Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: RISE 63:
Date: May 08, 2022

#R1##CL#
DeVanzo gets tackled into the cage by Immanuel. Immanuel maintains the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Immanuel fails to land.
Immanuel working aggressively here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Immanuel.
DeVanzo is working for takedown but Immanuel is calmly controlling the position for now.
DeVanzo holding his opponent close, against the cage.
DeVanzo blocking some punches.
DeVanzo tries to work over Immanuel's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
DeVanzo jumps guard but Immanuel turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #TD2#
DeVanzo jumps into guard, dragging Immanuel to the mat.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Immanuel scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
DeVanzo 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#
Immanuel flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Immanuel is trying to get back to full guard.
Immanuel punching from the bottom.
Immanuel flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
DeVanzo blocks the strikes from Immanuel. #T1#
Immanuel is looking to improve his position.
DeVanzo takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Immanuel throws a strike from the bottom but DeVanzo passes into side control!
DeVanzo blocks the strikes from Immanuel.
Immanuel wings away with a couple of strikes but they don't land.
DeVanzo is looking to take a break and control but Immanuel is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Immanuel misses with an elbow from the bottom.
Immanuel tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Immanuel tries to strike but it doesn't land.
Immanuel throws an elbow to the body but it doesn't land.
DeVanzo passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Immanuel!
Immanuel flailing away with punches but nothing is landing. #T2#
Immanuel swinging wildly from the bottom but he's not landing.
Immanuel is squirming around, avoiding DeVanzo's attempts to control the action.
Immanuel throws a strike but has given up his back in the process.
DeVanzo is trying to stick to Immanuel's back but Immanuel is turning into DeVanzo. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in DeVanzo's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Immanuel.
Immanuel postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
DeVanzo looking to control.
DeVanzo controlling the position.#SUB2#
DeVanzo escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Immanuel gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Immanuel with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Immanuel with a flurry of punches that miss.
Immanuel being controlled here momentarily.
DeVanzo utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T3#
DeVanzo preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
DeVanzo looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
DeVanzo avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
DeVanzo working a defensive guard here.
DeVanzo working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Immanuel.
DeVanzo looking to control.
Immanuel content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Immanuel postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#ROC#DeVanzo is rocked!
DeVanzo not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
DeVanzo is still in real trouble! Can Immanuel finish him?
Immanuel postures up in DeVanzo's guard and throws a big left but DeVanzo blocks it.
DeVanzo seems to have recovered his senses.
DeVanzo is trying to keep Immanuel in close.
DeVanzo is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Immanuel is in close to DeVanzo's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Immanuel gets to his feet and stands over DeVanzo, holding his ankles. He dives in with a big left hand that connects! DeVanzo felt that one! Immanuel unloads more punches and elbows and this one is over! The ref has dived in to save DeVanzo from any more punishment!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Yeshua Immanuel!
Yeshua Immanuel thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: C90: Kahn vs. Haskins 2
Date: Mar 19, 2022

#R1#
DeVanzo walks into a stiff left hand from Marinov.
DeVanzo darts in looking for a takedown but Marinov gets double underhooks and turns DeVanzo into the cage.
Marinov lands with a cross.
Marinov feints and then cracks DeVanzo's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow DeVanzo down.
DeVanzo looks to land a left hand but Marinov moved out of range nicely.
Marinov ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Marinov stuffs the takedown.
Marinov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Marinov keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Marinov looks to throw the jab but DeVanzo is out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Marinov. DeVanzo does a little dance to reset his feet.
Marinov connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between DeVanzo's hands.
DeVanzo avoids the body shot from Marinov.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from DeVanzo! But no joy.
Marinov connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
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!
DeVanzo on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
DeVanzo throws a nice looking combination but Marinov bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
A looping hook to the body misses from Marinov. DeVanzo does a little dance to reset his feet.
Marinov pushes DeVanzo away with a front kick.
Marinov lands with a cross.
Marinov throws a body shot but no joy.
Marinov works DeVanzo's body with a nice hook.#T1#
Marinov connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Marinov throws a nice inside leg kick.
Marinov scores with a jab. DeVanzo acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
DeVanzo misses with a jab, cross combination.
Marinov scores with a nice body kick.
Marinov misses with a body shot.
Marinov lands a nice looking kick to the body. DeVanzo takes a step back to recover.
Marinov lands with a straight right. DeVanzo didn't see that one coming.
DeVanzo misses with a hook. Marinov ducked under it nicely.
Marinov looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Marinov keeps DeVanzo at a distance using the push kick.
Marinov lunges at DeVanzo with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by DeVanzo's hand.
Marinov scores with a jab. DeVanzo acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Marinov lands a jab to the head.
DeVanzo throws a right hand that Marinov ducks under and follows up with a left that Marinov also avoids with ease.
Marinov throws a quick counter kick to the body but DeVanzo avoids it.
Marinov throws out a powerful jab.
Marinov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from DeVanzo.#T2#
A thudding body kick lands there by Marinov!
DeVanzo misses with an uppercut.
DeVanzo takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
DeVanzo swinging wildly here.
Marinov lands a straight punch to the body, keeping DeVanzo at a distance.
Marinov scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. DeVanzo doesn't seem bothered though.
Marinov connects with a jab.
DeVanzo misses with an uppercut
and Marinov finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Marinov connects with a solid leg kick.
Marinov scores with a nice strike.
Marinov is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Marinov blocks a jab.
Emil Marinov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Good shot there by Marinov.
Marinov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but DeVanzo manages to avoid it.
Good exchange - Marinov coming out on top.
DeVanzo takes one on the button.
DeVanzo just misses with a punch to the body. #T3#
DeVanzo throws a jab when Marinov was well out of range.
DeVanzo lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Marinov circles away quickly and effectively.
DeVanzo is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
DeVanzo takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
DeVanzo throws a big shot that misses.
Marinov uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Marinov is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Marinov connects with a nice looking jab.
Marinov lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
DeVanzo misses with a wild combination.
Marinov lands with an overhand left.
Marinov connects with a single shot there.
Marinov scores with a head kick. DeVanzo tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
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!
Marinov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by DeVanzo.
DeVanzo takes one to the chin there.
Marinov keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Marinov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from DeVanzo.#T4#
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Marinov. DeVanzo shrugs it off though.
A punch lands to the side of DeVanzo 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Marinov lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Marinov misses with a kick to the body.
DeVanzo jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A nice inside leg kick there by Marinov. That's going to slow DeVanzo down.
Marinov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
DeVanzo drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Marinov defends it well.
Marinov getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Marinov changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Marinov's jab looks to have found its range, popping DeVanzo under the eye.
Marinov staying out of range there.
Marinov lands with a cross.
Marinov 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.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
DeVanzo takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
DeVanzo's corner calls for a 1-2. DeVanzo obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
DeVanzo 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.
DeVanzo throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Marinov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Marinov with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Emil Marinov dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Marinov takes one on the button.
Nice body punch from Marinov.
Marinov lands a nice looking body kick.
DeVanzo drops his hands momentarily and Marinov takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Marinov scores with a nice strike.
DeVanzo needs to keep his hands up - Marinov had a free shot at his head there.
DeVanzo has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Marinov.
Marinov lands a straight punch to the body, keeping DeVanzo at a distance.
Marinov lands with a cross.
DeVanzo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Marinov's Muay Thai looks sharper than normal. He has obviously been working on it in the gym.
DeVanzo throws a body shot but no joy.
It looked like Marinov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Emil Marinov is winning the standup battle so far.
DeVanzo on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
DeVanzo misses with a takedown attempt - Marinov sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
DeVanzo lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
DeVanzo sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Marinov avoids the body shot from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
DeVanzo takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#T1#
Marinov ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Marinov. DeVanzo shrugs it off though.
Marinov lands a body shot.
Marinov lands a nice looking kick to the body. DeVanzo takes a step back to recover.
DeVanzo missing with a left hand there. Marinov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Marinov takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#TD2#
DeVanzo closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Marinov quickly recovers to half guard.
DeVanzo is breathing heavily.
Marinov manages to get to full guard.
Marinov bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in DeVanzo's guard. #REVR#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
DeVanzo tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Marinov is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T2#
Marinov wants to pass the guard but DeVanzo is keeping the position.
DeVanzo pulls Marinov in close to prevent any damage.
DeVanzo is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
DeVanzo looking for subs off his back but Marinov has passed one foot through into half guard. #T3#
Marinov with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
DeVanzo is looking to improve his position.
DeVanzo is pressing down on Marinov's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Marinov's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Marinov preventing the sweep. #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.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Marinov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
DeVanzo pulls Marinov in close to prevent any damage. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
A combination from DeVanzo does no damage.
Marinov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from DeVanzo.
Marinov lands a really nice looking cross but DeVanzo seems unphased.
Marinov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Marinov moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Marinov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by DeVanzo.
Marinov lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
DeVanzo punishes Marinov's body with a nice straight punch.
Marinov throws a head kick but DeVanzo moves out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from DeVanzo! But no joy.
DeVanzo takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
DeVanzo will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Emil Marinov 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#
Good exchange - Marinov coming out on top.
DeVanzo moves forwards but Marinov connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Marinov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
DeVanzo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
DeVanzo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Marinov manages to avoid it.
Marinov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that DeVanzo can do to turn this around?
DeVanzo throws the left hand but Marinov avoids the punch easily.
Marinov moves out of range of the strikes.
DeVanzo sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
DeVanzo takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Marinov defending well as DeVanzo loads up on a big left hand.
DeVanzo waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Marinov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marinov thows a body kick. DeVanzo tries to catch it but that hurt him.
DeVanzo sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
DeVanzo takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
DeVanzo with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Marinov to score with a decent uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
DeVanzo takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Marinov connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed DeVanzo momentarily. #T1#
DeVanzo misses with a looping left.
DeVanzo looks to land a left hand but Marinov moved out of range nicely.
Marinov scores with a jab. DeVanzo acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
DeVanzo's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Marinov thuds his shin into the meat of DeVanzo's side.
DeVanzo misses the shot to the body.
Marinov avoids the body shot from DeVanzo.
Marinov connects with a solid leg kick.
DeVanzo needs to keep his hands up - Marinov had a free shot at his head there.
Marinov fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Marinov throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent DeVanzo stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Marinov jabs at DeVanzo's body.
Marinov buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Marinov dips to his left and cracks DeVanzo with an uppercut!
This has been an exciting period of action!
That kick from Marinov tenderised DeVanzo's leg. DeVanzo is trying to keep his angry face on.
Marinov scores with a push kick.
DeVanzo walks forward, straight into a front kick from Marinov.
Marinov lands a nice looking kick to the body. DeVanzo takes a step back to recover.
Artie DeVanzo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
DeVanzo has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from DeVanzo there as he acknowledges the shot.
DeVanzo takes a kick to the side of the head.
Marinov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo throws an overhand right that lands on Marinov's shoulder, as Marinov tries to avoid the shot.
Marinov connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Marinov scores with a push kick.
Marinov scores with a shot to the body.
Marinov cracks DeVanzo with an open hand slap.
DeVanzo gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Marinov.
Marinov lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Marinov lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Marinov lands with an uppercut that bounces DeVanzo off the cage and back into range.
DeVanzo ducks right into an uppercut from Marinov.
Marinov digs a good body shot into DeVanzo's ribs.#T3#
Marinov lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Marinov lands a head shot.#ROC#DeVanzo is rocked!
Marinov scores with a nice right hand.
DeVanzo is still on wobbly legs! Can Marinov finish him?
DeVanzo bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Marinov's head.
DeVanzo seems to have recovered his senses.
Marinov connects with a right hand. DeVanzo shakes it off.
DeVanzo on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
DeVanzo drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
A punch lands to the side of DeVanzo 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Marinov cracks a nice hook into DeVanzo's ribs.
DeVanzo has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Marinov.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Marinov connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed DeVanzo momentarily.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Marinov.
Good standup being displayed there by Marinov as he connects with a hook.
Marinov throws a one two combo.
DeVanzo is trying hard to land a takedown here. Marinov sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Marinov throws a quick counter kick to the body but DeVanzo avoids it.#T4#
DeVanzo throws a jab but it's blocked by Marinov.
DeVanzo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A good leg kick by Marinov.
Marinov slips a jab from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo throws a poor cross that misses
and Marinov counters with a straight right hand.
Nice cross by Marinov.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! DeVanzo crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Marinov - the referee stops the clock and DeVanzo gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Marinov. DeVanzo manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Marinov chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A low kick lands for Marinov.
DeVanzo throws a right and a left that Marinov avoids nicely.
DeVanzo misses with a left hand
and Marinov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Marinov connects with a body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
DeVanzo takes one to the side of the head.
Marinov thows a body kick. DeVanzo tries to catch it but that hurt him.
DeVanzo on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Marinov lands a jab to the nose.

And that's the end of the fight!
Emil Marinov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Marinov, 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 Ren Mimura scores the fight 30:27
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 30:27
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: C83: Haskins vs. Kahn
Date: Jan 29, 2022

#R1#
DeVanzo ducks right into an uppercut from Mangas.
DeVanzo misses with a right hand
and Mangas counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Nice defenses there by Mangas.
Mangas only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Mangas ducks down and throws a hook to the body but DeVanzo moves away.
A quick step to the side and DeVanzo tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mangas moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Mangas throws out a leg kick but DeVanzo moves out of range and Mangas only half commits.
Mangas lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Mangas takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#ROC2#DeVanzo is rocked!
DeVanzo throws a body punch but Mangas moves out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Mangas! But no joy.
Mangas throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Mangas has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Artie DeVanzo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
DeVanzo misses with a lunging right hand
letting Mangas counter with a right hand.
Oh DeVanzo is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
DeVanzo misses the body punch
and Mangas counters with a big right hand! Oh DeVanzo is in trouble here! Mangas follows up with more strikes and that's it! The ref has stopped it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ruben Ruiz Mangas!
During a confident post fight interview, Ruben Ruiz Mangas thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: C80: Alyoshin vs. Muller 2
Date: Jan 08, 2022

#R1#
Handicks works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
DeVanzo fails to land with a series of punches.
Handicks throws a combination that misses
and DeVanzo cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
DeVanzo misses with a hook to the body
and Handicks connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Decent striking displayed by Handicks there.
Handicks takes a swing at DeVanzo's ribcage but misses.
DeVanzo with the counter takedown but Handicks avoids it easily.
Good standup being displayed there by Handicks as he connects with a hook.
DeVanzo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Handicks throws a jab but it's blocked by DeVanzo.
Handicks lands a really nice looking cross but DeVanzo seems unphased.
Handicks misses with a jab, cross combination.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nice body punch from Handicks.
DeVanzo lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Handicks circles away quickly and effectively.
Handicks looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A looping hook to the body misses from DeVanzo. Handicks does a little dance to reset his feet.
Handicks showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Handicks.#T1#
DeVanzo takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Handicks is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by DeVanzo.
A looping hook to the body misses from DeVanzo. Handicks does a little dance to reset his feet.
As DeVanzo looks to move away, Handicks throws a big counter combo but DeVanzo just gets out of the way.
DeVanzo throws a hook to the side of Handicks's head but Handicks sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Handicks swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A big left from DeVanzo misses.
Handicks throws a hook but DeVanzo blocks it.
DeVanzo rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Handicks moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Handicks throws a hook to the side of DeVanzo's head but DeVanzo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
DeVanzo with the counter takedown but Handicks avoids it easily.
Handicks misses with a wild body shot.
DeVanzo tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
DeVanzo slips under a jab from Handicks.
DeVanzo throws a right hand that Handicks ducks under and follows up with a left that Handicks also avoids with ease.
DeVanzo misses with a double jab. #TD2#
Handicks gets caught flat footed, as DeVanzo shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.#T2#
DeVanzo working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Handicks looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Handicks is pulling down on DeVanzo's head. It's preventing any offense from DeVanzo, at least for the moment.
Handicks tries to land a sweep but no joy.
DeVanzo wants to control from the top but Handicks keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Handicks has control of DeVanzo's left arm, preventing DeVanzo from doing any damage.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Handicks keeping moving, preventing DeVanzo from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
DeVanzo misses the body punch
and Handicks counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#T3#
Handicks uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by DeVanzo.
Handicks throws a good cross that connects.
Handicks has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
DeVanzo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Handicks manages to avoid it.
Handicks throwing a counter right hand but DeVanzo manages to avoid it.
DeVanzo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A telegraphed right hand from DeVanzo misses the target.
Handicks misses with a two punch combination.
A little jabbing left from DeVanzo on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
DeVanzo ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
DeVanzo avoids the body shot from Handicks.
Handicks connects with a body shot that sends DeVanzo's belly button to the back.
Handicks is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by DeVanzo.
Handicks lands with an uppercut that bounces DeVanzo off the cage and back into range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Handicks misses with an uppercut. DeVanzo saw that one coming.
DeVanzo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Handicks manages to avoid it.#T4#
Handicks works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Johny Handicks is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
DeVanzo showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Handicks.
Handicks bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A big left from DeVanzo misses.
Handicks seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
DeVanzo lands with a straight right. Handicks didn't see that one coming.
No luck with that takedown attempt from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Handicks.
A countering left hand to the body from DeVanzo misses.
DeVanzo on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Handicks throws a hook to the side of DeVanzo's head but DeVanzo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Handicks swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Handicks throws a nice looking combination but DeVanzo bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Handicks tries to bum rush DeVanzo with a series of wild strikes but DeVanzo uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
DeVanzo swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
DeVanzo slips a straight right by Handicks.
DeVanzo swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Johny Handicks dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
DeVanzo looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
DeVanzo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Handicks moves away.
Handicks gets cracked there but stands up to it.
DeVanzo uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Handicks.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from DeVanzo! But no joy.
Johny Handicks is winning the standup battle so far.
DeVanzo takes a jab right on the kisser.
DeVanzo fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Handicks looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
DeVanzo throws the left hand but Handicks avoids the punch easily.
Handicks just misses with a punch to the body.
DeVanzo misses with a looping right.
DeVanzo takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DeVanzo throws out a loose jab but Handicks uses good head movement to avoid it.
Handicks connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between DeVanzo's hands.
A slow jab from DeVanzo misses its intended target.
Handicks moves away from the strike by DeVanzo.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Handicks fails to land with a series of punches.
DeVanzo swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T1#
DeVanzo uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Handicks.
DeVanzo misses with a straight right.
DeVanzo slips under a jab from Handicks.
A left lands for Handicks.
DeVanzo throws a body shot but no joy.
DeVanzo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
DeVanzo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
It looked like Handicks wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Handicks connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
DeVanzo swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Handicks.
DeVanzo throws a big shot that misses.
Handicks tries to counter with a takedown but DeVanzo is quick to defend against it.
Handicks looks to land a left hand but DeVanzo moved out of range nicely.
Handicks lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
DeVanzo lunges at Handicks with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Handicks's hand.
Handicks scores with a hook to the body. DeVanzo takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Handicks swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by DeVanzo.
Handicks is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that DeVanzo can do to turn this around?
Handicks stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
DeVanzo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jab, jab by DeVanzo - just one landing.
Handicks smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
DeVanzo throws a lazy right hand but Handicks sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
The fighters circling - Handicks throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Handicks clobbers DeVanzo with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
DeVanzo lands a nice looking body shot.
Handicks with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Handicks will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
DeVanzo drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Handicks defends it well.
DeVanzo closes this distance looking for a takedown but Handicks circles away.
Handicks is looking to counter punch.#T3#
DeVanzo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Handicks misses with a straight left.
Handicks throws a nice looking combination but DeVanzo bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
It seemed like DeVanzo was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
DeVanzo slips a jab from Handicks.
Handicks throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
DeVanzo has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
DeVanzo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
DeVanzo swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Handicks counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Handicks throws out a powerful jab.
Handicks slips a jab and a cross from DeVanzo.
Handicks lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Handicks misses with a hook.
A jab lands there for DeVanzo.
DeVanzo ducks right into an uppercut from Handicks.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Handicks lands with a nice body punch. #T4#
DeVanzo lands a jab to the nose.
DeVanzo on the wrong end of a nice hook.
DeVanzo walks into a left hand.
Handicks blocks a jab.
Handicks swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
DeVanzo steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Handicks.
A countering left hand to the body from DeVanzo misses.
DeVanzo takes a swing at Handicks's ribcage but misses.
It looked like Handicks wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Handicks misses the jab.
DeVanzo misses with a looping left.
DeVanzo throws the left hand but Handicks avoids the punch easily.
DeVanzo misses with a wild body shot.
DeVanzo shoots in and drives through. Handicks sprawls well.
Handicks bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps DeVanzo's head backwards.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Handicks stuffs the takedown attempt from DeVanzo. DeVanzo gets slowly back to his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Johny Handicks dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
DeVanzo throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Handicks counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Handicks connects with a nice looking jab.
Handicks darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #ROC#DeVanzo is rocked!
Handicks misses with a straight left.
DeVanzo is still on wobbly legs! Can Handicks finish him?
Handicks takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
DeVanzo seems to have recovered his senses.
Handicks misses with a wild body shot.
Handicks rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but DeVanzo moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
DeVanzo tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Handicks was well out of range. Poor timing from DeVanzo.
Handicks throwing a counter right hand but DeVanzo manages to avoid it.
Handicks misses with a jab, cross combination.
DeVanzo tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Handicks keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from DeVanzo.
Handicks throws a lazy right hand but DeVanzo sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
DeVanzo throws a predictable looking body shot
and Handicks counters with a stiff right hand.
Handicks throws the left hand but DeVanzo avoids the punch easily.#T1#
DeVanzo gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
DeVanzo lands a slapping body shot.
DeVanzo scores with a jab to the body.
DeVanzo scores with a sloppy right hand. Handicks should have avoided that one.
DeVanzo misses with a left hand
and Handicks counters with a nice uppercut.
A left lands for Handicks.
Handicks looks to land a right hand but DeVanzo moved out of range.
DeVanzo throws a counter combo.
DeVanzo lands a body shot.
Handicks throws a nice looking combination but DeVanzo bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
DeVanzo shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Handicks defends it nicely.
Artie DeVanzo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Johny Handicks is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
DeVanzo looks to score with a jab to the body but Handicks is just out of range.
DeVanzo misses with a takedown attempt - Handicks sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Handicks throws a combination but it was largely blocked by DeVanzo.
DeVanzo lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Handicks circles away quickly and effectively.
Handicks slaps away a takedown attempt from DeVanzo, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Johny Handicks has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Artie DeVanzo.
DeVanzo takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Handicks scores with a one two! DeVanzo had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Handicks connects with a crisp jab.
Handicks comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Handicks connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between DeVanzo's hands.
A decent looking cross lands there for Handicks.
Handicks displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. #T3#
Some wild striking there from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
DeVanzo lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
DeVanzo goes for a double leg but Handicks avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Handicks continues to drive forward.
An attempted straight right counter from Handicks misses the target.
DeVanzo walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
DeVanzo tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Handicks defends well and DeVanzo ends up having to push Handicks into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
DeVanzo misses with a left hand
and Handicks counters with a one-two to the body.
Handicks closes the distance and lands a one-two.
DeVanzo looks to land a right hand but Handicks moved out of range.
A quick step to the side and Handicks tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Handicks moves into range and connects with a jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Handicks steps to the side to avoid the strikes from DeVanzo.#T4#
DeVanzo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Handicks.
An attempted straight right counter from Handicks misses the target.
DeVanzo slips a jab and a cross from Handicks.
Handicks cracks DeVanzo with a right hand to the side of the head.
Handicks works over DeVanzo's head and body with a nice combination.
DeVanzo walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Handicks cracks a nice hook into DeVanzo's ribs.
DeVanzo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Handicks moves away.
Handicks moves out of range of the strikes.
Handicks scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
DeVanzo swings widly with a right hand
and Handicks counters with a lovely straight right hand!
DeVanzo misses with a hook
and DeVanzo 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.
Handicks connects with a right hand. DeVanzo shakes it off.
Handicks connects with a jab.

And that's the end of the fight!
Johny Handicks showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Handicks, 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Johny Handicks!
Johny Handicks 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: C74: Ahma vs. Lermontov
Date: Nov 27, 2021

#R1#
DeVanzo misses with a jab, cross combination.
Steele sizes up DeVanzo with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
DeVanzo throws a lazy uppercut #KD#
and Steele counters with a big uppercut that knocks DeVanzo off his feet! Steele dives into side control looking to finish!#ROC#DeVanzo is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Steele tries to stand but DeVanzo is controlling his head.
DeVanzo is still in real trouble! Can Steele finish him?
Steele moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Steele tries to stand but DeVanzo is controlling his head.
DeVanzo seems to have recovered his senses.
DeVanzo is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
DeVanzo parries the strikes from Steele easily there. Steele is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable DeVanzo to escape.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
DeVanzo is trying to buck Steele off.#T1#
Steele wants to stand but DeVanzo has his arm trapped.
DeVanzo parries the strikes from Steele easily there. Steele is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable DeVanzo to escape.
Steele wants to stand but DeVanzo is controlling his arm.
Steele works to advance to full mount. DeVanzo defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Steele controlling the position easily from mount.
DeVanzo really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Steele takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
DeVanzo is in all sorts of trouble here. #T2#
DeVanzo keeps trying to improve his position.
Steele looking to control but DeVanzo is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Steele content just to control the position here.
DeVanzo is wriggling around trying to escape.
Steele controlling from mount.
Steele prevents DeVanzo from getting the reversal.
Steele sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Steele continues to stall.#T3#
Steele tries to control but DeVanzo wriggling away.
Steele controlling the pace for now.
Steele tries to control but DeVanzo wriggling away.
Steele takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Steele wants to control the pace but DeVanzo is squirming around nicely.
DeVanzo gets back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
It looks like Steele is going to stand back up. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Still in half guard, Steele seems content to control.
DeVanzo is looking to improve his position.
Steele wants to stand up but DeVanzo is controlling the position.
Steele controlling the action here.
DeVanzo is trying to get back to full guard.
Steele is trying to control the action in half guard but DeVanzo is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Steele lands with a punch from half guard.
Steele wants to stand but DeVanzo has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Stanley Steele dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
DeVanzo takes a swing at Steele's ribcage but misses.
DeVanzo takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
DeVanzo on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Steele is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by DeVanzo.
Steele is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that DeVanzo can do to turn this around?
Steele works the jab nicely.
DeVanzo throws a body shot but no joy.
DeVanzo misses with a two punch combination.
DeVanzo works the jab nicely.
DeVanzo with a lazy takedown attempt
and Steele counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Steele uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by DeVanzo. #KD#
DeVanzo ducks straight into an uppercut from Steele and tumbles to the canvas! It’s a flash knockdown though - DeVanzo manages to regain guard straight away.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Steele trying to control the position from guard on top but DeVanzo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
DeVanzo trying to control the position.
Steele stopping the sweep attempt from DeVanzo.
Steele trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Steele controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Steele with a flurry of punches that miss.
Steele wants to stand but DeVanzo has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
DeVanzo preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
DeVanzo takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Steele throws a body shot but no joy.
A swing and a miss from DeVanzo.#T2#
A big right from Steele misses.
Stanley Steele is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
DeVanzo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Steele moves away.
DeVanzo fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
DeVanzo takes a shot to the body in his stride.
The crowd cheers as DeVanzo lands an impressive looking overhand right. Steele doesn't seem phased though.
DeVanzo misses with an uppercut
and Steele counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Steele with a jab.
DeVanzo keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Steele.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A punch combination from DeVanzo misses.
Decent striking displayed by Steele there.
Steele throws a pinpoint strike between DeVanzo's hands that connects right on the jaw and sends DeVanzo crashing to the floor! He's out before he even hits the mat and Steele scores a great knockout victory!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Stanley Steele!
Stanley Steele decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: C70: Mongrel vs. Haskins
Date: Oct 30, 2021

#R1#
Handicks dodges the punch combination from DeVanzo.
A big right from Handicks misses.
DeVanzo fails to land with a series of punches.
DeVanzo lunges at Handicks with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Handicks's hand.
DeVanzo misses the shot to the body.
DeVanzo throws a jab but it's blocked by Handicks.
DeVanzo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Handicks.
DeVanzo throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
DeVanzo throws a body shot but no joy.
DeVanzo getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DeVanzo slips under a jab.
Handicks cracks DeVanzo with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Handicks connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between DeVanzo's hands.
This has been an exciting period of action!
DeVanzo swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Handicks counters with a straight right hand.
DeVanzo slips a jab from Handicks.#T1#
Danga de danga de dang - Handicks scores with a four punch combination!
DeVanzo takes one on the chin but seems OK.
DeVanzo misses with a jab to the body
and Handicks counters with a straight right hand.#ROC2#DeVanzo is rocked!
Handicks throws a looping overhand right but DeVanzo ducks down to avoid it.
It looked like DeVanzo wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Handicks throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Handicks throws a poor cross that misses
and DeVanzo connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
DeVanzo throws a body punch but Handicks moves out of range.
The fighters circling - Handicks throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
DeVanzo throws a combination. Handicks tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Handicks ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Handicks missing with a left hand there. DeVanzo was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nice body punch from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Handicks throws out the jab.
Handicks pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Johny Handicks is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
Handicks throws a jab but it's blocked by DeVanzo.
Handicks 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.
DeVanzo bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Handicks's head.
DeVanzo looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
DeVanzo misses with a lunging right hand
and Handicks counters with a stiff right hand.
DeVanzo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Handicks.
DeVanzo is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Handicks looks to land a right hand but DeVanzo moved out of range.
DeVanzo throws a looping overhand right but Handicks ducks down to avoid it.
A looping hook to the body misses from DeVanzo. Handicks does a little dance to reset his feet.
DeVanzo ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
The crowd cheers as DeVanzo lands an impressive looking overhand right. Handicks doesn't seem phased though.
Handicks lands with a nice combination. DeVanzo backs away looking to recover.
DeVanzo scores with a body shot.
Handicks scores with a nice strike.
Handicks misses with an uppercut.
DeVanzo throwing a counter right hand but Handicks manages to avoid it.
DeVanzo just misses with a punch to the body.
It seemed like Handicks was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T3#
DeVanzo with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Handicks to score with a decent uppercut.
Handicks takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Handicks misses with a left hand
and DeVanzo cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
DeVanzo lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
DeVanzo connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #ROC#Handicks is rocked!
A nice combination there by Handicks.
Handicks thows a left - swing and a miss!
Handicks throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#KD#
DeVanzo lands a big uppercut and Handicks crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Handicks looks OK. DeVanzo waves Handicks back to his feet!
Handicks is still on wobbly legs! Can DeVanzo finish him?
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Handicks dodges the punch combination from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo cracks Handicks with a hook to the temple - Handicks is on wobbly legs here! DeVanzo swarms him with hook after hook, landing with each one! Handicks falls to the canvas face first and the referee dives in to stop the fight! DeVanzo wins by TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Artie DeVanzo!

Event: C65: Gee vs. Fujimoto 2
Date: Oct 02, 2021

#R1#
DeVanzo jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent. #TD#
DeVanzo looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Spartan!
Spartan looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Spartan is trying to control DeVanzo's posture but DeVanzo avoids it.
Spartan sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Spartan wants to get back to full guard.
DeVanzo is thwarting Spartan's attempts to control the position.
Spartan makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Spartan.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spartan controls DeVanzo momentarily but DeVanzo frees himself.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Spartan seems keen to control DeVanzo's posture.#T1##SUB2#
Spartan looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Spartan is trying to control the position but DeVanzo postures up.
Spartan 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.
Spartan wants to stand up but DeVanzo is controlling him.
DeVanzo is looking to work some ground and pound but Spartan has wrist control.
DeVanzo throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
DeVanzo wants to control from the top but Spartan keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
DeVanzo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
DeVanzo steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Spartan.
DeVanzo is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
DeVanzo scores with a jab to the body.
Spartan lands a right hook to the body. #CL2#
Spartan closes the distance and clinches.
DeVanzo lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Spartan can't get the takedown.
DeVanzo has a couple of punches blocked by Spartan.
DeVanzo prevents a takedown attempt there.
Spartan misses with a body punch.
A short left from Spartan.
DeVanzo struggles to land a body shot inside as Spartan controls his hands. #TD2#
Spartan wants the takedown. DeVanzo is fighting it off but Spartan persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in DeVanzo's guard against the cage.
Spartan pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. DeVanzo is keeping the position for now.
DeVanzo is looking to stand up but Spartan isn't so interested in that idea. #T3#
Spartan slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Spartan's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
DeVanzo trying to control the position.
Spartan tries to free his leg and advance position but DeVanzo is retaining full guard.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
DeVanzo keeping moving, preventing Spartan from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Spartan lands with a slapping head kick.
DeVanzo throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Spartan's waist but Spartan gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing DeVanzo off to one side.
Spartan scoring well with a low kick there.
DeVanzo blocks a jab.#TD2#
Spartan looking to score a takedown here. DeVanzo is defending well but Spartan drives through and ends up in DeVanzo's guard.
Spartan stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. DeVanzo swivels though and keeps the full guard.
DeVanzo tries to land a sweep but no joy.
DeVanzo is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Spartan is controlling him.
Spartan stands and throws DeVanzo's legs to the side, diving into side control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Furio Spartan dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
DeVanzo misses with an uppercut. Spartan saw that one coming.
DeVanzo connects with a good right hand that stumbles Spartan. Spartan circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Furio Spartan is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Some wild striking there from Spartan.
DeVanzo misses the body punch
and DeVanzo takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Spartan tries to clinch there but DeVanzo circles away.
Spartan is trying hard to land a takedown here. DeVanzo sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Spartan takes one to the chin there.
Spartan scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Spartan looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
DeVanzo swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Furio Spartan seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Spartan tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A decent looking cross lands there for DeVanzo.
DeVanzo misses with a few strikes there.
Spartan ducks down and throws a hook to the body but DeVanzo moves away.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Spartan, as that shot connected.
DeVanzo throws a nice looking combination but Spartan bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Spartan unleashes a big counter combination but DeVanzo bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.#T1#
DeVanzo misses with a hook. Spartan ducked under it nicely.
DeVanzo throws a jab but it's blocked by Spartan.
Spartan takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Spartan misses with a few strikes there.
Spartan throws a combination but it was largely blocked by DeVanzo.
Spartan fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and DeVanzo has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
DeVanzo lands an overhand right.
Spartan connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #TD2#
Spartan looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
DeVanzo tries to land a sweep but no joy.
DeVanzo trying to control the position.
Spartan trying to control but DeVanzo is working from the bottom. #T2#
DeVanzo 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.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Spartan trying to control but DeVanzo is working from the bottom.
Spartan wants to pass the guard but DeVanzo is keeping the position.
Spartan wants to control from the top but DeVanzo keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Donk. DeVanzo catches Spartan right on the button with a cross.
Nice takedown defense from DeVanzo. No joy for Spartan on that attempt. #T3#
Spartan fails in his attempt to clinch.
A little feinted left hand from DeVanzo on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Spartan walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. DeVanzo checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Spartan 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.
Spartan scoring well with a low kick there.
Spartan tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Spartan keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
DeVanzo misses with a left hand
and Spartan counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Spartan enables DeVanzo to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Spartan manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Spartan is wriggling around but DeVanzo manages to pass to half guard. #REVB#
Spartan tries to roll over but DeVanzo keeps him under control.
Still in half guard, DeVanzo seems content to control.
Spartan slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T4#
DeVanzo postures up.
DeVanzo working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Spartan 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.
Spartan looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but DeVanzo puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
DeVanzo tries to stand but his arm is trapped.
DeVanzo drops an elbow to the side of Spartan's head.
Spartan avoiding damage under a succession of punches from DeVanzo.
Furio Spartan has got the better of the ground game so far.
DeVanzo prevents Spartan from standing back up.
DeVanzo wants to take a breather but Spartan is having none of it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Artie DeVanzo will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
DeVanzo scores with a body shot.
Spartan throws a nice inside leg kick.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Spartan.
Spartan misses with a head kick.
DeVanzo avoids a punch combination nicely.
Spartan slips a straight right by DeVanzo.
DeVanzo throws a poor cross that misses
and Spartan makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Spartan throws a poor cross that misses
and DeVanzo counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DeVanzo shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Spartan eats them both and turns towards DeVanzo to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
DeVanzo misses with a takedown attempt - Spartan sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Spartan misses with a takedown attempt
and DeVanzo counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Spartan takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #T1#
Spartan misses with a wild body shot.
A little feinted left hand from DeVanzo on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Spartan throws a combination. DeVanzo tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
A bone on bone clash there as DeVanzo blocks the leg kick.
DeVanzo throws a body punch but Spartan moves out of range.
Spartan looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
DeVanzo is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Spartan.
Spartan throws a lazy body kick #TD#
and DeVanzo counters with a takedown into side control.
Spartan is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Spartan takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
DeVanzo seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
DeVanzo wants to take a breather but Spartan is having none of it.
DeVanzo is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
DeVanzo with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Spartan is looking for a sweep. DeVanzo is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
DeVanzo slips a nice elbow through Spartan's hands, connecting with Spartan's forehead.
Spartan preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
DeVanzo thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Spartan's head.
DeVanzo frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Spartan really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
DeVanzo with the ground and pound from mount.
Spartan holds on for dear life.#T3#
Spartan is squirming around, avoiding DeVanzo's attempts to control the action.
Spartan regains half guard.
DeVanzo prevents Spartan from improving his position.
DeVanzo trying to control from half guard but Spartan is working away.
DeVanzo looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Spartan is looking for a sweep. DeVanzo is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
DeVanzo trying to control from half guard but Spartan is working away. #T4#
DeVanzo working the head and body with strikes.
Spartan tries to roll over but DeVanzo keeps him under control.
DeVanzo lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
DeVanzo throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
DeVanzo is looking to stall here but Spartan recovers full guard.
DeVanzo postures up and lands a big shot to Spartan's brow.

And that's the end of the fight!
Artie DeVanzo showed his dominance in that final round.
I think DeVanzo 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 Gwen Towbar scores the fight 29:28
Judge George Francis scores the fight 29:28
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Artie DeVanzo!

Event: C64: Muller vs. Alyoshin
Date: Sep 25, 2021

#R1#
DeVanzo throws an off balance right hand
and Mangas counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Mangas throws the left hand but DeVanzo avoids the punch easily.
DeVanzo just misses with a punch to the body.
DeVanzo fails to land the takedown.
Artie DeVanzo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
DeVanzo misses with a looping left.
DeVanzo throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
DeVanzo misses with a looping left.
DeVanzo throws a poor cross that misses
and Mangas counters with a straight right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mangas feints and then cracks DeVanzo's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow DeVanzo down.
Mangas throws a body punch but DeVanzo moves out of range.
DeVanzo is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Mangas ducks under a wild hook from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Mangas lands with a shot to the body. #T1#
DeVanzo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
DeVanzo scores with a nice right hand.
DeVanzo has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from DeVanzo there as he acknowledges the shot.
DeVanzo just misses with a punch to the body.
DeVanzo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mangas manages to avoid it.
Mangas is looking to counter punch.
DeVanzo throws a jab but it's blocked by Mangas.
Mangas takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#CUT2#It looks like Ruben Ruiz Mangas has been cut.
DeVanzo connects with a good right hand that stumbles Mangas. Mangas circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
DeVanzo cracks Mangas with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Mangas catches DeVanzo with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
DeVanzo comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back 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!
DeVanzo on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#T2#
DeVanzo misses the shot to the body.
Mangas connects with an inside leg kick.
Mangas slips a jab and a cross from DeVanzo.
Mangas looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Mangas walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. DeVanzo checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Mangas looks to land a right hand but DeVanzo moved out of range.
DeVanzo throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Mangas.
DeVanzo feints a jab promting Mangas to slip. DeVanzo then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Mangas slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
DeVanzo gets cracked there but stands up to it.
DeVanzo tries to bum rush Mangas with a series of wild strikes but Mangas uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
DeVanzo misses with a body shot.
A good leg kick by Mangas. #T3#
Mangas tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but DeVanzo was well out of range. Poor timing from Mangas.
Mangas cracks DeVanzo with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
DeVanzo fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
DeVanzo misses with a jab, cross combination.
A telegraphed right hand from DeVanzo misses the target.
Nice cross by Mangas.
Nice body punch from Mangas.
Mangas throws a jab but it's blocked by DeVanzo.
DeVanzo tries to move into range but Mangas moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
DeVanzo swinging wildly here. #T4#
Mangas uses good head movement to avoid the hook from DeVanzo.
Mangas is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Mangas fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. DeVanzo looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
DeVanzo throws a sloppy body shot
and Mangas counters with a straight right hand.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
DeVanzo swings widly with a right hand
and DeVanzo takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #ROC#DeVanzo is rocked!
Mangas with a nice calf kick.
DeVanzo is still on wobbly legs! Can Mangas finish him?
Mangas closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
DeVanzo swings for the body but Mangas moves out of range.
A counter left hand to the body from Mangas misses its target.
DeVanzo seems to have recovered his senses.
DeVanzo shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Mangas sprawls well. Mangas wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. DeVanzo gets slowly back to his feet.
Ruben Ruiz Mangas has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Artie DeVanzo.
DeVanzo drops his hands momentarily and Mangas needs no second invitation. He sets himself and throws a perfect high kick, that clips DeVanzo just on the top of the head. DeVanzo drops like a sack of potatoes to the canvas, out cold! Oooooooh yeah! Stick a fork in DeVanzo - he's done!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Ruben Ruiz Mangas!
A very excited looking Ruben Ruiz Mangas 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: C62: Dinu vs. Lee
Date: Sep 18, 2021

#R1#
McCockiner lands a glancing blow to the side of DeVanzo's head.
McCockiner connects with a single shot there.#ROC#DeVanzo is rocked!
McCockiner bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
DeVanzo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McCockiner walks into a stiff left hand from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo throws a series of punches but McCockiner avoids them all with ease.
DeVanzo lands with a nice body punch.
McCockiner changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by DeVanzo.#CUT2#It looks like Barry McCockiner has been cut.
DeVanzo misses the shot 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!#KD#
McCockiner sends DeVanzo crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! McCockiner is motioning to the referee to let DeVanzo up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!
DeVanzo is still on wobbly legs! Can McCockiner finish him?
McCockiner throws a body kick that misses.
DeVanzo drops down looking to force a counter takedown but McCockiner defends it well.
McCockiner jabs DeVanzo to the body, keeping him at a distance.
DeVanzo seems to have recovered his senses.
DeVanzo is wiping some vaseline out of his eye. McCockiner doesn't give a rats ass about fair play and cracks him with a massive hook to the side of the head! DeVanzo crumples to the floor out cold! The cornerman is going to be in DeVanzo's bad books for that mishap!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Barry McCockiner!
A victorious Barry McCockiner thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: C55: Garcia vs. Marinov
Date: Aug 07, 2021

#R1##CL2#
Larkin forces DeVanzo back against the cage and clinches.
Larkin wants to take the fight to the mat but DeVanzo manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#BC2#
Larkin escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Larkin tries to close the distance and clinch but DeVanzo swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
DeVanzo misses with a two punch combination. #CL2#
Larkin gets a clinch.
DeVanzo tries to work over Larkin's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
DeVanzo lands a shoulder strike. #TD#
DeVanzo is trying to trip Larkin. He has hold of a leg but Larkin is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. DeVanzo persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
DeVanzo would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #SUB2#
Larkin is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! DeVanzo rolls with it to try and escape but Larkin cranks on the arm and DeVanzo is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Donnie Larkin!
Donnie Larkin 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: C50: Maestre vs. Zan
Date: Jul 17, 2021

#R1#
DeVanzo rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Steve counters with a good, hard body kick but DeVanzo shrugs it off. #CL#
Steve moves into the clinch.
Steve lands a hook to the side of the head.
Steve tries to throw a body punch but DeVanzo avoids it by throwing Steve back against the cage.
Steve tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Steve lands a damaging elbow.
Steve doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Steve lands an elbow inside that DeVanzo shrugs off.
Steve lands with a right to the head.
Steve misses with a punch to the body.
DeVanzo has a couple of punches blocked by Steve.
DeVanzo scores with a shoulder strike.
Steve misses with a short punch on the inside.
Steve lands a hook to the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Steve misses with some punches.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Steve creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Steve lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Steve has a couple of punches blocked by DeVanzo. #T1##TD2#
DeVanzo works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Steve is trying to control the position but DeVanzo postures up.
DeVanzo trying to control but Steve is working from the bottom.
Steve has DeVanzo pulled in close to control his posture.
DeVanzo throws a big right hand that misses.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
DeVanzo wants to control from the top but Steve keeps moving.
DeVanzo stands and throws Steve's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Sloppy strikes there by DeVanzo.#T2#
DeVanzo scoring with punches from side control.
You can see the frustration on Steve's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
DeVanzo working the ground and pound from side control.
Steve regains half guard.
DeVanzo stalling.
Steve is looking for a sweep. DeVanzo is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
DeVanzo is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #T3#
DeVanzo is looking to take a break and control but Steve is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Steve is concentrating on defense, preventing DeVanzo from advancing position.
DeVanzo wants to take a breather but Steve is having none of it.
DeVanzo with the ground and pound but Steve uses the opportunity to regain guard.
DeVanzo stopping the sweep attempt from Steve.
DeVanzo missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Steve looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Steve slips a straight right by DeVanzo.
Steve keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Steve thinks about countering with a body kick.
Steve tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but DeVanzo was well out of range. Poor timing from Steve.
DeVanzo tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Steve on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Steve takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK. #CUT2#It looks like Chris Steve has been cut.#CL#
Steve has DeVanzo up against the cage in a clinch.
DeVanzo blocking some punches.
Steve lands an elbow just above DeVanzo 's eye.
Steve comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. #CUT#It looks like Artie DeVanzo has been cut.
Steve stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Steve lands with a left to the head.
Steve misses with a punch on the inside.
Steve pushes DeVanzo back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Chris Steve dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
A solid body kick from Steve.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Steve here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Steve uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by DeVanzo.
An attempted straight right counter from Steve misses the target.
A decent looking cross lands there for DeVanzo.
DeVanzo throws a lazy uppercut
and Steve connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Steve enables DeVanzo to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Steve manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
DeVanzo has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Steve managing to control the position.
Steve is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that DeVanzo can do to turn this around?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DeVanzo stands up over Steve, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #T1#
DeVanzo stopping the sweep attempt from Steve.
DeVanzo is looking to work some ground and pound but Steve has wrist control.
DeVanzo with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Steve is pulling down on DeVanzo's head to control his posture.
DeVanzo throws an elbow that misses. Steve uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in DeVanzo's guard. Nice move by Steve!#REVR#
DeVanzo is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
DeVanzo wants to hit a sweep here but Steve passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for DeVanzo there! #T2#
DeVanzo is desperately trying to improve his position but Steve has a good base and remains in mount.
DeVanzo wants to control but Steve is having none of it.
DeVanzo is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
DeVanzo squirming around on the bottom, looking to escape.
Steve content just to control the position here.
Steve looking to control but DeVanzo is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T3#
DeVanzo tries to hold on but Steve postures up.
DeVanzo really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Steve controlling from the full mount.
DeVanzo tries to lock up and control but Steve gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Steve tries to control but DeVanzo wriggling away. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
DeVanzo keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
DeVanzo is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
DeVanzo wants to hold on but Steve pushes him away.
Artie DeVanzo has got the better of the ground game so far.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
DeVanzo is looking to improve his position but Steve isn't that keen on the idea.
Steve controlling his opponent.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Chris Steve dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R3#
DeVanzo connects with a jab.
Steve seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Decent striking displayed by DeVanzo there.
Steve lands a nice leg kick that just misses DeVanzo's sensitive parts.
DeVanzo scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Steve doesn't seem bothered though.
Steve throws a big shot that misses.
DeVanzo fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Steve fires out a quick counter leg kick but DeVanzo just manages to avoid it.
Artie DeVanzo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Steve swings for the body but DeVanzo moves out of range.
DeVanzo has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steve connects with a solid leg kick.
DeVanzo misses the jab.
DeVanzo fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Artie DeVanzo seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Steve needs to keep his hands up - DeVanzo had a free shot at his head there.#T1#
DeVanzo on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Steve. Steve obviously looking to wear him down.
DeVanzo misses with a takedown
and Steve counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Steve missing with a left hand there. DeVanzo was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Steve's hands are dropping dangerously low here and DeVanzo connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Steve scrambles back to his feet.
DeVanzo throws the left hand but Steve avoids the punch easily.
Steve is on the wrong end of a nice combination from DeVanzo.
Steve fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt DeVanzo.
Steve shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
DeVanzo misses with a body shot.
DeVanzo shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#T2#
Steve doesn't manage to clinch there - DeVanzo circles away.
DeVanzo misses with a body shot
and Steve makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
DeVanzo misses with a hook. Steve ducked under it nicely.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Steve with a nice calf kick.
Decent striking displayed by Steve there.
Steve tries to clinch there but DeVanzo circles away.
DeVanzo throws a series of punches but Steve moves out of range.
Steve wants to slow DeVanzo down by chopping away at his legs.
Chris Steve is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
DeVanzo jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Nice defenses there by Steve.
A little feinted left hand from Steve on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A looping hook to the body misses from DeVanzo. Steve does a little dance to reset his feet.#T3#
A shot to the body from DeVanzo misses
and Steve counters with a straight right hand.
DeVanzo lands with a shot to the body.
DeVanzo throws a jab when Steve was well out of range.
DeVanzo misses with a hook.
Steve quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Steve takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
DeVanzo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
DeVanzo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Steve manages to avoid it.
Steve jabs at DeVanzo's body.
A looping hook to the body misses from DeVanzo. Steve does a little dance to reset his feet.
DeVanzo throws a hook to the side of Steve's head but Steve sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Steve keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Chris Steve has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Artie DeVanzo.
DeVanzo takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T4#
Steve lands a slapping body shot.
Steve lands a jab.
DeVanzo jabbing away but nothing is landing.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Steve scores with a nice head shot.#ROC#DeVanzo is rocked!
Some wild striking there from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo is still on wobbly legs! Can Steve finish him?
DeVanzo connects with a good right hand that stumbles Steve. Steve circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Artie DeVanzo just about did enough to take it.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R4#
DeVanzo gets caught by a big overhand right and goes down! Steve gets on top of him and starts throwing some serious punches until the ref intervenes and stops the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 4, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Chris Steve!
Chris Steve retains his middleweight title!
A very excited looking Chris Steve 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: C44: Zan vs. Severini 2
Date: Jun 19, 2021

#R1#
Mikhasevich ducks under a wild hook from DeVanzo.
Mikhasevich looks to throw the jab but DeVanzo is out of range.
A good leg kick by Mikhasevich. #TD#
DeVanzo shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. DeVanzo showed some decent athleticism there.
Mikhasevich tries to roll over but DeVanzo keeps him under control.
Mikhasevich trying to control here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DeVanzo is looking to take a break and control but Mikhasevich is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
DeVanzo not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #T1#
DeVanzo thows a huge punch but Mikhasevich dodges it nicely.
Mikhasevich blocking the ground and pound attempt from DeVanzo.
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. DeVanzo connects with a nice short shot to Mikhasevich's temple.
DeVanzo 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.
DeVanzo trying to control the action but Mikhasevich is working from the bottom.
DeVanzo prevents Mikhasevich from improving his position.
Mikhasevich is trying to maintain the position but DeVanzo is very close to passing his half guard.
DeVanzo wants to take a breather but Mikhasevich is having none of it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
DeVanzo throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
DeVanzo trying to control the pace.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
DeVanzo wants to control but Mikhasevich is keeping him busy. #T2#
Mikhasevich on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Mikhasevich is looking to improve his position.
DeVanzo wants to take a breather but Mikhasevich is having none of it.
DeVanzo prevents Mikhasevich from improving his position.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Mikhasevich is looking to control DeVanzo's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Mikhasevich avoid being mounted?#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
DeVanzo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mikhasevich moves away.#T3#
DeVanzo throws an off balance right hand
and Mikhasevich connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Mikhasevich misses with a kick to the body.
Mikhasevich lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as DeVanzo backs up against the cage.
DeVanzo tries to bum rush Mikhasevich with a series of wild strikes but Mikhasevich uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A swing and a miss from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo throws a series of punches but Mikhasevich moves out of range.
Mikhasevich fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt DeVanzo.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Mikhasevich 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 DeVanzo has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from DeVanzo and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
DeVanzo is looking to counter punch.
DeVanzo connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
DeVanzo tries to move into range but Mikhasevich moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Mikhasevich slips under a jab from DeVanzo.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
DeVanzo misses with a double jab
and Mikhasevich counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. DeVanzo is lucky that one didn't land flush. #ROC2#DeVanzo is rocked!#T4#
DeVanzo throws a good cross that connects.
DeVanzo uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mikhasevich.
Gennady Mikhasevich is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Mikhasevich staying out of range there.
Mikhasevich lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Mikhasevich.
Oh DeVanzo is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Mikhasevich steps to the side to avoid the strikes from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo seems to have got his legs back now.
Mikhasevich jabs at DeVanzo's body.
DeVanzo doesn't succeed with the takedown
and DeVanzo takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Mikhasevich misses with an attempted mid kick.
An attempted straight right counter from DeVanzo misses the target.
Mikhasevich throws a body shot but no joy.
DeVanzo throws a series of punches but Mikhasevich avoids them all with ease.
DeVanzo throws a one two combo.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Artie DeVanzo will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
DeVanzo rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Mikhasevich moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
DeVanzo misses with a right hand
and Mikhasevich connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Artie DeVanzo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
DeVanzo fails with the takedown
letting Mikhasevich counter with a right hand.
Mikhasevich defending well as DeVanzo loads up on a big left hand.
DeVanzo fails to land with a series of punches.
DeVanzo connects with a body shot.
DeVanzo throws a body punch but Mikhasevich moves out of range.
Mikhasevich thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on DeVanzo if he has to take too many more of those.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DeVanzo misses with a double jab.
DeVanzo misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Mikhasevich counters with a straight right hand.#KD2#
Oooh a lovely combination from Mikhasevich sends DeVanzo down but not out. Mikhasevich dives into side control looking to finish.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mikhasevich lands an elbow. #T1#
Mikhasevich wants to control but DeVanzo is keeping him busy.
DeVanzo is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Mikhasevich's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
DeVanzo manages to get to full guard.
DeVanzo looking for a sweep. Not yet DeVanzo, not yet.
DeVanzo 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#
Mikhasevich is not content to let DeVanzo control the position.#T2#
DeVanzo wants to free his trapped foot but Mikhasevich is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Mikhasevich is controlling DeVanzo's trapped leg to prevent DeVanzo from advancing to side control.
DeVanzo not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Mikhasevich is looking to improve his position.
DeVanzo not doing much here.
Mikhasevich is looking to improve his position. #T3#
DeVanzo throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Nice strikes from DeVanzo there.
DeVanzo is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Mikhasevich has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. DeVanzo is working away from the top position though.
DeVanzo thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #SUB2#
Mikhasevich looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
DeVanzo takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T4#
Ground and pound from DeVanzo. #SUB2#
Mikhasevich with the active half guard here but DeVanzo passes nicely into side control.
DeVanzo scores with punches from side control.
DeVanzo trying to control the position but Mikhasevich is working away.
DeVanzo lands a decent elbow from side control.
Artie DeVanzo overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
DeVanzo working the head and body with strikes.
Mikhasevich is trying to get back to half guard.
DeVanzo advances to mount.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Artie DeVanzo will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Mikhasevich misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Mikhasevich misses with an uppercut #TD#
and DeVanzo counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by DeVanzo.
DeVanzo is standing up over Mikhasevich. Mikhasevich looks to escape but DeVanzo dives into side control. #REVB#
DeVanzo lands a few punches from side control.
Mikhasevich is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB#
DeVanzo tries for a kimura but Mikhasevich is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DeVanzo moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now. #T1#
DeVanzo scores with punches from side control.
Mikhasevich struggling a bit here.
DeVanzo is looking to take a break and control but Mikhasevich is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Mikhasevich is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
DeVanzo trying to control the action but Mikhasevich is working from the bottom.
Gennady Mikhasevich has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#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.
Mikhasevich is looking to reverse the position.
DeVanzo wants to lay and pray for a moment but Mikhasevich keeps working.
DeVanzo moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Artie DeVanzo is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
DeVanzo landing a few strikes.
DeVanzo 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.
Mikhasevich is trying to get back to half guard.
DeVanzo scoring with punches from side control. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
DeVanzo taking a break here but Mikhasevich is having none of it and regains half guard.
Well, if DeVanzo 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.
DeVanzo wants to take a breather but Mikhasevich is having none of it.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
DeVanzo is taking a breather. Mikhasevich 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.
DeVanzo looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Mikhasevich with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Artie DeVanzo showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for DeVanzo, 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 Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 30:27
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 30:29
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Artie DeVanzo!

Event: DARE 1
Date: Jul 22, 2017

#R1#
DeVanzo walks into a jab.
Good work by DeVanzo as he checks the leg kick.
Centurion throws a poor cross that misses
and DeVanzo counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A slapping leg kick lands for DeVanzo.
DeVanzo ducks under a wild hook from Centurion.
Carlos Centurion seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Centurion is looking to chop away at DeVanzo's legs.
DeVanzo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Centurion.
Centurion takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Centurion 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.
DeVanzo thumps Centurion with a low kick.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Centurion crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from DeVanzo - the referee stops the clock and Centurion gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says DeVanzo. Centurion manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
DeVanzo walks into a straight right hand from Centurion.
Centurion is looking to slow DeVanzo down with leg kicks.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
DeVanzo gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Centurion.
Centurion connects with a looping right hand.
Centurion is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Centurion cracks DeVanzo with a right hand to the side of the head.
Centurion misses with a wild body shot.
DeVanzo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Centurion.
Centurion misses with a left hand
enabling DeVanzo to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT#
It looks like Carlos Centurion has been cut.#T1#
Centurion tried to score with a low kick but DeVanzo checks it.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo scores with a leg kick. #TD#
DeVanzo 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.#ES2#
Centurion manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Centurion jabs DeVanzo right on the nose. DeVanzo blinks but takes it well.
Centurion tests DeVanzo's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Centurion swings for the body but DeVanzo moves out of range.
Jab by Centurion.
DeVanzo misses with a kick to the body.
Centurion tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but DeVanzo was well out of range. Poor timing from Centurion.
Centurion throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
An inside leg kick from DeVanzo misses.
Centurion throws a right and a left that both miss.
DeVanzo throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Centurion.
Centurion scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#T2#
DeVanzo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Centurion.
Centurion dips to his left and cracks DeVanzo with an uppercut!
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Centurion crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from DeVanzo - the referee stops the clock and Centurion gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says DeVanzo. Centurion manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Centurion throws a body punch but DeVanzo moves out of range.
Centurion avoids the head kick by DeVanzo.
Centurion throws out a counter right but DeVanzo avoids it with no problem.
Carlos Centurion is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A head kick by Centurion misses
and DeVanzo makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Jab from Centurion.
DeVanzo moves out of range of the strikes.
Centurion throws a good cross that connects.
Centurion looks to score with a jab to the body but DeVanzo is just out of range.
DeVanzo swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A punch lands to the side of DeVanzo 's head but he takes it in his stride.
DeVanzo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Centurion throws a poor cross that misses
and DeVanzo counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
DeVanzo misses with an attempted mid kick.
DeVanzo has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from DeVanzo there as he acknowledges the shot.
A big left from Centurion misses.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from DeVanzo. #T3#
DeVanzo throws a hook but Centurion blocks it.
Centurion misses with an uppercut
and DeVanzo counters with a low kick, right behind Centurion 's knee.
Centurion throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Centurion misses with a looping left.
DeVanzo lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Centurion looks to score with a jab to the body but DeVanzo is just out of range.
DeVanzo connects with a body shot that sends Centurion's belly button to the back.
Centurion lands a high kick!
Centurion has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from DeVanzo finds it's way round the side to connect with Centurion's head.
DeVanzo throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Centurion wants to slow DeVanzo down by chopping away at his legs.
DeVanzo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Centurion.
Centurion fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and DeVanzo has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
DeVanzo ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
DeVanzo looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Centurion lands a jab to the nose.#T4#
Centurion keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
DeVanzo throws a chopping leg kick but Centurion manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
DeVanzo throws a sloppy head kick and Centurion moves out of range easily.
Centurion lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Centurion throws an off balance right hand
and DeVanzo counters with a nice body kick.
Centurion looks winded!
Centurion cracks DeVanzo with a right hand to the side of the head.
Centurion on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by DeVanzo. DeVanzo obviously looking to wear him down.
DeVanzo walks into a left hand.
Centurion cracks DeVanzo with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
DeVanzo throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Centurion on the side of the head. #CUT#
That has opened up Carlos Centurion's cut even more.
A slapping leg kick lands for Centurion.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Centurion connects with the punch.
Nice cross by Centurion.
DeVanzo looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
A big right from Centurion misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Carlos Centurion dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Carlos Centurion's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Centurion tries to land a front kick but DeVanzo steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
DeVanzo walks forward, straight into a front kick from Centurion.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Centurion.
Centurion throws a poor cross that misses
and DeVanzo counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Centurion throws a leg kick #TD#
and DeVanzo counters with a single leg into guard. Centurion didn't expect that. #ES2#
Centurion is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
DeVanzo looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Centurion being controlled against the cage.
Centurion has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Centurion pushes DeVanzo back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
DeVanzo digs a right hand underneath Centurion's ribcage. Centurion let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Centurion lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from DeVanzo.
Centurion creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through DeVanzo's defenses.
DeVanzo tries to work over Centurion's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Centurion lands a body shot.
DeVanzo on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
DeVanzo misses with a hook to the ribs. #T1#
Centurion tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A hook to the body from DeVanzo.
Centurion is breathing heavily.
A short uppercut from DeVanzo.
Nice body punch from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Centurion backwards.
DeVanzo softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Centurion missing with knees to the body.
DeVanzo gets through Centurion's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
DeVanzo lands a left hand.
Centurion looking to throw knees to the head but DeVanzo is blocking nicely.
A right hand to the body from DeVanzo.
A head punch blocked on the inside by DeVanzo.
Centurion missing with knees to the body.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
DeVanzo lands a nice shot to the body.
DeVanzo pushes Centurion back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the 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!
DeVanzo scores with a nice hook to the head.
DeVanzo blocks an elbow strike from Centurion.
DeVanzo lands a knee to the body.
DeVanzo working some nice short punches in the clinch.
DeVanzo throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Centurions head. #T2#
Centurion is defending well against a takedown attempt.
DeVanzo misses with a punch to the body.
DeVanzo lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Centurion lands with a short punch from the clinch.
DeVanzo working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Centurion throws an elbow that misses.
Centurion tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
DeVanzo lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
DeVanzo putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Centurion in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
DeVanzo lands with a short head shot on the inside.
DeVanzo lands a shoulder strike. #ROC#
Centurion is rocked!
An uppercut to the body lands inside from DeVanzo.
Centurion is still on wobbly legs! Can DeVanzo finish him?
DeVanzo trying to land knees to the body.
DeVanzo fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Centurion seems to have recovered his senses.#TD#
DeVanzo is trying to trip Centurion. He has hold of a leg but Centurion is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. DeVanzo persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
DeVanzo is looking to work some ground and pound but Centurion has wrist control.
Centurion not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #T3#
DeVanzo pushes down on Centurion's leg and manages to get into half guard.
DeVanzo thows a huge punch but Centurion dodges it nicely.
DeVanzo throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
DeVanzo takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
DeVanzo not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
DeVanzo takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
DeVanzo drops an elbow to the side of Centurion's head. #T4#
Centurion gets full guard.
DeVanzo looking to pass the guard.
Centurion is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
DeVanzo throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
DeVanzo works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Centurion tries to roll over but DeVanzo keeps him under control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Artie DeVanzo dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Carlos Centurion's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R3#
DeVanzo ducks under a wild hook from Centurion.
Centurion looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
DeVanzo throwing a counter right hand but Centurion manages to avoid it.
Centurion throws a chopping leg kick but DeVanzo manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Centurion checks a leg kick.
A bone on bone clash there as DeVanzo blocks the leg kick.
DeVanzo is looking to counter with a body kick.
DeVanzo closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Centurion throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Carlos Centurion seems to be getting the better of the standup.
DeVanzo chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Centurion misses with a low kick.
Centurion keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
The fighters circle momentarily. Centurion darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DeVanzo tests Centurion's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Centurion scores with a nice right hand.
Centurion scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Centurion lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering. #T1#
DeVanzo throws a leg kick but Centurion checks it.
Centurion was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Centurion connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
DeVanzo lands a glancing blow to the side of Centurion's head.#CUT#
The cut above Carlos Centurion's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
DeVanzo throws a low kick but Centurion avoids it.
DeVanzo lands a nice looking body kick.
Centurion takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Centurion keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from DeVanzo.
Centurion lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Centurion has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Centurion throws a jab but it's blocked by DeVanzo.
Centurion fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and DeVanzo has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Centurion throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck DeVanzo on the side of the head.
Centurion swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
DeVanzo throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
DeVanzo takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
DeVanzo missing with a left hand there. Centurion was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
DeVanzo lands a nice looking kick to the body. Centurion takes a step back to recover. #T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
DeVanzo slips a straight right by Centurion.
Centurion fakes high and swings low for a body shot but DeVanzo manages to avoid it.
An inside leg kick from DeVanzo misses.
An inside leg kick from Centurion misses.
DeVanzo loads up on a big right hand but Centurion slips the punch.
DeVanzo throws a looping overhand right but Centurion ducks down to avoid it.
Centurion lands with a thumping leg kick.
Centurion slips a jab from DeVanzo.
Centurion throws a push kick but DeVanzo slaps the foot to one side.
DeVanzo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Centurion.
DeVanzo uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Centurion.
A big left from Centurion misses.
DeVanzo misses with a low kick.
DeVanzo fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
DeVanzo takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#T3#
DeVanzo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Centurion tests DeVanzo's chin there with a solid looking shot.
DeVanzo looks to throw the jab but Centurion is out of range.
DeVanzo connects with a nice looking jab.
DeVanzo pulls out of a head kick attempt.
DeVanzo's Muay Thai looks sharper than normal. He has obviously been working on it in the gym.
DeVanzo throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Centurion throws a head kick that misses.
Centurion feints and then cracks DeVanzo's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow DeVanzo down.
DeVanzo checks the leg kick.
And DeVanzo counters with a quick kick to the body but Centurion blocks it.
Centurion scores with a jab to the head.
Centurion looks to throw the jab but DeVanzo is out of range.
DeVanzo steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Centurion.
DeVanzo keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
DeVanzo dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A low kick from Centurion misses
and DeVanzo counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena. #T4#
Centurion closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #CUT#
Carlos Centurion's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Centurion checks the leg kick nicely there.
DeVanzo moves out of range of the strikes.
DeVanzo throwing a counter right hand but Centurion manages to avoid it.
Centurion smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Centurion lands with a hook. DeVanzo tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
DeVanzo misses with a body shot.
Centurion throws a leg kick but DeVanzo checks it.
Centurion moves into range and connects with a jab.
DeVanzo waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Centurion.#TD#
DeVanzo gets the takedown into side control. #SUB#
DeVanzo working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Centurion tries to buck DeVanzo off but DeVanzo is having none of it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Carlos Centurion just about did enough to take it.
The cut man is working on Carlos Centurion's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R4#
A good leg kick by DeVanzo.
Centurion tries a head kick but it misses.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Centurion.
Centurion lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Centurion keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Centurion thumps DeVanzo with a low kick.
Centurion looking to land some kicks to the body here.
DeVanzo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Centurion.
An inside leg kick lands from Centurion.
A chopping leg kick lands by DeVanzo.
DeVanzo cracks Centurion with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Centurion scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
A cross from DeVanzo lands.
DeVanzo walks into a straight right hand from Centurion.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Centurion lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
DeVanzo looks to land a body kick but Centurion moved away.#T1#
DeVanzo pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
DeVanzo throws a lazy uppercut
and Centurion counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Centurion pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
DeVanzo tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
DeVanzo ducks right into an uppercut from Centurion.
DeVanzo scores with a leg kick.
Centurion throws a leg kick #TD#
and DeVanzo counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Centurion!
DeVanzo trying to control the action but Centurion is working from the bottom.
DeVanzo 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.
Centurion is looking for a sweep.#T2#
Sloppy strikes there by DeVanzo.
Centurion defending against the ground and pound.
DeVanzo looking to control but instead Centurion has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Centurion is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute DeVanzo jumps into side control!
This has been an exciting period of action!
DeVanzo working away.
Centurion tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T3##REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Centurion connects with a solid leg kick.
DeVanzo is looking to score with low kicks.
Centurion swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
DeVanzo misses with an uppercut. Centurion saw that one coming.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Centurion misses with an uppercut.
DeVanzo scores with a nice right hand.
Centurion connects with a single shot there.
Centurion misses with a looping left.
DeVanzo scores with a nice body kick.
Centurion is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
DeVanzo walks into a straight right hand from Centurion.
Centurion cracks the inside of DeVanzo's front leg.
Centurion throws a right hand that misses
and DeVanzo counters with a solid body kick.
DeVanzo misses with a hook.
Good shot there by Centurion.
DeVanzo scores with a kick to the midsection.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from DeVanzo.
Centurion pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Centurion swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by DeVanzo.
DeVanzo throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Carlos Centurion will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Carlos Centurion's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R5#
Centurion waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract DeVanzo.
Centurion fakes high and swings low for a body shot but DeVanzo manages to avoid it.
A slapping leg kick lands for Centurion.
Centurion throws a right hand that misses
and DeVanzo cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A jab from DeVanzo misses.
Centurion swings for the body but DeVanzo moves out of range.
DeVanzo drops down looking for a counter takedown but Centurion sprawls and moves away.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Centurion checks a leg kick.
Centurion throws a body punch but DeVanzo moves out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from DeVanzo misses the target.
DeVanzo finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Centurion lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters circling - Centurion throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Centurion dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on DeVanzo. That did some damage!
Centurion connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
An inside leg kick lands from DeVanzo.
Centurion stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from DeVanzo.#T1#
DeVanzo misses with a straight right.
DeVanzo tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Centurion slips a jab from DeVanzo.
Centurion lands a nice looking body kick.
Centurion tries a low kick but DeVanzo avoids it.
DeVanzo changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Nice defenses there by DeVanzo.
Centurion shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Centurion misses the jab.
Centurion throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck DeVanzo on the side of the head.
DeVanzo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Centurion.
DeVanzo drops down looking for a counter takedown but Centurion sprawls and moves away.
Centurion misses with a hook to the body
and DeVanzo cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Centurion lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
DeVanzo throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Centurion pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
DeVanzo has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Centurion.#T2#
An inside leg kick from Centurion misses.
DeVanzo was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Centurion throws a body shot but no joy.
Centurion fakes high and swings low for a body shot but DeVanzo manages to avoid it.
Centurion misses with a left hand
and DeVanzo counters with a low kick, right behind Centurion 's knee.
DeVanzo throws a chopping leg kick but Centurion manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
DeVanzo avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Centurion thuds a left hand into DeVanzo's body.
DeVanzo tries to move into range but Centurion moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Centurion checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Centurion throws a good cross that connects.
Centurion misses with a looping right.
Centurion takes a swing at DeVanzo's ribcage but misses.
DeVanzo cracks Centurion with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Centurion throws a leg kick but DeVanzo sees it coming and moves out of range.
Centurion misses with a hook. DeVanzo ducked under it nicely. #T3#
DeVanzo keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
It appears DeVanzo was looking to counter with a kick there.
Centurion bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps DeVanzo's head backwards.
DeVanzo keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Centurion.
Centurion clobbers DeVanzo with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Centurion ducks under a wild hook from DeVanzo.
Centurion checks a low kick from DeVanzo.
Centurion ducks down and throws a hook to the body but DeVanzo moves away.
Centurion connects with an inside leg kick.
DeVanzo tries to land a front kick but Centurion steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
DeVanzo wants to slow Centurion down by chopping away at his legs.
Centurion swings and misses with a hook to the body.
DeVanzo uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Centurion.
DeVanzo misses with a wild body shot.
Centurion scores with a jab. DeVanzo acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #T4#
Centurion tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and DeVanzo is able to avoid easily.
DeVanzo throws a leg kick
and Centurion counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
DeVanzo takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
DeVanzo tries to bum rush Centurion with a series of wild strikes but Centurion uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
DeVanzo throws a body kick that misses.
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!
Centurion connects with a single shot there.
Centurion scores with a spinning back kick!
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Centurion.
Centurion scores with a jab. DeVanzo acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Centurion tests DeVanzo's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Centurion fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Centurion fakes high and swings low for a body shot but DeVanzo manages to avoid it.
Centurion needs to keep his hands up - DeVanzo had a free shot at his head there.
Artie DeVanzo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
DeVanzo steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Centurion.

And that's the end of the fight!
Carlos Centurion comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Centurion 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 Aafke Stam scores the fight 46:49
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 48:47
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 46:49

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Carlos Centurion!
Carlos Centurion 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.
Artie DeVanzo was interviewed post fight and said 'Hey, are we done here? 'Cause I'm losing my buzz. '.

Event: GAMMA#643 Wolek v Sackett
Date: Jun 24, 2017

#R1#
Mosby looks for a takedown but DeVanzo sprawls well.
DeVanzo throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
DeVanzo ducks under a wild hook from Mosby.
Mosby misses with a low kick.
Nice sprawl there from DeVanzo as Mosby shoots in.
DeVanzo throws an overhand right that lands on Mosby's shoulder, as Mosby tries to avoid the shot.
A swing and a miss from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo throws a push kick but Mosby slaps the foot to one side.
Mosby steps to the side to avoid the strikes from DeVanzo.
Mosby tries for a takedown but DeVanzo circles away easily
and Mosby takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Daniel Mosby. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mosby darts in looking for a takedown but DeVanzo gets double underhooks and turns Mosby into the cage.
A little jabbing left from DeVanzo on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
DeVanzo takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
DeVanzo throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
DeVanzo on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Mosby checks a low kick from DeVanzo.#T1#
Mosby throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Mosby misses with a low kick.
Mosby lands a body shot.
Mosby takes a swing at DeVanzo's ribcage but misses.
DeVanzo 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.
Mosby tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but DeVanzo was well out of range. Poor timing from Mosby.
DeVanzo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mosby.
Mosby is looking to wear down DeVanzo with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Mosby lands a nice shot to the body.
DeVanzo scores with a jab to the body.
Mosby throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Mosby ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
DeVanzo connects with a good right hand that stumbles Mosby. Mosby circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Mosby throws a lazy uppercut
and DeVanzo counters with a stiff right hand. #TD#
DeVanzo gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mosby throwing strikes from guard but DeVanzo blocks nicely.
DeVanzo controlling Mosby's posture. #T2#
Mosby pushing down on DeVanzo's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Mosby missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Mosby trying to mount his opponent but DeVanzo defends it.
Mosby content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Mosby wants to lay and pray for a moment but DeVanzo keeps working.
Mosby slows the pace down in half guard.
Mosby 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.#T3##SUB#
Mosby is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Mosby trying to control the action but DeVanzo is working from the bottom.
DeVanzo trying to control from the bottom.
The fighters are battling for position here. DeVanzo manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
We've been hearing good reports from Mosby'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.
Mosby is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
DeVanzo has his hands on Mosby's head, controlling the position.
Mosby slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Mosby trying to control but DeVanzo is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Mosby cracks DeVanzo with an open hand slap.
A looping hook to the body misses from Mosby. DeVanzo does a little dance to reset his feet.
DeVanzo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mosby connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
DeVanzo tries to move into range but Mosby moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Daniel Mosby seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
DeVanzo takes one on the button.
DeVanzo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
DeVanzo lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Daniel Mosby dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Mosby shoots in but DeVanzo avoids the takedown attempt easily.
DeVanzo swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Mosby misses with a hook
and DeVanzo counters with a solid body kick.
A swing and a miss from Mosby.
DeVanzo scores with a kick to the body.
DeVanzo stuffs the takedown attempt from Mosby. Mosby gets slowly back to his feet.
A jab from Mosby finds it's way through DeVanzo's defenses.
Mosby lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but DeVanzo circles away quickly and effectively.
Mosby fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Daniel Mosby. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DeVanzo throws a head kick but Mosby moves out of range.
Mosby appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Mosby takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
DeVanzo slaps away a takedown attempt from Mosby, before circling back to the center of the mat.
DeVanzo looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T1#
That kick from DeVanzo tenderised Mosby's leg. Mosby is trying to keep his angry face on.
A jab from DeVanzo finds it's way through Mosby's defenses.
DeVanzo takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #TD#
Mosby scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Mosby is controlling the pace.
Mosby sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. DeVanzo defending well though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Well, if Mosby 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#
Mosby looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique. #T2#
Mosby is trying to control. DeVanzo wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
Mosby is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and DeVanzo defends it well.
Mosby is just content to waste time from the top position. DeVanzo takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Mosby missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T3#
Mosby stopping the sweep attempt from DeVanzo.#SUB#
Mosby drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but DeVanzo manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Mosby has DeVanzo in his guard.#REVB##SUB#
Mosby looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
DeVanzo pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Mosby is keeping the position for now.
DeVanzo sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
DeVanzo wants to control from the top but Mosby keeps moving.
Mosby wants to control but DeVanzo passes easily into half guard.
Mosby has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. DeVanzo is working away from the top position though.
Mosby has a hand on DeVanzo's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. DeVanzo takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
The referee warns Mosby that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Artie DeVanzo showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Mosby 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.
Mosby blocks a jab.
DeVanzo lands a slapping body shot.
DeVanzo throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Mosby sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Horrible takedown attempt by Mosby or perhaps it was just good defense by DeVanzo, which made it look bad.
Mosby avoids a kick to the body.
Mosby swings for the body but DeVanzo moves out of range.
DeVanzo tries a head kick but it misses.
DeVanzo misses with a leg kick
and Mosby counters with a nice leg kick.
DeVanzo gets off balance looking for a body kick#TD#
and Mosby decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in DeVanzo's guard.
DeVanzo pulls Mosby in close to prevent any damage.
Mosby pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. DeVanzo is keeping the position for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
DeVanzo wants to sweep but no luck. #T1##SUB#
Mosby drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but DeVanzo manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Mosby has DeVanzo in his guard.#REVB#
Mosby controls DeVanzo momentarily but DeVanzo frees himself.
Mosby avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Mosby is trying to keep DeVanzo in close.
DeVanzo wants to control from the top but Mosby keeps moving. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
DeVanzo keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Mosby's head.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Mosby is on top in guard. #REVR#
DeVanzo keeping full guard, as Mosby tries to pass.
DeVanzo controls Mosby momentarily but Mosby frees himself.
Mosby with a flurry of punches that miss.
DeVanzo is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T3#
Mosby wants to control from the top but DeVanzo keeps moving.
Mosby landing with the ground and pound.
Mosby pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. DeVanzo is keeping the position for now.
Mosby is working hard here to advance position.
Mosby is fighting to break DeVanzo's control of his arms but DeVanzo is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Mosby has his takedown stuffed
letting DeVanzo counter with a right hand. #T4#
DeVanzo takes a body punch but keeps moving.
DeVanzo motions for Mosby to come forward. DeVanzo throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. #TD#
Mosby gets the takedown into side control. #SUB#
Mosby is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but DeVanzo is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Mosby creates some space and throws a big elbow, but DeVanzo sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike. #SUB#
Mosby working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB#
Mosby tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
DeVanzo tries to buck Mosby off but Mosby is having none of it.

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

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Daniel Mosby!
A less than humble Daniel Mosby misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.
Artie DeVanzo was interviewed post fight and said 'Hey, are we done here? 'Cause I'm losing my buzz. '.

Event: GAMMA#640 Origi v Kakoulis
Date: Jun 10, 2017

#R1#
A punch lands to the side of Laine 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Laine misses with a double jab.
Laine lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Laine doesn't manage to clinch there - DeVanzo circles away.
The fight stays on the outside here - DeVanzo looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Laine was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Laine throws a right hand that misses
and DeVanzo counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Laine throws a right and a left that DeVanzo avoids nicely.
Laine throws a right hand that misses
and DeVanzo makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Laine really felt that one!
Laine fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
A big right from DeVanzo misses.
Laine darts in looking for a takedown but DeVanzo gets double underhooks and turns Laine into the cage.
DeVanzo throws a quick counter kick to the body but Laine avoids it.
We've been hearing reports that DeVanzo has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
DeVanzo scores with a kick to the midsection.
Nice body kick from DeVanzo.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Laine fakes a jab and throws a low kick but DeVanzo checks it well.
DeVanzo connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Laine gets off balance looking for a body kick#TD#
and DeVanzo counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #SUB2#
Laine is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and DeVanzo defends well.
Laine is trying to keep DeVanzo in close. #T1#
Laine looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but DeVanzo puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
DeVanzo is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
The fighters are battling for position here. Laine manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB2#
DeVanzo got a little sloppy there for a moment and Laine has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, DeVanzo has managed to get both his arms back between Laine's legs - danger averted.
Laine wants to sweep here but DeVanzo controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Laine isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. DeVanzo stacks Laine 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 DeVanzo!#T2#
Laine is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
DeVanzo is looking to take a break and control but Laine is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Laine regains half guard.
Laine is not content to let DeVanzo control the position.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
DeVanzo thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T3#
Laine wants to get back to full guard but DeVanzo has mounted him!
Laine regains half guard.
Laine is looking for a sweep. DeVanzo is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
DeVanzo trying to control the action but Laine is working from the bottom.
Laine gets full guard.#SUB2#
Laine throws his legs up looking for a submission but DeVanzo uses it to pass to side control.
Laine is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Laine takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.#T4#
DeVanzo scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Laine to see if he's OK.
Laine can't do much from the bottom here.
DeVanzo in side control lands a decent elbow.
Laine is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked DeVanzo off and has taken his back!
Laine is looking to control DeVanzo but DeVanzo is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Laine scores with punches and elbows.
DeVanzo 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.
Laine missing with strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Artie DeVanzo dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
DeVanzo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Laine.
DeVanzo was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Laine.
DeVanzo bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Laine connects with a single shot there.
DeVanzo throws a jab when Laine was well out of range.
Laine misses with an attempted mid kick.
Laine just misses with a punch to the body.
DeVanzo lands a nice looking body kick.#CL#
DeVanzo drives through and clinches with Laine against the cage.
A short left from Laine.
DeVanzo is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Laine can do to turn this around?
DeVanzo effectively controlling the action here.
Laine softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DeVanzo lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Laine looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#BC#
DeVanzo breaks from the clinch.
DeVanzo looks to score with a jab to the body but Laine is just out of range.
Artie DeVanzo is winning the standup battle so far.
Laine tries to land a leg kick but DeVanzo saw it coming and moves away.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
DeVanzo throws the kick towards the body but Laine avoids it.#T1#
DeVanzo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Laine.
Laine tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. DeVanzo manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by DeVanzo.
Laine misses with a hook.
Laine closes this distance looking for a takedown but DeVanzo circles away.
Laine moves out of range as DeVanzo throws a body kick.
Laine checks the leg kick.
Laine appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
DeVanzo throws a solid leg kick but Laine takes the impact on his shin and smiles at DeVanzo.
Laine on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Laine throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Laine misses with a hook. DeVanzo ducked under it nicely.
A solid leg kick lands there for DeVanzo.
Laine tries a head kick but it misses.
Laine chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before DeVanzo can pounce on him.
Laine dives in for a single leg takedown but DeVanzo sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
It appears DeVanzo was looking to counter with a kick there.
Artie DeVanzo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Musta Laine.#CL#
DeVanzo has closed the distance and engaged Laine in a clinch.
DeVanzo misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Laine. #T2#
DeVanzo cracks Laine with a nice body shot.#BC#
DeVanzo pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
DeVanzo tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Laine counters with a straight right hand.
Wow, both these guys are really going for 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!
Laine blocks a low kick nicely.
Laine blocks a jab.
DeVanzo misses with an attempted mid kick.
DeVanzo misses with an attempted mid kick.
DeVanzo moves out of range of the body kick.
Laine throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Laine shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with DeVanzo but DeVanzo pushes him off and we're back to square one.
DeVanzo cracks Laine with a right hand to the side of the head.
Laine blocks the body kick.
Laine clobbers DeVanzo with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
DeVanzo tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Nice defenses there by Laine.
Laine with the counter takedown but DeVanzo avoids it easily.
Laine thows a left - swing and a miss! #T3#
Laine tries a head kick but it misses.
Laine lands with a good body shot.
DeVanzo getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
DeVanzo connects with a looping right hand.
DeVanzo misses with a body kick.
Laine works DeVanzo's body with a nice hook.
A clash of legs there as Laine blocks the low kick.
Laine misses with a looping left.
A clash of legs there as DeVanzo blocks the low kick.
DeVanzo throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Laine just misses with a punch to the body.
Laine stuffs the takedown attempt from DeVanzo. DeVanzo gets slowly back to his feet.
Laine throws a body shot but no joy.
DeVanzo fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Laine has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Laine misses the shot to the body. #T4#
Laine swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by DeVanzo.
This has been an exciting period of action!
DeVanzo tries to land a leg kick but Laine saw it coming and moves away.
DeVanzo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Laine tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
DeVanzo ducks under a wild hook from Laine.
Laine throws a hook to the side of DeVanzo's head but DeVanzo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Laine takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Laine wants to clinch.
Laine throws out a loose jab but DeVanzo uses good head movement to avoid it.
DeVanzo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Laine throws out a loose jab but DeVanzo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Laine with a nice cross.
Laine throws the kick towards the body but DeVanzo avoids it.
The fighters circle momentarily. DeVanzo darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
DeVanzo just misses with a punch to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Artie DeVanzo 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#
DeVanzo shoots in but no luck this time.
Laine drops his hands momentarily and DeVanzo takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Laine connects with a good right hand that stumbles DeVanzo. DeVanzo circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Laine tries to clinch but DeVanzo moves out of range.
Laine throws a lazy right hand but DeVanzo sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
It looked like DeVanzo wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Laine lands a nice hook to DeVanzo's body. DeVanzo takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Laine throws a hook to the side of DeVanzo's head but DeVanzo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Laine moves out of range as DeVanzo throws a body kick.
Laine lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Laine scores with a jab to the body.
Danga de danga de dang - Laine scores with a four punch combination!
DeVanzo throws a body shot but no joy.
Laine moves out of range as DeVanzo throws a body kick.
DeVanzo misses with a wild body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
DeVanzo takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Laine fakes a jab and throws a low kick but DeVanzo checks it well.
DeVanzo keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Laine.#T1#
DeVanzo walks into a left hand.
Laine moves out of range of the leg kick from DeVanzo.
Laine has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from DeVanzo.
Laine misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Laine on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Laine shoots in and drives through. DeVanzo sprawls well.
DeVanzo half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
DeVanzo feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Laines jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
DeVanzo tries to clinch but Laine is having none of it.
Laine gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
DeVanzo takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
DeVanzo fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Laine will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Laine swings for the body but DeVanzo moves out of range.
Laine getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
DeVanzo chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Good work by Laine as he checks the leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
DeVanzo takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#T2#
Laine on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Laine throws a lazy body kick #TD#
so DeVanzo counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Laine is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Laine 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#
Laine throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing DeVanzo to regain full guard.
Musta Laine has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
DeVanzo trying to control the position.
Laine with a nice head shot there.
Laine preventing the sweep. #SUB#
DeVanzo has his foot on Laine's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Laine works his way back into a safe position though.#T3#
Laine is working DeVanzo over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Laine throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Laine working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Laine in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
DeVanzo preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Laine landing some decent shots from guard.
DeVanzo wants to improve his position but instead Laine has moved into half guard.
Laine seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but DeVanzo does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T4#
DeVanzo wants to improve his position but Laine is controlling well.
Laine seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but DeVanzo does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Laine is nestled in close to DeVanzo, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
DeVanzo makes his way to full guard. A much better position for DeVanzo.
DeVanzo has momentary wrist control but Laine slips an elbow through the middle.
Laine makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Artie DeVanzo overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Laine content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #ROC2#
DeVanzo is rocked!
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Laine accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Artie DeVanzo is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Oh DeVanzo is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Laine working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.

And that's the end of the fight!
Musta Laine comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well DeVanzo 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 Daniel Bishop scores the fight 29:28
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 29:28
Judge James Glass scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: GAMMA#634 Defoe v Origi
Date: May 13, 2017

#R1#
DeVanzo slips under a jab.
Musashi misses with an uppercut.
Musashi closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
DeVanzo has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Musashi.
DeVanzo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Musashi moves away.
Musashi lands a nice hook to DeVanzo's body. DeVanzo takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
DeVanzo has been working on his boxing with his coaches at The Cooker in the buildup to the fight.
Musashi scores with a punch to the head.
Ohhhhhhhhhh, brutal head kick from DeVanzo! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Artie DeVanzo!
A victorious Artie DeVanzo thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: GAMMA#630 Belliveau v Rokicki
Date: Apr 29, 2017

#R1##CL2#
DeVanzo instigates a clinch.
DeVanzo misses with a body punch.
Shin misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo missing with knees to the body.
A right hand to the body from Shin.
DeVanzo working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
DeVanzo lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
DeVanzo blocks a punch to the side of the head.
DeVanzo blocking some punches.
DeVanzo lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Shin backwards.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
DeVanzo has a couple of punches blocked by Shin. #BC2#
DeVanzo manages to break the clinch.
DeVanzo has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Shin is landing a low percentage of strikes.#CL2#
DeVanzo drives through and clinches with Shin against the cage.
Shin scores with a shot to the side of DeVanzo's head.
DeVanzo makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
DeVanzo digs a right hand underneath Shin's ribcage. Shin let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A head punch on the inside from Shin fails to land.
DeVanzo blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Shin lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
DeVanzo tries to land a knee to the head but Shin blocks with his arms. #T1#
Shin lands a damaging elbow.
Shin tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Shin takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
DeVanzo throws a punch but it's blocked by Shin.
DeVanzo misses with a shot to the kidneys.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from DeVanzo.
Shin takes a knee to the side of the body.
Shin tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and DeVanzo avoids it.
Shin misses with a body punch.
DeVanzo swings wildly with an uppercut but Shin uses good head movement to avoid it.
DeVanzo lands a body shot in the clinch.
DeVanzo lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Shin backwards.
Good body shot from DeVanzo.
Shin throws a punch but it's blocked by DeVanzo.
DeVanzo throws a head punch that misses.
Shin lands a left hand.
DeVanzo takes an elbow to the temple. #T2#
Shin swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
DeVanzo throws a punch but it's blocked by Shin.
A quick uppercut on the inside from DeVanzo.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
DeVanzo is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Shin is defending well for now.
Shin lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A short right from DeVanzo on the inside.
Shin blocks a body shot from DeVanzo.
Shin cracks DeVanzo with a nice body shot.
DeVanzo tries a body shot but Shin blocks it.
Shin lands a nice uppercut.
DeVanzo lands a nice uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Shin fails to land.
Shin struggles to land a body shot inside as DeVanzo controls his hands.
Shin on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Shin misses with a body punch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Shin.
Shin scores with a nice hook to the head.
DeVanzo lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.#T3#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for DeVanzo.
DeVanzo misses with a hook from the clinch.
A short body shot lands from Shin as the two fighters clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by DeVanzo.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Shin goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
With the fighters up against the cage, Shin throws an elbow but misses. #BC2#
DeVanzo escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Shin moves forwards but DeVanzo connects with a nice, crisp jab.
DeVanzo connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Shin's hands.
DeVanzo scoring well with a low kick there.
DeVanzo takes one on the button.
DeVanzo tries to move into range but Shin moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
DeVanzo gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#ROC#
DeVanzo is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
DeVanzo tries to land a front kick but Shin steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Shin seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.#T4#
DeVanzo misses the jab.
Shin looks to land a left hand but DeVanzo moved out of range nicely.
Shin lands a nice hook to DeVanzo's body. DeVanzo takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Shin takes a swing at DeVanzo's ribcage but misses.
DeVanzo steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Shin.
DeVanzo connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
DeVanzo keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Shin.
DeVanzo throws a nice inside leg kick. #TD2#
DeVanzo bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Shin trying to remain calm as DeVanzo controls from the top position.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
DeVanzo wants to lay and pray for a moment but Shin keeps working.
Shin struggling a bit here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Artie DeVanzo dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
A big left from DeVanzo misses.
Shin checks the leg kick nicely there.
Shin lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Shin feints and then cracks DeVanzo's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow DeVanzo down.
DeVanzo turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
A slow jab from Shin misses its intended target.
DeVanzo misses with the body kick#CL#
and Shin counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Shin pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
DeVanzo misses with some punches.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Shin.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A nice left hand lands by Shin.
DeVanzo is still on wobbly legs! Can Shin finish him?
DeVanzo lands on the inside with an uppercut.
DeVanzo seems to have recovered his senses.
DeVanzo misses with a punch on the inside.
Shin tries to throw a body punch but DeVanzo avoids it by throwing Shin back against the cage.
Shin misses with a punch to the body.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Shin just misses with a elbow thrown towards DeVanzo's brow. #T1#
DeVanzo blocks a punch to the side of the head.
DeVanzo lands with a light punch inside.
Shin tries to work over DeVanzo's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Shin blocks an elbow strike from DeVanzo.
A right handed body shot lands from Shin.
Shin avoids a wild elbow strike from DeVanzo.
Shin blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
DeVanzo takes a shot to the head.
Shin comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Shin lands an elbow inside that DeVanzo shrugs off.
DeVanzo tries to work over Shin's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A right hook to the body lands for Shin.
DeVanzo tries a body shot but Shin blocks it.
A short left from Shin.
Shin misses with the head strike.
DeVanzo misses with a body punch.
Shin lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of DeVanzo backwards.
Shin fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
DeVanzo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Shin lands a nice uppercut.
Shin throws a head punch that misses.
DeVanzo misses with a short punch on the inside.
Shin has a couple of punches blocked by DeVanzo.
DeVanzo blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Shin tried to land a shot to the body but connects with DeVanzo's elbow.
Still in the clinch, DeVanzo scores with a nice short uppercut.
Shin tries a body shot but DeVanzo blocks it.
DeVanzo scores with a hook to the body.
DeVanzo displaying some good clinch control by pressing Shin up against the cage.
Shin lands with a short head shot on the inside.
DeVanzo dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Shin on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Shin tries to throw a body punch but DeVanzo avoids it by throwing Shin back against the cage.
A left hand lands to the body for DeVanzo. #T3#
Shin lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
DeVanzo swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Shin pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Shin presses DeVanzo against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Shin prevents a body shot from DeVanzo.
A head punch blocked on the inside by DeVanzo.
Shin misses with a short punch on the inside.
Shin blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short uppercut from Shin.
DeVanzo misses with a hook to the ribs. #BC#
Shin pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Shin takes the fight into the clinch. #BC#
Shin breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
DeVanzo lands with a nice body kick. #T4#
Nice body kick there by DeVanzo.
Shin tries to move into range but DeVanzo moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
A cross from Shin lands.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
DeVanzo keeps the fight on the outside.
A chopping leg kick lands by DeVanzo.
Shin on the wrong end of a nice hook.#TD2#
DeVanzo fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Shin to the ground. DeVanzo is now in Shin's guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Shin'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.
DeVanzo controlling from the top position.
DeVanzo preventing the sweep.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lao Shin dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
DeVanzo is looking to slow Shin down with leg kicks.
DeVanzo connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
DeVanzo throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Shin counters with a left to the body.
Shin swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Shin connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Shin looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
DeVanzo misses with a low kick as Shin jumps back.
Shin throws the kick towards the body but DeVanzo avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shin throws a body kick that misses.
DeVanzo scores with a jab to the body.
Shin walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. DeVanzo checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
DeVanzo tries a head kick but it misses. #T1#
A jab lands there for Shin.
DeVanzo showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Shin. #CL#
Shin takes the fight into the clinch.
DeVanzo tries to work over Shin's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
DeVanzo throws a head punch that misses.
DeVanzo lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Shin throws a punch but it's blocked by DeVanzo.
A quick uppercut on the inside from DeVanzo.
Shin lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
DeVanzo is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Shin tried to land a shot to the body but connects with DeVanzo's elbow.
A short left from Shin. #T2#
Shin is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
DeVanzo takes a shot to the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Shin.
DeVanzo blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Shin swings wildly with an uppercut but DeVanzo uses good head movement to avoid it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by DeVanzo.
Shin can't find room to land a body shot as DeVanzo controls the action.
Shin misses with a short punch on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from DeVanzo.
Shin lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Shin lands a nice shot to the body.
DeVanzo struggles to land a body shot inside as Shin controls his hands.
Shin tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Shin lands a left hand.
DeVanzo takes an elbow to the forehead.
Shin throws a head punch that misses. #T3#
A nice right hand lands inside from DeVanzo.
A short right hand to the side of the head by DeVanzo.
Shin lands with a left to the head.
A short uppercut from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Shins head.
Nice elbow from Shin.
Shin throws a punch but it's blocked by DeVanzo.
DeVanzo tries to work over Shin's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A left hand lands to the body for Shin.
Shin blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
DeVanzo cracks Shin with a nice body shot.
DeVanzo throws a head punch that misses.
DeVanzo tries to throw a body punch but Shin avoids it by throwing DeVanzo back against the cage.
A right hand to the body from Shin.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Shin.
A short uppercut from Shin.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
DeVanzo lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #T4#
DeVanzo throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Shins head.
DeVanzo blocking some punches.
DeVanzo on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for DeVanzo.
Shin swings wildly with an uppercut but DeVanzo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Shin lands with a right to the head.
DeVanzo struggles to land a body shot inside as Shin controls his hands.
A short uppercut from DeVanzo.
Shin tries a body shot but DeVanzo blocks it.
DeVanzo softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
DeVanzo is looking to control Shin's arms but Shin gets an underhook and turns him. Now DeVanzo has his back to the cage.
Shin lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Shin blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Shin can't find room to land a body shot as DeVanzo controls the action.
Shin is looking to control DeVanzo's arms but DeVanzo gets an underhook and turns him. Now Shin has his back to the cage.
DeVanzo lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Shin backwards.
Shin has a couple of punches blocked by DeVanzo.

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 Lao Shin.
I think Shin has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lao Shin!
Lao Shin thanked the fans post fight for their support.
In defeat, Artie DeVanzo stepped up to the mic, saying 'Hey, are we done here? 'Cause I'm losing my buzz. '.

Event: GAMMA#626 Wolek v Donowitz
Date: Apr 08, 2017

#R1#
DeVanzo with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
DeVanzo scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Pierno moves out of range of the leg kick from DeVanzo.
Pierno wants to counter the offense by DeVanzo and move into the clinch position.
DeVanzo is looking to slow Pierno down with leg kicks.
Pierno tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but DeVanzo was well out of range. Poor timing from Pierno.
DeVanzo darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
DeVanzo closes the distance but Pierno moves to the side
and Pierno counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
DeVanzo lands with an uppercut that bounces Pierno off the cage and back into range.
Pierno lands with a nice body punch.
DeVanzo throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Pierno! But no joy.
DeVanzo throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Pierno is looking to clinch. #T1#
DeVanzo throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Pierno looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Pierno misses with a looping right.
DeVanzo fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Pierno is out of range.
DeVanzo swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Pierno counters with a series of strikes. DeVanzo will be more careful next time no doubt.
Pierno wants to clinch.
Pierno slips a jab from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
DeVanzo takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Pierno works DeVanzo's body with a nice hook.
DeVanzo throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
DeVanzo scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#T2#
Pierno has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by DeVanzo.
DeVanzo thumps Pierno with a low kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nice takedown defense from Pierno. No joy for DeVanzo on that attempt.
Pierno is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
DeVanzo lands a nice looking body kick.
Pierno swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
DeVanzo throws a body kick that misses.
Pierno steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo motions for Pierno to come forward. DeVanzo throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
DeVanzo scores with the left hand. Pierno knows he should have avoided that one.
DeVanzo avoids a punch combination nicely.
Pierno takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie. #T3#
DeVanzo misses with a left hand
and Pierno cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
DeVanzo takes a jab right on the kisser.
Pierno moves out of range of the body kick from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo misses with a hook to the body
and Pierno makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Pierno has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo throws a leg kick but Pierno moved away.
DeVanzo looks to land a combination. Pierno sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Pierno takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
DeVanzo scores with a punch to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
DeVanzo has his takedown stuffed
and Pierno counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T4#
DeVanzo throws a poor cross that misses
and Pierno counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps DeVanzo thinking.
Pierno throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck DeVanzo on the side of the head. #ROC2#
DeVanzo is rocked!
Pierno keeps the fight on the outside.
Oh DeVanzo is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Pierno takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
DeVanzo seems to have got his legs back now.
Pierno moves out of range of the body kick from DeVanzo.
Pierno lands a body shot. #CL2#
Pierno clinches up against the cage.
DeVanzo misses with a punch on the inside.
DeVanzo swings wildly with an uppercut but Pierno uses good head movement to avoid it.
Pierno stalling.
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 Artie DeVanzo will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
DeVanzo lets loose with a powerful body kick. Pierno will feel that in the morning.
DeVanzo scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Pierno steps to the side to avoid the strikes from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo sets himself, and Pierno steps forward looking for the clinch! DeVanzo avoids it this time.
DeVanzo fails to land the takedown.
DeVanzo scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Pierno connects with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DeVanzo connects with an inside leg kick.
Pierno circles away from the clinch attempt.
DeVanzo sets himself, and Pierno steps forward looking for the clinch! DeVanzo avoids it this time.
DeVanzo lands with a straight right. Pierno didn't see that one coming.
DeVanzo misses with a left hand
letting Pierno counter with a right hand.
Tim Pierno is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Pierno swinging wildly here.
DeVanzo lands with a nice combination. Pierno backs away looking to recover.
Tim Pierno is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
DeVanzo throws a lazy uppercut
and Pierno counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
DeVanzo connects with a body shot that sends Pierno's belly button to the back.
Pierno throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
A head kick by DeVanzo misses
and Pierno counters with a nice uppercut.
An inside leg kick from DeVanzo misses.
A nice side step and Pierno releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
DeVanzo wants to clinch up but Pierno keeps it at a distance.#T2#
Pierno staying out of range there.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Pierno! But no joy.
DeVanzo takes a swing at Pierno's ribcage but misses.
DeVanzo connects with a single shot there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Pierno gets cracked there but stands up to it.
DeVanzo scores with a body shot.
DeVanzo tests Pierno's chin there with a solid looking shot.
DeVanzo jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Pierno uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by DeVanzo.
Artie DeVanzo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
DeVanzo misses with a hook #KD2#
and Pierno counters with a crisp one two that drops DeVanzo! Pierno thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves DeVanzo to his feet! DeVanzo is in big trouble!
Pierno throws a shot from downtown. DeVanzo moves away and avoids it.#T3#
DeVanzo scores with a jab. Pierno acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
DeVanzo pivots, looking for a leg kick but Pierno is out of range and DeVanzo settles back down.
Pierno is looking for the big counter here.
Pierno slips a straight right by DeVanzo.
DeVanzo tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Pierno paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A little jabbing left from Pierno on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#TD#
DeVanzo closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - DeVanzo lands in his opponent's guard.
DeVanzo won't allow Pierno to sweep him here.
Pierno manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. DeVanzo manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Pierno wants to control from the top but DeVanzo keeps moving. #T4#
DeVanzo is looking to sweep but instead, Pierno has passed into half guard.
DeVanzo is looking to control Pierno's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can DeVanzo avoid being mounted?
Pierno tries to pass to full mount but DeVanzo defends it. #SUB2#
Pierno is working for a submission of some sort.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Artie DeVanzo dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
A combination from Pierno does no damage.
Pierno scores with a jab to the jaw.
DeVanzo moves in looking to clinch but Pierno pushes him off.
Pierno swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
DeVanzo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Pierno moves away.
A left lands for DeVanzo.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by DeVanzo.
Pierno 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.
Pierno jabs DeVanzo to the body, keeping him at a distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DeVanzo scoring well with a low kick there.
DeVanzo stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Pierno walks into a straight right hand from DeVanzo.#T1#
A left lands for DeVanzo.
DeVanzo avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from DeVanzo. Pierno does a little dance to reset his feet.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Pierno! But no joy.
Pierno has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
The crowd cheers as DeVanzo lands an impressive looking overhand right. Pierno doesn't seem phased though.
DeVanzo loads up on a big right hand but Pierno slips the punch.
Pierno gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Pierno slips a jab and a cross from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
DeVanzo misses with a right hand
and Pierno counters with a stiff right hand.
Pierno takes one to the side of the head.
Pierno takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Tim Pierno has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
DeVanzo throws a nice inside leg kick.
Pierno looks to throw the jab but DeVanzo is out of range.
Pierno avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Pierno is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
DeVanzo tries to land a body kick
and Pierno counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
DeVanzo lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#TD#
DeVanzo closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Pierno quickly recovers to half guard.
Pierno trying to control here.
Pierno is trying to get back to full guard.#T3#
Pierno is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#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.
Pierno wants to control but DeVanzo is keeping busy. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
DeVanzo moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Pierno tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
DeVanzo thows a leg kick but Pierno checks it
and DeVanzo takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A slow jab from Pierno misses its intended target.
Nice shot by Pierno.
DeVanzo waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Pierno.

And that's the end of the fight!
Artie DeVanzo showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for DeVanzo, 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 Chris Edwards scores the fight 29:28
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 30:27
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Artie DeVanzo!
Our winner, Artie DeVanzo, 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: Ascension 0318
Date: Mar 18, 2017

#R1#
McGuire ducks under a wild hook from DeVanzo.
A swing and a miss from DeVanzo.
McGuire lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
McGuire takes a swing at DeVanzo's ribcage but misses.
A nice inside leg kick there by McGuire. That's going to slow DeVanzo down.
A bone on bone clash there as DeVanzo blocks the leg kick.
McGuire throws a head kick that misses.
Both fighters circling a little - McGuire finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
McGuire misses with a leg kick
and DeVanzo counters with a lovely straight right hand!
DeVanzo stuffs the takedown attempt from McGuire. McGuire gets slowly back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice defenses there by DeVanzo.
McGuire throws a right hand that misses
and DeVanzo counters with a leg kick.
McGuire is looking to land body kicks.
McGuire lands a glancing blow to the side of DeVanzo's head.#T1#
McGuire misses with a looping left.
DeVanzo loads up on a big right hand but McGuire slips the punch.
McGuire fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
DeVanzo is looking to chop away at McGuire's legs.
McGuire tries to clinch up.
Artie DeVanzo is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
McGuire bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps DeVanzo's head backwards.
DeVanzo displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as McGuire throws out the jab.
DeVanzo scores with a nice head shot.
DeVanzo will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
DeVanzo throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
McGuire steps to the side to avoid the strikes from DeVanzo.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from DeVanzo. McGuire shrugs it off though.
McGuire motions for DeVanzo to come forward. McGuire throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. #T2#
McGuire shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as DeVanzo sprawls well. DeVanzo wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. McGuire gets slowly back to his feet.
DeVanzo throws out a powerful jab.
McGuire scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
DeVanzo avoids the body shot from McGuire.
DeVanzo blocks the body kick.
McGuire ducks down and throws a hook to the body but DeVanzo moves away.
An attempted straight right counter from DeVanzo misses the target.
McGuire misses with a double jab.
McGuire throws a body kick that misses
and DeVanzo counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
McGuire throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
DeVanzo ducks under a wild hook from McGuire.#T3#
McGuire misses with a wild body shot.
DeVanzo on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
McGuire uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from DeVanzo.
McGuire goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
McGuire misses with a left hand
and DeVanzo counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
DeVanzo looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
McGuire swings away with a leg kick that misses.
McGuire's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and McGuire duly obliges.
McGuire swings away with a body shot that misses
and DeVanzo counters with a lovely straight right hand!
DeVanzo turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#TD2#
McGuire shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in DeVanzo's guard.
My spies in River's Edge Gym inform me that McGuire has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McGuire looking to sit in guard and control but DeVanzo gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
DeVanzo is looking to work some ground and pound but McGuire has wrist control.#T4#
McGuire pulls DeVanzo in close to prevent any damage.
McGuire trying to control the position. #SUB2#
McGuire has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. DeVanzo 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 McGuire.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
DeVanzo cracks McGuire with a big right hand but McGuire just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
DeVanzo scoring with punches from side control.
McGuire is trying to get back to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Mike McGuire 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#
DeVanzo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
DeVanzo throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A swing and a miss from McGuire.
McGuire ducks down and throws a hook to the body but DeVanzo moves away.
McGuire's corner calls for a 1-2. McGuire obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Mike McGuire seems to be getting the better of the standup.
McGuire avoids the body shot from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo avoids the body shot from McGuire.
McGuire with a lazy takedown attempt
and DeVanzo counters with a nice body shot.
McGuire tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
McGuire ducks under a wild hook from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DeVanzo looks for the body kick but McGuire saw that one coming.
McGuire throws a jab but it's blocked by DeVanzo.
Nice uppercut there from DeVanzo.#CUT#
It looks like Mike McGuire has been cut.
DeVanzo lands a nice looking body shot. #T1#
McGuire explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
McGuire on the wrong end of a nice jab.
DeVanzo connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Mike McGuire seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McGuire shoots and misses
and DeVanzo makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
McGuire steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from DeVanzo. That one must have hurt.
DeVanzo fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
DeVanzo misses with a looping left.
DeVanzo takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
McGuire throws a poor cross that misses
and DeVanzo cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
McGuire ducks under a wild hook from DeVanzo.
McGuire tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
DeVanzo slips a straight right by McGuire.
McGuire tries to work over DeVanzo's front leg with a kick but DeVanzo checks it. #T2#
McGuire misses with a hook to the body
and DeVanzo counters with a nice body shot.
McGuire with a jab.
A left lands for DeVanzo.
DeVanzo lands a nice shot to the body.
McGuire throws a head kick that misses.
DeVanzo closes the distance and lands a one-two.#ROC#
McGuire is rocked!
McGuire uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from DeVanzo.
McGuire takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
McGuire misses with a combination
and DeVanzo counters with a stiff right hand.
McGuire fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Artie DeVanzo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mike McGuire.
DeVanzo avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #T3#
McGuire tries to close the distance and clinch up but DeVanzo swats him away and circles back towards the center.
McGuire tries to land a front kick but DeVanzo steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
An attempted straight right counter from DeVanzo misses the target.
McGuire throws a right hand that misses
letting DeVanzo counter with a right hand.
A telegraphed right hand from McGuire misses the target.
McGuire slips a jab and a cross from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo digs a good hook to McGuire's body.
DeVanzo connects with a right hand. McGuire shakes it off.
McGuire is still on wobbly legs! Can DeVanzo finish him?
McGuire uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
DeVanzo cracks McGuire with a hook to the temple - McGuire is on wobbly legs here! DeVanzo swarms him with hook after hook, landing with each one! McGuire falls to the canvas face first and the referee dives in to stop the fight! DeVanzo wins by TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:47 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Artie DeVanzo!
Artie DeVanzo seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: Syn 506 - Wein vs Icky
Date: Feb 17, 2017

#R1#
Thud! ouch! good body kick from DeVanzo - that will leave a mark!
Maneno slips under a jab.
Maneno now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Maneno moves out of range as DeVanzo strikes.
DeVanzo connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Maneno throws a hook to the side of DeVanzo's head but DeVanzo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Maneno misses with a body shot.
Maneno gets cracked there but stands up to it.
DeVanzo with a body punch. A glancing blow.
DeVanzo moves out of range of the strikes.
DeVanzo clobbers Maneno with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
A telegraphed right hand from Maneno misses the target.
Maneno throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Maneno lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
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!
Maneno fakes high and swings low for a body shot but DeVanzo manages to avoid it.
Maneno thuds a left hand into DeVanzo's body.
DeVanzo moves out of range as Maneno strikes.
DeVanzo fails to land with a series of punches.
DeVanzo connects with a solid leg kick.
DeVanzo loads up on a big right hand but Maneno slips the punch.
Maneno let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#T1#
A big right from DeVanzo misses.
Maneno lands a slapping body shot.
DeVanzo avoids the body shot from Maneno.
DeVanzo goes for a double leg but Maneno avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Maneno continues to drive forward.
Maneno throws a body shot but no joy.
Chiku Maneno is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
DeVanzo on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Maneno is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down DeVanzo rather than just go for the knockout.
Nice shot lands for DeVanzo.
DeVanzo scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
DeVanzo lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
A big left from Maneno misses.
DeVanzo swings widly with a right hand
and Maneno counters with a right hand to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
DeVanzo avoids the body shot from Maneno.
DeVanzo throws a low kick but Maneno moves out of range easily.
DeVanzo looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
DeVanzo moves out of range as Maneno strikes.
DeVanzo appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Maneno digs a good body shot into DeVanzo's ribs.#T2#
DeVanzo scores with a nice head shot.
DeVanzo thuds his shin into the meat of Maneno's side.
Maneno throws a jab but it's blocked by DeVanzo.
Maneno misses with a straight left.
Maneno swings and misses with a shot to the body
and DeVanzo counters with a nice uppercut.
DeVanzo throws a solid leg kick but Maneno takes the impact on his shin and smiles at DeVanzo.
DeVanzo lands with a nice body punch.
DeVanzo uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Maneno.
DeVanzo appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Good exchange - Maneno coming out on top.
Maneno lands a nice hook to DeVanzo's body. DeVanzo takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
DeVanzo looks to throw the jab but Maneno is out of range.
Maneno let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Maneno gets cracked there but stands up to it. #TD#
DeVanzo shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Maneno is trying to defend but DeVanzo finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Maneno is trying to stand back up but DeVanzo is controlling him
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
DeVanzo is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
DeVanzo thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Maneno's head.
Maneno is trying to stand back up but DeVanzo is controlling him
Maneno is trying to defend against the ground and pound but DeVanzo scores with a couple of nice shots.
Maneno wants to get back to his feet.
DeVanzo working Maneno over with strikes.
Still in half guard, DeVanzo seems content to control.
Maneno pushes DeVanzo off looking to stand but DeVanzo dives back in and keeps control. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
DeVanzo is taking a breather. Maneno 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.
Maneno looks like he's trying to stand up. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
The fighters circling - Maneno throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Maneno's jab looks to have found its range, popping DeVanzo under the eye.
Maneno swings widly with a right hand
and DeVanzo counters with a nice uppercut.
DeVanzo looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
DeVanzo throws a half hearted mid kick.
Maneno lands a body shot.
Maneno looks to land a right hand but DeVanzo moved out of range.
DeVanzo slips under a jab from Maneno.
DeVanzo keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Maneno.
DeVanzo on the wrong end of a nice jab.
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 Artie DeVanzo will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
DeVanzo lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Maneno defends well against a solid takedown attempt from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Maneno misses with a hook to the body
and DeVanzo counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A big left from DeVanzo misses.
Maneno just misses with a punch to the body.
DeVanzo throws a body kick that misses. #TD#
DeVanzo shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than DeVanzo was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Maneno takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
DeVanzo prevents Maneno from escaping the position.
DeVanzo staying calm.#ES2#
Maneno sneaks out the side door and pushes DeVanzo away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.#T1#
DeVanzo uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Maneno.
DeVanzo keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Maneno.
Maneno takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by DeVanzo.
Maneno chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before DeVanzo can pounce on him.
A big left from DeVanzo misses.
Maneno fakes high and swings low for a body shot but DeVanzo manages to avoid it.
Maneno scores with a jab to the body.
Maneno swings and misses with a hook to the body.
DeVanzo clobbers Maneno with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
DeVanzo throws an off balance right hand
and Maneno makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Maneno ducks under a wild hook from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo throws a head kick but Maneno moves out of range. #T2#
DeVanzo throws a body shot but no joy.
Maneno looks to score with a jab to the body but DeVanzo is just out of range.
DeVanzo lands a right hook to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Maneno misses with a jab to the body
and DeVanzo counters with a stiff right hand.
DeVanzo slips a straight right by Maneno.
DeVanzo misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
DeVanzo throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Artie DeVanzo is winning the standup battle so far.
DeVanzo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Maneno.
DeVanzo is looking to counter punch.
DeVanzo tries to clinch but Maneno is having none of it.
Maneno appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Jab, jab by Maneno - just one landing.
DeVanzo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
DeVanzo fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Maneno takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #T3#
DeVanzo lands a nice looking kick to the body. Maneno takes a step back to recover.
DeVanzo scoring well with a low kick there.
Maneno looks to land a right hand but DeVanzo moved out of range.
A left lands for Maneno.#CL#
DeVanzo forces Maneno back against the cage and clinches.
DeVanzo lands with a light punch inside.
A nice right hand lands inside from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo scores with a shot to the side of Maneno's head. #BC2#
Maneno manages to break the clinch.
Maneno throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
DeVanzo takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Maneno misses with a wild body shot.
DeVanzo throwing a counter right hand but Maneno manages to avoid it.
DeVanzo connects with a good right hand that stumbles Maneno. Maneno circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
DeVanzo walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
DeVanzo scores with a nice body kick.
A jab from DeVanzo does it's job there.#T4#
DeVanzo steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Maneno.
DeVanzo tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Maneno swivels and escapes.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Artie DeVanzo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Maneno throws a lazy uppercut
and DeVanzo counters with a nice body kick. #TD#
DeVanzo looking to score a takedown here. Maneno is defending well but DeVanzo drives through and ends up in Maneno's guard.
DeVanzo stands up over Maneno, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Maneno is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #ES2#
Maneno kicks DeVanzo off and gets to his feet.
Maneno throws a jab but it's blocked by DeVanzo.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A lazy left from DeVanzo finds it's target.
DeVanzo throws a hook but Maneno avoids it easily.
DeVanzo scores with a kick to the midsection.
Maneno takes one on the chin but seems OK.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Artie DeVanzo 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. This is the final round!
#R3#
Maneno swings widly with a right hand
letting DeVanzo counter with a right hand.
Maneno thows a left - swing and a miss!
DeVanzo goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
DeVanzo pulls out of a head kick attempt.
DeVanzo lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Maneno on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by DeVanzo. DeVanzo obviously looking to wear him down.
Maneno jabs at DeVanzo's body.
DeVanzo tries to move into range but Maneno moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Maneno lands with a good body shot.
DeVanzo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Maneno is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Maneno lands a jab to DeVanzo's midsection.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A telegraphed right hand from Maneno misses the target.
Maneno fakes high and swings low for a body shot but DeVanzo manages to avoid it.
DeVanzo closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
A slow jab from Maneno misses its intended target.
DeVanzo drops down looking for a counter takedown but Maneno sprawls and moves away.#T1#
DeVanzo looks to land a right hand but Maneno moved out of range.
Maneno has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from DeVanzo.
Maneno scores with a jab to the jaw.#ROC2#
DeVanzo is rocked!
Maneno ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Oh DeVanzo is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
DeVanzo slips a jab from Maneno.
DeVanzo seems to have got his legs back now.
Maneno misses with a wild body shot.
Nice uppercut there from Maneno.
DeVanzo moves out of range of the strikes.
Maneno jabbing away but nothing is landing.
DeVanzo appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
DeVanzo moves out of range of the strikes.
Maneno is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by DeVanzo.
Maneno slips under a jab.
Maneno scores with a hook to the body. DeVanzo takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Maneno just misses with a punch to the body.
Maneno dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T2#
DeVanzo throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Maneno sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Good work by Maneno as he checks the leg kick.
Maneno's corner calls for a 1-2. Maneno obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
DeVanzo lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Maneno displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as DeVanzo throws out the jab.
Maneno throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A quick step to the side and DeVanzo tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Maneno looks to land a left hand but DeVanzo moved out of range nicely.
Maneno throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
DeVanzo feinted with a counter takedown.
DeVanzo fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Maneno.
DeVanzo looking to land some kicks to the body here.
DeVanzo misses with a body kick.
Donk. Maneno catches DeVanzo right on the button with a cross.
Good leg kick by DeVanzo there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Maneno slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#T3#
Maneno just misses with a punch to the body.
DeVanzo throws a leg kick that misses.
Maneno ducks down and throws a hook to the body but DeVanzo moves away.
DeVanzo thinks about countering with a body kick.
Maneno looks to throw the jab but DeVanzo is out of range.
It appears DeVanzo was looking to counter with a kick there.
DeVanzo shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Maneno defends it nicely.
Maneno ducks down and throws a hook to the body but DeVanzo moves away.
DeVanzo tried to counter with a leg kick but Maneno avoided it.
DeVanzo jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Maneno misses with a wild body shot.
Maneno throws a jab when DeVanzo was well out of range.
DeVanzo slips under a jab from Maneno.
DeVanzo throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Maneno lands a jab to DeVanzo's midsection.
DeVanzo misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Maneno looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T4#
DeVanzo misses with a looping left.
Maneno jabs DeVanzo to the body, keeping him at a distance.
DeVanzo displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Maneno throws out the jab.
DeVanzo avoids the body shot from Maneno.
Maneno uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo scores with a hook.
DeVanzo throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
DeVanzo throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Maneno counters with a straight right hand.
Maneno with a jab.
Maneno throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#TD#
DeVanzo manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Maneno on his heels. He'll look to pass Maneno's guard now, I'm sure.
DeVanzo advances to half guard.
Maneno is staying active underneath DeVanzo, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Chiku Maneno has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Artie DeVanzo is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Maneno missing with punches from the bottom.

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

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

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

Event: Syn 502 - Gymer vs Golstein
Date: Jan 29, 2017

#R1#
Underwood ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
DeVanzo looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Underwood misses with an uppercut.
Underwood misses with a body kick.
Underwood displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as DeVanzo throws out the jab.
DeVanzo connects with a solid leg kick.
DeVanzo pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
DeVanzo looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Underwood counters with a body kick.
DeVanzo scores with a nice body kick.
DeVanzo throws a head kick but Underwood moves out of range.
Artie DeVanzo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
DeVanzo throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Underwood is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by DeVanzo.
DeVanzo half committed to a counter leg kick.
DeVanzo checks a leg kick.
Underwood ducks down and throws a hook to the body but DeVanzo moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DeVanzo ducks under a wild hook from Underwood.
Underwood blocks a head kick by DeVanzo.
Underwood is clearly trying to counter these attacks from DeVanzo with a body shot.
DeVanzo throws a leg kick
and Underwood counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Underwood takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Underwood shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Underwood walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. DeVanzo checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Frank Underwood is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Underwood moves out of range of the body kick.
Underwood lands the left hand.
DeVanzo is looking to land body kicks.
Underwood tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but DeVanzo was well out of range. Poor timing from Underwood.
A solid body kick from DeVanzo.
Underwood avoids the head kick by DeVanzo.
DeVanzo blocks the body kick.
DeVanzo keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Underwood.
A nice leg kick lands there from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Underwood.
DeVanzo is looking to slow Underwood down with leg kicks.
Underwood throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and DeVanzo counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
DeVanzo throws a right hand that Underwood ducks under and follows up with a left that Underwood also avoids with ease.
Underwood stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from DeVanzo.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
DeVanzo throws a chopping leg kick but Underwood manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
A nice leg kick lands there from Underwood.
Underwood throws a solid leg kick but DeVanzo takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Underwood.
DeVanzo avoids the body shot from Underwood. #T2#
A leg kick checked by DeVanzo.
Underwood closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
DeVanzo tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Underwood throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Underwood is looking to land body kicks.
DeVanzo looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Good leg kick by Underwood there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
DeVanzo slips a jab from Underwood.
DeVanzo throws a big shot that misses.
DeVanzo takes a shot right to the bread basket.
DeVanzo scores with a nice body kick.
Underwood avoids a kick to the body.
Underwood takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Underwood keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
DeVanzo throws a lazy right hand but Underwood sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Underwood swings away with a leg kick that misses.
A jab from Underwood finds it's way through DeVanzo's defenses.
DeVanzo lands with a nice body kick. #T3#
Underwood digs a good body shot into DeVanzo's ribs.
Underwood circles away from the clinch attempt
and Underwood counters with a lovely straight right hand!
DeVanzo checks a low kick from Underwood.
DeVanzo drops down looking for a counter takedown but Underwood sprawls and moves away.
Underwood shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
DeVanzo defending well as Underwood loads up on a big left hand.
DeVanzo misses with a body kick.
Underwood misses with a hook
and DeVanzo counters with a nice uppercut.
Underwood blocks the body kick.
DeVanzo throws a body kick that misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Underwood! But no joy.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Underwood - that will leave a mark!
DeVanzo takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Underwood checks the leg kick.
DeVanzo bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Underwood throws a low kick but DeVanzo avoids it.
Underwood scores with a body shot.
Nice uppercut lands for Underwood. That snapped DeVanzo's head back. #T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Underwood wants to land a leg kick but DeVanzo is out of range.
Underwood throws a leg kick but DeVanzo moved away.
DeVanzo fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Underwood throws out a counter right but DeVanzo avoids it with no problem.
DeVanzo throws the kick towards the body but Underwood avoids it.
Underwood tries to work over DeVanzo's front leg with a kick but DeVanzo checks it.
DeVanzo throws a hook to the side of Underwood's head but Underwood sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by DeVanzo.
DeVanzo works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Underwood changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Underwood throws a good cross that connects.
DeVanzo tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
DeVanzo blocks the body kick.
A head kick misses from DeVanzo.
Underwood throws a body shot but no joy.
DeVanzo appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
DeVanzo bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
DeVanzo moves out of range as Underwood throws a body kick.
DeVanzo thinks about countering with a body kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Frank Underwood will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
A kick lands to the mid section there for DeVanzo.
DeVanzo takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
DeVanzo throws a wild body kick that Underwood sees coming a mile off.
Underwood is trying to counter with his kicks.
DeVanzo throws a sloppy head kick
and Underwood makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
DeVanzo on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Underwood. Underwood obviously looking to wear him down.
Underwood throws a hook to the side of DeVanzo's head but DeVanzo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
DeVanzo misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
DeVanzo backing away here, and Underwood unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Underwood throws a wild body kick that DeVanzo sees coming a mile off.
Underwood throws a leg kick but DeVanzo checks it.
DeVanzo lands a really nice looking cross but Underwood seems unphased. #CL#
DeVanzo clinches with his opponent.
Underwood tries to work over DeVanzo's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DeVanzo blocking some punches.
Underwood swings wildly with an uppercut but DeVanzo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Underwood is working DeVanzo over against the cage.
DeVanzo lands a body punch in the clinch.
DeVanzo's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
DeVanzo lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Underwood backwards. #T1#
DeVanzo trying to land knees to the body.
Underwood lands a hook to the side of the head.
Nice body punch from DeVanzo - that landed with a thud.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Underwood.
DeVanzo tries a body shot but Underwood blocks it.
Underwood blocking some punches.
Underwood tries a body shot but DeVanzo blocks it.
Underwood misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC#
DeVanzo's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Underwood looks to throw the jab but DeVanzo is out of range.
A good leg kick by DeVanzo.
Underwood takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Underwood looks to throw the jab but DeVanzo is out of range.
Underwood looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
A jab from DeVanzo finds it's way through Underwood's defenses.
Underwood tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but DeVanzo was well out of range. Poor timing from Underwood.
DeVanzo misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Underwood waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract DeVanzo.
Underwood throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
DeVanzo swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T2#
DeVanzo throws a nice looking combination but Underwood bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
DeVanzo lands a nice leg kick that just misses Underwood's sensitive parts.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Underwood lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Underwood is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
DeVanzo connects with an inside leg kick.
DeVanzo moves out of range as Underwood throws a body kick.
Underwood finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Underwood fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and DeVanzo has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Underwood attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
DeVanzo misses with a double jab.
DeVanzo pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Underwood chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A clash of legs there as DeVanzo blocks the low kick.
DeVanzo throwing a counter right hand but Underwood manages to avoid it.
Underwood connects with a leg kick. DeVanzo looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Underwood scores with a jab to the body.
A shot to the body from DeVanzo misses
and Underwood counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T3#
Underwood lands an overhand right.
Underwood throws a hook but DeVanzo blocks it.
Underwood has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from DeVanzo.
Underwood lands with a right hand.
Underwood misses with a right hand
and DeVanzo counters with a nice low kick that buckles Underwood's knee momentarily.
A swing and a miss from Underwood.
Underwood takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Underwood works DeVanzo's body with a nice hook.
DeVanzo checks a leg kick nicely.
DeVanzo tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
DeVanzo 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.
Underwood moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Underwood. DeVanzo does a little dance to reset his feet.
A good leg kick by Underwood.
DeVanzo feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Underwood's calf.
DeVanzo takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Underwood scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Underwood finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt. #T4#
DeVanzo tries to land a front kick but Underwood steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
DeVanzo 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.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Underwood.
DeVanzo throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #CL#
DeVanzo has managed to clinch.
Underwood lands with a left to the head.
DeVanzo is trying to push Underwood away but Underwood has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
DeVanzo struggles to land a body shot inside as Underwood controls his hands.
DeVanzo unloads a knee to the mid-section.
DeVanzo lands a hook to the side of the head.
A quick uppercut on the inside from DeVanzo.
Underwood has a couple of punches blocked by DeVanzo.
Artie DeVanzo has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Underwood lands a hook that snaps the head of DeVanzo backwards.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Underwood misses with a hook to the ribs.
A right handed body shot lands from DeVanzo.
A head punch blocked on the inside by DeVanzo.
Underwood can't find room to land a body shot as DeVanzo controls the action.
Underwood lands a right hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Frank Underwood will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
DeVanzo misses with a head kick.
Underwood takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Underwood tries to score with a low kick but DeVanzo moves his leg out of the way.
Underwood misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from DeVanzo.
Underwood checks a leg kick.
Underwood throws out a loose jab but DeVanzo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Underwood throws a body punch but DeVanzo moves out of range.
DeVanzo checks a low kick from Underwood.
DeVanzo avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Underwood throws a leg kick but DeVanzo sees it coming and moves out of range.
Underwood throws a leg kick that misses.
DeVanzo takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Underwood takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
DeVanzo keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
DeVanzo half committed to a counter leg kick.
Underwood throws a leg kick
enabling DeVanzo to counter with a crisp jab.
Underwood moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Underwood's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
A slow jab from Underwood misses its intended target. #T1#
Underwood keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
DeVanzo throws out a leg kick but Underwood moves out of range and DeVanzo only half commits.
Underwood thuds a left hand into DeVanzo's body.
DeVanzo lands with a thumping leg kick.
DeVanzo throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Underwood looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
DeVanzo slips a jab from Underwood.
Frank Underwood seems to be getting the better of the standup.#CL#
DeVanzo fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Underwood, pushing him back against the cage.
Underwood tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Underwood doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A short right from Underwood on the inside.
DeVanzo blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
With the fighters up against the cage, DeVanzo throws an elbow but misses.
Underwood blocks an uppercut.
Underwood's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Underwood blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Frank Underwood is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Underwood works on DeVanzo's body with a couple of short punches.#TD#
DeVanzo gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Underwood regains guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Underwood keeping moving, preventing DeVanzo from controlling successfully.
DeVanzo controls from within his opponent's guard.
DeVanzo wants to control from the top but Underwood keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Underwood trying to control the position.
DeVanzo won't allow Underwood to sweep him here. #T3#
Underwood wants to get back to his feet but DeVanzo is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Underwood working a defensive guard here.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Underwood looking to hit a scissor sweep but DeVanzo is one step ahead there. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Underwood scores with a nice head shot.
DeVanzo thuds his shin into the meat of Underwood's side.
Good work by DeVanzo as he checks the leg kick.
Both fighters circling a little - DeVanzo finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Good leg kick by DeVanzo there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
DeVanzo is looking to land body kicks.#T4#
Underwood fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
DeVanzo fakes the leg kick and cracks Underwood in the body.
DeVanzo checks the leg kick.
DeVanzo thinks about countering with a body kick.
A jab from DeVanzo misses.
DeVanzo misses with a two punch combination.
Underwood showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from DeVanzo.
Underwood swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Underwood checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Underwood connects with a body shot that sends DeVanzo's belly button to the back.
DeVanzo pulls out of a head kick attempt.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Underwood just misses with a punch to the body.
DeVanzo throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Underwood follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
DeVanzo throws a sloppy head kick and Underwood moves out of range easily.
Underwood connects with a body shot.
DeVanzo lands with a kick to the ribs.
Artie DeVanzo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Underwood attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.

And that's the end of the fight!
Artie DeVanzo showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Underwood 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 Donald Grub scores the fight 28:29
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 28:29
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Frank Underwood!
An out of breath Frank Underwood thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
In defeat, Artie DeVanzo stepped up to the mic, saying 'Hey, are we done here? 'Cause I'm losing my buzz. '.

Event: Syn 498 - Wein vs Saibot
Date: Jan 13, 2017

#R1#
Icky cracks DeVanzo with an open hand slap.
Icky throws a low kick, looking for DeVanzo's leg but DeVanzo calmly moves out of range.
DeVanzo 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.
DeVanzo slips under a jab.
DeVanzo misses with a body kick.
DeVanzo gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Icky counters with a straight right hand.
Icky checks a low kick from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Icky throws out a loose jab but DeVanzo uses good head movement to avoid it.
DeVanzo throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Icky stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Icky tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and DeVanzo is able to avoid easily.
Icky thows a left - swing and a miss!
Icky dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on DeVanzo. That did some damage!
DeVanzo shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Icky swings away with a body shot that misses
and DeVanzo counters with a thumping low kick.
DeVanzo has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Ricky Icky is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Icky throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A combination from DeVanzo does no damage.
DeVanzo misses with a head kick.
DeVanzo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Icky.
Jab by Icky.
Icky scores with a leg kick.
Ricky Icky seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Icky tries to land a front kick but DeVanzo steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
DeVanzo tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Icky misses with a right hand
and DeVanzo counters with a stiff right hand.
Icky turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Icky throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
DeVanzo missing with a left hand there. Icky was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Icky moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Icky throws a looping overhand right but DeVanzo ducks down to avoid it. #T2#
Icky looks for the body kick but DeVanzo saw that one coming.
DeVanzo ducks under a wild hook from Icky.
Icky jabbing away but nothing is landing.
This has been an exciting period of action!
DeVanzo staying out of range there.
Icky ducks under a wild hook from DeVanzo.
Icky swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
DeVanzo unleashes a big counter combination but Icky bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Icky has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Crunch! Icky slams his shin into DeVanzo's torso.
Icky waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract DeVanzo.
And DeVanzo tries to counter it with a takedown but Icky pushes his down on his head and steps out.
DeVanzo takes a body punch but keeps moving.
A shot to the liver by Icky. Beautiful body shot.
Icky throws a leg kick which misses DeVanzo's front leg but catches the back leg as DeVanzo tries to avoid it.
DeVanzo connects with a jab.
DeVanzo with a poor takedown
and Icky counters with a stiff right hand.
Icky throws a body kick that misses. #T3#
A lazy left from Icky finds it's target.
Icky loads up on a big right hand but DeVanzo slips the punch.
Icky gets off balance looking for a body kick#TD2#
and DeVanzo counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Icky controlling the position for now.
Icky is trying to stand back up but DeVanzo is controlling him
DeVanzo thows a huge punch but Icky dodges it nicely.
Icky regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
DeVanzo is in close to Icky's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Icky utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T4#
DeVanzo sitting in guard here, content to control.
Icky is trying to keep DeVanzo in close.
DeVanzo is stalling in the full guard. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
DeVanzo checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
DeVanzo throws a half hearted mid kick.
Icky moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ricky Icky dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Icky circles away from the clinch attempt.
A cross from Icky lands.
DeVanzo throws a series of punches but Icky avoids them all with ease.
Ricky Icky is winning the standup battle so far.
Nice uppercut lands for Icky. That snapped DeVanzo's head back.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Icky.
Icky thows a leg kick but DeVanzo checks it
and DeVanzo counters with a one-two to the body.
DeVanzo avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Icky digs a good body shot into DeVanzo's ribs.
DeVanzo closes the distance looking to clinch
and Icky connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
DeVanzo misses with a kick to the body.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from DeVanzo. Icky shrugs it off though. #T1#
DeVanzo connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Icky misses with a low kick as DeVanzo jumps back.
Icky is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that DeVanzo can do to turn this around?
Good standup being displayed there by Icky as he connects with a hook.
Icky with a hook.
DeVanzo checks the leg kick nicely there.
DeVanzo keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
DeVanzo throws a quick inside leg kick.
DeVanzo goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
DeVanzo misses with a hook
and Icky counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Icky misses with a lunging right hand
and DeVanzo counters with a stiff right hand.
Icky looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
A jab from DeVanzo finds it's way through Icky's defenses.
Icky ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T2#
Icky misses with a body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Icky moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
DeVanzo shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Icky as he jumps to the side.
Icky throws a hook to the side of DeVanzo's head but DeVanzo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
It seemed like DeVanzo was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Nice uppercut lands for Icky. That snapped DeVanzo's head back.
DeVanzo slips under a jab.
Icky connects with a looping right hand.
Icky looking to land some kicks to the body here.
DeVanzo falls off balance throwing a combination
and Icky counters with a nice low kick that buckles DeVanzo's knee momentarily.
Icky falls off balance throwing a combination
and DeVanzo connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T3#
DeVanzo tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
DeVanzo ducks under a wild hook from Icky.
Icky throws a body shot but no joy.
Icky fakes high and swings low for a body shot but DeVanzo manages to avoid it.
DeVanzo scores with a jab to the head.
Icky moves out of range of the body kick.
Icky catches DeVanzo with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Icky misses with a left hand
and DeVanzo connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
DeVanzo walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Icky goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
DeVanzo throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Icky tries a head kick but it misses.
And DeVanzo tries to counter it with a takedown but Icky pushes his down on his head and steps out.#T4#
DeVanzo keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Icky.
DeVanzo feints a counter leg kick.
A leg kick checked by Icky.
DeVanzo's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Icky connects with an inside leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Icky misses with a hook.
DeVanzo throws out a powerful jab.
Icky tries to land a front kick but DeVanzo steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
DeVanzo scores with a sloppy right hand. Icky should have avoided that one.
Icky is looking to slow DeVanzo down with leg kicks.
DeVanzo gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
DeVanzo throws a hook to the side of Icky's head but Icky sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Icky connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Icky.
DeVanzo lands a nice looking body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ricky Icky dominated that second round.
That's time! Icky's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Icky checks a leg kick nicely.
Icky thows a leg kick but DeVanzo checks it #TD2#
and DeVanzo counters with a single leg into guard. Icky didn't expect that.
DeVanzo controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
DeVanzo wants to control from the top but Icky keeps moving.
Icky avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Icky is trying to keep DeVanzo in close.
Icky being controlled here, momentarily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DeVanzo throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Icky works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T1#
DeVanzo trying to control but Icky is working from the bottom.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
DeVanzo's corner is telling him to maintain position.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Icky tries to land a leg kick but DeVanzo saw it coming and moves away.
DeVanzo raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Nice defenses there by DeVanzo.
DeVanzo throws a quick inside leg kick.
A low kick from DeVanzo misses
and Icky counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Icky takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Icky misses with a low kick.
Icky fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but DeVanzo is out of range. #T2#
DeVanzo misses with a head kick.
DeVanzo blocks a jab.
Icky dips to his left and cracks DeVanzo with an uppercut!
Icky tries to score with a low kick but DeVanzo moves his leg out of the way.
Icky tried to score with a low kick but DeVanzo checks it.
DeVanzo is looking to score with low kicks.
Icky throws a leg kick which misses DeVanzo's front leg but catches the back leg as DeVanzo tries to avoid it.
DeVanzo tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
DeVanzo swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Icky counters with a nice body kick.
Icky moves out of range as DeVanzo throws a body kick.
Icky throws a low kick but DeVanzo avoids it.
DeVanzo throws out a powerful jab.
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!
Icky misses with a combination
and DeVanzo counters with a nice body kick. #T3#
DeVanzo moves forwards but Icky connects with a nice, crisp jab.
DeVanzo connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Icky's hands.
DeVanzo lands with a kick to the temple. Icky shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Icky bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
DeVanzo thows a leg kick but Icky checks it
and Icky counters with a good low kick that DeVanzo was not able to check.
DeVanzo avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Icky pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A big left from Icky misses.
DeVanzo throws a wild body kick that Icky sees coming a mile off.
A punch lands to the side of DeVanzo 's head but he takes it in his stride.
DeVanzo fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Icky is out of range. #T4#
Icky misses with an uppercut.
Icky throws a body punch but DeVanzo moves out of range.
Icky misses with a kick to the body.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from DeVanzo.
Icky fires out a quick counter leg kick but DeVanzo just manages to avoid it.
Icky scores with a crisp jab that stopped DeVanzo in his tracks.
DeVanzo has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
This has been an exciting period of action!
DeVanzo throws a lazy uppercut
and Icky counters with a straight right hand.
Icky throws a leg kick
and DeVanzo counters with a stiff right hand.
Icky moves away from the strike by DeVanzo.
Icky misses with a telegraphed body shot
and DeVanzo counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Icky throws a lazy uppercut
and DeVanzo counters with a thumping low kick.
DeVanzo misses with a lunging right hand
and Icky counters with a three punch combo that has DeVanzo backing up. DeVanzo nods at Icky to acknowledge the strikes.
Artie DeVanzo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Icky tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.

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 Ricky Icky.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Icky, 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 Paul Tew scores the fight 30:27
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 30:27
Judge William Gold scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ricky Icky!
An out of breath Ricky Icky thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
Artie DeVanzo spoke after the fight, saying 'Hey, are we done here? 'Cause I'm losing my buzz. '.

Event: Syn 496 - Wein vs Rocker II
Date: Jan 05, 2017

#R1#
Maneno lands with an uppercut that bounces DeVanzo off the cage and back into range.
Maneno swings and misses with a hook to the body.
DeVanzo looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#TD#
DeVanzo looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Maneno is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst DeVanzo is controlling him.
DeVanzo engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
DeVanzo chips away with some ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Maneno wants to stand but DeVanzo is controlling the position.
Maneno being controlled here, momentarily.
Maneno is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst DeVanzo is controlling him. #T1#
Hammerfist, elbow! yells DeVanzo's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Maneno can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as DeVanzo controls the pace.
DeVanzo trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
DeVanzo sitting in guard, not really doing much. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Maneno misses with a wild body shot.
Maneno lands a slapping body shot. #T2#
Maneno with a nice cross.
Maneno misses with a lunging right hand
and DeVanzo counters with a nice body kick.
DeVanzo thuds his right hand into Maneno's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Maneno misses the shot to the body.
Maneno throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
DeVanzo shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Maneno pinned against the cage. Maneno gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Maneno throws a looping overhand right but DeVanzo ducks down to avoid it.
Maneno throws an off balance right hand
and DeVanzo counters with a right hand to the body.
Crunch! DeVanzo slams his shin into Maneno's torso.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
DeVanzo takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
DeVanzo lands with a thumping leg kick.
Maneno throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
DeVanzo pushes Maneno away with a front kick.
Maneno swings for the body but DeVanzo moves out of range. #T3#
DeVanzo bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
DeVanzo half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
DeVanzo throws a leg kick
and Maneno counters with a stiff right hand.
DeVanzo moves away from the strike by Maneno. #TD#
DeVanzo gets the takedown into side control.
Maneno is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but DeVanzo has just dragged him back down to the mat.
DeVanzo works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
DeVanzo working the ground and pound.
Maneno takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
DeVanzo controls the position.
DeVanzo lands a few punches from side control.
Maneno is trying to get back to his feet.#T4#
Maneno taking punishment in the form of punches.
DeVanzo 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.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
DeVanzo is working Maneno over with some ground and pound from side control.
Maneno is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Maneno is trying to escape the position but DeVanzo is controlling the position.
Maneno is looking to work his way out of this bad position but DeVanzo is controlling him well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Artie DeVanzo dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Maneno swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nice body kick there by DeVanzo.
Maneno throws a body shot but no joy.
Maneno misses the shot to the body.
DeVanzo's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and DeVanzo duly obliges.
DeVanzo scores with a jab to the body.
DeVanzo throws a nice outside leg kick.
Maneno avoids the head kick by DeVanzo.
Maneno lands a nice shot to the body.
DeVanzo lands a jab.
Maneno misses the shot to the body.
DeVanzo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Maneno.
DeVanzo changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Chiku Maneno seems to be getting the better of the standup.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
DeVanzo bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Maneno's head.
Maneno slips a straight right by DeVanzo.
DeVanzo is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Maneno can do to turn this around?
DeVanzo takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
DeVanzo misses with a body kick.
A jab from Maneno misses. #T1#
DeVanzo throws the left hand but Maneno avoids the punch easily.
Maneno let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
DeVanzo swinging wildly here.
Chiku Maneno is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Maneno throws a hook but DeVanzo avoids it easily.
Maneno tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
DeVanzo looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Maneno checks a low kick from DeVanzo.
Maneno misses with a hook
and DeVanzo cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Maneno has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Maneno throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Maneno with a jab.
Maneno misses the shot to the body.
DeVanzo was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Maneno moves away from the strike by DeVanzo.
Maneno appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
DeVanzo displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Maneno throws out the jab.
Maneno lands with a nice body punch.
DeVanzo lands with a nice body kick. #T2#
DeVanzo lands a nice leg kick that just misses Maneno's sensitive parts.
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!
Maneno moves out of range as DeVanzo strikes.
DeVanzo with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Some wild striking there from DeVanzo. #TD#
DeVanzo throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Maneno was covering up waiting for the punch and DeVanzo finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Maneno is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #T3#
DeVanzo trying to control the position from guard on top but Maneno is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Maneno wants to stand up but DeVanzo is controlling him. #ES2#
Maneno manages to escape and get back to his feet.
DeVanzo misses with a takedown attempt
and Maneno counters with a nice body shot.
Donk. Maneno catches DeVanzo right on the button with a cross.
DeVanzo scores with a kick to the body.
DeVanzo throws a head kick but Maneno moves out of range.
Maneno connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed DeVanzo momentarily.
Maneno loads up on a big right hand but DeVanzo slips the punch.#T4#
DeVanzo looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
A lazy body kick from DeVanzo
and Maneno counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Maneno ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
A punch lands to the side of DeVanzo 's head but he takes it in his stride.
DeVanzo tries to land a body kick
and Maneno counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Maneno is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down DeVanzo rather than just go for the knockout.
Maneno throws an ugly left hook that misses
and DeVanzo counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
DeVanzo throws an overhand right that lands on Maneno's shoulder, as Maneno tries to avoid the shot.
Maneno digs a good body shot into DeVanzo's ribs.
DeVanzo scores with a kick to the midsection.
DeVanzo throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Maneno swings for the body but DeVanzo moves out of range.
A quick step to the side and DeVanzo tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Maneno swings and misses with a shot to the body
and DeVanzo counters with a nice uppercut.
Maneno jabs at DeVanzo's body.
Maneno lands a jab to DeVanzo's midsection.
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 Artie DeVanzo 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. This is the final round!
#R3#
DeVanzo moves out of range of the strikes.
Maneno throws a body punch but DeVanzo moves out of range.
DeVanzo is looking to counter punch.
DeVanzo connects with a solid leg kick.
Maneno swings for the body but DeVanzo moves out of range.
Maneno has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from DeVanzo.
Maneno scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Maneno throws a hook to the side of DeVanzo's head but DeVanzo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Good standup being displayed there by DeVanzo as he connects with a hook.
DeVanzo tries to land a front kick but Maneno steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
DeVanzo throws a head kick but Maneno moves out of range.
Maneno avoids the head kick by DeVanzo. #TD#
DeVanzo darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Maneno is trying to stand. #T1#
DeVanzo thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Maneno's head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Maneno tries to kick DeVanzo off but DeVanzo keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
DeVanzo controlling the pace.
Ground and pound from DeVanzo.
Maneno is trying to defend against the ground and pound but DeVanzo scores with a couple of nice shots.
Maneno is trying to defend against the ground and pound but DeVanzo scores with a couple of nice shots.
DeVanzo is looking to take a break and control but Maneno is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
DeVanzo prevents Maneno from standing back up. #T2#
DeVanzo is taking a breather. Maneno 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.
Maneno scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but DeVanzo manages to mount him!
DeVanzo looking to control and managing it successfully.
Maneno wants to get back to his feet.
DeVanzo looking to control and managing it successfully. #T3#
DeVanzo pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
DeVanzo controlling from mount.
DeVanzo'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.
Artie DeVanzo overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Maneno wants to try and get back to his feet.
DeVanzo lands a nice shot to the head.
Maneno is trying to get to the cage to help him get back to his feet. #T4#
DeVanzo controlling from mount.
Maneno's corner are shouting for him to stand up but that's bad cornering - how is he meant to stand up when he's mounted? He should be looking to improve his position on the ground before trying to stand back up.
DeVanzo controlling the position easily from mount.
DeVanzo is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Chiku Maneno has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Artie DeVanzo is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
DeVanzo tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.

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

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

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

Event: Syn 490 - Wayne v. Keosayan
Date: Dec 09, 2016

#R1#
A jab from DeVanzo finds it's way through Saibot's defenses.
DeVanzo scores with a push kick.
DeVanzo moves out of range as Saibot strikes.
DeVanzo scores with a decent looking hook.
DeVanzo lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Saibot at a distance.
DeVanzo uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Saibot.
Good leg kick by DeVanzo there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Saibot lands a right hook to the body.
DeVanzo tries to land a leg kick but Saibot saw it coming and moves away.
DeVanzo throws a low kick but it's checked well by Saibot.
Saibot misses with a body kick.
Saibot pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Saibot misses with an attempted mid kick.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Saibot crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from DeVanzo - the referee stops the clock and Saibot gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says DeVanzo. Saibot manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
DeVanzo looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Saibot loads up on a big right hand but DeVanzo slips the punch.
DeVanzo moves out of range of the leg kick from Saibot.#T1#
DeVanzo misses with a low kick.
A little jabbing left from Saibot on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
DeVanzo scores with a one two! Saibot had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
DeVanzo throws a quick inside leg kick.
DeVanzo is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
DeVanzo misses with a wild combination.
DeVanzo loads up on a big right hand but Saibot slips the punch.
Saibot looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Saibot steps to the side to avoid the strikes from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo misses with an attempted mid kick.
DeVanzo moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
DeVanzo buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
A solid body kick from Saibot.
Saibot throws a push kick but DeVanzo slaps the foot to one side.
Saibot blocks the body kick. #T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Saibot fakes high and swings low for a body shot but DeVanzo manages to avoid it.
DeVanzo displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Saibot throws out the jab.
DeVanzo looks to land a combination. Saibot sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Good exchange - DeVanzo coming out on top.
DeVanzo shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
DeVanzo pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Saibot throws a quick inside leg kick.
Saibot moves out of range of the strikes.
Saibot defending well as DeVanzo loads up on a big left hand.
Saibot pivots, looking for a leg kick but DeVanzo is out of range and Saibot settles back down.
Artie DeVanzo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
DeVanzo scores with a nice strike.
DeVanzo jabs at Saibot's body.
Saibot walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Saibot looks to land a body kick but DeVanzo moved away.#T3#
DeVanzo with a hook.
DeVanzo throws a hook but Saibot blocks it.
DeVanzo throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
DeVanzo throws a hook to the side of Saibot's head but Saibot sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nice takedown defense from Saibot. No joy for DeVanzo on that attempt.
DeVanzo misses with a low kick.
Saibot throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
DeVanzo misses with a low kick.
DeVanzo misses with a body shot.
Saibot throws a lazy body kick
and DeVanzo counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
DeVanzo delivers a nice body kick.
Saibot throws a leg kick
and DeVanzo counters with a nice uppercut.
Saibot throws a leg kick but DeVanzo sees it coming and moves out of range. #T4#
DeVanzo throws the kick towards the body but Saibot avoids it.
Saibot throws a body shot but no joy.
Noob Saibot is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
DeVanzo is looking to land body kicks.
Saibot misses with a body kick.
Saibot scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Saibot throws a body kick, spinning off balance#TD#
and DeVanzo counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
DeVanzo thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Saibot tries to get to full guard but DeVanzo has control of the leg.
Saibot is looking to control DeVanzo's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Saibot avoid being mounted?
DeVanzo seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Artie DeVanzo dominated that round.
That's time! DeVanzo's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Saibot is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by DeVanzo.
Saibot connects with a nice looking jab.
DeVanzo misses the body punch
and Saibot connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Artie DeVanzo is winning the standup battle so far.
A nice inside leg kick there by DeVanzo. That's going to slow Saibot down.
Saibot jabbing away but nothing is landing.
DeVanzo stuns Saibot with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
DeVanzo is looking to slow Saibot down with leg kicks.
Saibot lands a jab.
DeVanzo throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
DeVanzo tries to score with a low kick but Saibot moves his leg out of the way.
DeVanzo misses with the body kick
and Saibot counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Saibot throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent DeVanzo stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
DeVanzo misses with a lunging right hand
and Saibot counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#ROC2#
DeVanzo is rocked!
A looping hook to the body misses from Saibot. DeVanzo does a little dance to reset his feet.
Oh DeVanzo is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T1#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by DeVanzo.
DeVanzo seems to have got his legs back now.
Saibot's hands are dropping dangerously low here and DeVanzo connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Saibot scrambles back to his feet.
DeVanzo misses with a wild body shot.
DeVanzo dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
DeVanzo fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Saibot is out of range.
Saibot has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from DeVanzo.
Saibot tests DeVanzo's chin there with a solid looking shot.
DeVanzo scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut! #CUT#
It looks like Noob Saibot has been cut.
DeVanzo lands a really nice looking cross but Saibot seems unphased.
Saibot attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
DeVanzo tried to counter with a leg kick but Saibot avoided it.
DeVanzo is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T2#
DeVanzo gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Saibot counters with an inside leg kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
DeVanzo throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
DeVanzo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Saibot.
Saibot moves out of range as DeVanzo strikes.
Saibot ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
DeVanzo lands a nice looking body kick.
Saibot drops his hands momentarily and DeVanzo takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
DeVanzo is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Saibot can do to turn this around?
DeVanzo shoots for a takedown but Saibot saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
DeVanzo uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Saibot.
DeVanzo misses with a body shot.
DeVanzo scores with a sloppy right hand. Saibot should have avoided that one.
DeVanzo throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Saibot.
Saibot throws a jab when DeVanzo was well out of range.#T3#
DeVanzo buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Saibot's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Saibot ducks down and throws a hook to the body but DeVanzo moves away.
Saibot scores with a shot to the body.
Saibot moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Saibot on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
DeVanzo throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Saibot counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
DeVanzo throws a body kick that misses. #TD#
DeVanzo gets a double leg takedown into Saibot's guard.
DeVanzo trying to control but Saibot is working from the bottom.
DeVanzo being controlled here momentarily. #T4#
DeVanzo pushing down on Saibot's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Saibot keeping control of the position.
DeVanzo throwing shots but Saibot is blocking nicely.
Saibot trying to control from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Artie DeVanzo dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Noob Saibot'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.
#R3#
Saibot steps to the side to avoid the strikes from DeVanzo.
Saibot looks like he wants to counter punch here.
DeVanzo loads up on a big right hand but Saibot slips the punch.
DeVanzo throws a half hearted mid kick.
Saibot flicks out a counter leg kick but DeVanzo steps away.
DeVanzo throws the kick towards the body but Saibot avoids it.
DeVanzo fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Saibot avoids it really well and circles away.
DeVanzo wants to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DeVanzo moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
DeVanzo throws a leg kick that is checked
and Saibot counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T1#
DeVanzo misses with a hook to the body
and Saibot counters with a lovely straight right hand!
DeVanzo checks a leg kick.
DeVanzo tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Saibot defends well and DeVanzo ends up having to push Saibot into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Saibot stuffs the takedown attempt from DeVanzo. DeVanzo gets slowly back to his feet.
Saibot throws out a counter right but DeVanzo avoids it with no problem.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Artie DeVanzo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
DeVanzo bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Saibot is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Saibot tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
DeVanzo works Saibot's body with a nice hook.
DeVanzo feints and then cracks Saibot's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Saibot down.
DeVanzo misses with a jab, cross combination.
DeVanzo tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Saibot was well out of range. Poor timing from DeVanzo.#T2#
Saibot misses with a looping right.
DeVanzo takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Saibot throws a big shot that misses.
DeVanzo swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Saibot makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. DeVanzo really felt that one!
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
DeVanzo jabbing away but nothing is landing. #KD2#
Saibot cracks DeVanzo with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Saibot has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning DeVanzo to stand back up!
DeVanzo misses with a hook to the body
and Saibot counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Saibot lands a body shot.
DeVanzo ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
DeVanzo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
DeVanzo fails with the takedown#KD2#
and Saibot counters with a nice right hand that sends DeVanzo toppling to the canvas! DeVanzo scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Saibot finish him?!
Saibot weaves into range and cracks DeVanzo right on the temple with a beautiful overhand right! DeVanzo goes down! He's out cold! Wow, what a beautiful knockout! Saibot is strutting round the canvas like a movie star as the camera bulbs flash frantically.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Noob Saibot!
After winning the bout, Noob Saibot thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
In defeat, Artie DeVanzo stepped up to the mic, saying 'Hey, are we done here? 'Cause I'm losing my buzz. '.

Event: MFN 363
Date: Nov 27, 2016

#R1#
Hyde waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract DeVanzo.
DeVanzo tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
DeVanzo keeps Hyde at a distance using the push kick.
A slapping leg kick lands for Hyde.
Tito Hyde seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hyde tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Hyde has been working on his boxing with his coaches at GTi 888 in the buildup to the fight.
Hyde ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A combination from DeVanzo does no damage.
An inside leg kick from Hyde misses.
DeVanzo ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Hyde throws a body kick that misses.
Hyde wants to slow DeVanzo down by chopping away at his legs.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
DeVanzo connects with a nice looking jab.
DeVanzo takes a swing at Hyde's ribcage but misses.
DeVanzo has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
DeVanzo throws a nice inside leg kick.
Hyde scores with a nice head shot.
Hyde misses with a left hand
and DeVanzo counters with a straight right hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hyde throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Hyde with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling DeVanzo to score with a decent uppercut.
DeVanzo with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Hyde cracks the inside of DeVanzo's front leg.
Hyde 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.#T1#
Hyde pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Hyde looks to land a right hand but DeVanzo moved out of range.
DeVanzo drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Hyde defends it well.
DeVanzo tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A head kick from DeVanzo lands but Hyde takes it in his stride.
Hyde avoids a punch combination nicely.
Hyde misses with a body shot.
DeVanzo moves out of range as Hyde throws a body kick.
Hyde throws a head kick but DeVanzo moves out of range. #TD2#
DeVanzo drives through with a takedown into guard.
DeVanzo engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Hyde is trying to control the position but DeVanzo postures up. #T2#
DeVanzo keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Hyde's head.
DeVanzo won't allow Hyde to get back to his feet.
DeVanzo trying to control the position from guard on top but Hyde is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
DeVanzo might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Hyde haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Hyde wants to control but DeVanzo passes easily into half guard.
DeVanzo prevents Hyde from improving his position.
Hyde is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of DeVanzo's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take DeVanzo's back!#T3#
Hyde struggling to keep hold of the position.
DeVanzo is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
DeVanzo covering up well and avoiding damage.
DeVanzo is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Hyde throwing sloppy strikes.
Hyde throwing sloppy strikes. #T4#
Hyde trying to control.
DeVanzo turns into Hyde and is now in his guard.
Hyde pulls DeVanzo in close to his closed guard and prevents DeVanzo from doing any damage or advancing position.
Hyde is looking to sweep but instead, DeVanzo has passed into half guard.
Hyde trying to hold on to DeVanzo's head to control him but DeVanzo postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Artie DeVanzo 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#
DeVanzo scores with a crisp jab that stopped Hyde in his tracks.
Hyde looks to land a combination but DeVanzo avoids it well.
Some bone on bone action there as DeVanzo checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
DeVanzo dips to his left and cracks Hyde with an uppercut!
Hyde catches DeVanzo with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Decent striking displayed by DeVanzo there.
Hyde misses with a right hand
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Hyde throws a head kick that misses.
DeVanzo staying out of range there.
Hyde ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Hyde takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Hyde misses with a body shot.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
DeVanzo slips under a jab from Hyde.
Hyde misses with a series of wild punches.
DeVanzo throws the kick towards the body but Hyde avoids it.
DeVanzo throws a combination that misses
and Hyde counters with a slapping leg kick.
Hyde throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #T1#
Hyde loads up on a big right hand but DeVanzo slips the punch.
Hyde walks forward, straight into a front kick from DeVanzo.
Hyde throws a lazy head kick
and DeVanzo counters with a stiff right hand.
DeVanzo lands a jab to the head.
DeVanzo misses with a kick to the body.
DeVanzo closes the distance and lands a one-two.
DeVanzo tries to score with a low kick but Hyde moves his leg out of the way.
Hyde wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
DeVanzo lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Hyde throws a head kick that misses.
Hyde throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Hyde ducks down and throws a hook to the body but DeVanzo moves away.
DeVanzo scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hyde misses the jab.
Hyde misses with a wild body shot.
Hyde connects with a good right hand that stumbles DeVanzo. DeVanzo circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
DeVanzo defending well as Hyde loads up on a big left hand. #T2#
Hyde throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Hyde throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
DeVanzo slips under a jab.
A head kick misses from Hyde.
Hyde misses the shot to the body.
Hyde misses with a lunging right hand #TD2#
and DeVanzo counters with a single leg into guard. Hyde didn't expect that.
Hyde is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
DeVanzo throws a big right hand that misses.
DeVanzo throwing strikes from guard but Hyde blocks nicely.
DeVanzo stopping the sweep attempt from Hyde.
DeVanzo loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T3#
DeVanzo chips away with some ground and pound.
DeVanzo controls from within his opponent's guard.
Hyde not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Hyde slips under a jab.
As DeVanzo tries to get set, Hyde tries to push him back and clinch up but DeVanzo manages to avoid the attempt.
DeVanzo keeps the fight on the outside.
A swing and a miss from Hyde.
Hyde tries to land a front kick but DeVanzo steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Hyde slips under a jab.
DeVanzo turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
DeVanzo looks to land a body kick but Hyde moved away.
DeVanzo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Hyde.#T4#
Hyde takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Hyde lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
DeVanzo misses with a low kick.
DeVanzo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A solid leg kick lands there for Hyde.
Hyde throws a leg kick but DeVanzo sees it coming and moves out of range.
DeVanzo tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
DeVanzo connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
DeVanzo keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Hyde.#TD2#
DeVanzo fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Hyde to the ground. DeVanzo is now in Hyde's guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Hyde trying to keep a closed guard but DeVanzo is proving a slippery customer.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
DeVanzo engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Hyde working a defensive guard here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Artie DeVanzo will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Hyde misses with a hook. DeVanzo ducked under it nicely.
DeVanzo scores with a nice right hand.
Hyde throws a head kick but DeVanzo moves out of range.
Hyde throws a shot from downtown. DeVanzo moves away and avoids it.
DeVanzo fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Artie DeVanzo seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Hyde throws a low kick, looking for DeVanzo's leg but DeVanzo calmly moves out of range.
DeVanzo bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Hyde's head.
Hyde rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and DeVanzo counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Hyde tries to close the distance and clinch up but DeVanzo swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Some bone on bone action there as DeVanzo checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
DeVanzo bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
DeVanzo throws a body kick that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DeVanzo scoring well with a low kick there.
DeVanzo throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Hyde throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Hyde takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hyde scores with a leg kick.
Hyde connects with a solid leg kick. #T1#
Hyde misses with a straight left.
Hyde scores with a punch to the head.
Hyde is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Hyde looks to throw the jab but DeVanzo is out of range.
DeVanzo lands a nice looking kick to the body. Hyde takes a step back to recover.
DeVanzo throws a leg kick which misses Hyde's front leg but catches the back leg as Hyde tries to avoid it.
Hyde moves out of range of the body kick.
Hyde misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
DeVanzo misses with a hook. Hyde ducked under it nicely.
Hyde looks to score with a jab to the body but DeVanzo is just out of range.
Hyde throws a body punch but DeVanzo moves out of range.
A jab from DeVanzo finds it's way through Hyde's defenses.
Hyde misses with a wild body shot.
DeVanzo avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
DeVanzo is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Hyde lands a nice looking body shot.
DeVanzo defending well as Hyde loads up on a big left hand.
Hyde thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tito Hyde has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
DeVanzo misses the jab.
Hyde wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
DeVanzo is looking to chop away at Hyde's legs.
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!
DeVanzo misses with an attempted mid kick.
It looked like Hyde wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Hyde fakes a jab and throws a low kick but DeVanzo checks it well.
Hyde blocks a head kick by DeVanzo.
DeVanzo lands with a right hand.
Hyde checks a low kick from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo misses with a hook. Hyde ducked under it nicely.
DeVanzo stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
DeVanzo looking to land some kicks to the body here.
DeVanzo lands a nice leg kick that just misses Hyde's sensitive parts.
DeVanzo on the wrong end of a nice jab.
DeVanzo feints and then cracks Hyde's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Hyde down.
Tito Hyde is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Hyde misses with a wild body shot.
Hyde walks into a straight right hand from DeVanzo.
Hyde lands a nice looking body kick.#TD2#
DeVanzo fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Hyde to the ground. DeVanzo is now in Hyde's guard.#T3#
DeVanzo is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Hyde wants to get back to his feet but DeVanzo is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Hyde working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from DeVanzo.
Hyde is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
DeVanzo wants to control from the top but Hyde keeps moving.
DeVanzo sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Hyde's guard. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
DeVanzo sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Hyde wants to get back to his feet. #SUB#
DeVanzo moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Hyde.
Hyde tries to escape but DeVanzo is in control.

And that's the end of the fight!
Artie DeVanzo comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well DeVanzo 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: MFN 360
Date: Nov 09, 2016

#R1#
Helgi throws a jab but it's blocked by DeVanzo.
DeVanzo tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Helgi manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A little feinted left hand from Helgi on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
DeVanzo is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Helgi seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
A jab from Helgi does it's job there.
DeVanzo tries to clinch but Helgi is having none of it.
Helgi bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps DeVanzo's head backwards.
DeVanzo ducks under a wild hook from Helgi.#TD2#
Helgi gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
DeVanzo controlling from the top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Helgi is looking to sweep but instead, DeVanzo has passed into half guard. #T1#
Helgi wants to get back to his feet.
Helgi is looking for a sweep. DeVanzo is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Helgi is trying to stand up here but DeVanzo is controlling him well.
DeVanzo prevents Helgi from improving his position.
DeVanzo wants to take a breather but Helgi is having none of it.
Helgi is trying to stand back up but DeVanzo is controlling him
Helgi is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Helgi pushes DeVanzo off looking to stand but DeVanzo dives back in and keeps control. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
DeVanzo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Helgi moves away.
Helgi paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Helgi keeps the fight on the outside.
DeVanzo looks to clinch
and Helgi connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
DeVanzo tries to clinch
and Helgi counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Helgi with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Helgi slips under a jab.
Helgi tried to counter with a leg kick but DeVanzo avoided it.
DeVanzo takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK. #CL2#
DeVanzo moves into the clinch successfully.
Helgi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Helgi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A short right from DeVanzo on the inside. #CUT2#
It looks like Bjorn Helgi has been cut.#T3#
Helgi gets through DeVanzo's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
DeVanzo throws a punch but it's blocked by Helgi.
DeVanzo misses with a body punch.
DeVanzo lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
DeVanzo slows down the pace here.
DeVanzo tries a body shot but Helgi blocks it.
Helgi works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
DeVanzo blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
DeVanzo lands a body punch in the clinch.
Helgi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch on the inside from Helgi fails to land.
Helgi blocks an elbow strike from DeVanzo.
Helgi misses with a hook to the ribs.
DeVanzo blocks a body shot from Helgi.
Knees in the clinch landing for DeVanzo.
Helgi blocks the elbow strike.
Helgi can't find room to land a body shot as DeVanzo controls the action. #T4#
DeVanzo has a couple of punches blocked by Helgi.
DeVanzo lands with a right to the head.
DeVanzo lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
DeVanzo is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Helgi is defending well for now.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Helgi misses with a hook to the ribs.
Helgi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
DeVanzo throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Helgis head.
Helgi working aggressively here.
Helgi is trying to break the clinch but DeVanzo has him pressed against the cage.
Helgi on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
DeVanzo pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, DeVanzo creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Helgi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Helgi lands with a light punch inside.
DeVanzo can't find room to land a body shot as Helgi controls the action.
Helgi tried to land a shot to the body but connects with DeVanzo's elbow.
DeVanzo throws a head punch that misses.
Helgi is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Helgi on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Artie DeVanzo will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Bjorn Helgi's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2##CL2#
DeVanzo moves into the clinch successfully.
Helgi misses with some punches.
DeVanzo misses with a body punch.
A short right from DeVanzo on the inside.
Helgi misses with a body punch.
DeVanzo lands with a left to the head.
DeVanzo lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
DeVanzo misses with a punch to the body.
DeVanzo tries to work over Helgi's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
DeVanzo lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Helgi backwards.
A head punch on the inside from DeVanzo fails to land.
Helgi misses with a hook to the ribs.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for DeVanzo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A right handed body shot lands from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo is leaning against Helgi and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Helgi misses with a body punch.
Helgi blocking some punches.
Helgi misses with the head strike.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Helgi. #T1#
Helgi working aggressively here.
DeVanzo misses with a short punch on the inside.
DeVanzo misses with a hook to the ribs.
DeVanzo swings wildly with an uppercut but Helgi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Helgi struggles to land a body shot inside as DeVanzo controls his hands.
DeVanzo misses with some punches.
Helgi lands a body shot in the clinch.
DeVanzo swings wildly with an uppercut but Helgi uses good head movement to avoid it.
DeVanzo throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Helgis head.
Helgi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Helgi.
DeVanzo goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
DeVanzo stalling against the cage. #BC#
Helgi's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
DeVanzo takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders. #T2#
Helgi misses with a body shot.
DeVanzo misses with a takedown attempt - Helgi sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Helgi keeps the fight on the outside.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Helgi misses with a punch to the body.
Helgi blocking some punches.
Helgi tries a body shot but DeVanzo blocks it.
Helgi throws a blind hook that connects with the side of DeVanzos head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
DeVanzo tries a body shot but Helgi blocks it.
DeVanzo tries to land knees in the clinch but Helgi avoids the damage to the body.
Helgi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
DeVanzo presses Helgi against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Helgi tries to break the clinch but DeVanzo is controlling the position.
DeVanzo misses with a body punch.
DeVanzo swings wildly with an uppercut but Helgi uses good head movement to avoid it. #T3#
DeVanzo working aggressively here.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo throws a punch but it's blocked by Helgi.
DeVanzo tries to work over Helgi's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Helgi blocks a body shot from DeVanzo.
Helgi can't break the clinch.
Helgi stalling in the clinch but DeVanzo improves position.
Artie DeVanzo seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
DeVanzo wants to stall.
A short uppercut from DeVanzo.
Helgi throws a punch but it's blocked by DeVanzo.
A quick uppercut on the inside from DeVanzo.
Helgi misses with a short punch on the inside.
Helgi throws a punch but it's blocked by DeVanzo.
DeVanzo misses with a shot to the kidneys.
DeVanzo lands with a short punch from the clinch.
DeVanzo throws an elbow but it misses. #T4#
Helgi misses with a body punch.
DeVanzo is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Helgi gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Helgi is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Helgi lands a nice uppercut.
Nice body punch from DeVanzo - that landed with a thud.
DeVanzo misses with some punches.
Helgi tried to land a shot to the body but connects with DeVanzo's elbow.
DeVanzo fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
DeVanzo has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Helgi lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Helgi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A hook to the body from Helgi.
DeVanzo swings away with an uppercut that misses.
DeVanzo misses with a body punch.
Helgi lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of DeVanzo backwards.
DeVanzo working aggressively here.
DeVanzo tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Helgi's elbow.
DeVanzo misses with an elbow over the top.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Artie DeVanzo showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Bjorn Helgi's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
DeVanzo tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Helgi was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Helgi throws an ugly left hook that misses
and DeVanzo counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CL2#
DeVanzo moves into the clinch successfully.
Helgi blocking some punches.
DeVanzo landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Helgi misses with a short punch on the inside.
Helgi gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
DeVanzo tries a knee to the head but Helgi blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DeVanzo has a couple of punches blocked by Helgi. #BC#
Helgi breaks the clinch.
Bjorn Helgi is winning the standup battle so far.
Helgi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but DeVanzo moves away.
DeVanzo closes the distance looking to clinch
enabling Helgi to counter with a crisp jab. #T1#
DeVanzo tries to clinch but fails miserably
enabling Helgi to counter with a crisp jab.
Nice jab there from Helgi.
Both fighters circling a little - DeVanzo finishes the exchange with a kick to the body. #CL2#
DeVanzo fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Helgi, pushing him back against the cage.
Still in the clinch, DeVanzo scores with a nice short uppercut.
Helgi blocks a body shot from DeVanzo.
Helgi throws a blind hook that connects with the side of DeVanzos head.
DeVanzo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
DeVanzo being controlled against the cage.
DeVanzo scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Helgi softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Helgi takes a shot to the 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!
DeVanzo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Bjorn Helgi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
DeVanzo lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Helgi tries a body shot but DeVanzo blocks it.
Helgi misses with a punch to the body.
A head punch on the inside from DeVanzo fails to land.
DeVanzo can't find room to land a body shot as Helgi controls the action.
DeVanzo works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
A short body shot lands from Helgi as the two fighters clinch.
DeVanzo blocks an uppercut.
Helgi blocks an elbow strike.
Helgi swings wildly with an uppercut but DeVanzo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Helgi lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of DeVanzo backwards.
Helgi misses with a punch to the body.
Come on DeVanzo - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. DeVanzo obliges.
Helgi tried to land a shot to the body but connects with DeVanzo's elbow.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for DeVanzo. #T3#
Helgi blocks a body shot from DeVanzo.
Helgi misses with a punch to the body.
DeVanzo tries to throw a body punch but Helgi avoids it by throwing DeVanzo back against the cage.
DeVanzo lands a shoulder strike.
Helgi lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of DeVanzo backwards.
Helgi struggles to land a body shot inside as DeVanzo controls his hands.
DeVanzo lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A bit of stalling here from Helgi.
Helgi on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
DeVanzo is trying to maintain a safe position but Helgi gets an underhook and turns DeVanzo into the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Helgi fails to land.
Still in the clinch, DeVanzo scores with a nice short uppercut.
Helgi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
DeVanzo misses with the head strike.
DeVanzo lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
DeVanzo swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A short uppercut from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo struggles to land a body shot inside as Helgi controls his hands. #T4#
DeVanzo lands with a right to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Helgi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
DeVanzo misses with some punches.
DeVanzo can't find room to land a body shot as Helgi controls the action.
DeVanzo tries to throw a body punch but Helgi avoids it by throwing DeVanzo back against the cage.
Helgi lands a hook to the side of the head.
Helgi is pushing DeVanzo up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
DeVanzo's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
DeVanzo tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
DeVanzo misses with some punches.
DeVanzo stalling in the clinch but Helgi improves position.
DeVanzo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Helgi misses with a hook to the ribs.
DeVanzo pushes Helgi back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
DeVanzo lands a left hand.
Artie DeVanzo is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#ROC2#
Helgi is rocked!
DeVanzo tries to throw a body punch but Helgi avoids it by throwing DeVanzo back against the cage.
Oh Helgi is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Helgi can't find room to land a body shot as DeVanzo controls the action.

And that's the end of the fight!
Artie DeVanzo comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got DeVanzo 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: MFN 355
Date: Oct 19, 2016

#R1##TD#
Rousey fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging DeVanzo to the ground. Rousey is now in DeVanzo's guard.
DeVanzo managing to control the position.
Rousey trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Rousey is working hard here to advance position.
Rousey wants to control from the top but DeVanzo keeps moving.
Rousey is really struggling to control DeVanzo but he's trying to hold on to the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DeVanzo is controlling Rousey's posture.
DeVanzo is continuing to stall.#T1#
Rousey wants to control from the top but DeVanzo keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Rousey throws a body shot but no joy.
DeVanzo let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
DeVanzo tries a low kick but Rousey avoids it.
Rousey tries to counter with a takedown but DeVanzo is quick to defend against it.
DeVanzo finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt. #CL2#
DeVanzo rushes Rousey and presses him up against the cage.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that DeVanzo has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
DeVanzo tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Rousey avoids it.#BC#
Rousey pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Rousey misses with a right hand
and DeVanzo counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Rousey looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
A head kick misses from Rousey. #T2#
A looping hook to the body misses from DeVanzo. Rousey does a little dance to reset his feet.
Rousey feinted with a counter takedown.
DeVanzo misses with a low kick.
Rousey uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by DeVanzo.
Rousey throws a head kick but DeVanzo moves out of range.
Rousey gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Rousey throws a hook to the side of DeVanzo's head but DeVanzo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from DeVanzo! But no joy.
DeVanzo looks to land a body kick but Rousey moved away.
DeVanzo throws a hook but Rousey avoids it easily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rousey walks into a left hand. #CUT2#
It looks like Ronald Rousey has been cut.
Rousey is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by DeVanzo.
DeVanzo is looking to clinch.
Rousey swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nice sprawl there from Rousey as DeVanzo shoots in.#T3#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Rousey.
Rousey scores with a hook.
DeVanzo cracks the inside of Rousey's front leg.
DeVanzo defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Rousey.
Rousey throws a big shot that misses.
DeVanzo swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Rousey has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Rousey there as he acknowledges the shot.
Rousey shoots for a takedown but DeVanzo saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ronald Rousey. That's going to take a lot out of him.
DeVanzo scores with a hook to the body. Rousey takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
A slapping body kick lands there for DeVanzo.
Rousey is breathing heavily.
Good leg kick by DeVanzo there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Rousey checks a leg kick nicely.
Rousey feinted with a counter takedown.#T4#
DeVanzo takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Rousey 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!
DeVanzo looks to clinch #TD#
and Rousey counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Rousey with a flurry of punches that miss.
Rousey won't allow DeVanzo to sweep him here.
Rousey postures up in DeVanzo's guard and throws a big left but DeVanzo blocks it.
DeVanzo keeping moving, preventing Rousey from controlling successfully.
Rousey pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. DeVanzo is keeping the position for now.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Artie DeVanzo will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Ronald Rousey's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Rousey moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Rousey looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#CL2#
DeVanzo clinches up with Rousey and pushes him back against the cage.
Rousey misses with the head strike.
DeVanzo lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Rousey blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short left from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo blocks an uppercut.
Rousey tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
DeVanzo gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
DeVanzo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A short uppercut from Rousey.
Rousey blocking some punches.
DeVanzo comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
DeVanzo slowing the pace effectively.
A short right hand to the side of the head by DeVanzo.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rousey struggles to land a body shot inside as DeVanzo controls his hands.
Rousey has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. DeVanzo avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
DeVanzo misses with a punch to the body. #T1#
Rousey lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Rousey managing to block the knees to the body from DeVanzo. #TD#
Rousey successfully pulls guard. #SUB#
Rousey looking for a guillotine here but DeVanzo defends easily.
DeVanzo with a flurry of punches that miss.
DeVanzo has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
DeVanzo is pushing down on Rousey's leg trying to pass to half guard. Rousey is fighting to maintain full guard but DeVanzo has managed to sneak the leg through.
Rousey trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Rousey wants to control but DeVanzo is having none of it.#T2#
DeVanzo working Rousey over with strikes here.
DeVanzo cracks Rousey with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
DeVanzo lands a nice shot to the head.
DeVanzo scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Rousey?
DeVanzo with good strikes from the mount here!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rousey is in a horrible position here. DeVanzo smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Rousey tries to hold on but DeVanzo pushes him away.
The referee warns Rousey that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head. #T3#
DeVanzo content just to control the position here.
DeVanzo with shots to the head and body - Rousey looks very uncomfortable down there. #ROC2#
Rousey is rocked!
DeVanzo breaks from Rousey's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Oh Rousey is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
DeVanzo scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Rousey?
Rousey slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
DeVanzo performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Rousey seems to have got his legs back now.
Rousey is looking for a sweep. DeVanzo is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T4#
DeVanzo slows the pace down in half guard.
Rousey tries to get to full guard but DeVanzo has control of the leg.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Artie DeVanzo showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Ronald Rousey's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
DeVanzo throws a body shot but no joy.
DeVanzo keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
DeVanzo thumps Rousey with a low kick.
A punch lands to the side of Rousey 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Rousey dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on DeVanzo. That did some damage!
Rousey avoids a kick to the body.
Rousey half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#TD#
Rousey closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming DeVanzo to the mat! DeVanzo manages to get full guard.
Rousey stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. DeVanzo swivels though and keeps the full guard.
DeVanzo wants to sweep but no luck.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DeVanzo manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Rousey manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
DeVanzo wants to pass the guard but Rousey is keeping the position.#T1#
DeVanzo trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Rousey working a defensive guard here.
Rousey looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
DeVanzo trying to control but Rousey is working from the bottom.
Rousey looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Rousey working for a triangle but DeVanzo defends it easily. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Rousey wants to control but DeVanzo passes easily into half guard.
Ground and pound from DeVanzo.
Nice strikes from DeVanzo there.
Rousey tries to roll over but DeVanzo keeps him under control.
DeVanzo is looking to advance position but Rousey won't allow it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
DeVanzo working the head and body with strikes.
DeVanzo prevents Rousey from improving his position.
DeVanzo with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Ronald Rousey 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.
DeVanzo is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
DeVanzo controlling from mount.
DeVanzo trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T4#
DeVanzo landing punches.
Rousey tries to hold on but DeVanzo postures up.
DeVanzo scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Rousey?
Rousey keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Artie DeVanzo is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Artie DeVanzo has got the better of the ground game so far.
Rousey flailing away with punches but nothing is landing.

And that's the end of the fight!
Artie DeVanzo comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well DeVanzo 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Artie DeVanzo!
A very excited looking Artie DeVanzo 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.
Ronald Rousey was interviewed post fight and said 'My hat's off to my opponent. He fought a great fight and won fair and square. I'm glad we were able to put on an exciting fight for you fans. Give it up, people!'.

Event: MFN 351
Date: Oct 05, 2016

#R1#
A low kick from DeVanzo is predictable there
and Nowacki counters with a slapping leg kick.
DeVanzo sizes up Nowacki with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Nowacki tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Nowacki blocks the body kick.
Nowacki tries to clinch but DeVanzo moves away
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
DeVanzo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #CL#
Nowacki gets tackled into the cage by DeVanzo. DeVanzo maintains the clinch.
Nice elbow from Nowacki.
Nowacki blocking some punches.
DeVanzo blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Nowacki trying to land knees to the body.
Nowacki lands an elbow just above DeVanzo 's eye.
Nowacki wants to break the clinch but can't.
DeVanzo blocks an uppercut.
DeVanzo digs a right hand into Nowacki's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Nowacki's gas tank.
Nowacki lands an uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
DeVanzo goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Nowacki lands a nice elbow. #T1#
Nowacki is leaning against DeVanzo and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
DeVanzo goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A right handed body shot lands from Nowacki.
DeVanzo trying to land knees to the body.
Nowacki lands an elbow that stopped DeVanzo in his tracks for a moment.
Nowacki blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Nowacki lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down DeVanzo.
DeVanzo is breathing heavily.
Nowacki lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Nowacki is working DeVanzo over against the cage.
Nowacki blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Nowacki throws an elbow that misses.
Nowacki blocking some punches.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Nowacki.
DeVanzo misses with a hook from the clinch.
Nowacki lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
DeVanzo avoids the elbow strike from Nowacki, against the cage.
DeVanzo can't find room to land a body shot as Nowacki controls the action.
DeVanzo throws a head punch that misses.
DeVanzo has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Nowacki scores with an uppercut up the middle.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
DeVanzo blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Nowacki lands an elbow inside. #CUT2#
It looks like Artie DeVanzo has been cut.#T2#
DeVanzo throws a head punch that misses.
DeVanzo has a couple of punches blocked by Nowacki.
A head punch blocked on the inside by DeVanzo.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Nowacki takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Nowacki scores with a nice hook to the head.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by DeVanzo as Nowacki tries to tie him up.
Nowacki throws an elbow but it's blocked.
DeVanzo blocks an elbow strike from Nowacki.
Nowacki scores with a shoulder strike.
DeVanzo fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Nowacki blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
DeVanzo fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
DeVanzo blocks an elbow strike from Nowacki.
Nowacki throws a head punch that misses.
Nowacki tries to work over DeVanzo's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A short right from Nowacki.
DeVanzo creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Nowacki's defenses.
Nowacki lands a damaging elbow.
DeVanzo tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T3#
Nowacki pushes off an throws an elbow but DeVanzo leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Nowacki lands a nice shot to the body.
DeVanzo stalling in the clinch but Nowacki improves position.
Nowacki lands a hook to the side of the head.
DeVanzo takes an elbow to the forehead.
Nowacki misses with a punch on the inside.
Nowacki is stalling here.
DeVanzo misses with a body punch.
DeVanzo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
DeVanzo misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nowacki lands a nice elbow.
Nowacki lands a nice shot to the body.
Nowacki lands an elbow inside that DeVanzo shrugs off.
Nowacki throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
DeVanzo working aggressively here.
DeVanzo can't find room to land a body shot as Nowacki controls the action.
Nowacki lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Nowacki throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Nowacki lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nowacki swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T4#
DeVanzo swings wildly with an uppercut but Nowacki uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nowacki misses with an elbow over the top.
A right hook to the body lands for Nowacki.
A right handed body shot lands from Nowacki.
DeVanzo trying to control the position but instead, Nowacki has worked for underhooks and has pushed DeVanzo into the cage.
Nowacki working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Nowacki lands with a light punch inside.
Nowacki putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has DeVanzo in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Nowacki managing to block the knees to the body from DeVanzo.
Still in the clinch, Nowacki scores with a nice short uppercut.#ROC2#
DeVanzo is rocked!
Nowacki lands with a short shot to the head.
Oh DeVanzo is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Nowacki doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Nowacki tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nowacki scores with a shoulder strike.
DeVanzo blocks a body shot from Nowacki.
Nowacki tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Nowacki blocks an elbow strike.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Herkules Nowacki dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Artie DeVanzo's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Nowacki throws a shot from downtown. DeVanzo moves away and avoids it.
DeVanzo seems to have got his legs back now.
DeVanzo throws a left and a right that both miss #KD2#
and Nowacki counters with a nice right hand that sends DeVanzo toppling to the canvas! DeVanzo scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Nowacki finish him?!
Nice defenses there by Nowacki.
Nowacki swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Nowacki throws a low kick, looking for DeVanzo's leg but DeVanzo calmly moves out of range.
Nowacki takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Herkules Nowacki seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A big right from DeVanzo misses.
Nowacki looks to land a right hand but DeVanzo moved out of range.
A leg kick checked by Nowacki.
Nowacki avoids a kick to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nowacki throws out a loose jab but DeVanzo uses good head movement to avoid it.
A slow jab from Nowacki misses its intended target.
DeVanzo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
DeVanzo throws a body shot but no joy. #T1#
DeVanzo misses the body punch
and Nowacki counters with a nice body kick.
DeVanzo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nowacki thumps DeVanzo with a low kick.
DeVanzo throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Nowacki looks to land a combination but DeVanzo avoids it well.
DeVanzo throwing a counter right hand but Nowacki manages to avoid it.
Left hook, right uppercut from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo throws a combination that misses
and Nowacki comes in over the top with a devastating right hand! DeVanzo stumbles back against the cage, looking to regain his senses but Nowacki is on him like rabid pit bull! DeVanzo slumps to the ground under a storm of punches and this fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:35 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Herkules Nowacki!
After winning the bout, Herkules Nowacki thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
In defeat, Artie DeVanzo stepped up to the mic, saying 'Hey, are we done here? 'Cause I'm losing my buzz. '.

Event: CEC 470
Date: Sep 09, 2016

#R1#
Decent striking displayed by DeVanzo there.
DeVanzo is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Marsden.
Marsden jabs DeVanzo to the body, keeping him at a distance.
DeVanzo will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
We've been hearing reports that DeVanzo has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Marsden looks to score with a jab to the body but DeVanzo is just out of range.
DeVanzo misses with a looping left.
DeVanzo moves out of range of the strikes.
DeVanzo bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Marsden's head backwards.
A big left from Marsden misses.
Marsden throws a leg kick but DeVanzo checks it.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Marsden.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
DeVanzo drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
DeVanzo preventing the sweep.
DeVanzo lands a couple of elbows.
Marsden looking to hit a scissor sweep but DeVanzo is one step ahead there. #T1##SUB2#
Marsden throws his legs up looking for a submission but DeVanzo uses it to pass to side control.
Marsden is working to avoid the ground and pound but DeVanzo connects with a decent elbow.
Marsden manages to work his way to half guard, despite DeVanzo's best efforts.
DeVanzo keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Marsden is trying to get back to full guard.
Marsden is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
DeVanzo looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
DeVanzo seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Marsden does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T2##SUB2#
Marsden looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Marsden is trying to defend against the ground and pound but DeVanzo scores with a couple of nice shots.
Ground and pound from DeVanzo.
Marsden is looking for a sweep. DeVanzo is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Marsden looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Marsden is looking to improve his position.
Marsden wants to get back to full guard but DeVanzo has passed into side control.#T3#
Marsden gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Marsden wants to improve his position but DeVanzo is controlling well.
DeVanzo working Marsden over with strikes.
Marsden makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Marsden.
Marsden looking for a sweep. Not yet Marsden, not yet.
Marsden keeping moving, preventing DeVanzo from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Marsden is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. DeVanzo is aware though and is defending well.#T4#
DeVanzo showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB2#
Marsden is looking for a triangle here but DeVanzo uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Marsden tries to buck DeVanzo off but DeVanzo is having none of it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Marsden takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Marsden tries to get back to half guard but can't.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Artie DeVanzo dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Marsden fails with the takedown.
A little feinted left hand from DeVanzo on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
DeVanzo throws a body kick that misses #TD2#
so Marsden counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Marsden wants to pass the guard but DeVanzo is keeping the position.
Marsden stopping the sweep attempt from DeVanzo.
Marsden is looking to work some ground and pound but DeVanzo has wrist control.
Marsden loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
DeVanzo pulls Marsden in close to prevent any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marsden throws a strike but DeVanzo rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR##T1#
DeVanzo scoring with punches to the head and body.
DeVanzo landing some decent shots from guard.
DeVanzo trying to control the position from guard on top but Marsden is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Marsden working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because DeVanzo has passed into half guard!
Marsden tries to get to full guard but DeVanzo has control of the leg.
DeVanzo controlling the action here. #T2#
DeVanzo continues to stall.
Marsden slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB2#
Marsden looking for submissions from the bottom but instead DeVanzo passes into half guard.
Marsden wants to improve his position but DeVanzo is controlling well. #T3##SUB2#
Marsden looking for subs from the bottom but DeVanzo mounts him!
DeVanzo landing strikes from the mount and Marsden is in trouble!
DeVanzo with the ground and pound from mount.
Marsden working to try and regain half guard.
Marsden taking shots to the head.
Marsden is wriggling around trying to escape. #T4#
DeVanzo trying to control but Marsden is having none of it.
Marsden regains half guard.
Marsden tries to regain full guard. Instead though, DeVanzo has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
DeVanzo connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
DeVanzo prevents Marsden from getting the reversal.
Marsden 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.
DeVanzo with the ground and pound from mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Artie DeVanzo dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Marsden will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
An attempted straight right counter from DeVanzo misses the target.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Marsden. #TD#
Marsden gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Marsden manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. DeVanzo manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Marsden throws a strike but DeVanzo rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Marsden looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but DeVanzo puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marsden tries to get to full guard but DeVanzo has control of the leg.
DeVanzo sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T1#
Marsden is looking for a sweep. DeVanzo is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Marsden actively working from the bottom here.
DeVanzo works his foot free and advances to mount.
Marsden is squirming around, avoiding DeVanzo's attempts to control the action.
Marsden is desperately trying to improve his position but DeVanzo has a good base and remains in mount.#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.
DeVanzo is landing with some decent strikes but Marsden is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
DeVanzo lands a big shot there that rocks Marsden but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Marsden can't escape the position.
DeVanzo tries to control but Marsden wriggling away.
DeVanzo takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Marsden is looking to improve his position but DeVanzo isn't that keen on the idea.
DeVanzo looking to control but Marsden is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T3#
Marsden is wriggling around trying to escape.
DeVanzo cracks Marsden with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Marsden regains half guard.
DeVanzo trying to control the action but Marsden is working from the bottom.
Brandon Marsden has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB2#
Marsden actively working from the bottom here.
Marsden is not content to let DeVanzo control the position.#T4#
Marsden manages to get to full guard.
Artie DeVanzo overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB2#
Marsden has an active guard here but DeVanzo has managed to pass into half guard. #SUB2#
Marsden has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, DeVanzo escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by DeVanzo!
DeVanzo trying to control the action but Marsden is working from the bottom.

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

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Artie DeVanzo!
Artie DeVanzo decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
Brandon Marsden spoke after the fight, saying 'I didn't lose that fight in my mind. True victory is to give all of yourself, without regret. '.

Event: CEC 464
Date: Aug 12, 2016

#R1#
DeVanzo tries a head kick but it misses.
Spectre scores with a crisp jab that stopped DeVanzo in his tracks.
DeVanzo looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Spectre thuds a left hand into DeVanzo's body.
Spectre lands a nice hook to DeVanzo's body. DeVanzo takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Spectre connects with a right hand. DeVanzo shakes it off.
Spectre looks to land a right hand but DeVanzo moved out of range.
Spectre throws a sloppy body shot
and DeVanzo counters with a series of strikes. Spectre will be more careful next time no doubt.
Spectre swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
enabling DeVanzo to counter with a crisp jab.
DeVanzo lands a really nice looking cross but Spectre seems unphased.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Spectre misses with an uppercut. DeVanzo saw that one coming.
Spectre misses with a telegraphed body shot
and DeVanzo counters with an outside leg kick.
DeVanzo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
DeVanzo ducks right into an uppercut from Spectre.
A looping hook to the body misses from Spectre. DeVanzo does a little dance to reset his feet.
A slow jab from DeVanzo misses its intended target. #T1##CL#
DeVanzo closes the distance and pushes Spectre back into the cage.
A shot in the inside from Spectre.
Spectre lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
DeVanzo makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#BC2#
Spectre breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
DeVanzo swings away with a body shot that misses
and Spectre counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Spectre cracks DeVanzo with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Spectre with a hook.
Spectre lands a jab to DeVanzo's midsection.#CL#
DeVanzo has Spectre up against the cage in a clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A nice left hand lands by DeVanzo.
Spectre avoiding damage as DeVanzo throws knees to the body.
DeVanzo misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Spectre has a couple of punches blocked by DeVanzo.
Spectre blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
DeVanzo misses with a short punch on the inside.
DeVanzo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T2#
DeVanzo lands with a right to the head.
DeVanzo tries to work over Spectre's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Spectre swings away with an uppercut that misses.
DeVanzo creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Spectre has a couple of punches blocked by DeVanzo.
Spectre managing to block the knees to the body from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo pushes Spectre back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
DeVanzo works on Spectre's body with a couple of short punches.
DeVanzo misses with a punch on the inside.
DeVanzo prevents a body shot from Spectre.
Spectre has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
DeVanzo lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
DeVanzo misses with some punches. #BC2#
Spectre escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A slow jab from Spectre misses its intended target.
DeVanzo swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Spectre fails to land with a series of punches.
A counter left hand to the body from DeVanzo misses its target.
Spectre with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Spectre misses with a telegraphed body shot
and DeVanzo counters with a two punch combo. #T3#
Decent striking displayed by Spectre there.
Jab from Spectre.
Spectre is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! DeVanzo had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
DeVanzo scoring well with a low kick there.
Spectre misses with a hook
and DeVanzo counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
DeVanzo looks to land a left hand but Spectre moved out of range nicely.
Spectre slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Spectre misses with a body punch
and DeVanzo counters with a lovely straight right hand!
DeVanzo moves in looking to clinch but Spectre pushes him off.#TD#
Spectre gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows DeVanzo to score an easy takedown into full guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
DeVanzo slips nicely into half guard.#T4#
Ground and pound from DeVanzo.
Spectre trying to control but DeVanzo postures up.
DeVanzo tries to pass the half guard into mount. Spectre knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB2#
Spectre actively working from the bottom here.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Spectre is trying to maintain the position but DeVanzo is very close to passing his half guard.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Spectre gets full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Artie DeVanzo dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Spectre misses with a hook. DeVanzo ducked under it nicely.
DeVanzo lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
DeVanzo walks into a straight right hand from Spectre.
DeVanzo feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Spectres jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Spectre swings and misses with a shot to the body
and DeVanzo counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
DeVanzo takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Spectre bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of DeVanzo's head.
DeVanzo lands a leg kick that knocks Spectre off balance momentarily.
Spectre 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.
DeVanzo takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
DeVanzo misses with a straight right.
Serge Spectre seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Spectre steps to the side to avoid the strikes from DeVanzo.
Spectre wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
DeVanzo takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Serge Spectre seems to be getting the better of the standup.
DeVanzo misses with the body kick#TD2#
and Spectre counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #T1#
Spectre tries to free his leg and advance position but DeVanzo is retaining full guard.
Spectre throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as DeVanzo works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
DeVanzo keeping moving, preventing Spectre from controlling successfully.
DeVanzo controls Spectre momentarily but Spectre frees himself.
Spectre throws an elbow that misses. DeVanzo uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Spectre's guard. Nice move by DeVanzo!#REVR#
Spectre wants to sweep here but DeVanzo controlling him for the moment. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Spectre manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. DeVanzo manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Spectre wants to pass the guard but DeVanzo is keeping the position.
Spectre throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as DeVanzo works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Spectre throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as DeVanzo works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Spectre tries to free his leg and advance position but DeVanzo is retaining full guard. #T3#
DeVanzo keeping moving, preventing Spectre from controlling successfully.
Spectre postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Spectre postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Spectre loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
DeVanzo utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
DeVanzo displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Spectre throws out the jab.
DeVanzo staying out of range there.
DeVanzo swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Spectre misses the jab.
An attempted straight right counter from DeVanzo misses the target.
DeVanzo takes one on the button.#T4#
DeVanzo uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Spectre.
DeVanzo is looking to counter punch.
DeVanzo throws a looping overhand right but Spectre ducks down to avoid it.
DeVanzo moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Spectre lands a jab to the nose.
Spectre has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
A jab from Spectre misses.
DeVanzo lands a body shot.
A slapping leg kick lands for DeVanzo.
Good leg kick by DeVanzo there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
DeVanzo takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
DeVanzo throws a leg kick but Spectre sees it coming and moves out of range. #TD2#
Spectre changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. DeVanzo looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
DeVanzo tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Spectre wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
DeVanzo wants to control but Spectre postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Serge Spectre showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
DeVanzo keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Spectre.
DeVanzo throws a chopping leg kick but Spectre manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Spectre checks a leg kick.
Spectre looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Spectre shoots in for a takedown but DeVanzo shows good takedown defense.
Spectre checks a low kick from DeVanzo.
Spectre misses with a right hand
and DeVanzo counters with a stiff right hand.
Spectre on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Spectre throws a body shot but no joy.
Spectre throws a body shot but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spectre throws a series of punches but DeVanzo avoids them all with ease. #CL#
Spectre gets tackled into the cage by DeVanzo. DeVanzo maintains the clinch.
DeVanzo stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.#BC2#
Spectre breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Spectre ducks down and throws a hook to the body but DeVanzo moves away.#T1#
DeVanzo drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Spectre on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
DeVanzo is looking to clinch but Spectre is avoiding it.
Spectre throws an ugly left hook that misses
and DeVanzo counters with a good low kick that Spectre was not able to check.
Spectre throws a shot from downtown. DeVanzo moves away and avoids it.
Spectre waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract DeVanzo.
Spectre misses with a hook
and DeVanzo counters with a nice uppercut.
Spectre looks to throw the jab but DeVanzo is out of range.
DeVanzo throwing a counter right hand but Spectre manages to avoid it.
Spectre moves into range and connects with a jab.
Spectre waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract DeVanzo.
DeVanzo was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Spectre ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Spectre misses with a wild combination. #T2#
Spectre jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Spectre looks to land a combination but DeVanzo avoids it well.
Spectre's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
DeVanzo uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Spectre.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Spectre uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
A cross from Spectre lands.
DeVanzo slips a jab from Spectre.
DeVanzo fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Spectre.
Spectre throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Spectre connects with a crisp jab.
DeVanzo takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
DeVanzo ducks right into an uppercut from Spectre.
DeVanzo delivers a nice body kick.#T3#
Spectre uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Spectre stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
DeVanzo takes one to the chin there.
Spectre tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but DeVanzo was well out of range. Poor timing from Spectre.#CL#
DeVanzo darts in and clinches Spectre up against the cage.
Still in the clinch, DeVanzo scores with a nice short uppercut.
DeVanzo misses with a body punch.
Artie DeVanzo has scored more points in the clinch so far.
DeVanzo is working Spectre over against the cage.
Spectre working aggressively here.
Spectre fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Spectre misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Spectre lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Spectre swings wildly with an uppercut but DeVanzo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Spectre tries to work over DeVanzo's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
DeVanzo landing knees to the body.
DeVanzo looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Spectre blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T4#
DeVanzo misses with a punch to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A right hook to the body lands for Spectre.
DeVanzo lands a body shot in the clinch.
Spectre tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
DeVanzo tries to work over Spectre's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
DeVanzo with a knee to the head.
Spectre takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Spectre blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
DeVanzo tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Spectre's elbow.
DeVanzo tries to work over Spectre's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Spectre.
A right handed body shot lands from Spectre.
DeVanzo has a couple of punches blocked by Spectre.
Spectre throws a punch but it's blocked by DeVanzo.
DeVanzo trying to land knees to the body.
Spectre blocks a body shot from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
DeVanzo swings wildly with an uppercut but Spectre uses good head movement to avoid it.
A nice right hand lands inside from DeVanzo.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Serge Spectre.
I think Spectre has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

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

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

Event: CEC 461
Date: Jul 30, 2016

#R1#
Gatame fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but DeVanzo avoids it really well and circles away.
Gatame checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Gatame wants to clinch but DeVanzo slips to the side
enabling DeVanzo to counter with a crisp jab.
Gatame throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Gatame, right into the meat.
Gatame moves out of range of the body kick.
DeVanzo takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that DeVanzo has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
DeVanzo tries to bum rush Gatame with a series of wild strikes but Gatame uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#TD2#
DeVanzo gets a double leg takedown into Gatame's guard.
Gatame trying to keep a closed guard but DeVanzo is proving a slippery customer.
DeVanzo being controlled here momentarily. #T1#
Gatame looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
DeVanzo trying to control but Gatame is working from the bottom.
DeVanzo is stalling in the full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gatame is adopting a defensive guard.
Gatame not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
DeVanzo throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Gatame works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Gatame throws a left and a right that both miss #TD2#
so DeVanzo counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
DeVanzo trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Gatame preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
DeVanzo won't allow Gatame to sweep him here.
DeVanzo controlling from the top position.
DeVanzo working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #T3#
Gatame has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but DeVanzo has passed into side control.
DeVanzo postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Gatame is trying to get back to half guard.
Gatame struggling a bit here.
Gatame is looking for a sweep.
Gatame is trying to control DeVanzo's posture but DeVanzo avoids it.
Gatame is trying to improve his position.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Gatame parries the strikes from DeVanzo easily there. DeVanzo is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Gatame to escape.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gatame struggling a bit here.
Gatame tries to get back to half guard but can't.
DeVanzo scores with punches from side control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gatame struggling a bit here.
Gatame holds on tight, trying to prevent any damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Artie DeVanzo dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Gatame throws a sloppy body shot
and DeVanzo counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT2#
It looks like Juji Gatame has been cut.
DeVanzo moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
DeVanzo has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#TD2#
Gatame gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows DeVanzo to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Gatame controls DeVanzo momentarily but DeVanzo frees himself.
DeVanzo missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gatame looking for a sweep. Not yet Gatame, not yet.
DeVanzo postures up in Gatame's guard and throws a big left but Gatame blocks it.
DeVanzo preventing the sweep.
Gatame working a defensive guard here. #T1#
Gatame keeping moving, preventing DeVanzo from controlling successfully.
DeVanzo is pushing down on Gatame's leg trying to pass to half guard. Gatame is fighting to maintain full guard but DeVanzo has managed to sneak the leg through.
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. DeVanzo connects with a nice short shot to Gatame's temple.
DeVanzo slows the pace down in half guard.
DeVanzo winds up and cracks Gatame with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Gatame avoiding damage under a succession of punches from DeVanzo. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
DeVanzo is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
DeVanzo thows a huge punch but Gatame dodges it nicely.
DeVanzo slows the pace down in half guard.
Gatame tries to get to full guard but DeVanzo has control of the leg.
Gatame makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Gatame.
DeVanzo throws an elbow that misses. Gatame uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in DeVanzo's guard. Nice move by Gatame!#REVR##T3#
Gatame wants to control from the top but DeVanzo keeps moving.
Gatame slips nicely into half guard.
Gatame trying to control the pace.
DeVanzo trying to control here. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Gatame trying to mount his opponent but DeVanzo defends it.
DeVanzo is looking to improve his position.
DeVanzo is trying is best to control the position here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gatame controlling the action here.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
DeVanzo steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Gatame.#CL#
DeVanzo tries to keep at a distance but Gatame has taken the fight into the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Artie DeVanzo showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Juji Gatame's cut.
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. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Gatame throws an off balance right hand
and DeVanzo counters with a good, hard body kick but Gatame shrugs it off.
Gatame lands a head shot.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Gatame, as that shot connected.
Gatame misses with a series of wild punches.
Gatame waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract DeVanzo.
DeVanzo connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Gatame fails with an attempt to clinch.
A telegraphed right hand from DeVanzo misses the target.
Gatame appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
The fighters circling - Gatame throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DeVanzo takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#ROC2#
Gatame is rocked!
Both fighters step back and shake their arms out. DeVanzo engages and cracks Gatame with a massive lead left hook - Gatame tumbles to the floor, out cold! What a shot! DeVanzo is delighted - all that hard work in training paid off!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:51 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Artie DeVanzo!
Artie DeVanzo decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: CEC 456
Date: Jul 06, 2016

#R1#
Fighter wants to clinch up but DeVanzo keeps it at a distance.
Fighter cracks DeVanzo with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
DeVanzo throws a head kick that misses.
Fighter throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jab from Fighter.
Fighter slips under a jab from DeVanzo.
Fighter appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that DeVanzo has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Point Fighter seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
DeVanzo takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Fighter fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#TD#
Fighter looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Fighter is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Fighter trying to control the position from guard on top but DeVanzo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Fighter trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1#
Fighter is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Fighter throwing strikes from guard but DeVanzo blocks nicely.
Fighter throwing strikes from guard but DeVanzo blocks nicely.
Fighter is looking to work some ground and pound but DeVanzo has wrist control.
Fighter throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as DeVanzo works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
DeVanzo working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Fighter.
DeVanzo keeping moving, preventing Fighter from controlling successfully. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
DeVanzo avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
DeVanzo working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Fighter. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
The fight stays on the outside here - DeVanzo looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
DeVanzo misses with a kick to the body.
DeVanzo walks into a left hand.
Fighter has his takedown stuffed
and DeVanzo counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT2#
It looks like Point Fighter has been cut.
DeVanzo takes a jab right on the kisser.
DeVanzo has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from DeVanzo there as he acknowledges the shot.
DeVanzo throws out a loose jab but Fighter uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fighter takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Fighter on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.#T3##TD2#
DeVanzo looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Fighter!
Fighter is being controlled here.
DeVanzo cracks Fighter with a big elbow.
Fighter is looking to reverse the position.
Fighter wants to control but DeVanzo postures up.
DeVanzo creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Fighter controls the position for a moment.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Fighter wants to control but DeVanzo postures up.
Fighter is not content to let DeVanzo control the position.
Fighter is looking for a sweep.
Fighter 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.#T4#
Fighter taking a bit of punishment here - DeVanzo scoring with strikes.
Fighter tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but DeVanzo wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
DeVanzo scoring with punches from side control.
Fighter tries to improve position but can't.
Fighter keeping his opponent close.
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 Point Fighter will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Point Fighter's cut.
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#
Fighter swings and misses with a hook to the body.
DeVanzo tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Fighter shoots in for a takedown but DeVanzo shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Point Fighter is winning the standup battle so far.
DeVanzo throws a leg kick but Fighter moved away.
Jab by Fighter.
DeVanzo bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nice defenses there by DeVanzo.
A decent looking cross lands there for Fighter.
Fighter misses with a hook. DeVanzo ducked under it nicely.
Fighter walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
A solid body kick from DeVanzo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DeVanzo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Fighter.
Nice defenses there by Fighter.
Fighter uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from DeVanzo.
An attempted straight right counter from Fighter misses the target.
A slow jab from Fighter misses its intended target. #TD#
Fighter darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#T1#
Fighter is just content to waste time from the top position. DeVanzo takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
DeVanzo has Fighter pulled in close to control his posture.
DeVanzo 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#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Fighter is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but DeVanzo pulls his head out easily.
Fighter moves into full guard.
Fighter working a defensive guard here. #T2#
DeVanzo won't allow Fighter to sweep him here.
Fighter not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Fighter wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Fighter working for a triangle but DeVanzo defends it easily.
DeVanzo showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T3##SUB#
Fighter is looking for a triangle here but DeVanzo uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Artie DeVanzo has got the better of the ground game so far.
A lull in the action here as DeVanzo stalls from top position.
Fighter tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but DeVanzo wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Fighter gets back to half guard.#T4#
Fighter wants to improve his position but DeVanzo is controlling well.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. DeVanzo lands a nice short elbow.
Fighter blocking the ground and pound attempt from DeVanzo.
Fighter tries to get to full guard but DeVanzo has control of the leg.
Fighter is looking to get back to full guard here but DeVanzo has managed to pass to side control instead.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Fighter is looking for a sweep.
Fighter manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
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 Point Fighter will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Point Fighter's cut.
That's time! Fighter's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Fighter closes the distance and clinches up with DeVanzo, looking for a takedown. Fighter pushes DeVanzo against the cage but DeVanzo circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
DeVanzo stuffs the takedown.
DeVanzo swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#TD#
Fighter shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches DeVanzo napping and manages to drive through into side control!
DeVanzo is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
DeVanzo is not content to let Fighter control the position.
DeVanzo regains half guard there - taking advantage of Fighter's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fighter is thwarting DeVanzo's attempts to control the position.#T1#
DeVanzo moves into full guard.
Fighter looking to sit in guard and control but DeVanzo gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
DeVanzo trying to control but Fighter is working from the bottom.
DeVanzo preventing the sweep.
Fighter seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
DeVanzo postures up. #SUB#
Fighter had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. DeVanzo defends it easily.
DeVanzo trying to control the position from guard on top but Fighter is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2##SUB#
Fighter looking for submissions from the bottom but instead DeVanzo passes into half guard.
Fighter regains full guard. Nicely done.
Fighter is trying to hold DeVanzo in close to prevent damage but DeVanzo has managed to pass into half guard.
Fighter is looking to improve his position.
Fighter trying to control here. #T3#
Fighter slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
DeVanzo lands a couple of decent looking shots.#SUB#
Fighter is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and DeVanzo defends well.#SUB#
Fighter looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
DeVanzo is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Fighter has his foot on DeVanzo's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. DeVanzo works his way back into a safe position though.
DeVanzo engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB#
DeVanzo got a little sloppy there for a moment and Fighter has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, DeVanzo has managed to get both his arms back between Fighter's legs - danger averted.
Artie DeVanzo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Fighter had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. DeVanzo defends it easily.

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 Point Fighter.
Well Fighter 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 Steven Brown scores the fight 28:29
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 30:27
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: CEC 450
Date: Jun 10, 2016

#R1#
DeVanzo checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Marsden throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Marsden looking to land some kicks to the body here.
DeVanzo drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Marsden defends it well.
Marsden avoids the body shot from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo feints and then cracks Marsden's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Marsden down.
Marsden lands with an uppercut that bounces DeVanzo off the cage and back into range.
DeVanzo throws a hook but Marsden blocks it.
Marsden looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
DeVanzo chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Marsden can pounce on him.
Marsden lands a right hook to the body.
A slow jab from Marsden misses its intended target.
DeVanzo misses with a hook
and Marsden counters with a straight right hand.
Marsden with a nice cross.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that DeVanzo has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Marsden misses with a hook. DeVanzo ducked under it nicely.
DeVanzo 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.
DeVanzo throws a jab but it's blocked by Marsden.
A chopping leg kick lands by DeVanzo.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
DeVanzo fails to land with a series of punches.
A kick lands to the mid section there for DeVanzo.#T1#
Marsden buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
DeVanzo ducks under a wild hook from Marsden.
Marsden punishes DeVanzo's body with a nice straight punch.
Marsden throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Marsden on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Marsden throws a looping overhand right but DeVanzo ducks down to avoid it.
DeVanzo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
DeVanzo misses with a right hand
and Marsden counters with a left to the body.
DeVanzo keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Marsden misses with a straight left.
The crowd cheers as Marsden lands an impressive looking overhand right. DeVanzo doesn't seem phased though.
DeVanzo steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Marsden.
Marsden tried to score with a low kick but DeVanzo checks it.#TD#
Marsden fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. DeVanzo sprawls well initially but Marsden persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Marsden is thwarting DeVanzo's attempts to control the position.
Marsden looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T2#
DeVanzo is staying active underneath Marsden, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
DeVanzo is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Marsden scores with a couple of nice shots.
DeVanzo won't allow Marsden to pass to mount.
Marsden scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Marsden trying to control the pace.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Marsden missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Marsden thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T3#
Marsden trying to control from DeVanzo's half guard. DeVanzo has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Marsden is looking to work some ground and pound but DeVanzo has wrist control.
Marsden throws a strike but DeVanzo rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##SUB#
Marsden is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and DeVanzo defends well.#SUB#
Marsden is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. DeVanzo is aware though and is defending well.
Marsden keeping moving, preventing DeVanzo from controlling successfully.
DeVanzo showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T4#
DeVanzo trying to control but Marsden is working from the bottom.
DeVanzo is looking to work some ground and pound but Marsden has wrist control.
DeVanzo trying to control but Marsden is working from the bottom.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#SUB#
DeVanzo got a little sloppy there for a moment and Marsden has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, DeVanzo has managed to get both his arms back between Marsden's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Marsden has his foot on DeVanzo's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. DeVanzo works his way back into a safe position though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Brandon Marsden dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2##TD2#
DeVanzo closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Marsden is looking to regain half guard here but DeVanzo keeps moving and retains side control.
Marsden is working hard here to advance position.
Marsden being controlled for a moment.
Marsden is not content to let DeVanzo control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
DeVanzo in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Marsden tries to get back to half guard but can't.
DeVanzo trying to control the position but Marsden is working away.
DeVanzo controls the position.#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.
Marsden sneaks back into half guard.
Marsden makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Marsden.
DeVanzo controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB#
Marsden has his foot on DeVanzo's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. DeVanzo works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Marsden is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
DeVanzo engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T3#
A bone on bone clash there as Marsden blocks the leg kick.
Marsden looks to score with a jab to the body but DeVanzo is just out of range.
DeVanzo throws a low kick but Marsden moves out of range easily.
DeVanzo tried to score with a low kick but Marsden checks it.
Marsden moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Marsden is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that DeVanzo can do to turn this around?
Marsden misses with a kick to the body.
Marsden throws the kick towards the body but DeVanzo avoids it.
Marsden takes a swing at DeVanzo's ribcage but misses.
DeVanzo misses with a head kick.
Marsden feinted there with a counter leg kick.
DeVanzo wants to clinch
and Marsden connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
DeVanzo scores with a leg kick. #T4#
Marsden moves out of range of the body kick.
Marsden lands with a shot to the body. #CL#
Marsden clinches.
DeVanzo prevents a body shot from Marsden.
DeVanzo blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
DeVanzo trying to land knees to the body.
A short body shot lands from Marsden as the two fighters clinch.
Marsden lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down DeVanzo.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD#
Marsden lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Marsden throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing DeVanzo to regain full guard.
DeVanzo utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
DeVanzo is controlling Marsden's posture.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
DeVanzo trying to control the position.
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 Brandon Marsden will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
DeVanzo on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
DeVanzo slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
A right-left combo lands from DeVanzo. #CUT2#
It looks like Brandon Marsden has been cut.#TD2#
DeVanzo scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Brandon Marsden overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Marsden is trying to get back to half guard.
Marsden manages to get back to half guard.
DeVanzo is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
DeVanzo is looking to take a break and control but Marsden is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Marsden tries to get to full guard but DeVanzo has control of the leg. #T1#
Marsden is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of DeVanzo's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take DeVanzo's back!
Marsden struggling to land strikes to the head as DeVanzo covers up.
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.
Marsden somehow managing to miss with a strike from the back.
Marsden punches the canvas rather than the man.
Watch the back of the head! Comes the shout from the referee towards Marsden.
DeVanzo breaks Marsden's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
DeVanzo controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T2##SUB#
Marsden has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. DeVanzo doesn't defend quickly enough and Marsden has managed to lock this one up! Can DeVanzo escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Marsden on a fantastic submission victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:40 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Brandon Marsden!
Post fight, an emotional Brandon Marsden said 'A weakling like you doesn't deserve fists to fight with, now go fade to nothingness!'.
The defeated Artie DeVanzo had this to say: 'Hey, are we done here? 'Cause I'm losing my buzz. '.

Event: Syn 433 - MW Mania Semi's
Date: Apr 15, 2016

#R1#
Hale drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
DeVanzo throws out a loose jab but Hale uses good head movement to avoid it.
DeVanzo misses with a kick to the body #TD2#
and Hale counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Still in half guard, Hale seems content to control.
Hale is looking to take a break and control but DeVanzo is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Hale not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Hale thows a huge punch but DeVanzo dodges it nicely.
Hale controlling the action here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hale is looking to advance position but DeVanzo won't allow it.
DeVanzo is not content to let Hale control the position.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#T1##REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
A clash of legs there as Hale blocks the low kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Hale.
Hale ducks under a wild hook from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo just misses with a punch to the body.
Hale has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
DeVanzo slips a straight right by Hale.
DeVanzo changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Brandon Hale is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
DeVanzo throws a head kick that misses.
Hale misses with an attempted mid kick.
DeVanzo slips a straight right by Hale.
DeVanzo swings for the body but Hale moves out of range. #T2#
DeVanzo throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Hale.#CUT#
It looks like Brandon Hale has been cut.
Hale misses with a low kick.
Hale swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Hale throws a jab when DeVanzo was well out of range.
DeVanzo throws a quick counter head kick but Hale was just out of range.
Hale throws the left hand but DeVanzo avoids the punch easily.
Hale throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck DeVanzo on the side of the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hale uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo misses with a wild body shot.
Hale looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
DeVanzo cracks Hale with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Hale throws an overhand right that lands on DeVanzo's shoulder, as DeVanzo tries to avoid the shot. #CL#
DeVanzo clinches up with Hale and pushes him back against the cage.
DeVanzo misses with some punches.
DeVanzo lands a right hand that snaps the head of Hale backwards.
DeVanzo works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
DeVanzo misses with a body punch.
Hale lands a right hand. #T3#
DeVanzo blocking some punches.
A short left from DeVanzo.
Hale blocks the elbow strike.
Hale scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A body shot lands from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Hale wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but DeVanzo has him pressed against the cage.
DeVanzo wants to take the fight to the mat but Hale manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
DeVanzo lands a body punch in the clinch.
Hale misses with a shot to the kidneys.
DeVanzo has a couple of punches blocked by Hale.
DeVanzo definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
DeVanzo lands a hook that snaps the head of Hale backwards.
DeVanzo tries to land a knee to the head but Hale blocks with his arms.
Hale is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
Hale is trying to force a seperation but DeVanzo has the dominant position.
Hale fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
DeVanzo is stalling here.
DeVanzo misses with some punches.
Hale is working for takedown but DeVanzo is calmly controlling the position for now.#T4#
Hale misses with a punch on the inside.
Hale blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
DeVanzo keeps control of Hale as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Hale tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
DeVanzo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Hale lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
A bit of stalling here from DeVanzo.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Hale is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Hale on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
DeVanzo goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
DeVanzo tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
DeVanzo misses with a shot to the kidneys.
DeVanzo blocking some punches.
Hale has had enough of the clinch but DeVanzo keeps him there for the moment.
DeVanzo struggles to land a body shot inside as Hale controls his hands.
Hale dodges an elbow strike from DeVanzo.
A head punch on the inside from DeVanzo fails to land.
Hale blocks a punch to the side of the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Artie DeVanzo dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Brandon Hale's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
DeVanzo checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
DeVanzo half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Hale chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before DeVanzo can pounce on him.
Hale throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Hale throws a leg kick that misses.
Hale 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.
Hale blocks the body kick.
Hale connects with a leg kick. DeVanzo looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Hale will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Hale checks a low kick from DeVanzo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hale's jab looks to have found its range, popping DeVanzo under the eye.
DeVanzo misses the shot to the body.
Hale getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Hale looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
DeVanzo takes one on the chin but seems OK. #T1#
Hale looks to score with a jab to the body but DeVanzo is just out of range.
Hale lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
DeVanzo is looking to slow Hale down with leg kicks.
DeVanzo paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
DeVanzo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
DeVanzo connects with a nice looking jab.
A head kick misses from Hale.
DeVanzo throws a lazy right hand but Hale sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
DeVanzo avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Artie DeVanzo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
DeVanzo feints and then cracks Hale's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Hale down.
DeVanzo looks to throw a body kick
and DeVanzo takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
DeVanzo scores with a punch to the head.
DeVanzo feints and then cracks Hale's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Hale down.
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!
Hale ducks under a wild hook from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#T2#
Hale connects with a leg kick. DeVanzo looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
DeVanzo tries to land a leg kick but Hale saw it coming and moves away.
A low kick from Hale is predictable there
and Hale takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Hale avoids the body shot from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hale moves away.
Artie DeVanzo is winning the standup battle so far.
Hale scores with a nice strike.
Hale lands a front kick.
DeVanzo misses with a jab, cross combination.
Hale connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Hale is looking to slow DeVanzo down with leg kicks.
DeVanzo walks into a straight right hand from Hale.
An inside leg kick lands from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
DeVanzo tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
DeVanzo dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T3#
DeVanzo connects with a good right hand that stumbles Hale. Hale circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
DeVanzo ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
DeVanzo throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Hale loads up on a big right hand but DeVanzo slips the punch.
DeVanzo misses with a kick to the body.
Hale lands a right hook to the body.
DeVanzo with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Hale connects with a leg kick. DeVanzo looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
An inside leg kick from DeVanzo misses.
DeVanzo is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
DeVanzo lands a glancing blow to the side of Hale's head.
DeVanzo takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
DeVanzo throws a big shot that misses.
DeVanzo misses with an attempted mid kick.
DeVanzo misses with a hook.#T4#
DeVanzo throws a right hand that misses
and Hale counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hale throws a nice outside leg kick.
DeVanzo ducks under a wild hook from Hale.
DeVanzo with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
DeVanzo checks a leg kick.
DeVanzo swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
DeVanzo throws a poor cross that misses #TD2#
and Hale counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Hale trying to control the position from guard on top but DeVanzo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
DeVanzo wants to hit a switch here but Hale passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for DeVanzo there!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
DeVanzo working to try and regain half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Brandon Hale showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Brandon Hale's cut.
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. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
DeVanzo throws a leg kick but Hale sees it coming and moves out of range.
DeVanzo misses with a two punch combination.
DeVanzo tries to work over Hale's front leg with a kick but Hale checks it.
Hale lands a jab to the head.
Hale connects with a leg kick. DeVanzo looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Jab from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Hale.
DeVanzo cracks Hale with a right hand to the side of the head.
DeVanzo throws a nice inside leg kick.
DeVanzo lands a nice looking body shot.
Hale looks to throw the jab but DeVanzo is out of range.
A chopping leg kick lands by Hale.
The fighters circling - DeVanzo throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Hale is trying to counter with his kicks.
Hale blocks the body kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hale throws a solid leg kick but DeVanzo takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Hale.#T1#
DeVanzo looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Hale lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
DeVanzo has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Hale finds it's way round the side to connect with DeVanzo's head.
DeVanzo scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Nice straight punches there by DeVanzo. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of DeVanzo.
A swing and a miss from DeVanzo.
Hale throws a half hearted mid kick.
Hale takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Hale misses with a hook. DeVanzo ducked under it nicely.
Hale lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Hale tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Hale cracks DeVanzo with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#ROC2#
DeVanzo is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
DeVanzo takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Oh DeVanzo is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Hale on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #T2#
Hale scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
DeVanzo swings away with a body shot that misses #TD2#
and Hale counters with a single leg into guard. DeVanzo didn't expect that.
Hale throwing strikes but missing.
Hale is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Hale in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
DeVanzo seems to have got his legs back now.
Hale postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Hale throws a big elbow that misses. #T3#
DeVanzo controlling Hale's posture.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Hale trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
DeVanzo motions for Hale to come forward. DeVanzo throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Hale lands a really nice looking cross but DeVanzo seems unphased.
Hale throws a nice inside leg kick.
DeVanzo lands a jab.
DeVanzo shoots in for a takedown but Hale shows good takedown defense.
DeVanzo moves into range and connects with a jab.
DeVanzo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hale.
DeVanzo throws a wild body kick that Hale sees coming a mile off.#T4#
Hale throws a low kick but DeVanzo avoids it.
Hale connects with a crisp jab. #KD2#
Hale cracks DeVanzo with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Hale has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning DeVanzo to stand back up!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
DeVanzo throws a body kick that misses.
Hale moves out of range of the strikes.
Hale feints the counter takedown.
Hale blocks a head kick by DeVanzo.
Hale scores with a shot to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Hale throws a monster overhand right that drops DeVanzo! Hale follows up with more strikes from mount and the fight is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:40 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Brandon Hale!
In his post fight interview, Brandon Hale started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
Artie DeVanzo spoke after the fight, saying 'Hey, are we done here? 'Cause I'm losing my buzz. '.

Event: EPL 8.13
Date: Apr 06, 2016

#R1#
DeVanzo displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Thrul throws out the jab.
An attempted straight right counter from DeVanzo misses the target.
DeVanzo misses with a body kick.
DeVanzo throws a right hand that misses
and Thrul counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A left lands for DeVanzo.#CUT#
It looks like Aznar Thrul has been cut.
DeVanzo throws a poor cross that misses
and Thrul counters with a low kick, right behind DeVanzo 's knee.
DeVanzo tries to work over Thrul's front leg with a kick but Thrul checks it.
Thrul tries to clinch but DeVanzo moves out of range.
DeVanzo shoots in for a takedown but Thrul shows good takedown defense.
DeVanzo checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
A low kick from DeVanzo is predictable there #TD2#
and Thrul counters with a nice double leg into side control. DeVanzo won't be happy with that.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Thrul fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Thrul working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Thrul wants to control but DeVanzo is keeping him busy.
DeVanzo is looking for a sweep.#T1#
Thrul lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear DeVanzo down.
DeVanzo regains half guard there - taking advantage of Thrul's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Thrul throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
DeVanzo blocking the ground and pound attempt from Thrul.
Thrul stalling.
DeVanzo tries to get to full guard but Thrul has control of the leg. #SUB#
DeVanzo looking for submissions off his back.#T2#
Thrul is nestled in close to DeVanzo, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Thrul throwing shots but DeVanzo is blocking nicely.
Thrul is keen to just control but DeVanzo is a slippery customer.
DeVanzo trying to control here.
DeVanzo regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Thrul.
Thrul looking to sit in guard and control but DeVanzo gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Thrul wants to sweep but no luck.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Thrul is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
DeVanzo missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Thrul tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Thrul controls DeVanzo momentarily but DeVanzo frees himself.
DeVanzo throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Thrul works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
DeVanzo is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Thrul lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
DeVanzo is trying to control the position from the bottom.
DeVanzo utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
DeVanzo utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Thrul scoring with punches to the head and body. #SUB#
DeVanzo looking for subs off his back but Thrul has passed one foot through into 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. Thrul connects with a nice short shot to DeVanzo's temple. #T5#
Thrul is looking to take a break and control but DeVanzo is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Thrul thows an elbow strike that misses. DeVanzo gets hold of full guard and has managed to get a loose guillotine attempt. Thrul doesn't seem too bothered but DeVanzo quickly shifts his position and has tightened the hold! Thrul is in big trouble now - he's going a funny colour - he's tapping out! Nice finish there! Thrul really should have spotted the danger earlier though... either incompetence or over-confidence has resulted in a big L on his record.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Artie DeVanzo!
During a confident post fight interview, Artie DeVanzo thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: EPL 8.12
Date: Mar 30, 2016

#R1#
Beast wants to slow DeVanzo down by chopping away at his legs.
DeVanzo throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
DeVanzo bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Beast's head.
DeVanzo takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
DeVanzo rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Beast counters with a right hand to the body.
Beast dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
DeVanzo throws a right and a left that Beast avoids nicely.
Beast now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Beast leaves DeVanzo with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Beast throws a hook to the side of DeVanzo's head but DeVanzo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Beast tries a head kick but it misses.
A slapping leg kick lands for Beast.
DeVanzo throws a half hearted mid kick.
Beast cracks DeVanzo with an open hand slap.
This has been an exciting period of action!
DeVanzo slips a straight right by Beast.#T1#
DeVanzo throws a body kick that misses.
DeVanzo ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
DeVanzo thows a leg kick but Beast checks it
and Beast counters with a nice body shot.
DeVanzo lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Beast circles away quickly and effectively.
DeVanzo feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Beast's calf.
DeVanzo gets cracked there but stands up to it.
DeVanzo fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
DeVanzo tries to bum rush Beast with a series of wild strikes but Beast uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
DeVanzo staying out of range there.
DeVanzo avoids the body shot from Beast.
Beast throws a jab but it's blocked by DeVanzo.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Beast checks a leg kick.
Beast finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
A leg kick checked by DeVanzo.#T2#
DeVanzo pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A punch lands to the side of DeVanzo 's head but he takes it in his stride.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
DeVanzo motions for Beast to come forward. DeVanzo throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
DeVanzo misses with a double jab.
Beast throws a head kick that misses.
DeVanzo shoots for a takedown but Beast saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
DeVanzo is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Some bone on bone action there as Beast checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Beast misses with a right hand
enabling DeVanzo to counter with a crisp jab.
Beast throws a leg kick but DeVanzo sees it coming and moves out of range.
Beast throws a front kick aimed at DeVanzo's knee but DeVanzo avoids it well.
DeVanzo throws a head kick that misses.
DeVanzo is trying hard to land a takedown here. Beast sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Artie DeVanzo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Beast lands a body shot. #T3#
DeVanzo slips a straight right by Beast.
As Beast looks to move away, DeVanzo throws a big counter combo but Beast just gets out of the way.
Beast misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Beast has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
The fighters circling - DeVanzo throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #TD#
DeVanzo feints and as Beast raises his hands in defense, DeVanzo changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
DeVanzo trying to control the position from guard on top but Beast is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've been hearing that DeVanzo has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
DeVanzo is fighting to break Beast's control of his arms but Beast is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
DeVanzo throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Beast works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T4#
Beast keeping full guard, as DeVanzo tries to pass.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Beast is trying to control the position from the bottom.
DeVanzo throwing strikes but missing.
DeVanzo missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
DeVanzo turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
DeVanzo lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
DeVanzo shoots in looking for a takedown. Beast tries to sprawl out of it but DeVanzo keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Beast manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T5#
Beast throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
DeVanzo shoots for a double leg takedown but Beast sprawls well. He's pushed DeVanzo's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Beast lands the left hand.
A clash of legs there as DeVanzo blocks the low kick.
DeVanzo half committed to a counter leg kick.
Beast just misses with a punch to the body.
DeVanzo drops down looking for a counter takedown but Beast sprawls and moves away.
DeVanzo tried to score with a low kick but Beast checks it.
DeVanzo with a lazy takedown attempt
and Beast counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
DeVanzo lands a jab to the nose.
Billy Beast is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A big right from Beast misses.
An attempted straight right counter from DeVanzo misses the target.
DeVanzo throws a body punch but Beast moves out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Beast! But no joy.
Beast tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but DeVanzo was well out of range. Poor timing from Beast.
DeVanzo misses with a straight left. #T6#
DeVanzo scores with a punch to the head.
Beast catches DeVanzo with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#ROC2#
DeVanzo is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL#
DeVanzo gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC2#
Beast's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Beast slips a jab and a cross from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Beast.
DeVanzo ducks right into an uppercut from Beast.
DeVanzo misses with a head kick.
DeVanzo lands with an overhand left.
Beast stuffs the takedown attempt from DeVanzo. DeVanzo gets slowly back to his feet.
DeVanzo moves out of range of the strikes.
Beast is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! DeVanzo had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Beast pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
DeVanzo lands with an uppercut that bounces Beast off the cage and back into range.#T7##KD2#
Beast feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends DeVanzo sprawling to the canvas! DeVanzo rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Beast finish him?!
Oh DeVanzo is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Beast fakes high and swings low for a body shot but DeVanzo manages to avoid it.
DeVanzo swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Beast walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
DeVanzo walks straight into a right hand from Beast - that's dropped him! Beast jumps into mount and starts pounding away - can he finish?! More strikes go undefended and the referee has to dive in to save DeVanzo from any more punishment! DeVanzo complains about the stoppage but falls over as he tries to stand back up, so it was clearly a good stoppage.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Billy Beast!
As Billy Beast got his breath back, he grabbed the microphone and managed to blurt out the following: I'm bad, I know it. I'm bad, I show it.'.
In defeat, Artie DeVanzo stepped up to the mic, saying 'Hey, are we done here? 'Cause I'm losing my buzz. '.

Event: EPL 8.11
Date: Mar 23, 2016

#R1#
Harris uses good head movement to avoid the hook from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Harris wants to clinch up but DeVanzo keeps it at a distance.
Harris keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo throws a leg kick but Harris sees it coming and checks it nicely.
A big left from DeVanzo misses. #CL2#
Harris clinches.
DeVanzo misses with a hook to the ribs.
DeVanzo presses Harris against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.#BC2#
Harris pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Harris ducks under a wild hook from DeVanzo.#CL2#
Harris moves into the clinch successfully.
DeVanzo misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Harris avoiding damage as DeVanzo throws knees to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DeVanzo fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Harris blocks a body shot from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo lands a right hand.
Harris has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
DeVanzo lands a knee to the body. #T1#
DeVanzo being controlled against the cage.
Harris scores with a shot to the side of DeVanzo's head.
Harris scores with a shoulder strike.
DeVanzo tries to throw a body punch but Harris avoids it by throwing DeVanzo back against the cage.
Harris holding his opponent close, against the cage.
DeVanzo lands an elbow just above Harris 's eye.
Harris stalling the fight.
Harris wants to stall.
Harris blocks a punch to the side of the head.
DeVanzo is trying to stall.
Harris wants to stall.
DeVanzo lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Harris or not. #T2#
DeVanzo fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Harris trying to stall but DeVanzo improves his position.
DeVanzo misses with the head strike.
Harris looking to slow down the pace here.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Harris.
DeVanzo being controlled against the cage.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Bastien Harris.
Harris takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Harris tries to clinch there but DeVanzo circles away.
A counter left hand to the body from DeVanzo misses its target.
DeVanzo scores with a leg kick.
Harris uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Harris tries to clinch up.
Good standup being displayed there by DeVanzo as he connects with a hook.
DeVanzo throws a right hand that Harris ducks under and follows up with a left that Harris also avoids with ease.#T3#
DeVanzo thumps Harris with a low kick.
DeVanzo dips to his left and cracks Harris with an uppercut!
Some bone on bone action there as Harris checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Harris moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
DeVanzo throws a series of punches but Harris avoids them all with ease.
Harris ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Harris is looking to clinch.
DeVanzo is looking to counter with a body kick.
Harris misses with a kick to the body
enabling DeVanzo to counter with a crisp jab. #ROC#
Harris is rocked!
DeVanzo throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Harris is still on wobbly legs! Can DeVanzo finish him?
Harris looks winded!#CL#
DeVanzo moves into the clinch successfully.
DeVanzo pushes Harris against the cage. DeVanzo is working some dirty boxing. DeVanzo pushes off with a quick right hook! Harris goes down! Harris tries to stand but stumbles back to his kness! DeVanzo moves in to finish and the ref steps in to prevent any more damage!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Artie DeVanzo!
Artie DeVanzo seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
The defeated Bastien Harris had this to say: 'After this loss i think i will go home and hang myself now , goodbye'.

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