Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: T176
Date: Feb 05, 2017

#R1#
McGuire lands with a straight right. Sienly didn't see that one coming.
A jab from Sienly misses.
Sloppy strikes from Sienly. Those never looked like landing.
Sienly swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
McGuire attempts a counter takedown but Sienly avoids it well and moves away.
A chopping leg kick lands by McGuire.
A head kick from McGuire lands but Sienly takes it in his stride.
A punch lands to the side of McGuire 's head but he takes it in his stride.
McGuire takes one to the chin there.
McGuire looks to land a combination but Sienly avoids it well.
McGuire lands with a cross.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sienly looks to throw the jab but McGuire is out of range.
Sienly scores with a nice head shot.
A slapping leg kick lands for McGuire. #CL#
McGuire rushes Sienly and presses him up against the cage.
Sienly is trying to break the clinch but McGuire is controlling him.
McGuire can't find room to land a body shot as Sienly controls the action. #BC#
McGuire pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A nice leg kick lands there from McGuire.
Sienly is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
McGuire throws a body kick that misses. #T1#
McGuire scores with a hook to the body. Sienly takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
McGuire bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Sienly throws a sloppy body shot
and McGuire counters with a straight right hand.
McGuire checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
McGuire is looking to counter with a body kick.
McGuire loads up on a big right hand but Sienly slips the punch.
McGuire throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Sienly stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Sienly throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Sienly lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
A telegraphed right hand from Sienly misses the target.
That kick from McGuire tenderised Sienly's leg. Sienly is trying to keep his angry face on.#KD2#
Sienly lands a big uppercut and McGuire crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but McGuire looks OK. Sienly waves McGuire back to his feet!#ROC2#
McGuire is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sienly jabs McGuire right on the nose. McGuire blinks but takes it well.
Oh McGuire is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Sienly throws a pinpoint strike between McGuire's hands that connects right on the jaw and sends McGuire crashing to the floor! He's out before he even hits the mat and Sienly scores a great knockout victory!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Kristof Sienly!
Kristof Sienly decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: T171 Olympics Round 1.2
Date: Dec 11, 2016

#R1#
McGuire fails in his attempt to clinch.
McGuire swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McGuire throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
McGuire shoots in for a takedown but Boshtok shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Boshtok misses with a wild body shot. #TD2#
McGuire closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Boshtok quickly recovers to half guard.
Boshtok is staying active underneath McGuire, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
McGuire looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Boshtok is not content to let McGuire control the position.
Boshtok controlling the position for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGuire missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #SUB2#
McGuire is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
McGuire looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Boshtok with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
McGuire is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
McGuire is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boshtok manages to get to full guard.
Boshtok preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SUB#
Boshtok working for a triangle but McGuire defends it easily.
McGuire chips away with some ground and pound.#T2#
McGuire is in close to Boshtok's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Boshtok trying to control the position.
Boshtok has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
McGuire postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Boshtok looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #SUB#
Boshtok is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Boshtok tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T3#
McGuire scoring with punches to the head and body.
McGuire in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
McGuire with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#SUB#
Boshtok looking for a guillotine here but McGuire defends easily.
Boshtok keeping moving, preventing McGuire from controlling successfully.
Boshtok tries to land a sweep but no joy.
McGuire content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #T4##SUB#
Boshtok looking for a guillotine here but McGuire defends easily.
McGuire working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
McGuire loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
McGuire stopping the sweep attempt from Boshtok.
Boshtok preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
McGuire lands a couple of digs.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
McGuire is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Boshtok looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Boshtok preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Boyd McGuire dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
McGuire scores with a nice strike.
A chopping leg kick lands by McGuire.
McGuire misses with a head kick.
McGuire is looking to land body kicks.
McGuire scores with a jab to the head.
Boshtok scores with a shot to the body.
McGuire misses with a takedown attempt
and Boshtok counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Boshtok moves out of range of the body kick.
Boshtok throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McGuire motions for Boshtok to come forward. McGuire throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. #TD#
McGuire gets caught flat footed, as Boshtok shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB2#
McGuire is looking for a triangle here but Boshtok uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Boyd McGuire has got the better of the ground game so far.
McGuire taking punishment in the form of punches. #T1#
McGuire is trying to improve his position.
McGuire struggling a bit here.
Boshtok scoring with punches from side control.
McGuire is trying to improve his position.
Boshtok working the ground and pound.
McGuire is looking to reverse the position.
Boshtok working the head with strikes. #T2#
McGuire is not content to let Boshtok control the position.
Check out the look on Boshtok's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
McGuire takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Boshtok working the ground and pound.
Boshtok lands some shots froms side control.
Boshtok misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
McGuire avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Boshtok.
McGuire tries to buck Boshtok off but Boshtok is having none of it.#T3#
McGuire manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Boshtok gets full guard.
McGuire throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Boshtok works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
McGuire with a nice head shot there.
Boshtok keeping full guard, as McGuire tries to pass.
Boshtok seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Boshtok 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#
Boshtok 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.
McGuire gets back to full guard. #T4#
McGuire preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SUB2#
Boshtok got a little sloppy there for a moment and McGuire has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Boshtok has managed to get both his arms back between McGuire's legs - danger averted.
Boshtok missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
McGuire keeping moving, preventing Boshtok from controlling successfully.
Boshtok with a nice head shot there.#SUB2#
McGuire is looking for a triangle but Boshtok pushes his legs off easily.
Boshtok advances to half guard.
Nice strikes from Boshtok there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Yuri Boshtok dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
McGuire takes a swing at Boshtok's ribcage but misses.
McGuire moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
That kick from McGuire tenderised Boshtok's leg. Boshtok is trying to keep his angry face on.
McGuire throws the left hand but Boshtok avoids the punch easily.
McGuire slips a straight right by Boshtok.
McGuire jabs Boshtok right on the nose. Boshtok blinks but takes it well.
Boshtok shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
McGuire stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Boshtok.
Boshtok moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Boshtok tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but McGuire defends well and Boshtok ends up having to push McGuire into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Boshtok tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Boshtok wants to land a leg kick but McGuire is out of range.
Boshtok throws the kick towards the body but McGuire avoids it.
A looping hook to the body misses from McGuire. Boshtok does a little dance to reset his feet.
Boshtok throws a low kick, looking for McGuire's leg but McGuire calmly moves out of range.
McGuire fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#T1#
McGuire is looking to clinch.
McGuire takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
McGuire throws a body shot but no joy.
A punch lands to the side of McGuire 's head but he takes it in his stride.
A head kick misses from McGuire.
Boshtok throws a counter high kick but McGuire was just alert enough to avoid it.
A cross from Boshtok lands.
McGuire throws a big shot that misses.
Boshtok avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Boshtok fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Boshtok scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Boshtok takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
McGuire blocks a head kick by Boshtok.
McGuire takes a jab right on the kisser.
Nice body punch from Boshtok. #T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Boshtok avoids the head kick by McGuire.
Boshtok half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
McGuire throws a head kick but Boshtok moves out of range.
McGuire is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
McGuire misses with a jab to the body
and Boshtok cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
McGuire avoids the body shot from Boshtok.
Boshtok ducks under a wild hook from McGuire.
Boshtok appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Some bone on bone action there as McGuire checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from McGuire 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 Boshtok has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Boshtok and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
McGuire thumps Boshtok with a low kick.
McGuire swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
McGuire uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Boshtok.
Good exchange - Boshtok coming out on top.
Boshtok goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
McGuire misses with a wild body shot. #T3#
Boshtok takes a swing at McGuire's ribcage but misses.
Boshtok looks to land a body kick but McGuire moved away.
McGuire changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Boshtok attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Boshtok takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
McGuire misses with an uppercut. Boshtok saw that one coming.
McGuire uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Boshtok has time to react.
Boshtok connects with a looping right hand.
Boshtok looks to land a body kick but McGuire moved away.
McGuire tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
McGuire throws a head kick that misses.
Boshtok is looking to counter with a body kick.
Boshtok slips under a jab.
Boshtok scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
McGuire misses with a jab to the body
and Boshtok counters with a nice low kick that buckles McGuire's knee momentarily.
Boshtok throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
McGuire avoids the body shot from Boshtok. #T4#
Boshtok bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps McGuire's head backwards.
McGuire takes one to the side of the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McGuire tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Boshtok was well out of range. Poor timing from McGuire.
McGuire goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by McGuire.
Boshtok throws a nice outside leg kick.
Boshtok misses with a looping right.
McGuire connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
McGuire shoots in for a takedown but Boshtok shows good takedown defense.
Boshtok fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and McGuire has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
McGuire throws a leg kick that misses.
Boshtok throws a low kick but it's checked well by McGuire.
Boshtok's corner calls for a 1-2. Boshtok obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
McGuire misses with a body shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
Yuri Boshtok showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Boshtok 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 Andrew Berry scores the fight 29:28
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 29:28
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: T170 Olympics Round 1
Date: Nov 25, 2016

#R1#
Dilli attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Dilli shoots in looking for a takedown but McGuire manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Dilli's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Dilli blocks a leg kick.
Dilli keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Dilli works the jab nicely.
Dilli moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Dilli ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McGuire moves away.
A jab from Dilli does it's job there.
Dilli tries a head kick but it misses.
McGuire tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
McGuire connects with a nice looking jab.
Temel Dilli seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dilli waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract McGuire.
McGuire tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Dilli paws at him with a jab and circles away.
McGuire avoids a punch combination nicely.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Dilli.
Dilli has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Den of Tears (22 coaches) in the buildup to the fight.
Dilli paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McGuire scoring well with a low kick there. #T1#
McGuire walks into a left hand.
McGuire swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McGuire takes a swing at Dilli's ribcage but misses.
Dilli throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
McGuire lands a nice shot that snaps Dilli's head back.
McGuire fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Dilli has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Dilli misses with a two punch combination.
McGuire chopping away at his opponent's legs.
McGuire getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Dilli fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McGuire manages to avoid it.
Dilli listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
McGuire tries for a takedown but Dilli sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Dilli looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
McGuire has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Dilli.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dilli connects with an inside leg kick.
Dilli keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T2#
McGuire avoids the body shot from Dilli.
McGuire fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Dilli connects with a good right hand that stumbles McGuire. McGuire circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Dilli uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before McGuire has time to react.
Dilli lands with a right hand.
McGuire misses with a straight right.
Dilli blocks the body kick.
McGuire is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Dilli rather than just go for the knockout.
A cross from Dilli lands.
Dilli scores with a hook to the body. McGuire takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
McGuire swings for the body but Dilli moves out of range.
Dilli appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Dilli circles away from the clinch attempt.
McGuire misses with a wild body shot.
McGuire throws a body kick that misses.
McGuire takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
McGuire fails with a takedown attempt.#T3#
McGuire connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Dilli tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Dilli lands with a straight right. McGuire didn't see that one coming.
Dilli throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
The crowd cheers as McGuire lands an impressive looking overhand right. Dilli doesn't seem phased though.
McGuire misses with a low kick as Dilli jumps back.
Dilli is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
McGuire lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Dilli throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Dilli digs a good body shot into McGuire's ribs.
McGuire throws a low kick, looking for Dilli's leg but Dilli calmly moves out of range.
Dilli changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Dilli checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Dilli attempts a counter takedown but McGuire avoids it well and moves away.
McGuire pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T4#
McGuire fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dilli manages to avoid it.
Dilli misses the jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A slow jab from Dilli misses its intended target.
A jab from McGuire misses.
A jab from Dilli misses.
McGuire ducks under a wild hook from Dilli.
Dilli throws a poor cross that misses
and McGuire counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
McGuire moves out of range of the strikes.
McGuire appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
McGuire turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
McGuire lands a nice looking kick to the body. Dilli takes a step back to recover.
Dilli ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Dilli throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A slow jab from McGuire misses its intended target.
Dilli throws a leg kick but McGuire sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Dilli connects with a good right hand that stumbles McGuire. McGuire circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
McGuire steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Dilli.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Temel Dilli dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Dilli lands a leg kick that knocks McGuire off balance momentarily.
McGuire displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Dilli throws out the jab.
Dilli swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McGuire feints the counter takedown.
Temel Dilli is winning the standup battle so far.
McGuire stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but McGuire might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Dilli has got the better of the exchanges.
McGuire misses the body punch
and Dilli counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
McGuire lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Dilli throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
McGuire counters with a body kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Dilli. That's going to slow McGuire down.
Dilli with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling McGuire to score with a decent uppercut.
McGuire misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Dilli takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#ROC2#
Dilli is rocked!#CUT2#
It looks like Temel Dilli has been cut.
McGuire takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dilli with a nice cross.
McGuire uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Dilli.
Dilli throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Dilli is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that McGuire can do to turn this around?#TD2#
McGuire shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#T1#
Dilli regains full guard. Nicely done.
Dilli manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. McGuire manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Dilli stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. McGuire swivels though and keeps the full guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Dilli accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Dilli postures up.
Dilli trying to control the position from guard on top but McGuire is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
McGuire has his foot on Dilli's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Dilli works his way back into a safe position though.#T2#
McGuire keeping moving, preventing Dilli from controlling successfully.
Dilli is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Dilli accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
McGuire 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#
McGuire throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Dilli trying to hold on to McGuire's head to control him but McGuire postures up.
Dilli controlling the position well.
McGuire is taking a breather. Dilli 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.#T3#
Dilli is trying to control but can't.
McGuire prevents Dilli from improving his position.
McGuire missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Dilli gets full guard.
Dilli trying to control the position here.
McGuire with a flurry of punches that miss.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
McGuire trying to control the position from guard on top but Dilli is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
McGuire cracks Dilli with a good jab.
McGuire looking to land some kicks to the body here.
McGuire slips a jab from Dilli.
Dilli 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.
And McGuire tries to counter it with a takedown but Dilli pushes his down on his head and steps out.
McGuire misses with the body kick
and Dilli counters with a nice leg kick.
A slow jab from McGuire misses its intended target.
McGuire throws out a powerful jab.
McGuire staying out of range there.
Dilli misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McGuire.
Dilli lands with a good body shot.#CL2#
McGuire forces Dilli back against the cage and clinches.
McGuire blocks a body shot from Dilli.
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 Temel Dilli will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Temel Dilli'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. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Dilli misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McGuire.
McGuire misses the jab.
Dilli throws a lazy right hand but McGuire sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Dilli takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Dilli fails with the takedown
and McGuire counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Oh Dilli is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Dilli throws a poor cross that misses
and McGuire counters with a straight right hand.
Dilli throws a good cross that connects.
McGuire cracks Dilli with a right hand to the side of the head.
McGuire walks into a left hand.
Dilli throws a hook but McGuire avoids it easily.
McGuire looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Dilli misses the jab.
McGuire looks to land a left hand but Dilli moved out of range nicely.
Dilli uses good head movement to avoid the hook from McGuire.
Dilli swings and misses with a shot to the body
and McGuire counters with a nice body shot. #T1#
Dilli wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Dilli seems to have got his legs back now.
McGuire lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by McGuire!
Dilli misses with a straight right.
A shot to the liver by Dilli. Beautiful body shot.
McGuire shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Dilli drops down looking for a counter takedown but McGuire sprawls and moves away.
McGuire tries to land a front kick but Dilli steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
McGuire tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dilli was well out of range. Poor timing from McGuire.
Dilli throwing a counter right hand but McGuire manages to avoid it.
McGuire throws a leg kick
and Dilli counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Dilli uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McGuire.
McGuire digs a good hook to Dilli's body.
McGuire tries to clinch but Dilli moves out of range.
Dilli misses with a straight left.
A big left from Dilli misses.
The fight stays on the outside here - McGuire looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Temel Dilli is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McGuire moves out of range as Dilli strikes.
Dilli works the jab nicely.
McGuire thows a left - swing and a miss!
Dilli looks to land a right hand but McGuire moved out of range.
Dilli throws a chopping leg kick but McGuire manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
McGuire with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Dilli on the wrong end of a nice jab.
The fighters circling - McGuire throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
McGuire checks a leg kick nicely.
Dilli throws a looping overhand right but McGuire ducks down to avoid it.
Dilli avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Dilli avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Dilli blocks the body kick.
McGuire checks a leg kick.
Boyd McGuire has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
McGuire throws out a leg kick but Dilli moves out of range and McGuire only half commits.
Dilli scores with a nice head shot.
Dilli lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
McGuire avoids the body shot from Dilli.
It seemed like McGuire was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Nice shot lands for McGuire.
Dilli misses with a body kick.
McGuire checks a low kick from Dilli.
Dilli misses with a hook
and McGuire counters with a right hand to the body.
Dilli tries a low kick but McGuire avoids it.
McGuire takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Dilli moves away from the strike by McGuire.
Dilli scores with a jab to the body.
McGuire misses with a takedown attempt
and Dilli counters with a nice low kick that buckles McGuire's knee momentarily.
McGuire avoids the body shot from Dilli. #T4#
Dilli scores with a jab.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
McGuire moves out of range of the strikes.
Dilli lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
McGuire with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Dilli to score with a decent uppercut.
Nice uppercut lands for Dilli. That snapped McGuire's head back.
Dilli works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Dilli lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Dilli just misses with a punch to the body.
Dilli takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
McGuire shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
McGuire has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
McGuire looks to score with a jab to the body but Dilli is just out of range.
Dilli tests McGuire's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Dilli ducks under a wild hook from McGuire.
McGuire throws a sloppy head kick and Dilli moves out of range easily.
Dilli comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.

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 Temel Dilli.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Dilli, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge William Gold scores the fight 30:27
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 30:27
Judge James Glass scores the fight 30:28

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

Event: T166 Hoshino vs Kornilov
Date: Oct 28, 2016

#R1#
Doyle lands a body shot.
Doyle just misses with a punch to the body.
Doyle throws a big shot that misses.
McGuire thows a left - swing and a miss!
An attempted straight right counter from Doyle misses the target.
Doyle swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Doyle moves out of range of the body kick from McGuire.
Doyle uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McGuire.
Doyle misses with a body shot.
Doyle slips a jab from McGuire.
McGuire cracks the inside of Doyle's front leg.
Doyle has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Doyle misses with a body shot.
Doyle looks to land a body kick but McGuire moved away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGuire feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Doyle's calf.
McGuire scores with a nice strike.
McGuire throws a low kick but Doyle avoids it.
It looked like Doyle wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
An inside leg kick lands from Doyle.
Doyle misses the shot to the body. #T1#
McGuire misses with a low kick as Doyle jumps back.
McGuire scores with a kick to the midsection.
A jab lands there for McGuire.
McGuire takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
McGuire throws a head kick that misses.
McGuire throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A big left from Doyle misses.
A countering left hand to the body from McGuire misses.
McGuire ducks under a wild hook from Doyle.
McGuire with the counter takedown but Doyle avoids it easily.
Doyle moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
McGuire lands a front kick.
Doyle misses with a leg kick #TD2#
so McGuire counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Doyle 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 ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Doyle is looking to pass McGuire's guard but actually McGuire recovers to full guard. #T2#
Doyle won't allow McGuire to sweep him here.
Doyle being controlled here momentarily.
McGuire looking for a sweep. Not yet McGuire, not yet.
McGuire throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
McGuire looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
McGuire looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #T3##SUB2#
McGuire working for a triangle but Doyle defends it easily. #SUB2#
McGuire throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
McGuire can't keep his opponent in guard - Doyle advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Doyle is looking to advance position but McGuire won't allow it. #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.
McGuire wants to get back to full guard.
McGuire is still trying to improve position.
McGuire wants to get back to full guard but Doyle has mounted him!
McGuire tries to hold on but Doyle pushes him away.
McGuire is working to get back to half guard.
McGuire is squirming around, avoiding Doyle's attempts to control the action.
Doyle is really struggling to control McGuire but he's trying to hold on to the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Boyd McGuire will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Good leg kick by Doyle there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
McGuire lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Doyle backwards.
Doyle tries to throw a body punch but McGuire avoids it by throwing Doyle back against the cage.
McGuire lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Doyle backwards.
Doyle letting McGuire take a breather here.
Good body shot from Doyle.
Doyle swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Doyle fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
McGuire misses with some punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGuire tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Doyle's elbow.
McGuire has a couple of punches blocked by Doyle.
McGuire tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Doyle's elbow. #BC2#
McGuire escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Doyle blocks the body kick.
McGuire scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#T1#
Doyle swats away the attempt to clinch by McGuire.
Doyle pulls out of a head kick attempt. #CL2#
McGuire closes the distance and clinches.
Doyle prevents a body shot from McGuire.
McGuire swings wildly with an uppercut but Doyle uses good head movement to avoid it.
McGuire misses with a body punch.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from McGuire.
McGuire dodges an elbow strike from Doyle.
McGuire misses with a punch to the body.
Doyle gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Doyle takes an elbow to the temple.
McGuire goes for a takedown attempt but Doyle pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Doyle lands a jab to McGuire's midsection.
Doyle is looking to wear down McGuire with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.#T2#
McGuire takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Doyle takes one to the side of the head.
McGuire takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Jimmy Doyle is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McGuire keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Doyle throws an uppercut from half a mile away. McGuire sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Doyle keeps the fight on the outside.
McGuire takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Doyle misses with a telegraphed body shot
letting McGuire counter with a right hand.
McGuire throws a sloppy head kick
letting Doyle counter with a right hand.
Doyle misses with a series of wild punches.
McGuire moves forwards but Doyle connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Doyle looks to land a combination but McGuire avoids it well. #T3#
McGuire looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Doyle is fending him off so far but McGuire persists. Nope, Doyle circles away and we're back to standing.
McGuire defending well as Doyle loads up on a big left hand.
Doyle connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
McGuire ducks right into an uppercut from Doyle.
Doyle connects with a solid leg kick.
McGuire walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
A looping hook to the body misses from Doyle. McGuire does a little dance to reset his feet.
McGuire thows a left - swing and a miss!
Doyle cracks McGuire with an open hand slap.
Jimmy Doyle is winning the standup battle so far.
Doyle swats away the attempt to clinch by McGuire.
Good exchange - Doyle coming out on top.
A jab lands there for Doyle.#T4#
Doyle takes one to the side of the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
McGuire scores with a jab to the head.
Doyle fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McGuire manages to avoid it.
McGuire with a body punch. A glancing blow.
McGuire tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Doyle is able to avoid easily.
Doyle takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
McGuire on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
McGuire slips a jab from Doyle.
Doyle blocks the body kick.
Doyle throws an ugly left hook that misses
and McGuire counters with a nice body kick.
Doyle misses with a head kick.
Doyle misses the shot to the body.
McGuire misses the shot to the body.
McGuire missing with a left hand there. Doyle was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jimmy Doyle dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
McGuire throws a low kick but Doyle moves out of range easily.
McGuire tries to clinch up.
McGuire dives in for a single leg takedown but Doyle sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Doyle swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
McGuire fails in his attempt to clinch.
Doyle closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
McGuire dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Doyle. That did some damage!
A shot to the liver by Doyle. Beautiful body shot.
McGuire jabbing away but nothing is landing.
McGuire throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Doyle checks the leg kick nicely there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGuire uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Doyle.
McGuire scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
McGuire moves out of range as Doyle throws a body kick.
McGuire misses with a leg kick.
Doyle misses with a body shot. #T1#
Doyle steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from McGuire. That one must have hurt.
Doyle connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between McGuire's hands.
McGuire tries to clinch up.
McGuire is looking to clinch but Doyle is avoiding it.
Doyle is looking to counter punch.
Doyle keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
McGuire stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Doyle swings for the body but McGuire moves out of range.
Doyle scores with a body shot.
McGuire throws a head kick that misses.
A little feinted left hand from Doyle on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
McGuire walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Doyle checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
McGuire misses with a body kick.
Doyle wants to slow McGuire down by chopping away at his legs.
McGuire misses with a body shot. #T2#
Doyle connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Doyle stuffs the takedown.
McGuire on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Doyle. Doyle obviously looking to wear him down.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Doyle looks to land a left hand but McGuire moved out of range nicely.
McGuire looks to score with a jab to the body but Doyle is just out of range.
Doyle avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Doyle lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
McGuire cracks Doyle with a right hand to the side of the head.
Doyle thows a leg kick but McGuire checks it
and McGuire connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
McGuire slips under a jab from Doyle.
McGuire swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Doyle throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Doyle throws a lazy right hand but McGuire sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Doyle misses with a hook
and McGuire counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Doyle thinking. #T3#
McGuire takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
McGuire throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Doyle lands a body shot.
Doyle swings away with a body shot that misses
and McGuire counters with an inside leg kick.
McGuire tries to work over Doyle's front leg with a kick but Doyle checks it.
Doyle shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
McGuire moves out of range of the body kick from Doyle.
Doyle misses with an uppercut #TD2#
and McGuire counters with a nice double leg into guard.
McGuire scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#SUB#
Doyle looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
McGuire throws an elbow that misses. Doyle uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in McGuire's guard. Nice move by Doyle!#REVR##T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Doyle won't allow McGuire to sweep him here.
Doyle is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Doyle pushes down on McGuire's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Doyle is looking to take a break and control but McGuire is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Jimmy Doyle overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Doyle stalling.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 29:28
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 30:28
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: T158 London
Date: Sep 02, 2016

#R1#
Hermano throws the left hand but McGuire avoids the punch easily.
Nice body kick there by McGuire.#CL2#
McGuire takes the fight into the clinch.
Hermano works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
McGuire lands with a short head shot on the inside.
McGuire blocks an uppercut.
McGuire can't find room to land a body shot as Hermano controls the action.
I was talking to Hermano's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
McGuire has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Hermano after a bit of a struggle.
McGuire takes a shot to the head.
A head punch on the inside from Hermano fails to land.
McGuire misses with a short punch on the inside.
McGuire struggles to land a body shot inside as Hermano controls his hands.
Hermano misses with a shot to the kidneys.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGuire tries to break free but Hermano pushes him back against the cage.
Hermano pushes McGuire back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
McGuire throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
McGuire misses with a hook from the clinch.
Hermano lands an uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McGuire misses with a short punch on the inside. #T1#
McGuire working aggressively here.
Stalling in the clinch from McGuire.
A nice right hand lands inside from McGuire.
Hermano throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#BC#
Hermano breaks the clinch.
McGuire throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Pelle Hermano seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McGuire throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Hermano.
McGuire misses with a low kick as Hermano jumps back.
McGuire getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
McGuire ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
A thudding body kick lands there by Hermano!
McGuire throws a front kick that sends Hermano stumbling back into the cage.
A good leg kick by Hermano.
Hermano connects with a leg kick. McGuire looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hermano missing with a left hand there. McGuire was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
McGuire fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Hermano has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#TD#
Hermano scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
McGuire is looking for a sweep.#T2#
Hermano scoring with punches and elbows.
McGuire is trying to control Hermano's posture but Hermano avoids it.
McGuire is looking to reverse the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McGuire is trying to control Hermano's posture but Hermano avoids it.
McGuire tries to improve position but can't.
Hermano wants to control but McGuire is keeping him busy. #T3#
McGuire is trying to improve his position.
McGuire takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
A control attempt from McGuire but he's now mounted!
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
McGuire is trying to escape the mount.
The referee warns McGuire that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Hermano 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.
Hermano landing strikes, looking to finish! #T4#
Hermano landing shots from mount.
McGuire is trying to escape the mount.
McGuire bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Hermano looking for a sweep. Not yet Hermano, not yet.
McGuire landing some decent shots from guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hermano looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
McGuire is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Hermano looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hermano controlling McGuire's posture.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Pelle Hermano dominated that round.
That's time! Hermano's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
McGuire fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Hermano checks it well.
McGuire throws a half hearted mid kick.
A head kick misses from McGuire.
Hermano tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but McGuire defends well and Hermano ends up having to push McGuire into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
McGuire rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #TD#
and Hermano decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in McGuire's guard.
McGuire is pulling down on Hermano's head to control his posture. #SUB2#
McGuire working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Hermano has passed into half guard!
McGuire trying to hold on to Hermano's head to control him but Hermano postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Hermano is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Hermano lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
McGuire won't allow Hermano to pass to mount.
Hermano scoring with strikes to the body and head.
McGuire is looking for a sweep. Hermano is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hermano takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#SUB2#
McGuire has hold of a guillotine but he's not going to be able to crank on it really with only half guard, so it's no trouble for Hermano. Oh but McGuire has got full guard now! Oh boy! This one could be over very soon! Hermano goes limp - he's gone! McGuire jumps up and celebrates with the crowd - fantastic submission finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Boyd McGuire!
Boyd McGuire took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Sully's Bar & Grill for their support in the buildup to the fight.

Event: T155 Spillane vs Rubin III
Date: Aug 12, 2016

#R1#
McGuire fails with the takedown.
A looping hook to the body misses from McGuire. Alvarez does a little dance to reset his feet.
Alvarez keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
McGuire fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Alvarez throws out a counter right but McGuire avoids it with no problem.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Boyd McGuire. That's going to take a lot out of him.
McGuire misses with a looping right.
Alvarez checks the leg kick.
A head kick misses from Alvarez.
Alvarez explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
McGuire clinches.
Nice elbow from Alvarez.
Alvarez struggles to land a body shot inside as McGuire controls his hands.
Alvarez working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
A short right hand to the side of the head by McGuire.#T1#
McGuire softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from McGuire. #BC#
McGuire manages to break the clinch.
McGuire lands with a nice body kick.
McGuire moves out of range of the strikes.
McGuire feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Alvarez's calf.
McGuire lands a lovely overhand right.
McGuire misses with a low kick as Alvarez jumps back.
McGuire throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
McGuire attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Alvarez looks to land a body kick but McGuire moved away.
And McGuire counters with a quick kick to the body but Alvarez blocks it.
McGuire looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Alvarez lands a head shot.
Alvarez bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
McGuire thows a body kick. Alvarez tries to catch it but that hurt him. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Alvarez looks for the body kick but McGuire saw that one coming.
Alvarez thumps McGuire with a low kick.
Alvarez misses with a body kick.
Alvarez moves out of range as McGuire throws a body kick.
McGuire lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Alvarez at a distance.
Alvarez moves out of range of the body kick.
McGuire backing away here, and Alvarez unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Alvarez throws an uppercut from half a mile away. McGuire sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Alvarez throws a leg kick
and McGuire counters with a left and a right that stings Alvarez.
McGuire 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.
McGuire fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Alvarez has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
A head kick misses from McGuire.
Alvarez throws a sloppy head kick #TD#
and McGuire counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
McGuire is standing up over Alvarez. Alvarez looks to escape but McGuire dives into side control. #T3##REVB#
McGuire working the ground and pound but Alvarez is defending the strikes.
Both fighters take a look at the clock.
Alvarez is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Alvarez parries the strikes from McGuire easily there. McGuire is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Alvarez to escape.
McGuire wants to lay and pray for a moment but Alvarez keeps working.
Alvarez tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but McGuire wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Alvarez is looking to work his way out of this bad position but McGuire is controlling him well.
McGuire moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
McGuire working away.#T4#
McGuire scoring with punches from side control.
Alvarez is looking to regain half guard here but McGuire keeps moving and retains side control.
Alvarez struggling a bit here.
McGuire working the head with strikes.
Alvarez can't do much from the bottom here.
McGuire working the ground and pound from side control.
McGuire lands some shots froms side control.
Alvarez tries to get back to half guard but can't.
McGuire misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Alvarez wants to control but McGuire postures up.
McGuire trying to control the position but Alvarez is working away.
Alvarez is trying to control McGuire's posture but McGuire avoids it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Boyd McGuire dominated that round.
That's time! McGuire's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
McGuire lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Alvarez doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
McGuire misses with a body shot.
McGuire misses with a head kick.
As McGuire backs off Alvarez throws a huge counter combo but McGuire manages to avoid it all.
McGuire misses with a hook.
McGuire keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
An attempted straight right counter from McGuire misses the target.
McGuire bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
McGuire half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Alvarez looks to score with a jab to the body but McGuire is just out of range.
McGuire attempts a counter takedown but Alvarez avoids it well and moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGuire tried to score with a low kick but Alvarez checks it.#TD#
McGuire shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Alvarez's guard.
Alvarez wants to stand but McGuire is controlling the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Alvarez is looking to stand back up but McGuire counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Alvarez.
McGuire 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.#T1#
Alvarez trying to control from the bottom.
Alvarez is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but McGuire is staying active.
Alvarez really doesn't want to stay on the ground with McGuire. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Alvarez keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
McGuire controlling the action here.
McGuire not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Alvarez is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Alvarez has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. McGuire is working away from the top position though.
McGuire is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Alvarez can do to turn this around?
Alvarez has his hands clasped together around McGuire's back. He's all about the action.
Alvarez wants to improve his position but McGuire is controlling well. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
McGuire missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Alvarez tries to get to full guard but McGuire has control of the leg. #SUB#
McGuire is working for a kimura but Alvarez is defending it quite comfortably.
Alvarez is trying to get back to full guard.
McGuire working Alvarez over with strikes.
Alvarez has hold of McGuire's hands but McGuire slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Alvarez pushes McGuire off looking to stand but McGuire dives back in and keeps control.
McGuire takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
McGuire prevents Alvarez from standing back up.
Alvarez pushes McGuire off but McGuire dives into side control. #T3#
Alvarez dodges the ground and pound from McGuire.
The ground and pound from McGuire seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Alvarez tries to escape but McGuire is in control.
Alvarez tries to buck McGuire off but McGuire is having none of it.
McGuire lands a few punches from side control.
McGuire is looking to take a break and control but Alvarez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Alvarez is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
McGuire in side control lands a decent elbow.
Boyd McGuire overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
McGuire staying calm.
McGuire scores with punches from side control. #T4#
McGuire grinds an elbow into Alvarez's temple.
McGuire misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Alvarez is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, McGuire asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Alvarez tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but McGuire wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
McGuire is chipping away with strikes.
Alvarez is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Sloppy strikes there by McGuire.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Alvarez is looking to work his way out of this bad position but McGuire is controlling him well.
McGuire lands a few punches from side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Boyd McGuire dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
A telegraphed right hand from Alvarez misses the target.
McGuire wants to clinch.
A lazy body kick from McGuire
and Alvarez counters with a straight right hand.
McGuire scores with a decent looking hook.
McGuire bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Alvarez blocks a head kick by McGuire.
Alvarez throws a push kick but McGuire slaps the foot to one side.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGuire throws a leg kick that misses.
McGuire fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Alvarez appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Boyd McGuire seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McGuire lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#T1#
Nice shot by Alvarez.
McGuire jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Alvarez pulls out of a head kick attempt.
McGuire lands a jab to Alvarez's midsection.
A head kick misses from Alvarez. #CL#
McGuire gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
McGuire tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Alvarez's elbow.
The referee is keeping an eye on McGuire - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
McGuire misses with a punch to the body.
Alvarez blocking some punches.
McGuire fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #TD#
McGuire drags the fight down to the ground.
McGuire not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #T2#
McGuire is pulling down on Alvarez's head to control his posture.
McGuire has a closed guard, preventing Alvarez from standing up. #SUB#
Alvarez avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SU2#
Alvarez gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
McGuire shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Alvarez as he avoids it easily.
Alvarez stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from McGuire.
Alvarez buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McGuire slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
McGuire blocks a jab.
McGuire seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.#T3#
McGuire misses the body punch
and Alvarez counters with a thumping low kick.
McGuire throws out a loose jab but Alvarez uses good head movement to avoid it.
McGuire scores with a shot to the body.
McGuire connects with a single shot there.
Alvarez misses with a body kick.
A kick lands to the mid section there for McGuire.
Boyd McGuire is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
McGuire throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Michael Alvarez is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Jab, jab by McGuire - just one landing.
McGuire blocks the body kick.
McGuire throws a nice outside leg kick.
McGuire tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Alvarez paws at him with a jab and circles away.
McGuire dodges the punch combination from Alvarez. #T4#
Alvarez throws a leg kick
and McGuire counters with a straight right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Alvarez takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Alvarez is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
McGuire takes a swing at Alvarez's ribcage but misses.
McGuire shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Alvarez as he jumps to the side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Boyd McGuire. That's going to take a lot out of him.
McGuire throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#TD#
McGuire feints and as Alvarez raises his hands in defense, McGuire changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Alvarez being controlled here, momentarily.
McGuire wants to control from the top but Alvarez keeps moving.

And that's the end of the fight!
Boyd McGuire showed his dominance in that final round.
Well McGuire 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 Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 30:27
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Boyd McGuire!
Boyd McGuire seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
Michael Alvarez spoke after the fight, saying 'I admit defeat. He did a good job.'.

Event: EVO 258: Cortes vs Saibot
Date: Jul 28, 2016

#R1##CL2#
Aoki closes the distance and clinches.
Aoki blocking some punches.
McGuire avoiding damage as Aoki throws knees to the body.
Aoki missing with knees to the body.
Aoki lands a shot to the body.
Aoki blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
McGuire tries to work over Aoki's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Aoki trying to land knees to the body.
A left hand lands to the body for McGuire.
Aoki prevents a body shot from McGuire.
Aoki tries to land knees in the clinch but McGuire avoids the damage to the body.
McGuire tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Aoki's elbow.
Aoki tries a body shot but McGuire blocks it.
Aoki lands a hook that snaps the head of McGuire backwards.
Aoki tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and McGuire avoids it.
A body shot lands from Aoki.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGuire on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from McGuire.
Aoki tried to land a shot to the body but connects with McGuire's elbow.
McGuire lands a body shot.
McGuire tries to throw a body punch but Aoki avoids it by throwing McGuire back against the cage.
McGuire misses with a body punch.
McGuire holding his opponent close, against the cage. #T1#
Aoki swings wildly with an uppercut but McGuire uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC#
McGuire breaks from the clinch.
Aoki is looking to clinch.
McGuire looks to score with a jab to the body but Aoki is just out of range.
Aoki ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McGuire moves away.
Aoki throws a nice looking combination but McGuire bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Aoki keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from McGuire.
McGuire misses with a body shot.
Aoki shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. #CL#
McGuire rushes Aoki and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
McGuire lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Aoki using the Thai plumb to throw knees but McGuire has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
McGuire lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
McGuire tries a body shot but Aoki blocks it.
A shot in the inside from McGuire.
A short left from McGuire.
Aoki lands a body shot. #T2#
A right handed body shot lands from Aoki.
Aoki prevents a body shot from McGuire.
McGuire misses with a punch on the inside.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McGuire throws a head punch that misses. #TD#
McGuire works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
McGuire wants to pass the guard but Aoki is keeping the position.#SUB2#
McGuire avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
McGuire landing with the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Aoki is looking for a triangle here but McGuire uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Check out the look on McGuire's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter! #T3#
McGuire scoring with punches from side control.
McGuire lands an elbow.
Aoki manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #SUB#
McGuire is looking for a kimura here.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Aoki tries to roll over but McGuire keeps him under control.
Aoki is staying active underneath McGuire, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Aoki is looking to get back to full guard here but McGuire has managed to pass to side control instead.
Aoki tries to bench press McGuire off him but McGuire keeps the position.
McGuire cracks Aoki with a big elbow.
Aoki is looking to regain half guard here but McGuire keeps moving and retains side control. #T4#
McGuire in side control lands a decent elbow.
Aoki manages to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Aoki actively working from the bottom here.
Aoki on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #SUB2#
Aoki actively working from the bottom here.
Aoki taking some punishment here, with McGuire in his half guard. #SUB2#
Aoki looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
McGuire seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
McGuire works his way into side control.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McGuire cracks Aoki with an elbow. That is naaassty.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Boyd McGuire dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Aoki moves out of range of the leg kick from McGuire.
McGuire lands a jab to Aoki's midsection.
McGuire lands a nice leg kick that just misses Aoki's sensitive parts.
Aoki ducks under a wild hook from McGuire.
McGuire misses with an uppercut.
Aoki ducks under a wild hook from McGuire.
McGuire throws a jab when Aoki was well out of range.
McGuire takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
McGuire swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
McGuire takes a swing at Aoki's ribcage but misses.
A nice inside leg kick there by McGuire. That's going to slow Aoki down.
Chan Sung Aoki seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Aoki throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aoki throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by McGuire.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from McGuire - that will leave a mark!
Aoki looks to land a combination. McGuire sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Aoki tried to score with a low kick but McGuire checks it.
Aoki throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #T1#
McGuire avoids a kick to the body.
It appears McGuire was looking to counter with a kick there.
Aoki throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #CL#
McGuire clinches with his opponent.
Aoki lands a knee to the head.
McGuire lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Aoki.
Aoki is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. McGuire is defending well for now.
McGuire on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Aoki is breathing heavily.#TD#
McGuire tightens his grip and picks Aoki up, before dumping him to the ground. Aoki manages to land in guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells McGuire's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
McGuire connects with a couple of short punches.
Aoki controlling the position.
Aoki is trying to keep McGuire in close.
McGuire wants to control from the top but Aoki keeps moving. #T2#
McGuire lands a couple of digs.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McGuire trying to control the position from guard on top but Aoki is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McGuire keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Aoki's head.
McGuire is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Aoki can do to turn this around?
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Aoki preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Aoki looking to hit a scissor sweep but McGuire is one step ahead there.
McGuire landing with the ground and pound.
McGuire scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
McGuire landing some decent shots from guard.
Aoki controls McGuire momentarily but McGuire frees himself. #T3#
McGuire postures up and lands a big shot to Aoki's brow. #SUB2#
Aoki is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and McGuire defends well.
McGuire working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Aoki's head.
Aoki avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
McGuire trying to control the position from guard on top but Aoki is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McGuire slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Our spies down at at Montreal Elite Gym inform us that Aoki has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#SUB2#
Aoki is looking for a triangle but McGuire pushes his legs off easily. #SUB2#
Aoki has his foot on McGuire's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. McGuire works his way back into a safe position though.#T4#
Aoki keeping moving, preventing McGuire from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Aoki looking for submissions from the bottom but instead McGuire passes into half guard.
McGuire working over Aoki with some ground and pound. Aoki looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Aoki is not content to let McGuire control the position.
Aoki taking some punishment here, with McGuire in his half guard.
Aoki is trying to defend against the ground and pound but McGuire scores with a couple of nice shots.
McGuire wants to take a breather but Aoki is having none of it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Boyd McGuire dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Aoki pushes McGuire away with a front kick.
Chan Sung Aoki is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Aoki looks to throw a body kick#TD#
and McGuire counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Aoki!
McGuire lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Aoki down.
McGuire cracks Aoki with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Aoki being controlled for a moment.
Aoki wants to control but McGuire postures up.
Aoki is trying to improve his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGuire working the ground and pound.
Aoki is trying to improve his position.
Aoki taking a bit of punishment here - McGuire scoring with strikes. #T1#
McGuire taking a breather here.
Aoki is trying to get back to half guard.
McGuire working the ground and pound.
McGuire trying to control the position but Aoki is working away.
Aoki takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Aoki takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
McGuire wants to control but Aoki is keeping him busy.
Aoki takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Aoki wants to control but McGuire postures up.
Chan Sung Aoki has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Aoki is not content to let McGuire control the position.
McGuire is working Aoki over with some ground and pound from side control.
Aoki wants to control but McGuire postures up.
Aoki manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
McGuire prevents Aoki from improving his position.
Aoki takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Nice strikes from McGuire there.
McGuire seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
McGuire trying to control the action but Aoki is working from the bottom.
McGuire is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Aoki is bucking up trying to escape but McGuire cracks him with another couple of good strikes.#T3#
McGuire lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Aoki hang on?#ROC#
Aoki is rocked!
McGuire scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Aoki is still in real trouble! Can McGuire finish him?
McGuire has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Aoki's face.
Aoki takes a big shot to the dome and his eyes have rolled back in his head! McGuire's killer instinct has kicked in as he finishes the fight with more strikes. Impressive finish.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:41 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Boyd McGuire!
After winning the bout, Boyd McGuire thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: EVO 251: Tsoi vs Tallon 2
Date: Jun 25, 2016

#R1#
McGuire walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Finch checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
A clash of legs there as Finch blocks the low kick.
Finch fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt McGuire.
McGuire scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Finch doesn't seem bothered though.
Finch looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
McGuire connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Crunch! McGuire slams his shin into Finch's torso.
An inside leg kick from Finch misses.
Finch misses with a telegraphed body shot
and McGuire counters with a solid body kick.
Finch scores with a jab to the jaw.
Richmond Finch seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Finch pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Finch scores with a jab to the body.
McGuire throws a push kick but Finch slaps the foot to one side.
Finch throws a shot to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McGuire jabs Finch to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Finch lands with a nice body punch.
Finch avoids the head kick by McGuire. #T1#
Finch is looking to land body kicks.
Finch slips a jab from McGuire.
Finch ducks under a wild hook from McGuire.
Richmond Finch is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
McGuire misses with a straight left.
Good exchange - Finch coming out on top.
McGuire blocks the body kick.
McGuire throws a nice looking combination but Finch bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
McGuire lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Finch at a distance.
Finch lands a nice leg kick that just misses McGuire's sensitive parts.
Finch throws a right and a left that McGuire avoids nicely.
McGuire changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Finch scoring well with a low kick there.
McGuire avoids the head kick by Finch.
McGuire connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
McGuire tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Finch on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Finch misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #T2#
McGuire is looking to chop away at Finch's legs.
McGuire throws a series of punches but Finch moves out of range.
McGuire ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Finch moves away.
McGuire scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
McGuire misses with a body kick.
McGuire connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Finch momentarily.
McGuire finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
McGuire connects with a single shot there.
Finch stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from McGuire.
McGuire moves out of range as Finch strikes.
McGuire avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
McGuire is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Finch throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
McGuire throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
McGuire is looking to slow Finch down with leg kicks. #T3#
McGuire gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Finch 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.
McGuire misses with a straight left.
Finch slips a jab and a cross from McGuire.
McGuire misses with a body kick.
McGuire tests Finch's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Finch ducks under a wild hook from McGuire.
McGuire tries to clinch up but Finch circles away and keeps his distance.
McGuire throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Finch.
A counter left hand to the body from Finch misses its target.
McGuire keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McGuire misses with a hook. Finch ducked under it nicely.
Finch throws a wild body kick that McGuire sees coming a mile off.
McGuire is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Finch delivers a nice body kick.
Finch swings for the body but McGuire moves out of range.
McGuire changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Finch misses with a wild body shot.
Finch scores with a push kick.#T4#
McGuire is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McGuire lands a really nice looking cross but Finch seems unphased.
Finch throws an uppercut from half a mile away. McGuire sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A punch lands to the side of Finch 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Some bone on bone action there as Finch checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
McGuire takes one to the chin there.
Finch ducks under a wild hook from McGuire.
McGuire avoids the body shot from Finch.
Finch lands a nice looking body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
McGuire fails with the takedown
and Finch makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Finch throws the kick towards the body but McGuire avoids it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Boyd McGuire will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Finch lands a nice looking body shot.
McGuire misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Finch swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Finch lands a jab to the nose.
McGuire blocks a low kick nicely.
Finch looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Boyd McGuire seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Finch tries to work over McGuire's front leg with a kick but McGuire checks it.
Finch checks a low kick from McGuire.
A lazy left from McGuire finds it's target.
McGuire is looking to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGuire wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Finch looks for the body kick but McGuire saw that one coming.
Finch swings for the body but McGuire moves out of range.
McGuire avoids the body shot from Finch. #T1#
Finch checks the leg kick.
McGuire misses with a kick to the body
and Finch makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
McGuire throws an overhand right that lands on Finch's shoulder, as Finch tries to avoid the shot.
Finch plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
McGuire slips a jab from Finch.
Finch looks to land a right hand but McGuire moved out of range.
Finch takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
A looping hook to the body misses from Finch. McGuire does a little dance to reset his feet.
McGuire throws a jab but it's blocked by Finch.
McGuire throws a sloppy body shot
and Finch counters with a big head kick but McGuire shrugs it off.
McGuire slips under a jab from Finch.
Finch works the jab nicely.
Finch throws a hook but McGuire avoids it easily.
Finch jabs McGuire right on the nose. McGuire blinks but takes it well.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McGuire moves out of range as Finch strikes.#T2#
Finch thumps McGuire with a low kick.
McGuire takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
McGuire takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
McGuire looks to land a body kick but Finch moved away.
McGuire cracks Finch with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
McGuire throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
A head kick misses from McGuire.
McGuire chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Finch misses the shot to the body.
Finch uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McGuire.
Finch motions for McGuire to come forward. Finch throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
McGuire tries to clinch up.
Finch works the jab nicely.
McGuire buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick. #T3#
A thudding body kick lands there by Finch!
McGuire scores with a push kick.
Finch with a nice cross.
McGuire scores with a head kick. Finch tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Finch looks to throw the jab but McGuire is out of range.
A slow jab from McGuire misses its intended target.
Finch throws a chopping leg kick but McGuire manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Finch backing away here, and McGuire unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
McGuire digs a good body shot into Finch's ribs.
McGuire shoots in but Finch avoids the takedown attempt easily.
McGuire throws a leg kick
and Finch counters with a stiff right hand.
Jab from Finch.
Good work by McGuire as he checks the leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Finch misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McGuire.
McGuire drops his hands momentarily and Finch takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #T4#
Finch uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from McGuire.
McGuire takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
McGuire is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Finch connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
McGuire swings widly with a right hand
and Finch counters with a straight right hand.
Finch throws a nice head kick!
Finch fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches McGuire on the side of the head.
McGuire wants to clinch up but Finch keeps it at a distance.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Finch scores with a jab. McGuire acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
McGuire throws a hook but Finch avoids it easily.
Finch is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that McGuire can do to turn this around?
McGuire throws a body punch but Finch moves out of range.
McGuire throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Richmond Finch dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
McGuire misses with a wild body shot.
A quick step to the side and Finch tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Finch takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
McGuire gets cracked there but stands up to it.
McGuire comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Finch's jab looks to have found its range, popping McGuire under the eye.
McGuire takes a shot to the body in his stride.
McGuire scoring well with a low kick there.
Finch lands an overhand right.
McGuire pushes Finch away with a front kick.
McGuire takes one to the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Finch enables McGuire to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Finch manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
McGuire slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Finch trying to control the position. #T1#
Finch has momentary wrist control but McGuire slips an elbow through the middle.
McGuire trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #ES#
Finch uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Finch looks to land a right hand but McGuire moved out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from McGuire. Finch does a little dance to reset his feet.
Finch takes a swing at McGuire's ribcage but misses.
McGuire will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
As McGuire backs away, Finch returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
McGuire has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Finch pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from McGuire. #T2#
Finch swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Finch throws a leg kick but McGuire sees it coming and moves out of range.
McGuire drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Finch defends it well.
Finch pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
McGuire throws a good cross that connects. #CL2#
McGuire has taken the fight to the clinch.
McGuire lands a body punch. #BC#
Finch breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Finch looks to land a body kick but McGuire moved away.
McGuire drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Finch defends it well.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Finch motions for McGuire to come forward. Finch throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
An inside leg kick from Finch misses.
Finch tries to land a body kick
and McGuire counters with a nice uppercut.
Finch drops his hands momentarily and McGuire takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Finch lands with an overhand left.
McGuire has a takedown stuffed.#T3#
McGuire gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Finch.
McGuire is looking to land body kicks.
Finch throws a solid leg kick but McGuire takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Finch.
McGuire takes a swing at Finch's ribcage but misses.
Finch wants to slow McGuire down by chopping away at his legs.
McGuire tries a quick counter leg kick but Finch is wise to it.
McGuire staying out of range there.
Finch pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A left lands for McGuire.
McGuire misses the body punch
letting Finch counter with a right hand.
McGuire misses the jab.
Finch fakes a jab and throws a low kick but McGuire checks it well.
McGuire flicks out a counter leg kick but Finch steps away.
Finch checks a leg kick.#T4#
McGuire throws a low kick but Finch moves out of range easily.
Finch swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Finch throws a half hearted mid kick.
McGuire misses with an uppercut. Finch saw that one coming.
Sloppy strikes from McGuire. Those never looked like landing.
Finch keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Finch throws a big shot that misses.
Finch takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
A looping hook to the body misses from Finch. McGuire does a little dance to reset his feet.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McGuire cracks Finch with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Finch lands with a shot to the body.
Finch takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Finch tries to score with a low kick but McGuire moves his leg out of the way.
Finch gets off balance looking for a body kick#TD2#
and McGuire counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Finch wants to stand back up but McGuire manages to pass into side control.

And that's the end of the fight!
Richmond Finch showed his dominance in that final round.
I have no idea who won that fight. Let's wait and see whether the judges are as confused as me! Time for a split decision perhaps?!. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Glass scores the fight 29:28
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 29:28
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Richmond Finch!
Richmond Finch managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Pearson Specter Litt, into his post fight interview.

Event: EVO 243: Tires vs Hess
Date: May 11, 2016

#R1#
McGuire checks a leg kick.
McGuire lands a nice shot to the body.
Thumbhisbum throws a wild body kick that McGuire sees coming a mile off.
Thumbhisbum loads up on a big right hand but McGuire slips the punch.
McGuire throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Thumbhisbum lands with an overhand left.
McGuire throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McGuire throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Thumbhisbum goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
McGuire takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Thumbhisbum feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits McGuires jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thumbhisbum throws a nice outside leg kick.
Thumbhisbum blocks the body kick.
Thumbhisbum looks to land a left hand but McGuire moved out of range nicely.
The fighters circling - McGuire throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Thumbhisbum misses the shot to the body.
McGuire with the counter takedown but Thumbhisbum avoids it easily.#T1#
McGuire misses with a leg kick
and Thumbhisbum counters with a body kick that stops McGuire in his tracks momentarily.
McGuire lands a leg kick that knocks Thumbhisbum off balance momentarily.
McGuire dodges the punch combination from Thumbhisbum.
Thumbhisbum looks to land a left hand but McGuire moved out of range nicely.
Thumbhisbum throws a hook but McGuire blocks it.
McGuire tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
McGuire darts in looking for a takedown but Thumbhisbum gets double underhooks and turns McGuire into the cage.
Thumbhisbum just misses with a punch to the body.
McGuire tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Thumbhisbum paws at him with a jab and circles away.
McGuire misses with a head kick.
It looked like Thumbhisbum wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
McGuire misses with a body punch
and Thumbhisbum counters with a nice leg kick.
McGuire misses with a kick to the body.
Thumbhisbum appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
A slow jab from Thumbhisbum misses its intended target.
Thumbhisbum has been working on his boxing with his coaches at The Beast in the buildup to the fight.#CL#
Thumbhisbum moves into the clinch.#T2#
Thumbhisbum missing with knees to the body.
Thumbhisbum lands with a left to the head.
McGuire drops down looking for an ankle pick but Thumbhisbum pulls his leg out and moves away.
McGuire takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
This has been an exciting period of action!
McGuire is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Thumbhisbum lands a nice looking body kick.#TD2#
Thumbhisbum gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows McGuire to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Thumbhisbum looking for a sweep. Not yet Thumbhisbum, not yet.
Thumbhisbum is adopting a defensive guard.#T3#
McGuire controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
McGuire trying to control the position from guard on top but Thumbhisbum is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Thumbhisbum holds on and takes a little breather.
McGuire lands a couple of elbows.
Thumbhisbum trying to control the position here. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
McGuire trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Thumbhisbum is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
McGuire is working Thumbhisbum over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
McGuire chips away with some ground and pound.
McGuire trying to control the position from guard on top but Thumbhisbum is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McGuire slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Thumbhisbum is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Benjamin Thumbhisbum dominated that round.
That's time! Thumbhisbum's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
McGuire closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Thumbhisbum takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Thumbhisbum throws out a loose jab but McGuire uses good head movement to avoid it.
McGuire dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Thumbhisbum. That did some damage!
McGuire jabs Thumbhisbum right on the nose. Thumbhisbum blinks but takes it well.
Thumbhisbum slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
McGuire bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
McGuire lands a head shot.
McGuire throws out a leg kick but Thumbhisbum moves out of range and McGuire only half commits.
Thumbhisbum defending well as McGuire loads up on a big left hand.
McGuire is looking to score with low kicks.
McGuire scores with a hook to the body. Thumbhisbum takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Thumbhisbum misses with a head kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McGuire checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.#T1#
McGuire lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by McGuire.
McGuire moves out of range of the strikes.
No joy there for Thumbhisbum, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
And McGuire tries to counter it with a takedown but Thumbhisbum pushes his down on his head and steps out.
McGuire fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Thumbhisbum manages to avoid it.
McGuire throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Thumbhisbum throws a big counter combination but McGuire scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
The fight stays on the outside here - Thumbhisbum looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
McGuire ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
McGuire throws out a loose jab but Thumbhisbum uses good head movement to avoid it.
McGuire tries to bum rush Thumbhisbum with a series of wild strikes but Thumbhisbum uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
McGuire misses with a hook
and Thumbhisbum counters with a nice uppercut.
McGuire thows a left - swing and a miss!
McGuire slips a jab from Thumbhisbum.
Thumbhisbum jabs McGuire to the body, keeping him at a distance.#T2#
McGuire wants to land a leg kick but Thumbhisbum is out of range.
Thumbhisbum went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
McGuire connects with an inside leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Thumbhisbum misses with a wild body shot.
McGuire lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
McGuire keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Thumbhisbum misses the shot to the body.
Thumbhisbum is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
McGuire throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Thumbhisbum takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Thumbhisbum tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
McGuire is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
McGuire slips a straight right by Thumbhisbum.
McGuire follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
McGuire avoids the head kick by Thumbhisbum.
Thumbhisbum misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McGuire. #T3#
Thumbhisbum on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Thumbhisbum bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of McGuire's head.
Thumbhisbum takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Thumbhisbum throws a low kick but McGuire avoids it.
McGuire looks for the body kick but Thumbhisbum saw that one coming.
McGuire avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
McGuire throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McGuire throws a body shot but no joy.
A quick step to the side and Thumbhisbum tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
McGuire fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Thumbhisbum manages to avoid it.
McGuire scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
McGuire misses with a body shot.
Thumbhisbum tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
McGuire stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Thumbhisbum throws a lazy right hand but McGuire sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T4#
Thumbhisbum wants to clinch up but McGuire keeps it at a distance.
McGuire scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
McGuire looks to land a body kick but Thumbhisbum moved away.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Thumbhisbum throws a series of punches but McGuire moves out of range.
Thumbhisbum lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
McGuire lands a leg kick that knocks Thumbhisbum off balance momentarily.
McGuire lands a nice leg kick that just misses Thumbhisbum's sensitive parts.
Thumbhisbum throws a push kick but McGuire slaps the foot to one side.
McGuire defending well as Thumbhisbum loads up on a big left hand.
McGuire scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Thumbhisbum tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Thumbhisbum has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from McGuire.
Thumbhisbum tries to score with a low kick but McGuire moves his leg out of the way.
McGuire changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
McGuire uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Thumbhisbum.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Boyd McGuire showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
McGuire throws a body shot but no joy.
McGuire fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Thumbhisbum manages to avoid it.
Thumbhisbum works over McGuire's head and body with a nice combination.
McGuire moves out of range of the strikes.
McGuire lunges at Thumbhisbum with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Thumbhisbum's hand.
Thumbhisbum throws a jab but it's blocked by McGuire.
McGuire has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Nice defenses there by McGuire.
A lazy body kick from Thumbhisbum
and McGuire counters with an outside leg kick.
McGuire is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Thumbhisbum rather than just go for the knockout.
Thumbhisbum walks into a straight right hand from McGuire.
Thumbhisbum takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Thumbhisbum throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
McGuire takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Thumbhisbum lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. #T1#
McGuire throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Thumbhisbum connects with a crisp jab.
Thumbhisbum misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
McGuire lands an overhand right.
McGuire throws a jab but it's blocked by Thumbhisbum.
Thumbhisbum uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McGuire.
McGuire darts in looking for a takedown but Thumbhisbum gets double underhooks and turns McGuire into the cage.
Thumbhisbum moves out of range of the body kick from McGuire.
Thumbhisbum was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Thumbhisbum throws a head kick that misses
and McGuire cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
McGuire connects with a looping right hand.
Thumbhisbum stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from McGuire.
Thumbhisbum lands a leg kick that knocks McGuire off balance momentarily.
Thumbhisbum throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck McGuire on the side of the head. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Thumbhisbum throws a low kick but McGuire avoids it.
McGuire looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A looping hook to the body misses from McGuire. Thumbhisbum does a little dance to reset his feet.
Thumbhisbum doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Benjamin Thumbhisbum is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Thumbhisbum attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
An inside leg kick from McGuire misses.
Thumbhisbum misses with the combination.
McGuire slips a straight right by Thumbhisbum.
McGuire throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McGuire fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Thumbhisbum.
Thumbhisbum connects with the punch.
Thumbhisbum is looking to slow McGuire down with leg kicks.
McGuire tries to clinch but Thumbhisbum is having none of it.
Thumbhisbum is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.#T3#
McGuire avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #CL2#
McGuire pushes Thumbhisbum up against the cage in a clinch.
Thumbhisbum misses with a hook to the ribs.
McGuire stalls.
McGuire lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Thumbhisbum.
Thumbhisbum misses with a punch on the inside.
McGuire blocks a body shot from Thumbhisbum.
McGuire fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
McGuire lands a right hand that snaps the head of Thumbhisbum backwards.
McGuire fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Thumbhisbum can't find room to land a body shot as McGuire controls the action. #TD2#
McGuire pulls guard.
McGuire controlling the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Thumbhisbum is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
McGuire controlling Thumbhisbum's posture. #T4#
McGuire working a defensive guard but Thumbhisbum manages to pass into side control anyway.
Thumbhisbum controlling the position.
Thumbhisbum's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
McGuire is looking for a sweep.

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

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

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Boyd McGuire!
An out of breath and clearly excited Boyd McGuire thanked Museum of Monsters & Madmen for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).

Event: EVO 241: Connemara vs Camacho
Date: Apr 27, 2016

#R1##CL2#
McGuire forces Spector back against the cage and clinches.
McGuire struggles to land a body shot inside as Spector controls his hands.
Spector throws a punch but it's blocked by McGuire.
Spector swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Spector blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Spector tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
McGuire jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Spector walks away with a smile on his face. McGuire gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
McGuire lands with a shot to the body.
We've been told by Spector's head coaches at Mary Gracies Jiu Jitsu that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
McGuire throws a half hearted mid kick.
Spector is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
McGuire takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
McGuire lands with an uppercut that bounces Spector off the cage and back into range.
Spector throws a combination but it was largely blocked by McGuire.
Spector throws a half hearted mid kick.
McGuire wants to land a leg kick but Spector is out of range.
McGuire avoids a kick to the body.
McGuire feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Spector's calf.
McGuire shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Spector connects with a good right hand that stumbles McGuire. McGuire circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#T1#
McGuire throws a solid leg kick but Spector takes the impact on his shin and smiles at McGuire.
McGuire catches Spector with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#CL2#
McGuire rushes Spector and presses him up against the cage.
McGuire tries for a takedown. No joy.
Marc Spector has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Boyd McGuire.
Spector misses with a short punch on the inside.
Spector pushes McGuire back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Spector misses with a short punch on the inside.
Spector blocks a body shot from McGuire.
McGuire taking a breather.
McGuire can't find room to land a body shot as Spector controls the action.
Spector has a couple of punches blocked by McGuire.
McGuire lands a left hand that snaps the head of Spector backwards.
Spector lands with a right to the head.
A nice left hand lands by Spector.
McGuire misses with a hook to the ribs.
Spector fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
McGuire swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A left hand lands to the body for Spector.
Spector tried to land a shot to the body but connects with McGuire's elbow. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Spector lands a left hand that snaps the head of McGuire backwards.
Spector misses with a hook to the ribs.
McGuire throws a punch but it's blocked by Spector.
McGuire blocks a body shot from Spector.
Spector tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Spector struggles to land a body shot inside as McGuire controls his hands.
Spector swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Spector lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of McGuire backwards.
Spector misses with a punch on the inside.
Spector working aggressively here.
Spector lands an uppercut.
McGuire tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Spector's elbow.
Spector lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A short right from McGuire.
McGuire blocking some punches.
Spector misses with a hook from the clinch.
McGuire misses with a punch on the inside.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Spector works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Spector fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Spector lands with a light punch inside.
A short left from Spector. #T3#
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Spector.
Spector cracks McGuire with a nice body shot.
McGuire goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
McGuire lands with a right to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Spector.
Nice body punch from Spector - that landed with a thud.
Spector lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Spector blocks a body shot from McGuire.
McGuire can't find room to land a body shot as Spector controls the action.
Spector tried to land a shot to the body but connects with McGuire's elbow.
Spector working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
McGuire taking a breather. #TD2#
McGuire pulls guard effortlessly.
McGuire 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#
McGuire looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Spector passes into side control. #SU#
Spector decides to stand back up. #T4#
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from McGuire 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 Spector has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Spector and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
McGuire has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Spector.
McGuire pulls out of a head kick attempt.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nice cross by Spector.
McGuire stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Spector.
Spector displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as McGuire throws out the jab. #CL2#
Spector gets tackled into the cage by McGuire. McGuire maintains the clinch.
Spector misses with a hook to the ribs.
Spector blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
McGuire blocks a body shot from Spector.
McGuire tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
McGuire can't find room to land a body shot as Spector controls the action.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
McGuire misses with a hook to the ribs.
Spector blocking some punches.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Marc Spector 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#
A looping hook to the body misses from McGuire. Spector does a little dance to reset his feet.
McGuire tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Spector was well out of range. Poor timing from McGuire.
McGuire takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
McGuire takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
McGuire with a body punch. A glancing blow.
McGuire scores with a shot to the body.
McGuire connects with a leg kick. Spector looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Spector looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Spector scores with a jab.
McGuire takes a swing at Spector's ribcage but misses.
McGuire checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Spector misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McGuire.
Spector takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
McGuire is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Spector rather than just go for the knockout.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Spector keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T1#
McGuire darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
McGuire walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Spector checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
McGuire looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
McGuire misses with an uppercut.
Spector lands with a good body shot.
Spector misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McGuire.
McGuire jabbing away but nothing is landing.
McGuire changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Spector moves out of range of the body kick.
McGuire tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Spector was well out of range. Poor timing from McGuire.
A counter left hand to the body from Spector misses its target.
McGuire lands a jab to Spector's midsection.
McGuire lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
McGuire takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McGuire tries to land a front kick but Spector steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Good leg kick by Spector there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Spector throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Spector tries a low kick but McGuire avoids it.
McGuire checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Spector getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
McGuire finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
McGuire scores with a shot to the body.
Spector takes a swing at McGuire's ribcage but misses.
McGuire blocks the body kick.
McGuire ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Spector moves away.
Spector dodges the punch combination from McGuire. #T3#
McGuire with a body punch. A glancing blow.
McGuire avoids the body shot from Spector.
McGuire throws a body punch but Spector moves out of range.
Spector fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Spector avoids the head kick by McGuire.
McGuire lands a jab.
McGuire tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Spector is able to avoid easily.
McGuire on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Spector. Spector obviously looking to wear him down.
Spector throws a big shot that misses.
Crunch! Spector slams his shin into McGuire's torso.
McGuire throws out a leg kick but Spector moves out of range and McGuire only half commits.
An inside leg kick lands from Spector. #T4#
McGuire slips under a jab.
Spector attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
McGuire lands a jab to Spector's midsection.
McGuire scores with a leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Spector takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
McGuire takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
A swing and a miss from McGuire.
Spector misses with a body shot.
McGuire bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Spector tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nice shot by Spector.
Spector fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McGuire manages to avoid it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Boyd McGuire will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Good leg kick by Spector there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
McGuire defending well as Spector loads up on a big left hand.
Spector throws a half hearted mid kick.
McGuire lands with a nice body punch.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Spector, right into the meat.
McGuire cracks Spector with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
McGuire throws the left hand but Spector avoids the punch easily.
Decent striking displayed by McGuire there.
McGuire throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGuire throws a leg kick
and Spector counters with a slapping leg kick.
McGuire lands a two punch combo.
McGuire swings and misses with a hook to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Spector scores with a sloppy right hand. McGuire should have avoided that one. #T1#
McGuire swings widly with a right hand
and Spector counters with a good low kick that McGuire was not able to check.
McGuire digs a good hook to Spector's body. #CL2#
McGuire gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Spector misses with some punches.
Spector misses with a hook from the clinch.
McGuire tries to throw a body punch but Spector avoids it by throwing McGuire back against the cage.
McGuire misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Spector tries a body shot but McGuire blocks it.
McGuire tries to work over Spector's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Marc Spector has scored more points in the clinch so far.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for McGuire.
Spector scores with a nice hook to the head.
McGuire's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
A short body shot lands from Spector as the two fighters clinch.
McGuire has a couple of punches blocked by Spector.
Spector tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC2#
McGuire manages to break the clinch.
Spector lands a slapping body shot.
McGuire throws a body punch but Spector moves out of range. #T2#
McGuire showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Spector.
McGuire throws a push kick but Spector slaps the foot to one side.
Spector throws a leg kick which misses McGuire's front leg but catches the back leg as McGuire tries to avoid it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
McGuire lands with a nice combination. Spector backs away looking to recover.
Good leg kick by McGuire there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
McGuire misses with a two punch combination.
Spector bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Both fighters circling a little - Spector finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
McGuire misses with a wild body shot.
McGuire takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Spector cracks the inside of McGuire's front leg.
McGuire misses with a body shot
and Spector counters with an outside leg kick. #T3#
Spector pulls out of a head kick attempt.
McGuire misses with a jab, cross combination.
Spector looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Spector misses with a leg kick.
McGuire fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Spector is out of range.
Spector moves out of range as McGuire strikes.
McGuire jabs Spector to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Spector scores with a jab. McGuire acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Boyd McGuire seems to be getting the better of the standup.
McGuire throws a low kick but it's checked well by Spector.#CL2#
McGuire moves into range and clinches up with Spector.
Spector swings away with an uppercut that misses.
McGuire blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Spector lands with a short shot to the head.
Spector tried to land a shot to the body but connects with McGuire's elbow. #T4#
McGuire tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Spector's elbow.
Spector is working McGuire over against the cage.
Spector misses with the head strike.
Spector lands an uppercut.
Spector misses with a hook to the ribs.
McGuire lands with a short head shot on the inside.
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!
Spector working aggressively here.
Spector working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Spector gets through McGuire's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Spector tries to throw a body punch but McGuire avoids it by throwing Spector back against the cage.
Spector lands a hook to the side of the head.
Spector fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
McGuire breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Spector.
Spector avoids a punch combination nicely.
McGuire throws a low kick but Spector moves out of range easily.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Marc Spector.
I think Spector 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 Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 29:28
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 29:29
Judge James Glass scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Marc Spector!
A relieved looking Marc Spector 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: EVO 239: Seia vs Deck
Date: Apr 17, 2016

#R1#
McGuire takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
McGuire ducks right into an uppercut from Aoki.
McGuire has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#TD#
McGuire dives in and scores a takedown into Aoki's guard.
McGuire postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
McGuire trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Aoki keeping moving, preventing McGuire from controlling successfully.
Aoki is trying to control the position but McGuire postures up.
McGuire pushes down on Aoki's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Aoki tries to get to full guard but McGuire has control of the leg.
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. McGuire connects with a nice short shot to Aoki's temple.
Aoki wants to get back to full guard.
Aoki wants to control but McGuire is keeping busy.
McGuire is pressing down on Aoki's thigh, looking to free his foot. Aoki is holding on for now. #T1#
Aoki is looking to control McGuire's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Aoki avoid being mounted?
McGuire is trying to control. Aoki wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
McGuire is looking for a kimura here.
Aoki is refusing to be controlled, as McGuire sits in half guard.
Aoki wants to control the action here but instead McGuire manages to pass to full mount!
Aoki is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Aoki really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
McGuire connects with a couple of good shots from mount. #T2#
McGuire landing shots from mount.
Aoki tries to lock up and control but McGuire gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
McGuire controlling from mount.
McGuire with a couple of short strikes.
Aoki is looking to improve his position but McGuire isn't that keen on the idea.
McGuire dominating with strikes here.
McGuire raining down hammerfists from mount.#CUT#
It looks like Chan Sung Aoki has been cut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
McGuire landing strikes, looking to finish!
Aoki wants to hold on but McGuire pushes him away.
Aoki is desperately trying to improve his position but McGuire has a good base and remains in mount.
Aoki tries to lock up and control but McGuire gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Aoki is in all sorts of trouble here.
McGuire with good strikes from the mount here!#CUT#
That has opened up Chan Sung Aoki's cut even more.#T3#
Aoki takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.#ROC#
Aoki is rocked!
Aoki is wriggling around trying to escape.
McGuire has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Aoki's face.
Aoki is still in real trouble! Can McGuire finish him?
McGuire lands a nice shot to the head. #CUT#
The cut above Chan Sung Aoki's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
McGuire lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Aoki hang on?#CUT#
Chan Sung Aoki's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.

The referee calls the doctor in to look at Chan Sung Aoki's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Boyd McGuire!
Boyd McGuire really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Museum of Monsters & Madmen logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

Event: EVO 236: Seia vs Kakoullis
Date: Mar 31, 2016

#R1#
Hardwood tries to clinch up but McGuire circles away and keeps his distance.
McGuire thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Hardwood if he has to take too many more of those.
Hardwood tries to clinch but McGuire is having none of it.
Hardwood moves in looking to clinch but McGuire pushes him off.
McGuire throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Hardwood.
Hardwood is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
McGuire tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
A solid leg kick lands there for McGuire.
The fight stays on the outside here - Hardwood looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGuire throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #CL#
Hardwood forces McGuire back against the cage and clinches.
A head punch on the inside from Hardwood fails to land.
Hardwood lands a hook to the side of the head.
Hardwood scores with an uppercut up the middle.#BC2#
McGuire breaks from the clinch. #T1#
Hardwood darts in trying to clinch
and McGuire counters with a right hand to the body.
Hardwood fails in his attempt to clinch.
McGuire throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Willy Hardwood is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
McGuire looks to score with a jab to the body but Hardwood is just out of range.
McGuire tries to work over Hardwood's front leg with a kick but Hardwood checks it.
McGuire looks to score with a jab to the body but Hardwood is just out of range.
Hardwood tries to clinch up but McGuire circles away and keeps his distance.
Hardwood is looking to clinch.
A good leg kick by McGuire.
McGuire throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
McGuire throws a front kick aimed at Hardwood's knee but Hardwood avoids it well.
Hardwood tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but McGuire paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Hardwood defending well as McGuire loads up on a big left hand. #CL#
Hardwood has taken the fight to the clinch. #T2#
McGuire working some nice short punches in the clinch.#BC2#
McGuire breaks from the clinch. #CL#
Hardwood gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
A right hook to the body lands for McGuire.
McGuire blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#BC2#
McGuire escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Willy Hardwood seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hardwood wants to clinch but McGuire slips to the side#TD2#
so McGuire counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Hardwood utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McGuire postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Hardwood is controlling McGuire's posture.
McGuire loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
McGuire has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
McGuire throwing strikes from guard but Hardwood blocks nicely.
Hardwood preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T3#
McGuire postures up in Hardwood's guard and throws a big left but Hardwood blocks it.
Hardwood utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Hardwood keeping moving, preventing McGuire from controlling successfully.
Hardwood wants to sweep but no luck.
McGuire throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Hardwood works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
McGuire tries to free his leg and advance position but Hardwood is retaining full guard.
Hardwood not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Hardwood tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Hardwood fails in his attempt to clinch.
Hardwood on the wrong end of a nice hook.#T4#
Hardwood closes the distance looking to clinch
and McGuire counters with a left to the body.
Hardwood tries to clinch
and McGuire counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Hardwood is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
McGuire misses with a head kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Hardwood misses the target.
McGuire throws a nice outside leg kick.
Hardwood tries to clinch up but McGuire circles away and keeps his distance.
McGuire thumps Hardwood with a low kick.
McGuire keeps the fight on the outside.
McGuire is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Hardwood with a body shot.
Hardwood checks a low kick from McGuire.
Hardwood on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by McGuire. McGuire obviously looking to wear him down.
McGuire swats away the attempt to clinch by Hardwood.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Boyd McGuire dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
McGuire misses with an attempted mid kick.
Nice shot by Hardwood.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from McGuire, right into the meat.
Hardwood is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
McGuire misses with an uppercut. Hardwood saw that one coming.
Hardwood moves in looking to clinch but McGuire pushes him off.
Hardwood misses with a straight right.
Hardwood tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
McGuire lands with a nice body punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Hardwood clinches up with McGuire and pushes him back against the cage.
Hardwood misses with a punch on the inside.
McGuire lands with a right to the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by McGuire. #BC2#
McGuire escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
McGuire throws a head kick but Hardwood moves out of range. #T1#
Hardwood tries to clinch but McGuire moves away #TD2#
and McGuire counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
McGuire missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
McGuire sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Hardwood defending well though.
McGuire trying to control from half guard but Hardwood is working away.
Hardwood wants to control but McGuire is keeping busy.
Hardwood wants to get back to full guard.
Hardwood moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Hardwood seems keen to control McGuire's posture.
McGuire wants to control from the top but Hardwood keeps moving. #T2#
McGuire working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
McGuire postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
McGuire looking to pass the guard.
McGuire engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
McGuire being controlled here momentarily. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T3#
McGuire 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.
Hardwood tries to close the distance and clinch but McGuire swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
McGuire circles away from the clinch attempt.
McGuire circles away from the clinch attempt.
McGuire avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
McGuire tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Hardwood is able to avoid easily.
Hardwood steps to the side to avoid the strikes from McGuire.
Hardwood looks to clinch
and McGuire counters with a straight right hand.
McGuire feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Hardwood's calf.
Hardwood doesn't manage to clinch there - McGuire circles away. #CL#
Hardwood forces McGuire back against the cage and clinches.#T4#
Hardwood misses with the head strike.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Hardwood. #BC2#
McGuire breaks from the clinch. #CL#
Hardwood closes the distance and clinches.
Hardwood blocking some punches. #BC2#
McGuire breaks from the clinch.
McGuire misses with a body kick.
A swing and a miss from McGuire.
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!
Hardwood takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Hardwood fails with an attempt to clinch.
McGuire raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
McGuire keeps the fight on the outside.
McGuire misses the shot to the body.
The fight stays on the outside here - Hardwood looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
McGuire takes a swing at Hardwood's ribcage but misses.
Hardwood swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Boyd McGuire seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A head kick misses from McGuire.
Hardwood is looking for a counter combo.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Boyd McGuire showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R3#
Hardwood tries to clinch up.
McGuire keeps the fight on the outside.
McGuire fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hardwood manages to avoid it.
Hardwood moves in looking to clinch but McGuire pushes him off.
McGuire swats away the attempt to clinch by Hardwood.
McGuire changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
McGuire ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hardwood moves away.
Hardwood closes the distance but McGuire moves to the side
enabling McGuire to counter with a crisp jab.
McGuire circles away from the clinch attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hardwood wants to clinch.
Hardwood tries to clinch there but McGuire circles away. #CL#
Hardwood closes the distance and pushes McGuire back into the cage.#T1#
Hardwood lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
McGuire lands a shoulder strike.
McGuire doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
McGuire misses with a short punch on the inside.
McGuire blocking some punches.
McGuire lands a left hand that snaps the head of Hardwood backwards.
McGuire lands with a short shot to the head.
Hardwood tries a body shot but McGuire blocks it.
McGuire throws a head punch that misses.
A short uppercut from Hardwood. #BC2#
McGuire breaks the clinch.
Hardwood tries to clinch up.
McGuire circles away from the clinch attempt.
McGuire has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Hardwood tries to clinch up but McGuire circles away and keeps his distance.
As Hardwood backs off McGuire throws a huge counter combo but Hardwood manages to avoid it all.
McGuire jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
McGuire throws a lazy uppercut
and Hardwood counters with a stiff right hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McGuire closes this distance looking for a takedown but Hardwood circles away.#T2#
Hardwood tries to clinch there but McGuire circles away. #CL#
Hardwood moves into the clinch.
McGuire throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Hardwoods head.
Hardwood working aggressively here.
McGuire scores with a hook to the body.#BC2#
McGuire manages to break the clinch.
McGuire misses with a wild combination.
Hardwood is looking to clinch but McGuire is avoiding it.
Hardwood tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but McGuire paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Hardwood on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Hardwood tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. McGuire manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Hardwood clinches up with McGuire and pushes him back against the cage.
Hardwood prevents a body shot from McGuire.
Hardwood lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of McGuire backwards. #T3#
A short left from McGuire.
Hardwood working aggressively here.
Willy Hardwood has scored more points in the clinch so far.
McGuire is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Hardwood is defending well for now.#BC2#
McGuire escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
McGuire tries to score a power double leg takedown but Hardwood sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten McGuire somewhat.
Hardwood tries to clinch up but McGuire circles away and keeps his distance.
Hardwood fails with an attempt to clinch.
Hardwood fails in his attempt to clinch.
McGuire misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
McGuire pivots, looking for a leg kick but Hardwood is out of range and McGuire settles back down.
McGuire throws a chopping leg kick but Hardwood manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
A little feinted left hand from Hardwood on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
McGuire throws a leg kick but Hardwood moved away.
The fight stays on the outside here - Hardwood looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T4#
McGuire misses with a body shot.
Hardwood appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Hardwood tries to close the distance and clinch up but McGuire swats him away and circles back towards the center.
The fight stays on the outside here - Hardwood looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#CL#
Hardwood moves into the clinch.
Hardwood scores with a shot to the side of McGuire's head.
McGuire tries to work over Hardwood's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC2#
McGuire pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A big left from McGuire misses.
McGuire lands with a thumping leg kick.
Hardwood getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
McGuire circles away from the clinch attempt.
Hardwood tries to close the distance and clinch up but McGuire swats him away and circles back towards the center.
A nice side step and McGuire releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Boyd McGuire really dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R4#
McGuire throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Hardwood.
An attempted straight right counter from Hardwood misses the target.
McGuire lands with a good body shot.
Hardwood fails with an attempt to clinch.
McGuire fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
McGuire circles away from the clinch attempt.
McGuire throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Hardwood.
Hardwood tries to clinch up but McGuire circles away and keeps his distance.#CL#
McGuire tries to keep at a distance but Hardwood has taken the fight into the clinch.
McGuire wants to break the clinch but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head punch on the inside from Hardwood fails to land.
McGuire pushes Hardwood back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#TD2#
McGuire has hold of one of Hardwood's legs. Hardwood is fighting the takedown attempt but McGuire gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Hardwood is pulling down on McGuire's head. It's preventing any offense from McGuire, at least for the moment.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hardwood lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##T1#
McGuire keeping moving, preventing Hardwood from controlling successfully.
McGuire is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
McGuire is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Hardwood is aware though and is defending well.
McGuire keeping moving, preventing Hardwood from controlling successfully.
McGuire looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
McGuire is still trying to improve position.
McGuire trying to control the position.
McGuire looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hardwood is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Hardwood wants to control from the top but McGuire keeps moving.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
McGuire throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Hardwood not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T3##CL#
Hardwood closes the distance and pushes McGuire back into the cage.
McGuire fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
McGuire's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
McGuire presses Hardwood against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Nice body punch from McGuire.
Hardwood is looking to control McGuire's arms but McGuire gets an underhook and turns him. Now Hardwood has his back to the cage.
Hardwood is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
McGuire is working Hardwood over against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hardwood.
Hardwood tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC2#
McGuire breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T4#
Hardwood tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. McGuire manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Hardwood has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from McGuire finds it's way round the side to connect with Hardwood's head.
Hardwood tries to close the distance and clinch but McGuire swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Hardwood tries to clinch but McGuire moves out of range.
Hardwood slips under a jab.
Hardwood doesn't manage to clinch there - McGuire circles away.
McGuire just misses with a punch to the body.
McGuire jabs Hardwood to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Hardwood moves in looking to clinch but McGuire pushes him off.
McGuire digs a good body shot into Hardwood's ribs.
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!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McGuire misses with a straight right.
A little feinted left hand from Hardwood on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
McGuire tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Hardwood is able to avoid easily.
Hardwood tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #CL#
Hardwood takes the fight into the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Boyd McGuire dominated that fourth round.
That's time! Hardwood's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R5#
McGuire swats away the attempt to clinch by Hardwood.
McGuire avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
McGuire takes a swing at Hardwood's ribcage but misses.
The fight stays on the outside here - Hardwood looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Hardwood tries to close the distance and clinch up but McGuire swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Hardwood tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. McGuire manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
McGuire swats away the attempt to clinch by Hardwood.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hardwood tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Good exchange - McGuire coming out on top.
McGuire misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hardwood.
Hardwood is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T1#
Hardwood tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Hardwood is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
McGuire throws a wild body kick that Hardwood sees coming a mile off.
Hardwood tries to close the distance and clinch up but McGuire swats him away and circles back towards the center.
McGuire is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Hardwood rather than just go for the knockout.
McGuire works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Hardwood staying out of range there.
The fight stays on the outside here - Hardwood looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Hardwood fails in his attempt to clinch.
Hardwood wants to clinch up but McGuire keeps it at a distance.
McGuire drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Hardwood defends it well.
Hardwood moves in looking to clinch but McGuire pushes him off.
McGuire avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #T2#
McGuire thows a left - swing and a miss!
McGuire ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hardwood moves away.
Hardwood fails in his attempt to clinch.
Hardwood lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
McGuire loads up on a big right hand but Hardwood slips the punch.
Willy Hardwood has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
McGuire waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Hardwood.
McGuire misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Hardwood is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Hardwood displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as McGuire throws out the jab.
Hardwood fails with an attempt to clinch.
McGuire thinks about the counter body kick.
McGuire is looking to chop away at Hardwood's legs.
Hardwood wants to clinch but McGuire slips to the side
enabling McGuire to counter with a crisp jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hardwood tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. McGuire manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
McGuire misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
It looked like Hardwood was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
McGuire is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Hardwood. #T3#
McGuire scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Hardwood doesn't manage to clinch there - McGuire circles away.
Hardwood doesn't manage to clinch there - McGuire circles away.
McGuire shoots in looking for a takedown. Hardwood tries to sprawl out of it but McGuire keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Hardwood manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Boyd McGuire is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
McGuire changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Hardwood doesn't manage to clinch there - McGuire circles away.
McGuire misses the jab.
McGuire moves away from the strike by Hardwood.
A bone on bone clash there as McGuire blocks the leg kick. #T4##CL#
Hardwood has taken the fight to the clinch.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, McGuire just misses with a elbow thrown towards Hardwood's brow.
McGuire is looking to take this one to the mat.
Hardwood misses with the head strike.
McGuire tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Hardwood managing to block the knees to the body from McGuire.
McGuire has a couple of punches blocked by Hardwood.
Hardwood misses with a hook from the clinch.
McGuire is looking for a takedown.
Willy Hardwood has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Boyd McGuire.
Hardwood lands a right hand that snaps the head of McGuire backwards.
A short right from McGuire. #BC2#
McGuire breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hardwood darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Hardwood 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.
Hardwood tries to clinch up but McGuire circles away and keeps his distance.
McGuire thinks about the counter body kick.
Hardwood is looking to clinch.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 45:50
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 45:50
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 45:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Boyd McGuire!
Boyd McGuire really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Museum of Monsters & Madmen logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

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