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Event: DUEL 202     
Date:   Dec 22, 2018
#R1##TD#
Joieson closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Schulmann defending against the ground and pound.
Schulmann is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Schulmann manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Schulmann moves into full guard.
Schulmann looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Joieson postures up.
Schulmann wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #SU#
Joieson decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Schulmann, up you get!
Joieson takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing. #CL#
Joieson closes the distance and clinches.#TD2#
Schulmann lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Schulmann throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Joieson wants to control but Schulmann is keeping busy.
Schulmann works his way into full mount! #T1#
Joieson tries to hold on but Schulmann pushes him away.
Schulmann is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Joieson tries to reverse the position but Schulmann maintains control.
Joieson is bucking up trying to escape but Schulmann cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Joieson sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Joieson is trying to get back to full guard.
Schulmann wants to free his trapped foot but Joieson is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T2#
Schulmann is thwarting Joieson's attempts to control the position.
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. Schulmann connects with a nice short shot to Joieson's temple.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Schulmann tries to pass to full mount but Joieson defends it.
Schulmann content to control rather than advance.
Joieson is not content to let Schulmann control the position.
Schulmann keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T3#
Schulmann prevents Joieson from standing back up. #SUB2#
Schulmann is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Joieson wants to control but Schulmann is keeping busy.
Schulmann prevents Joieson from standing back up. #SUB2#
Schulmann is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Joieson defends it well.
Joieson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Schulmann is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Joieson trying to control from the bottom.
Joieson is refusing to be controlled, as Schulmann sits in half guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Joieson tries to clinch up.
Schulmann tries a quick counter leg kick but Joieson is wise to it.
Schulmann connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#TD#
Joieson shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Schulmann's guard.#SU#
Joieson stands up from Schulmann's guard - Joieson perhaps looking for a knockout.
Schulmann shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Joieson as he avoids it easily. #CL#
Joieson clinches up with Schulmann and pushes him back against the cage.#TD#
Joieson gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Joieson working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Schulmann's head.
Joieson throwing strikes but missing. #SUB2#
Schulmann escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Joieson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Yaniv Schulmann will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Schulmann shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Joieson as he avoids it easily.
Joieson swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Schulmann wants to land a leg kick but Joieson is out of range.
Connor Joieson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Joieson closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Schulmann to the mat! Schulmann manages to get full guard.
Joieson has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SU#
Joieson stands up from Schulmann's guard - Joieson perhaps looking for a knockout. #CL2#
Schulmann moves into the clinch successfully.
Schulmann makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#TD#
Joieson has picked Schulmann up - he's going for a ride! Joieson dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Connor Joieson overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Joieson uses his free foot to push down on Schulmann's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Schulmann.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Joieson scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Joieson trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Schulmann tries to hold on but Joieson pushes him away.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#T1#
Joieson with shots to the head and body - Schulmann looks very uncomfortable down there.
Joieson is landing with some decent strikes but Schulmann is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Joieson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Schulmann can do to turn this around?
Joieson with a couple of short strikes.
Schulmann tries to reverse the position but Joieson maintains control.
Joieson with shots to the head and body - Schulmann looks very uncomfortable down there.
Schulmann tries to lock up and control but Joieson gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Joieson cracks Schulmann with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Joieson trying to control but Schulmann is having none of it.
Schulmann is in a horrible position here. Joieson smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Joieson blocks Schulmann's feeble attempts to strike from the bottom.
Schulmann keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Joieson lands a heavy elbow. #ROC#
Schulmann is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Joieson fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Schulmann is still in real trouble! Can Joieson finish him?
Schulmann really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Schulmann gets back to half guard.#T2#
Schulmann preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Joieson landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Schulmann wants to get back to full guard.
Joieson trying to control the action but Schulmann is working from the bottom.
Schulmann is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Schulmann seems to have recovered his senses.#SUB2#
Schulmann looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Joieson looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SU#
Joieson stands up out of the half guard.
Joieson wants to clinch.#TD#
Joieson drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.#T3##SUB2#
Schulmann has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Joieson should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Schulmann has tightened it up now! Joieson should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:26 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Yaniv Schulmann!
An out of breath Yaniv Schulmann thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: DUEL199     
Date:   Dec 08, 2018
#R1#
Abaddon looks to land a right hand but Schulmann moved out of range.
Abaddon catches Schulmann with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Schulmann takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Schulmann misses with a body kick.
A lazy left from Abaddon finds it's target.
Abaddon scores with a body shot.
Schulmann takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Schulmann on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Schulmann really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Abaddon throws a leg kick
and Schulmann counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Abaddon lands a head shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Abaddon checks the leg kick nicely there.
Schulmann misses with the combination.
Schulmann takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Abaddon scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Schulmann tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Schulmann takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Good shot there by Schulmann.#T1#
Abaddon lands a lovely overhand right.
Abaddon scores with a body shot.
Schulmann throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Abaddon counters with a nice leg kick.
Schulmann throws an overhand right that lands on Abaddon's shoulder, as Abaddon tries to avoid the shot.
Good shot there by Abaddon.
Schulmann tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Abaddon throws the left hand but Schulmann avoids the punch easily.
Abaddon just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromSchulmann.
Abaddon uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Schulmann.
Abaddon lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Abaddon lands with a thumping leg kick.
Schulmann throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Schulmann tries to clinch there but Abaddon circles away.
Abaddon works the jab nicely.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Some bone on bone action there as Abaddon checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Schulmann.
Schulmann throws a hook but Abaddon avoids it easily.
Abaddon tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Schulmann was well out of range. Poor timing from Abaddon.
The fight stays on the outside here - Schulmann looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Abaddon is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Schulmann had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.#T2#
Abaddon slips a straight right by Schulmann.
Abaddon ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Abaddon pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Schulmann throws a body shot but no joy.
Abaddon looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Ezekyle Abaddon is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Abaddon looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Abaddon misses with an uppercut. Schulmann saw that one coming.
Nice jab there from Abaddon.
Abaddon connects with a crisp jab.
Schulmann throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Abaddon lands with a good body shot.
Schulmann blocks the body kick.
Abaddon lands a head shot.
Abaddon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Schulmann moves away.
Good exchange - Abaddon coming out on top.
Schulmann motions for Abaddon to come forward. Schulmann throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Abaddon scores with a hook.
Abaddon throws a head kick but Schulmann moves out of range. #T3#
Schulmann tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Abaddon manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A nice side step and Abaddon releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Abaddon fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Abaddon uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Schulmann.
Abaddon connects with a right hand. Schulmann shakes it off.
Schulmann gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Abaddon.
Abaddon throws a shot from downtown. Schulmann moves away and avoids it.
Abaddon tries a head kick but it misses.
Schulmann takes one to the side of the head.
A bone on bone clash there as Abaddon blocks the leg kick.
Abaddon lands with a nice body punch.
Schulmann throws a body kick that misses.
A jab from Schulmann finds it's way through Abaddon's defenses.
A head kick misses from Abaddon.
Abaddon tried to score with a low kick but Schulmann checks it.
Abaddon scores with a shot to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Schulmann avoids a kick to the body.
Abaddon throws out a loose jab but Schulmann uses good head movement to avoid it. #T4#
Abaddon pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Abaddon tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Schulmann throws a head kick that misses
and Abaddon counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Abaddon throws a shot from downtown. Schulmann moves away and avoids it.
Abaddon has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Abaddon swings for the body but Schulmann moves out of range.
Schulmann looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Abaddon scores with a jab.
Abaddon throws a big shot that misses.
Abaddon throws a lazy right hand but Schulmann sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Schulmann takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Schulmann blocks a jab.
Abaddon swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Schulmann misses the shot to the body.
Abaddon now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A solid body kick from Abaddon. #TD#
Schulmann bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#SUB#
Schulmann is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Abaddon knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Schulmann trying to control the position but Abaddon is working away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ezekyle Abaddon dominated that round.
That's time! Schulmann's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Abaddon lands a slapping body shot.
Abaddon slips a jab and a cross from Schulmann.
Schulmann fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Abaddon jabs Schulmann to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Abaddon waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Schulmann.
Yaniv Schulmann is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Abaddon sizes up Schulmann with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Abaddon has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Abaddon sizes up Schulmann with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Schulmann takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
The crowd cheers as Abaddon lands an impressive looking overhand right. Schulmann doesn't seem phased though.
An inside leg kick lands from Schulmann.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Schulmann tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Abaddon throws out a counter right but Schulmann avoids it with no problem.
A slapping leg kick lands for Schulmann.
Schulmann misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Schulmann gets cracked there but stands up to it. #ROC2#
Schulmann is rocked!
Schulmann throws the kick towards the body but Abaddon avoids it.
Abaddon now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Schulmann.#T1#
Abaddon pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Schulmann staying out of range there.
It looked like Schulmann wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Abaddon takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Schulmann rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Abaddon moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Abaddon misses with a body shot.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Abaddon throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Schulmann pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Schulmann looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Abaddon lands with a hook. Schulmann tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Schulmann.
Schulmann misses with a looping right.
Schulmann has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Abaddon finds it's way round the side to connect with Schulmann's head. #TD#
Schulmann closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Abaddon's guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Schulmann is looking to work some ground and pound but Abaddon has wrist control.
Schulmann trying to control but Abaddon is working from the bottom.
Abaddon is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T2#
Abaddon pulls Schulmann in close to prevent any damage.
Abaddon wants to sweep but no luck.
Abaddon keeping moving, preventing Schulmann from controlling successfully.
Abaddon pulls Schulmann in to control the position.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Schulmann throws a leg kick but Abaddon sees it coming and moves out of range.
Abaddon scores with a hook to the body. Schulmann takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
The fighters circling - Abaddon throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Schulmann keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Abaddon thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Schulmann if he has to take too many more of those. #T3#
A head kick misses from Abaddon.
Abaddon throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Schulmann sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Schulmann tries to clinch but Abaddon moves away
and Abaddon counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Abaddon is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Schulmann uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Abaddon.
Abaddon connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Abaddon keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Abaddon looks to land a left hand but Schulmann moved out of range nicely.
Schulmann throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Abaddon sees it coming and avoids it easily.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Schulmann. #ES2#
Abaddon throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Schulmann is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Abaddon misses with a hook. Schulmann ducked under it nicely.
Schulmann swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#T4#
Schulmann connects with a leg kick. Abaddon looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Schulmann staying out of range there.
Schulmann appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Abaddon swings for the body but Schulmann moves out of range.
Schulmann throws a big counter combination but Abaddon scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Schulmann tries to close the distance and clinch but Abaddon swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Schulmann throws a body punch but Abaddon moves out of range.
Abaddon scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Schulmann looks to clinch
and Abaddon connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Schulmann lands a jab to the head.
Schulmann on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Abaddon. Abaddon obviously looking to wear him down.
Schulmann is trying hard to land a takedown here. Abaddon sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Yaniv Schulmann. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Abaddon clobbers Schulmann with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Ezekyle Abaddon seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Schulmann walks into a jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Schulmann cracks Abaddon with a right hand to the side of the head.
Abaddon works the jab nicely.
Schulmann misses with a hook.
Abaddon cracks Schulmann with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Oh Schulmann is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Abaddon slips under a jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ezekyle Abaddon showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Abaddon tests Schulmann's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Schulmann looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Abaddon is fending him off so far but Schulmann persists. Nope, Abaddon circles away and we're back to standing.
A nice side step and Abaddon releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Schulmann lands with an uppercut that bounces Abaddon off the cage and back into range.
Schulmann seems to have got his legs back now.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Schulmann.
Abaddon goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Abaddon buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Abaddon throws a hook but Schulmann blocks it.
Schulmann quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Abaddon thows a left - swing and a miss!
Abaddon scores with a hook to the body. Schulmann takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Abaddon goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Schulmann moves out of range as Abaddon strikes.
Abaddon throws a lazy head kick #TD#
and Schulmann decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Abaddon's guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Schulmann is stalling in the full guard.
Abaddon looking to hit a scissor sweep but Schulmann is one step ahead there. #T1#
Schulmann missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Abaddon keeping moving, preventing Schulmann from controlling successfully.
Abaddon tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Schulmann postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Schulmann postures up.
Schulmann stands and throws Abaddon's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Schulmann will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Schulmann tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Schulmann has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Abaddon is looking for a sweep.
Abaddon is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Schulmann is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Abaddon has managed to free his arm - good work.
Schulmann looks to land a strike but Abaddon avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Schulmann throwing strikes but missing.
Schulmann postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T3#
Schulmann trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Abaddon manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Schulmann manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Abaddon tries to stand but Schulmann is controlling from the bottom. #SUB#
Schulmann is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Schulmann manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Abaddon manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Abaddon controls Schulmann momentarily but Schulmann frees himself. #T4#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Abaddon is on top in guard. #REVB#
Abaddon wants to get up but he can't break Schulmann's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Schulmann is on top in guard. #REVR#
Abaddon avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Schulmann loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Schulmann lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Schulmann trying to control the position from guard on top but Abaddon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

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 Yaniv Schulmann.
I think Abaddon 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 Chris Edwards scores the fight 28:29
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 28:30
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 28:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ezekyle Abaddon!

 

Event: DUEL190 Baha v Petrov     
Date:   Nov 03, 2018
#R1#
Rob walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Rob checks a leg kick nicely.#TD2#
Rob scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
My spies in Training Center inform me that Rob has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
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.
Schulmann is looking to control Rob's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Schulmann avoid being mounted?
Schulmann keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Rob slips a nice elbow through Schulmann's hands, connecting with Schulmann's forehead.
Schulmann wants to control but Rob is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Schulmann tries to get to full guard but Rob has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Rob is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Schulmann has managed to free his arm - good work.
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.
Rob wants to free his trapped foot but Schulmann is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Schulmann is looking to control Rob's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Schulmann avoid being mounted?#T1#
Rob seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Rob is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Schulmann doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Rob.
Rob passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Schulmann! #SUB2#
Rob moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Schulmann has worked his arm free - good work by Schulmann! #SUB2#
Rob is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Schulmann has escaped the position, nice work there.
Schulmann is trying to get back to half guard.#T2#
Schulmann is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Rob off and has taken his back!
Schulmann is trying to stick to Rob's back but Rob is turning into Schulmann. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Schulmann's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Rob.
Schulmann avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Schulmann 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#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Schulmann takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB2#
Rob looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Schulmann not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Rob controlling the leg, holding on to half guard. #SUB#
Schulmann is looking for a kimura but Rob is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Schulmann to get the leverage. #T3#
Schulmann is looking to take a break and control but Rob is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Rob looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Schulmann really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#SUB2#
Rob looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Schulmann is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Rob has managed to free his arm - good work.
Schulmann trying to control from half guard but Rob is working away.
Schulmann looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Schulmann prevents Rob from improving 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.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Schulmann lands a nice short elbow.#SUB#
Schulmann is trying to work for a kimura but Rob is defending well.
Rob wants to get back to full guard.
Schulmann is keen to just control but Rob is a slippery customer.
Rob makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Rob.
Schulmann makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#SUB2#
Rob working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Schulmann doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Schulmann manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Rob looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Rob manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Schulmann manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ace Rob dominated that round.
That's time! Schulmann's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2##TD2#
Rob shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Rob preventing the sweep.
Rob trying to control but Schulmann is working from the bottom.
Schulmann will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Rob scoring with some ground and pound.
Rob trying to control but Schulmann is working from the bottom.
Schulmann lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Rob keeping moving, preventing Schulmann from controlling successfully.
Ace Rob has got the better of the ground game so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rob looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Schulmann wants to control from the top but Rob keeps moving.
Schulmann pushes down on Rob's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T1#
Schulmann is nestled in close to Rob, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Rob wants to control but Schulmann is keeping busy.
Rob is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Schulmann is staying active.
Rob is looking to improve his position.
Schulmann working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Schulmann scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Schulmann is looking to advance position but Rob won't allow it.
Rob is looking to improve his position.
Schulmann seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Rob does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T2#
Rob regains full guard. Nicely done.
Rob keeping moving, preventing Schulmann from controlling successfully.
Schulmann is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Rob is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Rob is trying to keep Schulmann in close.
Rob 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.
Rob keeping moving, preventing Schulmann from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Schulmann has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Rob to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Schulmann is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Rob pulls down on the head and he's put Schulmann to sleep! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Ace Rob!
A victorious Ace Rob thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

 

Event: DUEL#180 Zhai vs Leikola     
Date:   Sep 15, 2018
#R1##TD#
Jones gets a double leg takedown into Schulmann's guard.
Jones definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Schulmann not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Schulmann has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Death Valley Training Facility. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Jones tries to free his leg and advance position but Schulmann is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Jones is posturing up here but Schulmann has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Jones tries to roll out but it's too tight and Jones has to tap! Slick submission there by Schulmann!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Yaniv Schulmann!
Yaniv Schulmann seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: DUEL#174 Sigit vs Sin     
Date:   Aug 11, 2018
#R1#
Schulmann moves in looking to clinch but Huchkov pushes him off.
Schulmann dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Huchkov. That did some damage!
Huchkov throws a jab but it's blocked by Schulmann.
Nice shot lands for Huchkov.
Huchkov fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Huchkov scores with a punch to the head.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#KD#
Huchkov drops his shoulder and cracks Schulmann with a huge uppercut! Schulmann goes down! Can Huchkov finish him? #ROC#
Schulmann is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Huchkov tries to stand but Schulmann is controlling from the bottom.
Schulmann is still in real trouble! Can Huchkov finish him?
Huchkov gets to his feet and stands over Schulmann, holding his ankles. He dives in with a big left hand that connects! Schulmann felt that one! Huchkov unloads more punches and elbows and this one is over! The ref has dived in to save Schulmann from any more punishment!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Matel Huchkov!
After the fight, Matel Huchkov was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

 

Event: DFN#49 Ronaldo vs Steele     
Date:   Jul 28, 2018
#R1#
Pearson throws a lazy body kick
and Schulmann counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Schulmann tries a head kick but it misses.
Pearson scores with a jab to the body.
Schulmann looks to throw the jab but Pearson is out of range.
Schulmann moves out of range of the body kick.
Schulmann misses with a wild body shot.
Pearson connects with a body shot that sends Schulmann's belly button to the back.
Schulmann looks to land a right hand but Pearson moved out of range.
Pearson tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Schulmann manages to circle out of the way.
Schulmann takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.#CL#
Pearson has managed to clinch.
Pearson is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Schulmann is defending well for now.
Pearson lands a body shot in the clinch.
Schulmann avoiding damage as Pearson throws knees to the body.
Pearson gets an overhook and lands an elbow to 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!
Pearson keeps control of Schulmann as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Schulmann blocks an elbow strike from Pearson.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Pearson.
Schulmann is trying to break the clinch but Pearson has him pressed against the cage.
Schulmann takes a knee to the side of the body.
Pearson is working Schulmann over against the cage.
Schulmann looks winded!#T1#
Pearson lands an elbow inside.
Schulmann is looking to break free of the clinch but Pearson has double underhooks.
Pearson misses with a punch to the body. #BC2#
Schulmann manages to break the clinch.
Pearson lands a nice looking body kick.
The fight stays on the outside here - Pearson looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Schulmann takes a jab right on the kisser.
A big right from Schulmann misses.
Pearson scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Schulmann lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Pearson takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#CL2#
Schulmann moves into the clinch.
Schulmann can't find room to land a body shot as Pearson controls the action.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Pearson.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Schulmann prevents a body shot from Pearson.
Schulmann is trying to maintain a safe position but Pearson gets an underhook and turns Schulmann into the cage.
Pearson lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Pearson misses with a body punch. #T2#
Pearson working aggressively here.
Pearson pushes Schulmann back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Pearson tries a body shot but Schulmann blocks it.
Schulmann is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Schulmann managing to block the knees to the body from Pearson.
Schulmann blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Pearson lands a damaging elbow.
Pearson trying to land knees to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Pearson fails to land.
Pearson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Schulmann's elbow.
Pearson blocks a body shot from Schulmann.
Schulmann on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Schulmann is looking to control Pearson's arms but Pearson gets an underhook and turns him. Now Schulmann has his back to the cage.
Schulmann taking a breather.
Schulmann avoiding damage as Pearson throws knees to the body.
Pearson tries to throw a body punch but Schulmann avoids it by throwing Pearson back against the cage.
Pearson scores with a shoulder strike.
Schulmann doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Pearson lands an elbow just above Schulmann 's eye. #T3#
Schulmann blocking some punches.
Pearson throws a head punch that misses.
Pearson lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Schulmann misses with a body punch.
Pearson can't find room to land a body shot as Schulmann controls the action.
I was talking to Pearson's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Pearson.
Pearson lands a nice elbow.
Pearson lands an uppercut.
A right hand to the body from Pearson.
Knees in the clinch landing for Pearson.
Pearson comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Pearson throws an elbow but it's blocked. #BC2#
Schulmann manages to break the clinch.
Schulmann throws a head kick but Pearson moves out of range.
Schulmann showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Pearson.
Schulmann uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Pearson.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Pearson connects with an inside leg kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Pearson lands a right hook to the body. #T4#
Schulmann throws a quick inside leg kick.
Pearson tries to close the distance and clinch but Schulmann swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
No joy there for Schulmann, who threw a few shots but didn't land. #CL2#
Schulmann moves into the clinch successfully.
Schulmann misses with some punches. #TD2#
Schulmann gets control of Pearson's arms and successfully pulls guard. Schulmann will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Pearson has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Schulmann is proving hard to escape from.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pearson stopping the sweep attempt from Schulmann.
Schulmann trying to keep a closed guard but Pearson is proving a slippery customer. #SU#
Pearson decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Pearson bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Pearson moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Schulmann scores with a decent looking hook.
Pearson keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Johnny Pearson dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Pearson cracks Schulmann with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Schulmann moves out of range as Pearson throws a body kick.
Yaniv Schulmann is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Pearson connects with a body shot.
Pearson is looking to wear down Schulmann with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Nice cross by Schulmann.
A cross from Pearson lands.
Schulmann throws the left hand but Pearson avoids the punch easily.
Pearson's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Pearson duly obliges.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Pearson - that will leave a mark!
Jab by Pearson.
Schulmann takes a swing at Pearson's ribcage but misses.
Johnny Pearson is winning the standup battle so far.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Schulmann throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Pearson lands a jab-cross combination.
Pearson ducks under a wild hook from Schulmann.
Pearson blocks a low kick nicely.
Schulmann shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Schulmann misses with an uppercut.
Schulmann keeps the fight on the outside.
The fight stays on the outside here - Pearson looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Schulmann appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Pearson looks for the body kick but Schulmann saw that one coming.
Pearson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Schulmann can do to turn this around?#T1#
Pearson explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
A low kick from Schulmann misses
letting Pearson counter with a right hand.
Pearson misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Pearson scores with a head kick. #ROC#
Schulmann is rocked!
Crunch! Pearson slams his shin into Schulmann's torso.
Schulmann is still on wobbly legs! Can Pearson finish him?
Pearson with a nice cross.
Pearson lands with a kick to the temple. Schulmann shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Pearson turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Pearson fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Schulmann.
Pearson feints and then cracks Schulmann's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Schulmann down.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Schulmann throws a hook to the side of Pearson's head but Pearson sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Pearson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Schulmann manages to avoid it.
Schulmann tries a quick counter leg kick but Pearson is wise to it.
Pearson lands a nice looking body shot.
A shot to the liver by Pearson. Beautiful body shot.
Schulmann shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Pearson cracks Schulmann with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Schulmann tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Pearson swivels and escapes.
Schulmann is breathing heavily.
Pearson connects with a crisp jab.
Schulmann doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
A slapping leg kick lands for Pearson.
Schulmann takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#T2#
Schulmann throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Pearson feints with a jab and clips Schulmann right behind the ear with a massive overhand right! Schulmann is sent crashing into the canvas and Pearson leaps in for the kill! Schulmann tries to get to his feet but Pearson is just battering him from every conceivable angle. The ref decides that Schulmann is in need of a savior and steps in!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:09 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Johnny Pearson!

 

Event: DUEL#168 Ketler vs Pearson     
Date:   Jul 07, 2018
#R1#
Killer fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Schulmann.
Schulmann throws a body shot but no joy.
Schulmann moves out of range as Killer strikes.
Killer tries to work over Schulmann's front leg with a kick but Schulmann checks it.
Schulmann connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Killer momentarily.
Schulmann dives in and grabs Killer's left leg, looking for a takedown. Killer pushes down on Schulmann's head and hops out.
Killer throws a leg kick but Schulmann sees it coming and moves out of range.
Killer checks the leg kick.
Killer moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
A slow jab from Killer misses its intended target.
Schulmann scoring well with a low kick there.
Schulmann pivots, looking for a leg kick but Killer is out of range and Schulmann settles back down.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Schulmann 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 Killer has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Killer and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Killer! But no joy.
Killer lands a nice shot to the body.
A big right from Schulmann misses.
Killer throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
It looked like Schulmann was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Schulmann looks to land a combination but Killer avoids it well.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Killer throws an overhand right that lands on Schulmann's shoulder, as Schulmann tries to avoid the shot.
Killer throws a shot to the body.
Schulmann throws a leg kick
and Killer counters with a nice uppercut.
Good exchange - Killer coming out on top.#T1#
Schulmann wants to land a leg kick but Killer is out of range.
Killer waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Schulmann.#CL#
Schulmann has taken the fight to the clinch.
Killer misses with a punch on the inside.
Schulmann lands a left hand.
Schulmann tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Killer's elbow.
Killer connects with a knee to the head. #TD#
Schulmann has clasped his hands together around Killer's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. #SUB#
Schulmann goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Killer has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Schulmann but great work by Killer.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Both fighters take a look at the clock.
Schulmann avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Killer. #SU2#
Killer decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Schulmann pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.#T2#
Schulmann takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Natural Born Killer is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Killer with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Schulmann really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Killer scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Schulmann doesn't seem bothered though.
Schulmann uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Killer.
Schulmann steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Killer.
Schulmann takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Killer throws a nice outside leg kick.
That kick from Schulmann tenderised Killer's leg. Killer is trying to keep his angry face on.
Schulmann misses with a wild combination.
Killer is trying to counter with his kicks.
A swing and a miss from Schulmann.
Killer attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Schulmann fails to land the takedown.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Killer jabs Schulmann to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Schulmann throws a jab but it's blocked by Killer.
Schulmann avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T3#
A nice leg kick lands there from Killer.
Killer misses with an uppercut. Schulmann saw that one coming.
Killer misses with a low kick.
Schulmann uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Killer.
A chopping leg kick lands by Schulmann.
A swing and a miss from Schulmann.
Killer is looking to score with low kicks.
Killer just misses with a punch to the body.
Schulmann throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Killer scores with the left hand. Schulmann knows he should have avoided that one.
Killer feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Schulmann's calf.#CL#
Schulmann rushes Killer and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Killer pressing his opponent against the cage.
Schulmann working hard to break the clinch.
Killer has Schulmann pressed against the cage.
Killer throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Schulmann blocks it with crossed arms. #T4#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Schulmann. #BC#
Schulmann breaks the clinch.
Killer throws a body punch but Schulmann moves out of range.
Schulmann goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
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!
Good shot there by Killer.
Schulmann fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
A jab from Killer finds it's way through Schulmann's defenses.
Schulmann blocks a low kick nicely.
Killer misses with a low kick as Schulmann jumps back.
Killer scores with a decent looking hook.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Schulmann.
Schulmann throws the kick towards the body but Killer avoids it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Schulmann throws a sloppy head kick and Killer moves out of range easily.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Killer.
Killer moves out of range of the body kick.
Killer throws a hook but Schulmann blocks it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Natural Born Killer dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Killer moves forwards but Schulmann connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Schulmann lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Schulmann moves away from the strike by Killer.
A looping hook to the body misses from Schulmann. Killer does a little dance to reset his feet.
Killer only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Natural Born Killer seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Schulmann fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Killer.
Yaniv Schulmann is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Schulmann connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Killer's hands.
Schulmann shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Killer as he avoids it easily.
Killer is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Schulmann throws a body kick that misses
and Killer counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Killer stuffs the takedown attempt from Schulmann. Schulmann gets slowly back to his feet.
Schulmann looks to land a left hand but Killer moved out of range nicely.
Schulmann chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Killer can pounce on him.
Killer looks to throw the jab but Schulmann is out of range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Killer lands with a straight right. Schulmann didn't see that one coming.
Killer cracks Schulmann with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Killer scores with a hook to the body. Schulmann takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Schulmann throws a head kick that misses.
Schulmann is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Sloppy strikes from Schulmann. Those never looked like landing. #T1#
Schulmann staying out of range there.
Killer tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Schulmann was well out of range. Poor timing from Killer.
Killer is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Killer lands a nice looking body shot.
Killer is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Schulmann.
Schulmann goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
It seemed like Killer was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Killer throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Schulmann sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A little feinted left hand from Schulmann on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#CL#
Schulmann clinches with his opponent.
Schulmann throws a head punch that misses.
Schulmann takes a shot to the head.
Schulmann wants to break the clinch but can't.
Killer tries a body shot but Schulmann blocks it.
A right hand to the body from Killer.
Still in the clinch, Killer scores with a nice short uppercut.
A short right from Killer on the inside.
Killer is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son. #TD#
Schulmann pulls Killer into guard. #T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Killer throwing strikes from guard but Schulmann blocks nicely.
Killer pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Schulmann is keeping the position for now.
Killer sitting in guard here, content to control.
Schulmann looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SU2#
Schulmann is working an open guard so Killer takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Schulmann throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Killer misses with a hook. Schulmann ducked under it nicely.
Killer throws an overhand right that lands on Schulmann's shoulder, as Schulmann tries to avoid the shot.
Schulmann scores with the left hand. Killer knows he should have avoided that one.
A looping hook to the body misses from Schulmann. Killer does a little dance to reset his feet.
Killer connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #T3#
Killer fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Schulmann manages to avoid it.
Schulmann slips a jab and a cross from Killer.
The fight stays on the outside here - Schulmann looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Schulmann slips a jab from Killer.
Schulmann misses with a double jab
letting Killer counter with a right hand.
Nice defenses there by Killer.
A jab lands there for Killer.
Schulmann misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Yaniv Schulmann. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A chopping leg kick lands by Schulmann.
Schulmann misses with an uppercut
and Killer counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Killer misses with a looping left.
Schulmann tries to clinch but Killer is having none of it.
Some wild striking there from Killer. #T4#
Some bone on bone action there as Killer checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Schulmann doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Killer counters with a low kick, right behind Schulmann 's knee.
Killer misses with a body shot.
Killer fails to land with a series of punches.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Killer fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Schulmann moves forwards but Killer connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Schulmann is trying hard to land a takedown here. Killer sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Killer throws a nice outside leg kick.
Schulmann takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Killer feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Schulmann's calf.
A left lands for Killer.
Killer keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Schulmann tries to close the distance and clinch but Killer swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Schulmann sizes up Killer with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Schulmann tries for a takedown but Killer sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Natural Born Killer showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Killer bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Schulmann's head backwards.
Killer throws a nice looking combination but Schulmann bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Killer lands a nice leg kick that just misses Schulmann's sensitive parts.
Schulmann throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Killer lands a leg kick that knocks Schulmann off balance momentarily.
Killer throws a low kick but Schulmann moves out of range easily.
Killer lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Killer bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Schulmann's corner calls for a 1-2. Schulmann obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Nice body punch from Killer.
A chopping leg kick lands by Killer.
Killer lands with a nice body punch.
Killer throws a jab when Schulmann was well out of range.
Schulmann connects with a right hand. Killer shakes it off.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Killer misses with a series of wild punches.
Killer lands with a nice body punch. #T1#
Schulmann walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Schulmann scores with a nice body kick.
Killer takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Killer throws a hook to the side of Schulmann's head but Schulmann sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Schulmann feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Killer throws out a loose jab but Schulmann uses good head movement to avoid it.
Schulmann with a poor takedown
and Killer counters with a nice uppercut.
Killer dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Schulmann. That did some damage!
Killer throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Killer takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Killer lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Schulmann gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Schulmann slips a straight right by Killer.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Schulmann thumps Killer with a low kick.
A left and a right from Killer both land. Nice combination.
Killer throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Killer lands with a right hand. #T2#
A good leg kick by Schulmann. #CL#
Schulmann fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Killer, pushing him back against the cage.
Killer throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Schulmann blocks it with crossed arms.
Killer lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty! #ROC2#
Schulmann is rocked!
Killer misses with a knee to the head.
Oh Schulmann is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Killer has a couple of punches blocked by Schulmann.
Schulmann tries a body shot but Killer blocks it.
Killer lands a hook to the side of the head.
Schulmann tries a body shot but Killer blocks it.
Killer landing knees to the head.
Schulmann's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Schulmann blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Killer swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Schulmann has had enough of the clinch but Killer keeps him there for the moment.
Killer tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Schulmann is trying to break free.
Killer lands a right hand that snaps the head of Schulmann backwards.
Killer misses with a punch on the inside.
Schulmann tries to stall but Killer uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Killer scores with a shoulder strike. #T3#
Killer tries a body shot but Schulmann blocks it.
Schulmann tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Killer's elbow.
Killer doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Killer.
Natural Born Killer is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Killer blocks a body shot from Schulmann.
A right handed body shot lands from Killer.
Killer has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Killer scores with a shot to the side of Schulmann's head.
Schulmann tries to circle away but Killer has him pinned against the cage.
Schulmann has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Schulmann is trying to force a seperation but Killer has the dominant position.
Killer lands an uppercut.
Killer with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Schulmann working hard to break the clinch.#TD#
Schulmann gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Schulmann stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Killer swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Schulmann throws a strike but Killer rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##T4#
Killer wants to get up but he can't break Schulmann's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Killer's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Killer is continuing to stall.
Killer would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Schulmann seems to have got his legs back now.
Natural Born Killer has got the better of the ground game so far.
Killer showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SU2#
Killer gets to his feet. Schulmann looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Schulmann wants to land a leg kick but Killer is out of range.
Schulmann fails with the takedown
and Killer counters with a stiff right hand.
Yaniv Schulmann has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Schulmann has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Killer.

And that's the end of the fight!
Natural Born Killer comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Killer 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 Columbo Gatti scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 27:30
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Natural Born Killer!

A very excited looking Natural Born Killer 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: DUEL#165 Lafayette vs Denke     
Date:   Jun 23, 2018
#R1#
Pearson 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.
A nice inside leg kick there by Pearson. That's going to slow Schulmann down.
Pearson moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Schulmann has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Pearson finds it's way round the side to connect with Schulmann's head.
Schulmann is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Pearson moves out of range of the strikes.
Schulmann fails with a takedown attempt.
Schulmann shoots in for a double leg but Pearson sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Pearson moves out of range of the strikes.
Pearson misses the shot to the body.
Schulmann walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Pearson ducks under a wild hook from Schulmann.
Johnny Pearson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Pearson works Schulmann's body with a nice hook.
Schulmann thumps Pearson with a low kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Crunch! Pearson slams his shin into Schulmann's torso.
Pearson looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Pearson scores with a head kick.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Schulmann crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Pearson - the referee stops the clock and Schulmann gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Pearson. Schulmann manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
A head kick misses from Pearson.
Schulmann counters with a body kick.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Schulmann closes this distance looking for a takedown but Pearson circles away.
Johnny Pearson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Yaniv Schulmann.
Schulmann throws a head kick but Pearson moves out of range.
Pearson throws a front kick that sends Schulmann stumbling back into the cage.#T1#
Schulmann takes a swing at Pearson's ribcage but misses.
Pearson scores with a kick to the body.
Schulmann 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.#CL2#
Schulmann clinches with his opponent.
With the fighters up against the cage, Pearson throws an elbow but misses.
Pearson gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Pearson tries a body shot but Schulmann blocks it.
Pearson throws a head punch that misses.
Schulmann on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Pearson scores with a hook to the body.
Pearson can't find room to land a body shot as Schulmann controls the action.
Pearson lands an elbow just above Schulmann 's eye.
Pearson has a couple of punches blocked by Schulmann.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Pearson.
Schulmann takes a knee to the side of the body.
Pearson working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Pearson lands a nice uppercut.#BC2#
Schulmann breaks the clinch.
Pearson tries to close the distance and clinch but Schulmann swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Schulmann looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T2#
Pearson swings for the body but Schulmann moves out of range.
Pearson avoids the head kick by Schulmann.
Pearson lands a jab to the head.
Schulmann misses with a wild body shot.
Pearson throws a shot to the body. #CL#
Pearson rushes Schulmann and presses him up against the cage.
Pearson scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Pearson managing to block the knees to the body from Schulmann.
Pearson struggles to land a body shot inside as Schulmann controls his hands.
Pearson misses with an elbow strike.
Pearson lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Schulmann backwards.
Pearson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Schulmann jumps guard but Pearson stands there with Schulmann around his waist. Schulmann gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Schulmann slows down the pace here.
Pearson tries a knee to the head but he's missed. #T3#
Schulmann misses with a punch to the body.
Schulmann tries for a takedown. No joy.
A body shot lands from Pearson.
Schulmann blocking some punches.
Pearson tries a body shot but Schulmann blocks it.
Pearson working Schulmann over with knees to the body.
Pearson throws a punch but it's blocked by Schulmann.
Schulmann dodges an elbow strike from Pearson.
Pearson lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Schulmann has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Pearson swings wildly with an uppercut but Schulmann uses good head movement to avoid it.
Pearson misses with a hook to the ribs.
Schulmann managing to block the knees to the body from Pearson.
Pearson has a couple of punches blocked by Schulmann.
Pearson works on Schulmann's body with a couple of short punches.
Schulmann stalls.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch. #T4#
A right hand to the body from Pearson.
A right hand to the body from Pearson.
Pearson presses Schulmann against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Knees in the clinch landing for Pearson.
Schulmann looks winded!
Pearson lands with a short punch from the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Pearson tries to work over Schulmann's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Pearson lands a nice uppercut.
Pearson misses with an elbow strike.
Schulmann wants a takedown.
Pearson lands a damaging elbow.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Pearson lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #ROC#
Schulmann is rocked!
Pearson misses with a body punch.
Schulmann is still on wobbly legs! Can Pearson finish him?
Pearson swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Pearson cracks Schulmann with a nice body shot.
Schulmann seems to have recovered his senses.#BC2#
Schulmann breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Johnny Pearson dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Schulmann lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Pearson lands an overhand right.
Schulmann throws a low kick, looking for Pearson's leg but Pearson calmly moves out of range.
Schulmann misses with a series of wild punches.
Pearson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Schulmann can do to turn this around?
A chopping leg kick lands by Pearson.
Johnny Pearson is winning the standup battle so far.
Pearson slips under a jab.
Pearson goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Schulmann throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Pearson is looking to counter the offense by Schulmann and move into the clinch.
Pearson is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Schulmann ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Pearson moves away.
Pearson throws a front kick that sends Schulmann stumbling back into the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Schulmann drives through with a takedown into 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!
Schulmann tries to free his leg and advance position but Pearson is retaining full guard.
Pearson working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Schulmann. #ES#
Pearson pushes Schulmann off and scrambles back to his feet.
A left lands for Pearson.#T1#
Pearson jabs Schulmann right on the nose. Schulmann blinks but takes it well.
Pearson throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Schulmann stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Schulmann tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Pearson is able to avoid easily.
Johnny Pearson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Pearson bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Pearson scores with a nice body kick.
A solid body kick from Pearson.
Schulmann misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Schulmann is breathing heavily.
Pearson lands with a nice body punch.
Schulmann moves out of range of the body kick.
Pearson scores with a push kick.
Pearson lands a glancing blow to the side of Schulmann's head.
Good shot there by Pearson.
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!
Pearson is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Schulmann has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Pearson.
Schulmann misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
As Schulmann tries to get set, Pearson tries to push him back and clinch up but Schulmann manages to avoid the attempt.
Pearson scores with a jab to the body.
Pearson moves in looking to clinch but Schulmann pushes him off.
Schulmann swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Schulmann misses with a hook.#T2#
Schulmann misses with an uppercut.
Pearson with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Pearson lands with a nice body punch.
Schulmann takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Schulmann shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Pearson as he avoids it easily.
Pearson thinks about countering with a head kick.
Pearson throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Schulmann stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Pearson lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Pearson lands a high kick!
Schulmann moves out of range of the body kick.
Pearson staying out of range there.
It looked like Pearson wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Pearson scores with a kick to the midsection.
A chopping leg kick lands by Pearson.
Pearson scores with a jab. Schulmann acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #CL2#
Schulmann instigates a clinch.
Pearson gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Pearson dips a shoulder and cracks Schulmann with a mighty uppercut! Schulmann falls back against the cage and Pearson unloads with a barrage of strikes! Schulmann is completely out with his eyes open, only supported by the cage! Save him ref! Eventually the ref decides to do his job and jumps in - Pearson screams abuse at the incompetent official before going over to celebrate with his corner. Brutal stuff!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Johnny Pearson!

 

Event: DUEL#161 Bushiri vs Von Ketler     
Date:   Jun 09, 2018
#R1#
Schulmann looks to land a combination but Saibot avoids it well.
Saibot drops down looking for a counter takedown but Schulmann sprawls and moves away.
Saibot throws a hook to the side of Schulmann's head but Schulmann sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
We've been hearing reports that Saibot has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Saibot throws a hook to the side of Schulmann's head but Schulmann sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Schulmann throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #TD2#
Schulmann is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Saibot's half guard.
Saibot is concentrating on defense, preventing Schulmann from advancing position. #SUB#
Saibot looking for submissions off his back.
Schulmann controlling the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Saibot trying to control but Schulmann postures up.
Saibot slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Saibot is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T1#
Schulmann content to stall in guard here.
Schulmann is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Saibot is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Saibot wants to sweep here but Schulmann controlling him for the moment.
Schulmann trying to control but Saibot is working from the bottom.
Schulmann with a flurry of punches that miss.
Saibot keeping moving, preventing Schulmann from controlling successfully. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Schulmann trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Saibot looking to control.
Schulmann trying to control the position from guard on top but Saibot is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Saibot misses with a wild body shot.
A jab from Saibot misses.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Schulmann cracks Saibot with a good jab.
Schulmann misses with a body shot.
Schulmann closes the distance and clinches up with Saibot, looking for a takedown. Schulmann pushes Saibot against the cage but Saibot circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Saibot on the wrong end of a nice jab.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Saibot lands a slapping body shot.
Schulmann takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Saibot throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Schulmann cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Saibot scores with a shot to the body.
Saibot misses with a straight left.
Schulmann lands a front kick.
Schulmann misses with a wild body shot.
Saibot connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Schulmann's hands.#T3#
Schulmann scores with a hook to the body. Saibot takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Saibot misses with a hook.
Saibot shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Schulmann avoids the body shot from Saibot.
Schulmann changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Saibot swings widly with a right hand
and Schulmann counters with a left and a right that stings Saibot.
Schulmann takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Schulmann walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Schulmann looks for the body kick but Saibot saw that one coming.
Schulmann misses with a wild combination.
Saibot misses with a hook. Schulmann ducked under it nicely.
Saibot connects with a looping right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Schulmann tries to clinch but Saibot is having none of it.
A bone on bone clash there as Schulmann blocks the leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Saibot. Schulmann does a little dance to reset his feet.
Saibot misses the shot to the body. #T4#
Saibot throws a wild body kick that Schulmann sees coming a mile off.
Saibot misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Schulmann.
Saibot misses with an uppercut. Schulmann saw that one coming.
Saibot walks into a straight right hand from Schulmann.
Schulmann drops his hands momentarily and Saibot takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Schulmann cracks the inside of Saibot's front leg.
Schulmann stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Saibot throws a hook but Schulmann avoids it easily.
A nice inside leg kick there by Schulmann. That's going to slow Saibot down.
Saibot misses with a double jab
and Schulmann connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#TD2#
Schulmann closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Saibot's guard.
Schulmann engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB#
Saibot looking for subs off his back but Schulmann has passed one foot through into half guard. #SUB#
Saibot looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Yaniv Schulmann dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
The fighters circling - Saibot throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Schulmann steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Saibot.
Saibot pivots, looking for a leg kick but Schulmann is out of range and Saibot settles back down.
Schulmann looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Saibot throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Schulmann is defended easily by Saibot.
Yaniv Schulmann is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Schulmann.
Saibot changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#CL2#
Schulmann gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Schulmann swings wildly with an uppercut but Saibot uses good head movement to avoid it.
Saibot avoiding damage.
Nice body punch from Saibot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schulmann blocks a body shot from Saibot.
A body shot lands from Saibot.
Schulmann has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Schulmann lands a hook to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Schulmann.
Saibot tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Schulmann's elbow.
Schulmann tries to stall but Saibot uses the opportunity to gain a better position. #T1##BC#
Saibot pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Saibot keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Schulmann stalks Saibot and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Saibot's face. Saibot staggers backwards, shaken.
Saibot fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#TD2#
Schulmann shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#SUB2#
Schulmann is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Saibot has managed to free his arm - good work.
Schulmann throwing shots but Saibot is blocking nicely. #SUB#
Saibot looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Schulmann is trying to control the action in half guard but Saibot is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2##SUB#
Saibot looking for submissions off his back.
Saibot might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
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!
Saibot wants to improve his position but Schulmann is controlling well.
Saibot is in trouble now - Schulmann has advanced to mount!
Schulmann tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Schulmann can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Saibot is looking to escape.
Saibot is in all sorts of trouble here. #T3#
Schulmann wants to control the pace but Saibot is squirming around nicely.
Schulmann landing strikes from the mount and Saibot is in trouble!
Schulmann controlling from mount.
Saibot is wriggling around trying to escape.
Schulmann working the ground and pound effectively.
Saibot keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Schulmann is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Schulmann scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Saibot? #T4#
Schulmann tries to control but Saibot wriggling away. #SUB2#
Schulmann working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Saibot is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Saibot in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Saibot regains half guard.
Schulmann wants to pass to mount but Saibot is defending the position.
Saibot trying to control but Schulmann postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Yaniv Schulmann showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Saibot throws a solid leg kick but Schulmann takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Saibot.
Saibot takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Schulmann clobbers Saibot with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Schulmann misses with a body kick.
Saibot lands an overhand right.
Saibot throws out a powerful jab.
Schulmann throws a nice looking combination but Saibot bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Saibot slips a jab and a cross from Schulmann.
Schulmann will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Saibot tries to counter with a takedown but Schulmann is quick to defend against it.
Saibot moves out of range of the strikes.
Saibot connects with a leg kick. Schulmann looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Schulmann ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Saibot moves away.
Saibot misses with the combination.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Saibot looks to land a combination. Schulmann sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Saibot throws a right and a left that Schulmann avoids nicely.
Schulmann takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there. #T1#
Saibot moves out of range of the body kick from Schulmann.
A good leg kick by Schulmann.
Schulmann has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Schulmann lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Schulmann.
Saibot fails with the takedown.
Schulmann avoids the body shot from Saibot.
Yaniv Schulmann seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Saibot dodges the punch combination from Schulmann.
Saibot lands a nice hook to Schulmann's body. Schulmann takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
A shot to the liver by Saibot. Beautiful body shot.
A low kick from Saibot is predictable there
and Schulmann counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Schulmann scores with a one two! Saibot had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Schulmann - that will leave a mark!
Schulmann lands a front kick.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Schulmann throws a head kick but Saibot moves out of range.
Schulmann uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Saibot.
Noob Saibot has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Schulmann throws a wild body kick that Saibot sees coming a mile off.
Saibot throws a jab but it's blocked by Schulmann.
Schulmann thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Saibot if he has to take too many more of those.
Saibot misses the shot to the body.
Saibot keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Schulmann.
Saibot just misses with a punch to the body.
Schulmann slips a jab from Saibot.
Good work by Schulmann as he checks the leg kick.#CL2#
Schulmann clinches up with Saibot and pushes him back against the cage.
A battle for position here, against the cage.#BC2#
Schulmann breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Saibot throws a jab when Schulmann was well out of range.
Saibot fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Schulmann checks it well.
Schulmann slips under a jab from Saibot.
Saibot throws a sloppy body shot
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.#T3#
Saibot tries to work over Schulmann's front leg with a kick but Schulmann checks it. #CL2#
Schulmann rushes Saibot and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Saibot tries to throw a body punch but Schulmann avoids it by throwing Saibot back against the cage.
Schulmann lands a body shot in the clinch.
Schulmann wants to take the fight to the mat but Saibot manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Saibot tries to work over Schulmann's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Saibot tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Schulmann creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Schulmann makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
The referee calls for Schulmann to work.
A right hand to the body from Saibot.
Schulmann goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Saibot has Schulmann pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Schulmann manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Saibot misses with a hook to the ribs.
Saibot struggles to land a body shot inside as Schulmann controls his hands.
Saibot lands with a light punch inside.
Saibot misses with a hook to the ribs.
Schulmann cracks Saibot with a nice body shot.#T4#
Schulmann lands a hook that snaps the head of Saibot backwards. #TD#
Saibot turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Saibot manages to end up in side control.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Schulmann is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Saibot working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Schulmann is looking to reverse the position.
Schulmann wants to control but Saibot postures up.
Yaniv Schulmann is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Saibot landing strikes.
Saibot lands a few punches from side control.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Schulmann gets back to half guard.
Saibot missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Schulmann regains full guard. Nicely done.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Yaniv Schulmann.
Well Schulmann 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 Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 27:30
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 27:30
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Yaniv Schulmann!

After winning the bout, Yaniv Schulmann thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: DUEL#158 Kuchar vs Ajax     
Date:   May 26, 2018
#R1#
Bushiri works Schulmann's body with a nice hook.
Schulmann throws a hook to the side of Bushiri's head but Bushiri sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Schulmann misses with a series of wild punches.
Bushiri misses with a looping left.
Schulmann replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Bushiri blocks it well.
A combination from Schulmann does no damage.
Schulmann swings for the body but Bushiri moves out of range.
Schulmann is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Bushiri lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Schulmann cracks Bushiri with a right hand to the side of the head.
Bushiri is looking to clinch but Schulmann is avoiding it.
Schulmann dips to his left and cracks Bushiri with an uppercut!#CUT2#
It looks like Shepherd Bushiri has been cut.
Both fighters circling a little - Schulmann finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Schulmann circles away from the clinch attempt.
Bushiri throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Schulmann let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Bushiri swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Schulmann swings widly with a right hand
and Bushiri counters with a slapping leg kick.
Schulmann just misses with a punch to the body.
Bushiri is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Schulmann.
Schulmann misses with a head kick.
Bushiri lands a jab to Schulmann's midsection.#T1#
A chopping leg kick lands by Schulmann.
Shepherd Bushiri is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bushiri pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Bushiri avoids a kick to the body.
Bushiri swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Nice body kick from Bushiri.
Bushiri tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Schulmann is able to avoid easily.
Bushiri lands a nice leg kick that just misses Schulmann's sensitive parts.
Bushiri cracks Schulmann with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Schulmann shoots in but no luck this time.
Schulmann on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Bushiri lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
The crowd cheers as Bushiri lands an impressive looking overhand right. Schulmann doesn't seem phased though.
Schulmann has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Bushiri finds it's way round the side to connect with Schulmann's head.
Schulmann throws a push kick but Bushiri slaps the foot to one side.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bushiri works the jab nicely.
Nice body punch from Bushiri.
Bushiri throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #T2#
Bushiri throws a hook but Schulmann blocks it.
Schulmann cracks a nice hook into Bushiri's ribs.
Schulmann uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Bushiri has time to react.
Schulmann tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Bushiri swivels and escapes.
Schulmann 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.
Bushiri lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Bushiri misses the shot to the body. #CL2#
Schulmann moves into the clinch successfully.
Schulmann blocks a body shot from Bushiri.
Bushiri lands with a short shot to the head.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Bushiri misses with a hook to the ribs.
Schulmann displaying some good clinch control by pressing Bushiri up against the cage.
Schulmann is looking to control Bushiri's arms but Bushiri gets an underhook and turns him. Now Schulmann has his back to the cage.
Bushiri can't find room to land a body shot as Schulmann controls the action.
Bushiri tries to throw a body punch but Schulmann avoids it by throwing Bushiri back against the cage. #T3#
Schulmann blocks an uppercut.
Schulmann misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bushiri lands with a right to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bushiri.
Bushiri tries to throw a body punch but Schulmann avoids it by throwing Bushiri back against the cage.
Schulmann drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Shepherd Bushiri has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Yaniv Schulmann.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Schulmann.
Bushiri lands a hook that snaps the head of Schulmann backwards.
Schulmann tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Schulmann tries to work over Bushiri's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bushiri misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bushiri tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Schulmann's elbow.
Schulmann throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Bushiris head.
Bushiri lands with a left to the head.
Schulmann doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Schulmann is trying to stall.
Bushiri tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T4#
Bushiri throws a punch but it's blocked by Schulmann.
Schulmann misses with the head strike.
Bushiri digs a right hand underneath Schulmann's ribcage. Schulmann let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Bushiri blocking some punches.
Schulmann is looking to take this one to the mat.
Bushiri throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Schulmann misses with a punch on the inside.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Schulmann lands a hook that snaps the head of Bushiri backwards.
Bushiri cracks Schulmann with a nice body shot.
Bushiri lands a left hand.
Schulmann misses with some punches.
Bushiri misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bushiri gets through Schulmann's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Bushiri lands with a left to the head.
Bushiri has a couple of punches blocked by Schulmann.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A hook to the body from Bushiri.
Schulmann lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Bushiri or not.
Bushiri misses with a punch on the inside.
Bushiri working aggressively here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Shepherd Bushiri dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Shepherd Bushiri's cut.
That's time! Bushiri's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Schulmann avoids the body shot from Bushiri.
Bushiri fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Schulmann has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Schulmann tries to clinch but Bushiri moves out of range.
Schulmann doesn't succeed with the takedown#CL#
and Bushiri counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Bushiri misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bushiri working aggressively here.
Schulmann blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Schulmann blocks an uppercut.
Bushiri misses with a punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schulmann tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Schulmann lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #TD2#
Schulmann tightens his grip and picks Bushiri up, before dumping him to the ground. Bushiri manages to land in guard. #ES#
Bushiri is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Schulmann presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A nice right hand lands inside from Bushiri.
Bushiri gets through Schulmann's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#T1#
Bushiri throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Schulmanns head.
Bushiri tries to throw a body punch but Schulmann avoids it by throwing Bushiri back against the cage.
Schulmann scores with a shot to the side of Bushiri's head.
Bushiri lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Schulmann is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Bushiri is keeping busy.
Schulmann can't find room to land a body shot as Bushiri controls the action.
Bushiri is leaning against Schulmann and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Bushiri tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Bushiri has a couple of punches blocked by Schulmann.
Bushiri lands a left hand.
A head punch on the inside from Schulmann fails to land.
Bushiri working aggressively here.
Bushiri tries to work over Schulmann's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bushiri misses with some punches.
Schulmann cracks Bushiri with a nice body shot.
Shepherd Bushiri has scored more points in the clinch so far.
A head punch on the inside from Schulmann fails to land.
A right hook to the body lands for Bushiri.
Bushiri misses with a body punch. #T2#
Bushiri working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Schulmann makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Schulmann is trying to break the clinch but Bushiri has him pressed against the cage.
Bushiri scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Bushiri blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Schulmann tries to throw a body punch but Bushiri avoids it by throwing Schulmann back against the cage.
Bushiri tries a body shot but Schulmann blocks it.
Schulmann scores with a shot to the side of Bushiri's head.
Bushiri is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Schulmann can do to turn this around?
A left hand lands to the body for Bushiri.
Bushiri lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A body shot lands from Schulmann.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Schulmann.
Good body shot from Bushiri.
Bushiri lands a hook to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from Schulmann fails to land.
Schulmann lands an uppercut.
Schulmann prevents a body shot from Bushiri. #BC2#
Schulmann manages to break the clinch.
Bushiri misses with a jab, cross combination. #T3#
Schulmann misses with a hook. Bushiri ducked under it nicely.
Bushiri lands with a thumping leg kick.
Schulmann takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Yaniv Schulmann is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Schulmann throws a solid leg kick but Bushiri takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Schulmann.
Schulmann misses with a kick to the body.
Schulmann swings for the body but Bushiri moves out of range.
Bushiri moves away from the strike by Schulmann.
Schulmann misses with a hook. Bushiri ducked under it nicely.
Schulmann throws an off balance right hand
and Bushiri counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Schulmann shoots in and drives through. Bushiri sprawls well.
Bushiri tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Schulmann paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Schulmann tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Bushiri smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Schulmann 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.
Schulmann shoots in for a takedown but Bushiri shows good takedown defense.
Shepherd Bushiri has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Yaniv Schulmann.
Bushiri keeps Schulmann at a distance using the push kick. #T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Schulmann.
Bushiri lands with a hook. Schulmann tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Bushiri looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Bushiri staying out of range there.
Schulmann throws out a powerful jab.
Schulmann gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Bushiri counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#ROC#
Schulmann is rocked!
Schulmann connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Bushiri momentarily.
Bushiri cracks a nice hook into Schulmann's ribs.
Schulmann lands a nice looking body shot. #CL#
Bushiri has taken the fight to the clinch.
Bushiri can't find room to land a body shot as Schulmann controls the action.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bushiri tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Schulmann's elbow.
Schulmann's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Bushiri tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Schulmann's elbow.
Bushiri digs a right hand underneath Schulmann's ribcage. Schulmann let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Bushiri goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bushiri pushes Schulmann back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Shepherd Bushiri dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Shepherd Bushiri'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.
#R3#
That kick from Bushiri tenderised Schulmann's leg. Schulmann is trying to keep his angry face on.
Schulmann misses with a hook
enabling Bushiri to counter with a crisp jab.
Schulmann throws a push kick but Bushiri slaps the foot to one side.
Bushiri takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Bushiri just misses with a punch to the body.
Bushiri throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Schulmann counters with a three punch combo that has Bushiri backing up. Bushiri nods at Schulmann to acknowledge the strikes.
Schulmann throws a series of punches but Bushiri avoids them all with ease.
Schulmann swings for the body but Bushiri moves out of range.
Bushiri feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Bushiri lands a body shot. #CL2#
Schulmann clinches up against the cage.
Bushiri misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bushiri tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Schulmann has a couple of punches blocked by Bushiri.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bushiri misses with a short punch on the inside.
Schulmann stalling in the clinch but Bushiri improves position.
Schulmann looking to stall.
Bushiri tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Schulmann's elbow. #T1#
Bushiri scores with a hook to the body.
Bushiri tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bushiri lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Bushiri misses with a punch on the inside. #BC2#
Schulmann breaks from the clinch.
Schulmann looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Schulmann tries to clinch up
and Bushiri counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nice body kick there by Schulmann.
Bushiri checks the leg kick nicely there.
Bushiri bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bushiri lands a jab.
Schulmann takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Schulmann tries to work over Bushiri's front leg with a kick but Bushiri checks it. #T2#
Schulmann takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Schulmann throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Bushiri.
Bushiri swings for the body but Schulmann moves out of range.
Schulmann let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Bushiri is looking to slow Schulmann down with leg kicks.
Bushiri looks to score with a jab to the body but Schulmann is just out of range.
Schulmann takes one on the button.
Bushiri feints and then cracks Schulmann's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Schulmann down.
Bushiri throws a hook but Schulmann avoids it easily.#CL2#
Schulmann clinches up against the cage.
Nice body punch from Bushiri.
Bushiri swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Schulmann taking a breather.
Schulmann tries to throw a body punch but Bushiri avoids it by throwing Schulmann back against the cage.
Schulmann swings wildly with an uppercut but Bushiri uses good head movement to avoid it.
Schulmann lands a body shot. #T3#
Bushiri lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Bushiri can't find room to land a body shot as Schulmann controls the action. #TD2#
Schulmann is trying to trip Bushiri. He has hold of a leg but Bushiri is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Schulmann persists though and gets the takedown into guard.#ES#
Bushiri manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Bushiri lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Schulmann lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Bushiri lands a shot to the body.
Schulmann takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Bushiri tries a body shot but Schulmann blocks 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!
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Good body shot from Bushiri.
Bushiri stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Schulmann tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Schulmann is looking to control Bushiri's arms but Bushiri gets an underhook and turns him. Now Schulmann has his back to the cage.
Bushiri tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Schulmann's elbow.
Schulmann throws a punch but it's blocked by Bushiri.
Schulmann misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T4#
Bushiri throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Bushiri lands a right hand.
A nice left hand lands by Bushiri.
Bushiri tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Schulmann trying to control the position but instead, Bushiri has worked for underhooks and has pushed Schulmann into the cage.
Bushiri digs a right hand into Schulmann's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Schulmann's gas tank.
A right hand to the body from Bushiri.
Bushiri lands an uppercut.
Schulmann lands a nice uppercut.
Nice body punch from Bushiri - that landed with a thud.
Bushiri doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Schulmann prevents a body shot from Bushiri.
Bushiri lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Bushiri pushes Schulmann back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Schulmann blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bushiri works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Shepherd Bushiri clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Shepherd Bushiri's cut.
That's time! Bushiri's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R4#
Bushiri scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Schulmann takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Bushiri throws an overhand right that lands on Schulmann's shoulder, as Schulmann tries to avoid the shot.
Schulmann lands a nice shot that snaps Bushiri's head back.
Bushiri wants to clinch up but Schulmann keeps it at a distance.
Bushiri lands with a good body shot.
Bushiri looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Schulmann keeps the fight on the outside.
A swing and a miss from Schulmann.
Bushiri lands a slapping body shot.
Bushiri throws the kick towards the body but Schulmann avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schulmann has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Bushiri.
Bushiri smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Schulmann tries to bum rush Bushiri with a series of wild strikes but Bushiri uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Bushiri tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Schulmann manages to circle out of the way.
Schulmann fails to land with a series of punches.
Bushiri feinted there with a counter leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bushiri uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Schulmann.
Bushiri looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.#T1#
Bushiri ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Schulmann looks for a takedown but Bushiri sprawls well.
Schulmann is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Bushiri throws a quick inside leg kick.
Shepherd Bushiri is winning the standup battle so far.
A nice leg kick lands there from Bushiri.
Yaniv Schulmann seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bushiri scores with a jab to the body.
Schulmann misses with a body shot.
Schulmann throws a left and a right that both miss
and Bushiri counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Bushiri bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Schulmann's head.
Bushiri pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Bushiri takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Bushiri slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Schulmann is still on wobbly legs! Can Bushiri finish him?
Schulmann tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Bushiri defends well and Schulmann ends up having to push Bushiri into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Schulmann seems to have recovered his senses.
Schulmann takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bushiri lands a jab to the nose.
Schulmann swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Bushiri thinks about countering with a body kick.
Schulmann tries to grapple but his opponent circles
letting Bushiri counter with a right hand.
Bushiri lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Bushiri lands with a shot to the body.
Bushiri ducks right into an uppercut from Schulmann. #CL#
Bushiri has managed to clinch.
Bushiri misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bushiri struggles to land a body shot inside as Schulmann controls his hands.
Good body shot from Bushiri.
Schulmann is looking for a takedown.
Shepherd Bushiri has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Yaniv Schulmann.
Bushiri doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Bushiri tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Bushiri prevents a body shot from Schulmann. #T3#
Bushiri is leaning against Schulmann and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Still in the clinch, Bushiri scores with a nice short uppercut.
Schulmann fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Schulmann goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bushiri lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A short left from Bushiri.
A short right from Bushiri on the inside.
Bushiri works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Bushiri lands with a short shot to the head.
Bushiri throws a big uppercut that drops Schulmann! More strikes from Bushiri and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Schulmann lies dazed against the cage as Bushiri celebrates with his cornermen!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:42 of round 4, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Shepherd Bushiri!
Shepherd Bushiri retains his featherweight title!
A relieved looking Shepherd Bushiri thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

 

Event: DUEL#152 Picker vs Kuchar     
Date:   May 12, 2018
#R1#
Saibot buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Saibot throws a big shot that misses.
Saibot loads up on a big right hand but Schulmann slips the punch.
Saibot fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Schulmann checks it well.
Schulmann looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Schulmann.
Schulmann feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Saibots jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Saibot avoids a kick to the body.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Schulmann checks a leg kick.
Nice uppercut lands for Saibot. That snapped Schulmann's head back.
Schulmann throws a leg kick but Saibot checks it.
Saibot changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
A looping hook to the body misses from Schulmann. Saibot does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nice uppercut lands for Saibot. That snapped Schulmann's head back.
A looping hook to the body misses from Saibot. Schulmann does a little dance to reset his feet.
A big left from Schulmann misses.
And Saibot counters with a quick kick to the body but Schulmann blocks it.
Saibot moves out of range of the leg kick from Schulmann.
Saibot swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Saibot throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Saibot throws a low kick but it's checked well by Schulmann.#T1#
Schulmann tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Saibot is able to avoid easily.
Schulmann slips a jab from Saibot.
Schulmann scores with the left hand. Saibot knows he should have avoided that one.
Saibot drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Saibot lands a two punch combo.
Schulmann throws a jab but it's blocked by Saibot.
Schulmann takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Saibot throws an overhand right that lands on Schulmann's shoulder, as Schulmann tries to avoid the shot.
Schulmann is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Saibot throws out a leg kick but Schulmann moves out of range and Saibot only half commits.
Saibot swings widly with a right hand
and Schulmann counters with a good low kick that Saibot was not able to check.
Saibot turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Saibot checks a low kick from Schulmann.
Saibot tries to counter with a takedown but Schulmann is quick to defend against it.
Saibot misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Schulmann counters with a nice uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Schulmann jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Schulmann staying out of range there.
Schulmann misses with an uppercut. Saibot saw that one coming.#T2#
Saibot slips a jab from Schulmann.
Schulmann connects with a looping right hand.
Schulmann walks into a straight right hand from Saibot.
We've been hearing reports that Saibot has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
That kick from Schulmann tenderised Saibot's leg. Saibot is trying to keep his angry face on.
Schulmann scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
A big right from Schulmann misses.
Schulmann takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Saibot keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Schulmann.
Schulmann throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Saibot with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Schulmann feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Saibots jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Schulmann swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A combination from Saibot does no damage.
Saibot ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Saibot thumps Schulmann with a low kick.#T3#
Saibot sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Saibot takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK. #TD2#
Schulmann scores with a takedown into Saibot's guard.
Saibot controls Schulmann momentarily but Schulmann frees himself.
Saibot might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Schulmann wants to control from the top but Saibot keeps moving.
Saibot manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Schulmann manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Saibot is working Schulmann over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Saibot working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Schulmann's head.#T4#
Schulmann 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.#SUB2#
Schulmann is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Saibot defends well.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Saibot's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Schulmann trying to control the position.
Saibot wants to control from the top but Schulmann keeps moving.
Saibot wants to pass the guard but Schulmann is keeping the position.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Saibot works over Schulmann with some ground and pound from guard.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Saibot works over Schulmann with some ground and pound from guard.#ES2#
Schulmann scrambles and gets back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Yaniv Schulmann 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#
Saibot throws a head kick that misses.
Schulmann tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Schulmann moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Schulmann takes a swing at Saibot's ribcage but misses.
Schulmann throws a big shot that misses.
Schulmann doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Schulmann swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Schulmann lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Saibot circles away quickly and effectively.
Saibot is looking to counter punch.
Saibot takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing? #TD2#
Schulmann gets a takedown into half guard.
Saibot is looking to control Schulmann's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Saibot avoid being mounted?
Schulmann missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T1#
Saibot wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Schulmann is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Saibot is trying to maintain the position but Schulmann is very close to passing his half guard.
Schulmann wants to lay and pray for a moment but Saibot keeps working.
Saibot works his way to full guard. Good work.
Schulmann in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SUB#
Saibot is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Saibot utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #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.
Schulmann in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SUB#
Saibot escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Schulmann gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Schulmann preventing the sweep. #SUB#
Saibot is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Schulmann defends well.
Schulmann lands a couple of digs.
Schulmann being controlled here momentarily.
Saibot keeping full guard, as Schulmann tries to pass. #T3##SUB#
Saibot had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Schulmann defends it easily.
Saibot is trying to keep Schulmann in close. #SUB#
Saibot has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Schulmann 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 Saibot.
Schulmann lands a nice forearm strike.
Saibot can't do much from the bottom here.
Schulmann takes a little break here. Saibot wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.#T4#
Saibot is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Schulmann working the ground and pound but Saibot is defending the strikes.
Saibot is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Schulmann's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Schulmann missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Yaniv Schulmann 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!
Schulmann wants to take a breather but Saibot is having none of it.
Saibot is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Schulmann is trying to control the action in half guard but Saibot is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Yaniv Schulmann showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Schulmann scores with the left hand. Saibot knows he should have avoided that one.
Schulmann has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Schulmann keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab. #CL2#
Schulmann darts in and clinches Saibot up against the cage.
A right hand to the body from Saibot.
Schulmann works on Saibot's body with a couple of short punches.
Schulmann is trying to force a seperation but Saibot has the dominant position.
Schulmann is pressed up against the cage. Saibot has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Schulmann down to the mat. Schulmann avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Saibot throws a low kick, looking for Schulmann's leg but Schulmann calmly moves out of range.
Schulmann scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Saibot scores with a shot to the body.
Saibot throws out a powerful jab.
Saibot throws a front kick aimed at Schulmann's knee but Schulmann avoids it well.
Schulmann scores with a jab to the body.
Schulmann misses with a leg kick
and Saibot counters with a stiff right hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Schulmann uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Saibot.
Saibot ducks under a wild hook from Schulmann.
A little feinted left hand from Saibot on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T1#
Saibot misses with a straight right.
Schulmann has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Saibot tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Schulmann was well out of range. Poor timing from Saibot.
Saibot scores with a leg kick.
Schulmann pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Saibot throws a nice outside leg kick.
Schulmann throws a solid leg kick but Saibot takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Schulmann.
Saibot moves out of range of the body kick from Schulmann.
Saibot throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Schulmann lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Saibot takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Schulmann misses with a series of wild punches.
A little feinted left hand from Saibot on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Schulmann throws a wild body kick that Saibot sees coming a mile off.
A little feinted left hand from Saibot on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Saibot avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Noob Saibot has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Saibot tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Schulmann was well out of range. Poor timing from Saibot.
Saibot dips to his left and cracks Schulmann with an uppercut!
A solid leg kick lands there for Schulmann. #TD#
Saibot scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Saibot working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Schulmann desperately trying to maintain half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Schulmann is trying to maintain the position but Saibot is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB#
Saibot is looking for a kimura but Schulmann is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Saibot to get the leverage.
Schulmann wants to control but Saibot is keeping busy.
Saibot looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Schulmann with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Schulmann is trying to maintain the position but Saibot is very close to passing his half guard.#T3#
Saibot seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Schulmann does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Schulmann works his way to full guard. Good work.
Schulmann keeping full guard, as Saibot tries to pass.
Saibot stopping the sweep attempt from Schulmann.#SUB2#
Schulmann looking for a guillotine here but Saibot defends easily.
Saibot working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Schulmann's head.
Saibot lands a couple of digs.#T4#
Saibot distracts Schulmann with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#SUB2#
Schulmann is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Schulmann is trying to control the position but Saibot postures up.
Schulmann looking to hit a scissor sweep but Saibot is one step ahead there.
Yaniv Schulmann is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Schulmann is trying to control the position from the bottom.

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 Noob Saibot.
Well Schulmann has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 28:29
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Yaniv Schulmann!

Yaniv Schulmann decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: DUEL148     
Date:   Apr 21, 2018
#R1#
Schulmann misses with a right hand
and Brynjar counters with a two punch combo.
Brynjar misses with a lunging right hand
and Schulmann counters with a right hand to the body.
Schulmann takes a swing at Brynjar's ribcage but misses.
A head kick from Schulmann lands but Brynjar takes it in his stride.
Brynjar ducks right into an uppercut from Schulmann.
Good exchange - Schulmann coming out on top.
Schulmann really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Brynjar tries to work over Schulmann's front leg with a kick but Schulmann checks it.
Brynjar throws a poor cross that misses
and Schulmann makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Schulmann throws a sloppy head kick
and Schulmann takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Schulmann throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Yaniv Schulmann seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Schulmann ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Brynjar avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Schulmann with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Schulmann lands with a slapping head kick. #T1#
Schulmann throws a head kick but Brynjar moves out of range.
Schulmann throws a leg kick
and Brynjar cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Schulmann throws a looping overhand right but Brynjar ducks down to avoid it.
Brynjar let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Nice shot by Schulmann.
Schulmann throws an off balance right hand
and Brynjar counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Schulmann thinking.
Schulmann scoring well with a low kick there.
Brynjar tried to score with a low kick but Schulmann checks it.
Brynjar throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Schulmann throws a body kick that misses.
Brynjar lands a lovely overhand right.
Schulmann throws a low kick but Brynjar moves out of range easily.
Schulmann thuds his right hand into Brynjar's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Brynjar connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Brynjar misses with an attempted mid kick.
Schulmann uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Schulmann throws a lazy head kick
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Schulmann throws a one two combo. #ROC#
Brynjar is rocked!
A big right from Schulmann misses.
A leg kick checked by Brynjar.
Brynjar throws out a counter right but Schulmann avoids it with no problem.
Schulmann lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Brynjar is still on wobbly legs! Can Schulmann finish him?
Schulmann throws a head kick that misses.
Brynjar seems to have recovered his senses.
A lazy left from Schulmann finds it's target.
Brynjar misses with a lunging right hand
letting Schulmann counter with a right hand.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Schulmann crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Brynjar - the referee stops the clock and Schulmann gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Brynjar. Schulmann manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Brynjar throws a hook but Schulmann avoids it easily.
Brynjar defending well as Schulmann loads up on a big left hand. #T3#
Jab, jab by Brynjar - just one landing.
A good leg kick by Schulmann.
Schulmann misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Brynjar.
Brynjar throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Brynjar tries to bum rush Schulmann with a series of wild strikes but Schulmann uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Schulmann feinted with a counter takedown.
A big right from Brynjar misses.
Schulmann misses with a series of wild punches.
Schulmann throws a lazy right hand but Brynjar sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Brynjar slips a jab from Schulmann.
Schulmann throws a head kick that misses.
Brynjar appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Brynjar lands a lovely overhand right.
Schulmann throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Brynjar appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#T4#
Schulmann feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Brynjar's calf.
Brynjar misses with an uppercut
and Schulmann counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Schulmann waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Brynjar.
Brynjar follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Brynjar throws the left hand but Schulmann avoids the punch easily.
Brynjar misses with a leg kick.
Schulmann throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Schulmann sets himself, and Brynjar steps forward looking for the clinch! Schulmann avoids it this time.
Schulmann ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Brynjar moves away.#TD#
Brynjar gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Schulmann to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Schulmann trying to control the position from guard on top but Brynjar is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Brynjar is trying to control the position from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Yaniv Schulmann dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2##TD#
Schulmann decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Schulmann throwing shots but Brynjar is blocking nicely.
Brynjar is staying active underneath Schulmann, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Schulmann not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Schulmann looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Schulmann lands a nice short elbow.
Schulmann thows a huge punch but Brynjar dodges it nicely.
Schulmann missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T1##SUB#
Schulmann is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Brynjar is controlling Schulmann's trapped leg to prevent Schulmann from advancing to side control.#SUB#
Schulmann 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.
Schulmann is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Brynjar can do to turn this around?
Schulmann throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
Schulmann is working for a kimura but Brynjar is defending it quite comfortably.
Schulmann wants to pass to mount but Brynjar is defending the position.
Schulmann sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Brynjar defending well though.
Schulmann not doing much here.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Brynjar is trying to get back to full guard.
Schulmann will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T3#
Brynjar is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Schulmann's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Schulmann's back!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Brynjar not allowing Schulmann to control his hands.
Brynjar doesn't have the hooks in and Schulmann manages to turn into his guard.
Brynjar has Schulmann pulled in close to control his posture.
Brynjar avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Schulmann wants to control from the top but Brynjar keeps moving. #T4#
Brynjar preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Schulmann working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Brynjar's head.
Schulmann trying to control but Brynjar is working from the bottom.
Brynjar not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Schulmann working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Schulmann trying to control the position from guard on top but Brynjar is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Schulmann is looking to work some ground and pound but Brynjar has wrist control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Yaniv Schulmann dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Some bone on bone action there as Brynjar checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Brynjar thinks about the counter body kick.
Brynjar takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
The crowd cheers as Schulmann lands an impressive looking overhand right. Brynjar doesn't seem phased though.
Schulmann misses with a right hand
and Brynjar cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Schulmann fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Brynjar checks it well.
Schulmann lands a jab to Brynjar's midsection.
Brynjar will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #TD#
Schulmann looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Brynjar!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Schulmann trying to control the position but Brynjar is working away.
Brynjar tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Schulmann wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T1#
Brynjar can't do much from the bottom here.
Schulmann wants to lay and pray for a moment but Brynjar keeps working.
Brynjar parries the strikes from Schulmann easily there. Schulmann is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Brynjar to escape. #SUB#
Schulmann tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Schulmann has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB#
Schulmann thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Schulmann sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Brynjar is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Schulmann is looking to take a break and control but Brynjar is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Schulmann tries for a kimura but Brynjar is defending well.
Schulmann is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Brynjar will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Schulmann wants to take a breather but Brynjar manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Schulmann. #T3#
Schulmann postures up.
Brynjar 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#
Schulmann is looking to control Brynjar's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Schulmann avoid being mounted?
Nebojša Brynjar has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Schulmann tries to roll over but Brynjar keeps him under control.
Schulmann is working hard here to advance position.#T4#
Schulmann is trying to control but Brynjar manages to pass to mount!
Schulmann is wriggling around trying to escape.
Schulmann sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Schulmann is trying to get back to full guard.
Yaniv Schulmann is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Schulmann has a hand on Brynjar's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Brynjar takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Schulmann keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Yaniv Schulmann showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Schulmann 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 Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 30:27
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 30:27
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Yaniv Schulmann!

Our winner, Yaniv Schulmann, 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: DUEL#144 Ajax vs Picker     
Date:   Apr 07, 2018
#R1#
Bushiri lands with a nice body punch.
Schulmann scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut! #CUT2#
It looks like Shepherd Bushiri has been cut.
Bushiri throws a body punch but Schulmann moves out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Schulmann. Bushiri does a little dance to reset his feet.
Schulmann takes a swing at Bushiri's ribcage but misses.
Bushiri loads up on a big right hand but Schulmann slips the punch.
Bushiri scores with a jab to the body.#TD2#
Schulmann shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Schulmann showed some decent athleticism there.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#ES#
Bushiri pushes Schulmann off and gets back to his feet.
Bushiri definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Schulmann just misses with a punch to the body.
Schulmann on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Bushiri. Bushiri obviously looking to wear him down.
Bushiri lands a nice shot to the body. #CL2#
Schulmann gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Bushiri tries to throw a body punch but Schulmann avoids it by throwing Bushiri back against the cage.
Schulmann wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Bushiri misses with a short punch on the inside.
Schulmann can't find room to land a body shot as Bushiri controls the action. #T1#
Schulmann is struggling to control the position.
Bushiri tries to work over Schulmann's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #TD2#
Schulmann lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Bushiri is trying to stand up here but Schulmann is controlling him well.
Bushiri moves into full guard.
Schulmann won't allow Bushiri to get back to his feet. #ES#
Bushiri pushes Schulmann off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Bushiri tries to land a front kick but Schulmann steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Schulmann 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.
Schulmann misses the body punch #CL#
and Bushiri counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Bushiri.
Schulmann misses with a short punch on the inside.
Schulmann is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Bushiri scores with a hook to the body.
Bushiri tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bushiri blocking some punches.
Schulmann misses with the head strike.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Schulmann tries to throw a body punch but Bushiri avoids it by throwing Schulmann back against the cage.
Bushiri swings wildly with an uppercut but Schulmann uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
Schulmann softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Bushiri makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Bushiri misses with a body punch.
Bushiri lands with a light punch inside.
Bushiri tries a body shot but Schulmann blocks it.
Bushiri tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Schulmann misses with the head strike.
Bushiri lands a left hand that snaps the head of Schulmann backwards.
Bushiri tries a body shot but Schulmann blocks it.
Bushiri lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Schulmann tries to break free but Bushiri pushes him back against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Schulmann.
Bushiri misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Schulmann prevents a body shot from Bushiri.
Schulmann taking a breather.
Bushiri tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A short uppercut from Schulmann.
Schulmann looking to stall.
Bushiri cracks Schulmann with a nice body shot.#T3#
Schulmann is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Bushiri misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bushiri swings wildly with an uppercut but Schulmann uses good head movement to avoid it.
Schulmann is working for takedown but Bushiri is calmly controlling the position for now.
Bushiri throws a head punch that misses.
Schulmann swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Bushiri doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Schulmann misses with the head strike.
Bushiri prevents the takedown attempt.
Schulmann misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bushiri tries to work over Schulmann's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Schulmann prevents a body shot from Bushiri.
Bushiri prevents a body shot from Schulmann.
Bushiri throws a head punch that misses.
Bushiri keeps control of Schulmann as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Bushiri has a couple of punches blocked by Schulmann.
Bushiri tries to work over Schulmann's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Schulmann wants to break the clinch but can't. #T4#
Bushiri gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Schulmann.
Shepherd Bushiri has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Yaniv Schulmann.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Bushiri.
Bushiri tries to work over Schulmann's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bushiri tries a body shot but Schulmann blocks it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Schulmann.
Schulmann misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A short left from Bushiri.
Bushiri lands a shot to the body.
Bushiri misses with a punch to the body.
A short uppercut from Bushiri.
Schulmann blocks a body shot from Bushiri.
Bushiri has a couple of punches blocked by Schulmann.
Schulmann misses with a body punch.
Bushiri struggles to land a body shot inside as Schulmann controls his hands.
Schulmann misses with a punch on the inside.
Schulmann misses with some punches.
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!#TD2#
Schulmann pulls guard. #SU#
Schulmann is working an open guard so Bushiri takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Shepherd Bushiri dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Shepherd Bushiri's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Bushiri takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Bushiri throws a hook to the side of Schulmann's head but Schulmann sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bushiri connects with a solid leg kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Bushiri.
Bushiri connects with an inside leg kick.#TD2#
Schulmann looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#SUB2#
Schulmann is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Schulmann missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Bushiri tries to kick Schulmann off but Schulmann keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #ES#
Bushiri pushes Schulmann off and gets back to his feet.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bushiri ducks under a wild hook from Schulmann.#TD2#
Schulmann shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Schulmann showed some decent athleticism there. #ES#
Bushiri makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!#T1#
Bushiri looks to score with a jab to the body but Schulmann is just out of range.
Bushiri connects with the punch.
Bushiri scores with the left hand. Schulmann knows he should have avoided that one.
Schulmann moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
A jab from Schulmann misses.
Bushiri ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Schulmann moves away.
Schulmann throws out a counter right but Bushiri avoids it with no problem.
Bushiri throws a jab when Schulmann was well out of range.
Bushiri scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Bushiri.
Bushiri lands with a good body shot.
Bushiri is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Schulmann can do to turn this around?
Bushiri drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A jab lands there for Schulmann.#CL#
Bushiri forces Schulmann back against the cage and clinches.
Bushiri lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Schulmann backwards. #T2#
Schulmann doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A frustrated look appears on Schulmann's face as he tries to break the clinch.
A right handed body shot lands from Bushiri.
Schulmann lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Bushiri.
Bushiri prevents a takedown attempt there.
A nice left hand lands by Bushiri.
Schulmann is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Bushiri is defending well.
Bushiri has a couple of punches blocked by Schulmann.
Schulmann's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Bushiri misses with some punches. #BC2#
Schulmann breaks the clinch.
Shepherd Bushiri is winning the standup battle so far.
Schulmann needs to keep his hands up - Bushiri had a free shot at his head there.
Bushiri swings for the body but Schulmann moves out of range.
Schulmann jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Schulmann misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bushiri.
Schulmann throws a leg kick but Bushiri sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Schulmann throws a leg kick but Bushiri moved away.
Bushiri is looking to wear down Schulmann with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.#T3#
Schulmann throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Schulmann walks into a stiff left hand from Bushiri.
Schulmann tries a low kick but Bushiri avoids it.
Shepherd Bushiri is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Schulmann takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Bushiri is looking to chop away at Schulmann's legs.
Bushiri lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Nice shot lands for Bushiri.
Bushiri slips under a jab from Schulmann.
The fighters circling - Schulmann throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Schulmann avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Schulmann walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Nice body kick there by Bushiri.
Schulmann gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #CL#
and Bushiri holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Shepherd Bushiri has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Yaniv Schulmann.#T4#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Bushiri lands an uppercut.
Bushiri misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bushiri doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A shot in the inside from Schulmann.
Bushiri tries a body shot but Schulmann blocks it.
Schulmann prevents a body shot from Bushiri.
Schulmann throws a knee to the head but misses.
Bushiri throws a punch but it's blocked by Schulmann.
Bushiri fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bushiri lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A short right from Bushiri.
Bushiri goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Schulmann scores with a shot to the side of Bushiri's head.
Schulmann tries to work over Bushiri's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bushiri tries a body shot but Schulmann blocks it.
Bushiri misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bushiri scores with a hook to the body.
Bushiri pushes Schulmann back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Schulmann.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Shepherd Bushiri dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Shepherd Bushiri's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R3#
Bushiri jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
A jab lands there for Bushiri.
Schulmann throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bushiri sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Schulmann fails to land with a series of punches.
As Schulmann backs away, Bushiri returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Bushiri just misses with a punch to the body.
It seemed like Schulmann was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Schulmann tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Bushiri scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Bushiri - that will leave a mark!
Bushiri scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Bushiri misses the shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bushiri digs a good hook to Schulmann's body.
Schulmann throws an overhand right that lands on Bushiri's shoulder, as Bushiri tries to avoid the shot.
Bushiri connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Schulmann's hands.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bushiri displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Schulmann. #T1#
Bushiri punishes Schulmann's body with a nice straight punch.
Schulmann throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Bushiri lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Schulmann's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
A big right from Schulmann misses.
Bushiri half committed to a counter leg kick.
Bushiri tries to clinch but Schulmann moves away
and Schulmann counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Schulmann tries to clinch but Bushiri is having none of it.
Schulmann works over Bushiri's head and body with a nice combination.
Schulmann gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Bushiri.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Bushiri.
A lazy left from Schulmann finds it's target.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bushiri defending well as Schulmann loads up on a big left hand.
Bushiri connects with a right hand. Schulmann shakes it off.
Bushiri throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Good leg kick by Bushiri there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud. #T2#
Schulmann finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
No joy there for Schulmann, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Bushiri takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Schulmann connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Schulmann misses with a hook. Bushiri ducked under it nicely.
Schulmann loads up on a big right hand but Bushiri slips the punch.
Schulmann ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bushiri moves away.
Schulmann throws an overhand right that lands on Bushiri's shoulder, as Bushiri tries to avoid the shot.
Schulmann shoots in but no luck this time.
Schulmann takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Bushiri swings away with a body shot that misses #TD2#
and Schulmann counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Schulmann. #ES#
Bushiri scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Schulmann throws a low kick, looking for Bushiri's leg but Bushiri calmly moves out of range.
Schulmann pivots, looking for a leg kick but Bushiri is out of range and Schulmann settles back down.
Schulmann tries to bum rush Bushiri with a series of wild strikes but Bushiri uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Bushiri looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.#T3#
Schulmann sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Schulmann blocks the body kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by Bushiri.
An inside leg kick lands from Bushiri. #CL#
Bushiri forces Schulmann back against the cage and clinches.
Bushiri scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Bushiri lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Schulmann blocks a body shot from Bushiri.
Shepherd Bushiri has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Schulmann prevents a body shot from Bushiri.
Bushiri blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Schulmann looking to slow down the pace here.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Bushiri.
A left hand lands to the body for Bushiri.
Bushiri misses with a body punch.
Schulmann lands a hook to the side of the head.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Bushiri. #T4#
Schulmann blocks a body shot from Bushiri.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bushiri tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Schulmann fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Shepherd Bushiri has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Yaniv Schulmann.
Schulmann drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Bushiri gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Bushiri struggles to land a body shot inside as Schulmann controls his hands.
Bushiri softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Bushiri lands a right hand that snaps the head of Schulmann backwards.
Schulmann blocks a body shot from Bushiri.
Bushiri lands with a short shot to the head.
Bushiri struggles to land a body shot inside as Schulmann controls his hands.
Schulmann content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Bushiri is defending well against a takedown attempt.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Schulmann can't get the takedown.
Bushiri lands a body shot in the clinch.
Bushiri pushes Schulmann back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Bushiri lands a nice shot to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Shepherd Bushiri clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Shepherd Bushiri's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R4#
Bushiri comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Schulmann closes the distance looking to clinch
and Bushiri counters with a nice low kick that buckles Schulmann's knee momentarily.
Bushiri is looking to slow Schulmann down with leg kicks.
Schulmann tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Bushiri is looking to slow Schulmann down with leg kicks.
Bushiri lands a nice hook to Schulmann's body. Schulmann takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #TD2#
Schulmann shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Bushiri manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.#ES#
Bushiri has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Schulmann is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
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!
Schulmann wants a takedown.
Schulmann is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Schulmann is leaning against Bushiri and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Schulmann tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bushiri's elbow.
Schulmann is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
A short right from Bushiri on the inside. #T1#
Schulmann misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bushiri has a couple of punches blocked by Schulmann.
Schulmann doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Bushiri lands a left hand.
Bushiri tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Schulmann fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bushiri is leaning against Schulmann and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Bushiri throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Schulmanns head.
Schulmann goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Schulmann misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Schulmann tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Nice body punch from Bushiri.
Bushiri lands with a short shot to the head.
A head punch on the inside from Schulmann fails to land.
Schulmann tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bushiri's elbow.
Bushiri makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Bushiri tries a body shot but Schulmann blocks it. #T2#
Schulmann doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Bushiri as Schulmann tries to tie him up.
Bushiri pushes Schulmann back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Bushiri lands a shoulder strike.
Bushiri lands with a short shot to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Schulmann misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bushiri can't find room to land a body shot as Schulmann controls the action.
Schulmann doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Bushiri can't find room to land a body shot as Schulmann controls the action.
Schulmann struggles to land a body shot inside as Bushiri controls his hands.
Bushiri throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Schulmanns head.
Bushiri tries to work over Schulmann's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A right hook to the body lands for Bushiri.
Schulmann misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bushiri working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Schulmann presses Bushiri against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Bushiri prevents the takedown attempt. #T3#
Bushiri cracks Schulmann with a nice body shot.
A nice left hand lands by Bushiri. #ROC#
Schulmann is rocked!
Bushiri misses with a hook to the ribs.
Schulmann misses with a body punch.
Schulmann has a couple of punches blocked by Bushiri.
Bushiri is working Schulmann over against the cage.
Bushiri lands a left hand.
Schulmann is still on wobbly legs! Can Bushiri finish him?
Schulmann wants a takedown but no success here.
Shepherd Bushiri has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Yaniv Schulmann.
Bushiri lands a nice shot to the body.
Bushiri makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Bushiri lands an uppercut.
Bushiri scores with a shot to the side of Schulmann's head.
Bushiri blocking some punches.
Bushiri works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Bushiri lands with a right to the head.
Bushiri tries to work over Schulmann's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bushiri is working Schulmann over against the cage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bushiri throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Schulmanns head.
Bushiri scores with a hook to the body.
Bushiri can't find room to land a body shot as Schulmann controls the action. #T4#
Schulmann doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Schulmann taking a breather.
Bushiri lands an uppercut.
Bushiri scores with a nice hook to the head.
Schulmann lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Schulmann doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Bushiri as Schulmann tries to tie him up.
Bushiri lands with a light punch inside.
Bushiri digs a right hand into Schulmann's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Schulmann's gas tank.
Schulmann misses with a punch to the body.
Schulmann looking for a takedown.
Bushiri is working Schulmann over against the cage.
Schulmann prevents a body shot from Bushiri.
Bushiri lands a right hand that snaps the head of Schulmann backwards.
Schulmann misses with a body punch.
Bushiri struggles to land a body shot inside as Schulmann controls his hands.
Schulmann working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Schulmann tries for a takedown but Bushiri manages to get underhooks.
Bushiri lands a nice uppercut.
Bushiri lands a body shot.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bushiri.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Shepherd Bushiri had his way with Yaniv Schulmann in that round.
The cut man is working on Shepherd Bushiri's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R5#
Bushiri throws a nice inside leg kick.
Bushiri feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Schulmann's calf.
Schulmann throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Schulmann throws a low kick but Bushiri avoids it.
Schulmann misses with a hook
and Bushiri counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Bushiri.
Bushiri lands a nice leg kick that just misses Schulmann's sensitive parts.
Bushiri drops Schulmann with a big left hand! Schulmann is injured, injured bad! Bushiri jumps in and finished him with strikes! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:23 of round 5, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Shepherd Bushiri!
Shepherd Bushiri retains his featherweight title!
A victorious Shepherd Bushiri thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

 

Event: DUEL#137 Champion vs Champion     
Date:   Mar 17, 2018
#R1#
Bokhorst looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Schulmann 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.
Some bone on bone action there as Bokhorst checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Schulmann looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Maarten Bokhorst seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Schulmann just misses with a punch to the body.
Schulmann swings for the body but Bokhorst moves out of range.
Bokhorst moves into range and connects with a jab.
Bokhorst waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Schulmann.
Bokhorst lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Bokhorst misses with a wild body shot.
Bokhorst lands with a straight right. Schulmann didn't see that one coming.
Schulmann connects with a looping right hand.
Schulmann throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bokhorst throws a poor cross that misses
and Schulmann counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Schulmann falls off balance throwing a combination
and Bokhorst counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Bokhorst throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Schulmann tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bokhorst was well out of range. Poor timing from Schulmann.#T1#
Bokhorst misses with the body kick
and Schulmann counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A shot to the liver by Schulmann. Beautiful body shot.#TD2#
Schulmann shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Bokhorst is trying to defend but Schulmann finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Schulmann lands with a punch from half guard.
Schulmann is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Bokhorst keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Bokhorst works his way to full guard. Good work.
Bokhorst is trying to keep Schulmann in close.
Bokhorst 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#
Bokhorst trying to control from half guard but Schulmann is working away.
Bokhorst prevents Schulmann from improving his position.#T2#
Schulmann is looking to control Bokhorst's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Schulmann avoid being mounted?
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Bokhorst 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.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Schulmann pushes Bokhorst off looking to stand but Bokhorst dives back in and keeps control.
Bokhorst wants to lay and pray for a moment but Schulmann keeps working. #T3#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Bokhorst works his foot free and advances to mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Schulmann is working to get back to half guard.
Bokhorst looking to control but Schulmann is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
We've been hearing that Bokhorst has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Schulmann is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Schulmann is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Schulmann working to try and regain half guard. #T4#
Bokhorst trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Schulmann is in a horrible position here. Bokhorst smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position. #SUB#
Bokhorst looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Schulmann is looking to get to half guard.
Bokhorst lands a heavy elbow.
Schulmann is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Bokhorst swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Schulmann is now in Bokhorst's guard. A big mistake from Bokhorst there, giving up the dominant position!
Schulmann content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
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 Maarten Bokhorst will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Bokhorst avoids the body shot from Schulmann.
An attempted straight right counter from Bokhorst misses the target.
Yaniv Schulmann seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bokhorst misses with an uppercut.
Schulmann slips under a jab from Bokhorst.
Schulmann drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Bokhorst defends it well.
Bokhorst throws a body shot but no joy.
Schulmann digs a good body shot into Bokhorst's ribs.
Bokhorst avoids a punch combination nicely.
Bokhorst connects with a single shot there.
An inside leg kick from Bokhorst misses.
Schulmann replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Bokhorst blocks it well.
Schulmann takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Nice cross by Bokhorst.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bokhorst throws a hook to the side of Schulmann's head but Schulmann sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nice straight punches there by Schulmann. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Schulmann.
Bokhorst scores with the left hand. Schulmann knows he should have avoided that one.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Schulmann tries to score with a low kick but Bokhorst moves his leg out of the way.
Donk. Schulmann catches Bokhorst right on the button with a cross.#T1#
The fighters circling - Bokhorst throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Schulmann drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Bokhorst defends it well.
Bokhorst takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Schulmann is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Maarten Bokhorst is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Schulmann uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bokhorst.
Bokhorst dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Schulmann. That did some damage!
Bokhorst throws a body kick that misses
and Schulmann counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bokhorst tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Schulmann manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Schulmann bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
A shot to the liver by Schulmann. Beautiful body shot.
Bokhorst misses with an attempted mid kick.
Bokhorst throws a half hearted mid kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Schulmann. Bokhorst does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bokhorst throws a half hearted mid kick.
Schulmann dips to his left and cracks Bokhorst with an uppercut!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Schulmann misses with a low kick.
Bokhorst misses the shot to the body.
A nice leg kick lands there from Bokhorst. #T2#
Schulmann scores with a spinning back kick!
A big right from Schulmann misses.
Bokhorst tries to close the distance and clinch up but Schulmann swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Bokhorst throws an overhand right that lands on Schulmann's shoulder, as Schulmann tries to avoid the shot.
Bokhorst connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Schulmann's hands.
Jab by Bokhorst.#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Bokhorst enables Schulmann to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Bokhorst manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Bokhorst holds on and takes a little breather.
Yaniv Schulmann has got the better of the ground game so far.
Schulmann postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #SUB#
Bokhorst escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Schulmann gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Bokhorst keeping moving, preventing Schulmann from controlling successfully. #T3#
Schulmann passes Bokhorst's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Schulmann winds up and cracks Bokhorst with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Schulmann thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Bokhorst's head.
Schulmann takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Bokhorst trying to control from the bottom.
Bokhorst wants to get back to full guard.
Schulmann thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Bokhorst's head.
Schulmann has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Bokhorst desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Bokhorst is pressing down on Schulmann's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T4#
Schulmann trying to control the position from guard on top but Bokhorst is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bokhorst looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Bokhorst looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Schulmann has picked Bokhorst up and slammed him! Bokhorst can't keep hold of the triangle and Schulmann manages to pass to side control!
Bokhorst being controlled for a moment.
Schulmann is chipping away with strikes.
Schulmann landing strikes.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Yaniv Schulmann showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Good leg kick by Schulmann there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Bokhorst fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Bokhorst misses with a kick to the body.
The fighters circling - Schulmann throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bokhorst seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Schulmann connects with a jab.
Schulmann throws a hook but Bokhorst blocks it.
Schulmann slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Bokhorst checks the leg kick.
Bokhorst slips under a jab.
Schulmann tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Bokhorst misses with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schulmann looks to throw a body kick
and Bokhorst counters with a straight right hand.
A swing and a miss from Bokhorst.
An inside leg kick lands from Schulmann.
Schulmann misses with an uppercut. Bokhorst saw that one coming.
It looked like Bokhorst was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Schulmann.
Schulmann cracks Bokhorst with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
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!
Schulmann misses with an attempted mid kick. #T1#
Schulmann throws a low kick but it's checked well by Bokhorst.
Schulmann keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
It seemed like Schulmann was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Schulmann ducks under a wild hook from Bokhorst.
Schulmann misses with a wild combination.
Schulmann fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Schulmann throws a leg kick which misses Bokhorst's front leg but catches the back leg as Bokhorst tries to avoid it.
Schulmann with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Good leg kick by Bokhorst there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Schulmann has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Schulmann throws a chopping leg kick but Bokhorst manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Nice body punch from Schulmann.
Bokhorst lands an overhand right.
Bokhorst looks to land a body kick but Schulmann moved away.
Schulmann scores with a push kick.#T2#
Schulmann throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bokhorst checks the leg kick.
Bokhorst wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Schulmann has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Bokhorst fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Schulmann.
Schulmann ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bokhorst moves away.
Bokhorst pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Schulmann tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Schulmann moves forwards but Bokhorst connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Bokhorst throws a lazy right hand but Schulmann sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A telegraphed right hand from Bokhorst misses the target.
Schulmann appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Good work by Schulmann as he checks the leg kick.
Schulmann throws a low kick but Bokhorst moves out of range easily.
Schulmann throws a leg kick which misses Bokhorst's front leg but catches the back leg as Bokhorst tries to avoid it.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Schulmann, right into the meat.
Schulmann throws a body kick that misses.
Schulmann lands with a slapping head kick.
Bokhorst connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Schulmann's hands.
Bokhorst takes one to the side of the head. #T3#
Schulmann checks the leg kick nicely there.
Schulmann tries a quick counter leg kick but Bokhorst is wise to it.
Bokhorst steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Schulmann. That one must have hurt.
Schulmann throws a jab but it's blocked by Bokhorst.
Bokhorst moves out of range of the leg kick from Schulmann.
Bokhorst is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Schulmann.
Bokhorst looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Bokhorst tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Bokhorst misses with a body shot.
Bokhorst lands a jab to Schulmann's midsection.
Schulmann pushes Bokhorst away with a front kick.
Bokhorst lands with a thumping leg kick.
Bokhorst misses the shot to the body.
Bokhorst checks a leg kick nicely.
Bokhorst swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Bokhorst looks to throw the jab but Schulmann is out of range.
Bokhorst steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Schulmann.
Schulmann looks for the body kick but Bokhorst saw that one coming. #T4#
Bokhorst throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Schulmann walks into a jab.
Bokhorst misses with a right hand
and Schulmann counters with a stiff right hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A left lands for Schulmann.
Schulmann avoids the head kick by Bokhorst.
Schulmann is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Schulmann moves out of range as Bokhorst strikes.
Schulmann slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Schulmann 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 Bokhorst has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Bokhorst and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Bokhorst throws a hook but Schulmann avoids it easily.
Schulmann scores with a jab to the body.
Bokhorst takes a swing at Schulmann's ribcage but misses.
Schulmann tries a quick counter leg kick but Bokhorst is wise to it.
Bokhorst on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Schulmann, right into the meat.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Schulmann misses with a lunging right hand
and Bokhorst counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bokhorst has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Schulmann.

And that's the end of the fight!
Yaniv Schulmann comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Schulmann 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 Steve Montenegro scores the fight 28:30
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 28:29
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Yaniv Schulmann!

A very excited looking Yaniv Schulmann 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: DUEL#130 Bushiri vs Saibot     
Date:   Feb 17, 2018
#R1##CL2#
Schulmann closes the distance and pushes Brown back into the cage.
Brown blocks an uppercut. #TD2#
Schulmann jumps guard and drags Brown to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Brown won't allow Schulmann to get back to his feet.
Schulmann wants to sweep but no luck.
Brown throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Schulmann tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Schulmann looking for a triangle here. Brown is fighting it but it looks tight! Schulmann pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Brown is tapping out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Yaniv Schulmann!
During a confident post fight interview, Yaniv Schulmann thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: DUEL#120 Feltre vs Falcao     
Date:   Jan 06, 2018
#R1#
Anders swings for the body but Schulmann moves out of range.
A little jabbing left from Schulmann on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Schulmann throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Schulmann has his takedown stuffed
and Anders connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Anders throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Schulmann dives in for a single leg takedown but Anders sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Schulmann.
Anders tries to close the distance and clinch up but Schulmann swats him away and circles back towards the center. #CL#
Anders clinches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anders fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short uppercut from Schulmann.
Schulmann wants to get back to striking at distance but Anders won't allow it.
Schulmann pushes Anders back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Schulmann is leaning against Anders and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.#T1#
Schulmann misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Anders lands with a light punch inside.
Schulmann lands a hook to the side of the head.
Schulmann will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Anders up against the cage.
Schulmann is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Anders gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Ingemar Anders has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Yaniv Schulmann.
Schulmann swings wildly with an uppercut but Anders uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC#
Anders's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Ingemar Anders is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Anders tries to bum rush Schulmann with a series of wild strikes but Schulmann uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Anders connects with a body shot that sends Schulmann's belly button to the back.
Schulmann is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Anders throws the left hand but Schulmann avoids the punch easily.
Anders throws a low kick, looking for Schulmann's leg but Schulmann calmly moves out of range. #T2#
Schulmann motions for Anders to come forward. Schulmann throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Schulmann shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Anders defends it nicely.
Anders connects with a nice looking jab.
Some wild striking there from Anders.
Schulmann misses with a shot to the body #CL#
and Anders counters by moving into the clinch.
A short right from Schulmann on the inside.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#BC#
Anders breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A good leg kick by Anders.
Ingemar Anders seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T3#
Schulmann moves out of range of the body kick.
Anders walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Schulmann showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Anders.
Anders just misses with a punch to the body.
Schulmann replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Anders blocks it well.
Anders throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Anders feints and then cracks Schulmann's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Schulmann down.
Schulmann is looking to land body kicks.
Anders is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Schulmann takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Schulmann fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Anders is looking to wear down Schulmann with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Schulmann gets cracked there but stands up to it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Anders. Schulmann does a little dance to reset his feet.
Anders fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Schulmann checks it well.
Schulmann is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Anders with a body shot.#T4#
Schulmann blocks a jab.
Schulmann is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Anders throws an overhand right that lands on Schulmann's shoulder, as Schulmann tries to avoid the shot. #TD2#
Schulmann closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Schulmann thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Anders's head.
Schulmann trying to advance position but Anders counters by regaining guard.
Schulmann with a flurry of punches that miss.
Schulmann throwing strikes but missing.
Schulmann trying to control but Anders is working from the bottom.
Anders wants to sweep but no luck.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Ingemar Anders will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Schulmann misses with a straight right.
A quick step to the side and Anders tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Schulmann misses with a hook. Anders ducked under it nicely.
Anders appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Anders waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Schulmann.
Schulmann drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Anders defends it well.
Ingemar Anders is winning the standup battle so far.#CL#
Anders clinches.
Anders throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Schulmanns head.
Schulmann has Anders pressed against the cage. #TD2#
Schulmann decides to pull guard.
Anders not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schulmann scores with a couple of body punches from the bottom.
Schulmann looking to hit a scissor sweep but Anders is one step ahead there.
Schulmann is looking to sweep but instead, Anders has passed into half guard. #T1#
Anders not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Schulmann wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Schulmann looking for submissions off his back.
Schulmann slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Schulmann is trying to keep Anders in close. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Anders tries to free his leg and advance position but Schulmann is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Schulmann is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Anders trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Anders wants to control from the top but Schulmann keeps moving.
Schulmann is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Schulmann keeping moving, preventing Anders from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Anders throws a big shot that misses.#T3#
Schulmann ducks right into an uppercut from Anders.
Nice takedown defense from Anders. No joy for Schulmann on that attempt.
Anders uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Schulmann.
A big right from Anders misses.
Schulmann checks a low kick from Anders.
Schulmann slips a jab from Anders.
Anders blocks a jab.
A left lands for Anders.
Anders jabs Schulmann to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Anders swings widly with a right hand
and Schulmann counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Anders doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Anders swings away with a leg kick that misses.#T4#
Schulmann misses with a double jab.
Schulmann closes the distance looking to clinch
and Anders counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Schulmann slips under a jab from Anders.
Schulmann displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Anders throws out the jab.
Schulmann throws out a counter right but Anders avoids it with no problem.
Anders scores with a jab. Schulmann acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Anders ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Schulmann moves away.
Schulmann throws a low kick but Anders avoids it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A looping hook to the body misses from Schulmann. Anders does a little dance to reset his feet.
Schulmann shoots for a takedown but Anders saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Good work by Anders as he checks the leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ingemar Anders dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
The fighters circling - Schulmann throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Schulmann lands with a right hand.
Anders throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Schulmann counters with a slapping leg kick.
Schulmann 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.
A jab lands there for Anders.
Schulmann throws the kick towards the body but Anders avoids it.
Nice body kick there by Schulmann.
Anders is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Schulmann.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anders with a hook.
Anders buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Anders keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Anders's jab looks to have found its range, popping Schulmann under the eye.#T1#
Anders will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Anders listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#CL2#
Schulmann closes the distance and clinches.
Schulmann lands a left hand that snaps the head of Anders backwards.
Yaniv Schulmann seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Anders prevents a takedown attempt there.
Schulmann fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Anders misses with some punches.
Schulmann changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Anders fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Schulmann lunges at Anders with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Anders's hand. #T2#
Anders fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Schulmann manages to avoid it.
Schulmann looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Anders stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Schulmann.
Anders misses with a left hand #TD2#
and Schulmann counters with a takedown into side control.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
You can see the frustration on Anders's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Anders is working to avoid the ground and pound but Schulmann connects with a decent elbow.
Schulmann misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Schulmann trying to control the position but Anders is working away. #T3#
Anders regains half guard.
Schulmann has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Schulmann wants to lay and pray for a moment but Anders keeps working.
Schulmann is thwarting Anders's attempts to control the position.
Anders regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Schulmann.
Yaniv Schulmann has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Ingemar Anders is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Schulmann is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Schulmann distracts Anders with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Anders lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Schulmann wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2#
Schulmann looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB2#
Schulmann looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB2#
Schulmann has his foot on Anders's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Anders works his way back into a safe position though.

And that's the end of the fight!
Yaniv Schulmann comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Anders 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 John Kavanagh scores the fight 29:28
Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 29:28
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ingemar Anders!

An out of breath Ingemar Anders thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: DUEL#114 Hoffman vs Chigg     
Date:   Dec 16, 2017
#R1#
Bushiri connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Bushiri looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Bushiri closes the distance but Schulmann moves to the side
and Schulmann counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bushiri throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Schulmann lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. #ROC#
Bushiri is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Shepherd Bushiri has been cut.
Schulmann takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Bushiri pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
It looked like Schulmann wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Shepherd Bushiri seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bushiri feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Schulmann's calf.
We've been hearing reports that Schulmann has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Schulmann fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bushiri manages to avoid it.
Bushiri throws a jab when Schulmann was well out of range.
Schulmann feinted with a counter takedown.
Bushiri cracks Schulmann with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD#
Schulmann throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Bushiri was covering up waiting for the punch and Schulmann finishes the takedown easily into guard. #ES2#
Bushiri manages to escape and get back to his feet. #T1#
Bushiri will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Bushiri scores with a leg kick.
Shepherd Bushiri is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Some bone on bone action there as Schulmann checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Schulmann appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Bushiri avoids a kick to the body.
Schulmann takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Schulmann pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bushiri connects with a solid leg kick.
Bushiri throws a leg kick
and Schulmann counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bushiri lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Schulmann circles away quickly and effectively.
Bushiri walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Bushiri throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Schulmann really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#T2#
Schulmann getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bushiri throws a leg kick but Schulmann sees it coming and moves out of range.
Schulmann changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Bushiri takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Bushiri throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bushiri throws a poor cross that misses
and Schulmann counters with a nice uppercut. #CL#
Bushiri tries to keep at a distance but Schulmann has taken the fight into the clinch.
Schulmann has Bushiri pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Bushiri manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Bushiri lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Bushiri scores with a shoulder strike.
Schulmann blocking some punches.
Bushiri misses with some punches.
Bushiri tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Schulmann's elbow.
Bushiri blocks a body shot from Schulmann.
Bushiri goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bushiri tries to work over Schulmann's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Schulmann tries to throw a body punch but Bushiri avoids it by throwing Schulmann back against the cage. #T3#
Bushiri lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #BC#
Schulmann escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Schulmann shoots in for a takedown but Bushiri shows good takedown defense.
Schulmann swats away the attempt to clinch by Bushiri.
Schulmann looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Bushiri is fending him off so far but Schulmann persists. Nope, Bushiri circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Yaniv Schulmann. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Schulmann throws the kick towards the body but Bushiri avoids it.
Bushiri swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Schulmann dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A jab from Schulmann finds it's way through Bushiri's defenses.
Schulmann fakes the leg kick and cracks Bushiri in the body.
Bushiri takes one to the chin there.
Schulmann misses with a hook. Bushiri ducked under it nicely. #CL2#
Bushiri closes the distance and pushes Schulmann back into the cage.
Schulmann tries to break free but Bushiri pushes him back against the cage.#T4#
Bushiri throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Schulmann misses with a punch on the inside.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Schulmann tries to land knees in the clinch but Bushiri avoids the damage to the body.
Bushiri lands a shot to the body.
A short left from Schulmann.
Bushiri lands a shot to the body.
Schulmann has a couple of punches blocked by Bushiri.
Bushiri misses with a punch to the body.
Bushiri lands a left hand.
Schulmann tries to work over Bushiri's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bushiri blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC#
Schulmann breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL2#
Bushiri moves into the clinch.
Schulmann looking to stall.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Bushiri.
Schulmann stalling in the clinch but Bushiri improves position.
Bushiri blocks an uppercut.
Schulmann has a couple of punches blocked by Bushiri.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Shepherd Bushiri will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Shepherd Bushiri'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#
Schulmann waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bushiri.
That kick from Bushiri tenderised Schulmann's leg. Schulmann is trying to keep his angry face on.
Schulmann connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Schulmann is trying hard to land a takedown here. Bushiri sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Some wild striking there from Schulmann. #CL2#
Bushiri closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Bushiri scores with a shot to the side of Schulmann's head.
Schulmann misses with a punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bushiri misses with a punch on the inside.
Bushiri throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Bushiri takes a shot to the head.
Still in the clinch, Schulmann scores with a nice short uppercut.
Schulmann prevents a body shot from Bushiri.
Shepherd Bushiri seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Bushiri stops a takedown attempt from Schulmann. #T1#
Bushiri blocks an uppercut.
Bushiri throws a head punch that misses.
Bushiri lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Bushiri lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Bushiri lands a nice uppercut.
Bushiri misses with some punches.
Schulmann goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Schulmann tries to stall but Bushiri uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Schulmann tries to throw a body punch but Bushiri avoids it by throwing Schulmann back against the cage.
A short uppercut from Bushiri.
A short left from Schulmann.
Bushiri misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bushiri can't find room to land a body shot as Schulmann controls the action.
Schulmann scores with a nice hook to the head.
Schulmann working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Bushiri misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bushiri struggles to land a body shot inside as Schulmann controls his hands.
Schulmann has a couple of punches blocked by Bushiri.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Schulmann lands a shoulder strike. #T2#
Bushiri blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bushiri lands a nice shot to the body.
Bushiri misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bushiri doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Bushiri scores with a hook to the body.
Bushiri lands a hook that snaps the head of Schulmann backwards.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Schulmann tries a body shot but Bushiri blocks it.
Bushiri misses with the head strike.
Schulmann throws a punch but it's blocked by Bushiri.
Schulmann taking a breather.
Schulmann is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Schulmann misses with a hook from the clinch.
Schulmann is trying to drag Bushiri to the mat but Bushiri just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Yaniv Schulmann. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T3#
Bushiri misses with a short punch on the inside.
Schulmann jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Bushiri walks away with a smile on his face. Schulmann gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Schulmann checks a low kick from Bushiri.
An inside leg kick lands from Bushiri.
Horrible takedown attempt by Schulmann or perhaps it was just good defense by Bushiri, which made it look bad.
Schulmann blocks a low kick nicely.
Bushiri cracks a nice hook into Schulmann's ribs.
Bushiri lands a nice hook to Schulmann's body. Schulmann takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Bushiri ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Schulmann moves away.
Schulmann throws a leg kick
and Bushiri counters with a straight right hand.
Schulmann throws a leg kick that misses.
Bushiri keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T4#
Bushiri stuffs the takedown attempt from Schulmann. Schulmann gets slowly back to his feet.
Bushiri cracks the inside of Schulmann's front leg.
Schulmann looks for the body kick but Bushiri saw that one coming.
Schulmann throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bushiri sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bushiri dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bushiri tries to clinch up but Schulmann circles away and keeps his distance.
Schulmann is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Bushiri misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Schulmann.
Schulmann motions for Bushiri to come forward. Schulmann throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Bushiri fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Schulmann has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Bushiri throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Schulmann sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Schulmann looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Shepherd Bushiri showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Shepherd Bushiri's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Schulmann ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Schulmann attempts a counter takedown but Bushiri avoids it well and moves away.
Schulmann chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Schulmann throws a wild body kick that Bushiri sees coming a mile off.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Bushiri 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 Schulmann has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Schulmann and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Bushiri pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bushiri throws a hook but Schulmann blocks it.
Schulmann is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Bushiri avoids the body shot from Schulmann.
Schulmann lands a right hook to the body.
Bushiri tries to move into range but Schulmann moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schulmann lands with an overhand left.
Bushiri scoring well with a low kick there.
Bushiri staying out of range there.
Bushiri looks to score with a jab to the body but Schulmann is just out of range.
Schulmann attempts a counter takedown but Bushiri avoids it well and moves away.#T1#
Schulmann gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Bushiri.
Bushiri misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Schulmann takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie. #CL2#
Bushiri closes the distance and pushes Schulmann back into the cage.
Bushiri tries a body shot but Schulmann blocks it.
Schulmann taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Schulmann tries to throw a body punch but Bushiri avoids it by throwing Schulmann back against the cage.
Schulmann lands a nice uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Schulmann fails to land.
Bushiri lands a hook that snaps the head of Schulmann backwards.
Schulmann prevents a body shot from Bushiri.
Schulmann is trying to maintain a safe position but Bushiri gets an underhook and turns Schulmann into the cage.
Schulmann lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Bushiri.
Schulmann has Bushiri pressed against the cage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Bushiri.
Shepherd Bushiri is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Schulmann.
Schulmann presses Bushiri against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Bushiri has a couple of punches blocked by Schulmann.
Schulmann tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bushiri's elbow.
Schulmann is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Bushiri goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Schulmann blocks a body shot from Bushiri.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Schulmann.
Schulmann tries to stall but Bushiri uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Schulmann blocks a body shot from Bushiri.
Schulmann wants to stall.
Bushiri goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bushiri makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Schulmann misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bushiri tries to work over Schulmann's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bushiri misses with a punch on the inside.
Still in the clinch, Schulmann scores with a nice short uppercut.#T3#
Schulmann lands a right hand.
Bushiri tries a body shot but Schulmann blocks it.
Bushiri lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Schulmann blocking some punches.
Nice body punch from Schulmann - that landed with a thud.
A nice left hand lands by Schulmann.
Bushiri misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bushiri blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Schulmann throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Schulmann blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Schulmann goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bushiri can't find room to land a body shot as Schulmann controls the action.
Schulmann is stalling here.
Schulmann struggles to land a body shot inside as Bushiri controls his hands.
Schulmann blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Bushiri can't find room to land a body shot as Schulmann controls the action. #T4#
Schulmann scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Bushiri tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Schulmann's elbow.
Yaniv Schulmann has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Schulmann lands a hook that snaps the head of Bushiri backwards. #BC#
Schulmann manages to break the clinch.
A clash of legs there as Bushiri blocks the low kick.
Bushiri throws out a counter right but Schulmann avoids it with no problem.
Schulmann misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bushiri.
Schulmann takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bushiri throws a shot to the body. #CL2#
Bushiri gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Schulmann lands a shot to the body.
Schulmann works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Schulmann misses with a punch on the inside.
Bushiri misses with a punch to the body.
Schulmann blocks a body shot from Bushiri.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bushiri.
Bushiri is working Schulmann over against the cage.

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 Yaniv Schulmann.
Well Bushiri 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 Joseph Jones scores the fight 28:30
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 29:29
Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 28:30

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Shepherd Bushiri!

During a confident post fight interview, Shepherd Bushiri thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: DFN#28 Scarface vs Allen     
Date:   Nov 25, 2017
#R1#
Komaroff stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Schulmann.
Schulmann misses with a takedown attempt - Komaroff sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Schulmann looks to throw the jab but Komaroff is out of range.
Komaroff tries to counter with a takedown but Schulmann is quick to defend against it.
Schulmann throws a leg kick but Komaroff sees it coming and moves out of range.
Schulmann avoids a kick to the body.
Schulmann is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Komaroff connects with an inside leg kick.
Schulmann blocks a jab.
Schulmann misses the shot to the body.
Komaroff half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Komaroff defending well as Schulmann loads up on a big left hand.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Schulmann 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.
A swing and a miss from Schulmann.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schulmann takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#TD#
Komaroff closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Schulmann to the mat! Schulmann manages to get full guard.
Schulmann bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Komaroff's guard. #REVB#
Komaroff seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Schulmann throws an elbow that misses. Komaroff uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Schulmann's guard. Nice move by Komaroff!#REVR##T1#
Komaroff postures up.
Komaroff distracts Schulmann with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Komaroff throws a big elbow that misses.
Schulmann trying to keep a closed guard but Komaroff is proving a slippery customer.
Schulmann might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Komaroff haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Komaroff connects with a couple of short punches.
Schulmann is trying to control the position but Komaroff postures up.
Komaroff working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Schulmann's head.#SUB2#
Schulmann is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Komaroff is aware though and is defending well.
Schulmann trying to keep a closed guard but Komaroff is proving a slippery customer.
Komaroff is in close to Schulmann's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Komaroff scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#T2#
Komaroff wants to pass the guard but Schulmann is keeping the position.
Schulmann wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Schulmann has momentary wrist control but Komaroff slips an elbow through the middle.
Schulmann not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Komaroff postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #SUB2#
Schulmann is looking for a triangle but Komaroff pushes his legs off easily.
Komaroff with a nice head shot there.
Komaroff throws an elbow that misses. Schulmann uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Komaroff's guard. Nice move by Schulmann!#REVB#
Schulmann stopping the sweep attempt from Komaroff.
Schulmann postures up. #T3#
Komaroff looking for a sweep. Not yet Komaroff, not yet.
Schulmann stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Komaroff swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Komaroff bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Schulmann's guard. #REVR#
Komaroff lands a couple of digs.
Schulmann trying to keep a closed guard but Komaroff is proving a slippery customer.
Komaroff postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Schulmann controls Komaroff momentarily but Komaroff frees himself.
Komaroff throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Komaroff throwing strikes from guard but Schulmann blocks nicely.
Komaroff in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T4#
Schulmann wants to sweep but no luck.
Komaroff content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #SUB2#
Schulmann working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Komaroff doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Komaroff manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Komaroff distracts Schulmann with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Schulmann manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Komaroff manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Komaroff avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Schulmann trying to control but Komaroff is working from the bottom.
Komaroff looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vasili Komaroff dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Komaroff throws out a powerful jab.
Komaroff scores with a body shot.
Komaroff throws a lazy right hand but Schulmann sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Schulmann thinks about the counter body kick.
Komaroff looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Schulmann keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Schulmann bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Komaroff's head.
Komaroff drops his hands momentarily and Schulmann takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Komaroff misses with a hook. Schulmann ducked under it nicely.
Schulmann connects with a body shot that sends Komaroff's belly button to the back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schulmann on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Komaroff keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Schulmann.
Vasili Komaroff seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A nice inside leg kick there by Komaroff. That's going to slow Schulmann down.
A jab from Schulmann misses. #T1#
Komaroff tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Schulmann was well out of range. Poor timing from Komaroff.
Komaroff is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Schulmann can do to turn this around?
Komaroff throws a head kick that misses.
Komaroff misses with a right hand
letting Schulmann counter with a right hand.
A decent looking cross lands there for Komaroff.
Schulmann lands a right hook to the body.
Komaroff uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Schulmann.
Komaroff tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Komaroff is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Schulmann.
Komaroff throws the left hand but Schulmann avoids the punch easily.
Schulmann lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Schulmann checks a leg kick.
Komaroff misses with a straight right.
Nice defenses there by Schulmann.
Schulmann tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Komaroff was well out of range. Poor timing from Schulmann.#T2#
Schulmann misses with an uppercut.
Schulmann takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
A big left from Schulmann misses.
Komaroff scores with a sloppy right hand. Schulmann should have avoided that one.
Schulmann fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Komaroff.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD#
Komaroff closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Schulmann's guard.
Komaroff in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Komaroff working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Schulmann's head.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Komaroff's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Schulmann is trying to keep Komaroff in close.
Komaroff sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Schulmann's guard.
Schulmann is trying to maintain the position but Komaroff is very close to passing his half guard.#T3#
Schulmann is trying to get back to full guard.
Komaroff is nestled in close to Schulmann, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Schulmann wants to get back to full guard.
Komaroff is stalling here. Schulmann is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Komaroff seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Schulmann has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Komaroff is trying to get back to half guard.
Schulmann in side control, throwing shots but Komaroff defends. #T4#
Komaroff is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Schulmann off and has taken his back!
Schulmann rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Komaroff lands with a punch from half guard.
Schulmann keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Komaroff looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Komaroff is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Schulmann moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Komaroff postures up and lands a big shot to Schulmann's brow.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vasili Komaroff dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Schulmann fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Komaroff avoids it really well and circles away.
Komaroff throws a hook but Schulmann avoids it easily.
Komaroff scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Schulmann moves into range and connects with a jab.
Schulmann fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Komaroff manages to avoid it.
Komaroff feinted with a counter takedown.
Komaroff rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Schulmann moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Komaroff throws a push kick but Schulmann slaps the foot to one side.
Schulmann looks like he wants to counter punch here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Komaroff throws a head kick but Schulmann moves out of range.
Schulmann changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Komaroff fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Schulmann is out of range.
Schulmann ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Komaroff moves away.#TD#
Komaroff closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Schulmann did well to prevent Komaroff getting side control.#T1#
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Komaroff lands a nice short elbow.
Komaroff scoring with strikes to the body and head. #SUB2#
Schulmann actively working from the bottom here.
Komaroff is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Schulmann controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Komaroff is trying to control. Schulmann wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Komaroff working over Schulmann with some ground and pound. Schulmann looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Komaroff lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #ROC#
Schulmann is rocked!
Schulmann controlling the position well.
Schulmann is still in real trouble! Can Komaroff finish him?#T2#
Komaroff scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Schulmann moves into full guard.
Komaroff keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Schulmann's head.
Komaroff stopping the sweep attempt from Schulmann.
Komaroff arches his back and unloads with a massive left and a right! Schulmann's eyes roll back into his head, he's out cold! The ref dives in to stop the fight - wow, they were hard shots!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:46 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Vasili Komaroff!
Vasili Komaroff looked relieved post fight as he said the following; 'IM THE FUCKING CHAMPION! GIVE ME ANYBODY AND I WILL KILL THEM LIKE I JUST KILLED GAULTIER'.

 

Event: DFN#27 Bryant vs Muller     
Date:   Nov 11, 2017
#R1#
Alexander defending well as Schulmann loads up on a big left hand.
Schulmann connects with a nice looking jab. #CL#
Alexander clinches with his opponent.
Schulmann blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Schulmann throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Alexander blocks it with crossed arms.
A head punch on the inside from Alexander fails to land.
Alexander lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Schulmann is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Alexander is keeping busy.
Alexander working aggressively here.
Alexander lands a body punch in the clinch.
A right hook to the body lands for Schulmann.
Schulmann misses with a body punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schulmann goes for a takedown in the clinch but Alexander prevents it.
Alexander has a couple of punches blocked by Schulmann. #TD2#
Schulmann drags the fight down to the ground.
Alexander connects with a couple of short punches.
Schulmann keeping moving, preventing Alexander from controlling successfully. #T1##SUB2#
Schulmann has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Alexander doesn't defend quickly enough and Schulmann has managed to lock this one up! Can Alexander escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Schulmann on a fantastic submission victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Yaniv Schulmann!
After winning the bout, Yaniv Schulmann thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: DFN#25 Conchito vs White     
Date:   Oct 14, 2017
#R1#
A jab from Schulmann does it's job there.
Power looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Schulmann cracks Power with a good jab.
Schulmann scores with a nice head shot.
Schulmann with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Schulmann with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Schulmann lands a leg kick that knocks Power off balance momentarily.
Power takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Schulmann lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Nice uppercut there from Schulmann.
Schulmann is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Schulmann throws a nice outside leg kick.
A jab from Schulmann does it's job there.#T1#
Schulmann dips to his left and cracks Power with an uppercut!#ROC2#
Power is rocked!
Schulmann has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.#TD2#
Schulmann scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Oh Power is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Power is breathing heavily.
Schulmann is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Power seems to have got his legs back now.
Schulmann scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Power wants to get back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Schulmann performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Power trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Schulmann manages to pass to mount!
Power working to try and regain half guard. #T2#
Schulmann takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Schulmann looking to finish Power with some ground and pound. This is bad for Power!
Schulmann looking to control and managing it successfully.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Schulmann's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Schulmann landing punches.
Schulmann looking to control and managing it successfully. #T3#
Schulmann landing punches.
Schulmann looking to control and managing it successfully.
Schulmann pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Schulmann landing strikes from the mount and Power is in trouble!
Schulmann working the ground and pound effectively.
The referee warns Power that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Schulmann takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Schulmann lands a big shot there that rocks Power but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
BOOM! Schulmann connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Power is bucking up trying to escape but Schulmann cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Schulmann controlling the pace for now. #T4#
Schulmann looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Schulmann lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Schulmann lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Schulmann controlling the pace for now.
Schulmann lands a big elbow.
Power is looking to get to half guard.
Schulmann landing strikes from the mount and Power is in trouble!
Schulmann landing strikes from the mount.
Schulmann lands a big shot to the head and Power winces in pain. He's tapped out due to strikes!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Yaniv Schulmann!
Yaniv Schulmann seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Sep 21, 2017
#R1#
Mies looks to clinch
and Schulmann counters with a good low kick that Mies was not able to check.
Mies misses with a takedown attempt
and Schulmann connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Schulmann feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Mies's calf.
Schulmann Throws a clean left jab. Schulmann Twirls his body and connects with a Spinning Back Fist that connects flush with Mies's chin! Mies crumbles to the ground and Schulmann follows up with some unanswered strikes. It's all over!! Nice standup skills displayed by Schulmann!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Yaniv Schulmann!
A very excited looking Yaniv Schulmann 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.
In defeat, Pit Mies stepped up to the mic, saying 'I will be back stronger!'.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Sep 15, 2017
#R1##TD2#
Mies drives through with a takedown into Schulmann's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Mies working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #SUB#
Schulmann is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Schulmann is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Mies is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Mies working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Schulmann is trying to keep Mies in close.
Mies won't allow Schulmann to sweep him here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mies wants to pass the guard but Schulmann is keeping the position.#SUB#
Schulmann throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #T1#
Schulmann is trying to control the position but Mies postures up. #SUB#
Schulmann looking for a guillotine here but Mies defends easily.
Mies not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB#
Schulmann throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Mies trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Schulmann manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR##T2#
Schulmann scoring with punches to the head and body.
Mies trying to control the position.
Schulmann throwing strikes from guard but Mies blocks nicely.
Schulmann throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Mies works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #SUB2#
Mies is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Schulmann is aware though and is defending well.
Schulmann engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T3#
Schulmann passes Mies's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Schulmann trying to control the action but Mies is working from the bottom.
We've been informed that Mies has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Schulmann prevents Mies from improving his position.
Schulmann lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Schulmann landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Schulmann slows the pace down in half guard.
Mies tries to get to full guard but Schulmann has control of the leg. #T4#
Mies is trying to control but Schulmann manages to pass to mount!
Schulmann punishing his opponent with strikes.
Schulmann tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Schulmann lands a heavy elbow. #ROC#
Mies is rocked!
Oooooh, big shot lands for Schulmann! Mies is hurt baaadly! Schulmann is firing away with more strikes - Mies is covering up... the ref is warning him to do something. He's just covering up though still and the ref has to step in to end the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Yaniv Schulmann!
A relieved looking Yaniv Schulmann thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
Pit Mies was interviewed post fight and said 'I will be back stronger!'.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Sep 11, 2017
#R1#
Mies throws a looping overhand right but Schulmann ducks down to avoid it.
Schulmann now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Mies throws an off balance right hand
and Schulmann counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Mies thinking.
Mies throws a lazy uppercut
and Schulmann counters with a nice uppercut.
Mies throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Schulmann counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#TD2#
Schulmann looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Mies!
Schulmann working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Mies tries to escape but Schulmann is in control.
Schulmann staying calm.
Schulmann scores with a couple of short elbows.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mies tries to escape but Schulmann is in control.
Schulmann is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Schulmann is putting a hurting on Mies here, landing some big shots from side control.
Mies pushes Schulmann away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Schulmann gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#T1#
Schulmann in side control, just content to control the action for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Mies is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Schulmann lands a few punches from side control.
Schulmann lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Mies down.
Mies is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Schulmann has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Schulmann has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Mies taking a bit of punishment here - Schulmann scoring with strikes.
Mies on the wrong end of some ground and pound. #ROC2#
Mies is rocked!
Schulmann cracks Mies with a big elbow. Oh, he's hurt! Schulmann immediately mounts and start dropping bombs! Mies is done! The referee jumps in and saves him from any more punishment - a quick and decisive finish by Schulmann!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Yaniv Schulmann!
Our winner, Yaniv Schulmann, 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.
Pit Mies spoke after the fight, saying 'I will be back stronger!'.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Aug 29, 2017
#R1#
Schulmann showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Garcia.
Garcia fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Schulmann, as that shot connected.
Garcia stuns Schulmann with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Schulmann shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Schulmann keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Schulmann is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Schulmann throws an overhand right that lands on Garcia's shoulder, as Garcia tries to avoid the shot.
Haislan Garcia seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Schulmann lands a jab to Garcia's midsection.
Garcia just misses with a punch to the body.
Schulmann defending well as Garcia loads up on a big left hand.
A slow jab from Schulmann misses its intended target.
Garcia steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Schulmann.
Garcia misses with a jab to the body
and Garcia takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Schulmann looks to throw the jab but Garcia is out of range. #T1#
Schulmann finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
A big right from Garcia misses.
Schulmann swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Garcia punishes Schulmann's body with a nice straight punch.
Some wild striking there from Garcia.
Garcia throws a one two combo.
Garcia lands a nice hook to Schulmann's body. Schulmann takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Garcia throws a right and a left that both miss.
Garcia misses with an uppercut. Schulmann saw that one coming.
A big left from Garcia misses.
Schulmann let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Garcia's corner calls for a 1-2. Garcia obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Schulmann throws a hook to the side of Garcia's head but Garcia sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Garcia misses the shot to the body. #T2#
Garcia with a hook.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Garcia cracks Schulmann with a right hand to the side of the head.
A telegraphed right hand from Garcia misses the target.
Nice jab there from Garcia.
A swing and a miss from Garcia.
Garcia lands with an overhand left.
Schulmann uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Garcia.
Schulmann unleashes a big counter combination but Garcia bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Garcia sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Garcia throws a big shot that misses.
Garcia takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Schulmann uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Garcia.
Schulmann takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Schulmann moves out of range of the strikes.
Garcia misses with an uppercut.
Schulmann feints the counter takedown.
Schulmann slips a jab from Garcia.#T3#
Schulmann throws a series of punches but Garcia avoids them all with ease.
Left hook, right uppercut from Garcia.
Schulmann throws out a loose jab but Garcia uses good head movement to avoid it.
Garcia throws a lazy right hand but Schulmann sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A big left from Garcia misses.
Schulmann throws a leg kick that is checked
and Garcia counters with a straight right hand.
Schulmann defending well as Garcia loads up on a big left hand.
Schulmann fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Garcia manages to avoid it.
Garcia thuds his right hand into Schulmann's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Schulmann moves out of range as Garcia strikes.
A countering left hand to the body from Schulmann misses.
Schulmann scores with a hook to the body. Garcia takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Garcia fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Schulmann manages to avoid it.
Schulmann throws a wild body kick that Garcia sees coming a mile off.
Garcia throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Garcia waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Schulmann.
Garcia is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.#T4#
Schulmann tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Garcia was well out of range. Poor timing from Schulmann.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A big right from Schulmann misses.
Haislan Garcia is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Garcia throws a body punch but Schulmann moves out of range.
Schulmann works Garcia's body with a nice hook.
Garcia throws a big shot that misses.
Schulmann ducks under a wild hook from Garcia.
Garcia lands with a hook. Schulmann tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Garcia throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A countering left hand to the body from Schulmann misses.
Garcia lands a nice looking body shot.
Schulmann bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Garcia's head.
Garcia lands a jab.
Garcia throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Schulmann scores with a jab to the head.
Garcia just misses with a punch to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Haislan Garcia dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Garcia misses with a lunging right hand
and Schulmann counters with a nice low kick that buckles Garcia's knee momentarily.
Garcia avoids a kick to the body.
Garcia is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Schulmann can do to turn this around?
Garcia lands a right hook to the body.
Garcia misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Schulmann.
Garcia throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Garcia crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Schulmann - the referee stops the clock and Garcia gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Schulmann. Garcia manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Garcia throws a big shot that misses.
Garcia checks a low kick from Schulmann.
Garcia was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
A telegraphed right hand from Garcia misses the target.
A little jabbing left from Schulmann on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Garcia throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Schulmann! But no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schulmann misses with a head kick.
Garcia throwing a counter right hand but Schulmann manages to avoid it.
Garcia throws a right hand that misses
and Schulmann counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Garcia takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Garcia misses with a straight right.
Garcia throws an off balance right hand
and Schulmann counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#T1#
Schulmann misses with a body kick.
Garcia moves out of range as Schulmann throws a body kick.
Garcia is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Schulmann staying out of range there.
Garcia showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Schulmann.
Garcia misses with a looping right.
A telegraphed right hand from Garcia misses the target.
Schulmann is looking to chop away at Garcia's legs.
Schulmann throws a hook but Garcia avoids it easily.
Schulmann throws a sloppy head kick and Garcia moves out of range easily.
Schulmann slips under a jab from Garcia.
Schulmann attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Some wild striking there from Garcia.
Schulmann only half commits to the counter leg kick.#T2#
Schulmann looks for the body kick but Garcia saw that one coming.
Garcia listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Garcia rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Schulmann moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
And Schulmann responds with a good body kick, but Garcia manages to step out the way in time.
Garcia scores with a crisp jab that stopped Schulmann in his tracks.
A jab lands there for Garcia.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Garcia checks a low kick from Schulmann.
Schulmann throws a half hearted mid kick.
Schulmann waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Garcia.
Nice uppercut lands for Garcia. That snapped Schulmann's head back.
Garcia is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Schulmann.
Garcia misses with the combination.
Garcia walks forward, straight into a front kick from Schulmann.#T3#
Nice defenses there by Schulmann.
Schulmann uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Garcia.
A swing and a miss from Schulmann.
Schulmann jabs at Garcia's body.
Schulmann finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Schulmann throws a body punch but Garcia moves out of range.
Garcia slips a straight right by Schulmann.
It looked like Garcia wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Schulmann scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Garcia doesn't seem bothered though.
Schulmann avoids the body shot from Garcia.
Garcia with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Schulmann to score with a decent uppercut.
Garcia misses with an uppercut.
Schulmann tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Schulmann avoids the body shot from Garcia.
A jab from Garcia does it's job there.#T4#
Schulmann throws a head kick but Garcia moves out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Garcia misses the target.
Garcia will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Garcia slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Garcia is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Schulmann.
Schulmann is trying to counter with his kicks.
Garcia scores with the left hand. Schulmann knows he should have avoided that one.
A thudding body kick lands there by Schulmann!
Garcia throws a hook to the side of Schulmann's head but Schulmann sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Garcia dips to his left and cracks Schulmann with an uppercut!
Schulmann walks into a jab.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Garcia takes a body punch but keeps moving.
A slow jab from Garcia misses its intended target.
Schulmann tries a quick counter leg kick but Garcia is wise to it.
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 Haislan Garcia 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#
Schulmann shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Garcia as he jumps to the side.
Garcia circles away from the clinch attempt.
Garcia throwing a counter right hand but Schulmann manages to avoid it.
Schulmann with a hook.
Schulmann gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Garcia.
Schulmann misses with a straight left.
Schulmann looks for the body kick but Garcia saw that one coming.
A swing and a miss from Garcia.
Garcia jabs Schulmann to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Schulmann misses with a straight right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Garcia throws a shot from downtown. Schulmann moves away and avoids it.
Garcia throws a looping overhand right but Schulmann ducks down to avoid it.
A countering left hand to the body from Schulmann misses.
Garcia scores with a punch to the head.
Garcia missing with a left hand there. Schulmann was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Schulmann throws a low kick, looking for Garcia's leg but Garcia calmly moves out of range. #T1#
Schulmann scores with a decent looking hook.
Garcia swings for the body but Schulmann moves out of range.
Nice uppercut lands for Schulmann. That snapped Garcia's head back.
A big right from Garcia misses.
Schulmann lands a slapping body shot.
Garcia moves into range and connects with a jab.
Garcia misses the shot to the body.
Schulmann changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Garcia throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Schulmann.
A head kick misses from Schulmann.
Garcia takes a swing at Schulmann's ribcage but misses.
Schulmann misses with a straight left.
Garcia wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Schulmann has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Schulmann dodges the punch combination from Garcia.
Yaniv Schulmann has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Schulmann throws a body shot but no joy.
Schulmann slips a jab and a cross from Garcia.
Schulmann appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Garcia connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Schulmann throws a body kick that misses.
A big right from Garcia misses.
Schulmann on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Schulmann throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Garcia checks a low kick from Schulmann.
Garcia jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Schulmann throws out a counter right but Garcia avoids it with no problem.
Garcia misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Schulmann.
Garcia throws a right hand that misses
and Schulmann counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Schulmann swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Schulmann slips under a jab from Garcia.#T3#
Garcia fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Schulmann manages to avoid it.
Schulmann only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Garcia misses with a combination
and Schulmann counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Schulmann tries to land a leg kick but Garcia saw it coming and moves away.
Haislan Garcia is winning the standup battle so far.
Garcia checks the leg kick nicely there.
Garcia throws a right hand that Schulmann ducks under and follows up with a left that Schulmann also avoids with ease.
Garcia swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Garcia throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Schulmann stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Schulmann fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Garcia manages to avoid it.
Schulmann lands a body shot.
Schulmann swings for the body but Garcia moves out of range.
Schulmann scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Garcia throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Schulmann on the side of the head. #T4#
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Schulmann, right into the meat.
Garcia throws a hook but Schulmann avoids it easily.
Garcia scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Schulmann steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Garcia.
Garcia bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Schulmann's head.
Garcia feints a jab promting Schulmann to slip. Garcia then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Schulmann slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Garcia lands a nice shot to the body.
Schulmann scores with a hook to the body. Garcia takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Schulmann avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Schulmann is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Garcia with a body shot.
Schulmann misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Garcia.
Schulmann dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Garcia. That did some damage!
A decent looking cross lands there for Garcia.
Garcia throws a hook but Schulmann avoids it easily.
A little jabbing left from Schulmann on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.

And that's the end of the fight!
Haislan Garcia showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Garcia 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Haislan Garcia!

The defeated Yaniv Schulmann had this to say: 'Upon completing this tournament, which ends after one more fight, Im cutting ties with my current manager.'.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Aug 23, 2017
#R1#
Roman misses with an uppercut. Schulmann saw that one coming.#TD#
Schulmann looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half 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.
Schulmann performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Schulmann not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Schulmann throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schulmann wants to lay and pray for a moment but Roman keeps working.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Roman blocking the ground and pound attempt from Schulmann.
Schulmann is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! #T1#
Schulmann looking to ground and pound but Roman is blocking nicely.
Schulmann avoids the attempt from Roman to control.
Roman blocking the ground and pound.
Roman is trying desperately to improve position.
Roman is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
Poor strikes thrown by Schulmann there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
Schulmann postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Roman looks a forlorn figure.
Schulmann trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T2#
Schulmann is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Roman can't stay in a position like this for much longer. #ROC#
Roman is rocked!
Schulmann postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Roman looks a forlorn figure.
Roman is still in real trouble! Can Schulmann finish him?#SUB#
Schulmann with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Roman is looking to get to half guard.
Schulmann 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.
Schulmann unloads with some vicious shots from mount and Roman wants out - he looks towards the referee who steps in to save him! Schulmann celebrates on the cage and the crowd goes wild!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Yaniv Schulmann!
Our winner, Yaniv Schulmann, 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: SYN 115 Pedro vs Smith 2     
Date:   Mar 24, 2017
#R1#
The fighters circle momentarily. Ohchooto darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Nice defenses there by Schulmann.
Some wild striking there from Ohchooto.
Schulmann really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
A good leg kick by Ohchooto.
The fighters circling - Ohchooto throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Schulmann throwing a counter right hand but Ohchooto manages to avoid it.
Ohchooto swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Ohchooto fails with an attempt to clinch.
Schulmann checks a leg kick.
Schulmann ducks under a wild hook from Ohchooto.#CL2#
Schulmann gets tackled into the cage by Ohchooto. Ohchooto maintains the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ohchooto misses with the head strike.
Schulmann avoiding damage as Ohchooto throws knees to the body.
Schulmann blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Schulmann working aggressively here.
Ohchooto misses with an elbow strike.
Schulmann swings wildly with an uppercut but Ohchooto uses good head movement to avoid it.
Schulmann managing to block the knees to the body from Ohchooto. #T1#
A short right from Ohchooto on the inside.
Schulmann tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Ohchooto gets through Schulmann's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Ohchooto missing with knees to the body.
Ohchooto scores with a nice hook to the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ohchooto.
Schulmann has a couple of punches blocked by Ohchooto.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Ohchooto throws a head punch that misses.
Ohchooto cracks Schulmann with a nice body shot.
Schulmann tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Ohchooto tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Ohchooto makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Ohchooto scores with a shoulder strike.
Ohchooto lands a hook to the side of the head.
Ohchooto lands an elbow that stopped Schulmann in his tracks for a moment.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ohchooto lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
A short uppercut from Ohchooto. #ROC2#
Schulmann is rocked!
Ohchooto makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Oh Schulmann is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T2#
A nice right hand lands inside from Ohchooto.
Ohchooto pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Ohchooto unloads with a big right hand that wobbles Schulmann! He's leaning against the cage trying to keep his feet but Ohchooto is unloading with more strikes now! Schulmann drops to his knees and the referee stops the fight for a TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:13 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Moses Ohchooto!
An out of breath and clearly excited Moses Ohchooto thanked Spartan Nutrition for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).
Yaniv Schulmann was interviewed post fight and said 'Upon completing this tournament, which ends after one more fight, Im cutting ties with my current manager.'.

 

Event: Havoc Midweek Mayhem 6     
Date:   Mar 08, 2017
#R1#
Takano throws a quick inside leg kick.
Takano swings widly with a right hand
and Schulmann connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Schulmann, right into the meat.
Schulmann avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Schulmann misses the shot to the body.
Schulmann cracks Takano with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Takano throws a body shot but no joy.
A countering left hand to the body from Schulmann misses.
Schulmann takes a swing at Takano's ribcage but misses.
Takano throws a front kick aimed at Schulmann's knee but Schulmann avoids it well.
Takano misses with a low kick.
Schulmann appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Takano throws an overhand right that lands on Schulmann's shoulder, as Schulmann tries to avoid the shot.
Takano throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Schulmann tries to clinch but Takano is having none of it.
Takano lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Schulmann throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Yuki Takano seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
A solid leg kick lands there for Takano.
Schulmann connects with an inside leg kick.
Schulmann moves away from the strike by Takano.
Schulmann blocks a low kick nicely.
Schulmann now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Takano connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Schulmann checks a leg kick.
Schulmann throws a big counter head kick but Takano avoids it with no problem.
Takano scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Schulmann moves forwards but Takano connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Takano darts in trying to clinch
and Schulmann counters with a nice leg kick.
Schulmann fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Takano manages to avoid it.
Takano dodges the punch combination from Schulmann. #T2#
Takano throws a right hand that Schulmann ducks under and follows up with a left that Schulmann also avoids with ease.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Takano throws a body shot but no joy.
Schulmann drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Takano defends it well.
Nice body punch from Schulmann.
Takano throws a nice inside leg kick.
Schulmann is trying hard to land a takedown here. Takano sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Takano appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Takano is looking to land body kicks.
Schulmann lands a nice leg kick that just misses Takano's sensitive parts.
Takano scoring well with a low kick there.
Schulmann keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Jab, jab by Schulmann - just one landing.
Takano misses with a body kick.
Takano throws a sloppy head kick and Schulmann moves out of range easily. #T3#
Schulmann chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Takano can pounce on him.
Takano pivots, looking for a leg kick but Schulmann is out of range and Takano settles back down.
A countering left hand to the body from Schulmann misses.
Takano finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
A chopping leg kick lands by Takano.
Takano takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Takano misses with a hook
and Schulmann counters with a nice body shot.
A big left from Takano misses.
Schulmann shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Takano as he avoids it easily.
The fighters circling - Takano throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
It seemed like Schulmann was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Takano has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Schulmann.
Schulmann on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Takano waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Schulmann.#T4#
Takano misses with a right hand
and Schulmann counters with a good low kick that Takano was not able to check.
Schulmann tries for a takedown but Takano sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Yuki Takano has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Yaniv Schulmann.
Schulmann 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.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Schulmann throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Schulmann slips under a jab from Takano.
Schulmann drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Takano defends it well.
Schulmann is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Schulmann avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Schulmann is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Schulmann looks to score with a jab to the body but Takano is just out of range.
Schulmann shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Takano uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Schulmann.
Schulmann moves out of range of the body kick.
Schulmann keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Schulmann with the counter takedown but Takano avoids it easily.
Takano throws an overhand right that lands on Schulmann's shoulder, as Schulmann tries to avoid the shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Yuki Takano dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Schulmann shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Takano takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Takano changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Takano misses with a head kick.
Schulmann blocks a head kick by Takano.
Schulmann looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Schulmann lands a body shot.
Schulmann wants to slow Takano down by chopping away at his legs.
Takano misses with a kick to the body.
A good leg kick by Takano.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schulmann takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Schulmann goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Takano fires out a quick counter leg kick but Schulmann just manages to avoid it.
Schulmann throws a wild body kick that Takano sees coming a mile off.
Schulmann checks a leg kick.#T1#
Schulmann checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Takano throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Schulmann throws a predictable looking body shot #TD#
and Takano counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Takano not doing much here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Takano prevents Schulmann from improving his position.
Takano trying to control the action but Schulmann is working from the bottom.
Takano is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Takano wants to lay and pray for a moment but Schulmann keeps working. #T2##SUB2#
Schulmann looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Takano sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Takano is keen to just control but Schulmann is a slippery customer.
Takano content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #SUB2#
Schulmann looking for submissions off his back.
Takano wants to free his trapped foot but Schulmann is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T3#
Takano stalling.
Takano is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Schulmann can do to turn this around?
Schulmann wants to control but Takano is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Schulmann has his hands clasped together around Takano's back. He's all about the action.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Takano throws a poor cross that misses
and Schulmann cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CL#
Takano drives through and clinches with Schulmann against the cage.
Takano tries to work over Schulmann's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Takano lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Schulmann trying to stall but Takano improves his position.
A head punch on the inside from Schulmann fails to land.
Takano pushes Schulmann back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Takano presses Schulmann against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Schulmann lands on the inside with an uppercut. #T4#
Schulmann working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Takano throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Schulmanns head.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Takano as Schulmann tries to tie him up. #BC#
Takano escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Takano connects with an inside leg kick.
Takano cracks Schulmann with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
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!
Schulmann digs a good body shot into Takano's ribs.
Takano throws a hook but Schulmann avoids it easily.
Takano scores with a leg kick.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Schulmann checks a leg kick.
Takano takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Takano thows a left - swing and a miss!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Yuki Takano 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. 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#
Schulmann shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Takano as he jumps to the side.
Yuki Takano is winning the standup battle so far.
Takano lands with an overhand left.
Takano goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Takano misses with a head kick.
Schulmann's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Schulmann uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Takano.
Schulmann looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A nice leg kick lands there from Takano.
Schulmann sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schulmann scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Schulmann misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Takano counters with a nice low kick that buckles Schulmann's knee momentarily.
Schulmann keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Takano.#T1#
Takano feints and then cracks Schulmann's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Schulmann down.
Takano misses with a jab, cross combination.
Schulmann dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Takano missing with a left hand there. Schulmann was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Takano misses with a left hand
and Takano takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Takano tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Schulmann has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Takano lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Schulmann lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Takano misses with a combination
and Schulmann counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#ROC2#
Takano is rocked!
Schulmann misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Takano.
Oh Takano is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Schulmann looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Takano throws a body kick that misses
and Schulmann counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Yaniv Schulmann has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Schulmann checks the leg kick.
Schulmann ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Takano moves away.
Takano tries to close the distance and clinch up but Schulmann swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Schulmann misses with a hook.
Takano half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Takano feints and then cracks Schulmann's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Schulmann down.
Takano throws a body kick that misses #TD2#
and Schulmann counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Takano!
Schulmann wants to lay and pray for a moment but Takano keeps working.
Takano wants to get back to his feet but Schulmann drags him back down.
Schulmann working the head and body with strikes.
Takano wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Schulmann wants to control but Takano is keeping him busy.
Takano tries to escape but Schulmann is in control.
Schulmann in side control here. He's dropped a big elbow there and Takano looks hurt! Oh, he is hurt! Schulmann turns on the heat and pounds him out for a TKO victory! Good killer instinct there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Yaniv Schulmann!
After winning the bout, Yaniv Schulmann thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: Havoc Weekend War 3     
Date:   Feb 04, 2017
#R1#
Claudiano rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Schulmann moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Claudiano bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#CL2#
Claudiano has Schulmann up against the cage in a clinch. #TD2#
Claudiano gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Schulmann tries to get to full guard but Claudiano has control of the leg.
Schulmann is trying is best to control the position here.
Schulmann tries to roll over but Claudiano keeps him under control.
Ground and pound from Claudiano.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Claudiano is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Schulmann is just riding it out for now. Claudiano eventually gives up the hold.
Claudiano is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #T1#
Claudiano stalling.
Claudiano lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Schulmann wants to control but Claudiano passes into side.
Schulmann is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Claudiano's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Schulmann trying to control from the bottom.
Schulmann really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Claudiano looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #SUB2#
Claudiano is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Schulmann doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Claudiano.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Schulmann tries to get to full guard but Claudiano has control of the leg.
Claudiano wants to lay and pray for a moment but Schulmann keeps working.
Claudiano is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T3#
Schulmann manages to get to full guard.
Claudiano passes into half guard. #SUB2#
Claudiano wants to work for an arm triangle but Schulmann is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Schulmann trying to hold on to Claudiano's head to control him but Claudiano postures up.
Schulmann works his way to full guard. Good work.#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.
Claudiano landing with the ground and pound.
Schulmann looking for a sweep. Not yet Schulmann, not yet.
Claudiano stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Schulmann swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Schulmann wants to sweep here but Claudiano controlling him for the moment.
Claudiano postures up and lands a big shot to Schulmann's brow.
Claudiano in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Schulmann tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Schulmann working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Claudiano has passed into half guard!
Claudiano scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Waldo Claudiano dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
A slapping leg kick lands for Schulmann.
Schulmann's jab looks to have found its range, popping Claudiano under the eye.
Claudiano throws out a loose jab but Schulmann uses good head movement to avoid it.
Claudiano wants to clinch
and Schulmann makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Schulmann misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Claudiano. #CL2#
Claudiano closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Schulmann throws a punch but it's blocked by Claudiano.
Claudiano misses with a punch to the body. #TD2#
Claudiano gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Schulmann is looking to improve his position.
Schulmann is pressing down on Claudiano's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T1##SUB#
Schulmann has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Claudiano can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Claudiano looking to pass the guard.
Claudiano has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB#
Schulmann working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Claudiano doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Claudiano manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Schulmann working a defensive guard here.
Claudiano stopping the sweep attempt from Schulmann.#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.
Claudiano slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Claudiano scoring with some ground and pound.
Schulmann looking for a sweep. Not yet Schulmann, not yet.
Claudiano has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Claudiano accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Claudiano controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Claudiano scores with a nice body kick.
Schulmann circles away from the clinch attempt.
Schulmann scores with a kick to the midsection.
Schulmann chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Claudiano can pounce on him. #TD2#
Claudiano scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #T3#
Schulmann is looking to improve his position.
Claudiano looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Schulmann slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB#
Schulmann escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Claudiano gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Schulmann looking for a guillotine here but Claudiano defends easily.
Schulmann keeping moving, preventing Claudiano from controlling successfully.
Schulmann will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#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.
Claudiano throwing strikes from guard but Schulmann blocks nicely.
Schulmann keeping full guard, as Claudiano tries to pass. #SUB#
Claudiano avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Claudiano postures up in Schulmann's guard and throws a big left but Schulmann blocks it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Claudiano lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Waldo Claudiano showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R3#
Schulmann fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Claudiano avoids it really well and circles away.
Claudiano throws the kick towards the body but Schulmann avoids it.
Schulmann avoids the body shot from Claudiano.
Claudiano throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Schulmann throws a body shot but no joy.
Claudiano scores with a jab to the head.
Schulmann tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Claudiano defends well and Schulmann ends up having to push Claudiano into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#CL2#
Claudiano gets a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Claudiano is trying to trip Schulmann. He has hold of a leg but Schulmann is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Claudiano persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Claudiano throws a big right hand that misses.
Claudiano postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Claudiano with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#T1#
Claudiano controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB#
Schulmann escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Claudiano gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Claudiano wants to control from the top but Schulmann keeps moving.
Claudiano is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #SUB#
Schulmann looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Claudiano passes into half guard.
Claudiano is looking to advance position but Schulmann won't allow it. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Claudiano slips a nice elbow through Schulmann's hands, connecting with Schulmann's forehead.
Schulmann is staying active underneath Claudiano, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Schulmann is looking to improve his position.
Schulmann taking some punishment here, with Claudiano in his 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. Claudiano connects with a nice short shot to Schulmann's temple.
Schulmann has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Claudiano is working away from the top position though.#T3#
Schulmann is looking to improve his position.
Claudiano working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Claudiano looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Schulmann with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Schulmann wants to improve his position but Claudiano is controlling well.
Schulmann is looking to control Claudiano's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Schulmann avoid being mounted?
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#SUB2#
Claudiano is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Schulmann tries to roll over but Claudiano keeps him under control.
Schulmann is working hard here to advance position.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Schulmann's corner calls for a 1-2. Schulmann obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #TD2#
Claudiano scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #SUB#
Schulmann looking for submissions off his back.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Schulmann won't allow Claudiano to pass to mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Waldo Claudiano really dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R4##CL2#
Claudiano rushes Schulmann and presses him up against the cage.
Schulmann misses with a punch on the inside.
Claudiano lands with a right to the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Claudiano.
Claudiano cracks Schulmann with a nice body shot.
Schulmann misses with a punch to the body.
Claudiano working aggressively here.
Schulmann is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Claudiano is keeping busy.
Schulmann lands a shoulder strike.
Schulmann misses with a punch to the body.
Schulmann tries to work over Claudiano'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.
Schulmann tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Claudiano works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Schulmann misses with a hook from the clinch.
Claudiano digs a right hand into Schulmann's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Schulmann's gas tank.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Schulmann tries to throw a body punch but Claudiano avoids it by throwing Schulmann back against the cage.
Schulmann tries to work over Claudiano's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T1#
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Claudiano creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #TD2#
Claudiano gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Schulmann is trying to control but can't.
Claudiano is nestled in close to Schulmann, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Schulmann is not content to let Claudiano control the position.
Claudiano scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Claudiano is keen to just control but Schulmann is a slippery customer.
Claudiano trying to control the pace.
Claudiano is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard. #T2##SUB#
Schulmann has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Claudiano can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Schulmann working a defensive guard but Claudiano passes into half guard.
Schulmann taking some punishment here, with Claudiano in his 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. Claudiano connects with a nice short shot to Schulmann's temple.
Claudiano controlling the action here. #SUB2#
Claudiano is working for a kimura but Schulmann is defending it quite comfortably. #T3#
Claudiano seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Schulmann does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB2#
Claudiano is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Claudiano lands a nice short elbow.
Schulmann is pressing down on Claudiano's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Schulmann keeping moving, preventing Claudiano from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
Schulmann looking for subs off his back but Claudiano has passed one foot through into half guard.
Claudiano content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Schulmann wants to control but Claudiano is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Schulmann has hold of Claudiano's hands but Claudiano slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Waldo Claudiano dominated that fourth round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. And we move into the final round!
#R5##CL2#
Claudiano has taken the fight to the clinch.
Claudiano doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Claudiano. #TD2#
Claudiano has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Schulmann is trying to keep an underhook but Claudiano manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Schulmann is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Claudiano's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Claudiano's back!
Claudiano trying to control the position but Schulmann manages to sink in the hooks.
Claudiano is really stuck here.
Schulmann scores with punches to the body.
Schulmann thows a huge left but connects with the canvas and not his opponent.
Schulmann struggling to keep hold of the position.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Schulmann gets his hands free as Claudiano looks to control. #T1#
Schulmann throwing wild punches that miss their target.
Claudiano tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Claudiano wants to hold on but Schulmann pushes him away.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Schulmann misses with a series of strikes from mount. He'll no doubt be working on his ground and pound when he gets back to the gym.
Claudiano manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Schulmann not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Claudiano is looking for a sweep. Schulmann is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Schulmann trying to control from half guard but Claudiano is working away.
Schulmann prevents Claudiano from improving his position.
Yaniv Schulmann has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Schulmann throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Schulmann throwing shots but Claudiano is blocking nicely.
Claudiano trying to control from the bottom. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Yaniv Schulmann is winning the standup battle so far.
Schulmann takes a swing at Claudiano's ribcage but misses.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Claudiano.
Claudiano stuns Schulmann with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#CL2#
Claudiano pushes Schulmann up against the cage in a clinch.
Schulmann lands with a left to the head.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Schulmann creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Claudiano scores with a nice hook to the head.
Schulmann throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Claudianos head. #T3#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Schulmann.
Schulmann lands a right hand that snaps the head of Claudiano backwards.
Schulmann throws a punch but it's blocked by Claudiano.
Claudiano scores with a shoulder strike.
Schulmann tries to pull guard but Claudiano won't allow it.
Schulmann can't find room to land a body shot as Claudiano controls the action.
Claudiano tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #TD2#
Claudiano has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Schulmann regains guard immediately.
Claudiano cracks Schulmann with a solid left hand.#SUB#
Schulmann working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Claudiano doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Claudiano manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Claudiano controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T4#
Schulmann throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Schulmann is on top in guard. #REVR#
Schulmann loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #SUB2#
Claudiano looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Schulmann throwing strikes from guard but Claudiano blocks nicely.
Claudiano pulls Schulmann in close to prevent any damage.
Schulmann working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.

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 Yaniv Schulmann.
Well Claudiano has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 46:49
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 45:50
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 46:49

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Waldo Claudiano!

Waldo Claudiano is the new bantamweight champion!
The defeated Yaniv Schulmann had this to say: 'Upon completing this tournament, which ends after one more fight, Im cutting ties with my current manager.'.

 

Event: Havoc Rebirth     
Date:   Jan 04, 2017
#R1#
Some bone on bone action there as Pratchett checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Pratchett looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A nice inside leg kick there by Schulmann. That's going to slow Pratchett down.
Pratchett tries to clinch but Schulmann moves out of range.
Pratchett misses with a left hand
and Schulmann counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Pratchett thinking.
Schulmann lands a nice looking body kick.
Schulmann fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Schulmann throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Pratchett now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schulmann throws a combination that misses
and Pratchett counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#TD2#
Pratchett closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Schulmann did well to prevent Pratchett getting side control.
Schulmann wants to improve his position but Pratchett is controlling well.
Pratchett missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Pratchett has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T1#
Pratchett is trying to control. Schulmann wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Schulmann trying to hold on to Pratchett's head to control him but Pratchett postures up.
Schulmann tries to roll over but Pratchett keeps him under control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Pratchett is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB#
Schulmann actively working from the bottom here.
Schulmann is pressing down on Pratchett's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Pratchett postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Schulmann really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Schulmann is trying to control the position but Pratchett postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Schulmann is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Pratchett is aware though and is defending well.
Pratchett controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Schulmann controlling the position.
Pratchett not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Schulmann keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Pratchett.#TD2#
Pratchett shoots in and bounces Schulmann off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Pratchett working his ground and pound in the gym.
Schulmann working a defensive guard here. #T3#
Pratchett controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Schulmann trying to control the position here.
Pratchett content to stall in guard here. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#SUB#
Schulmann throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Schulmann is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Pratchett is aware though and is defending well.
Pratchett slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Schulmann misses with a looping right.
Schulmann misses with a hook. Pratchett ducked under it nicely.
Pratchett let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Luke Pratchett dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Schulmann gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Pratchett counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Schulmann moves out of range as Pratchett strikes.
Pratchett fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Schulmann manages to avoid it.
Pratchett lands a head shot.
Schulmann misses with a straight left.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Pratchett! But no joy.
Schulmann scores with a crisp jab that stopped Pratchett in his tracks.
Pratchett lands a nice shot to the body.
Schulmann looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schulmann throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Schulmann looks to land a body kick but Pratchett moved away.
Pratchett now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Pratchett displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Schulmann. #T1##TD#
Schulmann dives in and scores a takedown into Pratchett's guard.
Pratchett controlling the position.
Schulmann scoring with punches to the head and body.
Schulmann throwing strikes from guard but Pratchett blocks nicely.
Schulmann with a flurry of punches that miss. #T2#
Pratchett is pulling down on Schulmann's head to control his posture.
Pratchett can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Schulmann controls the pace.
Pratchett lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Schulmann wants to sweep but no luck.
Pratchett stays in close to Schulmann's body and controls the position.
Schulmann is pulling down on Pratchett's head to control his posture.
Pratchett trying to control the position from guard on top but Schulmann is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Schulmann controlling the position.
Pratchett engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB#
Schulmann had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Pratchett defends it easily.
Pratchett trying to control but Schulmann is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Schulmann takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Schulmann thows a left - swing and a miss! #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Schulmann scores with a body shot.
Pratchett staying out of range there.
Schulmann avoids the body shot from Pratchett.
Schulmann throws a body kick that misses.
Pratchett lands a jab to Schulmann's midsection.
Schulmann throws a hook to the side of Pratchett's head but Pratchett sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nice defenses there by Schulmann.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Schulmann throws a wild body kick that Pratchett sees coming a mile off.
Pratchett appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Pratchett thumps Schulmann with a low kick.
Schulmann shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Pratchett pinned against the cage. Pratchett gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
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 Yaniv Schulmann will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R3#
Pratchett thows a left - swing and a miss!
The fighters circling - Pratchett throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Pratchett defending well as Schulmann loads up on a big left hand.
Schulmann tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Pratchett was well out of range. Poor timing from Schulmann.
Schulmann throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Pratchett jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Schulmann half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Pratchett cracks a nice hook into Schulmann's ribs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pratchett swings for the body but Schulmann moves out of range.
Pratchett wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
A slow jab from Pratchett misses its intended target.
Schulmann looking to land some kicks to the body here.
A nice side step and Pratchett releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#T1#
Schulmann on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Pratchett connects with an inside leg kick.
Schulmann shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Pratchett looks to score with a jab to the body but Schulmann is just out of range.
Schulmann is looking to counter punch.
Schulmann connects with a leg kick. Pratchett looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
A telegraphed right hand from Pratchett misses the target.
Schulmann tried to counter with a leg kick but Pratchett avoided it.
Schulmann cracks Pratchett with an open hand slap.
Luke Pratchett seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Schulmann misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
It seemed like Pratchett was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Pratchett wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Schulmann uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Pratchett has time to react.#T2#
Pratchett uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Schulmann.
Pratchett tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Schulmann counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A chopping leg kick lands by Schulmann.
Schulmann tries to work over Pratchett's front leg with a kick but Pratchett checks it.
Schulmann shoots in for a takedown but Pratchett shows good takedown defense.
Pratchett just misses with a punch to the body.
Schulmann misses with a hook to the body
and Pratchett counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A slow jab from Pratchett misses its intended target. #T3#
Schulmann tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Pratchett fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Pratchett looks to score with a jab to the body but Schulmann is just out of range.
Pratchett lands a slapping body shot.
Schulmann smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Schulmann looks to score with a jab to the body but Pratchett is just out of range.
Schulmann swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A shot to the liver by Pratchett. Beautiful body shot.
Schulmann scores with a head kick. Pratchett tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Pratchett throws a nice looking combination but Schulmann bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
As Pratchett backs away, Schulmann returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.#T4#
Schulmann has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Pratchett finds it's way round the side to connect with Schulmann's head.
Schulmann misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Pratchett.
Schulmann misses with a wild body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Schulmann throws a body shot but no joy.
The fighters circling - Pratchett throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Schulmann digs a good body shot into Pratchett's ribs.
Schulmann uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Pratchett.
Schulmann tests Pratchett's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Schulmann lands a nice shot that snaps Pratchett's head back.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Luke Pratchett just about did enough to take it.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R4#
Pratchett throws a body punch but Schulmann moves out of range.
Schulmann half committed to a counter leg kick.
Schulmann throws a body shot but no joy.
A countering left hand to the body from Pratchett misses.
Pratchett lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Schulmann tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Schulmann swings for the body but Pratchett moves out of range.
Pratchett is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Schulmann with a body shot.
Pratchett shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Schulmann misses with a wild body shot.
Pratchett wants to counter the offense by Schulmann and move into the clinch position.
Schulmann is looking to wear down Pratchett with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pratchett missing with a left hand there. Schulmann was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Schulmann misses with a takedown attempt
and Pratchett counters with a nice uppercut.
Schulmann throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Pratchett tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Schulmann manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#T1#
Pratchett swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Schulmann.
Pratchett takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Schulmann digs a good body shot into Pratchett's ribs.#TD2#
Pratchett closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Schulmann quickly recovers to half guard.
Pratchett seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Schulmann moves into full guard.
Pratchett stopping the sweep attempt from Schulmann.#T2#
Pratchett content to stall in guard here.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Schulmann looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T3#
Schulmann tries to land a sweep but no joy. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Schulmann lands with a right hand.
Pratchett is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Pratchett closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Schulmann on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#T4#
A telegraphed right hand from Schulmann misses the target.
Schulmann moves out of range of the body kick.
Schulmann displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Pratchett throws out the jab.
Pratchett sizes up Schulmann with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Pratchett throws a leg kick
enabling Schulmann to counter with a crisp jab. #ROC#
Pratchett is rocked!
Schulmann lands a nice hook to Pratchett's body. Pratchett takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #TD#
Schulmann closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Schulmann is thwarting Pratchett's attempts to control the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Yaniv Schulmann had his way with Luke Pratchett in that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R5#
Schulmann on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Pratchett throws a head kick that misses.
Pratchett is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Schulmann.
Schulmann lands a really nice looking cross but Pratchett seems unphased.
Pratchett misses the body punch
and Schulmann counters with a good low kick that Pratchett was not able to check.
Schulmann takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schulmann dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Pratchett. That did some damage!#TD2#
Pratchett fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Schulmann sprawls well initially but Pratchett persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Schulmann regains full guard. Nicely done. #T1#
Pratchett looking to sit in guard and control but Schulmann gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Pratchett looking to control.
Schulmann will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Pratchett avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Pratchett avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Pratchett manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Schulmann manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Pratchett is fighting to break Schulmann's control of his arms but Schulmann is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Pratchett controls from within his opponent's guard. #T2#
Schulmann looking to hit a scissor sweep but Pratchett is one step ahead there.
Luke Pratchett has got the better of the ground game so far.
Pratchett controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Pratchett wants to control from the top but Schulmann keeps moving.
Schulmann tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T3#
Pratchett landing with the ground and pound.
Schulmann wants to sweep here but Pratchett controlling him for the moment.
Pratchett wants to control from the top but Schulmann keeps moving.
Pratchett landing some decent shots from guard.
Pratchett slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD2#
Pratchett shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#T4#
Schulmann manages to get to full guard.
Pratchett trying to control the position from guard on top but Schulmann is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!

And that's the end of the fight!
Luke Pratchett comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Pratchett 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 Aleksei Zolotukhin scores the fight 48:47
Judge Viktor Lagutenko scores the fight 48:47
Judge Valeri Chadov scores the fight 47:48

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Yaniv Schulmann!

Yaniv Schulmann retains his bantamweight title!
An out of breath Yaniv Schulmann thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: GFC 55: Overeem vs Johnson 2     
Date:   Dec 03, 2016
#R1##TD2#
Lauzon closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Schulmann did well to prevent Lauzon getting side control.
Lauzon not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Schulmann tries to get to full guard but Lauzon has control of the leg.
Lauzon wants to take a breather but Schulmann is having none of it.
Schulmann is trying to get back to full guard.
Lauzon misses with a head shot. Schulmann uses the momentum to regain guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Lauzon accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schulmann working a defensive guard but Lauzon manages to pass into side control anyway. #SUB2#
Lauzon looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SU2#
Lauzon decides to stand back up. Lauzon steps back and let's Schulmann get back to his feet.#T1#
Lauzon slips under a jab from Schulmann.
Schulmann lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Schulmann throws a jab but it's blocked by Lauzon. #CL2#
Lauzon moves into the clinch.
Schulmann really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Schulmann avoiding damage as Lauzon throws knees to the body.
Lauzon looking to throw knees to the head but Schulmann is blocking nicely.
A short right from Schulmann on the inside.
Schulmann tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Lauzon's elbow.
Lauzon putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Schulmann in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Lauzon fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Nice body punch from Schulmann - that landed with a thud.
Schulmann tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Lauzon just stands there and leans against the cage.
Schulmann's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.#T2#
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Schulmann lands a body shot.
Lauzon looking to throw knees to the head but Schulmann is blocking nicely. #TD2#
Schulmann is fighting off a takedown attempt but Lauzon is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Schulmann to the mat. Schulmann regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Schulmann is controlling Lauzon's posture.
Lauzon wants to control from the top but Schulmann keeps moving.
Lauzon postures up in Schulmann's guard and throws a big left but Schulmann blocks it.
Lauzon throws a big right hand that misses.
Lauzon throws a big elbow that misses.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lauzon tries to free his leg and advance position but Schulmann is retaining full guard.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Schulmann looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T3##SUB#
Lauzon is posturing up here but Schulmann has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Lauzon tries to roll out but it's too tight and Lauzon has to tap! Slick submission there by Schulmann!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Yaniv Schulmann!
Yaniv Schulmann retains his bantamweight title!
An out of breath Yaniv Schulmann thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: GFC 50: Fireball vs Fadden     
Date:   Nov 12, 2016
#R1#
Madrigal connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Schulmann moves out of range of the strikes.
Schulmann drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Madrigal defends it well.
Schulmann throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Schulmann throws the left hand but Madrigal avoids the punch easily.
Schulmann throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #TD#
Madrigal drives through with a takedown into Schulmann's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Schulmann is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Madrigal is in close to Schulmann's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Madrigal throws an elbow that misses. Schulmann uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Madrigal's guard. Nice move by Schulmann!#REVB#
Madrigal bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Schulmann's guard. #REVR#
Madrigal scoring with punches to the head and body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Schulmann preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Madrigal won't allow Schulmann to sweep him here. #T1#
Madrigal passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Schulmann is looking to reverse the position.
You can see the frustration on Schulmann's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Madrigal works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Madrigal really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Schulmann gets back to half guard.
Madrigal sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Schulmann is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Madrigal scores with a couple of nice shots.#T2#
Madrigal not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Madrigal is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Schulmann is trying to get back to full guard.
Madrigal lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Schulmann avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Madrigal.
Schulmann is doing well to control the position and prevent Madrigal from advancing to side control.#SUB2#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Schulmann looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T3#
Madrigal sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Schulmann defending well though.
Madrigal perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Madrigal lands strikes from half guard.
Madrigal throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Madrigal is looking to take a break and control but Schulmann is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Schulmann is pressing down on Madrigal's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Madrigal content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #SUB2#
Madrigal lying in Schulmann's guard like a wet fish here, stalling away. Schulmann decides he's had enough of all that nonsense - he escapes his hips and locks up an armbar! Wow, that was slick! Madrigal taps! This one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Yaniv Schulmann! Yaniv Schulmann retains his bantamweight title!
Our winner, Yaniv Schulmann, 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.
Julio Madrigal was interviewed post fight and said 'Props to him, he beat me fair and square this time. I will go back to the gym and get better, I'm going to win my belt back.'.

 

Event: GFC 45: Laine vs Pedan     
Date:   Oct 15, 2016
#R1#
Claudiano cracks Schulmann with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Schulmann pushes Claudiano away with a front kick.
Schulmann connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#CUT2#
It looks like Waldo Claudiano has been cut.
Schulmann throws a half hearted mid kick.
Claudiano is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Claudiano misses with a body kick.
Claudiano checks a low kick from Schulmann.
Claudiano doesn't manage to clinch there - Schulmann circles away.
Claudiano misses the shot to the body.
Schulmann misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Claudiano.
Claudiano appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Schulmann.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Schulmann. Claudiano shrugs it off though.
A big left from Schulmann misses.
Claudiano dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Schulmann. That did some damage!
Nice shot by Schulmann.
We've been hearing reports that Claudiano has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.#T1#
Schulmann cracks Claudiano with an open hand slap.
Claudiano lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#CL#
Claudiano forces Schulmann back against the cage and clinches.
Schulmann stalling against the cage.
Schulmann scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Schulmann lands with a light punch inside.
Claudiano swings wildly with an uppercut but Schulmann uses good head movement to avoid it.
Schulmann tries to throw a body punch but Claudiano avoids it by throwing Schulmann back against the cage.
Schulmann content to slow the pace in the clinch.
A left hand lands to the body for Schulmann.
Schulmann is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
A head punch on the inside from Claudiano fails to land.
Claudiano throws a head punch that misses.
Claudiano fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T2#
Schulmann lands a body punch.
Schulmann misses with a body punch.
Schulmann misses with the head strike.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Claudiano.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Claudiano misses with a body punch.
Claudiano tries a body shot but Schulmann blocks it.
Schulmann blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Claudiano struggles to land a body shot inside as Schulmann controls his hands. #TD#
Schulmann is fighting off a takedown attempt but Claudiano is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Schulmann to the mat. Schulmann regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.#SUB2#
Schulmann is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Schulmann not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Schulmann is pulling down on Claudiano's head to control his posture.
Schulmann keeping moving, preventing Claudiano from controlling successfully. #T3#
Claudiano content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Claudiano throws a strike but Schulmann rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Claudiano looking for a sweep. Not yet Claudiano, not yet.
Schulmann scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Claudiano 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.
Schulmann missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Claudiano looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Claudiano is pulling down on Schulmann's head to control his posture.
Claudiano trying to control the position. #T4#
Schulmann trying to control but Claudiano is working from the bottom.
Claudiano pulls Schulmann in close to prevent any damage.
Claudiano trying to control the position.
Claudiano being controlled here, momentarily. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Claudiano throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #CL#
Claudiano clinches up with Schulmann and pushes him back against the cage.
Schulmann blocking some punches.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Yaniv Schulmann will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Waldo Claudiano's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Schulmann throws a head kick but Claudiano moves out of range.
Claudiano throws a shot to the body.
Claudiano throws a hook but Schulmann avoids it easily.#CL#
Claudiano forces Schulmann back against the cage and clinches.
Schulmann works on Claudiano's body with a couple of short punches.
Claudiano misses with a hook to the ribs.
Claudiano being controlled against the cage.
Claudiano has a couple of punches blocked by Schulmann.
A short uppercut from Claudiano.
Claudiano lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Schulmann backwards.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Claudiano has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Schulmann regains guard immediately. #SUB2#
Schulmann has his feet on Claudiano's thighs here. He's pushed Claudiano off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Claudiano screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Yaniv Schulmann!
Yaniv Schulmann is the new bantamweight champion!
During a confident post fight interview, Yaniv Schulmann thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: GFC 40: Wong vs Yakovlev     
Date:   Sep 17, 2016
#R1#
Sorias misses with an uppercut
and Schulmann counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT#
It looks like Juan Santiago Sorias has been cut.
Sorias tries to land a leg kick but Schulmann saw it coming and moves away.
Schulmann avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Sorias misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Schulmann avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Schulmann checks a leg kick.
Schulmann lands a jab to the head.
Sorias connects with an inside leg kick.
Juan Santiago Sorias seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sorias will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Schulmann fires out a quick counter leg kick but Sorias just manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sorias scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
The fighters circling - Sorias throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Schulmann cracks Sorias with an open hand slap.
Sorias closes the distance and lands a one-two.#T1#
Sorias throws a left and a right that both miss
and Schulmann counters with a stiff right hand.
Sorias tries to close the distance and clinch up but Schulmann swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Schulmann feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Schulmann throws a nice outside leg kick. #TD#
Schulmann fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Sorias to the ground. Schulmann is now in Sorias's guard.
Schulmann prevents Sorias from getting back to his feet.
Schulmann trying to control the position from guard on top but Sorias is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Schulmann will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Schulmann throwing strikes but missing. #T2#
Schulmann looking to pass the guard.
Schulmann postures up in Sorias's guard and throws a big left but Sorias blocks it. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Schulmann really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#CL2#
Sorias closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Schulmann lands a nice uppercut.
Schulmann working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Schulmann lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Sorias tries to break the clinch but Schulmann is controlling the position.
Schulmann scores with a shoulder strike.
Schulmann avoiding damage.
A left hand lands to the body for Sorias. #T3#
Schulmann has a couple of punches blocked by Sorias.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sorias.
Sorias swings wildly with an uppercut but Schulmann uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sorias blocks an uppercut.
Schulmann misses with some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sorias.
A head punch on the inside from Sorias fails to land.
Schulmann lands a left hand that snaps the head of Sorias backwards.
Schulmann has Sorias pushed against the cage.
Come on Schulmann - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Schulmann misses with a punch on the inside.
Sorias lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Schulmann backwards.
Schulmann takes a shot to the head.
Schulmann misses with a punch on the inside.
Schulmann stalling. #T4#
A nice right hand lands inside from Sorias.
Schulmann tries to throw a body punch but Sorias avoids it by throwing Schulmann back against the cage.
Sorias misses with a short punch on the inside.
Schulmann swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Schulmann lands a left hand that snaps the head of Sorias backwards.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sorias has had enough of the clinch but Schulmann keeps him there for the moment.
Sorias prevents a body shot from Schulmann.
Sorias tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Schulmann scores with a hook to the body.
Sorias lands a right hand that snaps the head of Schulmann backwards.
Schulmann tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Sorias has had enough of the clinch but Schulmann keeps him there for the moment.
Schulmann dodges an elbow strike from Sorias.
Sorias is trying to break the clinch but Schulmann is controlling him.
A nice left hand lands by Sorias.
Schulmann misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Sorias tries a knee to the head but Schulmann blocks it.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Schulmann takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Schulmann tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
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 Yaniv Schulmann will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Juan Santiago Sorias'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.
#R2#
Sorias tries to clinch but Schulmann moves away
enabling Schulmann to counter with a crisp jab.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Schulmann, as that shot connected. #ROC#
Sorias is rocked!
Sorias tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Schulmann counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Schulmann throws a push kick but Sorias slaps the foot to one side.
It seemed like Sorias was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Schulmann misses with a wild body shot.
Schulmann shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Sorias as he jumps to the side.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sorias feints and then cracks Schulmann's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Schulmann down.
Sorias misses with a right hand
and Schulmann counters with a slapping leg kick.
Schulmann moves into range and lands a nice body kick. #T1#
Sorias lands an overhand right.
Schulmann shoots in and drives through. Sorias sprawls well.
Schulmann is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Sorias scores with a nice right hand.
Sorias keeps Schulmann at a distance using the push kick.
Schulmann slips a straight right by Sorias.
Juan Santiago Sorias is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Sorias swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Schulmann.#CL2#
Sorias closes the distance and pushes Schulmann back into the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Sorias.
Sorias looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Schulmann lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A short right from Schulmann.
Schulmann tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Sorias's elbow.
A head punch on the inside from Sorias fails to land.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sorias using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Schulmann has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Schulmann throws a head punch that misses. #T2#
Schulmann is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Sorias is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Sorias is trying to push Schulmann away but Schulmann has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Sorias as Schulmann tries to tie him up.
Schulmann misses with a short punch on the inside.
Schulmann lands a left hand that snaps the head of Sorias backwards.
Schulmann misses with a hook to the ribs.
Sorias tries to break free but Schulmann pushes him back against the cage.
Schulmann lands with a right to the head.
Schulmann lands a left hand.
Schulmann will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Sorias up against the cage.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Schulmann gets a warning from the ref for wasting time.
Schulmann stalling against the cage. #BC2#
Sorias breaks from the clinch. #T3#
Sorias throws a sloppy head kick
letting Schulmann counter with a right hand.
Schulmann fails to land the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Yaniv Schulmann. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sorias throws a series of strikes that have Schulmann backpedaling.
Sorias keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Juan Santiago Sorias seems to be getting the better of the standup.
An inside leg kick from Schulmann misses.
Sorias swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Schulmann digs a good hook to Sorias's body. #CL2#
Sorias fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Schulmann, pushing him back against the cage.
A short right from Schulmann.
Schulmann working aggressively here. #T4#
Schulmann fails to pull the fight into his guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Schulmann being controlled against the cage.
Schulmann doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Sorias looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Schulmann avoiding damage as Sorias throws knees to the body.
Schulmann has a couple of punches blocked by Sorias.
Schulmann lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Schulmann throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Soriass head.
Schulmann lands with a light punch inside.
Sorias throws a punch but it's blocked by Schulmann.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Schulmann creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Schulmann blocks an elbow strike.#BC2#
Sorias breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Schulmann gets tackled into the cage by Sorias. Sorias maintains the clinch. #BC2#
Sorias breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Sorias tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Schulmann manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Schulmann is looking to counter punch.
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 Yaniv Schulmann will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Juan Santiago Sorias's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Sorias swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Schulmann counters with a nice uppercut.
Sorias tries to close the distance and clinch up but Schulmann swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Schulmann throws a quick counter head kick but Sorias was just out of range.
Sorias throws a leg kick that is checked
and Schulmann counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
A clash of legs there as Schulmann blocks the low kick.
Schulmann connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Sorias scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Schulmann lands with a nice body punch.
Sorias moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Sorias tries to close the distance and clinch but Schulmann swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Schulmann lands a front kick.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Schulmann.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sorias throws a right and a left that Schulmann avoids nicely.
Juan Santiago Sorias is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Sorias tries to close the distance and clinch up but Schulmann swats him away and circles back towards the center. #T1#
Schulmann misses with a jab, cross combination.
Schulmann stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Sorias fails to land with a series of punches.
Schulmann dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Sorias. That did some damage!
Schulmann avoids a punch combination nicely.
Schulmann lands a nice shot that snaps Sorias's head back.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Schulmann. Sorias shrugs it off though.
Sorias takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
No joy there for Sorias, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Sorias ducks right into an uppercut from Schulmann.
Sorias is still on wobbly legs! Can Schulmann finish him?
Sorias misses with a wild combination.
Schulmann appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.#T2#
Schulmann darts in looking for a takedown but Sorias gets double underhooks and turns Schulmann into the cage.
Sorias seems to have recovered his senses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Schulmann scores with a hook to the body. Sorias takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
The crowd cheers as Sorias lands an impressive looking overhand right. Schulmann doesn't seem phased though.
A shot to the body from Sorias misses
and Schulmann counters with a good low kick that Sorias was not able to check.
Schulmann is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Sorias misses with a lunging right hand
and Schulmann makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Sorias throws a jab when Schulmann was well out of range.
Sorias loads up on a big right hand but Schulmann slips the punch.
Schulmann connects with the punch.
Sorias doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Sorias falls off balance throwing a combination
and Schulmann counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Schulmann slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#T3#
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Schulmann, right into the meat.
Sorias gets clipped by a big right hand and goes down spinning to the canvas! Schulmann gets the back mount and begins to drop bombs on his rocked foe! Sorias is too out of it to defend against the strikes and the referee jumps in to save him from the beatdown!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:14 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Yaniv Schulmann!
Yaniv Schulmann decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: GFC 36: Schulmann vs Waldo 2     
Date:   Sep 07, 2016
#R1#
Some wild striking there from Claudiano. #TD2#
Claudiano shoots in and gets a takedown into Schulmann's guard.
Claudiano lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Claudiano stays in close to Schulmann's body and controls the position.
Schulmann wants to sweep here but Claudiano controlling him for the moment.
Claudiano looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Schulmann is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schulmann manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Claudiano manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR##T1#
Schulmann wants to control from the top but Claudiano keeps moving.
Schulmann stopping the sweep attempt from Claudiano.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Schulmann accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Claudiano managing to control the position.
Schulmann throwing strikes but missing.
Schulmann trying to control the position from guard on top but Claudiano is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Schulmann wants to pass the guard but Claudiano is keeping the position.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Schulmann trying to control the position from guard on top but Claudiano is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Schulmann postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Schulmann being controlled here momentarily.
Schulmann trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Schulmann is working hard here to advance position.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Schulmann is looking to control Claudiano's arms but Claudiano gets an underhook and turns him. Now Schulmann has his back to the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Schulmann. #T3#
Claudiano tries a body shot but Schulmann blocks it.
Claudiano throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Schulmanns head.
Claudiano scores with a hook to the body.
Schulmann tries to work over Claudiano's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Claudiano lands a nice shot to the body.
Schulmann tries to stall but Claudiano uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Schulmann just leaning against Claudiano, taking a breather.
Claudiano swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Claudiano lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Schulmann.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Claudiano.
A short uppercut from Claudiano. #TD2#
Claudiano is trying to trip Schulmann. He has hold of a leg but Schulmann is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Claudiano persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Schulmann looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Claudiano trying to control the position from guard on top but Schulmann is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Schulmann has Claudiano pulled in close to control his posture.
Claudiano throwing strikes but missing. #T4#
Schulmann wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Claudiano is now in half guard.
Schulmann wants to get back to full guard.
Schulmann trying to control but Claudiano postures up.
Schulmann is trying to get back to full guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Claudiano is taking a breather. Schulmann 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.
Claudiano looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Schulmann wants to get back to full guard.
Schulmann gets full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Claudiano postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Waldo Claudiano dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Claudiano tries to clinch but Schulmann moves out of range.
Decent striking displayed by Claudiano there.
Schulmann lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Claudiano tries to clinch up but Schulmann circles away and keeps his distance.
Claudiano swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Schulmann connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT#
It looks like Waldo Claudiano has been cut.
Schulmann misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Claudiano.
Waldo Claudiano seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The fight stays on the outside here - Claudiano looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Claudiano has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Schulmann tries to move into range but Claudiano moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Schulmann lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Claudiano missing with a left hand there. Schulmann was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Claudiano works the jab nicely.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Schulmann.
Schulmann tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Schulmann really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
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#
Schulmann drops Claudiano with a beautiful combination! Claudiano stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Schulmann is looking for the KO!
Yaniv Schulmann is winning the standup battle so far.#T1##CL2#
Schulmann tries to keep at a distance but Claudiano has taken the fight into the clinch.
Claudiano lands with a right to the head.
Schulmann misses with a short punch on the inside.
A right hook to the body lands for Schulmann.
Schulmann tries a body shot but Claudiano blocks it.
A head punch on the inside from Schulmann fails to land.
A right hand to the body from Schulmann.
Schulmann lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Claudiano backwards.
Schulmann lands a left hand.
Claudiano misses with the head strike.
Claudiano misses with the head strike.
Waldo Claudiano seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Claudiano working aggressively here.
Schulmann tries to stall but Claudiano uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Claudiano has a couple of punches blocked by Schulmann.
Claudiano fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T2#
A quick uppercut on the inside from Claudiano.
Come on Schulmann - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Schulmann blocks an uppercut.
Claudiano pushes Schulmann back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Claudiano lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Schulmann working aggressively here.
Schulmann tries to throw a body punch but Claudiano avoids it by throwing Schulmann back against the cage.
Claudiano swings wildly with an uppercut but Schulmann uses good head movement to avoid it.
Schulmann working aggressively here.
Claudiano lands a shoulder strike.
A short right from Claudiano.
Schulmann stalling against the cage.
Schulmann blocking some punches.
Schulmann jumps guard but Claudiano stands there with Schulmann around his waist. Schulmann gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Schulmann lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #T3#
Schulmann misses with some punches.
Claudiano working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Claudiano lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Schulmann is pushing Claudiano up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Schulmann blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Claudiano lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Schulmann backwards.
Claudiano has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Schulmann seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Claudiano can turn it around.
Schulmann struggles to land a body shot inside as Claudiano controls his hands.
Claudiano throws a punch but it's blocked by Schulmann.
Schulmann manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Claudiano being controlled against the cage.
Nice body punch from Claudiano - that landed with a thud. #T4#
Schulmann doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Claudiano blocking some punches.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Schulmann misses with a body punch.
Schulmann misses with a body punch.
Claudiano throws a head punch that misses.
Claudiano lands a nice uppercut.
A short right from Claudiano.
Schulmann stalls.
Claudiano tries to work over Schulmann's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Schulmann misses with the head strike.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Claudiano lands a nice shot to the body.
Schulmann is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Claudiano misses with the head strike.
Schulmann cracks Claudiano with a nice body shot.
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 Yaniv Schulmann will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Waldo Claudiano's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R3##TD2#
Claudiano scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Schulmann is looking for a sweep.
Schulmann is not content to let Claudiano control the position.
Schulmann tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Claudiano trying to control the position but Schulmann is working away.
Claudiano controlling from side mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Claudiano wants to lay and pray for a moment but Schulmann keeps working.
Schulmann is looking for a sweep.#T1#
Claudiano wants to control but Schulmann is keeping him busy.
Schulmann sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Claudiano working the head and body with strikes.
Schulmann is trying to get back to full guard.
Claudiano seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Schulmann does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Claudiano working Schulmann over with strikes.
Claudiano is controlling the pace.
Schulmann is staying active underneath Claudiano, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
The fighters are battling for position here. Schulmann manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Claudiano trying to control the position from guard on top but Schulmann is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Claudiano slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Claudiano pushes down on Schulmann's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Claudiano throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Claudiano is looking to take a break and control but Schulmann is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Schulmann tries to get to full guard but Claudiano has control of the leg.
Claudiano is trying to control. Schulmann wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T3##SUB#
Schulmann is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Claudiano pulls his head out easily.
Schulmann is looking for a sweep. Claudiano is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Claudiano not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Claudiano is keen to just control but Schulmann is a slippery customer.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Claudiano lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Claudiano seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Schulmann does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Schulmann is looking to improve his position.
Nice strikes from Claudiano there.
Schulmann trying to control here.
Claudiano lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Claudiano is looking to take a break and control but Schulmann is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T4#
Schulmann trying to hold on to Claudiano's head to control him but Claudiano postures up.
Claudiano is looking to advance position but Schulmann won't allow it.
Claudiano looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Schulmann with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Claudiano working Schulmann over with strikes.
Schulmann is not content to let Claudiano control the position.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Claudiano in particular looking to stall.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Schulmann trying to control from the bottom.
Claudiano controlling the action here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Waldo Claudiano really dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Waldo Claudiano's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R4#
Schulmann uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Claudiano.
The fight stays on the outside here - Claudiano looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Claudiano drops his hands momentarily and Schulmann takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Claudiano tries to clinch but Schulmann is having none of it.
Schulmann drops down looking for a counter takedown but Claudiano sprawls and moves away.
Schulmann avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Claudiano stuffs the takedown attempt from Schulmann. Schulmann gets slowly back to his feet.
Claudiano connects with a looping right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Claudiano looks to clinch
and Schulmann counters with a left and a right that stings Claudiano.
Schulmann misses with an uppercut.
Claudiano throws the left hand but Schulmann avoids the punch easily.
Schulmann fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss. #T1#
Claudiano tries to clinch there but Schulmann circles away. #CL2#
Claudiano closes the distance and clinches.
Claudiano swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Schulmann is trying to pull guard but Claudiano has him pressed against the cage.
Schulmann misses with a body punch.
Schulmann is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Claudiano is keeping busy.
Claudiano swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Schulmann misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Schulmann blocking some punches.
Claudiano throws a head punch that misses.
Schulmann has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Claudiano avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Yaniv Schulmann. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Schulmann is trying to stall.
Schulmann misses with a hook to the ribs.
Claudiano swings wildly with an uppercut but Schulmann uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
Schulmann throws a punch but it's blocked by Claudiano.
Schulmann misses with some punches. #TD2#
Claudiano lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Waldo Claudiano has got the better of the ground game so far.
Schulmann has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Claudiano is working away from the top position though.
Claudiano has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
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. Claudiano connects with a nice short shot to Schulmann's temple.
Schulmann manages to get to full guard.
Claudiano stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Schulmann swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Schulmann controlling the position.
Claudiano wants to control from the top but Schulmann keeps moving.
Claudiano slips nicely into half guard.#T3#
Schulmann trying to control from the bottom.
Claudiano is looking to take a break and control but Schulmann is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Claudiano seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Claudiano takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Claudiano scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Claudiano is looking to take a break and control but Schulmann is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Claudiano in particular looking to stall.
Claudiano passes into side control, despite Schulmann's attempt to control the position. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Schulmann tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Schulmann is not content to let Claudiano control the position.
Schulmann tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Claudiano wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Claudiano is looking to take a break and control but Schulmann is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Claudiano just content to control the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Schulmann takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Schulmann is trying to control Claudiano's posture but Claudiano avoids it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Waldo Claudiano dominated that fourth round.
The cut man is working on Waldo Claudiano's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R5#
Claudiano throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Schulmann counters with a left to the body. #TD2#
Claudiano drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Claudiano slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Claudiano with a flurry of punches that miss.
Claudiano stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Schulmann swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Schulmann working a defensive guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Claudiano working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Claudiano throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Schulmann works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Schulmann keeping moving, preventing Claudiano from controlling successfully.
Claudiano trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1#
Claudiano engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB#
Schulmann looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Schulmann keeping moving, preventing Claudiano from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Schulmann has his foot on Claudiano's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Claudiano works his way back into a safe position though.
Claudiano looking to pass the guard. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Schulmann takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Claudiano scores with a punch to the head.
Yaniv Schulmann has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Claudiano avoids a kick to the body.
Claudiano takes a swing at Schulmann's ribcage but misses. #TD2#
Claudiano closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Schulmann's guard.
Claudiano trying to control the position from guard on top but Schulmann is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Claudiano trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Schulmann is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Claudiano is aware though and is defending well.
Claudiano working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Claudiano is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Claudiano is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Claudiano trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Claudiano trying to control the position from guard on top but Schulmann is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3##SUB#
Schulmann throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Claudiano trying to control the position from guard on top but Schulmann is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Claudiano tries to clinch up
and Schulmann counters with a one-two to the body.
Claudiano wants to clinch up but Schulmann keeps it at a distance.
A counter left hand to the body from Schulmann misses its target.#T4#
Claudiano wants to clinch.
Schulmann appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#CL2#
Claudiano closes the distance and clinches.
Claudiano blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A hook to the body from Schulmann.
Claudiano working aggressively here.
Claudiano misses with a punch to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Schulmann.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A right hand to the body from Claudiano.
Claudiano blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Claudiano digs a right hand underneath Schulmann's ribcage. Schulmann let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Schulmann misses with a body punch.

And that's the end of the fight!
Waldo Claudiano comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Claudiano 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 Vladimir Khabensky scores the fight 46:49
Judge Aleksandr Martynov scores the fight 46:49
Judge Viktor Lagutenko scores the fight 45:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Waldo Claudiano!

Waldo Claudiano is the new bantamweight champion!
Yaniv Schulmann spoke after the fight, saying 'Upon completing this tournament, which ends after one more fight, Im cutting ties with my current manager.'.

 

Event: GFC 28: Romanov vs Sullivan     
Date:   Aug 17, 2016
#R1#
Claudiano wants to clinch up but Schulmann keeps it at a distance.#CL2#
Claudiano closes the distance and clinches.
Claudiano misses with a hook to the ribs.
Schulmann lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Claudiano or not.
Claudiano is leaning against Schulmann and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A short right from Schulmann.
Claudiano lands with a short punch from the clinch. #TD2#
Claudiano has picked Schulmann up - he's going for a ride! Claudiano dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Claudiano is keen to just control but Schulmann is a slippery customer.
Schulmann wants to get back to full guard.
Claudiano is keen to just control but Schulmann is a slippery customer.
Claudiano controlling the pace.
Claudiano prevents Schulmann from improving his position.
Claudiano is looking to take a break and control but Schulmann is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Claudiano thows a huge punch but Schulmann dodges it nicely. #T1#
Claudiano lands strikes from half guard.
Claudiano trying to control from half guard but Schulmann is working away.
Schulmann tries to get to full guard but Claudiano has control of the leg.
Schulmann is pressing down on Claudiano's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Schulmann not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Claudiano has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Schulmann wants to sweep here but Claudiano controlling him for the moment.
Schulmann will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Claudiano slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Schulmann working a defensive guard here. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Claudiano 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.#TD2#
Claudiano shoots in and gets a takedown into Schulmann's guard.
Claudiano keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Schulmann's head.
Claudiano working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #SUB#
Claudiano is sitting in close to Schulmann's body. Schulmann has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Claudiano is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Claudiano is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Schulmann.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Yaniv Schulmann!
After winning the bout, Yaniv Schulmann thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: gc104     
Date:   Jul 02, 2016
#R1#
Lineker throws a leg kick which misses Schulmann's front leg but catches the back leg as Schulmann tries to avoid it.
Lineker bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Schulmann throws a solid leg kick but Lineker takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Schulmann.
Schulmann misses with a lunging right hand
and Lineker counters with an inside leg kick.
Schulmann checks a leg kick.
Schulmann stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Lineker.
Lineker throws a leg kick but Schulmann sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Schulmann throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
That kick from Lineker tenderised Schulmann's leg. Schulmann is trying to keep his angry face on.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schulmann takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Schulmann blocks a low kick nicely.
Schulmann scores with the left hand. Lineker knows he should have avoided that one. #T1#
Schulmann turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Lineker misses with a body kick.
Schulmann is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lineker.
Lineker only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Lineker scores with a kick to the body.
Lineker throws a leg kick
and Schulmann makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Schulmann throws a poor cross that misses
and Lineker counters with a good low kick that Schulmann was not able to check.
Lineker uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Schulmann.
Schulmann throws a body shot but no joy.
The fighters circling - Schulmann throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Schulmann closes the distance and clinches up with Lineker, looking for a takedown. Schulmann pushes Lineker against the cage but Lineker circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Schulmann comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
John Lineker is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
Schulmann throws a big shot that misses.
Lineker thinks about the counter body kick.
Lineker misses with a low kick.
Schulmann throws an off balance right hand
and Lineker connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Schulmann really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Lineker looks for the body kick but Schulmann saw that one coming.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Schulmann misses the body punch
and Lineker counters with a slapping leg kick.
A lazy body kick from Schulmann
and Lineker counters with a nice leg kick.
Schulmann looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Lineker pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
As Lineker backs away, Schulmann returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Schulmann swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Schulmann on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Lineker. Lineker obviously looking to wear him down. #T3#
Lineker throws a low kick but Schulmann moves out of range easily.
A little feinted left hand from Schulmann on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Schulmann misses the shot to the body.
Schulmann jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lineker flicks out a counter leg kick but Schulmann steps away.
Lineker gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Schulmann counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Lineker throws a low kick, looking for Schulmann's leg but Schulmann calmly moves out of range.
Schulmann tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lineker was well out of range. Poor timing from Schulmann.
Schulmann is trying hard to land a takedown here. Lineker sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Lineker avoids the body shot from Schulmann.
Lineker keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Schulmann comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#T4#
Schulmann throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lineker takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Lineker fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Schulmann.
Schulmann is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Lineker tried to score with a low kick but Schulmann checks it.
Lineker wants to land a leg kick but Schulmann is out of range.
Schulmann thinks about countering with a head kick.
Schulmann with a nice cross.
Lineker lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A big right from Schulmann misses.
An inside leg kick lands from Lineker.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Lineker, right into the meat.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but John Lineker will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Schulmann throws a sloppy body shot
and Lineker counters with a flying knee. Nice.
Lineker takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Lineker was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Schulmann scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Schulmann connects with a right hand. Lineker shakes it off.
Lineker misses with a low kick.
Schulmann cracks Lineker with a good jab.
An inside leg kick lands from Lineker.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schulmann checks the leg kick nicely there.
Schulmann tries to counter with a takedown but Lineker is quick to defend against it.
Schulmann works the jab nicely.
Schulmann tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lineker was well out of range. Poor timing from Schulmann.
Lineker only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Lineker misses with a leg kick
enabling Schulmann to counter with a crisp jab. #ROC#
Lineker is rocked!#T1#
Schulmann checks a leg kick.
Lineker is still on wobbly legs! Can Schulmann finish him?
Lineker throws a front kick that sends Schulmann stumbling back into the cage.
Lineker seems to have recovered his senses.
Schulmann checks a leg kick nicely.
Lineker throws a leg kick which misses Schulmann's front leg but catches the back leg as Schulmann tries to avoid it.
Lineker scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Schulmann throws a lazy body kick
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Schulmann throws a leg kick
and Lineker counters with a good low kick that Schulmann was not able to check.
Schulmann takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Lineker with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Schulmann thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lineker tries a quick counter leg kick but Schulmann is wise to it.#T2#
No luck for Schulmann with that takedown attempt.
Schulmann checks the leg kick.
Schulmann throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Schulmann lands a nice leg kick that just misses Lineker's sensitive parts.
Schulmann tries to land a front kick but Lineker steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Lineker appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Schulmann throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Lineker makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Schulmann throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Schulmann throws a leg kick which misses Lineker's front leg but catches the back leg as Lineker tries to avoid it.
Lineker throws a leg kick which misses Schulmann's front leg but catches the back leg as Schulmann tries to avoid it. #T3#
Schulmann shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Lineker has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Schulmann.
John Lineker seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Lineker 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.
Lineker lands with a thumping leg kick.
Schulmann connects with the punch.
Lineker throws a low kick but it's checked well by Schulmann.
Schulmann lands a nice leg kick that just misses Lineker's sensitive parts.
Some bone on bone action there as Schulmann checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Lineker shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Lineker throws a leg kick but Schulmann moved away.#T4#
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Schulmann crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Lineker - the referee stops the clock and Schulmann gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Lineker. Schulmann manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Lineker attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Schulmann loads up on a big right hand but Lineker slips the punch.
Lineker throws a leg kick which misses Schulmann's front leg but catches the back leg as Schulmann tries to avoid it.
Schulmann looks to land a left hand but Lineker moved out of range nicely.
Schulmann misses with a takedown attempt
and Lineker counters with an inside leg kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lineker throws a low kick, looking for Schulmann's leg but Schulmann calmly moves out of range.
Schulmann misses with a looping right.
Lineker throws a leg kick that misses.
Lineker uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Schulmann.
Lineker flicks out a counter leg kick but Schulmann steps away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but John Lineker will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Schulmann 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.
Schulmann jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lineker avoids the head kick by Schulmann.
Lineker tries a quick counter leg kick but Schulmann is wise to it.
A slapping leg kick lands for Lineker.
Nice defenses there by Lineker.
Lineker appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Schulmann tries a head kick but it misses.
Lineker replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Schulmann blocks it well.
Nice body punch from Schulmann.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A low kick from Schulmann misses
and Lineker counters with an inside leg kick.
Lineker lets loose with a powerful body kick. Schulmann will feel that in the morning.
Schulmann just misses with a punch to the body. #T1#
Lineker lands a nice leg kick that just misses Schulmann's sensitive parts.
Schulmann misses with a double jab.
Lineker only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Schulmann fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Lineker checks it well.
Schulmann throws a body shot but no joy.
Lineker misses with an attempted mid kick.
A counter left hand to the body from Schulmann misses its target.
Schulmann checks a low kick from Lineker.
Schulmann misses with a hook
and Lineker counters with an inside leg kick.
Schulmann misses with a body shot
and Lineker counters with an outside leg kick.
Lineker buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Lineker chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Yaniv Schulmann has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Schulmann ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lineker moves away.
A swing and a miss from Schulmann.
Lineker tries a quick counter leg kick but Schulmann is wise to it.
Schulmann throws a hook but Lineker blocks it.
Lineker moves out of range of the strikes.
Lineker moves out of range of the leg kick from Schulmann.
Lineker dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Schulmann. That did some damage!
Schulmann misses with a body kick.
Schulmann goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Schulmann misses with a straight left.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lineker on the wrong end of a nice jab.#T3#
Lineker throws a leg kick but Schulmann checks it.
John Lineker is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
A good leg kick by Lineker.
Schulmann moves out of range of the body kick.
Nice body kick from Lineker.
Schulmann misses with a jab to the body
and Lineker counters with a leg kick.
Lineker drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Lineker throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
A bone on bone clash there as Lineker blocks the leg kick.
A big left from Schulmann misses.
Schulmann throws a series of punches but Lineker moves out of range.
Lineker was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.#T4#
Schulmann is looking to land body kicks.
Lineker tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Schulmann throws a big shot that misses.
Lineker scores with a leg kick.
Schulmann will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Schulmann swings for the body but Lineker moves out of range.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Schulmann checks a leg kick.
Schulmann swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lineker connects with a solid leg kick.
Lineker misses with a low kick as Schulmann jumps back.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lineker throws a leg kick which misses Schulmann's front leg but catches the back leg as Schulmann tries to avoid it.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to John Lineker.
Well Lineker has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 27:30
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 30:28
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 29:30

In favor of your winner, by split decision... John Lineker!

John Lineker decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
In defeat, Yaniv Schulmann stepped up to the mic, saying 'Upon completing this tournament, which ends after one more fight, Im cutting ties with my current manager.'.

 

Event: gc100.5     
Date:   Jun 04, 2016
#R1#
Schulmann keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Miller.
Miller lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Miller swinging wildly here.
Miller throws a sloppy head kick and Schulmann moves out of range easily.
Miller has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Bi-Polar Asylum LV's #1 Public Training Center in the buildup to the fight.
Miller uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Schulmann.
Schulmann shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Miller counters with a big head kick but Schulmann shrugs it off.
Miller lands a leg kick that knocks Schulmann off balance momentarily.
Schulmann's corner calls for a 1-2. Schulmann obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schulmann thuds a left hand into Miller's body.
Schulmann shoots in and drives through. Miller sprawls well.
Schulmann looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
It looked like Miller was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Josh Miller has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Yaniv Schulmann.#T1#
Miller misses with a low kick.
A little jabbing left from Schulmann on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Schulmann tests Miller's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Schulmann chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Miller can pounce on him.
Miller thows a leg kick but Schulmann checks it
and Schulmann counters with a monster hook and another for good measure! Miller falls to the ground, out cold! Stick some heavy metal music over the top of that clip and it's one for the highlight makers!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Yaniv Schulmann!
A very excited looking Yaniv Schulmann 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.

 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 

 
 
 
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