leg kick.
Suti walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Suti tries to bum rush Anderson with a series of wild strikes but Anderson uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A head kick misses from Suti.
Perseen Suti is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Suti takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Anderson is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
A slow jab from Suti misses its intended target.
Suti lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Anderson throws a leg kick which misses Suti's front leg but catches the back leg as Suti tries to avoid it.
Suti throws a right hand that misses
and Anderson counters with a right hand to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sparky Anderson dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Sparky Anderson's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
A chopping leg kick lands by Anderson.
Suti misses with a double jab.
Suti closes this distance looking for a takedown but Anderson circles away.
Anderson feinted there with a counter leg kick.
No joy there for Suti, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Suti throws a right hand that Anderson ducks under and follows up with a left that Anderson also avoids with ease.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Anderson crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Suti - the referee stops the clock and Anderson gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Suti. Anderson manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Anderson lands a jab to the head.
A swing and a miss from Suti.
Anderson's corner calls for a 1-2. Anderson obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Anderson scores with the left hand. Suti knows he should have avoided that one. #CUT#
It looks like Perseen Suti has been cut.
Suti fails with a takedown attempt.
Anderson scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Suti jabs Anderson to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Suti shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Anderson but Anderson pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Sparky Anderson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Perseen Suti.
Suti takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Suti tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Anderson swivels and escapes.
Anderson connects with a high kick.
Anderson fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Suti.
Suti fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Suti darts in looking for a takedown but Anderson gets double underhooks and turns Suti into the cage.
Suti stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Anderson.
Anderson jabs Suti to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Anderson tries to clinch but Suti moves out of range.
Anderson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Anderson scores with a crisp jab that stopped Suti in his tracks.
Whack! Anderson lands a heavy head kick that drops Suti. The ref tackles Anderson to stop the fight - a great save by the referee because Suti was done.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:53 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Head Kick). Sparky Anderson!
Sparky Anderson bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: CEFC Live 42
Date: Oct 05, 2017

#R1#
Anderson throws out a loose jab but Hunt uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hunt raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Anderson scores with a sloppy right hand. Hunt should have avoided that one.
Hunt throws the left hand but Anderson avoids the punch easily.
Phol Hunt seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Anderson lands with a shot to the body.
Hunt throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Anderson stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Hunt tries to land a body kick#TD#
and Anderson counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Hunt!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Anderson is staying tight to Hunt's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Anderson continues to stall.
Hunt is looking to reverse the position.
Hunt is still trying to improve position.#T1##SUB#
Anderson goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Hunt has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Anderson but great work by Hunt.
Hunt controlling from side mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Let's hope that Hunt 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.#SU2#
Hunt stands up.
Hunt tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Anderson was well out of range. Poor timing from Hunt.
Anderson was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Hunt throws a big shot that misses.
Phol Hunt is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
Hunt tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Anderson was well out of range. Poor timing from Hunt.
Anderson throws a leg kick that is checked
and Hunt counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Hunt walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Anderson checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Hunt tries to land a body kick#TD#
so Anderson counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Anderson is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Hunt is controlling Anderson's posture.
Anderson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hunt is keeping the position for now.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hunt is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T3#
Hunt looking to control.
Hunt looking for a sweep. Not yet Hunt, not yet.
Hunt is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Anderson lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Hunt misses with a leg kick.
Anderson half committed to a counter leg kick.
Hunt takes one to the chin there.#CL#
Anderson moves into range and clinches up with Hunt.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hunt.
Hunt using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Anderson has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike. #TD#
Anderson wants the takedown. Hunt is fighting it off but Anderson persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Hunt's guard against the cage.
Anderson won't allow Hunt to sweep him here.
Anderson stays in close to Hunt's body and controls the position.
Hunt wants to stand but Anderson is controlling the position. #T4#
Hunt managing to control the position.
Anderson trying to control the position from guard on top but Hunt is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hunt keeping full guard, as Anderson tries to pass. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
A slapping body kick lands there for Hunt.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hunt misses with a looping right.
Anderson tried to counter with a leg kick but Hunt avoided it.
A big right from Anderson misses.
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 Sparky Anderson will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Anderson stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Nice cross by Anderson.
Hunt misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Anderson.
Hunt lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#CL2#
Hunt fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Anderson, pushing him back against the cage.
Hunt scores with a knee to the head.
Hunt blocks a body shot from Anderson. #BC#
Anderson breaks from the clinch.
Hunt uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Anderson.#CL#
Anderson has taken the fight to the clinch.
Hunt tries a body shot but Anderson blocks it.
Hunt is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Anderson is defending well for now.
Anderson can't break the clinch.
Anderson can't get the takedown.
The referee calls for Hunt to work.
Hunt throws a head punch that misses. #T1##BC#
Anderson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Anderson throws a lazy right hand but Hunt sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Anderson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hunt.
Hunt throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Anderson sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Sparky Anderson is winning the standup battle so far.
Hunt lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Anderson chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Hunt can pounce on him.
Anderson blocks a jab.
Hunt lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Anderson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Hunt cracks a nice hook into Anderson's ribs.
Hunt misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Hunt misses with a hook to the body
and Hunt takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Hunt.
Anderson ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hunt swings away with a body shot that misses #CL#
and Anderson counters by clinching up.
Hunt tries to stall but Anderson uses the opportunity to gain a better position. #BC#
Anderson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Anderson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Hunt throws out the jab.
Hunt is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Anderson rather than just go for the knockout.
Anderson uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Hunt.
Anderson swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Hunt tries to land a front kick but Anderson steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Anderson throws a poor cross that misses
and Hunt counters with an outside leg kick.
Hunt tests Anderson's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Hunt thuds a left hand into Anderson's body.
Hunt tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Anderson is able to avoid easily.
A telegraphed right hand from Hunt misses the target. #CL#
Anderson has Hunt up against the cage in a clinch. #BC#
Anderson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T3#
Anderson takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Hunt tries to work over Anderson's front leg with a kick but Anderson checks it.
Hunt loads up on a big right hand but Anderson slips the punch.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Anderson.
Anderson lands with a good body shot.
Anderson moves forwards but Hunt connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Hunt connects with an inside leg kick.
Hunt chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Anderson can pounce on him.
Anderson throws out a powerful jab.
Hunt scoring well with a low kick there.
That kick from Hunt tenderised Anderson's leg. Anderson is trying to keep his angry face on.#CL#
Anderson has taken the fight to the clinch.
Hunt tries a knee to the head but he's missed. #T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Anderson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Hunt tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Anderson is trying to stall.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
The referee is keeping an eye on Hunt - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Anderson has Hunt pushed against the cage.
Anderson is trying to drag Hunt to the mat but Hunt just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Anderson wants a takedown but no success here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sparky Anderson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Anderson is looking for a takedown.
Hunt is leaning against Anderson and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Anderson stalling against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Phol Hunt showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R3#
Hunt throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Anderson swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Hunt looks to score with a jab to the body but Anderson is just out of range.
Anderson is looking to counter with a body kick.
Anderson takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Anderson looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Anderson tests Hunt's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Hunt throws a body kick that misses.
A shot to the liver by Hunt. Beautiful body shot.
Hunt looks to clinch
and Anderson counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Anderson thows a left - swing and a miss!
Hunt throws a push kick but Anderson slaps the foot to one side.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hunt uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Anderson.
Hunt throws a lazy uppercut
and Anderson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Anderson wants to clinch up but Hunt keeps it at a distance.
An inside leg kick lands from Anderson. #T1#
Hunt misses with an attempted mid kick.
Anderson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Hunt lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Hunt.
Anderson digs a good hook to Hunt's body.
Anderson throws a jab when Hunt was well out of range.
Hunt thumps Anderson with a low kick.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Hunt, right into the meat.
Anderson tries to clinch but Hunt moves out of range.
Hunt appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Hunt takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Anderson is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Hunt looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Anderson has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Hunt.
Anderson digs a good hook to Hunt's body.
Hunt throws an off balance right hand
and Anderson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hunt takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Anderson connects with a solid leg kick.
Hunt misses with a right hand
and Anderson counters with a nice body kick.
Hunt has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Anderson finds it's way round the side to connect with Hunt's head.
Anderson misses with an uppercut. Hunt saw that one coming.
Hunt steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Hunt throws a leg kick that misses.
Hunt throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Hunt feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Andersons jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Anderson takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Hunt lands a leg kick that knocks Anderson off balance momentarily.#CL2#
Hunt closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC#
Anderson breaks from the clinch.
Anderson throws the left hand but Hunt avoids the punch easily.#T3#
Horrible takedown attempt by Anderson or perhaps it was just good defense by Hunt, which made it look bad.
Anderson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Anderson throws a leg kick #CL2#
and Hunt counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Hunt.
Hunt with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Hunt slowing the pace effectively.
Anderson looking for a takedown.
Hunt stalling in the clinch but Anderson improves position. #BC#
Anderson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Anderson uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Hunt jabs Anderson right on the nose. Anderson blinks but takes it well.
Anderson moves out of range of the body kick.
Anderson fires out a quick counter leg kick but Hunt just manages to avoid it.
Anderson lands with a slapping head kick.
Hunt misses with an attempted mid kick. #T4#
Anderson moves out of range as Hunt strikes.
Hunt uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Hunt tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Hunt takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hunt punishes Anderson's body with a nice straight punch.
No luck for Anderson with that takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sparky Anderson. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Hunt drives through and clinches with Anderson against the cage.
Hunt unloads a knee to the mid-section. Anderson lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Hunt connects with a knee to the head.
Hunt manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Knees to the body from Hunt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Phol Hunt just about did enough to take it.
That's time! Anderson's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R4#
Anderson wants to clinch up but Hunt keeps it at a distance.
Hunt blocks a head kick by Anderson.
A head kick from Anderson lands but Hunt takes it in his stride.
Hunt is looking to score with low kicks.
Hunt staying out of range there.
Hunt looks to score with a jab to the body but Anderson is just out of range.
Anderson tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Hunt leaves Anderson with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anderson keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Anderson takes a swing at Hunt's ribcage but misses.
Anderson throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Hunt moves out of range as Anderson strikes.
Hunt throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.#T1#
Hunt tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Anderson manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Hunt lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Anderson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
The fight stays on the outside here - Hunt looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
A quick step to the side and Anderson tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hunt looks to land a combination. Anderson sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.#CL2#
Hunt moves into the clinch successfully.
A short body shot lands from Hunt as the two fighters clinch.
Phol Hunt seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Anderson is looking for a takedown.
Hunt taking a breather.
Hunt is pushing Anderson up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Hunt goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T2##BC#
Anderson breaks the clinch.
Hunt takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
A telegraphed right hand from Anderson misses the target.
Anderson throws a hook but Hunt blocks it.
Hunt throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Anderson fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Hunt checks it well.
Hunt scores with a spinning back kick!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hunt dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Hunt throws a jab when Anderson was well out of range.
Hunt connects with a single shot there.
Anderson misses with a leg kick
and Hunt cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Hunt ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Anderson moves away.
Anderson half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#T3#
Hunt connects with a leg kick. Anderson looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Anderson moves out of range of the strikes.
Anderson throws a hook but Hunt avoids it easily.
Hunt thumps Anderson with a low kick.
Hunt lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Nice cross by Hunt.
Hunt motions for Anderson to come forward. Hunt throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Hunt lands with a shot to the body.
Hunt misses with a low kick as Anderson jumps back.
Anderson tries to clinch there but Hunt circles away.
Hunt blocks a head kick by Anderson.
Hunt scores with a leg kick. #T4#
Hunt scores with a body shot.
Hunt throws a wild body kick that Anderson sees coming a mile off.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Anderson throws a looping overhand right but Hunt ducks down to avoid it.
Hunt appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Hunt pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Anderson connects with a right hand. Hunt shakes it off.
Anderson chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Hunt can pounce on him.
Hunt connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Anderson's hands.
Anderson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hunt.
Hunt lands a jab to the nose.
Hunt misses with an uppercut.
Hunt misses with a body shot.
Anderson is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Hunt.
That kick from Hunt tenderised Anderson's leg. Anderson is trying to keep his angry face on.#CL2#
Hunt closes the distance and pushes Anderson back into the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Phol Hunt dominated that fourth round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R5#
A kick lands to the mid section there for Hunt.
Anderson catches Hunt with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
A kick lands to the mid section there for Anderson.
Anderson throws a head kick that half lands.
Hunt lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Hunt clobbers Anderson with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Hunt takes one on the button.
A head kick by Anderson misses #CL2#
and Hunt counters by moving into the clinch.
Hunt scores with an uppercut up the middle.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Anderson drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Hunt gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Hunt tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Hunt goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T1#
Anderson changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Hunt fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Anderson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Anderson half committed to a counter leg kick.
Anderson swings widly with a right hand
and Hunt counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Hunt throws a jab when Anderson was well out of range.
Hunt wants to clinch up but Anderson keeps it at a distance.
Anderson takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Hunt throws the kick towards the body but Anderson avoids it.
Anderson wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Hunt throws a body shot but no joy.
Hunt moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Hunt misses with a body shot
and Anderson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Anderson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Anderson throws a leg kick that misses.
Donk. Anderson catches Hunt right on the button with a cross.
Sparky Anderson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Hunt looks to score with a jab to the body but Anderson is just out of range.
Hunt scores with a jab to the body.
Hunt drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hunt fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Anderson manages to avoid it.
Hunt has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Anderson turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Anderson fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
A big left from Hunt misses.
Anderson digs a good hook to Hunt's body.
Hunt misses with the body kick
and Anderson counters with a nice low kick that buckles Hunt's knee momentarily.
Hunt misses with a body kick.
Hunt misses with the body kick
and Anderson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Hunt looks to land a body kick but Anderson moved away.#T3#
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Hunt - that will leave a mark!
A big left from Anderson misses.
Hunt misses with an attempted mid kick.
Hunt tries to close the distance and clinch up but Anderson swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Hunt tries a head kick but it misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Anderson misses the target.
A head kick misses from Anderson.
Anderson misses with a head kick. #CL#
Anderson moves into the clinch successfully.
Hunt scores a nice knee to the body.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
A nice right hand lands inside from Anderson.
Anderson wants to get back to striking at distance but Hunt won't allow it.
Anderson is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Hunt. #T4#
Anderson is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Hunt lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Anderson backwards.
Nice body punch from Hunt.
Anderson will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Anderson takes a knee right on the jaw!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Anderson swings wildly with an uppercut but Hunt uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hunt lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Anderson backwards.
Anderson lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Hunt misses with a knee to the head.
Anderson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Anderson tries a body shot but Hunt blocks it.
Hunt throws a knee to the head but misses.
Anderson blocks a body shot from Hunt.
Anderson wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Anderson scores with a shoulder strike.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Phol Hunt.
I think Hunt 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge William Peck scores the fight 48:49
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 46:49
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 46:49

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Phol Hunt!
A pretty intense looking Phol Hunt took the opportunity post-fight to ask for a shot at the title.

Event: CEFC 253
Date: Sep 16, 2017

#R1#
Anderson lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Suti defending well as Anderson loads up on a big left hand.
Suti scores with a crisp jab that stopped Anderson in his tracks.
Suti is looking to chop away at Anderson's legs.
Suti throws a left and a right that both miss
and Anderson counters with a stiff right hand.
Suti needs to keep his hands up - Anderson had a free shot at his head there.
Anderson throws a body punch but Suti moves out of range.
Anderson 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.
Anderson avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Anderson fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Suti misses with the combination.
Anderson takes a head kick and keeps coming.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Suti misses with an uppercut
and Anderson counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Perseen Suti seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Suti looks to land a combination but Anderson avoids it well.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Suti.
Anderson throws a quick counter kick to the body but Suti avoids it.#T1#
Anderson scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Suti throws a wild body kick that Anderson sees coming a mile off.
Suti misses with a jab, cross combination. #TD2#
Suti closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Suti working the body and head with strikes.
Suti is trying to ground and pound but Anderson uses the momentary lack of control by Suti to regain half guard.
Anderson is in trouble now - Suti has advanced to mount!
Anderson wants to hold on but Suti pushes him away.
Anderson wants to try and get back to his feet.#T2#
Anderson wants to hold on but Suti pushes him away.
Suti is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Anderson can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Suti thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
Anderson slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Suti is trying to control. Anderson wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Anderson has hold of Suti's hands but Suti slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Suti works his way into side control.
Anderson can't do much from the bottom here.
Anderson defending against the ground and pound.
Suti lands an elbow.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Suti throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Suti lands a decent elbow from side control.
Suti tries to advance to mount but Anderson instead regains half guard.
Anderson wants to get back to his feet.
Anderson keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Anderson avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Suti.
Anderson regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Suti.
Anderson has momentary wrist control but Suti slips an elbow through the middle.#T4#
Suti postures up in Anderson's guard and throws a big left but Anderson blocks it.
Anderson is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Suti is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Suti throws a big right hand that misses.
Suti trying to control the position from guard on top but Anderson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Anderson will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB2#
Suti has gone for a leg lock! Anderson slips out almost immediately though and dives into Suti's guard.#REVR#
Anderson stopping the sweep attempt from Suti.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Perseen Suti 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#
Suti shoots in but no luck this time.
Anderson avoids the body shot from Suti.
Suti misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Suti fails to land the takedown.
Anderson throws a nice inside leg kick.
Anderson walks into a stiff left hand from Suti.
Suti looks to land a combination but Anderson avoids it well.
Suti throws a head kick but Anderson moves out of range.
Suti shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Anderson sprawls well. Anderson wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Suti gets slowly back to his feet.
Sparky Anderson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Perseen Suti.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anderson thumps Suti with a low kick.
Perseen Suti is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
A looping hook to the body misses from Anderson. Suti does a little dance to reset his feet.#T1#
Suti takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Anderson digs a good hook to Suti's body.
Suti moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Anderson fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Anderson getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#CUT#
It looks like Perseen Suti has been cut.
Anderson swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Suti.
Suti's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Suti duly obliges.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Anderson doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Suti looks to score with a jab to the body but Anderson is just out of range.
Anderson connects with a crisp jab.
Suti tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
The fighters circling - Anderson throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
As Anderson backs off Suti throws a huge counter combo but Anderson manages to avoid it all.
Suti misses with a combination
and Anderson counters with a straight right hand.#T2#
Anderson scores with a hook.
Suti throws a head kick that misses.
Suti tries a head kick but it misses.
Anderson cracks Suti with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#ROC#
Suti is rocked!
Anderson throws an overhand right that drops Suti like a sack of potatoes! Anderson dives in to finish the fight with more strikes and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:23 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sparky Anderson!
A very excited looking Sparky Anderson rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.

Event: CEFC Live 40
Date: Aug 31, 2017

#R1#
Anderson tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Anderson chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Anderson cracks Havret with an open hand slap.
Anderson on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
A clash of legs there as Anderson blocks the low kick.
Havret moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Havret takes a head kick and keeps coming. #CUT2#
It looks like Norman Havret has been cut.
Havret throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Anderson counters with a nice leg kick.
Havret misses with a hook. Anderson ducked under it nicely.
It seemed like Anderson was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Havret letting Anderson take a breather 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!
Havret lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T1#
Havret misses with an elbow strike.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Anderson.
Havret is looking to control Anderson's arms but Anderson gets an underhook and turns him. Now Havret has his back to the cage.
Havret throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Anderson dodges an elbow strike from Havret.
Havret looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Anderson has Havret pushed against the cage.
Havret throws an elbow but it misses.
Havret lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Havret has had enough of the clinch but Anderson keeps him there for the moment.
Havret pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Havret misses with a hook to the ribs.
Stalling in the clinch from Anderson.
Anderson blocks an uppercut. #BC2#
Anderson breaks from the clinch.
Anderson throws a sloppy head kick and Havret moves out of range easily.
Havret takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there. #T2#
Havret swings for the body but Anderson moves out of range.
Anderson tries a quick counter leg kick but Havret is wise to it.
Havret uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Anderson. #CL2#
Anderson darts in and clinches Havret up against the cage.#BC2#
Anderson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
No luck for Anderson with that takedown attempt.
Havret was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Havret throws a body punch but Anderson moves out of range.
Havret takes a shot to the body in his stride.
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!
Havret throws a shot to the body.
Anderson wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Norman Havret is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T3#
Anderson throws a head kick that misses.
A big left from Havret misses.
Anderson scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Sparky Anderson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Anderson keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Anderson avoids a kick to the body.
Anderson feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Havrets jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Havret uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Anderson.
Havret tries to clinch but Anderson is having none of it.
Anderson buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Havret avoids the head kick by Anderson. #T4#
Havret takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Good shot there by Anderson.
Nice shot by Anderson.
Havret scores with a nice body kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nice body kick there by Anderson.
A low kick from Havret misses #TD2#
and Anderson counters with a single leg into guard. Havret didn't expect that.
Anderson controls from within his opponent's guard.
Let's hope that Anderson 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.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sparky Anderson dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Norman Havret's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Some bone on bone action there as Havret checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Anderson connects with a nice looking jab.
Havret pivots, looking for a leg kick but Anderson is out of range and Havret settles back down.
Havret on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Havret has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Anderson.
Anderson wants to land a leg kick but Havret is out of range.
Havret avoids the head kick by Anderson.
As Anderson backs away, Havret returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anderson dips to his left and cracks Havret with an uppercut!
Havret blocks a leg kick.
Havret swings for the body but Anderson moves out of range.
Anderson is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Havret with a body shot.
Havret looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Anderson connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#T1#
Anderson looks for the body kick but Havret saw that one coming.
Anderson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A lazy left from Anderson finds it's target.
Anderson throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Havret keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Havret swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Anderson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Havret manages to avoid it.
Havret throws a leg kick but Anderson sees it coming and checks it nicely.
It seemed like Anderson was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Havret on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#CL2#
Anderson gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Anderson blocking some punches.
Havret misses with a short punch on the inside. #T2#
Havret misses with the head strike. #BC2#
Anderson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Havret throws a chopping leg kick but Anderson manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Anderson fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Havret.
A nice leg kick lands there from Anderson.
Havret tries to clinch but Anderson is having none of it.
Havret sets himself, and Anderson steps forward looking for the clinch! Havret avoids it this time.
Havret tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Anderson listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Anderson connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Havret momentarily.
Anderson lands a slapping body shot.
The crowd cheers as Anderson lands an impressive looking overhand right. Havret doesn't seem phased though.#T3#
Havret throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Anderson sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Havret throws a combination that misses
and Anderson makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Havret really felt that one!
Crack! A monster head kick from Anderson and Havret falls like a tree - timbeeeeeeeeeeerrrr! A highlight reel knockout by Anderson!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:19 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Sparky Anderson!
Sparky Anderson was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

Event: CEFC 249
Date: Aug 05, 2017

#R1#
Suti shoots in for a takedown but Anderson shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Anderson thumps Suti with a low kick.
Anderson slips a jab from Suti.
Suti throws a series of punches but Anderson moves out of range.
Anderson swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Anderson takes a jab right on the kisser.
Suti fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
An attempted straight right counter from Anderson misses the target.
Suti tries for a takedown but Anderson circles away easily
and Anderson makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Anderson on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Anderson moves out of range as Suti strikes.
Anderson throwing a counter right hand but Suti manages to avoid it.
Suti misses with a two punch combination.
Anderson avoids the head kick by Suti.
Anderson dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Anderson wants to clinch.
Suti tries a head kick but it misses.
Anderson swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#T1#
A punch combination from Suti misses.
Perseen Suti seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Anderson tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Suti tries to score a power double leg takedown but Anderson sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Suti somewhat.
Sparky Anderson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Perseen Suti.
Suti thumps Anderson with a low kick.
Suti has a takedown stuffed.
Anderson walks into a left hand.
Anderson dodges the punch combination from Suti.
Suti just misses with a punch to the body.
Anderson plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!#CUT#
It looks like Perseen Suti has been cut.
Anderson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Suti.#T2#
Suti takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
A head kick misses from Suti.
Anderson with a nice cross.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A good leg kick by Anderson.
Suti misses with a jab to the body
and Anderson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Suti throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Suti shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Anderson sprawls well. Anderson wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Suti gets slowly back to his feet.
Anderson throws a leg kick but Suti sees it coming and moves out of range.
Suti misses the shot to the body.
Suti throws a jab but it's blocked by Anderson. #TD#
Anderson drives through with a takedown into guard.
Suti controls Anderson momentarily but Anderson frees himself.
Anderson passes Suti's left leg - he's now in half guard. #T3#
Suti is trying to control but can't.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Anderson perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Suti is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Anderson's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Anderson's back!
Suti is hanging on to Anderson's back as he tries to escape.
Anderson is trying to stand back up.
Suti has the hooks in. Anderson is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #T4#
Even with his hooks in, Suti manages to miss with strikes from the back.
Suti is trying to stick to Anderson's back but Anderson is turning into Suti. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Suti's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Anderson.
Suti looking for a sweep. Not yet Suti, not yet.
Anderson wants to pass the guard but Suti is keeping the position.
Suti looking to hit a scissor sweep but Anderson is one step ahead there.
Anderson's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Suti tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Suti looking for a guillotine here but Anderson defends easily.
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 Sparky Anderson will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Perseen Suti's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Anderson scores with a body shot.
Anderson slips a jab and a cross from Suti. #CL#
Anderson takes the fight into the clinch.
Anderson wants a takedown.
Anderson stalling the fight.
Suti is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Anderson is defending well.
Suti tries for a takedown. No joy.
Suti wants to take the fight to the mat but Anderson manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Sparky Anderson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Perseen Suti.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Suti lands a takedown into guard.
Anderson keeping moving, preventing Suti from controlling successfully.
Anderson has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #T1##SUB#
Anderson looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Anderson working a defensive guard here.
Sparky Anderson overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Anderson 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#
Anderson content to control rather than advance.
Anderson is trying to control the action in half guard but Suti is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T2#
Suti is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Anderson takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Anderson is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Suti is refusing to be controlled, as Anderson sits in half guard.
Anderson wants to pass to mount but Suti is defending the position.
Suti makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Suti.
Anderson preventing the sweep. #T3#
Anderson passes Suti's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Suti tries to roll over but Anderson keeps him under control.
Anderson is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Anderson lands with a punch from half guard.
Anderson scoring with strikes to the body and head. #SUB#
Anderson is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Suti doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Anderson.
Anderson wants to advance to full mount but Suti doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead. #T4#
Suti can't keep his opponent in guard - Anderson advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Anderson controlling the pace.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Anderson works his way into side control.
Anderson trying to control the position but Suti is working away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sparky Anderson dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Perseen Suti's cut.
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#
Suti misses with a wild body shot.
Suti scores with a leg kick.
Suti throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Anderson counters with an inside leg kick.
Suti misses with a double jab
and Anderson counters with a left to the body.
A head kick by Suti misses
and Anderson finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Anderson misses with a low kick.
Anderson misses with a low kick.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Anderson.
Anderson lands a head kick. Suti smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Suti works the jab nicely.
Suti uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Anderson.
And Suti tries to counter it with a takedown but Anderson pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Suti moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Anderson on the wrong end of a nice hook.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A nice leg kick lands there from Anderson.
Suti throws a right and a left that both miss.
Anderson changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#T1#
No joy there for Suti, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Anderson is looking to wear down Suti with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Anderson looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Anderson slips a straight right by Suti.
Suti throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Anderson lands an overhand right.
Suti throws a right hand that misses
and Anderson counters with a nice uppercut.
Suti misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Suti scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Anderson scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Suti throws a lazy uppercut
and Anderson counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Suti thinking.
Suti takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Anderson with a jab.#ROC#
Suti is rocked!
Anderson lands with a massive overhand right! Stick a fork in Suti - he's out cold! Ermm... I think I just mixed my metaphors but yeah... That was a nice KO! Big win for Anderson!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:52 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Sparky Anderson!
A very excited looking Sparky Anderson rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.

Event: CEFC Live 37
Date: Jul 20, 2017

#R1#
Ekaku Jr blocks a leg kick.
A punch lands to the side of Anderson 's head but he takes it in his stride.
A low kick from Ekaku Jr is predictable there
and Anderson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Ekaku Jr feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Anderson's calf.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Ekaku Jr is defended easily by Anderson.
Anderson misses with a low kick.
Anderson misses with a straight right.
Ekaku Jr goes for a double leg but Anderson avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Anderson continues to drive forward.#CL#
Anderson closes the distance and pushes Ekaku Jr back into the cage.#BC2#
Ekaku Jr breaks from the clinch.
Hakuin Ekaku Jr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ekaku Jr ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Ekaku Jr misses with a low kick as Anderson jumps back.#CL#
Anderson has managed to clinch.
Ekaku Jr tries to work over Anderson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Ekaku Jr creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Ekaku Jr is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Sparky Anderson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hakuin Ekaku Jr.#T1#
Ekaku Jr throws a head punch that misses.
Anderson prevents a body shot from Ekaku Jr.
A head punch on the inside from Ekaku Jr fails to land.
Ekaku Jr misses with a punch to the body.
Anderson looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Ekaku Jr swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ekaku Jr stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Anderson is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
A frustrated look appears on Anderson's face as he tries to break the clinch.
A right hook to the body lands for Ekaku Jr. #BC#
Anderson breaks from the clinch.
Anderson misses the jab.
Ekaku Jr looks for a takedown but Anderson sprawls well.
Anderson shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Ekaku Jr but Ekaku Jr pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Ekaku Jr avoids the head kick by Anderson. #T2#
Anderson moves forwards but Ekaku Jr connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Ekaku Jr scores with a jab to the body.
Anderson tries to clinch there but Ekaku Jr circles away.
Ekaku Jr scores with a shot to the body. #TD#
Anderson shoots in and gets a takedown into Ekaku Jr's guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Anderson trying to control but Ekaku Jr is working from the bottom.
Anderson wants to pass the guard but Ekaku Jr is keeping the position.
Anderson in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Ekaku Jr manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Anderson manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Anderson manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Ekaku Jr manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Ekaku Jr keeping moving, preventing Anderson from controlling successfully. #T3#
Ekaku Jr trying to control the position here.
Anderson controlling from the top position.
Anderson passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Anderson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ekaku Jr keeps working.
Anderson moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Ekaku Jr is trying to control Anderson's posture but Anderson avoids it. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Ekaku Jr is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Anderson off and has taken his back!
Anderson can't escape the position.
Ekaku Jr has good solid back control here.
A lull in the action here.
Ekaku Jr misses with an elbow to the head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ekaku Jr is working the ground and pound. Can Anderson escape?
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ekaku Jr trying to control momentarily.
Ekaku Jr lands a couple of good shots to his opponent's body and a final shot to the head. Good little attack there by Ekaku Jr.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Hakuin Ekaku Jr will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Ekaku Jr connects with a solid leg kick.
Anderson throws a jab but it's blocked by Ekaku Jr.
Ekaku Jr takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Ekaku Jr connects with a body shot that sends Anderson's belly button to the back.
Ekaku Jr dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Anderson. That did some damage!
Anderson tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Ekaku Jr fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Anderson.
Ekaku Jr looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Anderson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ekaku Jr.
And Ekaku Jr tries to counter it with a takedown but Anderson pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Anderson walks into a jab.
Ekaku Jr lands a slapping body shot.
Ekaku Jr scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Anderson stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Ekaku Jr.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Donk. Anderson catches Ekaku Jr right on the button with a cross.
Ekaku Jr misses with a body shot
and Anderson counters with a straight right hand.
Anderson stuffs the takedown.
Anderson changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Ekaku Jr scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#T1#
Ekaku Jr scores with a sloppy right hand. Anderson should have avoided that one.
Ekaku Jr throws a front kick aimed at Anderson's knee but Anderson avoids it well.
A little feinted left hand from Anderson on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Anderson defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Ekaku Jr.
Ekaku Jr lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Ekaku Jr pivots, looking for a leg kick but Anderson is out of range and Ekaku Jr settles back down.
No luck for Anderson with that takedown attempt.
Ekaku Jr fails with the takedown.
Sparky Anderson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hakuin Ekaku Jr.
Ekaku Jr feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Andersons jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Anderson moves away from the strike by Ekaku Jr.
Ekaku Jr connects with an inside leg kick.
Anderson takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Anderson swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T2#
Ekaku Jr slips under a jab.
Anderson takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Anderson checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Ekaku Jr looks to throw the jab but Anderson is out of range.
Anderson works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
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!
Anderson checks a leg kick nicely.
A slow jab from Ekaku Jr misses its intended target.
Anderson drops down looking for a counter takedown but Ekaku Jr sprawls and moves away.
Anderson throws a sloppy head kick and Ekaku Jr moves out of range easily.
Anderson scores with a jab.
Anderson has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Ekaku Jr.
Ekaku Jr steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Anderson.
Anderson throws a half hearted mid kick.
Ekaku Jr looks to land a right hand but Anderson moved out of range.
Ekaku Jr lands with a thumping leg kick.
Ekaku Jr slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Anderson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ekaku Jr manages to avoid it.#T3#
Anderson gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Ekaku Jr fails with a takedown attempt.
Ekaku Jr misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Anderson.
A good leg kick by Anderson.
Ekaku Jr darts in looking for a takedown but Anderson gets double underhooks and turns Ekaku Jr into the cage.
Anderson attempts a counter takedown but Ekaku Jr avoids it well and moves away.
Anderson shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Ekaku Jr defends it nicely.
Anderson has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Ekaku Jr finds it's way round the side to connect with Anderson's head.
Anderson tries to close the distance and clinch but Ekaku Jr swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Ekaku Jr feints the counter takedown.
Ekaku Jr scores with a nice head shot.
Hakuin Ekaku Jr seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Ekaku Jr throws a leg kick but Anderson sees it coming and moves out of range.
Anderson is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.#T4#
Anderson misses the jab.
Ekaku Jr is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
A big right from Ekaku Jr misses.
Anderson was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Ekaku Jr.
Ekaku Jr chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Nice shot lands for Ekaku Jr.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Anderson checks the leg kick.
Anderson throwing a counter right hand but Ekaku Jr manages to avoid it.
Ekaku Jr cracks Anderson with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Ekaku Jr misses with the combination.
Ekaku Jr scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Anderson walks into a straight right hand from Ekaku Jr.
Anderson tries a head kick but it misses.
Ekaku Jr throws a body shot but no joy.
Anderson slips a jab from Ekaku Jr.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Hakuin Ekaku Jr showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R3#
Ekaku Jr chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Anderson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ekaku Jr.
Ekaku Jr lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Ekaku Jr lands with a cross.
Ekaku Jr has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Ekaku Jr scores with a shot to the body.
Anderson punishes Ekaku Jr's body with a nice straight punch.
Anderson fails with the takedown.
Anderson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Ekaku Jr, right into the meat.
Anderson looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Anderson bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Ekaku Jr scores with a punch to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ekaku Jr scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Anderson doesn't seem bothered though.
Ekaku Jr jabs Anderson right on the nose. Anderson blinks but takes it well.
Ekaku Jr bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T1#
Anderson throws a lazy right hand but Ekaku Jr sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Ekaku Jr throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Anderson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Ekaku Jr misses with a body shot
and Anderson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A swing and a miss from Anderson.
Ekaku Jr scores with a jab to the jaw.
Ekaku Jr looks to land a left hand but Anderson moved out of range nicely.
Anderson blocks a leg kick.
Anderson misses with a looping right.
Ekaku Jr throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Anderson tries for a takedown but Ekaku Jr sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Anderson stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Ekaku Jr.
Ekaku Jr fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Anderson.
Anderson throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Ekaku Jr's head.
Anderson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ekaku Jr.
Ekaku Jr scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ekaku Jr with a hook.#TD#
Anderson closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Ekaku Jr's guard.
Anderson trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Anderson throwing strikes from guard but Ekaku Jr blocks nicely.
Anderson loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Ekaku Jr has control of Anderson's left arm, preventing Anderson from doing any damage.
Let's hope that Ekaku Jr 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.
Ekaku Jr being controlled here, momentarily.
Anderson has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#T3#
Anderson in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Anderson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ekaku Jr moves away.
Ekaku Jr takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Ekaku Jr lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Anderson looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Ekaku Jr takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Ekaku Jr chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Ekaku Jr connects with an inside leg kick.
Anderson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ekaku Jr.
Ekaku Jr throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ekaku Jr tries to score with a low kick but Anderson moves his leg out of the way.
Anderson on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Ekaku Jr lands a nice leg kick that just misses Anderson's sensitive parts. #T4#
Ekaku Jr lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Anderson stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Ekaku Jr.
A lazy left from Ekaku Jr finds it's target.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Anderson throws out a leg kick but Ekaku Jr moves out of range and Anderson only half commits.
Ekaku Jr throws a hook to the side of Anderson's head but Anderson sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Ekaku Jr tries to work over Anderson's front leg with a kick but Anderson checks it.
Ekaku Jr lands with a cross.
Anderson defending well as Ekaku Jr loads up on a big left hand.
Anderson changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Ekaku Jr tries to avoid it but Anderson manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Ekaku Jr to the ground. Ekaku Jr escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sparky Anderson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ekaku Jr fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Anderson misses with an uppercut.
Ekaku Jr dips to his left and cracks Anderson with an uppercut!
Ekaku Jr with a jab.
Anderson takes one on the button.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Hakuin Ekaku Jr really dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R4#
Anderson misses with a low kick.
Anderson lands a lovely overhand right.
Ekaku Jr avoids a kick to the body.
Anderson misses with a looping right.
Ekaku Jr lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
An inside leg kick lands from Ekaku Jr.
Anderson shoots in for a takedown but Ekaku Jr shows good takedown defense.
Ekaku Jr slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
A low kick from Ekaku Jr is predictable there #TD#
and Anderson counters with a shoot takedown. Ekaku Jr fights it but they end up in guard.
Ekaku Jr keeping full guard, as Anderson tries to pass.
Anderson engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Anderson wants to control from the top but Ekaku Jr keeps moving. #T1#
Ekaku Jr looking for a sweep. Not yet Ekaku Jr, not yet.
Anderson looking to pass the guard.
Anderson works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Ekaku Jr is controlling Anderson's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Anderson performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Ekaku Jr regains full guard. Nicely done.
Ekaku Jr wants to sweep but no luck. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Ekaku Jr is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Ekaku Jr looking to control.
Ekaku Jr looking for a sweep. Not yet Ekaku Jr, not yet.
Anderson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ekaku Jr swivels though and keeps the full guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Ekaku Jr fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Ekaku Jr connects with an inside leg kick.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Ekaku Jr, as that shot connected.
Anderson has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Ekaku Jr.
Anderson shoots in but no luck this time.
Ekaku Jr lands a glancing blow to the side of Anderson's head.
Nice defenses there by Ekaku Jr.#T3#
Anderson tries to close the distance and clinch up but Ekaku Jr swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Anderson motions for Ekaku Jr to come forward. Anderson throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Ekaku Jr lands with an overhand left.
Ekaku Jr tests Anderson's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Ekaku Jr keeps the fight on the outside.
A solid leg kick lands there for Ekaku Jr.
Ekaku Jr buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Ekaku Jr scores with a jab to the head.
Ekaku Jr defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Anderson.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sparky Anderson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Decent striking displayed by Ekaku Jr there.
Ekaku Jr lands a jab.
That kick from Ekaku Jr tenderised Anderson's leg. Anderson is trying to keep his angry face on.
Anderson shoots in looking for a takedown but Ekaku Jr manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Anderson's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#T4#
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Ekaku Jr 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 Anderson has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Anderson and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Ekaku Jr blocks a head kick by Anderson.
Ekaku Jr misses with a low kick.
Anderson attempts a counter takedown but Ekaku Jr avoids it well and moves away.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ekaku Jr connects with an inside leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Anderson. Ekaku Jr does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ekaku Jr moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Ekaku Jr fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Anderson has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Ekaku Jr shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Anderson as he avoids it easily. #TD2#
Ekaku Jr darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Anderson is trying to stand up here but Ekaku Jr is controlling him well.
Anderson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Ekaku Jr controlling the action here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Hakuin Ekaku Jr dominated that fourth round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R5#
Anderson looks for a takedown but Ekaku Jr sprawls well.
Ekaku Jr lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Anderson tries to close the distance and clinch up but Ekaku Jr swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Ekaku Jr scoring well with a low kick there.
Anderson throws a push kick but Ekaku Jr slaps the foot to one side.
Ekaku Jr throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Anderson attempts a counter takedown but Ekaku Jr avoids it well and moves away.
Anderson shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Anderson throws out a loose jab but Ekaku Jr uses good head movement to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ekaku Jr works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Ekaku Jr attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Ekaku Jr darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Ekaku Jr scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Ekaku Jr works the jab nicely.#T1#
Ekaku Jr throws a body shot but no joy.
Anderson takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Ekaku Jr connects with an inside leg kick.
Ekaku Jr cracks a nice hook into Anderson's ribs.
Ekaku Jr misses with a body shot.
Ekaku Jr smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Anderson fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Ekaku Jr connects with the punch.
Ekaku Jr works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Anderson shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sparky Anderson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A bone on bone clash there as Anderson blocks the leg kick.
Anderson chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Ekaku Jr can pounce on him.
Anderson staying out of range there.
Anderson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ekaku Jr was well out of range. Poor timing from Anderson.
Sparky Anderson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Ekaku Jr connects with a crisp jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ekaku Jr takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Anderson ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Anderson tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Ekaku Jr lands a right hook to the body.
Anderson gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Anderson tries to clinch but Ekaku Jr is having none of it.
Ekaku Jr uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Anderson.
Ekaku Jr checks a low kick from Anderson.
Ekaku Jr lands with a cross.
Ekaku Jr cracks Anderson with a good jab.
Ekaku Jr smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Ekaku Jr throws a nice inside leg kick.
Ekaku Jr fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Anderson has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#T3#
That kick from Ekaku Jr tenderised Anderson's leg. Anderson is trying to keep his angry face on.
Ekaku Jr checks a low kick from Anderson.
Ekaku Jr thumps Anderson with a low kick.#TD#
Anderson feints and as Ekaku Jr raises his hands in defense, Anderson changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Ekaku Jr looking for a sweep. Not yet Ekaku Jr, not yet.
Anderson trying to control but Ekaku Jr is working from the bottom.
Ekaku Jr is trying to keep Anderson in close.
Anderson with a flurry of punches that miss.
Sparky Anderson overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Ekaku Jr keeping moving, preventing Anderson from controlling successfully.
Ekaku Jr wants to sweep here but Anderson controlling him for the moment. #T4#
Anderson lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Anderson throws a big right hand that misses.
Ekaku Jr manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Anderson manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Ekaku Jr controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB#
Anderson looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Ekaku Jr trying to control but Anderson is working from the bottom.
Ekaku Jr missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Hakuin Ekaku Jr comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Ekaku Jr 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 45:50
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 45:50
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 45:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Hakuin Ekaku Jr!
Hakuin Ekaku Jr is the new lightweight champion!
As Hakuin Ekaku Jr got his breath back, he grabbed the microphone and managed to blurt out the following: Thank you to my inspiration, my father, THE GREATEST EVER Hakuin "Zen" Ekaku.'.

Event: CEFC Fight Night 105
Date: Jul 04, 2017

#R1#
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Ekaku Jr.
Ekaku Jr looks to score with a jab to the body but Anderson is just out of range.
Ekaku Jr ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A punch lands to the side of Ekaku Jr 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Ekaku Jr throws a low kick but Anderson moves out of range easily.
Ekaku Jr looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A looping hook to the body misses from Anderson. Ekaku Jr does a little dance to reset his feet.
Anderson throws a body punch but Ekaku Jr moves out of range.
Anderson takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Anderson walks into a left hand.
Ekaku Jr looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Ekaku Jr has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Anderson finds it's way round the side to connect with Ekaku Jr's head.
Anderson lands with a hook. Ekaku Jr tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Ekaku Jr lands a body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Anderson uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ekaku Jr.
Ekaku Jr misses with a looping right.
Good leg kick by Anderson there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud. #T1#
Anderson throws a body shot but no joy.
Ekaku Jr ducks under a wild hook from Anderson.
Nice cross by Ekaku Jr.
Nice sprawl there from Anderson as Ekaku Jr shoots in.
Ekaku Jr fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Anderson manages to avoid it.
Ekaku Jr dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Ekaku Jr defending well as Anderson loads up on a big left hand.
Ekaku Jr avoids the body shot from Anderson.
Anderson looks to land a left hand but Ekaku Jr moved out of range nicely.
Anderson fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Ekaku Jr avoids it really well and circles away.
Hakuin Ekaku Jr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Anderson takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#TD#
Ekaku Jr looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#T2#
Anderson is looking to improve his position.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ekaku Jr is trying to control the action in half guard but Anderson is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Ekaku Jr thows a huge punch but Anderson dodges it nicely.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ekaku Jr is looking to stall here but Anderson recovers full guard.
Ekaku Jr looking to pass the guard.
Ekaku Jr trying to control but Anderson is working from the bottom.
Ekaku Jr's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Anderson is pulling down on Ekaku Jr's head to control his posture. #T3#
Ekaku Jr controlling from the top position.
Ekaku Jr slips nicely into half guard.
Ekaku Jr is looking to take a break and control but Anderson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Anderson is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Ekaku Jr's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Ekaku Jr's back!
Anderson really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Ekaku Jr.
Can Ekaku Jr hold on?! Anderson is landing more strikes to his hapless foe.
Anderson trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Ekaku Jr doesn't escape.
It looks like Anderson might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.#T4#
Ekaku Jr just trying to survive but Anderson is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Anderson tries to get the hooks in deep but Ekaku Jr pushed the leg off.
Ekaku Jr trying to control the position but Anderson manages to sink in the hooks.
Anderson really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Ekaku Jr.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Ekaku Jr is really stuck here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Sparky Anderson will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Good leg kick by Ekaku Jr there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Nice cross by Ekaku Jr.
Ekaku Jr fails with a takedown attempt.
Anderson is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Ekaku Jr with a body shot.
Ekaku Jr defending well as Anderson loads up on a big left hand.
Ekaku Jr tries to counter with a takedown but Anderson is quick to defend against it.
Anderson stuns Ekaku Jr with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Ekaku Jr on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Anderson is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ekaku Jr.
Anderson 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.
Sparky Anderson seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Anderson walks into a straight right hand from Ekaku Jr.
Anderson throws a leg kick but Ekaku Jr sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Anderson lands with a hook. Ekaku Jr tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Anderson on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Ekaku Jr. Ekaku Jr obviously looking to wear him down.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ekaku Jr jabs at Anderson's body.
Anderson feints and then cracks Ekaku Jr's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Ekaku Jr down.
Ekaku Jr keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Anderson.#T1#
Anderson ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Ekaku Jr tries to land a front kick but Anderson steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Ekaku Jr clobbers Anderson with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Anderson swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Anderson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ekaku Jr sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Jab by Ekaku Jr.
Ekaku Jr swats away the attempt to clinch by Anderson.
Anderson ducks under a wild hook from Ekaku Jr.
Ekaku Jr misses with a body shot.
Anderson jabs Ekaku Jr right on the nose. Ekaku Jr blinks but takes it well.
Ekaku Jr keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ekaku Jr. Anderson does a little dance to reset his feet.
A telegraphed right hand from Ekaku Jr misses the target.
Ekaku Jr lands with a good body shot.
Anderson throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Ekaku Jr stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ekaku Jr swings widly with a right hand
and Anderson counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Ekaku Jr tries to clinch but Anderson moves out of range.
Ekaku Jr closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
A looping hook to the body misses from Anderson. Ekaku Jr does a little dance to reset his feet.
Anderson tries to clinch up but Ekaku Jr circles away and keeps his distance.
Ekaku Jr jabs Anderson right on the nose. Anderson blinks but takes it well.
Ekaku Jr lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Ekaku Jr.
Anderson throws a low kick, looking for Ekaku Jr's leg but Ekaku Jr calmly moves out of range.
Anderson looks to throw the jab but Ekaku Jr is out of range.
Anderson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ekaku Jr misses with a straight right.
Ekaku Jr misses the shot to the body.
Ekaku Jr lands the left hand.
Anderson lands with an overhand left.
Anderson swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T3#
Ekaku Jr fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Ekaku Jr uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Anderson.
Ekaku Jr tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Anderson paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Anderson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ekaku Jr.#CL#
Ekaku Jr moves into range and clinches up with Anderson.
Anderson tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Anderson lands an uppercut.
Anderson tries to throw a body punch but Ekaku Jr avoids it by throwing Anderson back against the cage.
A short right from Anderson on the inside.
Ekaku Jr misses with the head strike.
Anderson misses with the head strike.
Ekaku Jr blocks a body shot from Anderson.
Anderson is leaning against Ekaku Jr and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Ekaku Jr tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Anderson's elbow.
Ekaku Jr blocks a body shot from Anderson.
Anderson goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T4#
Ekaku Jr misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Anderson lands a body shot in the clinch.
A short uppercut from Anderson.
Anderson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Anderson goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Anderson prevents a body shot from Ekaku Jr.
Anderson can't find room to land a body shot as Ekaku Jr controls the action.
Ekaku Jr blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Anderson misses with the head strike.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ekaku Jr lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Anderson tries a body shot but Ekaku Jr blocks it.
Anderson misses with a punch on the inside.
Anderson throws a head punch that misses.
Ekaku Jr tries to break the clinch but Anderson is controlling the position.
Anderson blocking some punches.
Anderson lands a body punch in the clinch.
Ekaku Jr fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Anderson.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ekaku Jr.
Ekaku Jr lands a left hand that snaps the head of Anderson backwards.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Sparky Anderson will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R3#
Ekaku Jr tries to score with a low kick but Anderson moves his leg out of the way.
Anderson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ekaku Jr sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Anderson misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Anderson darts in looking for a takedown but Ekaku Jr gets double underhooks and turns Anderson into the cage.
Anderson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ekaku Jr.
Ekaku Jr lands a jab to the nose.
Ekaku Jr lands with a hook. Anderson tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
A big left from Ekaku Jr misses.
Ekaku Jr misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Anderson.
Ekaku Jr misses with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anderson throws a body punch but Ekaku Jr moves out of range.
Anderson checks the leg kick nicely there.
Anderson lands a body shot.
Ekaku Jr scores with a jab. Anderson acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Ekaku Jr scores with a kick to the midsection.#T1#
Ekaku Jr throws a leg kick which misses Anderson's front leg but catches the back leg as Anderson tries to avoid it. #TD#
Anderson gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Anderson avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Anderson has Ekaku Jr pulled in close to control his posture.
Ekaku Jr trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ekaku Jr is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Ekaku Jr trying to control but Anderson is working from the bottom.
Ekaku Jr postures up in Anderson's guard and throws a big left but Anderson blocks it. #T2#
Anderson pulls Ekaku Jr in close to his closed guard and prevents Ekaku Jr from doing any damage or advancing position.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Ekaku Jr shoots in but no luck this time.
Ekaku Jr throws an overhand right that lands on Anderson's shoulder, as Anderson tries to avoid the shot.
Ekaku Jr scores with a jab. Anderson acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Ekaku Jr stalks Anderson and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Anderson's face. Anderson staggers backwards, shaken.
That kick from Ekaku Jr tenderised Anderson's leg. Anderson is trying to keep his angry face on.
Ekaku Jr misses with a hook. Anderson ducked under it nicely.
Ekaku Jr fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ekaku Jr avoids the body shot from Anderson.
Ekaku Jr cracks the inside of Anderson's front leg.
Ekaku Jr moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Anderson on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Anderson connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Ekaku Jr's hands.#T3#
Ekaku Jr lands with a right hand.
Anderson scores with a jab to the jaw.
Anderson misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Hakuin Ekaku Jr has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sparky Anderson.#CL#
Ekaku Jr rushes Anderson and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Ekaku Jr lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Anderson struggles to land a body shot inside as Ekaku Jr controls his hands.
Anderson pushes Ekaku Jr back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Anderson's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Ekaku Jr scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Anderson struggles to land a body shot inside as Ekaku Jr controls his hands.
Anderson blocks a body shot from Ekaku Jr.
Anderson misses with a punch on the inside. #BC#
Ekaku Jr breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL#
Ekaku Jr drives through and clinches with Anderson against the cage.
Anderson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Anderson swings wildly with an uppercut but Ekaku Jr uses good head movement to avoid it. #T4#
Ekaku Jr prevents a body shot from Anderson.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Ekaku Jr.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ekaku Jr throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Anderson misses with a short punch on the inside.
Anderson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Anderson misses with a body punch.
Sparky Anderson seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Ekaku Jr lands a hook that snaps the head of Anderson backwards.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Ekaku Jr.
Ekaku Jr tries a body shot but Anderson blocks it.
Ekaku Jr misses with a shot to the kidneys.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Anderson creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Anderson is working for takedown but Ekaku Jr is calmly controlling the position for now.
Anderson blocks a body shot from Ekaku Jr.
Ekaku Jr misses with a body punch.
Ekaku Jr scores with an uppercut up the middle.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Anderson misses with a hook to the ribs.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Hakuin Ekaku Jr clearly takes that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R4#
Ekaku Jr swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Anderson feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Ekaku Jrs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Ekaku Jr lands a nice shot to the body.
Ekaku Jr throws an overhand right that lands on Anderson's shoulder, as Anderson tries to avoid the shot.
Anderson 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.
Ekaku Jr connects with a body shot.
Ekaku Jr tries to land a body kick
and Ekaku Jr takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Anderson throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Good standup being displayed there by Ekaku Jr as he connects with a hook.
Ekaku Jr misses with a looping right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ekaku Jr thuds a left hand into Anderson's body.
Ekaku Jr dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Ekaku Jr throws a body punch but Anderson moves out of range.
Ekaku Jr misses with a low kick.
Ekaku Jr fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Anderson manages to avoid it.#T1#
Anderson lands a nice looking body shot.
Anderson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ekaku Jr.
Ekaku Jr tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Anderson manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Anderson gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Ekaku Jr closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Ekaku Jr tries to clinch up but Anderson circles away and keeps his distance.
Anderson looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Ekaku Jr uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Nice jab there from Ekaku Jr.
Anderson ducks under a wild hook from Ekaku Jr.
Anderson misses with a hook.
An inside leg kick lands from Anderson.
Anderson throws a solid leg kick but Ekaku Jr takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Anderson.
Ekaku Jr tries to counter with a takedown but Anderson is quick to defend against it.
Anderson takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
That kick from Ekaku Jr tenderised Anderson's leg. Anderson is trying to keep his angry face on.#T2#
Ekaku Jr is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Anderson.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ekaku Jr connects with a body shot.
Anderson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Ekaku Jr.
A shot to the body from Ekaku Jr misses
enabling Anderson to counter with a crisp jab.
Ekaku Jr has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Ekaku Jr there as he acknowledges the shot.
Anderson stuffs the takedown attempt from Ekaku Jr. Ekaku Jr gets slowly back to his feet.
Ekaku Jr closes the distance and clinches up with Anderson, looking for a takedown. Ekaku Jr pushes Anderson against the cage but Anderson circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Ekaku Jr's corner calls for a 1-2. Ekaku Jr obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
A leg kick checked by Anderson.
Anderson appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Ekaku Jr checks a leg kick.
Ekaku Jr buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
A big left from Anderson misses.
Ekaku Jr appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Anderson misses with a low kick as Ekaku Jr jumps back.#T3#
Ekaku Jr looks to throw the jab but Anderson is out of range.
Ekaku Jr misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Anderson.
Ekaku Jr tried to score with a low kick but Anderson checks it.
Anderson misses with a looping left.
Ekaku Jr digs a good hook to Anderson's body.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Anderson, right into the meat.
Anderson is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ekaku Jr.
Ekaku Jr stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Anderson looks to throw the jab but Ekaku Jr is out of range.
Ekaku Jr fails to land the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hakuin Ekaku Jr. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ekaku Jr bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Ekaku Jr misses with an uppercut. Anderson saw that one coming.
Ekaku Jr lands with a shot to the body.
Ekaku Jr misses with a hook to the body
and Ekaku Jr takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T4#
Anderson throws a chopping leg kick but Ekaku Jr manages to avoid taking any serious damage.#TD#
Ekaku Jr closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ekaku Jr is pressing down on Anderson's thigh, looking to free his foot. Anderson is holding on for now.
Ekaku Jr not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Ekaku Jr misses with a head shot. Anderson uses the momentum to regain guard.
Ekaku Jr is fighting to break Anderson's control of his arms but Anderson is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Ekaku Jr postures up in Anderson's guard and throws a big left but Anderson blocks it.
Hakuin Ekaku Jr overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Ekaku Jr preventing the sweep.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Hakuin Ekaku Jr had his way with Sparky Anderson in that round.
That's time! Ekaku Jr's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R5#
A swing and a miss from Ekaku Jr.
Anderson misses with a body shot.
Ekaku Jr throws a big shot that misses.#CL#
Ekaku Jr moves into range and clinches up with Anderson.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Ekaku Jr.
A short right from Anderson.
Ekaku Jr blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Anderson lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Ekaku Jr lands a shoulder strike.
Anderson tries to work over Ekaku Jr's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Ekaku Jr lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Anderson working aggressively here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ekaku Jr misses with a body punch.
A short right from Ekaku Jr.
Anderson lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Anderson working aggressively here.
Ekaku Jr lands a shot to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ekaku Jr. #T1#
Anderson tries a body shot but Ekaku Jr blocks it.
Anderson blocks a body shot from Ekaku Jr.
Anderson lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Anderson lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Ekaku Jr's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Ekaku Jr tries to throw a body punch but Anderson avoids it by throwing Ekaku Jr back against the cage.
Anderson makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Anderson misses with a short punch on the inside.
Anderson misses with some punches.
Ekaku Jr tries to throw a body punch but Anderson avoids it by throwing Ekaku Jr back against the cage.
Ekaku Jr taking a breather.
Ekaku Jr lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Anderson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ekaku Jr struggles to land a body shot inside as Anderson controls his hands.
Anderson has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Ekaku Jr pushes Anderson back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Ekaku Jr prevents a body shot from Anderson.
Nice body punch from Ekaku Jr. #T2#
Anderson tries to work over Ekaku Jr's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Ekaku Jr.
Anderson swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ekaku Jr gets through Anderson's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Anderson has a couple of punches blocked by Ekaku Jr.
Anderson misses with a punch to the body.
Anderson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Ekaku Jr creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ekaku Jr.
Anderson tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Anderson goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ekaku Jr tries to work over Anderson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Anderson lands an uppercut.
Anderson blocks a body shot from Ekaku Jr.
Ekaku Jr misses with a hook to the ribs.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Anderson creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Anderson.
Ekaku Jr tries a body shot but Anderson blocks it. #T3#
Ekaku Jr throws a punch but it's blocked by Anderson.
A short body shot lands from Ekaku Jr as the two fighters clinch.
Ekaku Jr blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ekaku Jr has a couple of punches blocked by Anderson.
Ekaku Jr throws a punch but it's blocked by Anderson.
Ekaku Jr struggles to land a body shot inside as Anderson controls his hands.
Anderson tries to work over Ekaku Jr's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Anderson misses with a punch on the inside.
Nice body punch from Anderson.
Ekaku Jr tries a body shot but Anderson blocks it.
Ekaku Jr misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A shot in the inside from Anderson.
Anderson misses with a hook from the clinch.
Nice body punch from Ekaku Jr - that landed with a thud.
Ekaku Jr misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ekaku Jr.
Ekaku Jr swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ekaku Jr misses with a punch on the inside. #T4#
A short uppercut from Ekaku Jr.
Ekaku Jr looking to slow down the pace here.
Anderson misses with the head strike.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Ekaku Jr.
Anderson lands a left hand that snaps the head of Ekaku Jr backwards.
Anderson scores with a hook to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD2#
Anderson works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Anderson controls from within his opponent's guard.
Ekaku Jr bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Anderson's guard. #REVR#
Ekaku Jr trying to control but Anderson is working from the bottom.
Anderson can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Ekaku Jr controls the pace.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Sparky Anderson.
I think Anderson 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 47:48
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 47:48
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 47:48

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sparky Anderson!
Sparky Anderson is the new lightweight champion!
A very excited looking Sparky Anderson rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.
Hakuin Ekaku Jr spoke after the fight, saying 'God Bless all. Thank you to my inspiration, my father, THE GREATEST EVER Hakuin "Zen" Ekaku.'.

Event: CEFC Fight Night 103
Date: Jun 17, 2017

#R1#
Anderson fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Ekaku Jr throws a quick inside leg kick.
Ekaku Jr moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Ekaku Jr misses with a looping left.
Anderson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Anderson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Ekaku Jr.
Ekaku Jr defending well as Anderson loads up on a big left hand.
Ekaku Jr takes a shot right to the bread basket.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Anderson lands with a light punch inside.
Ekaku Jr blocks a body shot from Anderson.
Ekaku Jr misses with a short punch on the inside.
Ekaku Jr doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Anderson is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Ekaku Jr gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Ekaku Jr misses with some punches.
Anderson lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Ekaku Jr.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ekaku Jr.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ekaku Jr lands a shoulder strike.
Ekaku Jr lands with a short shot to the head.
Ekaku Jr tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T1#
Anderson misses with a punch to the body.
Anderson misses with a short punch on the inside.
Anderson being controlled against the cage.
Ekaku Jr tries to throw a body punch but Anderson avoids it by throwing Ekaku Jr back against the cage.
Anderson blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #TD2#
Anderson has hold of one of Ekaku Jr's legs. Ekaku Jr is fighting the takedown attempt but Anderson gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Anderson content to stall in guard here.
Ekaku Jr pulls Anderson in close to his closed guard and prevents Anderson from doing any damage or advancing position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Anderson sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T2#
Ekaku Jr looking to control.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Anderson's corner is telling him to maintain position.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Ekaku Jr stuffs the takedown attempt from Anderson. Anderson gets slowly back to his feet.
Ekaku Jr pulls out of a head kick attempt.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Anderson! But no joy.
Ekaku Jr uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Anderson.
Ekaku Jr misses with a looping left.
Anderson tries a quick counter leg kick but Ekaku Jr is wise to it.
Ekaku Jr looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Anderson tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#T3#
A leg kick checked by Ekaku Jr.
Anderson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ekaku Jr.
Ekaku Jr lands a slapping body shot.
Hakuin Ekaku Jr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Anderson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Anderson throws the left hand but Ekaku Jr avoids the punch easily.
Ekaku Jr rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Anderson counters with a nice body shot.
Ekaku Jr throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Anderson attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Ekaku Jr comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#CL#
Ekaku Jr moves into the clinch.
Anderson lands a body shot in the clinch.
Ekaku Jr tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Anderson's elbow.
Ekaku Jr misses with a body punch.
Anderson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ekaku Jr tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Ekaku Jr lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Anderson backwards.
Anderson softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Stalling in the clinch from Ekaku Jr.
Anderson blocks a body shot from Ekaku Jr.
Anderson tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Ekaku Jr blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ekaku Jr tries to work over Anderson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Anderson throws a head punch that misses.
Ekaku Jr lands a body punch in the clinch.
Ekaku Jr misses with a hook to the ribs.
Anderson scores with a shot to the side of Ekaku Jr's head.
Anderson can't find room to land a body shot as Ekaku Jr controls the action.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Anderson.
Anderson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ekaku Jr lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Anderson drops down looking for an ankle pick but Ekaku Jr pulls his leg out and moves away.
Hakuin Ekaku Jr has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sparky Anderson.
Anderson tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Ekaku Jr is able to avoid easily.
Ekaku Jr tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Anderson was well out of range. Poor timing from Ekaku Jr.#CL2#
Anderson fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Ekaku Jr, pushing him back against the cage.
Ekaku Jr blocking some punches.
Anderson misses with a hook from the clinch.
Ekaku Jr blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
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 Hakuin Ekaku Jr will probably get the nod.
That's time! Ekaku Jr's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Anderson throws a looping overhand right but Ekaku Jr ducks down to avoid it.
Ekaku Jr scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Ekaku Jr misses with a body shot.
Ekaku Jr takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Ekaku Jr misses with a low kick.
Anderson looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Ekaku Jr lands a jab.
Anderson slips under a jab from Ekaku Jr.
Ekaku Jr ducks under a wild hook from Anderson.
Anderson fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Ekaku Jr slips under a jab.
Anderson on the wrong end of a nice jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ekaku Jr is looking to clinch.
Ekaku Jr fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Anderson manages to avoid it.
Anderson ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Ekaku Jr steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Anderson.
Ekaku Jr stuns Anderson with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#T1#
Ekaku Jr's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Anderson connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Ekaku Jr scrambles back to his feet.#CUT2#
It looks like Hakuin Ekaku Jr has been cut.
Ekaku Jr tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Anderson was well out of range. Poor timing from Ekaku Jr.
Ekaku Jr misses with an uppercut. Anderson saw that one coming.#CL#
Ekaku Jr clinches with his opponent.
Ekaku Jr tries a body shot but Anderson blocks it.
Ekaku Jr misses with a punch to the body.
A nice right hand lands inside from Ekaku Jr.
Hakuin Ekaku Jr has scored more points in the clinch so far.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Anderson.
Anderson tries to score a body lock takedown but Ekaku Jr shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Ekaku Jr tries a body shot but Anderson blocks it.
Ekaku Jr goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ekaku Jr misses with a short punch on the inside.
Ekaku Jr can't find room to land a body shot as Anderson controls the action.
Ekaku Jr lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Anderson presses Ekaku Jr against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Ekaku Jr prevents a body shot from Anderson.
Anderson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ekaku Jr lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #T2#
Ekaku Jr working aggressively here.
Anderson misses with a body punch.
Ekaku Jr misses with the head strike.
Anderson has a couple of punches blocked by Ekaku Jr.
Anderson misses with a hook from the clinch.
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!
Anderson pushes Ekaku Jr back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Anderson pushes Ekaku Jr back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
A body shot lands from Anderson.
Anderson blocks an uppercut.
Anderson prevents a body shot from Ekaku Jr.
Ekaku Jr lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Anderson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ekaku Jr's elbow.
Ekaku Jr slows down the pace here.
Ekaku Jr misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ekaku Jr fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ekaku Jr misses with the head strike.
Anderson prevents a body shot from Ekaku Jr.
Ekaku Jr prevents a body shot from Anderson. #T3#
Ekaku Jr can't find room to land a body shot as Anderson controls the action.
Anderson scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Anderson tries a body shot but Ekaku Jr blocks it.
A right hook to the body lands for Anderson.
Anderson has a couple of punches blocked by Ekaku Jr.
Anderson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Anderson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ekaku Jr misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Anderson doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ekaku Jr misses with a hook from the clinch.
Anderson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Anderson swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Anderson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Anderson prevents a body shot from Ekaku Jr.
Anderson tries to throw a body punch but Ekaku Jr avoids it by throwing Anderson back against the cage.
Ekaku Jr tries to stall but Anderson uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Ekaku Jr tries to work over Anderson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Anderson.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Anderson.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Anderson.#T4#
Anderson makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Anderson swings wildly with an uppercut but Ekaku Jr uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ekaku Jr misses with a hook from the clinch.
Ekaku Jr dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Ekaku Jr lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Ekaku Jr blocking some punches.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ekaku Jr scores with a shoulder strike.
Anderson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ekaku Jr's elbow.
Anderson lands a shot to the body.
Ekaku Jr blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Anderson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Anderson lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Anderson lands a body punch.
A nice left hand lands by Anderson.
Ekaku Jr tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Anderson's elbow.
Anderson blocking some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Anderson.
Anderson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
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 Hakuin Ekaku Jr will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Hakuin Ekaku Jr's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R3#
Anderson lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Ekaku Jr moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Anderson's corner calls for a 1-2. Anderson obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Ekaku Jr doesn't manage to clinch there - Anderson circles away. #CL#
Ekaku Jr closes the distance and clinches.
Nice body punch from Anderson.
Anderson makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Ekaku Jr doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ekaku Jr misses with some punches.
Anderson lands with a short shot to the head.
Anderson blocks a body shot from Ekaku Jr.
Anderson misses with a hook from the clinch.
Anderson lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Anderson tries to throw a body punch but Ekaku Jr avoids it by throwing Anderson back against the cage.
Anderson lands a hook that snaps the head of Ekaku Jr backwards.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ekaku Jr tries to throw a body punch but Anderson avoids it by throwing Ekaku Jr back against the cage.
Ekaku Jr blocks an uppercut.
Ekaku Jr goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Anderson misses with the head strike. #T1#
Anderson prevents a body shot from Ekaku Jr.
Ekaku Jr tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Anderson's elbow.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Ekaku Jr.
Ekaku Jr misses with a short punch on the inside.
Anderson lands a hook that snaps the head of Ekaku Jr backwards. #TD2#
Anderson works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Anderson being controlled here momentarily.
Anderson controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Anderson's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Anderson won't allow Ekaku Jr to sweep him here.
Anderson postures up. #T2#
Anderson preventing the sweep.
Ekaku Jr can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Anderson controls the pace.
Ekaku Jr seems keen to control Anderson's posture.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Anderson misses the shot to the body.
Ekaku Jr misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Anderson.
It seemed like Anderson was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Ekaku Jr scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Ekaku Jr misses with a body shot
and Anderson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Ekaku Jr throws a looping overhand right but Anderson ducks down to avoid it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ekaku Jr attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Ekaku Jr tries to close the distance and clinch but Anderson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Anderson takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Ekaku Jr wants to clinch up but Anderson keeps it at a distance.
Ekaku Jr lands with an overhand left.#T3#
The crowd cheers as Ekaku Jr lands an impressive looking overhand right. Anderson doesn't seem phased though.
Jab from Anderson.
Ekaku Jr misses with a straight right.
Hakuin Ekaku Jr is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Anderson takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Ekaku Jr throws an off balance right hand
and Anderson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Anderson takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Anderson misses with a body punch
and Ekaku Jr counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Anderson works Ekaku Jr's body with a nice hook.
Anderson will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Ekaku Jr keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Anderson.
A looping hook to the body misses from Anderson. Ekaku Jr does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ekaku Jr throws a left and a right that both miss
and Anderson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ekaku Jr loads up on a big right hand but Anderson slips the punch.#CL2#
Anderson rushes Ekaku Jr and presses him up against the cage.#T4#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ekaku Jr.
Anderson throws a head punch that misses.
Ekaku Jr goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Anderson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ekaku Jr's elbow.
Ekaku Jr misses with a hook to the ribs.
Anderson struggles to land a body shot inside as Ekaku Jr controls his hands.
Anderson lands a left hand.
Anderson working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Ekaku Jr struggles to land a body shot inside as Anderson controls his hands.
Anderson tries to throw a body punch but Ekaku Jr avoids it by throwing Anderson back against the cage.
Ekaku Jr lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Anderson works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Anderson throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Ekaku Jrs head.
Anderson lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Ekaku Jr.
Ekaku Jr softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Anderson lands a left hand.
Anderson blocking some punches.
Ekaku Jr blocks an uppercut.
Anderson throws a punch but it's blocked by Ekaku Jr.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sparky Anderson really dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Hakuin Ekaku Jr's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R4#
Ekaku Jr moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Ekaku Jr missing with a left hand there. Anderson was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Anderson circles away from the clinch attempt.
Ekaku Jr throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ekaku Jr takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Ekaku Jr misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Anderson counters with a thumping low kick.
A left lands for Anderson.
Ekaku Jr tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Anderson paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Anderson throws a leg kick but Ekaku Jr sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Anderson tests Ekaku Jr's chin there with a solid looking shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ekaku Jr scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Ekaku Jr ducks under a wild hook from Anderson.
Anderson jabbing away but nothing is landing. #TD2#
Anderson shoots in and bounces Ekaku Jr off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.#T1#
Ekaku Jr wants to hit a switch here but Anderson passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Ekaku Jr there!
Anderson trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Ekaku Jr tries to hold on but Anderson postures up.
Ekaku Jr is in all sorts of trouble here.
Anderson controlling from mount. #T2#
Ekaku Jr taking shots to the head.
Ekaku Jr is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Anderson trying to control but Ekaku Jr is having none of it.
Anderson throwing shots from mount but they're not landing.
Anderson controlling the position easily from mount.
Ekaku Jr keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Sparky Anderson has got the better of the ground game so far.#T3#
Anderson throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
Anderson takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Anderson avoids the attempt from Ekaku Jr to control.
Anderson controlling from the full mount.
Let's hope that Anderson 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 ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ekaku Jr is looking to get to half guard.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Anderson controlling the position easily from mount.
Ekaku Jr working to try and regain half guard.
Anderson controlling his opponent.
Anderson prevents Ekaku Jr from getting the reversal.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Anderson trying to control but Ekaku Jr is having none of it.
Ekaku Jr is in all sorts of trouble here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sparky Anderson dominated that fourth round.
The cut man is working on Hakuin Ekaku Jr's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R5#
Anderson misses with a takedown attempt
and Ekaku Jr counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Anderson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ekaku Jr.
Sparky Anderson seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Anderson throws a predictable looking body shot
and Ekaku Jr counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Ekaku Jr slips a jab from Anderson.
Anderson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ekaku Jr moves away.
Anderson walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
A punch combination from Ekaku Jr misses.
Anderson moves out of range as Ekaku Jr strikes.
Ekaku Jr avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #CL#
Ekaku Jr rushes Anderson and presses him up against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ekaku Jr tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Anderson's elbow.
A short right from Ekaku Jr on the inside.
Anderson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Anderson tries to work over Ekaku Jr's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Anderson tries to throw a body punch but Ekaku Jr avoids it by throwing Anderson back against the cage.
Anderson goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T1#
Ekaku Jr digs a right hand into Anderson's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Anderson's gas tank.
Ekaku Jr lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Ekaku Jr blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Anderson tries to work over Ekaku Jr's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Ekaku Jr lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A short right from Anderson on the inside.
Ekaku Jr blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Anderson struggles to land a body shot inside as Ekaku Jr controls his hands.
Ekaku Jr prevents a body shot from Anderson.
Ekaku Jr's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Anderson misses with a punch to the body.
Anderson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Anderson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ekaku Jr working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Anderson tries to work over Ekaku Jr's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Anderson.
Ekaku Jr working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Anderson blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T2#
A hook to the body from Ekaku Jr.
Anderson tries to throw a body punch but Ekaku Jr avoids it by throwing Anderson back against the cage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ekaku Jr misses with some punches.
Ekaku Jr lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Anderson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ekaku Jr fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ekaku Jr blocks a body shot from Anderson.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Anderson.
Ekaku Jr has a couple of punches blocked by Anderson.
Anderson tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Ekaku Jr lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Anderson goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Anderson tries to throw a body punch but Ekaku Jr avoids it by throwing Anderson back against the cage.
Anderson has a couple of punches blocked by Ekaku Jr.
Anderson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ekaku Jr struggles to land a body shot inside as Anderson controls his hands.
Anderson struggles to land a body shot inside as Ekaku Jr controls his hands. #T3#
Ekaku Jr misses with a body punch.
Anderson lands with a short shot to the head.
Anderson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ekaku Jr lands a hook that snaps the head of Anderson backwards.
Ekaku Jr pushes Anderson back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Anderson is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Anderson lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Ekaku Jr or not.
Ekaku Jr goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ekaku Jr misses with a hook from the clinch.
Ekaku Jr swings wildly with an uppercut but Anderson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ekaku Jr lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Ekaku Jr blocking some punches.
Anderson throws a punch but it's blocked by Ekaku Jr.
Anderson can't find room to land a body shot as Ekaku Jr controls the action.
Anderson lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Anderson works on Ekaku Jr's body with a couple of short punches.
Ekaku Jr fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Anderson digs a right hand into Ekaku Jr's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Ekaku Jr's gas tank. #T4#
Ekaku Jr misses with some punches.
Ekaku Jr is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Anderson tries a body shot but Ekaku Jr blocks it.
Ekaku Jr presses Anderson against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Anderson misses with the head strike.
Ekaku Jr misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ekaku Jr lands with a light punch inside.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Anderson has a couple of punches blocked by Ekaku Jr.
A head punch on the inside from Anderson fails to land.
Ekaku Jr tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Anderson's elbow.
Anderson misses with a hook from the clinch.
Ekaku Jr prevents a body shot from Anderson.
Ekaku Jr fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Ekaku Jr.
A left hand lands to the body for Anderson.
Ekaku Jr is trying to push Anderson away but Anderson has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Ekaku Jr swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Anderson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ekaku Jr's elbow.

And that's the end of the fight!
Hakuin Ekaku Jr showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Ekaku Jr 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge William Peck scores the fight 48:48
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 48:48
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 48:48

The fight is ruled a draw!
Hakuin Ekaku Jr retains his title. It's always disappointing when a championship fight ends as a draw but that's what happens when you leave the fight in the judges hands!

Event: CEFC Live 35
Date: Jun 08, 2017

#R1#
Dall tries for a takedown but Anderson sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Ryzen Dall seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dall buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick. #TD2#
Anderson throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Dall was covering up waiting for the punch and Anderson finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Dall definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Dall has his foot on Anderson's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Anderson works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Anderson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Dall has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Anderson has managed to get both his arms back between Dall's legs - danger averted.
Dall trying to keep a closed guard but Anderson is proving a slippery customer.
Anderson slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dall working a defensive guard here. #T1##SUB#
Anderson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Dall has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Anderson has managed to get both his arms back between Dall's legs - danger averted.
Anderson is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB#
Dall throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Anderson controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB#
Dall has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Anderson can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Anderson not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Anderson is pushing down on Dall's leg trying to pass to half guard. Dall is fighting to maintain full guard but Anderson has managed to sneak the leg through.
Anderson slows the pace down in half guard. #SUB#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Dall looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Dall looking for submissions off his back.#T3#
Anderson is trying to control. Dall wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Anderson lands with an uppercut that bounces Dall off the cage and back into range.
Anderson thows a leg kick but Dall checks it #TD#
and Dall counters with a nice double leg into side control. Anderson won't be happy with that. #SUB#
Dall tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
Dall goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Anderson has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Dall but great work by Anderson.
You can see the frustration on Dall's face as Anderson controls the position.
Anderson trying to control the action but Dall is working from the bottom.
Dall tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Anderson wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T4#
Anderson is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Dall tries to buck Anderson off but Anderson is having none of it.#SUB2#
Anderson working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dall tries to improve position but can't.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dall trying to remain calm as Anderson controls from the top position.
Dall is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sparky Anderson 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#
Anderson closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #TD#
Dall shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Dall showed some decent athleticism there.
Anderson is looking for a sweep. Dall is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dall frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Anderson is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Dall goes for an armbar but Anderson turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Anderson.
Sparky Anderson has got the better of the ground game so far.
Dall wants to sweep but no luck. #T1#
Anderson looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Dall isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Anderson stacks Dall 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 Anderson!
Anderson controlling the position from side mount.
Dall is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
A lull in the action here as Anderson stalls from top position.
Dall is not content to let Anderson control the position. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Dall struggling a bit here.
Anderson wants to control but Dall is keeping him busy.
Dall is looking to reverse the position.
Anderson wants to control but Dall is keeping him busy.
Dall is trying to get back to half guard.
A lull in the action here.#T3#
Anderson lands a few punches from side control.
Anderson takes a little break here. Dall wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Anderson wants to control but Dall is keeping him busy.
Dall is looking for a sweep.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Dall is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Anderson's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Anderson is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #SUB#
Dall is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Anderson pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Dall looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Anderson controlling the pace.
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 Ryzen Dall will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Anderson shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Dall but Dall pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Dall throws a hook but Anderson blocks it.
Dall dives in and grabs Anderson's left leg, looking for a takedown. Anderson pushes down on Dall's head and hops out.#CL2#
Anderson closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Anderson lands a left hand.
Anderson lands a right hand.
Dall lands a left hand.
A short right from Anderson.
Anderson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Anderson doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Anderson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anderson misses with some punches.
Dall lands a right hand that snaps the head of Anderson backwards.
Dall has a couple of punches blocked by Anderson.
Dall blocking some punches.
Anderson goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #BC#
Dall manages to break the clinch. #T1#
Dall misses with a lunging right hand
and Anderson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Dall pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.#TD#
Dall feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Anderson keeping full guard, as Dall tries to pass.
Dall is looking to advance position but Anderson has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVB#
Anderson looking to control and managing it successfully.
Dall regains half guard.
Anderson is pressing down on Dall's thigh, looking to free his foot. Dall is holding on for now.
Anderson controlling the action here. #T2##SUB#
Dall looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Anderson controlling the pace.
Dall regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB#
Dall looking for subs off his back but Anderson has passed one foot through into half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dall is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Anderson jumps into side control!#T3#
Dall is trying to get back to half guard.
You can see the frustration on Dall's face as Anderson controls the position.
Anderson is looking to take a break and control but Dall is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Dall tries to get back to half guard but can't.
A lull in the action here.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Anderson is looking to take a break and control but Dall is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Dall regains half guard.#SUB#
Dall actively working from the bottom here.
Dall is trying to get back to full guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Anderson in particular looking to stall.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sparky Anderson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Anderson 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 Trevor Gratis scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 28:29
Judge William Peck scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sparky Anderson!
Sparky Anderson spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.

Event: CEFC 240
Date: May 13, 2017

#R1#
Leeroy throws a sloppy body shot
and Anderson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Some bone on bone action there as Anderson checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. #CL2#
Anderson closes the distance and clinches.
Leeroy misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nice body punch from Anderson - that landed with a thud.
A nice right hand lands inside from Anderson.
Nice body punch from Anderson - that landed with a thud.
Anderson lands a left hand that snaps the head of Leeroy backwards.
Leeroy misses with a hook from the clinch.
Still in the clinch, Anderson scores with a nice short uppercut.
Anderson lands a hook that snaps the head of Leeroy backwards. #ROC2#
Leeroy is rocked!
Anderson pushes Leeroy against the cage. Anderson is working some dirty boxing. Anderson pushes off with a quick right hook! Leeroy goes down! Leeroy tries to stand but stumbles back to his kness! Anderson moves in to finish and the ref steps in to prevent any more damage!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sparky Anderson!
After the fight, Sparky Anderson was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

Event: CEFC 239
Date: May 05, 2017

#R1#
The fighters circle momentarily. Anderson darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Jag moves in looking to clinch but Anderson pushes him off.
Jag tries to close the distance and clinch up but Anderson swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Jag 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.
Jag tries to close the distance and clinch up but Anderson swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Anderson is looking to slow Jag down with leg kicks.
Jag tries to close the distance and clinch but Anderson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL#
Anderson clinches.
Anderson gets through Jag's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#KD#
Anderson drops Jag onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! Jag is propped up by the cage and works his way back to his feet!#ROC#
Jag is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Jaromir Jag has been cut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Anderson creates some distance for himself and unleashes a massive uppercut that sends Jag's eyes rolling into the back of his head! Jag drops to his knees and Anderson pours it on with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sparky Anderson!
Sparky Anderson was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

Event: T185 Makarenko vs Rubin III
Date: Apr 16, 2017

#R1#
Anderson throws a solid leg kick but Hughes takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Anderson.
Anderson looks to land a left hand but Hughes moved out of range nicely.
Hughes swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Hughes lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Anderson circles away quickly and effectively.
Anderson uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Hughes has time to react.
Anderson avoids a punch combination nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anderson connects with a crisp jab.
Hughes lands with a nice body punch.
Anderson swings for the body but Hughes moves out of range. #T1#
Anderson just misses with a punch to the body.
Hughes checks a low kick from Anderson.
Anderson dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Hughes. That did some damage!
Anderson lands a glancing blow to the side of Hughes's head.
Hughes walks into a jab.
Anderson fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Anderson lands a head shot.
Sparky Anderson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Anderson comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Hughes keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hughes changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Anderson lands a nice shot that snaps Hughes's head back. #T2#
Hughes moves out of range as Anderson strikes.
Anderson chopping away at his opponent's legs.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Anderson lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Anderson slips a jab from Hughes.
Anderson cracks a nice hook into Hughes's ribs.
Anderson scores with a punch to the head.
Hughes chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Anderson can pounce on him.
Nice cross by Anderson.
Anderson misses with a looping right.
Hughes tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#T3##TD#
Anderson shoots in and bounces Hughes off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.#ROC#
Hughes is rocked!
Anderson advances to half guard.
Hughes is still in real trouble! Can Anderson finish him?
Anderson controlling the action here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hughes seems to have recovered his senses.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Anderson lands a nice short elbow.
Hughes regains full guard. Nicely done.
Hughes wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Anderson is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Anderson has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T4#
Hughes bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Anderson's guard. #REVB#
Hughes trying to control but Anderson is working from the bottom.
Hughes must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Hughes loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Hughes stopping the sweep attempt from Anderson.
Hughes throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Anderson trying to control the position here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sparky Anderson dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Anderson lands a jab to the nose.
Anderson defending well as Hughes loads up on a big left hand.
Anderson is looking to clinch but Hughes is avoiding it.
Hughes fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Anderson circles and sees the opportunity to plant his feet and throw a really nice straight left hand that drops Hughes to the canvas! Hughes doesn't know where he is but he's trying to survive - Anderson keeps piling on the pressure and forces the referee to step in! This one is aaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:42 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sparky Anderson!
Post fight, Sparky Anderson took to the microphone: 'You know we took this fight on 2 day's notice, now I'm putting the division on notice... I'm coming boys.'.

Event: T177: McKane v Karter
Date: Feb 12, 2017

#R1#
Matoshin cracks Bush with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Bush slips a straight right by Matoshin.
Bush now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Matoshin motions for Bush to come forward. Matoshin throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bush! But no joy.
Matoshin misses with a right hand
and Bush makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Bush connects with a jab.
A jab from Matoshin misses.
Matoshin dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Bush. That did some damage!
Matoshin seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Matoshin feints and then cracks Bush's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Bush down.
Bush looks to throw the jab but Matoshin is out of range.
Matoshin checks a leg kick nicely.
Bush uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Matoshin.
Matoshin misses with a body punch
and Matoshin takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bush has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Matoshin.
A telegraphed right hand from Bush misses the target.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL2#
Bush clinches up with Matoshin and pushes him back against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Bush fails to land.
Matoshin misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T1#
Bush is looking to take this one to the mat.
Matoshin pushes Bush back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Bush goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A short right from Matoshin.
Matoshin prevents a body shot from Bush.
Bush lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A body shot lands from Bush.
Matoshin misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Bush fails to land.
Matoshin misses with a body punch.
Bush misses with a hook from the clinch.
Nice body punch from Matoshin. #TD2#
Matoshin is fighting off a takedown attempt but Bush is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Matoshin to the mat. Matoshin regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Matoshin seems keen to control Bush's posture.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bush controlling from the top position. #T2#
Bush being controlled here momentarily.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bush pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Matoshin is keeping the position for now.
Bush pushing down on Matoshin's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T3#
Matoshin trying to control but Bush postures up.
Bush perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Matoshin trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Matoshin wants to control but Bush is having none of it.
Bush tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T4#
Matoshin tries to lock up and control but Bush gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Bush controlling the position easily from mount.
Matoshin is wriggling around trying to escape.
Matoshin manages to control the position for a moment.
Matoshin wants to hold on but Bush pushes him away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Harry Bush 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##CL2#
Bush gets a clinch.
Bush can't find room to land a body shot as Matoshin controls the action.
Bush is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Matoshin pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Bush fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bush lands a left hand that snaps the head of Matoshin backwards.
Matoshin wants a takedown.
Good body shot from Matoshin.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Matoshin.
Bush lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Matoshin backwards.
A right hook to the body lands for Bush.
Matoshin lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Bush 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.
A short body shot lands from Matoshin as the two fighters clinch.
Matoshin misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bush fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Matoshin misses with a body punch.
Bush has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#BC#
Matoshin breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Matoshin lands a nice looking body shot. #T1#
Matoshin throws a leg kick
and Bush counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Matoshin scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Matoshin scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Bush digs a good body shot into Matoshin's ribs.
Matoshin tries to clinch but Bush moves away
enabling Bush to counter with a crisp jab.
Matoshin lands a jab.
A low kick from Matoshin misses
and Bush counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Matoshin tries to close the distance and clinch but Bush swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Bush checks the leg kick.
Matoshin scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Toshi Matoshin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Matoshin steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bush.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bush fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Matoshin manages to avoid it.
Matoshin throws out a loose jab but Bush uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bush doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Toshi Matoshin is winning the standup battle so far.
Matoshin has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Matoshin there as he acknowledges the shot.#T2#
A telegraphed right hand from Matoshin misses the target.
Bush has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Bush smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Bush shoots in but Matoshin avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Bush moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Bush lands a head shot.
Toshi Matoshin is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bush tries to clinch up.
Matoshin misses with a straight left.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bush! But no joy.
Bush steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Matoshin.
Matoshin throws a lazy head kick
and Bush counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#ROC2#
Matoshin is rocked!#CL#
Matoshin closes the distance and clinches.
Matoshin wants to break free but Bush has control. #T3#
Bush struggles to land a body shot inside as Matoshin controls his hands.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Matoshin.
Bush blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Matoshin gets through Bush's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Bush swings wildly with an uppercut but Matoshin uses good head movement to avoid it.
Matoshin misses with a body punch.
Bush's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Bush tries to throw a body punch but Matoshin avoids it by throwing Bush back against the cage.
Bush misses with a punch on the inside.
Bush lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Bush tries to work over Matoshin's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bush goes for a takedown in the clinch but Matoshin prevents it.
Toshi Matoshin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Harry Bush.
Bush doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Bush lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Matoshin blocks a body shot from Bush.
Matoshin lands with a short shot to the head.
Matoshin tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bush's elbow. #T4#
Matoshin throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Bush swings wildly with an uppercut but Matoshin uses good head movement to avoid it.
A right handed body shot lands from Matoshin.
Bush prevents the takedown attempt.
Matoshin is pressed up against the cage. Bush has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Matoshin down to the mat. Matoshin avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Matoshin lands a right hook to the body.
Matoshin throws a solid leg kick but Bush takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Matoshin.
Bush looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#CL2#
Bush takes the fight into the clinch.
Matoshin misses with the head strike.
Matoshin blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Bush misses with a body punch.
Matoshin misses with a punch on the inside.
Matoshin working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Bush misses with a punch to the body.
A right hand to the body from Matoshin.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Harry Bush will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Matoshin digs a good hook to Bush's body.
Matoshin bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Bush's head backwards.
Bush bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bush appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Matoshin works the jab nicely.
Matoshin misses with a head kick.
Matoshin throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bush counters with a thumping low kick.
Matoshin throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Bush now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Bush tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Matoshin is looking to counter punch.
That kick from Matoshin tenderised Bush's leg. Bush is trying to keep his angry face on.
Matoshin misses the shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bush checks a leg kick.
Matoshin misses with a body punch
and Bush counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT2#
It looks like Toshi Matoshin has been cut.
Bush moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Matoshin rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bush makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#T1#
Matoshin throws a chopping leg kick but Bush manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
A clash of legs there as Bush blocks the low kick.
Bush appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Matoshin connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Bush momentarily.
Matoshin swats away the attempt to clinch by Bush.
Bush checks the leg kick.
Matoshin lands with a nice body punch.
Bush throws a low kick but it's checked well by Matoshin.
Matoshin motions for Bush to come forward. Matoshin throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Matoshin takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Matoshin slips under a jab.
Bush waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Matoshin.
Matoshin throws a body punch but Bush moves out of range.
Bush was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Toshi Matoshin has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
A big left from Bush misses.
Bush connects with a leg kick. Matoshin looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
A left lands for Matoshin.
Bush slips a jab from Matoshin.
Bush moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Matoshin, as that shot connected.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Matoshin scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#ROC#
Bush is rocked!
Matoshin misses the jab.
Bush looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Bush is still on wobbly legs! Can Matoshin finish him?
Matoshin connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Matoshin keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Matoshin seems to be stalking Bush here. He circles momentarily and then unleashes a devastating head kick! Bush drops like a stone, out cold! WOW! Are you kidding me!? What a knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:45 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Toshi Matoshin!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Toshi Matoshin waved his t-shirt featuring Pearson Specter Litt's logo in front of the cameras.
The defeated Harry Bush had this to say: 'Shout out to my team, we took this one on 2 day's notice, we are going to figure this out and ill be back soon!'.

Event: gc131.5
Date: Jan 11, 2017

#R1#
47 defending well as Creepy loads up on a big left hand.
47 moves out of range as Creepy strikes.
47 connects with the punch.
47 throws an off balance right hand
and Creepy counters with a straight right hand.
47 throws a front kick that sends Creepy stumbling back into the cage.
47 misses with a body shot.
Creepy misses with a looping right.
47 tries to counter with a takedown but Creepy is quick to defend against it.
Creepy on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by 47. 47 obviously looking to wear him down.
47 feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Creepy's calf.
An inside leg kick from 47 misses.
No luck with that takedown attempt from 47.
Creepy feints the counter takedown.
Creepy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but 47 moves away.
47 throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Creepy stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Creepy takes a body punch but keeps moving.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nice uppercut there from Creepy.
47 goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
47 pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
A slapping leg kick lands for Creepy. #T1#
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from 47.
A looping hook to the body misses from Creepy. 47 does a little dance to reset his feet.
47 tries to counter with a takedown but Creepy is quick to defend against it.
No joy there for Creepy, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
47 throws a push kick but Creepy slaps the foot to one side.
47 takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
47 scores with a shot to the body.
47 rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #TD2#
and Creepy counters with a takedown into side control.
47 defending against the ground and pound.
47 tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Creepy wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
47 manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Creepy tries to kick 47 off but 47 keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
47 sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Creepy defending well though.
47 thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
47 will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T2#
47 is pressing down on Creepy's thigh, looking to free his foot. Creepy is holding on for now.
47 wants to lay and pray for a moment but Creepy keeps working.
Creepy is trying to stand back up but 47 is controlling him
47 is pressing down on Creepy's thigh, looking to free his foot. Creepy is holding on for now. #ES2#
Creepy pushes 47 off and gets back to his feet.
47 fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Creepy misses with a straight left.
Creepy jabs at 47's body.
Uncle Creepy is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
The fighters circling - Creepy throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
47 throws a looping overhand right but Creepy ducks down to avoid it.
Creepy takes one on the chin but seems OK. #T3#
47 fails to land with a series of punches.
Agent 47 seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Creepy misses with a looping left.
47 throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Creepy swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Creepy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Creepy lands a nice looking body shot.
47 shoots in for a takedown but Creepy shows good takedown defense.
Creepy throws a lazy right hand but 47 sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Creepy connects with a body shot.
47 throws a leg kick which misses Creepy's front leg but catches the back leg as Creepy tries to avoid it.
47 misses the shot to the body.
Creepy throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Creepy is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by 47.
47 attempts a counter takedown but Creepy avoids it well and moves away.
47 ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A clash of legs there as 47 blocks the low kick.
47 bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Creepy's head backwards.
Creepy uses good head movement to avoid the hook from 47.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts 47, as that shot connected. #T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Creepy avoids a kick to the body.
Creepy swings away with a leg kick that misses.
47 misses with a few strikes there.
Creepy changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Creepy throws an overhand right that lands on 47's shoulder, as 47 tries to avoid the shot.
Danga de danga de dang - 47 scores with a four punch combination!
Creepy fakes high and swings low for a body shot but 47 manages to avoid it.
47 attempts a counter takedown but Creepy avoids it well and moves away.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by 47.
47 lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Creepy scores with a jab. 47 acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
47 looks to score with a jab to the body but Creepy is just out of range.
Creepy scores with a shot to the body.
47 blocks a jab.
47 swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
47 slips a straight right by Creepy.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
47 cracks Creepy with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Creepy throws a leg kick which misses 47's front leg but catches the back leg as 47 tries to avoid it.
47 scores with the left hand. Creepy knows he should have avoided that one.
A bone on bone clash there as Creepy blocks the leg kick.
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 Agent 47 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#
A cross from Creepy lands.
47 uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Creepy.
47 is looking for a counter combo.
Creepy fails with an attempt to clinch.
Creepy throws an uppercut from half a mile away. 47 sees it coming and avoids it easily.
47 is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Creepy fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
47 will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Creepy with the counter takedown but 47 avoids it easily.
Creepy moves out of range of the body kick.
47 takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Creepy throws a nice looking combination but 47 bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Creepy takes one to the chin there.
47 goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. #TD#
47 shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
47 wants to work for an arm triangle but Creepy is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
47 prevents Creepy from standing back up. #T1#
Creepy is refusing to be controlled, as 47 sits in half guard.
47 looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Creepy with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
47 thows a huge punch but Creepy dodges it nicely.
47 trying to control from Creepy's half guard. Creepy has other ideas though and has regained full guard. #ES2#
Creepy has his feet on 47's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
A combination from 47 does no damage.
Creepy misses the shot to the body.
47 misses with a wild body shot.
It looks like 47 has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
47 is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Creepy.
47 moves out of range of the strikes.#T2#
Creepy tried to score with a low kick but 47 checks it.
Agent 47 is winning the standup battle so far.
Nice jab there from Creepy.
47 steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Creepy.
Creepy tries to move into range but 47 moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
A punch lands to the side of Creepy 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
47 throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
47 checks a leg kick.
47 shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
47 throws a leg kick but Creepy checks it.
47 works Creepy's body with a nice hook.
A jab lands there for Creepy.
47 cracks Creepy with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
A leg kick checked by 47.
47 misses with a hook to the body
and Creepy counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Creepy tries to land a leg kick but 47 saw it coming and moves away.
Creepy lands a slapping body shot.
Creepy has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from 47.#T3#
Creepy connects with a jab.
47 is looking to land body kicks.
47 is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
47 cracks Creepy with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
47 tried to score with a low kick but Creepy checks it.
47 shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Creepy sprawls well. Creepy wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. 47 gets slowly back to his feet.
Creepy misses with a body shot.
47 tests Creepy's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Creepy throws a quick inside leg kick.
Creepy slips a straight right by 47.
47 misses with a wild body shot.
Creepy cracks 47 with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
47 throws a right and a left that Creepy avoids nicely.
Creepy misses with an uppercut. 47 saw that one coming.
Creepy fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt 47.#T4#
Creepy throws an uppercut from half a mile away. 47 sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Creepy wants to clinch up but 47 keeps it at a distance.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A bone on bone clash there as 47 blocks the leg kick.
Creepy doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
47 is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Creepy.
Creepy takes a swing at 47's ribcage but misses.
Creepy lands a jab to 47's midsection.
A nice leg kick lands there from Creepy.
Creepy walks into a straight right hand from 47.
Creepy thows a body kick. 47 tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Creepy moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Creepy slips under a jab.
47 looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Creepy ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
An inside leg kick lands from Creepy.
47 steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Creepy.
47 half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Creepy bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps 47's head backwards.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Uncle Creepy showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Creepy throws a leg kick which misses 47's front leg but catches the back leg as 47 tries to avoid it.
Creepy thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on 47 if he has to take too many more of those.
47 moves out of range of the body kick from Creepy.
Creepy jabs at 47's body.
A big right from Creepy misses.
47 swings for the body but Creepy moves out of range.
47 ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Creepy takes a body punch but keeps moving.
47 looks to land a combination but Creepy avoids it well.
47 bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
47 misses with a two punch combination.
Creepy is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
47 fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Creepy throws a nice outside leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A lazy left from Creepy finds it's target.
47 lands with an uppercut that bounces Creepy off the cage and back into range.
Creepy throws a big shot that misses.
47 appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#T1#
Creepy misses with a body shot.
Creepy slips a jab from 47.
47's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Creepy connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! 47 scrambles back to his feet.
47 wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Creepy moves out of range as 47 throws a body kick.
Creepy connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between 47's hands.
47 shoots in looking for a takedown. Creepy tries to sprawl out of it but 47 keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Creepy manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Creepy misses with a wild body shot.
47 throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Creepy counters with a lovely shot to the body.
47 fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Creepy manages to avoid it.
47 waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Creepy.
Creepy throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Creepy fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. 47 looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
A nice leg kick lands there from Creepy.
47 is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
47 cracks Creepy with a good jab.#T2#
47 misses with a low kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Creepy throws a nice looking combination but 47 bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
47 takes a swing at Creepy's ribcage but misses.
47 ducks under a wild hook from Creepy.
47 appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
47 misses the shot to the body.
Creepy lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Creepy dodges the punch combination from 47.
47 swinging wildly here.
47 moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Creepy connects with a right hand. 47 shakes it off.
Creepy ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
47 walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Creepy checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
A swing and a miss from 47.#T3#
Creepy lands a jab to 47's midsection.
47 checks a leg kick.
47 misses with the combination.
Creepy was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Creepy takes a jab right on the kisser.
Creepy is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by 47.
A decent looking body kick lands there for 47.
47 feints and then cracks Creepy's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Creepy down.
Creepy throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
47 throws a head kick but Creepy moves out of range.
47 throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
47 throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Creepy was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Creepy misses with a kick to the body.
47 loads up on a big right hand but Creepy slips the punch.
Creepy follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Creepy lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#T4#
47 throws a wild body kick that Creepy sees coming a mile off.
Creepy lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Creepy lands a body shot.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A jab from 47 misses.
Creepy misses with a low kick as 47 jumps back.
47 looks to land a right hand but Creepy moved out of range.
Creepy throws a good cross that connects.
Creepy misses with a wild body shot.
47 wants to slow Creepy down by chopping away at his legs.
47 swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Creepy scores with a leg kick.
47 uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Creepy.
47 wants to slow Creepy down by chopping away at his legs.
Creepy looks to land a left hand but 47 moved out of range nicely.
Creepy throws an uppercut from half a mile away. 47 sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Creepy stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
47 shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #ROC2#
47 is rocked!

And that's the end of the fight!
Uncle Creepy comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Creepy 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 Cecil Peabody scores the fight 28:29
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 28:29
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: gc130.1
Date: Dec 28, 2016

#R1#
Karlo lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Karlo lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
47 fails to land with a series of punches.
Karlo swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Karlo looks to score with a jab to the body but 47 is just out of range.
Karlo wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Karlo connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between 47's hands.
Karlo with a jab.
47 throws a right and a left that Karlo avoids nicely.
Karlo dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on 47. That did some damage!
47 lands with a straight right. Karlo didn't see that one coming.
47 misses with a body kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
47 steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Karlo.
47 lets loose with a powerful body kick. Karlo will feel that in the morning.
Karlo misses with a looping left.
Karlo throws a nice outside leg kick.
Donk. Karlo catches 47 right on the button with a cross.
Karlo lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
A nice leg kick lands there from Karlo.
47 thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Karlo if he has to take too many more of those.
47 avoids the body shot from Karlo.
Karlo throws a nice looking combination but 47 bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
47 is looking to slow Karlo down with leg kicks. #T1#
A jab from 47 does it's job there.
47 takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
47 has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from 47 there as he acknowledges the shot.
Karlo moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Mario Karlo is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Karlo walks into a jab.
47 tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Karlo is able to avoid easily.
Karlo connects with a jab.
47 slips a straight right by Karlo.
Jab from 47.
Karlo throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Karlo throws a hook to the side of 47's head but 47 sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Karlo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from 47.
Despite the aggression on Karlo's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Karlo avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Karlo takes a swing at 47's ribcage but misses.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
47 attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Karlo connects with a body shot.
A bone on bone clash there as Karlo blocks the leg kick.
47 stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Karlo.
Karlo throws a leg kick but 47 checks it.
As Karlo looks to move away, 47 throws a big counter combo but Karlo just gets out of the way.
47 walks into a stiff left hand from Karlo.#T2#
47 slips under a jab.
Karlo misses with a low kick.
Karlo takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Karlo throws a front kick aimed at 47's knee but 47 avoids it well.
Karlo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from 47.
47 throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
47 goes for a double leg but Karlo avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Karlo continues to drive forward.
47 closes the distance and clinches up with Karlo, looking for a takedown. 47 pushes Karlo against the cage but Karlo circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
47 wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
47 blocks a leg kick.
Karlo tries a low kick but 47 avoids it.
47 is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Karlo avoids the body shot from 47.
Nice takedown defense from Karlo. No joy for 47 on that attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Agent 47. That's going to take a lot out of him.
47 has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Karlo.
Karlo throws a big shot that misses.
47 has a takedown stuffed.
Karlo thows a leg kick but 47 checks it #TD#
and 47 decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Karlo's guard.
47 tries to free his leg and advance position but Karlo is retaining full guard. #T3#
47 throws a strike but Karlo rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Karlo preventing the sweep. #SUB#
47 working for a triangle but Karlo defends it easily. #SUB#
47 is looking for a triangle here but Karlo uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Karlo tries to stand but 47 is controlling his head.
47 manages to work his way to half guard, despite Karlo's best efforts.
47 is looking for a sweep. Karlo is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T4##SUB#
47 looking for submissions off his back.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
47 moves into full guard. #SUB#
47 looking for a guillotine here but Karlo defends easily. #SUB#
47 isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Karlo stacks 47 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 Karlo!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
47 tries to improve position but can't.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mario Karlo dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
47 checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Karlo staying out of range there.
No luck for 47 with that takedown attempt.
Karlo misses with an uppercut.
47 throwing a counter right hand but Karlo manages to avoid it.
47 is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
A decent looking body kick lands there for 47.
Karlo blocks the body kick.
Karlo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
47 throws a right hand that Karlo ducks under and follows up with a left that Karlo also avoids with ease.
Karlo lands with a shot to the body.
47 throws the kick towards the body but Karlo avoids it.
47 lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
A good leg kick by Karlo.
Karlo connects with a solid leg kick.
Horrible takedown attempt by 47 or perhaps it was just good defense by Karlo, which made it look bad.
Karlo chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Karlo lands a leg kick that knocks 47 off balance momentarily.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Karlo tried to score with a low kick but 47 checks it.
A little feinted left hand from 47 on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
47 blocks a low kick nicely.#T1#
47 takes one on the button.
47 changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Karlo tries to avoid it but 47 manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Karlo to the ground. Karlo escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Agent 47. That's going to take a lot out of him.
47 feints and then cracks Karlo's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Karlo down.
A telegraphed right hand from 47 misses the target.
47 tries for a takedown but Karlo sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
47 tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Karlo defends well and 47 ends up having to push Karlo into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
47 works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
47 missing with a left hand there. Karlo was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
47 connects with a nice looking jab.
47 catches Karlo with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
47 throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Karlo lands with a nice body punch.
Karlo moves forwards but 47 connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Karlo throws a low kick but 47 avoids it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
47 takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Karlo connects with a solid leg kick.
47 looks to land a left hand but Karlo moved out of range nicely.
As 47 backs off Karlo throws a huge counter combo but 47 manages to avoid it all.
Karlo avoids the head kick by 47.
47 shoots for a takedown but Karlo saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
47 misses with a hook
and Karlo counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T2#
A chopping leg kick lands by Karlo.
47 looks for a takedown but Karlo sprawls well.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
47 just misses with a punch to the body.
Karlo lands a leg kick that knocks 47 off balance momentarily.
47 misses with a wild body shot.
Karlo throws a leg kick which misses 47's front leg but catches the back leg as 47 tries to avoid it.
Karlo thuds a left hand into 47's body.
47 on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Good shot there by Karlo.
47 scores with the left hand. Karlo knows he should have avoided that one.
Karlo connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
47 motions for Karlo to come forward. 47 throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from 47.
Karlo misses with a head kick.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as 47 checks a leg kick.
47 tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Karlo is able to avoid easily.
Karlo checks a low kick from 47.
Karlo misses with a wild body shot. #T3#
Karlo lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
47 lands a jab to the nose.
47 lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Karlo swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
47 attempts a counter takedown but Karlo avoids it well and moves away.
Karlo avoids a kick to the body.
47 throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Karlo tries to land a leg kick but 47 saw it coming and moves away.
47 drops down looking for a counter takedown but Karlo sprawls and moves away.
Karlo throws a quick inside leg kick.
47 blocks a leg kick.
Karlo scores with a nice strike.
It looks like 47 has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
47 scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
A clash of legs there as 47 blocks the low kick.#TD#
47 darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
47 stops Karlo from getting back to his feet. #SUB#
47 is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T4##SUB#
47 is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Karlo pushes 47 off looking to stand but 47 dives back in and keeps control.
47 thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Karlo's head.
47 sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Karlo defending well though.
47 wants to pass the guard but Karlo is defending well.
47 is looking to stall here but Karlo recovers full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Mario Karlo will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R3#
Karlo wants to land a leg kick but 47 is out of range.
Karlo lands a right hook to the body.
Karlo will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Karlo throws a leg kick that is checked
and 47 counters with a nice leg kick.
A low kick from Karlo is predictable there
and Karlo takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Karlo takes a jab right on the kisser.
47 throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Karlo stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
47 stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Karlo.
Karlo slaps away a takedown attempt from 47, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Mario Karlo seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Karlo motions for 47 to come forward. Karlo throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
47 shoots in for a takedown but Karlo shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
47 lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from 47.
47 throws a sloppy head kick and Karlo moves out of range easily.
Karlo misses with a wild body shot.
47 went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
47 throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Karlo works 47's body with a nice hook.
Karlo tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but 47 was well out of range. Poor timing from Karlo.
Karlo connects with a solid leg kick. #T1#
47 misses the body punch
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
47 ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Karlo has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
47 fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Karlo avoids it really well and circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Agent 47. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
47 with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Karlo to score with a decent uppercut.
47 moves out of range of the strikes.#TD#
47 fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Karlo sprawls well initially but 47 persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
47 passes to full mount! #SUB#
47 goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Karlo turns into him and now he's in 47's guard.
Karlo wanted to stand there but 47 had control of the position. #T2#
47 is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB#
47 is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Karlo is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
47 throws his legs up looking for a submission but Karlo uses it to pass to side control. #SU2#
Karlo decides to stand back up.
A jab from Karlo finds it's way through 47's defenses.
47 scores with a kick to the midsection.
Karlo on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
A telegraphed right hand from 47 misses the target. #T3#
47 looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Karlo works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
47 throws a wild body kick that Karlo sees coming a mile off.
Karlo takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
47 misses with a low kick as Karlo jumps back.
47 takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Karlo thows a left - swing and a miss!
Karlo lands with a nice combination. 47 backs away looking to recover.
47 closes this distance looking for a takedown but Karlo circles away.
Karlo tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
No luck with that takedown attempt from 47.
47 bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
A leg kick checked by 47.
47 has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from 47 there as he acknowledges the shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
47 avoids the body shot from Karlo.
47 throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Karlo fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and 47 has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#T4#
Karlo moves away from the strike by 47.
Karlo buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Karlo looks to throw the jab but 47 is out of range.
Nice uppercut there from Karlo.
Karlo swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Karlo drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
47 with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Karlo to score with a decent uppercut.
Karlo scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
47 lands with a kick to the ribs.
47 throws a nice inside leg kick.
Karlo misses with a jab, cross combination.
Karlo will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
47 connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Karlo throws a body punch but 47 moves out of range.
47 throws a shot from downtown. Karlo moves away and avoids it.
Karlo swings away with a leg kick that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mario Karlo really dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R4#
Karlo misses with a few strikes there.
Karlo tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
47 scoring well with a low kick there.
Karlo scores with a nice right hand.
Nice uppercut lands for 47. That snapped Karlo's head back.
47 lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
47 throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Karlo listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Karlo on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
47 tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Karlo swivels and escapes.
Karlo misses with a low kick. #TD#
47 closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Karlo to the mat! Karlo manages to get full guard. #ES2#
Karlo scrambles and gets back to his feet.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Karlo throws a leg kick but 47 checks it.
47 takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
An inside leg kick from 47 misses.
Karlo lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
47 chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Karlo can pounce on him. #T1#
47 throws a half hearted mid kick.
47 throws a body shot but no joy.
Karlo has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from 47.
47 ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
47 checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Karlo swings widly with a right hand #TD#
and 47 counters with a takedown into side control.
47 trying to control the action but Karlo is working from the bottom.
An elbow from 47 crashes against the mat.
Karlo is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, 47 asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Karlo prevents 47 from improving position. #T2##SUB#
47 swings around for an armbar but Karlo sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into 47's guard.
47 is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Karlo tries to stand but 47 is controlling from the bottom. #SUB#
47 working for submissions but it's allowed Karlo to get to half guard. #SUB#
47 is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Karlo pulls his head out easily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB#
47 looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T3#
47 tries to roll over but Karlo keeps him under control.#SUB#
47 looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Karlo pushes past his half guard into mount!
47 keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
47 gets back to half guard.
47 tries to get to full guard but Karlo has control of the leg.
47 is holding on to half guard well.#T4#
Karlo tries to stand and escape but 47 is controlling the position.
47 gets full guard.#SUB#
47 working for a triangle but Karlo defends it easily. #SUB#
47 is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Karlo is aware though and is defending well.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
47 wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
47 throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Mario Karlo 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. This is the final round!
#R5#
Karlo throws a body punch but 47 moves out of range.
Good exchange - Karlo coming out on top.
47 drops his hands momentarily and Karlo takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
47 displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Karlo has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Karlo attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
47 comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Karlo throws a body shot but no joy.
47 connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Karlo connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
47 blocks a jab.
47 is looking to counter punch.
47 looks for a takedown but Karlo sprawls well.
Karlo moves out of range as 47 throws a body kick.
Karlo blocks a jab.
47 avoids the body shot from Karlo.
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!
Karlo connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
47 walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Karlo gets cracked with a nice right hand there by 47.#T1#
47 checks a low kick from Karlo.
Karlo connects with a solid leg kick.
Karlo fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt 47.
47 misses with a wild combination.
Karlo let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Karlo throws a leg kick but 47 sees it coming and moves out of range.
47 misses with an uppercut.
47 fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Karlo checks it well.
47 looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Karlo tries to bum rush 47 with a series of wild strikes but 47 uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
47 throwing a counter right hand but Karlo manages to avoid it.
47 cracks Karlo with a good jab.
Karlo throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by 47.
47 lands a head shot.
Karlo misses with a low kick.
Karlo fakes a jab and throws a low kick but 47 checks it well.
Nice jab there from Karlo.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Karlo.
A thudding body kick lands there by 47!
Agent 47 has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
47 throws a leg kick but Karlo sees it coming and checks it nicely.
47 stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Karlo.
47 throws a hook but Karlo blocks it.
Karlo scoring well with a low kick there.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Karlo, right into the meat.
47 misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Karlo moves out of range as 47 throws a body kick.
A nice leg kick lands there from Karlo.
Karlo throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Karlo.
47 looks to land a right hand but Karlo moved out of range.
A swing and a miss from 47.
Karlo scoring well with a low kick there.
47 tries to land a front kick but Karlo steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.#TD#
47 drives through with a takedown into guard. #ES2#
Karlo scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.#T3#
47 throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Karlo's waist but Karlo gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing 47 off to one side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Agent 47. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Karlo looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Karlo lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
47 just misses with a punch to the body.
47 throws a leg kick that is checked
and Karlo counters with an inside leg kick.
47 looks for the body kick but Karlo saw that one coming.
A lazy left from Karlo finds it's target.
Karlo lands a nice leg kick that just misses 47's sensitive parts.
47 looks for the body kick but Karlo saw that one coming.
A slapping leg kick lands for Karlo.
Karlo throws a head kick but 47 moves out of range.
47 shoots in looking for a takedown but Karlo manages to keep the fight standing, pushing 47's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
A slapping leg kick lands for Karlo.
An inside leg kick lands from Karlo.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nice cross by Karlo.
47 is looking to land body kicks.
Good leg kick by Karlo there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud. #T4#
47 on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Karlo. Karlo obviously looking to wear him down.
A slow jab from 47 misses its intended target.
47 blocks a head kick by Karlo.
47 throws a sloppy head kick and Karlo moves out of range easily.
Karlo cracks the inside of 47's front leg.
47 throws a right hand that misses
and Karlo counters with a lovely straight right hand!
47 tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
A jab from 47 misses.
Mario Karlo is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Karlo lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
47 on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Karlo dodges the punch combination from 47.
47 takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
47 is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Karlo.
47 needs to keep his hands up - Karlo had a free shot at his head there.
Karlo throws a nice outside leg kick.

And that's the end of the fight!
Mario Karlo comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Karlo 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 Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 45:50
Judge George Francis scores the fight 45:50
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 45:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mario Karlo!
Mario Karlo is the new featherweight champion!
Mario Karlo bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: gc123
Date: Nov 13, 2016

#R1#
47 uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Small.
47 is looking to counter punch.
Small swinging wildly here.
47 is looking for a counter combo.
47 throws a half hearted mid kick.#CL2#
Small gets in close and instigates a clinch.
47 tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
47 doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Small blocks a punch to the side of the head.
47 lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Small.
47 definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#TD2#
Small has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed 47 clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Small gets his hands free as 47 looks to control.
Small lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Small scores with some strikes to the side of the head there. Good, points scoring shots.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
I really don't envy 47 right now. #T1#
Small wants to control but 47 manages to buck him off and is now in Small's guard! Nice work there by 47!
47 looking to pass the guard.
47 preventing the sweep.
47 loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Small keeping moving, preventing 47 from controlling successfully.
Small wants to sweep but no luck.
Small pulls 47 in close to prevent any damage.
47 looking to pass the guard. #T2#
Small being controlled here, momentarily.
47 will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
47 stopping the sweep attempt from Small.
47 slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
47 tries to advance to mount but can't.
47 misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
47 wants to control but Small is keeping him busy.
Small is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Small manages to get back to half guard.#T3#
47 not doing much here.
47 is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Small is not content to let 47 control the position.
Small trying to control here.
47 is figuring out what he wants to do next.#SUB#
47 is working for a kimura but Small is defending it quite comfortably. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
47 passes the guard and advances to mount! #SUB#
47 goes for an armbar but Small turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Small.
47 looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
47 is trying to control the position but Small postures up.
47 avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Small preventing the sweep.
Small sitting in guard here, content to control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dixie Small dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Jab, jab by Small - just one landing.
Small lands a slapping body shot.
47 misses with a looping left.
Small takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
47 connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
47 throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Small throws a body shot but no joy.
Small throws a hook but 47 avoids it easily.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from 47 - that will leave a mark!
Small jabs at 47's body.
47 looks to land a left hand but Small moved out of range nicely.
47 gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Small moves out of range as 47 strikes.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
47 misses with a low kick.
Small misses with a hook. 47 ducked under it nicely.
Small lands with a good body shot.
Agent 47 seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
47 misses with a low kick.
Small looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
47 throws a body kick, spinning off balance#TD2#
so Small counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Small connects with a couple of short punches.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
47 has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Small has passed into side control.
Small trying to control the action but 47 is working from the bottom.
47 is trying to improve his position.
Small working the head and body with strikes.
47 is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Small off and has taken his back!#T2##SUB#
Small defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of 47's arms. #SUB#
Small 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 47 gets his way!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Small wants to escape the position.
Dixie Small has got the better of the ground game so far.
47 connects with a big shot to the side of Small's head. #SUB#
47 looking for the choke from the back.
47 trying to control.#T3#
Small wants to control his opponent's hands but 47 gets his hands free.
Small breaks 47's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
47 keeping moving, preventing Small from controlling successfully.
Small is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #SUB#
47 is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Small trying to control the position from guard on top but 47 is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
My spies in LOD: Legion's PIT Fight Club inform me that Small has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SUB#
47 is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Small defends well.
47 trying to keep a closed guard but Small is proving a slippery customer. #T4#
Small distracts 47 with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Small with a flurry of punches that miss. #SUB#
47 has an active guard here but Small has managed to pass into half guard.
47 slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Small postures up and lands a big shot to 47's brow.
Small stands up over 47, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Small has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Small keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of 47's head.
47 not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Small working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dixie Small 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#
Small throws a shot from downtown. 47 moves away and avoids it.
47 swings and misses with a hook to the body.
47 lets loose with a powerful body kick. Small will feel that in the morning.
47 throws a lazy uppercut
and 47 takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
47 just misses with a punch to the body.
47 throws a jab but it's blocked by Small.
Small misses with a jab, cross combination.
47 swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Dixie Small seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Some wild striking there from Small.
47 lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. #CUT#
It looks like Dixie Small has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
47 thuds his shin into the meat of Small's side.
47 throws a body shot but no joy.
It seemed like Small was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Small dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Small throws out a loose jab but 47 uses good head movement to avoid it.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from 47.
Small now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#T1#
Small keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from 47.
47 tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Small was well out of range. Poor timing from 47.
Small is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Agent 47 is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
47 cracks Small with a good jab.
47 slips under a jab.
Small swings and misses with a hook to the body.
47 throws a nice looking combination but Small bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
47 slips a jab from Small.
47 is looking to counter punch.
Small punishes 47's body with a nice straight punch.
47 throws a predictable looking body shot
and Small counters with a straight right hand.
Small fails to land the takedown.
Small tries to clinch up but 47 circles away and keeps his distance.
47 tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Small was well out of range. Poor timing from 47.
Small is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by 47.
Small misses with a body shot.
47 throws a leg kick which misses Small's front leg but catches the back leg as Small tries to avoid it.
Agent 47 has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
47 plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Small throws a left and a right that both miss
and 47 counters with a nice uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A jab from 47 does it's job there.
47 is looking to score with low kicks.
47 scores with a hook to the body. Small takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
The fighters circling - Small throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Small dodges the punch combination from 47.
47 rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Small connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A telegraphed right hand from Small misses the target.
Good exchange - Small coming out on top.
Small getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Small is looking to clinch.
Small misses with an uppercut.
47 goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. #T3#
Small throws a hook to the side of 47's head but 47 sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
47 throws a body punch but Small moves out of range.
A left and a right from 47 both land. Nice combination.
47 ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Small moves away.
47 lands the left hand.
A lazy body kick from 47 #TD2#
and Small counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Small.
Small postures up in 47's guard and throws a big left but 47 blocks it.
Dixie Small is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Small stays in close to 47's body and controls the position. #SUB#
47 is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Small frees his head nicely. Oh but 47 has switched to an armbar! Small is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:53 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Agent 47!
After the fight, Agent 47 was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.
In defeat, Dixie Small stepped up to the mic, saying 'It was a good win, but nevertheless, I'll still be bringing home my opponent's girl . Don't feel left out man. And as usual, we'll be making a pov video for all you fans out there. Sayonara'.

Event: GAMMA#589 Prado v Barca
Date: Oct 22, 2016

#R1#
47 moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
47 fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Young is out of range.
47 throws a quick inside leg kick.
Young walks into a jab.
Young swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A little feinted left hand from 47 on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
47 bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
47 digs a good body shot into Young's ribs.
Young tries to bum rush 47 with a series of wild strikes but 47 uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Young tries to move into range but 47 moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Young tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but 47 was well out of range. Poor timing from Young.
47 displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Young throws out the jab.
47 missing with a left hand there. Young was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Young throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A little feinted left hand from 47 on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Young rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and 47 makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Young throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #TD#
47 throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Young was covering up waiting for the punch and 47 finishes the takedown easily into guard. #T1#
47 in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
We've been hearing good reports from 47'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.
47 stops Young from standing up.
47 missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
47 throws a big elbow that misses.
47 works over Young with some ground and pound from guard.
47 stops Young from standing up. #SUB2#
47 lying in Young's guard like a wet fish here, stalling away. Young decides he's had enough of all that nonsense - he escapes his hips and locks up an armbar! Wow, that was slick! 47 taps! This one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Daft Young!
During a confident post fight interview, Daft Young thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: GAMMA#583 Quinn v Gennero 2
Date: Sep 17, 2016

#R1#
Rambo thuds a left hand into 47's body.
Rambo keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
And Rambo tries to counter it with a takedown but 47 pushes his down on his head and steps out.
A head kick misses from Rambo.
It looked like 47 wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Rambo throws a lazy head kick
enabling 47 to counter with a crisp jab. #TD2#
Rambo shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Rambo stopping the sweep attempt from 47.
Rambo with a flurry of punches that miss.
Rambo stands and throws 47's legs to the side, diving into side control. #SUB2#
Rambo tries for a kimura but 47 is defending well.
Rambo misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Rambo working away.
47 is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Rambo throws a strike aimed at the side of 47's head but 47 avoids it well.#T1##SUB2#
Rambo tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
The ground and pound from Rambo seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Rambo misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards. #SUB2#
Rambo is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. 47 knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Rambo throws a strike aimed at the side of 47's head but 47 avoids it well.
47 definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rambo is putting a hurting on 47 here, landing some big shots from side control.
Rambo tries to advance to mount but 47 denies him. #SUB2#
Rambo tries for a kimura but 47 is defending well. #T2#
47 is trying to control Rambo's posture but Rambo avoids it. #SUB2#
Rambo wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by 47, who protects the arm well.
47 wants to control but Rambo postures up.#SUB2#
Rambo tries for a kimura but 47 is defending well.
You can see the frustration on 47's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Rambo wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by 47, who protects the arm well.
Rambo looking to punish the body of his opponent here but 47 is avoiding damage well.
Rambo has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T3#
47 gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Rambo seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but 47 does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
47 trying to control here.
47 gets full guard.
Rambo postures up in 47's guard and throws a big left but 47 blocks it.
47 is trying to control the position but Rambo postures up.
47 keeping full guard, as Rambo tries to pass.
Rambo advances to half guard.
Rambo with the ground and pound but 47 uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Rambo preventing the sweep. #T4##SUB#
47 looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
47 is pulling down on Rambo's head. It's preventing any offense from Rambo, at least for the moment.
Rambo trying to control the position from guard on top but 47 is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
47 preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
47 tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Rambo stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. 47 swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Rambo sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed 47's guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
47 taking some punishment here, with Rambo in his half guard.
47 is not content to let Rambo control the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sambo Rambo dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
47 throws a hook to the side of Rambo's head but Rambo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A big right from 47 misses.
No luck for Rambo with that takedown attempt. #TD2#
Rambo looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Rambo trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but 47 manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR#
47 working some strikes from top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Rambo is on top in guard. #REVB#
Rambo throwing strikes from guard but 47 blocks nicely.
Rambo passes easily into side control. Nice work.
47 gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #T1#
Rambo wants to take a breather but 47 is having none of it.
47 wants to control but Rambo is keeping busy.
47 works his way to full guard. Good work.
Rambo stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. 47 swivels though and keeps the full guard.
47 is trying to keep Rambo in close.
47 keeping full guard, as Rambo tries to pass.
Sambo Rambo has got the better of the ground game so far.
47 working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Rambo.
Rambo trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but 47 manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR##T2##SUB2#
Rambo looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
47 trying to control but Rambo is working from the bottom.
Rambo controlling the position.
47 postures up in Rambo's guard and throws a big left but Rambo blocks it.
47 is pushing down on Rambo's leg trying to pass to half guard. Rambo is fighting to maintain full guard but 47 has managed to sneak the leg through.
Rambo moves into full guard.
Rambo manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. 47 manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Rambo looking to pass the guard.
Rambo preventing the sweep.
Rambo throws a big elbow that misses. #T3#
Rambo trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
47 is trying to control the position but Rambo postures up.
Rambo scoring with punches to the head and body.
47 keeping moving, preventing Rambo from controlling successfully.
Rambo slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Rambo tries to move to mount but 47 blocks the move with his legs.
47 is trying to escape the position but Rambo is controlling the position.
Rambo working away.
47 manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Rambo is looking to improve his position.
47 will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T4#
Rambo is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of 47's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take 47's back!#SUB2#
47 defends a prolonged rear naked choke attempt and turns nicely into his opponent's guard.
47 throwing strikes but missing.
47 stopping the sweep attempt from Rambo.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB2#
Rambo throws his legs up looking for a submission but 47 uses it to pass to side control.
47 wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rambo keeps working.
Rambo has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
47 creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
47 trying to control the action but Rambo is working from the bottom. #SUB#
47 tries for a kimura but Rambo is defending well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Sambo Rambo 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. This is the final round!
#R3#
47 keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
It looked like 47 wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#TD2#
Rambo feints and as 47 raises his hands in defense, Rambo changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Rambo wants to control from the top but 47 keeps moving.
Rambo looking to pass the guard.
47 pulls Rambo in close to prevent any damage. #SUB#
47 looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rambo trying to control the position from guard on top but 47 is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rambo landing with the ground and pound. #T1#
Rambo slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
47 tries to improve position but can't. #SUB2#
Rambo is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. 47 knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Rambo wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by 47, who protects the arm well.
47 tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Rambo wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Rambo working the head and body with strikes.
47 gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Agent 47 has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Rambo wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Rambo raining down shots from the mount!
Rambo can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as 47 is looking to escape.
47 tries to lock up and control but Rambo gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Sambo Rambo is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Rambo controlling the pace for now.
Rambo looking to control but 47 is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Rambo looking to control and managing it successfully. #T3#
Let's hope that Rambo 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.
47 keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Rambo controlling from mount.
47 bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
47 won't allow Rambo to sweep him here.
47 trying to control the position from guard on top but Rambo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rambo lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##T4#
Rambo passes easily into side control. Nice work.
47 stops Rambo from passing to mount.
47 is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Rambo is taking a breather. 47 says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#SUB#
47 actively working from the bottom here.
Rambo content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Rambo's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sambo Rambo comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Rambo 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 James Atkins scores the fight 27:30
Judge James Glass scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sambo Rambo!
Sambo Rambo gave a mention to DC Nutrition in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

Event: GAMMA#578 Gunnar v Jordan 3
Date: Aug 27, 2016

#R1#
Wonka is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by 47.
Wonka keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Wonka 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.
47 stuffs the takedown.
Wonka swings for the body but 47 moves out of range.
It looked like 47 wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Wonka dodges the punch combination from 47.
Wonka with a jab.
Wonka throws a body punch but 47 moves out of range.
47 loads up on a big right hand but Wonka slips the punch.
47 looks to throw the jab but Wonka is out of range.
Wonka fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
47 attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
47 avoids the body shot from Wonka.
47 ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Wonka shoots for a takedown but 47 saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Wonka keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Wonka takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #CUT#
It looks like Willy Wonka has been cut.
47 staying out of range there.
47 drops down looking for a counter takedown but Wonka sprawls and moves away.
47 misses with a looping left.#T1#
47 scores with a sloppy right hand. Wonka should have avoided that one.
47 connects with a single shot there.
Wonka misses with a body shot.
47 feinted with a counter takedown.
Wonka jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
47 has been working on his boxing with his coaches at LOD: Lightning Kicks (MaxID266K) in the buildup to the fight.
Wonka shoots in for a takedown but 47 shows good takedown defense.
Agent 47 has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Willy Wonka.
Wonka takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
47 fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Wonka manages to avoid it.
47 looks to score with a jab to the body but Wonka is just out of range.
Wonka throws a hook but 47 avoids it easily.
47 throws a head kick that misses.
47 ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Wonka moves away.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by 47.
Wonka ducks down and throws a hook to the body but 47 moves away.
47 throws a hook to the side of Wonka's head but Wonka sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A head kick misses from 47.
47 avoids the body shot from Wonka.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
47 misses with a hook.
Wonka misses the jab.#T2##TD2#
Wonka looking to score a takedown here. 47 is defending well but Wonka drives through and ends up in 47's guard.#SUB#
47 looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
47 keeping moving, preventing Wonka from controlling successfully.
Wonka working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
47 wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Wonka makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#SUB2#
Wonka drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but 47 manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Wonka has 47 in his guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Wonka looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #T3#
47 stands and throws Wonka's legs to the side, diving into side control.
47 wants to control for a moment but Wonka uses the opportunity to move back to half guard.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. 47 lands a nice short elbow.
47 working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
47 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.#SUB2#
Wonka looking for submissions off his back.
Wonka has hold of 47's hands but 47 slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
47 lands strikes from half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
47 lands with a punch from half guard.
Wonka wants to get back to full guard.
Wonka taking some punishment here, with 47 in his half guard. #T4#
47 controlling the pace. #SUB#
47 is trying for a kimura here. Wonka looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! 47 wins by kimura!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Agent 47!
Agent 47 bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
Willy Wonka spoke after the fight, saying 'Who paid off the ref/judges? Someone must have!'.

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