Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: EFC Sionis vs Vale
Date: Feb 23, 2019

#R1#
Hoffman tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Meyer swivels and escapes.
Meyer throws out a counter right but Hoffman avoids it with no problem.
Hoffman looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Meyer stuffs the takedown attempt from Hoffman . Hoffman gets slowly back to his feet.
A punch lands to the side of Hoffman 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Meyer looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Meyer wants to clinch up but Hoffman keeps it at a distance.
Hoffman changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Meyer misses with a body shot.
Hoffman displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Meyer throws out the jab.
Meyer lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Hoffman circles away quickly and effectively.
Hoffman shoots for a double leg takedown but Meyer sprawls well. He's pushed Hoffman 's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Albert Hoffman . That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Meyer connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Hoffman 's hands.
A punch lands to the side of Hoffman 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Meyer lands a two punch combo.
Hoffman throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Meyer's waist but Meyer gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Hoffman off to one side.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Meyer throws a head kick but Hoffman moves out of range. #T1#
Meyer throws a front kick aimed at Hoffman 's knee but Hoffman avoids it well.
Meyer goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Hoffman shoots in for a takedown but Meyer shows good takedown defense.
Meyer flicks out a counter leg kick but Hoffman steps away.
Meyer lands a right hook to the body.
A low kick from Meyer is predictable there #TD#
and Hoffman counters with a takedown into side control. #SUB#
Hoffman goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Meyer has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Hoffman but great work by Meyer.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SU2#
Meyer stands up and we're back to a striking position.
Hoffman is trying hard to land a takedown here. Meyer sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Meyer lands a slapping body shot.
Nice defenses there by Hoffman .
Hoffman attempts a counter takedown but Meyer avoids it well and moves away.#CL2#
Meyer moves into the clinch successfully.
Hoffman tries to pull guard but Meyer won't allow it. #BC2#
Meyer breaks from the clinch.
Hoffman shoots in for a takedown but Meyer shows good takedown defense.
Meyer looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
We've been informed that Meyer has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Meyer throws a body punch but Hoffman moves out of range.
Hoffman half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#T2#
Hoffman takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Hoffman attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Hoffman moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#CL2#
Meyer has closed the distance and engaged Hoffman in a clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Meyer fails to land.
Meyer tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Meyer.
Meyer tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Meyer has a couple of punches blocked by Hoffman .
Hoffman wants to take the fight to the mat but Meyer manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Meyer lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Meyer has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.#TD#
Hoffman is trying to trip Meyer. He has hold of a leg but Meyer is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Hoffman persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hoffman cracks Meyer with a solid left hand.
Hoffman stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Meyer swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hoffman throws a strike but Meyer rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##SUB#
Meyer avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Hoffman might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T3##SU2#
Meyer decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Hoffman , up you get!
Meyer is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Meyer stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Ulrik Meyer is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL2#
Meyer closes the distance and pushes Hoffman back into the cage.
Hoffman blocks a punch to the side of the head. #BC2#
Meyer manages to break the clinch.
Hoffman keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Meyer looks to throw the jab but Hoffman is out of range.
Meyer throws a right hand that misses
and Hoffman counters with a two punch combo.
Nice uppercut lands for Meyer. That snapped Hoffman 's head back.
Hoffman takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Meyer throws a hook to the side of Hoffman 's head but Hoffman sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Hoffman drops down looking for a counter takedown but Meyer sprawls and moves away.
Meyer throws a right hand that misses #TD#
and Hoffman counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hoffman uses his free foot to push down on Meyer's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Meyer. #T4#
Hoffman throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Meyer because Hoffman loaded up on that one.
Hoffman is landing with some decent strikes but Meyer is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Hoffman throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Meyer because Hoffman loaded up on that one. #SUB#
Hoffman is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Meyer has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Meyer! #SU2#
Meyer stands and steps away. Hoffman gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Hoffman shoots in for a takedown but Meyer shows good takedown defense.
Meyer connects with a right hand. Hoffman shakes it off.
Hoffman takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Hoffman takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Meyer thuds his right hand into Hoffman 's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Meyer pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #TD#
Hoffman shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Hoffman was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ulrik Meyer dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Hoffman gets cracked there but stands up to it.
A telegraphed right hand from Meyer misses the target.
Ulrik Meyer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Meyer throws the kick towards the body but Hoffman avoids it.
Hoffman tries to counter with a takedown but Meyer is quick to defend against it.#CL2#
Meyer clinches with his opponent.
Meyer is pressed up against the cage. Hoffman has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Meyer down to the mat. Meyer avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Meyer getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
A jab from Meyer does it's job there.
Meyer smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Meyer avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Ulrik Meyer seems to be getting the better of the standup.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Hoffman is defended easily by Meyer.
Meyer throws out a counter right but Hoffman avoids it with no problem.#CL#
Hoffman forces Meyer back against the cage and clinches.#T1#
Meyer scores with a hook to the body.
Meyer lands a right hand that snaps the head of Hoffman backwards.
Meyer lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Hoffman backwards.
Hoffman is trying to pull guard but Meyer turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Albert Hoffman . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hoffman tries to pull guard but Meyer holds him up against the cage and eventually Hoffman drops back down to his feet. #BC2#
Meyer pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Meyer has managed to clinch.
Meyer stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Hoffman wants a takedown.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Hoffman is looking to take this one to the mat.
Ulrik Meyer seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Meyer scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Hoffman takes a shot to the head.
Hoffman tries to score a body lock takedown but Meyer shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Meyer lands a left hand that snaps the head of Hoffman backwards. #BC2#
Meyer breaks the clinch.
Meyer throws a one two combo.
Meyer has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Meyer paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#T2#
Meyer lands a jab.
Meyer works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#ROC2#
Hoffman is rocked!
Good standup being displayed there by Meyer as he connects with a hook.
Oh Hoffman is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Meyer scores with a decent looking hook.
Meyer takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#CL2#
Meyer clinches up against the cage.
Hoffman wants to take the fight to the mat but Meyer manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Hoffman blocking some punches.
Hoffman seems to have got his legs back now.#TD#
Hoffman gets control of Meyer's arms and successfully pulls guard. Hoffman will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Hoffman has a closed guard, preventing Meyer from standing up. #SUB#
Hoffman working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Meyer doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Meyer manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Meyer wanted to stand there but Hoffman had control of the position. #T3##SU2#
Meyer stands up and waves to Hoffman to follow him.
Meyer takes a swing at Hoffman 's ribcage but misses.
Meyer misses with a looping right.
No joy there for Meyer, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Hoffman feinted with a counter takedown.
Meyer swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Hoffman .
Meyer throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Nice sprawl there from Meyer as Hoffman shoots in.
Meyer cracks Hoffman with a good jab.
Meyer throws a push kick but Hoffman slaps the foot to one side. #CL2#
Meyer clinches.
A right handed body shot lands from Meyer.
A nice right hand lands inside from Meyer.
Meyer swings wildly with an uppercut but Hoffman uses good head movement to avoid it.
Meyer misses with a hook from the clinch. #T4##BC2#
Meyer breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Meyer throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Meyer lands a two punch combo.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Meyer connects with a single shot there.
Meyer lands an overhand right.
Hoffman looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.#CL2#
Meyer clinches with his opponent.
Meyer misses with some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Hoffman .
Meyer lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Hoffman tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Meyer just stands there and leans against the cage.
Meyer lands a hook to the side of the head.
Hoffman changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Meyer fights it off and pushes away nicely. #CL2#
Meyer has managed to clinch.
Hoffman has Meyer pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Meyer manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ulrik Meyer showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Meyer throws a shot from downtown. Hoffman moves away and avoids it.
Hoffman half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Meyer listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#CL2#
Meyer has managed to clinch. #TD#
Hoffman jumps guard and drags Meyer to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #SU2#
Meyer stands up and waves to Hoffman to follow him.
Nice takedown defense from Meyer. No joy for Hoffman on that attempt.
It seemed like Meyer was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Meyer tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Hoffman shoots in but no luck this time.
Meyer looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Hoffman steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Meyer.
A clash of legs there as Hoffman blocks the low kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hoffman uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Meyer.
Meyer throws a lazy right hand but Hoffman sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Meyer lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Hoffman circles away quickly and effectively.
Meyer changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Hoffman throws a leg kick but Meyer checks it. #T1#
Hoffman misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Hoffman attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Hoffman goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Meyer cracks Hoffman with a good jab.
Meyer lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Meyer throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Meyer lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Hoffman backs up against the cage.
Meyer with a nice cross.
Meyer ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Hoffman shoots in and drives through. Meyer sprawls well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Albert Hoffman . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Meyer misses with a head kick.
Meyer misses with a double jab #TD#
and Hoffman counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB#
Hoffman is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Meyer defends it well. #T2#
Hoffman trying to mount his opponent but Meyer defends it.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#SUB#
Hoffman is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Meyer doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Hoffman .
Meyer is looking to escape.#ES2#
Meyer makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Meyer lands with a thumping leg kick.
Hoffman gets cracked there but stands up to it. #T3#
Meyer slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Hoffman is defended easily by Meyer.
Meyer looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Hoffman looks for a takedown but Meyer sprawls well.
Meyer fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Hoffman walks into a straight right hand from Meyer.
Hoffman is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Hoffman takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Hoffman keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Meyer.
Meyer lands a really nice looking cross but Hoffman seems unphased. #T4#
Hoffman gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Meyer.#CL2#
Meyer closes the distance and clinches.
A left hand lands to the body for Meyer.
A short right from Meyer.
Ulrik Meyer is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hoffman tries to score a body lock takedown but Meyer shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Still in the clinch, Meyer scores with a nice short uppercut.
Meyer lands a hook to the side of the head.
Meyer lands with a light punch inside.
Hoffman can't get the takedown.
Meyer lands a nice uppercut.
Meyer lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Albert Hoffman has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Meyer lands a hook that snaps the head of Hoffman backwards.
Hoffman goes for a takedown attempt but Meyer pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance. #CL2#
Meyer clinches.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 26:30
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 26:30
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 26:30

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

Event: GAMMA#753 DeNeville v Okah 2
Date: Jan 19, 2019

#R1##TD2#
Hoffman shoots in and bounces Doom off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Doom wants to stand but Hoffman is controlling the position.
Hoffman throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Doom works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Doom wants to get back to his feet but Hoffman is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Doom working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Hoffman .
Doom is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Hoffman is controlling him. #ES#
Doom pushes Hoffman off and gets back to his feet.
Doom fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A lazy body kick from Doom #TD2#
and Hoffman counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Hoffman .
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Doom is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Hoffman is controlling him.
Hoffman stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Doom swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T1#
Doom wants to get back to his feet but Hoffman is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#ES#
Doom wriggles free and stands up.
Hoffman fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#TD2#
Doom gets caught napping as Hoffman dives in and scores a takedown. Doom manages to retain guard.#T2#
Doom is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Hoffman lands a couple of elbows.
Doom is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Hoffman pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Doom is keeping the position for now.
Doom wants to get back to his feet but Hoffman is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #ES#
Doom uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Doom loads up on a big right hand but Hoffman slips the punch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hoffman shoots in but no luck this time.
Doom misses with a leg kick #TD2#
and Hoffman counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Hoffman stops Doom from getting back to his feet. #SUB2#
Hoffman is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Doom is trying to stand. #T3#
Doom trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.#ES#
Doom kicks off Hoffman and gets to his feet.
Hoffman looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Doom is fending him off so far but Hoffman persists. Nope, Doom circles away and we're back to standing.
Project Doom has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Albert Hoffman .
Doom throws a push kick but Hoffman slaps the foot to one side.
Hoffman displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Doom throws out the jab.
Doom throws out a loose jab but Hoffman uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hoffman drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Doom defends it well.
Doom fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hoffman manages to avoid it.
Doom misses with a looping right.
Doom moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Hoffman fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Doom checks it well. #T4#
Hoffman checks a leg kick nicely.
Hoffman walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Doom jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD2#
Hoffman throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Doom tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Hoffman is in Doom's guard.#ES#
Doom scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Doom throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Doom cracks the inside of Hoffman 's front leg.
Doom misses with a straight left.
Doom throws the left hand but Hoffman avoids the punch easily.
Hoffman is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Project Doom dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2##CL2#
Doom gets tackled into the cage by Hoffman . Hoffman maintains the clinch.
Hoffman on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body. #TD2#
Hoffman jumps guard and drags Doom to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Doom wants to stand but Hoffman is controlling his posture from full guard.
Doom really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Hoffman throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back. #SU#
Doom decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Hoffman , up you get!
Hoffman fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Doom throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#TD2#
and Hoffman decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Doom's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Hoffman drops back looking for a leg! Doom is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Doom manages to kick Hoffman off! Hoffman jumps back into Doom's guard.
Hoffman has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Doom wants to get back to his feet but Hoffman is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #T1##ES#
Doom pushes Hoffman off and scrambles back to his feet.
Nice sprawl there from Doom as Hoffman shoots in.
Hoffman shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Doom stuffs the takedown attempt from Hoffman . Hoffman gets slowly back to his feet.
Project Doom has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Albert Hoffman .#TD2#
Doom gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#ES#
Doom has his feet on Hoffman 's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Hoffman fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hoffman fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Doom checks it well.
Hoffman tries for a takedown but Doom sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Doom connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Hoffman moves away from the strike by Doom.
Doom sets himself, and Hoffman steps forward looking for the clinch! Doom avoids it this time.
Hoffman tries for a takedown but Doom sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
A low kick from Doom misses #TD2#
and Hoffman counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Hoffman trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hoffman keeps trying to improve his position.
Doom wants to stand up but Hoffman is controlling him. #T3#
Hoffman missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Doom wants to get back to his feet but Hoffman is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Doom throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Hoffman changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Hoffman has a takedown stuffed.
Doom throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Doom lands with a cross. #TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Doom enables Hoffman to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Doom manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Hoffman sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Doom's guard. #SUB2#
Hoffman is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB2#
Hoffman is looking for a kimura here.
Doom looks like he's trying to stand up.
Hoffman is nestled in close to Doom, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Doom tries to kick Hoffman off but Hoffman keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #ES#
Doom kicks Hoffman off and gets back to his feet.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hoffman shoots for a double leg takedown but Doom sprawls well. He's pushed Hoffman 's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Hoffman slips under a jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Project Doom dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Hoffman tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Doom defends well and Hoffman ends up having to push Doom into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Doom, right into the meat.
Doom looks to land a body kick but Hoffman moved away.
Hoffman tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Hoffman takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Doom misses with a wild body shot.
Hoffman tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Doom paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A lazy left from Doom finds it's target.
Project Doom is winning the standup battle so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hoffman misses with a takedown attempt
and Hoffman takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Doom throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Hoffman sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Doom throws a hook to the side of Hoffman 's head but Hoffman sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T1#
Hoffman shoots in but Doom avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Doom throwing a counter right hand but Hoffman manages to avoid it.
Project Doom has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Albert Hoffman .
Doom tried to score with a low kick but Hoffman checks it.
Hoffman is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Doom keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab. #CL2#
Hoffman closes the distance and clinches.
A shot in the inside from Doom.
Hoffman tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Hoffman wants a takedown.
Doom can't find room to land a body shot as Hoffman controls the action.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Hoffman just misses with a elbow thrown towards Doom's brow.
Hoffman goes for a takedown attempt but Doom pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Sloppy strikes from Doom. Those never looked like landing.
Hoffman tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#T2#
Doom motions for Hoffman to come forward. Doom throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Doom misses with a hook. Hoffman ducked under it nicely.
Hoffman moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Hoffman shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Doom as he avoids it easily.
As Hoffman looks to move away, Doom throws a big counter combo but Hoffman just gets out of the way.
Hoffman fails with the takedown
and Doom counters with a thumping low kick.
Hoffman walks into a straight right hand from Doom.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hoffman shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Doom pinned against the cage. Doom gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T3#
No joy there for Doom, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Doom listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Doom lands with a cross. #ROC#
Hoffman is rocked!
Hoffman takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Hoffman is still on wobbly legs! Can Doom finish him?
Doom is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hoffman can do to turn this around?
Nice cross by Doom.
Doom misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Hoffman fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Doom avoids it really well and circles away.#T4#
Hoffman looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Hoffman seems to have recovered his senses.#KD#
Oooooh!!! Doom has knocked Hoffman down with a huge combo! Doom steps away and waves a wobbly Hoffman back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#TD2#
Hoffman closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #ES#
Doom kicks Hoffman off and gets back to his feet.
Doom fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Hoffman .
Albert Hoffman has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Doom bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Hoffman tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Doom paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Hoffman takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.

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

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

Event: GAMMA#750 Ricard v Kenway
Date: Dec 29, 2018

#R1#
Hoffman moves forwards but Pierno connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Pierno rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Hoffman moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Hoffman half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Hoffman goes for a double leg but Pierno avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Pierno continues to drive forward.
Hoffman wants to clinch up but Pierno keeps it at a distance.
Hoffman looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Pierno is fending him off so far but Hoffman persists. Nope, Pierno circles away and we're back to standing.
Pierno lands an overhand right.
Hoffman doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Pierno counters with a stiff right hand.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Albert Hoffman . That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pierno connects with a body shot that sends Hoffman 's belly button to the back.
Hoffman misses with a takedown attempt
and Pierno counters with a nice uppercut. #T1##TD#
Hoffman decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Hoffman throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #SUB#
Hoffman wants to work for an arm triangle but Pierno is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Hoffman not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Pierno tries to get to full guard but Hoffman has control of the leg.
Pierno is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Hoffman 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.
Hoffman missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Hoffman prevents Pierno from improving his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2##SUB#
Hoffman is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Pierno doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Hoffman . #SUB#
Hoffman is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Pierno defends it well. #SUB#
Pierno is defending against the submission attempts here by Hoffman .
Pierno keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Pierno slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T3#
Hoffman throws a big right hand that misses. #SUB2#
Pierno pushes a forearm under Hoffman 's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Hoffman is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Tim Pierno!
An out of breath Tim Pierno thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: GAMMA#746 Thorbjorn v Bubba 2
Date: Dec 08, 2018

#R1#
Crunch! Sodergren slams his shin into Hoffman 's torso.
Hoffman uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Sodergren.
Hoffman goes for a double leg but Sodergren avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Sodergren continues to drive forward.
Hoffman tries to close the distance and clinch up but Sodergren swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Sodergren connects with a nice looking jab.
Hoffman takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Basten Sodergren seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hoffman tries to score a power double leg takedown but Sodergren sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Hoffman somewhat.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Sodergren! But no joy.
Sodergren tries to close the distance and clinch up but Hoffman swats him away and circles back towards the center.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sodergren fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Hoffman is out of range.
Sodergren moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Hoffman moves out of range of the strikes.
Hoffman feinted with a counter takedown.
Hoffman shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Sodergren as he jumps to the side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Albert Hoffman . That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Sodergren misses the shot to the body.
Sodergren lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#TD#
Hoffman dives in and scores a takedown into Sodergren's guard.
Hoffman stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Sodergren swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hoffman is working hard here to advance position.
Sodergren pulls Hoffman in close to his closed guard and prevents Hoffman from doing any damage or advancing position.
Sodergren working a defensive guard here.
Sodergren lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hoffman has a closed guard, preventing Sodergren from standing up. #T2#
Hoffman is trying to keep Sodergren in close. #SU2#
Sodergren stands up and waves to Hoffman to follow him.
Sodergren throws a solid leg kick but Hoffman takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Sodergren.
A head kick misses from Sodergren.
Sodergren tries to clinch up but Hoffman circles away and keeps his distance.
Sodergren lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Sodergren stuffs the takedown attempt from Hoffman . Hoffman gets slowly back to his feet.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Sodergren fakes the leg kick and cracks Hoffman in the body.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Sodergren, right into the meat. #T3#
Sodergren throws a quick inside leg kick.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Sodergren 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 Hoffman has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Hoffman and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Hoffman shoots in looking for a takedown. Sodergren tries to sprawl out of it but Hoffman keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Sodergren manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Sodergren now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#CL2#
Sodergren pushes Hoffman up against the cage in a clinch.
Hoffman is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Sodergren pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Hoffman tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Hoffman tries to pull guard but Sodergren forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Hoffman is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Sodergren is defending well.
Sodergren lands with a short shot to the head. #T4#
Sodergren is pressed up against the cage. Hoffman has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Sodergren down to the mat. Sodergren avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Sodergren misses with an uppercut.
Sodergren just misses with a punch to the body.
Sodergren throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Sodergren lands a glancing blow to the side of Hoffman 's head.
Basten Sodergren is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL#
Hoffman has closed the distance and engaged Sodergren in a clinch.
Hoffman is working for takedown but Sodergren is calmly controlling the position for now.
Sodergren lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #BC2#
Sodergren breaks from the clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sodergren throws the left hand but Hoffman avoids the punch easily.
Hoffman has his takedown stuffed
letting Sodergren counter with a right hand.
Sodergren throws a body shot but no joy.
Sodergren misses with a looping left.
Hoffman drops down looking for a counter takedown but Sodergren sprawls and moves away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Basten Sodergren 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#
Hoffman dives in and grabs Sodergren's left leg, looking for a takedown. Sodergren pushes down on Hoffman 's head and hops out.
A nice side step and Sodergren releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Sodergren misses with a straight left.
Sodergren jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Sodergren misses with a low kick.
Sodergren scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Sodergren throws a body punch but Hoffman moves out of range.
Sodergren keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Sodergren is looking to chop away at Hoffman 's legs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Sodergren tries to sprawl but Hoffman drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Sodergren is looking for a sweep. Hoffman is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Sodergren has his hands clasped together around Hoffman 's back. He's all about the action.#SUB#
Hoffman seems to be looking for submissions. #T1#
Sodergren regains full guard. Nicely done.
Hoffman sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Sodergren's guard.
Hoffman is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sodergren is looking for a sweep. Hoffman is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Sodergren is trying to stand up here but Hoffman is controlling him well.
Hoffman lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Sodergren is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Hoffman is looking for a kimura here.
Hoffman working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Sodergren's thigh. Sodergren counters though and makes it back to full guard. #T2#
Sodergren wants to get back to his feet but Hoffman is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Sodergren lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##SUB#
Hoffman working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Sodergren doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Sodergren manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Hoffman had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Sodergren defends it easily.#SU2#
Sodergren gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. #T3##CL2#
Sodergren moves into the clinch successfully.
Sodergren gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Hoffman .
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Albert Hoffman . That's going to take a lot out of him.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sodergren.
A shot in the inside from Sodergren.
Sodergren lands a left hand that snaps the head of Hoffman backwards.
Hoffman tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Sodergren just stands there and leans against the cage.
Sodergren fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Hoffman has Sodergren pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Sodergren manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Sodergren lands a right hand.
Sodergren tries a body shot but Hoffman blocks it. #TD#
Hoffman gets control of Sodergren's arms and successfully pulls guard. Hoffman will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Sodergren must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Sodergren pushes down on Hoffman 's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SU2#
Sodergren postures up and decides to stand up, from the half guard. The ref calls for Hoffman to stand up.
Sodergren tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hoffman was well out of range. Poor timing from Sodergren.#T4#
That kick from Sodergren tenderised Hoffman 's leg. Hoffman is trying to keep his angry face on.
Hoffman blocks a head kick by Sodergren.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sodergren throws a half hearted mid kick.
Hoffman attempts a counter takedown but Sodergren avoids it well and moves away.
Hoffman takes a jab right on the kisser.
Sodergren fails in his attempt to clinch.
Hoffman half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Sodergren misses with a wild body shot.
As Sodergren backs away, Hoffman returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Sodergren moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Sodergren connects with a good right hand that stumbles Hoffman . Hoffman circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#KD2#
Sodergren lands a big head kick that sends Hoffman tumbling to the mat! Sodergren takes a step backwards and waves Hoffman back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#
Hoffman is rocked!
Sodergren drops Hoffman with a straight right hand, right on the button! Sodergren follows him down to the mat and pounds him out with hammerfists until the referee jumps in to end the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Basten Sodergren!
Our winner, Basten Sodergren, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: GAMMA#742 Heimendahl v Vee
Date: Nov 10, 2018

#R1#
Hoffman tries to clinch up but Guns circles away and keeps his distance.#TD#
Hoffman shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Guns manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Guns tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Hoffman throwing strikes but missing.
Hoffman wants to pass the guard but Guns is keeping the position.
Guns trying to keep a closed guard but Hoffman is proving a slippery customer.
Guns manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hoffman manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Hoffman has momentary wrist control but Guns slips an elbow through the middle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Guns works over Hoffman with some ground and pound from guard.#SUB#
Hoffman is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Guns is aware though and is defending well.
Guns has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Guns looking to pass the guard.
Hoffman seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Hoffman might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Guns is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#SUB#
Hoffman looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T1##SUB#
Hoffman is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Guns is aware though and is defending well.
Hoffman 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.
Hoffman looking to control. #SUB#
Hoffman looking for a guillotine here but Guns defends easily.
Guns is pushing down on Hoffman 's leg trying to pass to half guard. Hoffman is fighting to maintain full guard but Guns has managed to sneak the leg through.
Guns prevents Hoffman from improving his position.#SUB2#
Guns is looking for a kimura but Hoffman is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Guns to get the leverage.
Guns seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Hoffman does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Guns tries to pass the half guard into mount. Hoffman knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T2#
Guns moves into side control, avoiding the strikes from Hoffman .
Hoffman is trying to get back to half guard.
Guns takes a little break here. Hoffman wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.#SUB2#
Guns working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Guns tries to move to mount but Hoffman blocks the move with his legs.
Guns trying to control the position but Hoffman is working away. #SUB2#
Guns tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T3#
Hoffman is trying to improve his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Guns misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Guns working away.
Hoffman tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Guns wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB2#
Guns is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Hoffman is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Hoffman tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Sloppy strikes there by Guns.
Guns wants to control but Hoffman is keeping him busy. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Hoffman is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Guns off and has taken his back!
Guns rolls, trying to escape but Hoffman keeps control of the position. #SUB#
Hoffman is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Guns is defending well though. Hoffman let's go of the attempt for now.#SUB#
Hoffman has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #SUB#
Guns is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Guns wants to control his opponent's hands but Hoffman gets his hands free. #SUB#
Guns fending off the submission attempt from Hoffman .
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hoffman doesn't have the hooks in and Guns manages to turn into his guard.
Guns postures up in Hoffman 's guard and throws a big left but Hoffman blocks it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Big Guns will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Guns throws a body kick, spinning off balance#TD#
and Hoffman counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Guns trying to keep a closed guard but Hoffman is proving a slippery customer.
Guns bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Hoffman 's guard. #REVB#
Guns works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Albert Hoffman overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Guns prevents Hoffman from improving his position.
Guns performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hoffman gets full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Hoffman looking for a guillotine here but Guns defends easily. #SUB#
Hoffman working for a triangle but Guns defends it easily. #T1#
Guns takes a decent strike to the side of the head.
Guns stands and throws Hoffman 's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Hoffman is trying to control Guns's posture but Guns avoids it. #SUB2#
Guns tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Guns controlling from side mount.
Hoffman manages to get back to half guard.#T2##SUB2#
Guns is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Guns content to control rather than advance.
Guns has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Guns controlling from the full mount.
Hoffman wants to control but Guns is having none of it.
Guns sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T3#
Hoffman tries to get back to half guard but can't. #SUB2#
Guns is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Hoffman has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Hoffman !
Hoffman in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Guns holds on and takes a little breather.
Guns manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hoffman manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB##SUB#
Hoffman is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Guns defends well.#SUB#
Hoffman looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Guns throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T4#
Hoffman tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Guns forces his way into half guard.#SUB#
Hoffman looking for submissions off his back.
Guns is keen to just control but Hoffman is a slippery customer.
Guns working Hoffman over with strikes. #SUB#
Hoffman looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Guns trying to control the action but Hoffman is working from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Guns looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Big Guns will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Guns lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Hoffman takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Guns goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. #KD2#
Guns cracks Hoffman with a big right hand and Hoffman goes down!#ROC2#
Hoffman is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Guns works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Oh Hoffman is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Hoffman tries to roll over but Guns keeps him under control.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Guns in particular looking to stall.#SUB#
Hoffman looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Guns pushes past his half guard into mount!
Guns lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent. #SUB2#
Hoffman defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Guns. #SUB2#
Guns swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Hoffman is now in Guns's guard. A big mistake from Guns there, giving up the dominant position!
Hoffman preventing the sweep. #T1#
Hoffman throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Hoffman seems to have got his legs back now.
Guns lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Guns trying to control but Hoffman is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Hoffman had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Guns defends it easily.
Guns has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Guns advances position into side control!
Hoffman gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Guns wants to control the pace but Hoffman is squirming around nicely.
Hoffman is looking to get to half guard.
Hoffman has given up his back - I don’t know if this is a deliberate ploy to try and escape or if he is just struggling down there. #T2##SUB2#
Hoffman fending off the submission attempt from Guns.
Hoffman rolls, trying to escape but Guns keeps control of the position.
Our spies down at at Jed's Gym inform us that Guns has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Hoffman is trapped and Guns is scoring with shots to the head and body.
A lull in the action here.
Hoffman can't escape the position.
Guns keeps control of the position easily here as Hoffman tries to buck him off.
Hoffman is trapped and Guns is scoring with shots to the head and body. #T3#
Hoffman tries to roll but Guns sticks to his back. #SUB2#
Hoffman has hold of Guns's leg, trying to break free but it's let Guns lock up a rear naked choke! This could be big trouble! Hoffman is turning an unusual color here… he's out! Guns throws him to one side and jumps onto the cage to celebrate with his fans.

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

Event: DUEL#185 Wrexham vs Khan
Date: Oct 13, 2018

#R1#
Hoffman tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Sturd Jr defends well and Hoffman ends up having to push Sturd Jr into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
No luck for Hoffman with that takedown attempt.
Sturd Jr misses with a hook.
Sturd Jr misses with a kick to the body.
Hoffman tries to counter by closing the distance.
Sturd Jr looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Sturd Jr fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Hoffman is out of range.
Sturd Jr shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Hoffman shoots in looking for a takedown. Sturd Jr tries to sprawl out of it but Hoffman keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Sturd Jr manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Jason Sturd Jr has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Albert Hoffman .
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hoffman moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#T1#
Hoffman with a lazy takedown attempt
and Sturd Jr counters with a nice uppercut.
Hoffman takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Sturd Jr looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Hoffman tries to counter with a clinch but Sturd Jr shakes him off and moves away.
A left lands for Sturd Jr.
Hoffman shoots in for a takedown but Sturd Jr shows good takedown defense.
Hoffman shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Sturd Jr as he jumps to the side.
Sturd Jr lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
A slow jab from Sturd Jr misses its intended target. #T2#
Nice defenses there by Hoffman .
Sturd Jr tries a head kick but it misses.
Sturd Jr looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Sturd Jr misses with a leg kick #TD2#
and Hoffman counters with a shoot takedown. Sturd Jr fights it but they end up in guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hoffman with a flurry of punches that miss.
Sturd Jr avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Sturd Jr seems keen to control Hoffman 's posture.
Sturd Jr is looking to stand up but Hoffman isn't so interested in that idea.
Hoffman stopping the sweep attempt from Sturd Jr.
Sturd Jr will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB2#
Hoffman is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Sturd Jr lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Hoffman escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Sturd Jr gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T3#
Sturd Jr landing some decent shots from guard.
Sturd Jr throwing strikes but missing. #SUB2#
Hoffman had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Sturd Jr defends it easily.#SUB2#
Hoffman has his foot on Sturd Jr's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Sturd Jr works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Sturd Jr got a little sloppy there for a moment and Hoffman has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Sturd Jr has managed to get both his arms back between Hoffman 's legs - danger averted.
Sturd Jr pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hoffman is keeping the position for now.
Sturd Jr trying to control the position from guard on top but Hoffman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #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.
Hoffman is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB2#
Hoffman working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Sturd Jr doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Sturd Jr manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Hoffman looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Sturd Jr wants to control from the top but Hoffman keeps moving.
Sturd Jr controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Sturd Jr seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Hoffman for as long as he can get away with.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jason Sturd Jr dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Sturd Jr throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Hoffman 's head.
Hoffman blocks a leg kick.
Hoffman tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Hoffman blocks a head kick by Sturd Jr.
Hoffman checks a low kick from Sturd Jr.
Sturd Jr walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Hoffman checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. #TD2#
Hoffman is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Sturd Jr's half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Sturd Jr is defending against the submission attempts here by Hoffman .
Albert Hoffman has got the better of the ground game so far.
Sturd Jr wants to control but Hoffman is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T1#
Sturd Jr is trying to get back to full guard.
Sturd Jr regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Hoffman .
Hoffman throws a big elbow that misses.
Sturd Jr keeping full guard, as Hoffman tries to pass.
Sturd Jr is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Sturd Jr wants to sweep but no luck.
Hoffman missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Sturd Jr wants to sweep but no luck.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hoffman missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Sturd Jr is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hoffman can do to turn this around?
Hoffman wants to pass the guard but Sturd Jr is keeping the position.
Hoffman being controlled here momentarily. #T2#
Hoffman throws a big right hand that misses.
Sturd Jr pulls Hoffman in to control the position. #SUB2#
Hoffman drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Sturd Jr manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Hoffman has Sturd Jr in his guard.#REVR#
Hoffman is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB2#
Sturd Jr got a little sloppy there for a moment and Hoffman has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Sturd Jr has managed to get both his arms back between Hoffman 's legs - danger averted.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Sturd Jr's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #T3##SUB2#
Hoffman looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB2#
Hoffman looking for a guillotine here but Sturd Jr defends easily. #SUB2#
Hoffman looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Hoffman has Sturd Jr pulled in close to control his posture.
Sturd Jr stands up over Hoffman , holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #SUB2#
Hoffman working for a triangle but Sturd Jr defends it easily.
Sturd Jr not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Sturd Jr lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Sturd Jr trying to move into half guard but instead Hoffman has managed to sweep!#REVB#
Hoffman passes into half guard.
Hoffman is nestled in close to Sturd Jr, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Hoffman working the head and body with strikes. #SUB2#
Hoffman is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Sturd Jr is just riding it out for now. Hoffman eventually gives up the hold.
Sturd Jr looks like he's trying to stand up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Hoffman is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Albert Hoffman will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3##TD#
Sturd Jr scores with a takedown into Hoffman 's guard.
Sturd Jr working some strikes from top position.
Sturd Jr has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Sturd Jr wants to control from the top but Hoffman keeps moving.
Sturd Jr lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#SUB2#
Hoffman has his foot on Sturd Jr's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Sturd Jr works his way back into a safe position though.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Sturd Jr's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hoffman looking to control.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Sturd Jr's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SUB2#
Hoffman throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Sturd Jr landing some decent shots from guard. #T1#
Sturd Jr with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#SUB2#
Hoffman is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Sturd Jr is aware though and is defending well.
Sturd Jr not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Our spies down at at Midnight MMA inform us that Hoffman has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#SUB2#
Hoffman has his foot on Sturd Jr's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Sturd Jr works his way back into a safe position though.
Hoffman looking to control but Sturd Jr passes into half guard.
Sturd Jr lands with a punch from half guard.
Hoffman is trying to control but Sturd Jr passes into side control! #T2#
Sturd Jr works to advance to full mount. Hoffman defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
The referee warns Hoffman that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Hoffman is trying to escape the mount.
Hoffman is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Hoffman throwing punches from his back but nothing is landing.
Hoffman tries to hold on but Sturd Jr postures up.
Sturd Jr punishing his opponent with strikes.
Sturd Jr putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Sturd Jr controlling the pace for now.
Sturd Jr raining down shots from the mount!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hoffman manages to regain half guard. Good work. #T3##SUB2#
Hoffman looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Sturd Jr working over Hoffman with some ground and pound. Hoffman looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Sturd Jr takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Sturd Jr working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
The referee calls for the fighters to work. #SUB2#
Hoffman looking for submissions off his back.
Sturd Jr wants to control but Hoffman is keeping him busy.
Hoffman has hold of Sturd Jr's hands but Sturd Jr slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Sturd Jr looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Hoffman with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Sturd Jr working over Hoffman with some ground and pound. Hoffman looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Hoffman is trying is best to control the position here. #T4#
Hoffman flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Ground and pound from Sturd Jr. #SUB2#
Hoffman actively working from the bottom here.
Sturd Jr content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Sturd Jr has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Sturd Jr putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Sturd Jr lands with some strikes.
Sturd Jr lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.#ROC#
Hoffman is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sturd Jr controlling from the full mount.
Hoffman is still in real trouble! Can Sturd Jr finish him?
BOOM! Sturd Jr connects with a massive shot to the dome!

And that's the end of the fight!
Jason Sturd Jr showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Sturd Jr 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 John Kavanagh scores the fight 29:28
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 29:28
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 30:26

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

Event: DFN#52 Hoffman vs Newton 3
Date: Sep 01, 2018

#R1#
Hoffman displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Newton throws out the jab. #CL2#
Newton has taken the fight to the clinch.
Hoffman blocking some punches.
Newton working aggressively here.
Newton misses with a hook from the clinch. #TD2#
Newton jumps into guard, dragging Hoffman to the mat.
Hoffman working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Hoffman working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Newton's head.
Hoffman scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Newton keeping full guard, as Hoffman tries to pass.
Hoffman stopping the sweep attempt from Newton.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hoffman lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Hoffman might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Hoffman passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Newton wants to control but Hoffman postures up.
Hoffman 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.
Newton takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.#SUB#
Hoffman is trying to get an arm triangle but Newton is defending well.
Newton can't do much from the bottom here. #T1##SUB#
Hoffman tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
Hoffman tries for a kimura but Newton is defending well.
Newton is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Newton moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Hoffman landing with the ground and pound.
Newton seems keen to control Hoffman 's posture.
Newton trying to keep a closed guard but Hoffman is proving a slippery customer.
Newton 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.
Hoffman looking to pass the guard. #T2#
Newton seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Hoffman throwing strikes but missing.
Hoffman looking to pass the guard.
Hoffman is looking to work some ground and pound but Newton has wrist control.#SUB2#
Newton is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Hoffman drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Hoffman jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Newton is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hoffman advances to half guard.
Newton moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Hoffman advances position into side control!#T3##SUB#
Hoffman is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Newton has escaped the position, nice work there.
Newton takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Hoffman working the head and body with strikes.
Hoffman in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Newton struggling a bit here.#SUB#
Hoffman working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Newton is trying to improve his position.
Hoffman landing a few strikes.
Hoffman lands an elbow.
Newton is trying to improve his position.#T4#
Hoffman lands a nice forearm strike.
You can see the frustration on Newton's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB#
Hoffman wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Newton, who protects the arm well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Newton is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Hoffman tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Newton is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Hoffman goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Newton has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Hoffman but great work by Newton.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB2#
Newton thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Hoffman is looking to reverse the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Albert Hoffman dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Newton keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Nice sprawl there from Newton as Hoffman shoots in.#CL#
Hoffman closes the distance and pushes Newton back into the cage.
Newton tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hoffman 's elbow.
Newton lands with a right to the head. #TD#
Hoffman turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Newton gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Newton is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Hoffman 's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Hoffman 's back!#SUB2#
Newton is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Albert Hoffman overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB2#
Hoffman defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Newton's arms.
Hoffman breaks Newton's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Hoffman chips away with some ground and pound.#T1##SUB#
Hoffman drops back looking for a leg! Newton is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Newton manages to kick Hoffman off! Hoffman jumps back into Newton's guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Hoffman 's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Newton looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hoffman is working Newton over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Hoffman lands a couple of elbows.
Hoffman works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Newton works his way to full guard. Good work.
Newton lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Hoffman keeping full guard, as Newton tries to pass. #SUB2#
Newton is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB2#
Newton drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Hoffman manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Newton has Hoffman in his guard.#REVR##T2#
Hoffman slips nicely into half guard.#SUB#
Hoffman seems to be working for a kimura but Newton defends the submission attempt.
Newton keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Ground and pound from Hoffman .
Newton manages to get to full guard. #SUB2#
Hoffman got a little sloppy there for a moment and Newton has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Hoffman has managed to get both his arms back between Newton's legs - danger averted.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hoffman trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T3#
Hoffman postures up in Newton's guard and throws a big left but Newton blocks it.
Newton looking to control.
Hoffman won't allow Newton to sweep him here.
Newton is pulling down on Hoffman 's head. It's preventing any offense from Hoffman , at least for the moment.
Hoffman trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Hoffman stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Newton swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Our spies down at at Guts & Glory Gym inform us that Newton has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#SUB2#
Newton escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Hoffman gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Hoffman throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Newton works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Hoffman working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Newton's head.
Newton trying to control the position.
Hoffman pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Newton is keeping the position for now. #T4#
Hoffman is working hard here to advance position.#SUB#
Hoffman is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB#
Hoffman drops back looking for a leg! Newton is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Newton manages to kick Hoffman off! Hoffman jumps back into Newton's guard.
Newton working a defensive guard here.
Newton seems keen to control Hoffman 's posture.
Newton wants to sweep but no luck.
Hoffman stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Newton swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Newton has his foot on Hoffman 's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hoffman works his way back into a safe position though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Albert Hoffman dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3##TD#
Hoffman closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Hoffman lands in his opponent's guard.
Hoffman pushes down on Newton's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Newton wants to control but Hoffman is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Newton moves into full guard.
Hoffman lands a couple of elbows.
Hoffman is working Newton over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Hoffman accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #SUB#
Hoffman has gone for a leg lock! Newton slips out almost immediately though and dives into Hoffman 's guard.#REVB#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hoffman is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Newton forces his way into half guard.
Hoffman trying to control from the bottom. #T1##SUB2#
Newton seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Newton is trying to work for a kimura but Hoffman is defending well. #SUB#
Hoffman looking for submissions off his back.
Hoffman is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Newton can do to turn this around?#SUB2#
Newton is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Hoffman sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Newton is working for a submission of some sort.
Hoffman wants to improve his position but Newton is controlling well. #SUB2#
Newton is looking for a kimura here. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Hoffman looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Hoffman regains full guard. Nicely done.
Newton stands and throws Hoffman 's legs to the side, diving into side control. #SUB2#
Newton is trying to get an arm triangle but Hoffman is defending well.
Hoffman stops Newton from passing to mount.
Hoffman tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Newton wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB2#
Newton looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Hoffman tries to bench press Newton off him but Newton keeps the position. #T3##SUB2#
Newton tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Hoffman manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Hoffman moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB#
Hoffman is looking for a triangle but Newton pushes his legs off easily.
Newton passes Hoffman 's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Newton is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Hoffman sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Hoffman actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Newton wants to work for an arm triangle but Hoffman is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Newton trying to pass the guard but Hoffman defending well. #T4#
Newton prevents Hoffman from improving his position.#SUB#
Hoffman looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#SUB2#
Newton is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Hoffman doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Newton.
Hoffman is trying to get back to full guard.
Bill Newton has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Albert Hoffman is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Newton throwing shots but Hoffman is blocking nicely.
Hoffman throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Newton thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Hoffman 's head.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Bill Newton.
I think Hoffman 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 Columbo Gatti scores the fight 30:27
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 29:28
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Albert Hoffman !
Albert Hoffman took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Urban Fighter for their support in the buildup to the fight.

Event: DUEL#171 Lafayette vs Denke
Date: Aug 04, 2018

#R1##TD#
Hoffman manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Staal on his heels. He'll look to pass Staal's guard now, I'm sure.
Staal bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Hoffman 's guard. #REVB##SUB#
Hoffman isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Staal stacks Hoffman on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Staal!
Hoffman is trying to get back to half guard.
Staal working the ground and pound from side control.
Staal is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Hoffman 's shoulder. That is not cool.
Staal wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hoffman keeps working.
Staal lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Hoffman keeping his opponent close.
Hoffman gets back to half guard.
Hoffman wants to improve his position but Staal is controlling well. #T1#
Hoffman is staying active underneath Staal, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Hoffman is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Staal is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Staal wants to take a breather but Hoffman is having none of it.
Staal is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Staal is looking to take a break and control but Hoffman is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Nice strikes from Staal there.
Staal perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T2#
Hoffman slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB#
Hoffman looking for a guillotine here but Staal defends easily.
Hoffman is trying to keep Staal in close.
Staal trying to control but Hoffman is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Staal is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T3##SUB#
Hoffman has his foot on Staal's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Staal works his way back into a safe position though.
Hoffman might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB#
Hoffman had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Staal defends it easily.
Staal wants to control from the top but Hoffman keeps moving. #SUB#
Staal got a little sloppy there for a moment and Hoffman has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Staal has managed to get both his arms back between Hoffman 's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Hoffman is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Hoffman working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Staal has passed into half guard! #SUB#
Hoffman looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hoffman is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T4#
Staal with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Hoffman trying to get back to full guard but Staal takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
Staal cracks Hoffman with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Staal lands with some strikes.
Hoffman can't escape the position.
Staal landing punches.
Staal can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hoffman is looking to escape.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A nice elbow there by Staal.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Eric Staal dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Staal looks to score with a jab to the body but Hoffman is just out of range.
Hoffman looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Staal is fending him off so far but Hoffman persists. Nope, Staal circles away and we're back to standing.
Hoffman shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Staal as he jumps to the side.
A jab from Staal finds it's way through Hoffman 's defenses.
Hoffman shoots in looking for a takedown. Staal tries to sprawl out of it but Hoffman keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Staal manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Albert Hoffman . That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hoffman moves out of range of the body kick.#T1#
A low kick from Staal misses #TD#
so Hoffman counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Hoffman trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Eric Staal has got the better of the ground game so far.
Hoffman throws a big elbow that misses.
Hoffman throws a strike but Staal rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Staal lands a couple of elbows.
Staal is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB#
Hoffman throws his legs up looking for a submission but Staal uses it to pass to side control.
Staal working away.
A lull in the action here as Staal stalls from top position.
Staal landing a few strikes.
Staal just content to control the position.
Staal's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T2#
Hoffman tries to improve position but can't.
Hoffman sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Hoffman wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Hoffman looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Hoffman looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Staal controlling the action here.
Staal has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Staal works his way into side control. #T3#
Hoffman sneaks back into half guard.
Staal lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #SUB#
Hoffman looking for submissions off his back.
Staal lands with a punch from half guard.
Hoffman is refusing to be controlled, as Staal sits in half guard.
Hoffman wants to get back to full guard.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Staal lands a nice short elbow.
Hoffman is staying active underneath Staal, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Hoffman looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Hoffman has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Staal escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Staal!#T4#
Staal working the body and head with strikes.
Hoffman wants to control but Staal postures up.
Hoffman is looking to regain half guard here but Staal keeps moving and retains side control.
Staal lands some shots froms side control.
Hoffman is working to avoid the ground and pound but Staal connects with a decent elbow.
Staal looks up at the clock and then as Hoffman takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Staal smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude! #ROC2#
Hoffman is rocked!
Staal has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Oh Hoffman is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Staal is landing with some decent strikes but Hoffman is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Staal loads up with a big shot that hurts Hoffman ! He's pulled Staal in close but Staal has postured up and lands more strikes. Can Hoffman survive? More strikes from Staal and Hoffman is out! The ref jumps in to save him! Brutal ground and pound!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Eric Staal!
Eric Staal is the new middleweight champion!

Event: DUEL#167 Vee vs Napolean
Date: Jul 07, 2018

#R1##TD#
Hoffman shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Newton is trying to defend but Hoffman finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Newton tries to roll over but Hoffman keeps him under control.#SUB#
Hoffman is trying to work for a kimura but Newton is defending well. #SUB#
Hoffman seems to be looking for submissions.
Hoffman working the head and body with strikes.
Hoffman scoring with strikes to the body and head. #SUB#
Hoffman is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Newton is just riding it out for now. Hoffman eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Hoffman is working for a submission of some sort.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Hoffman is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Newton is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Albert Hoffman !
Albert Hoffman really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Urban Fighter logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

Event: DUEL#162 Hoffman vs Munson
Date: Jun 16, 2018

#R1##CL#
Hoffman clinches up with Munson and pushes him back against the cage.
Munson misses with a body punch.
Munson prevents the takedown attempt.
Hoffman drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Munson gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Munson working aggressively here.
Hoffman jumps guard but Munson stands there with Hoffman around his waist. Hoffman gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Albert Hoffman . That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Munson is fighting off a takedown attempt but Hoffman is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Munson to the mat. Munson regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Hoffman passes easily into side control. Nice work.#SUB#
Hoffman swings around for an armbar but Munson sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Hoffman 's guard.#SUB#
Hoffman escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Munson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Munson must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Hoffman looking for a sweep. Not yet Hoffman , not yet.
Munson trying to stand up but can't free himself from Hoffman 's guard.#SUB#
Hoffman escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Munson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T1##SUB#
Hoffman is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Munson rolls with it to try and escape but Hoffman cranks on the arm and Munson is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Albert Hoffman !
Albert Hoffman retains his middleweight title!
Albert Hoffman took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Urban Fighter for their support in the buildup to the fight.

Event: DUEL#160
Date: Jun 02, 2018

#R1#
Hoffman sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Shankoli misses with a double jab #TD2#
so Hoffman counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Shankoli wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Shankoli has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Shankoli wants to stand but Hoffman is controlling the position.
Shankoli looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Hoffman drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Hoffman jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Hoffman scoring with some ground and pound.
Shankoli utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Hoffman postures up.
Hoffman loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T1#
Shankoli has control of Hoffman 's left arm, preventing Hoffman from doing any damage.
Shankoli working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Hoffman .
Hoffman pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Shankoli is keeping the position for now.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Shankoli holds on and takes a little breather.
Shankoli has momentary wrist control but Hoffman slips an elbow through the middle.
Shankoli will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Shankoli is pulling down on Hoffman 's head to control his posture.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Shankoli.
Shankoli continues to hold on tight.
Shankoli is trying to control the position but Hoffman postures up.
Hoffman lands a couple of elbows.#T2#
Shankoli seems keen to control Hoffman 's posture.
Shankoli is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
Hoffman drops back looking for a leg! Shankoli is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Shankoli manages to kick Hoffman off! Hoffman jumps back into Shankoli's guard.
Shankoli is adopting a defensive guard.
Shankoli controls Hoffman momentarily but Hoffman frees himself.
Hoffman stops Shankoli from standing up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Shankoli pulls Hoffman in close to prevent any damage.
Shankoli is trying to control the position but Hoffman postures up.
Hoffman throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Shankoli works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Hoffman is pushing down on Shankoli's leg trying to pass to half guard. Shankoli is fighting to maintain full guard but Hoffman has managed to sneak the leg through.
Hoffman passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Shankoli!
Shankoli working to try and regain half guard. #T3#
Shankoli tries to hold on but Hoffman pushes him away.
BOOM! Hoffman connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Hoffman landing punches. #SUB2#
Hoffman is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Shankoli can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning. #SUB2#
Hoffman with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter. #SUB2#
Shankoli defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Hoffman .
Shankoli tries to hold on but Hoffman pushes him away.
Hoffman landing strikes, looking to finish! #SUB2#
Hoffman has hold of Shankoli's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Shankoli manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Hoffman scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Shankoli tries to reverse the position but Hoffman maintains control.#T4##SUB2#
Hoffman is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Shankoli is surviving well by controlling Hoffman 's body position as best he can.
Shankoli sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Shankoli wants to control but Hoffman is keeping busy. #SUB2#
Hoffman is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Shankoli defends it well.
Hoffman sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Shankoli defending well though.
Shankoli wants to get back to full guard.
Hoffman has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB2#
Hoffman is working for a submission of some sort.
Shankoli tries to roll over but Hoffman keeps him under control.#ES#
Shankoli manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Hoffman keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
Hoffman is looking to take this one to the mat.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Albert Hoffman dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Shankoli misses with a two punch combination.
Shankoli throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Hoffman on the side of the head.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Hoffman .
Shankoli looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Shankoli throws a solid leg kick but Hoffman takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Shankoli.
Hoffman feints the counter takedown.
Shankoli throws the left hand but Hoffman avoids the punch easily.
Hoffman fails with the takedown
and Shankoli counters with a nice uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Hoffman changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Shankoli looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Shankoli gets back to half guard.
Shankoli moves into full guard. #T1#
Shankoli is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Hoffman pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Shankoli is keeping the position for now.
Hoffman lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#ES#
Shankoli scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Shankoli lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Hoffman circles away quickly and effectively.
A punch combination from Shankoli misses.
Shankoli throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ravi Shankoli is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD2#
Hoffman looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#SUB2#
Hoffman is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Shankoli looks like he's trying to stand up. #T2#
Shankoli gets full guard.
Shankoli is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Shankoli preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Shankoli is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Hoffman postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Hoffman missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Albert Hoffman has got the better of the ground game so far.
Shankoli is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Hoffman looking to pass the guard.
Shankoli is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #SUB2#
Hoffman drops back looking for a leg! Shankoli is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Shankoli manages to kick Hoffman off! Hoffman jumps back into Shankoli's guard. #T3#
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Hoffman 's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SUB2#
Hoffman thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Shankoli has control of Hoffman 's left arm, preventing Hoffman from doing any damage.
Shankoli is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Hoffman passes Shankoli's left leg - he's now in half guard. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB2#
Hoffman is looking for a kimura here.
Hoffman has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB2#
Hoffman looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Shankoli moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Shankoli trying to control the position.
Shankoli has his hands on Hoffman 's head, controlling the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hoffman tries to free his leg and advance position but Shankoli is retaining full guard.
Shankoli is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Shankoli pulls Hoffman in close to his closed guard and prevents Hoffman from doing any damage or advancing position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ravi Shankoli dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R3#
Hoffman turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Hoffman throws an overhand right that lands on Shankoli's shoulder, as Shankoli tries to avoid the shot.
Hoffman slips under a jab from Shankoli.
Shankoli tries to clinch up.
Shankoli tries to clinch but Hoffman moves away #TD2#
and Hoffman counters with a shoot takedown. Shankoli fights it but they end up in guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shankoli is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #SUB2#
Hoffman drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Hoffman jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Shankoli is trying to control the position but Hoffman postures up.
Hoffman throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Shankoli works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T1#
Shankoli managing to control the position. #SUB2#
Hoffman thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB2#
Hoffman drops back looking for a leg! Shankoli is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Shankoli manages to kick Hoffman off! Hoffman jumps back into Shankoli's guard.
Hoffman trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Hoffman is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Hoffman postures up.
Hoffman throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Shankoli works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Shankoli working a defensive guard here.
Hoffman looking to pass the guard. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Shankoli has his hands on Hoffman 's head, controlling the position.
Hoffman is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Shankoli looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Shankoli not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #SUB2#
Hoffman thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Hoffman postures up.
Hoffman is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Hoffman wants to pass the guard but Shankoli is keeping the position.
Hoffman loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Shankoli controlling the position.#T3#
Shankoli is trying to control the position from the bottom. #ES#
Shankoli wriggles free and stands up.
Shankoli throws a lazy body kick #TD2#
and Hoffman counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Hoffman throws a big elbow that misses.
Shankoli is looking to stand up but Hoffman isn't so interested in that idea.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Hoffman accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Hoffman lands a couple of elbows.
Hoffman cracks Shankoli with a solid left hand.
Hoffman pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Shankoli is keeping the position for now. #ES#
Shankoli pushes Hoffman off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Shankoli scores with a decent looking hook.#T4#
Shankoli throws a series of punches but Hoffman avoids them all with ease. #TD2#
Hoffman scores with a takedown into Shankoli's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Hoffman thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Shankoli controls Hoffman momentarily but Hoffman frees himself. #SUB2#
Hoffman is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Shankoli has control of Hoffman 's left arm, preventing Hoffman from doing any damage. #ES#
Shankoli manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
Hoffman is trying to drag Shankoli to the mat but Shankoli just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Albert Hoffman just about did enough to take it.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R4##TD2#
Hoffman closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Shankoli's guard.
Shankoli seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Shankoli is trying to keep Hoffman in close.
Hoffman scoring with some ground and pound.
Shankoli trying to control the position. #SUB2#
Hoffman thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#ES#
Shankoli wriggles free and stands up.
Hoffman fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Shankoli is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#T1#
Shankoli tries to land a body kick#TD2#
and Hoffman decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Shankoli's guard.
Shankoli not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Hoffman postures up and lands a big shot to Shankoli's brow.
Shankoli trying to control the position.
Hoffman trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Shankoli wants to stand up but Hoffman is controlling him.
Shankoli keeping full guard, as Hoffman tries to pass.
Shankoli utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Shankoli is adopting a defensive guard.
Hoffman is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #T2##SUB2#
Hoffman thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Hoffman trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Shankoli is pulling down on Hoffman 's head to control his posture.
Hoffman postures up.
Shankoli is really struggling to control Hoffman but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Hoffman stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Shankoli swivels though and keeps the full guard. #ES#
Shankoli is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Hoffman presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat. #BC#
Shankoli breaks the clinch. #TD2#
Hoffman darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB2#
Hoffman is trying to work for a kimura but Shankoli is defending well. #T3#
Shankoli is trying is best to control the position here.
Shankoli is looking to control Hoffman 's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Shankoli avoid being mounted?#SUB2#
Hoffman is working for a kimura but Shankoli is defending it quite comfortably.
Shankoli tries to roll over but Hoffman keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Hoffman is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Shankoli defends it well.
Shankoli is controlling Hoffman 's trapped leg to prevent Hoffman from advancing to side control.
Shankoli is looking to escape.
Shankoli works his way to full guard. Good work.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2#
Hoffman thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Shankoli pulls Hoffman in close to prevent any damage.
Hoffman looking to pass the guard.
Shankoli pulls Hoffman in close to his closed guard and prevents Hoffman from doing any damage or advancing position.
Shankoli working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Hoffman .
Shankoli wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Shankoli continues to stall.#SUB2#
Hoffman drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Hoffman jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hoffman throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #SUB2#
Hoffman thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Albert Hoffman dominated that fourth round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R5#
Hoffman throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Shankoli's waist but Shankoli gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Hoffman off to one side.
Shankoli walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Hoffman checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Hoffman tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Shankoli defends well and Hoffman ends up having to push Shankoli into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
A head kick misses from Shankoli.
Shankoli digs a good hook to Hoffman 's body.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Shankoli - that will leave a mark!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shankoli tries to clinch but Hoffman is having none of it. #TD2#
Hoffman shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Shankoli's guard.
Shankoli is trying to control the position but Hoffman postures up.
Shankoli looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T1##SUB2#
Hoffman is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Shankoli looking to control.
Shankoli seems keen to control Hoffman 's posture.
Hoffman lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Hoffman works over Shankoli with some ground and pound from guard.
Shankoli is trying to keep Hoffman in close.
Hoffman looking to pass the guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Hoffman accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Shankoli managing to control the position. #SUB2#
Hoffman thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB2#
Hoffman thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Hoffman 's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SUB2#
Hoffman thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Ravi Shankoli has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Shankoli wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Shankoli preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Shankoli pulls Hoffman in close to his closed guard and prevents Hoffman from doing any damage or advancing position.
Shankoli is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Hoffman is looking to work some ground and pound but Shankoli has wrist control.
Hoffman stands up over Shankoli, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Hoffman working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Shankoli has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Shankoli not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #T3#
Hoffman works over Shankoli with some ground and pound from guard.
Hoffman connects with a couple of short punches.
Shankoli utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Shankoli controls Hoffman momentarily but Hoffman frees himself.
Hoffman content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Hoffman scoring with some ground and pound.
Hoffman tries to free his leg and advance position but Shankoli is retaining full guard.
Hoffman throwing strikes but missing.
Hoffman postures up.
Hoffman looking to pass the guard. #T4#
Hoffman is fighting to break Shankoli's control of his arms but Shankoli is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Hoffman trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #SUB#
Shankoli had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Hoffman defends it easily.
Hoffman is pushing down on Shankoli's leg trying to pass to half guard. Shankoli is fighting to maintain full guard but Hoffman has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB2#
Hoffman is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Shankoli doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Hoffman . #SUB2#
Hoffman is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Albert Hoffman is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Shankoli looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.

And that's the end of the fight!
Albert Hoffman comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Hoffman has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 46:49
Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 46:49
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 46:49

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Albert Hoffman !
Albert Hoffman is the new middleweight champion!
Albert Hoffman gave a mention to Urban Fighter in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).
Ravi Shankoli was interviewed post fight and said 'I believe he forgotten shower for a week or something, I gagged on my own vomit and never could get it back together again. Take a shower you filthy bastard!'.

Event: DUEL155
Date: May 19, 2018

#R1#
Ashton throws a body kick, spinning off balance#TD#
and Hoffman counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Hoffman throwing shots but Ashton is blocking nicely. #SUB#
Hoffman is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Ashton defends it well. #SUB#
Hoffman is working for a kimura but Ashton is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB#
Hoffman is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Ashton is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Hoffman is trying for a kimura here. Ashton looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Hoffman wins by kimura!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Albert Hoffman !
Jumping up and down and very excited, Albert Hoffman waved his t-shirt featuring Urban Fighter's logo in front of the cameras.

Event: DUEL148
Date: Apr 21, 2018

#R1#
Hoffman shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Parker sprawls well. Parker wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Hoffman gets slowly back to his feet.
Parker misses with a jab to the body #TD2#
and Hoffman counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Hoffman .
Hoffman wants to pass the guard but Parker is keeping the position.
Hoffman missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Parker is adopting a defensive guard.
Hoffman stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Parker swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hoffman won't allow Parker to sweep him here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hoffman wants to pass the guard but Parker is keeping the position.
Hoffman throws a big right hand that misses. #T1#
Hoffman passes into half guard.
Hoffman has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Hoffman looks to land a strike but Parker avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Hoffman throwing strikes but missing.
Parker working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Hoffman .
Hoffman working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Hoffman loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #SUB2#
Hoffman drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Parker manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Hoffman has Parker in his guard.#REVR#
Parker trying to control but Hoffman is working from the bottom. #T2##SUB2#
Hoffman looking for subs off his back but Parker has passed one foot through into half guard. #SUB2#
Hoffman actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Hoffman looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Parker slows the pace down in half guard. #SUB2#
Hoffman looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Hoffman actively working from the bottom here.#T3#
Parker with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Parker prevents Hoffman from improving his position.
Hoffman is still trying to improve position.
Hoffman flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Hoffman wants to control but Parker is keeping busy. #SU#
Parker stands up from half guard.
Parker feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Hoffman s jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#T4#
Hoffman avoids the body shot from Parker.
Peter Parker is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Parker throws a big shot that misses.
Parker tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hoffman was well out of range. Poor timing from Parker.
Parker throws a body punch but Hoffman moves out of range.
Hoffman changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Horrible takedown attempt by Hoffman or perhaps it was just good defense by Parker, which made it look bad.
Hoffman avoids the body shot from Parker.
Hoffman is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Hoffman slips under a jab.
Parker throws a nice looking combination but Hoffman bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hoffman shoots in looking for a takedown. Parker tries to sprawl out of it but Hoffman keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Parker manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
A little feinted left hand from Parker on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Peter Parker dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Parker misses with a body punch #TD2#
and Hoffman counters with a takedown into side control. #ES#
Parker throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
Hoffman shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Parker pinned against the cage. Parker gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Parker was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#CL2#
Hoffman takes the fight into the clinch.
Parker misses with some punches.
Hoffman wants a takedown.
Hoffman changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Parker fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Peter Parker has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Albert Hoffman .
Parker misses the jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Parker getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Parker throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #T1#
Parker throws a shot to the body. #CL#
Parker closes the distance and clinches. #TD2#
Hoffman turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!#SUB2#
Hoffman goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Parker rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Hoffman 's guard! Nice work there by Parker!
Parker has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Parker trying to control but Hoffman is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Hoffman looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Parker trying to control the position from guard on top but Hoffman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hoffman is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB2#
Hoffman isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Parker stacks Hoffman on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Parker!#T2#
Hoffman is looking to reverse the position.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hoffman manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Hoffman stops Parker from getting back to his feet. #SUB2#
Hoffman seems to be working for a kimura but Parker defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Hoffman is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB2#
Hoffman is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Parker has managed to free his arm - good work.
Parker is concentrating on defense, preventing Hoffman from advancing position. #T3#
Hoffman trying to pass the guard but Parker defending well. #SUB2#
Hoffman is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Parker is just riding it out for now. Hoffman eventually gives up the hold.
Hoffman prevents Parker from improving his position.#SUB2#
Hoffman is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Parker has managed to free his arm - good work.
Hoffman prevents Parker from improving his position.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB2#
Hoffman is looking for a kimura but Parker is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Hoffman to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Hoffman is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Parker defends it well. #SUB2#
Hoffman is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Parker sees it coming and defends easily.
Hoffman thows a huge punch but Parker dodges it nicely. #SUB2#
Hoffman is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Parker defends it well. #SUB2#
Hoffman seems to be looking for submissions.
Parker won't allow Hoffman to pass to mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Peter Parker dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Hoffman drops his hands momentarily and Parker takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Parker smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Parker connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Parker throws a hook to the side of Hoffman 's head but Hoffman sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A telegraphed right hand from Parker misses the target.
Parker is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Hoffman .
Parker takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#KD#
Parker cracks Hoffman with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Parker has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Hoffman to stand back up!#ROC#
Hoffman is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Parker fakes the body blow, causing Hoffman to drop his hands! Left hook to the temple! Hoffman goes stiff, and falls face first into the mat. Goodnight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:43 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Peter Parker!
In his post fight interview, Peter Parker started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: DUEL#144 Ajax vs Picker
Date: Apr 07, 2018

#R1#
Jenova blocks a head kick by Hoffman .
Jenova throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
and Hoffman counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Jenova!
Hoffman blocks the strikes from Jenova. #SUB#
Hoffman tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Jenova sneaks back into half guard.#SUB#
Jenova is defending against the submission attempts here by Hoffman .
Hoffman winds up and cracks Jenova with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jenova is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Hoffman is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Jenova is pressing down on Hoffman 's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T1#
Jenova 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.
Hoffman might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB#
Hoffman is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Jenova is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Jenova has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
Jenova trying to control but Hoffman is working from the bottom.
Hoffman preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SUB#
Hoffman looking for a guillotine here but Jenova defends easily.
Jenova looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Hoffman has an active guard here but Jenova has managed to pass into half guard. #T2#
Jenova lands strikes from half guard.
Jenova lands strikes from half guard.#SUB#
Hoffman actively working from the bottom here.
Jenova working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jenova is trying to control. Hoffman wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Hoffman trying to hold on to Jenova's head to control him but Jenova postures up.
Jenova wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hoffman keeps working.
Hoffman has hold of Jenova's hands but Jenova slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jenova working the head and body with strikes. #T3#
Hoffman wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Hoffman looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Jenova trying to control the action but Hoffman is working from the bottom.
Jenova working Hoffman over with strikes.
Hoffman manages to get to full guard.
Jenova looking to sit in guard and control but Hoffman gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Hoffman stopping the sweep attempt from Jenova.
Hoffman passes into half guard.
Jenova wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Hoffman is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Jenova is just riding it out for now. Hoffman eventually gives up the hold. #T4##SUB#
Hoffman is looking for a kimura here.
Jenova is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Jenova trying to control from the bottom.
Jenova blocking the ground and pound attempt from Hoffman .
Jenova is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Hoffman scores with a couple of nice shots.
Jenova slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hoffman in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Hoffman tries to free his leg and advance position but Jenova is retaining full guard.
Hoffman stands up over Jenova, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Albert Hoffman dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2##TD2#
Jenova manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Hoffman on his heels. He'll look to pass Hoffman 's guard now, I'm sure.#SUB#
Hoffman looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Jenova has picked Hoffman up and slammed him! Hoffman can't keep hold of the triangle and Jenova manages to pass to side control!
Hoffman tries to buck Jenova off but Jenova is having none of it.
Jenova grinds an elbow into Hoffman 's temple.
Hoffman tries to improve position but can't.
Jenova has control of an arm but Hoffman manages to advance to Jenova's back!
Hoffman is hanging on to Jenova's back as he tries to escape. #SUB#
Hoffman is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Jenova knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Jenova for a finish.
Jenova is in bad spot here.
Jenova keeps trying to improve his position.
Jenova is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Hoffman off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.#SUB#
Hoffman looking for the rear naked choke. And he's got it! Jenova taps!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Albert Hoffman !
After the big win, Albert Hoffman made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Urban Fighter and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

Event: DUEL#138 Parker vs Hoffman
Date: Mar 17, 2018

#R1#
Parker waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Hoffman .
Parker misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
The fight stays on the outside here - Parker looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Parker misses the shot to the body.
Parker fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#CL#
Parker has managed to clinch.
Hoffman jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Parker walks away with a smile on his face. Hoffman gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #TD2#
Hoffman is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Parker's half guard.
Parker trying to control but Hoffman postures up. #SUB2#
Hoffman is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Parker defends it well.
Parker keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #T1##SUB2#
Hoffman is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Parker doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Hoffman . #SUB2#
Hoffman is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Parker doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Hoffman .
Parker is looking to control Hoffman 's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Parker avoid being mounted?
Parker avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Hoffman . #SUB2#
Hoffman is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Parker doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Hoffman .
Parker keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Parker definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB2#
Hoffman wants to work for an arm triangle but Parker is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB2#
Hoffman seems to be trying to get a kimura but instead Parker has recovered full guard.
Hoffman has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Hoffman looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Hoffman drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Parker dives on top into guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Hoffman escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Parker gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Hoffman is trying to hold Parker in close to prevent damage but Parker has managed to pass into half guard. #T3#
Parker wants to pass the guard but Hoffman is defending well.
It looks like Parker is going to stand back up. #SUB2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Hoffman with the active half guard here but Parker passes nicely into side control.
Hoffman is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Hoffman is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Parker trying to control the position but Hoffman is working away.
Hoffman manages to get back to half guard.
Hoffman is trying to get back to full guard.
Still in half guard, Parker seems content to control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hoffman wants to control but Parker passes into side.
Hoffman tries to buck Parker off but Parker is having none of it.
Parker will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Peter Parker 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#
Parker tries to clinch there but Hoffman circles away.
A slow jab from Parker misses its intended target.
Parker's jab looks to have found its range, popping Hoffman under the eye.
Some wild striking there from Parker.
Parker lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Nice uppercut there from Parker.
Parker is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.#KD#
Parker lands a big head kick that sends Hoffman tumbling to the mat! Parker takes a step backwards and waves Hoffman back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#
Hoffman is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hoffman dives in for a single leg takedown but Parker sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Hoffman is still on wobbly legs! Can Parker finish him?#KD#
Parker sends Hoffman crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Parker is motioning to the referee to let Hoffman up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!
Hoffman slips under a jab.
Parker is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Parker lands an uppercut, right on the button! Hoffman tumbles backwards into the cage, staring vacantly into space! He's got no idea where he is, who he is or what day it is... Poor guy.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Peter Parker!
Peter Parker retains his middleweight title!
Peter Parker very nearly forgot to thank Red Light Coffeeshop amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

Event: DUEL#132 Stenberg vs Picker
Date: Feb 24, 2018

#R1##TD2#
Hoffman scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#SUB2#
Hoffman tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Hoffman has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Momochi manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Momochi working the head and body with strikes. #SUB2#
Hoffman actively working from the bottom here.
Hoffman wants to control but Momochi is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The fighters are battling for position here. Hoffman manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Hoffman can't keep his opponent in guard - Momochi advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB#
Momochi is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Hoffman is looking to improve his position.
Hoffman has his hands clasped together around Momochi 's back. He's all about the action.
Hoffman is pressing down on Momochi 's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T1#
Momochi pushing down on Hoffman 's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Momochi tries to pass the half guard into mount. Hoffman knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Momochi prevents Hoffman from improving his position.#SUB2#
Hoffman actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Hoffman looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Momochi is controlling the pace.
Ground and pound from Momochi . #SUB2#
Hoffman looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T2#
Momochi wants to free his trapped foot but Hoffman is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Momochi landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Hoffman punching from the bottom.
Momochi lands with a punch from half guard.
Momochi seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hoffman is staying active underneath Momochi , who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Hoffman is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Momochi is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Hoffman trying to control here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Hoffman on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Hoffman is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hoffman gets back to full guard. #SUB2#
Hoffman has his feet on Momochi 's thighs here. He's pushed Momochi off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Momochi screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Albert Hoffman !
Albert Hoffman managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Urban Fighter, into his post fight interview.

Event: DFN#30 Denis vs Grossweiner
Date: Feb 03, 2018

#R1#
Hoffman tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #TD2#
Hoffman shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Hoffman is looking for a kimura but Rollins is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Hoffman to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Hoffman is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Rollins avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Hoffman . #SUB2#
Hoffman seems to be looking for submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hoffman missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #SUB2#
Hoffman wants to work for an arm triangle but Rollins is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB2#
Hoffman is working for a submission of some sort. #T1##SUB2#
Hoffman is trying to work for a kimura but Rollins is defending well.
Rollins avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Hoffman .
Rollins keeping hold of Hoffman 's head, controlling as best he can. #SUB2#
Hoffman is working for a kimura but Rollins is defending it quite comfortably.
Hoffman wants to pass the guard but Rollins is defending well. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Hoffman keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB2#
Hoffman is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Rollins has managed to free his arm - good work.
Hoffman missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #SUB2#
Hoffman looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Hoffman throws a strike but Rollins avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Hoffman is looking to work some ground and pound but Rollins has wrist control.
Hoffman has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T3#
Hoffman throwing strikes but missing. #SUB2#
Hoffman drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Rollins dives on top into guard.#REVR#
Hoffman lands a good elbow from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Rollins got a little sloppy there for a moment and Hoffman has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Rollins has managed to get both his arms back between Hoffman 's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Hoffman has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Rollins can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Rollins sitting in guard here, content to control. #T4##SUB2#
Hoffman looking for a guillotine here but Rollins defends easily. #SUB2#
Hoffman working for a triangle but Rollins defends it easily.
Hoffman will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rollins controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB2#
Hoffman isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Rollins stacks Hoffman on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Rollins!
Hoffman is trying to get back to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Albert Hoffman dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Hoffman shoots for a double leg takedown but Rollins sprawls well. He's pushed Hoffman 's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Hoffman takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
An inside leg kick lands from Hoffman .
Rollins misses with a straight left.
Hoffman with the counter takedown but Rollins avoids it easily.
Hoffman looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Rollins is fending him off so far but Hoffman persists. Nope, Rollins circles away and we're back to standing.
Hoffman is looking to clinch.
Hoffman fails to land the takedown.
Castor Rollins has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Albert Hoffman .
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rollins swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Rollins pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Hoffman tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Rollins defends well and Hoffman ends up having to push Rollins into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#T1#
A slow jab from Rollins misses its intended target.
Rollins fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hoffman manages to avoid it.#TD2#
Hoffman shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Rollins napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Rollins is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Hoffman off and has taken his back!
Hoffman is really stuck here.
Rollins is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Hoffman is really stuck here.
Hoffman breaks Rollins's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rollins 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#
Hoffman has gone for a leg lock! Rollins slips out almost immediately though and dives into Hoffman 's guard.#REVR##T2##SUB2#
Hoffman has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Rollins can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Hoffman looking to control but Rollins passes into half guard.
Hoffman trying to control from the bottom.
Rollins controlling the action here.
Hoffman wants to get back to full guard but Rollins has mounted him!#T3#
Rollins looking to control but Hoffman is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Rollins prevents Hoffman from getting the reversal.
Rollins controlling his opponent.
Hoffman tries to lock up and control but Rollins gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Hoffman is trying to escape the mount.
Rollins controlling his opponent. #T4#
Hoffman is looking to improve his position but Rollins isn't that keen on the idea.
Hoffman wants to control but Rollins is having none of it.
Rollins tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hoffman can't escape the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Castor Rollins dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Hoffman ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Hoffman shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Rollins sprawls well. Rollins wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Hoffman gets slowly back to his feet.
Rollins is looking to counter the offense by Hoffman and move into the clinch.
Hoffman uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Rollins.
Hoffman tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Rollins defends well and Hoffman ends up having to push Rollins into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Some bone on bone action there as Rollins checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Rollins wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rollins misses with a looping left.
Hoffman tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Hoffman keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
No joy there for Rollins, who threw a few shots but didn't land. #T1#
Rollins misses with a straight right. #TD2#
Hoffman shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Rollins manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Hoffman throwing strikes but missing.
Hoffman trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hoffman forces his way into half guard.#SUB2#
Rollins is defending against the submission attempts here by Hoffman .
Rollins avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Hoffman . #T2#
Hoffman missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #SUB2#
Hoffman is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Rollins defends it well. #SUB2#
Hoffman is looking for a kimura here.
Rollins controlling the position well. #SUB2#
Rollins is defending against the submission attempts here by Hoffman .
Hoffman working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Rollins's thigh. Rollins counters though and makes it back to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Hoffman throws a big elbow that misses. #SUB2#
Hoffman drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Rollins manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Hoffman has Rollins in his guard.#REVR#
Rollins slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Hoffman wants to sweep but no luck. #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.#SUB2#
Hoffman has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Rollins is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Hoffman .
Hoffman wants to control but Rollins postures up.
Rollins trying to control the position but Hoffman is working away.
Hoffman manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Hoffman is pressing down on Rollins's thigh, looking to free his foot. Rollins is holding on for now.
Nice strikes from Hoffman there.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Hoffman is trying to work for a kimura but Rollins is defending well.
Rollins keeps control of the position for the meantime.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 28:29
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 28:29
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: DFN#29 Mitchell vs Johnson
Date: Jan 13, 2018

#R1#
Hoffman shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Sin but Sin pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Sin 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.
Hoffman moves forwards but Sin connects with a nice, crisp jab.#CL#
Hoffman rushes Sin and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#TD#
Hoffman has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Sin uses from the top position.
Hoffman keeping moving, preventing Sin from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Hoffman is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Sin sitting in guard here, content to control. #T1##SUB#
Hoffman looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Hoffman 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##SUB#
Hoffman is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Sin keeping control of the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Hoffman is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB#
Hoffman is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Sin doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Hoffman .
Sin controlling the leg, holding on to half guard. #T2##SUB#
Hoffman is looking for a kimura here.
Hoffman trying to mount his opponent but Sin defends it. #SUB#
Hoffman is trying to work for a kimura but Sin is defending well.
Hoffman drops an elbow to the side of Sin's head. #SUB#
Sin is defending against the submission attempts here by Hoffman .
Sin has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Hoffman is working away from the top position though.#T3#
Hoffman sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Sin defending well though.
Sin is trying to maintain the position but Hoffman is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB#
Hoffman wants to work for an arm triangle but Sin is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB#
Hoffman wants to work for an arm triangle but Sin is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Sin moves into full guard.
Hoffman working some strikes from top position.#SUB#
Hoffman drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Sin manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Hoffman has Sin in his guard.#REVB#
Sin passes Hoffman 's left leg - he's now in half guard. #T4##SUB#
Hoffman looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Still in half guard, Sin seems content to control.#SUB#
Hoffman looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Sin in particular looking to stall.
Sin seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Hoffman does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sin stalling.
Hoffman regains full guard. Nicely done.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Albert Hoffman dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Hoffman tries to clinch but Sin moves out of range.
Sin throws out a counter right but Hoffman avoids it with no problem.
Hoffman shoots and misses
and Sin counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Sin misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hoffman .
A telegraphed right hand from Sin misses the target.
A head kick misses from Sin.
A slapping body kick lands there for Sin.
Hoffman shoots in for a takedown but Sin shows good takedown defense.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hoffman blocks a head kick by Sin.
A big left from Sin misses.
Hoffman moves out of range of the body kick from Sin.
Hoffman tries to counter with a takedown but Sin is quick to defend against it.#T1#
Hoffman fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Albert Hoffman . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sin misses the shot to the body.
Hoffman attempts a counter takedown but Sin avoids it well and moves away.
Hoffman ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Sin paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Sin misses with an uppercut
and Hoffman connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Sin throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Hoffman stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Sin has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Hoffman shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Sin pinned against the cage. Sin gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T2##TD#
Hoffman darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Hoffman is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Sin doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Hoffman .
Sin is trying to maintain the position but Hoffman is very close to passing his half guard.
Hoffman missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Hoffman throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Sin to regain full guard. #T3#
Sin looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hoffman is one step ahead there.
Sin avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #SUB#
Hoffman drops back, looking for a kneebar! Sin looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Sin looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Sin! #REVB#
Sin trying to control the action but Hoffman is working from the bottom.
Hoffman is being controlled here.
Hoffman tries to improve position but can't.
Sin trying to control the action but Hoffman is working from the bottom.
Hoffman can't do much from the bottom here. #T4#
Hoffman is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Sin is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Hoffman is squirming around, avoiding Sin's attempts to control the action.
Hoffman is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Sin trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Hoffman can't escape the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sin tries to control but Hoffman wriggling away.
Hoffman is trying to escape the mount.
Hoffman is squirming around, avoiding Sin's attempts to control the action.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lee Sin showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Hoffman throws a chopping leg kick but Sin manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Sin is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Sin misses with a looping left.
A solid leg kick lands there for Hoffman . #CL#
Hoffman fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Sin, pushing him back against the cage.
Sin pushes Hoffman back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Sin works on Hoffman 's body with a couple of short punches.
Sin throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Hoffman s head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A short right from Sin on the inside.
Hoffman has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Sin avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Hoffman has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Sin after a bit of a struggle.
A short uppercut from Sin.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Hoffman tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Sin smiles and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Albert Hoffman . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sin swings for the body but Hoffman moves out of range. #T1#
Sin throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Sin works Hoffman 's body with a nice hook.
Lee Sin is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Sin sizes up Hoffman with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #ROC2#
Hoffman is rocked!
A leg kick checked by Hoffman .
Hoffman looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Hoffman throws a push kick but Sin slaps the foot to one side.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Sin! But no joy.
Hoffman with a lazy takedown attempt
and Sin counters with a slapping leg kick.
A left lands for Sin.
Oh Hoffman is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Hoffman avoids the body shot from Sin.
Hoffman gets hit by the mother of all head kicks and drops to the canvas in a crumpled heap! Woooow, the Internet is going to be talking about this one for weeks!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Lee Sin!
Lee Sin seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: DUEL#114 Hoffman vs Chigg
Date: Dec 16, 2017

#R1#
Hoffman walks into a straight right hand from Chigg.
Crunch! Chigg slams his shin into Hoffman 's torso.
Hoffman will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Hoffman sets himself, and Chigg steps forward looking for the clinch! Hoffman avoids it this time.
Chigg throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hoffman fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Chigg avoids it really well and circles away.
A countering left hand to the body from Chigg misses.
Chigg misses the shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chigg ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hoffman moves away.
Hoffman changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Hoffman has his takedown stuffed#CL2#
and Chigg counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Chigg.
I was talking to Hoffman 's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Albert Hoffman . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Chigg tries to throw a body punch but Hoffman avoids it by throwing Chigg back against the cage. #T1#
Chigg fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Hoffman blocks a body shot from Chigg.
Hoffman blocks a body shot from Chigg.
Chigg scores with a shoulder strike.
Chigg tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Chigg misses with some punches.
Chigg misses with the head strike.
Chigg lands a left hand.
Still in the clinch, Chigg scores with a nice short uppercut.
A short uppercut from Chigg.
Chigg misses with a punch to the body.
Chigg is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Hoffman prevents a body shot from Chigg.
Chigg stops a takedown attempt from Hoffman .
Hoffman wants a takedown.
Chigg prevents a takedown attempt there.
Chigg working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Hoffman is trying to drag Chigg to the mat but Chigg just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#T2#
Hoffman jumps guard but Chigg stands there with Hoffman around his waist. Hoffman gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Chigg works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Chigg lands a right hand that snaps the head of Hoffman backwards.
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!
Chigg misses with a punch to the body.
Chigg stops a takedown attempt from Hoffman .
Chigg lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Chigg lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Hoffman backwards.
Chigg misses with a body punch.
Chigg softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Hoffman drops down looking for an ankle pick but Chigg pulls his leg out and moves away.
Chigg throws a lazy uppercut #TD#
and Hoffman counters with a single leg into guard. Chigg didn't expect that.
Chigg not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #ES2#
Chigg is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
Chigg lands a left hand. #T3#
Chigg lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Chigg misses with a punch to the body.
Chigg gets underhooks to prevent Hoffman 's takedown attempt.
Hoffman tries to score a body lock takedown but Chigg shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Chigg is leaning against Hoffman and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Chigg misses with a punch on the inside. #BC2#
Chigg manages to break the clinch.
Chigg tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hoffman was well out of range. Poor timing from Chigg.
Chigg tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hoffman was well out of range. Poor timing from Chigg.
Hoffman tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Chigg defends well and Hoffman ends up having to push Chigg into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Chigg throws a leg kick #TD#
and Hoffman counters with a nice double leg into side control. Chigg won't be happy with that.
Chigg is trying to improve his position.
Hoffman with the ground and pound but Chigg regains half guard under the barage of strikes. #T4##SUB#
Chigg is defending against the submission attempts here by Hoffman .
Chigg wants to control but Hoffman is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Chigg pushes Hoffman off looking to stand but Hoffman dives back in and keeps control.
Chigg manages to get to full guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Chigg looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hoffman is one step ahead there.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Hoffman with a flurry of punches that miss. #SUB#
Hoffman drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Hoffman jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Hoffman postures up and lands a big shot to Chigg's brow.
Hoffman throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Maya Chigg dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Chigg throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Hoffman slips a jab and a cross from Chigg.
A counter left hand to the body from Hoffman misses its target.
A low kick from Chigg misses #TD#
and Hoffman counters with a takedown into side control.
Hoffman is putting a hurting on Chigg here, landing some big shots from side control.
Chigg manages to work his way to half guard, despite Hoffman 's best efforts.#SUB#
Hoffman seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB#
Hoffman is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Hoffman missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Hoffman prevents Chigg from improving his position.
Chigg pushes Hoffman off looking to stand but Hoffman dives back in and keeps control.
Hoffman missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T1#
Hoffman tries to pass the half guard into mount. Chigg knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB#
Hoffman is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Chigg is trying to stand up here but Hoffman is controlling him well. #SUB#
Hoffman is trying to work for a kimura but Chigg is defending well.
Hoffman thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #ES2#
Chigg manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Hoffman shoots in for a takedown but Chigg shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Chigg looks to land a body kick but Hoffman moved away.
Chigg catches Hoffman with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#T2#
Chigg swats away the attempt to clinch by Hoffman .
Chigg has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Chigg throws a body shot but no joy.
Hoffman avoids a kick to the body.
Hoffman seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Hoffman takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#KD2#
Chigg drops Hoffman with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Hoffman looks back up at him and smiles so Chigg waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed. #ROC2#
Hoffman is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hoffman takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Oh Hoffman is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Chigg stuffs the takedown attempt from Hoffman . Hoffman gets slowly back to his feet.
Hoffman seems to have got his legs back now.
Hoffman misses with a takedown
and Chigg counters with a left to the body.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Albert Hoffman . That's going to take a lot out of him.#T3#
Hoffman avoids the head kick by Chigg.
Hoffman keeps the fight on the outside.
Chigg misses with a lunging right hand #TD#
so Hoffman counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Hoffman looking to pass the guard.
Hoffman postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#ES2#
Chigg is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
Chigg lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Hoffman backwards.
Hoffman is trying to drag Chigg to the mat but Chigg just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Hoffman is looking to take this one to the mat.#T4#
Hoffman has Chigg pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Chigg manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Chigg fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Chigg lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Chigg misses with a body punch.
Hoffman is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Chigg to keep the fight standing.#TD#
Hoffman has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Chigg uses from the top position.
Hoffman looking to hit a scissor sweep but Chigg is one step ahead there.
Hoffman 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.
Hoffman is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hoffman looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Chigg puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Chigg not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Chigg missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Hoffman is looking to improve his position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Maya Chigg 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#
Hoffman fails with a takedown attempt.
Chigg throws a leg kick #TD#
and Hoffman counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Hoffman working Chigg over with strikes. #ES2#
Chigg pushes Hoffman off and gets back to his feet.
Hoffman fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Chigg has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Hoffman shoots in looking for a takedown but Chigg manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Hoffman 's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Chigg tries to counter with a clinch but Hoffman shakes him off and moves away.
Chigg thuds a left hand into Hoffman 's body.
Hoffman tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Chigg defends well and Hoffman ends up having to push Chigg into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Albert Hoffman . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hoffman keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hoffman tries to counter by clinching up but Chigg breaks away and moves out of range.
Chigg throws a body shot but no joy.
Maya Chigg seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T1#
Chigg throws a head kick that misses #TD#
and Hoffman decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Chigg's guard.
Hoffman stands up over Chigg, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Chigg looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Chigg has momentary wrist control but Hoffman slips an elbow through the middle.
Hoffman prevents Chigg from getting back to his feet.
Chigg wants to sweep here but Hoffman controlling him for the moment.
Hoffman looking to pass the guard.
Hoffman is working hard here to advance position.
Chigg bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Hoffman 's guard. #REVB##SUB#
Hoffman is looking for a triangle but Chigg pushes his legs off easily.
Chigg trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T2#
Hoffman wants to sweep but no luck.
Hoffman preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SUB#
Hoffman escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Chigg gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Albert Hoffman overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Chigg forces his way into half guard.#SU2#
Chigg stands, ready to strike. The ref makes him back up and allows Hoffman to get to his feet.
Chigg takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hoffman bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Hoffman slips a straight right by Chigg.#T3#
Chigg dips to his left and cracks Hoffman with an uppercut!#CL#
Hoffman rushes Chigg and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Chigg.
Hoffman throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Chigg blocks it with crossed arms.
Hoffman tries to pull guard but Chigg forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Hoffman blocks a body shot from Chigg.
Hoffman tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
A right hook to the body lands for Chigg.
A right handed body shot lands from Chigg.
Chigg presses Hoffman against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Hoffman blocks a body shot from Chigg.
Chigg stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Chigg has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Chigg tries to work over Hoffman 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Hoffman looking for a takedown. #BC2#
Chigg breaks the clinch. #KD2#
Chigg lands a big head kick that sends Hoffman tumbling to the mat! Chigg takes a step backwards and waves Hoffman back to his feet - he wants the finish!#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL2#
Chigg gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Hoffman has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Chigg is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Hoffman has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Chigg after a bit of a struggle.
Chigg misses with a body punch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Chigg.
Chigg scores with a hook to the body.
Chigg lands with a right to the head.
Chigg creates a bit of space for himself and rocks Hoffman with a big uppercut! Hoffman tries to clinch up but Chigg pushes him back against the cage and lands another monster strike that crumples Hoffman to the mat! Hoffman covers up and Chigg unloads with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:43 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Maya Chigg!
Maya Chigg made sure to mention his sponsor, HGH Nutrients Q160 Tycoons Best Quality supps in his post fight interview.

Event: DUEL#109 Hoffman vs Johnsson
Date: Nov 25, 2017

#R1#
Hoffman shoots in and drives through. Johnsson sprawls well.
Johnsson unleashes a big counter combination but Hoffman bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Johnsson feints a jab promting Hoffman to slip. Johnsson then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Hoffman slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Hoffman shoots and misses
and Johnsson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
We've been hearing reports that Hoffman has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Hoffman uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Johnsson.
Hoffman uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Johnsson.
Johnsson misses with an attempted mid kick.
Hoffman appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Hoffman tries to close the distance and clinch up but Johnsson swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Hoffman moves out of range as Johnsson throws a body kick.
Johnsson throws a leg kick #CL#
and Hoffman holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hoffman has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Johnsson after a bit of a struggle.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Albert Hoffman . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hoffman has Johnsson pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Johnsson manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Johnsson working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Hoffman prevents a body shot from Johnsson.
Hoffman prevents Johnsson from breaking the clinch.
Johnsson misses with a short punch on the inside. #T1#
Hoffman blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Johnsson.
Johnsson lands with a right to the head.
Johnsson prevents a takedown attempt there. #BC2#
Johnsson breaks the clinch.
A slapping leg kick lands for Hoffman .
Hoffman avoids the body shot from Johnsson. #CL#
Hoffman clinches.
Johnsson will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Hoffman up against the cage.
A hook to the body from Johnsson.
Hoffman tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Johnsson lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Hoffman backwards.
Hoffman with an attempt at a knee that misses. #T2#
Johnsson stalling the fight.
Hoffman is trying to pull guard but Johnsson has him pressed against the cage.#BC2#
Johnsson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Johnsson throws a quick inside leg kick.
Hoffman gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Johnsson counters with a nice body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hoffman bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Hoffman is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Johnsson throws a push kick but Hoffman slaps the foot to one side.
Hoffman misses with a body kick.
Johnsson misses with a looping left.
Hoffman appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Hoffman slips under a jab from Johnsson.#T3#
Hoffman misses with a takedown attempt - Johnsson sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Johnsson connects with the punch.
Hoffman will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
A slapping leg kick lands for Johnsson.
Johnsson throws a chopping leg kick but Hoffman manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Hoffman ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Johnsson misses with a series of wild punches.
Johnsson throws a shot from downtown. Hoffman moves away and avoids it.
Johnsson misses with a left hand #TD#
and Hoffman decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Johnsson's guard.#T4#
Hoffman distracts Johnsson with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Hoffman drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Hoffman jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Hoffman 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.#SUB#
Hoffman postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Johnsson is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Hoffman , into his guard. #REVB#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#SUB#
Hoffman looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Johnsson passes into side control.
Hoffman can't do much from the bottom here.
Hoffman tries to bench press Johnsson off him but Johnsson keeps the position.
Johnsson controls the position.
Hoffman is looking for a sweep.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gunnar Johnsson dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Hoffman drops his hands momentarily and Johnsson takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
A head kick by Johnsson misses #TD#
and Hoffman decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Johnsson's guard.
Hoffman cracks Johnsson with a solid left hand.
Johnsson pulls Hoffman in close to prevent any damage.
Hoffman is looking to work some ground and pound but Johnsson has wrist control.
Johnsson has momentary wrist control but Hoffman slips an elbow through the middle.
Johnsson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Johnsson is on top in guard. #REVB##SUB#
Hoffman is looking for a triangle but Johnsson pushes his legs off easily.
Johnsson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hoffman trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Hoffman might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Johnsson wants to control from the top but Hoffman keeps moving. #T1#
Johnsson throws a big right hand that misses.
Johnsson won't allow Hoffman to sweep him here.
Johnsson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hoffman is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Hoffman looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Johnsson is defending well. Hoffman quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Johnsson has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Hoffman celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:37 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Albert Hoffman !
Albert Hoffman is the new welterweight champion!
Albert Hoffman gave a mention to Urban Fighter in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

Event: DUEL#104 Staal vs Momochi
Date: Oct 28, 2017

#R1#
Newton shoots in and drives through. Hoffman sprawls well.#TD#
Hoffman scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#SUB#
Hoffman goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Newton rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Hoffman 's guard! Nice work there by Newton!
Hoffman might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB#
Hoffman is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Newton defends well.
Newton trying to control the position from guard on top but Hoffman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Hoffman has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Newton can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Newton looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Newton drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Newton jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Hoffman seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Newton preventing the sweep. #T1#
Hoffman keeping moving, preventing Newton from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Newton got a little sloppy there for a moment and Hoffman has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Newton has managed to get both his arms back between Hoffman 's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Hoffman working for a triangle but Newton defends it easily.
Newton trying to control the position from guard on top but Hoffman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Newton drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Newton jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Newton seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #SUB#
Hoffman working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Newton doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Hoffman is tightening it up a little... Newton has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Newton reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Newton taps out! Nice BJJ there by Hoffman !

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Albert Hoffman !
After the big win, Albert Hoffman made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Urban Fighter and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

Event: DUEL#98 Allen vs Stenberg
Date: Sep 30, 2017

#R1#
Hoffman shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Momochi defends it nicely.
Momochi 's corner calls for a 1-2. Momochi obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Momochi tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Hoffman swivels and escapes.
Momochi throws a hook to the side of Hoffman 's head but Hoffman sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Momochi looks to land a combination but Hoffman avoids it well.
Momochi stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Momochi wants it to stay on the feet.
Hoffman keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Momochi .
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Momochi shoots in but Hoffman avoids the takedown attempt easily.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Momochi is defended easily by Hoffman .
Hoffman is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sandayu Momochi . That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Momochi thuds his right hand into Hoffman 's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Momochi throws a hook but Hoffman blocks it.
Momochi misses with a hook #CL2#
and Hoffman counters by moving into the clinch.
Hoffman drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it. #TD2#
Hoffman has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Momochi is trying to keep an underhook but Hoffman manages to get the takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Momochi looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Hoffman is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Hoffman is looking to advance position but Momochi won't allow it.
Momochi is looking to improve his position. #T2##SUB#
Momochi looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Momochi 's coaches at #ICC4ISREAL have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Momochi is looking to improve his position. #SUB2#
Hoffman looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Momochi on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Momochi is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Hoffman scores with a couple of nice shots.#SUB#
Momochi looking for submissions off his back.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB#
Momochi looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Hoffman is trying to work for a kimura but Momochi is defending well. #T3#
Nice strikes from Hoffman there. #SUB2#
Hoffman is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Momochi doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Hoffman . #SUB#
Momochi is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hoffman pulls his head out easily.
Momochi is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Momochi gets back to full guard. #SUB#
Momochi is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Hoffman in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Hoffman working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T4#
Momochi wants to sweep here but Hoffman controlling him for the moment.
Hoffman is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Hoffman has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB#
Hoffman is posturing up here but Momochi has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Hoffman tries to roll out but it's too tight and Hoffman has to tap! Slick submission there by Momochi !

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Sandayu Momochi !
A victorious Sandayu Momochi thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: DUEL#92 Muller vs Eirickson
Date: Sep 03, 2017

#R1#
Hoffman moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by Staal.
Staal throws a head kick that misses.
Hoffman fails with a takedown attempt.
Staal misses with a leg kick #TD2#
and Hoffman counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Hoffman trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Hoffman missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Staal tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Staal has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Staal lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Hoffman had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Staal defends it easily.
Staal trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T1##SUB2#
Hoffman is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Staal with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Staal throwing strikes from guard but Hoffman blocks nicely. #SUB2#
Hoffman looking for subs off his back but Staal has passed one foot through into half guard.
Staal keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Staal is pressing down on Hoffman 's thigh, looking to free his foot. Hoffman is holding on for now.
Hoffman is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Hoffman looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T2#
Hoffman wants to control but Staal is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Staal trying to control the action but Hoffman is working from the bottom.
Hoffman taking some punishment here, with Staal in his half guard.
Hoffman has hold of Staal's hands but Staal slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Staal is looking to advance position but Hoffman won't allow it.
Hoffman wants to improve his position but Staal is controlling well.
Hoffman throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Staal controlling the action here.
Staal trying to control the action but Hoffman is working from the bottom. #T3#
Staal is thwarting Hoffman 's attempts to control the position.
Staal is looking to take a break and control but Hoffman is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Hoffman looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Staal is keen to just control but Hoffman is a slippery customer.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Staal working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. #SUB2#
Hoffman looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Hoffman is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Hoffman looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Staal working the head and body with strikes.
Hoffman is looking for a sweep. Staal is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Staal seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Hoffman is looking for a sweep. Staal is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Hoffman is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Staal pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Hoffman looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Hoffman looking for submissions off his back.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hoffman tries to get to full guard but Staal has control of the leg.
Staal is nestled in close to Hoffman , controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Eric Staal dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Hoffman tries to clinch but Staal is having none of it.
Hoffman slips under a jab from Staal.
And Hoffman tries to counter it with a takedown but Staal pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Staal tries to land a front kick but Hoffman steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Hoffman wants to counter the offense by Staal and move into the clinch position.
Hoffman moves out of range as Staal strikes.
Staal fails with a takedown attempt.
Hoffman tries to counter with a clinch but Staal shakes him off and moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Hoffman looking for a takedown here - he's got it.#T1#
Staal pulls Hoffman in close to prevent any damage.
Hoffman working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Staal looking for a sweep. Not yet Staal, not yet.
Hoffman trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Staal bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Hoffman 's guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Hoffman had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Staal defends it easily.#SUB2#
Hoffman is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Staal stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hoffman swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Eric Staal overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB2#
Hoffman is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Staal defends well.#T2#
Staal wants to control from the top but Hoffman keeps moving.
Staal is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Hoffman is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#SUB2#
Staal avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Staal will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB2#
Hoffman is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Staal is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Staal avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB2#
Hoffman working for a triangle but Staal defends it easily.
Hoffman manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Staal manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB##T3#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Staal holds on and takes a little breather.
Staal bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Hoffman 's guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Hoffman looking for a guillotine here but Staal defends easily.
Hoffman keeping moving, preventing Staal from controlling successfully.
Staal scoring with punches to the head and body.
Staal sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB2#
Staal got a little sloppy there for a moment and Hoffman has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Staal has managed to get both his arms back between Hoffman 's legs - danger averted.#T4#
Hoffman thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
Staal keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Hoffman 's head.
Staal is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB2#
Staal avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB2#
Hoffman had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Staal defends it easily.
Staal working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Staal is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB2#
Hoffman looking for subs off his back but Staal has passed one foot through into half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Albert Hoffman will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R3#
Hoffman throws a sloppy head kick
and Staal counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Staal swats away the attempt to clinch by Hoffman .
Hoffman slips under a jab from Staal.#CL2#
Hoffman moves into the clinch.#BC#
Staal breaks from the clinch.
Staal swats away the attempt to clinch by Hoffman .
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hoffman with a lazy takedown attempt
and Staal cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Hoffman lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#T1#
Nice sprawl there from Staal as Hoffman shoots in.
Hoffman blocks a jab.
Hoffman is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Hoffman avoids a kick to the body.
Hoffman moves out of range of the body kick.
Hoffman counters with a body kick.
Hoffman avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Staal misses with a head kick.
Staal lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Hoffman tries to clinch there but Staal circles away.
Staal throws the kick towards the body but Hoffman avoids it.
Hoffman swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T2#
Hoffman avoids the head kick by Staal.
Nice defenses there by Hoffman .
Staal swings widly with a right hand #TD2#
and Hoffman counters with a single leg into guard. Staal didn't expect that.
Staal can't keep his opponent in guard - Hoffman advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB2#
Hoffman is trying to work for a kimura but Staal is defending well.
Staal wants to control but Hoffman is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB2#
Hoffman is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Staal tries to roll over but Hoffman keeps him under control.#T3#
Staal regains full guard. Nicely done.
Hoffman preventing the sweep.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Staal is on top in guard. #REVR#
Hoffman has momentary wrist control but Staal slips an elbow through the middle.#SUB2#
Hoffman has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Staal can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Staal's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SUB2#
Hoffman is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Staal is aware though and is defending well.
Hoffman keeping moving, preventing Staal from controlling successfully.
Hoffman can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Staal controls the pace.#T4#
Staal stopping the sweep attempt from Hoffman .#SUB2#
Hoffman looking for subs off his back but Staal has passed one foot through into half guard.
Hoffman is trying to get back to full guard.
Staal lands strikes from half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Staal perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Staal looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Hoffman with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Staal wants to control but Hoffman is keeping him busy.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Eric Staal clearly takes 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.
#R4##CL2#
Staal gets tackled into the cage by Hoffman . Hoffman maintains the clinch. #TD#
Staal has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Hoffman is trying to keep an underhook but Staal manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Hoffman gets back to full guard. #SUB2#
Hoffman working for submissions but it's allowed Staal to get to half guard.
Staal looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#SUB2#
Hoffman looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Hoffman wants to control but Staal is keeping busy and won't allow it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Staal looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Hoffman with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #SUB2#
Hoffman looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T1#
Hoffman is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Staal scores with a couple of nice shots.
Staal is keen to just control but Hoffman is a slippery customer.
Hoffman misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Staal content to control rather than advance.
Staal is nestled in close to Hoffman , controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Staal is trying to control the action in half guard but Hoffman is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Staal is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Staal connects with a nice short shot to Hoffman 's temple. #ROC#
Hoffman is rocked!
Staal lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Hoffman is still in real trouble! Can Staal finish him?
Staal is controlling the pace.
Hoffman tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land. #T2#
Still in half guard, Staal seems content to control.
Hoffman seems to have recovered his senses.
Hoffman wants to improve his position but Staal is controlling well.
Hoffman taking some punishment here, with Staal in his half guard.
Staal is pressing down on Hoffman 's thigh, looking to free his foot. Hoffman is holding on for now.
Staal is keen to just control but Hoffman is a slippery customer.#SUB2#
Hoffman is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Staal pulls his head out easily.
Staal wants to pass to mount but Hoffman is defending the position.
Hoffman trying to get back to full guard but Staal takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!#T3#
Staal controlling his opponent.
Staal landing shots from mount.
Hoffman is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Staal tries to control but Hoffman wriggling away.
Staal looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Staal punishing his opponent with strikes.
Staal scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Hoffman ?
Hoffman is looking to improve his position but Staal isn't that keen on the idea.
Hoffman bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!#T4#
Staal has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Hoffman is in close to Staal's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Staal trying to keep a closed guard but Hoffman is proving a slippery customer.
Hoffman throws a big right hand that misses.
Hoffman looking to pass the guard.
Hoffman loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hoffman throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Staal works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Staal tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Hoffman is looking to work some ground and pound but Staal has wrist control.
Staal is trying to keep Hoffman in close.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Eric Staal had his way with Albert Hoffman in 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. And we move into the final round!
#R5#
Staal lands a jab to Hoffman 's midsection.
Staal throws a nasty head kick that just misses. He throws another kick to the head of his opponent and almost takes it off! Hoffman crumples to the floor and the fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:20 of round 5, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Eric Staal!
Eric Staal is the new middleweight champion!

Event: DUEL#89 Proctor vs Muller
Date: Aug 09, 2017

#R1#
A low kick from Haack misses #TD2#
and Hoffman counters with a shoot takedown. Haack fights it but they end up in guard.
Haack is pulling down on Hoffman 's head to control his posture.
Hoffman throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Hoffman stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Haack swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Haack looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hoffman is one step ahead there.
Hoffman with a flurry of punches that miss.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hoffman postures up in Haack's guard and throws a big left but Haack blocks it.
Hoffman with a flurry of punches that miss.
Hoffman keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Haack's head.#SUB2#
Hoffman drops back looking for a leg! Haack is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Haack manages to kick Hoffman off! Hoffman jumps back into Haack's guard.
Hoffman has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Hoffman stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Haack swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T1##SUB2#
Hoffman drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Haack dives on top into guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Hoffman has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Haack doesn't defend quickly enough and Hoffman has managed to lock this one up! Can Haack escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Hoffman on a fantastic submission victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Albert Hoffman !
Albert Hoffman is the new middleweight champion!
Albert Hoffman made sure to mention his sponsor, Urban Fighter in his post fight interview.

Event: DUEL#83 Ibaka vs Paquette
Date: Jul 15, 2017

#R1#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Hoffman , as that shot connected. #TD2#
Better shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Better trying to control but Hoffman is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Hoffman escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Better gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Hoffman working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Better doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Better manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Hoffman throws his legs up looking for a submission but Better uses it to pass to side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hoffman tries to strike from the bottom but misses.
Better lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face. #SUB2#
Better is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Hoffman has escaped the position, nice work there.
Hoffman is trying to get back to half guard.#T1#
Better in side control lands a decent elbow.
Hoffman is looking to regain half guard here but Better keeps moving and retains side control.
Better trying to control the action but Hoffman is working from the bottom.
Hoffman tries to improve position but can't.
Hoffman is trying to control Better's posture but Better avoids it.
Hoffman regains half guard.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Hoffman tries to roll over but Better keeps him under control.
Better wants to control but Hoffman is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Hoffman looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Hoffman tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Better seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Better is looking to take a break and control but Hoffman is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Hoffman is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Better pulls his head out easily.
Better is keen to just control but Hoffman is a slippery customer.
Better working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. #T3#
Hoffman gets back to full guard.
Better stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hoffman swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Hoffman looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Hoffman might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB#
Hoffman throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Hoffman throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Hoffman bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Better's guard. #REVR#
Hoffman is in close to Better's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Better avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T4#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Better is on top in guard. #REVB#
Better postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Better distracts Hoffman with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#SUB#
Hoffman working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Better has passed into half guard!
Better slips a nice elbow through Hoffman 's hands, connecting with Hoffman 's forehead.
Better scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Better looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Hoffman gets back to full guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hoffman working a defensive guard here. #SUB#
Hoffman has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Better can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Evan Better dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Better throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Better swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hoffman needs to keep his hands up - Better had a free shot at his head there.
Hoffman fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Better appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Hoffman looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Better misses the shot to the body.
Better misses with a hook #TD#
and Hoffman counters with a nice double leg into side control. Better won't be happy with that.
Better is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Hoffman off and has taken his back!
Hoffman is trying to break free.
Hoffman is working hard here to advance position.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Better tries to get the hooks in deep but Hoffman pushed the leg off.
Hoffman tries to escape but Better has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Better lands a couple of good shots to his opponent's body and a final shot to the head. Good little attack there by Better. #SUB2#
Better looking for the choke but no joy. #T1#
Hoffman manages to reverse the position and now he's in Better's guard. Nice work there by Hoffman .
Hoffman keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Better's head.#SUB2#
Better escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Hoffman gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Better is pulling down on Hoffman 's head. It's preventing any offense from Hoffman , at least for the moment.
Hoffman is working Better over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #T2#
Hoffman lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#SUB#
Hoffman has gone for a leg lock! Better slips out almost immediately though and dives into Hoffman 's guard.#REVB##SUB#
Better has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Hoffman to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Better is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Hoffman pulls down on the head and he's put Better to sleep! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:29 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Albert Hoffman !
Albert Hoffman gave a mention to Urban Fighter in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).
The defeated Evan Better had this to say: 'Lucky, lucky, lucky.'.

Event: RFL 31:
Date: Jun 17, 2017

#R1#
Tyyp tries to land a body kick#TD2#
and Hoffman decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Tyyp's guard.
Tyyp looking for a sweep. Not yet Tyyp, not yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hoffman throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Tyyp works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Hoffman is pushing down on Tyyp's leg trying to pass to half guard. Tyyp is fighting to maintain full guard but Hoffman has managed to sneak the leg through.
Tyyp tries to roll over but Hoffman keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Hoffman is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Tyyp sees it coming and defends easily.
Hoffman looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Tyyp with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Tyyp 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.#SUB2#
Hoffman is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Tyyp still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Tyyp has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work!
Both fighters take a look at the clock.
Hoffman has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Hoffman wants to control but Tyyp postures up.
Tyyp cracks Hoffman with an elbow. That is naaassty.#T1#
Hoffman struggling a bit here.
Hoffman tries to buck Tyyp off but Tyyp is having none of it.
Tyyp landing a few strikes.
Tyyp connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Hoffman some visible discomfort.
Tyyp controlling from side mount.
Hoffman is looking for a sweep.
Hoffman is still trying to improve position.#SUB#
Tyyp swings around for an armbar but Hoffman sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Tyyp's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hoffman tries to free his leg and advance position but Tyyp is retaining full guard. #T2#
Hoffman landing with the ground and pound.
Hoffman in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Tyyp is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Hoffman wants to pass the guard but Tyyp is keeping the position.
Tyyp is pulling down on Hoffman 's head. It's preventing any offense from Hoffman , at least for the moment.
Tyyp is trying to keep Hoffman in close.
Hoffman throws a strike but Tyyp rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR##SUB2#
Hoffman looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Tyyp preventing the sweep. #T3##SUB2#
Hoffman looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Tyyp passes into half guard.
Tyyp working Hoffman over with strikes.
Hoffman is not content to let Tyyp control the position.#SUB#
Tyyp is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Hoffman sees it coming and defends easily.
Tyyp will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB#
Tyyp is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Hoffman defends it well. #SUB#
Tyyp is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Hoffman has managed to free his arm - good work.
The fighters are battling for position here. Hoffman manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T4##SUB2#
Hoffman throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Tyyp lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Tyyp with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Tyyp keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Hoffman 's head.
Tyyp distracts Hoffman with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#SUB2#
Tyyp avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Tyyp trying to control but Hoffman is working from the bottom.
Hoffman wants to sweep but no luck.
Tyyp chips away with some ground and pound.
Tyyp trying to control but Hoffman is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Mingi Tyyp will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Tyyp pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Tyyp looks for the body kick but Hoffman saw that one coming.
Hoffman blocks a head kick by Tyyp.
Hoffman walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Hoffman throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Tyyp closes the distance and clinches up with Hoffman , looking for a takedown. Tyyp pushes Hoffman against the cage but Hoffman circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Tyyp throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Hoffman feints the counter takedown.#TD2#
Hoffman throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Tyyp tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Hoffman is in Tyyp's guard.
Tyyp is looking to stand up but Hoffman isn't so interested in that idea.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tyyp is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Hoffman pushing down on Tyyp's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T1#
Tyyp wants to improve his position but Hoffman is controlling well.
Tyyp gets full guard.
Hoffman throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Tyyp works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Hoffman postures up in Tyyp's guard and throws a big left but Tyyp blocks it.
Hoffman loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Hoffman stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tyyp swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hoffman is pushing down on Tyyp's leg trying to pass to half guard. Tyyp is fighting to maintain full guard but Hoffman has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB2#
Hoffman is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Hoffman not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #T2##SUB2#
Hoffman is working for a kimura here but Tyyp manages to reverse the position and he's now in Hoffman 's guard. #SUB2#
Hoffman working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Tyyp doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Tyyp manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Tyyp keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Hoffman 's head.
Tyyp is working Hoffman over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Hoffman looking for a sweep. Not yet Hoffman , not yet.
Tyyp working some strikes from top position.#SUB2#
Hoffman had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Tyyp defends it easily.#SUB2#
Hoffman looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Tyyp passes into half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Tyyp in particular looking to stall.#T3#
Tyyp prevents Hoffman from improving his position.#SUB2#
Hoffman actively working from the bottom here.
Hoffman tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Tyyp has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Tyyp breaks from Hoffman 's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Tyyp trying to control but Hoffman is having none of it.
Hoffman keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard. #T4#
Tyyp scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Hoffman ?
Tyyp prevents Hoffman from getting the reversal.
Hoffman wants to hold on but Tyyp pushes him away.
Tyyp lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Hoffman tries to get back to half guard but can't. #SUB#
Tyyp is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Hoffman has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Hoffman takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Hoffman working to try and regain half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tyyp lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mingi Tyyp dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Tyyp shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Hoffman as he jumps to the side.
Tyyp throws a nice head kick!
Tyyp tries a head kick but it misses.
Tyyp misses with a right hand #TD2#
and Hoffman counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Hoffman .
Tyyp wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2#
Hoffman postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Tyyp is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Hoffman , into his guard. #REVR#
Hoffman looking to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tyyp wants to control from the top but Hoffman keeps moving. #SUB2#
Hoffman is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Tyyp defends well.#T1#
Hoffman trying to keep a closed guard but Tyyp is proving a slippery customer. #SUB2#
Hoffman is looking for a triangle but Tyyp pushes his legs off easily.
Tyyp trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Tyyp trying to control the position from guard on top but Hoffman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tyyp scoring with some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Hoffman is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Tyyp stands up over Hoffman , holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #T2#
Tyyp is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Hoffman preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Tyyp trying to control but Hoffman is working from the bottom.
Hoffman wants to control the position but Tyyp says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard. #SUB#
Tyyp is trying to work for a kimura but Hoffman is defending well.
Tyyp passes into side control, despite Hoffman 's attempt to control the position.
Hoffman manages to work his way to half guard, despite Tyyp's best efforts.
Hoffman wants to improve his position but Tyyp is controlling well.
Tyyp lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #T3#
Hoffman gets back to full guard.
Hoffman is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Tyyp is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hoffman can do to turn this around?
Tyyp cracks Hoffman with a solid left hand.
Tyyp stands up over Hoffman , holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Hoffman is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Tyyp has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Hoffman escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Tyyp gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Tyyp with a nice head shot there.
Tyyp scoring with punches to the head and body.
Tyyp trying to control but Hoffman is working from the bottom.
Tyyp postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#T4#
Tyyp throws a big right hand that misses. #SUB2#
Hoffman is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Tyyp rolls with it to try and escape but Hoffman cranks on the arm and Tyyp is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:31 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Albert Hoffman !
Albert Hoffman took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Urban Fighter for their support in the buildup to the fight.

Event: RFL 26: Seery vs Szczesny 2
Date: May 21, 2017

#R1#
Lucassen stuffs the takedown.
Lucassen keeps the fight on the outside.
A slow jab from Lucassen misses its intended target.
Lucassen misses with a straight left.
Hoffman tries to score a power double leg takedown but Lucassen sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Hoffman somewhat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lucassen throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Hoffman changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Hoffman uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lucassen.
Lucassen misses with a lunging right hand #TD#
and Hoffman counters with a nice double leg into side control. Lucassen won't be happy with that. #SUB#
Hoffman swings around for an armbar but Lucassen sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Hoffman 's guard.#T1#
Lucassen sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Lucassen won't allow Hoffman to sweep him here. #SUB#
Hoffman working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Lucassen doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Lucassen manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Lucassen controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB#
Hoffman had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Lucassen defends it easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lucassen wants to get up but he can't break Hoffman 's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Hoffman wants to sweep but no luck.
Hoffman keeping full guard, as Lucassen tries to pass.
Lucassen showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
Hoffman throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Lucassen is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB#
Hoffman has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Lucassen can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Lucassen not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB#
Hoffman looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Hoffman being controlled here, momentarily. #T3#
Lucassen trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Lucassen slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Hoffman controls Lucassen momentarily but Lucassen frees himself. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Lucassen misses the shot to the body.
Hoffman uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lucassen.
A jab lands there for Lucassen.
Lucassen scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Hoffman doesn't seem bothered though.
Lucassen comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Hoffman shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Lucassen sprawls well. Lucassen wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Hoffman gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Albert Hoffman . That's going to take a lot out of him.#T4#
Some wild striking there from Lucassen.
Lucassen lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Lucassen throws a hook to the side of Hoffman 's head but Hoffman sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hoffman is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Hoffman fails with the takedown.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Arjen Lucassen dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Lucassen throws a looping overhand right but Hoffman ducks down to avoid it.
Lucassen misses with a hook. Hoffman ducked under it nicely.
Lucassen connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Lucassen missing with a left hand there. Hoffman was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Hoffman attempts a counter takedown but Lucassen avoids it well and moves away.
Lucassen misses with a body shot.
Lucassen fails to land with a series of punches.
Hoffman half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Lucassen cracks Hoffman with a good jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lucassen throws a poor cross that misses #CL#
and Hoffman counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Hoffman .
Hoffman tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Lucassen smiles and moves away.
Hoffman tries to clinch up.#T1#
Lucassen throws a lazy uppercut #TD#
and Hoffman decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Lucassen's guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Hoffman 's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Hoffman 's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Lucassen looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Lucassen has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lucassen controls Hoffman momentarily but Hoffman frees himself.
Hoffman stopping the sweep attempt from Lucassen.
Hoffman postures up in Lucassen's guard and throws a big left but Lucassen blocks it.
Hoffman stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lucassen swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Hoffman accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Lucassen keeping full guard, as Hoffman tries to pass.
Albert Hoffman overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Lucassen has his hands on Hoffman 's head, controlling the position.
Hoffman passes into half guard. #T2#
Hoffman thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Lucassen's head. #SUB#
Hoffman is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB#
Hoffman is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Lucassen still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Lucassen has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work!
Lucassen tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily.
Lucassen is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Hoffman will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Hoffman tries to buck Lucassen off but Lucassen is having none of it.#T3#
Lucassen wants to stand but Hoffman is controlling his arm.
Hoffman struggling a bit here.
Lucassen wants to control but Hoffman is keeping him busy.
Lucassen wants to stand but Hoffman is controlling his arm.
Lucassen is looking to take a break and control but Hoffman is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Hoffman manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!#SUB#
Hoffman is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB#
Hoffman is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Lucassen has managed to free his arm - good work. #T4#
Lucassen won't allow Hoffman to pass to mount.
Lucassen keeping control of the position.
Hoffman works his way into full mount!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Hoffman is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Lucassen has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Lucassen!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Arjen Lucassen will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Hoffman 's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Hoffman fails with the takedown
and Lucassen counters with a left to the body.
Lucassen connects with a body shot.
Lucassen misses with an uppercut #CL#
and Hoffman holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. #BC2#
Lucassen's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Lucassen bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Hoffman 's head backwards.
Lucassen connects with a single shot there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lucassen stuffs the takedown attempt from Hoffman . Hoffman gets slowly back to his feet.
Lucassen misses with a right hand #TD#
and Hoffman counters with a nice double leg into side control. Lucassen won't be happy with that. #T1#
Lucassen is trying to get back to half guard.
Hoffman tries to land with some ground and pound but misses. #SUB#
Hoffman tries for a kimura but Lucassen is defending well.
Lucassen struggling a bit here.#SUB#
Hoffman tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Hoffman has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Lucassen is not in a great position here, taking some shots. #SUB#
Hoffman tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T2##SUB#
Hoffman is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Lucassen is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
Hoffman swings around for an armbar but Lucassen sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Hoffman 's guard.#SUB#
Hoffman looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB#
Hoffman is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Lucassen is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Hoffman working for a triangle but Lucassen defends it easily.
Lucassen is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T3##SUB#
Hoffman looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Lucassen is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Let's hope that Lucassen has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Lucassen tries to free his leg and advance position but Hoffman is retaining full guard.
Arjen Lucassen is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Hoffman lands a good elbow from the bottom.
Lucassen wants to control from the top but Hoffman keeps moving.
Lucassen controlling from the top position.
Hoffman trying to keep a closed guard but Lucassen is proving a slippery customer. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#SUB#
Hoffman throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Lucassen looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Lucassen passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Hoffman tries to bench press Lucassen off him but Lucassen keeps the position.
Albert Hoffman has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SU2#
Lucassen has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Arjen Lucassen.
I've got Lucassen winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Felipe Paraventi scores the fight 27:30
Judge Luis Engracia scores the fight 29:28
Judge Seu Braga scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Arjen Lucassen!

Event: RFL 021 Aperitif
Date: Apr 28, 2017

#R1#
Hoffman looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
McCormick throws a low kick but Hoffman moves out of range easily.
Hoffman checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Hoffman fails with an attempt to clinch. #TD#
Hoffman decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Hoffman looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique. #SUB#
Hoffman is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCormick won't allow Hoffman to pass to mount. #T1#
McCormick avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Hoffman .
Hoffman is thwarting McCormick's attempts to control the position.
Hoffman 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.#SUB#
Hoffman wants to work for an arm triangle but McCormick is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB#
Hoffman is looking for a kimura here. #SUB#
Hoffman is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
McCormick is looking for a sweep. Hoffman is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Hoffman is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. McCormick doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Hoffman .
Hoffman wants to pass to mount but McCormick is defending the position. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Hoffman prevents McCormick from improving his position.
Hoffman is pressing down on McCormick's thigh, looking to free his foot. McCormick is holding on for now.
McCormick is trying to control but can't.
McCormick avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Hoffman . #SUB#
Hoffman is looking for a kimura but McCormick is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Hoffman to get the leverage. #SUB#
Hoffman is looking for a kimura here. #SUB#
Hoffman seems to be working for a kimura but McCormick defends the submission attempt.#T3##SUB#
Hoffman is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and McCormick defends it well.
McCormick is looking for a sweep. Hoffman is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hoffman looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks McCormick with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #SUB#
Hoffman is sneakily working for an arm triangle but McCormick sees it coming and defends easily.
McCormick regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Hoffman .
Hoffman pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. McCormick is keeping the position for now.
Hoffman throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T4#
Hoffman is looking to advance position but McCormick has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVB#
Hoffman tries to hold on but McCormick pushes him away.
Hoffman is wriggling around trying to escape.
Hoffman is working hard here to advance position.
McCormick controlling the position easily from mount.
Hoffman sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
McCormick perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hoffman won't allow McCormick to pass to mount.
McCormick is looking to take a break and control but Hoffman is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hoffman is looking to control McCormick's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Hoffman avoid being mounted?
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Albert Hoffman will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Hoffman misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Hoffman fails with a takedown attempt.
McCormick throws a leg kick but Hoffman checks it.
McCormick defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Hoffman .
McCormick appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Albert Hoffman . That's going to take a lot out of him.
McCormick lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCormick scores with a punch to the head.
McCormick stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and McCormick wants it to stay on the feet.
McCormick looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Hoffman uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from McCormick.#T1#
Hoffman ducks under a wild hook from McCormick.#TD#
Hoffman changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. McCormick looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.#ES2#
McCormick throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!#CL#
Hoffman takes the fight into the clinch.
McCormick is defending well against a takedown attempt.#TD#
Hoffman pulls guard effortlessly.
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!#SUB#
Hoffman had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. McCormick defends it easily.
McCormick is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB#
Hoffman throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! McCormick escapes and throws Hoffman 's legs to the side, diving into side control! #T2#
McCormick wants to control but Hoffman is keeping him busy.
McCormick advances to full mount.
Hoffman is working to get back to half guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Hoffman 's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
McCormick controlling from mount.
Hoffman can't escape the position.
Hoffman might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T3#
McCormick controlling the position easily from mount.
McCormick prevents Hoffman from getting the reversal.
McCormick sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
McCormick avoids the attempt from Hoffman to control.
McCormick controlling his opponent.
McCormick is continuing to stall.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Hoffman is in all sorts of trouble here.
Hoffman regains half guard.
Hoffman trying to hold on to McCormick's head to control him but McCormick postures up.
Hoffman manages to get to full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McCormick is pushing down on Hoffman 's leg trying to pass to half guard. Hoffman is fighting to maintain full guard but McCormick has managed to sneak the leg through.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kenny McCormick showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
McCormick checks a leg kick.
McCormick slaps away a takedown attempt from Hoffman , before circling back to the center of the mat.
McCormick has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Hoffman looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
McCormick waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Hoffman .
Hoffman half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
A low kick from McCormick is predictable there
and Hoffman counters with a lovely straight right hand!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCormick misses with a straight right.
McCormick defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Hoffman .
And an attempted straight right on the counter from McCormick! But no joy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Albert Hoffman . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hoffman moves in looking to clinch but McCormick pushes him off.#T1#
McCormick misses with an uppercut
and Hoffman counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kenny McCormick seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Hoffman is defended easily by McCormick.
McCormick looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Hoffman uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McCormick.
Hoffman tries for a takedown but McCormick circles away easily
and Hoffman takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from McCormick enables Hoffman to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. McCormick manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
McCormick wants to sweep here but Hoffman controlling him for the moment. #T2##SUB#
Hoffman drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but McCormick manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Hoffman has McCormick in his guard.#REVB#
McCormick trying to control the position from guard on top but Hoffman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McCormick showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB#
Hoffman working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. McCormick doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. McCormick manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Hoffman is looking for a triangle but McCormick pushes his legs off easily. #T3#
McCormick sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB#
McCormick got a little sloppy there for a moment and Hoffman has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, McCormick has managed to get both his arms back between Hoffman 's legs - danger averted.
Hoffman 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.#SUB#
Hoffman working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. McCormick doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. McCormick manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Hoffman is looking for a triangle but McCormick pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Hoffman escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. McCormick gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
McCormick looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
McCormick looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Hoffman is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Kenny McCormick has got the better of the ground game so far.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hoffman is trying to keep McCormick in close.
McCormick trying to control the position from guard on top but Hoffman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alexandre Firmino scores the fight 28:29
Judge Daniel Cesar scores the fight 28:29
Judge Thiago Cunha scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kenny McCormick!
A relieved looking Kenny McCormick 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: RFL 016 Krause vs Machado
Date: Mar 25, 2017

#R1#
Ballzonya with a hook.
Hoffman slips a jab from Ballzonya.
Hoffman shoots and misses
and Ballzonya counters with a low kick, right behind Hoffman 's knee.
Hoffman shoots in for a takedown but Ballzonya shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Hoffman uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ballzonya.#CL#
Hoffman closes the distance and clinches.
Ballzonya gets underhooks to prevent Hoffman 's takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Albert Hoffman . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ballzonya's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Ballzonya stalling.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hoffman tries to pull guard but Ballzonya won't allow it.
A head punch on the inside from Ballzonya fails to land.
Ballzonya stalling in the clinch.
Ballzonya slowing the pace effectively.
Hoffman throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Ballzonya blocks it with crossed arms. #T1##BC2#
Ballzonya's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Hoffman fails with an attempt to clinch.
Hoffman shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Ballzonya makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#TD#
Hoffman closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Ballzonya's guard.
Hoffman prevents Ballzonya from getting back to his feet.
Hoffman throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Hoffman working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Hoffman might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Ballzonya looking to control.
Hoffman looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Hoffman drops back, looking for a kneebar! Ballzonya looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Ballzonya looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Ballzonya! #REVB#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hoffman tries to buck Ballzonya off but Ballzonya is having none of it.#T2#
Hoffman is trying to control Ballzonya's posture but Ballzonya avoids it.
Ballzonya lands some shots froms side control.
Hoffman tries to improve position but can't.
Hoffman manages to work his way to half guard, despite Ballzonya's best efforts.#SUB#
Hoffman is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ballzonya pulls his head out easily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hoffman wants to get back to full guard but Ballzonya has mounted him!
Hoffman is working to get back to half guard.
Ballzonya looking to control and managing it successfully.
Ballzonya lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Ballzonya lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Hoffman hang on?#T3#
Ballzonya controlling the pace for now.
Ballzonya can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hoffman is looking to escape.
Ballzonya controlling from mount.
Ballzonya landing shots from mount.
Hoffman is squirming around, avoiding Ballzonya's attempts to control the action.
Ballzonya controlling the position easily from mount.
Hoffman working to try and regain half guard. #T4#
Ballzonya scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Hoffman gets back to half guard.
Ballzonya is looking to take a break and control but Hoffman is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Hoffman looking for submissions off his back.
Hoffman is positioning himself well to prevent Ballzonya advancing to mount.
Ballzonya is looking to take a break and control but Hoffman is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Hoffman wants to improve his position but Ballzonya is controlling well.
Hoffman missing with punches from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Harry Ballzonya dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Ballzonya connects with a right hand. Hoffman shakes it off.
A combination from Ballzonya does no damage.
Hoffman changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Hoffman misses with a takedown attempt - Ballzonya sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Ballzonya swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
As Ballzonya tries to get set, Hoffman tries to push him back and clinch up but Ballzonya manages to avoid the attempt.
Hoffman closes this distance looking for a takedown but Ballzonya circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hoffman misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Albert Hoffman . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hoffman slips a straight right by Ballzonya.
Ballzonya checks the leg kick.#T1#
Ballzonya swats away the attempt to clinch by Hoffman .#TD#
Hoffman shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Ballzonya manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Ballzonya pulls Hoffman in close to prevent any damage.
Ballzonya working a defensive guard here.
Hoffman is looking to pass into half guard but Ballzonya pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Ballzonya is in guard.#REVB#
Harry Ballzonya has got the better of the ground game so far.
Ballzonya slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #SUB#
Hoffman had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ballzonya defends it easily.#T2#
Ballzonya passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Ballzonya is looking to take a break and control but Hoffman is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Hoffman is looking for a sweep.
Hoffman is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Ballzonya's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#SUB#
Hoffman actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Hoffman looking for submissions off his back.#T3#
Hoffman tries to roll over but Ballzonya keeps him under control.
Ballzonya seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Hoffman missing with punches from the bottom.
Ballzonya controlling the action here.
Ballzonya has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Hoffman wants to improve his position but Ballzonya is controlling well.
Hoffman is working hard here to advance position.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Hoffman is refusing to be controlled, as Ballzonya sits in half guard.
Ballzonya controlling the action here.
Hoffman is not content to let Ballzonya control the position.
Ballzonya winds up and cracks Hoffman with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #SUB#
Hoffman looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Hoffman is staying active underneath Ballzonya, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ballzonya not doing much here. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Ballzonya fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Harry Ballzonya showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Ballzonya misses the shot to the body.
A punch combination from Hoffman misses.
Ballzonya throws a hook to the side of Hoffman 's head but Hoffman sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Harry Ballzonya seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ballzonya misses with an uppercut. Hoffman saw that one coming.
Ballzonya misses with an uppercut #TD#
and Hoffman counters with a single leg into guard. Ballzonya didn't expect that.
Hoffman throws a big right hand that misses.
Hoffman won't allow Ballzonya to sweep him here.
Ballzonya working a defensive guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ballzonya looking for a sweep. Not yet Ballzonya, not yet.
Hoffman stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ballzonya swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T1#
Hoffman is looking to pass into half guard but Ballzonya pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Ballzonya is in guard.#REVB#
Ballzonya won't allow Hoffman to sweep him here.
Hoffman is striking off his back. Ballzonya thinks nothing of it though and passes easily into half guard. #SUB#
Hoffman with the active half guard here but Ballzonya passes nicely into side control.
Ballzonya wants to stand but Hoffman is controlling his arm.
Hoffman tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hoffman is not content to let Ballzonya control the position.
Ballzonya scoring with punches and elbows. #T2#
Ballzonya wants to stand but Hoffman is controlling his arm.
Ballzonya happy to just control the position for now.
Hoffman tries to buck Ballzonya off but Ballzonya is having none of it.
Ballzonya trying to control the action but Hoffman is working from the bottom.
Ballzonya controlling the position from side mount.
Ballzonya is continuing to stall.#T3#
Ballzonya landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Hoffman manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Ballzonya is holding on to half guard well.#SUB#
Hoffman is looking for a kimura here.
Hoffman not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Ballzonya gets back to full guard.
Ballzonya lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Hoffman 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##T4#
Hoffman misses with a head shot. Ballzonya uses the momentum to regain guard.
Hoffman missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Hoffman is pushing down on Ballzonya's leg trying to pass to half guard. Ballzonya is fighting to maintain full guard but Hoffman has managed to sneak the leg through.
Harry Ballzonya is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Ballzonya works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB#
Hoffman drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Ballzonya dives on top into guard.#REVB#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB#
Hoffman looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Ballzonya has picked Hoffman up and slammed him! Hoffman can't keep hold of the triangle and Ballzonya manages to pass to side control!
Albert Hoffman has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hoffman misses with an elbow from the bottom.
Ballzonya tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily.
Hoffman tries to bench press Ballzonya off him but Ballzonya keeps the position.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alexandre Firmino scores the fight 27:30
Judge Thiago Cunha scores the fight 27:30
Judge Matheus Silva scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Harry Ballzonya!
Harry Ballzonya took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Milwaukee's Best 160 for their support in the buildup to the fight.

Event: RFL 012 Business-Unz-Gordon
Date: Mar 08, 2017

#R1#
Herrera dives in for a single leg takedown but Hoffman sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Hoffman looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Herrera has his takedown stuffed#CL#
and Hoffman moves into the clinch.#TD#
Hoffman manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Herrera stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hoffman swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Hoffman is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Herrera frees his head nicely. Oh but Hoffman has switched to an armbar! Herrera is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Albert Hoffman !
Albert Hoffman very nearly forgot to thank Urban Fighter amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

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

#R1#
Hoffman shoots in but Luca avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Hoffman 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.
Hoffman shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Luca counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Luca has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Hoffman checks the leg kick.
Luca throws a jab but it's blocked by Hoffman .
Hoffman half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#TD#
Hoffman closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Luca did well to prevent Hoffman getting side control.#ES2#
Luca has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Hoffman is on him like a limpet, forcing Luca back against the cage.
Hoffman looking for a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Albert Hoffman . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hoffman drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Hoffman tries to pull guard but Luca holds him up against the cage and eventually Hoffman drops back down to his feet.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#BC2#
Luca manages to break the clinch.
Hoffman doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.#T1#
Luca with a nice cross.
Luca misses with a double jab #TD#
and Hoffman counters with a takedown into side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Luca is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Hoffman has just dragged him back down to the mat.#SUB#
Hoffman tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
Hoffman is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Luca is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #ES2#
Luca throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
Hoffman fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#T2#
Hoffman wants to clinch up but Luca keeps it at a distance.
Hoffman tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Luca defends well and Hoffman ends up having to push Luca into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Johnny Luca is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Luca slaps away a takedown attempt from Hoffman , before circling back to the center of the mat.#CL2#
Luca closes the distance and clinches.
Hoffman wants to take the fight to the mat but Luca manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Luca is trying to push Hoffman away but Hoffman has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Hoffman tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Luca just stands there and leans against the cage.
Hoffman goes for a takedown in the clinch but Luca prevents it. #BC2#
Luca escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #KD2#
Luca lands a left and a right that send Hoffman crashing to the mat, dazed. Luca thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC2#
Hoffman is rocked!
Hoffman closes the distance and clinches up with Luca, looking for a takedown. Hoffman pushes Luca against the cage but Luca circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#KD2#
Luca lands a big right hand that sends Hoffman crashing to the mat! Luca stays standing though and waves Hoffman back to his feet!
Oh Hoffman is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T3#
Luca closes the distance and lands a brutal uppercut that knocks Hoffman out! We're looking at the replay now - he was out before he hit the floor!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:10 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Johnny Luca!
Johnny Luca managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Humanoid Nutrition (160Q for 160$), into his post fight interview.

Event: EVO 283: Traylor vs Minasian
Date: Dec 07, 2016

#R1#
Hoffman tries to close the distance and clinch but Mclovin swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Mclovin swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Mclovin throws a hook but Hoffman avoids it easily.
Mclovin looks to score with a jab to the body but Hoffman is just out of range.
Hoffman with the counter takedown but Mclovin avoids it easily.
Mclovin throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Hoffman tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Mclovin defends well and Hoffman ends up having to push Mclovin into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Hoffman looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Mclovin is fending him off so far but Hoffman persists. Nope, Mclovin circles away and we're back to standing.
Mclovin appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Hoffman misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Pony Mclovin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Albert Hoffman .
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mclovin swings for the body but Hoffman moves out of range.
Mclovin tries a low kick but Hoffman avoids it.
Hoffman misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#T1#
Mclovin tries to work over Hoffman 's front leg with a kick but Hoffman checks it.
Hoffman drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Mclovin defends it well.
Mclovin ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Mclovin misses with a left hand #TD2#
and Hoffman counters with a single leg into guard. Mclovin didn't expect that.
Hoffman throws a big elbow that misses.
Mclovin looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hoffman is one step ahead there.
Hoffman stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Mclovin swivels though and keeps the full guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Hoffman accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Hoffman has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Hoffman throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #SUB2#
Hoffman thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Hoffman working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Mclovin's head.
Mclovin will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T2#
Mclovin has control of Hoffman 's left arm, preventing Hoffman from doing any damage.
Hoffman passes Mclovin's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Hoffman is looking for a kimura here.
Hoffman is looking to advance position but Mclovin won't allow it.
Hoffman prevents Mclovin from improving his position.#SUB2#
Hoffman seems to be working for a kimura but Mclovin defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Hoffman wants to work for an arm triangle but Mclovin is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
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. Hoffman connects with a nice short shot to Mclovin's temple.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hoffman lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #SUB2#
Mclovin is defending against the submission attempts here by Hoffman . #SUB2#
Hoffman is looking for a kimura here.
Mclovin gets back to full guard.
Mclovin controlling Hoffman 's posture. #SUB2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Hoffman has gone for a leg lock! Mclovin slips out almost immediately though and dives into Hoffman 's guard.#REVR##T4##SUB2#
Hoffman looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Mclovin wants to get up but he can't break Hoffman 's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #SUB2#
Mclovin got a little sloppy there for a moment and Hoffman has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Mclovin has managed to get both his arms back between Hoffman 's legs - danger averted.
Mclovin trying to stand up but can't free himself from Hoffman 's guard.
Our spies down at at London MMA Club inform us that Hoffman has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Mclovin wants to pass the guard but Hoffman is keeping the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Mclovin trying to control the position from guard on top but Hoffman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Albert Hoffman 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#
Mclovin throws a leg kick but Hoffman moved away.
A nice leg kick lands there from Mclovin.
Hoffman shoots for a double leg takedown but Mclovin sprawls well. He's pushed Hoffman 's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Mclovin is looking to counter with a body kick.
Mclovin stuffs the takedown.
Mclovin misses with a body shot.
Mclovin lands a glancing blow to the side of Hoffman 's head.
Hoffman takes a shot right to the bread basket.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mclovin connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Mclovin throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #TD2#
and Hoffman counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Hoffman throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mclovin is trying to stand back up but Hoffman is controlling him #T1##SUB2#
Hoffman seems to be working for a kimura but Mclovin defends the submission attempt.
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. Hoffman connects with a nice short shot to Mclovin's temple. #SUB2#
Hoffman is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Hoffman thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Mclovin's head.
Hoffman working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Mclovin's thigh. Mclovin counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Hoffman trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Mclovin tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Mclovin working a defensive guard here.
Hoffman with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#T2#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Mclovin holds on and takes a little breather.
Hoffman won't allow Mclovin to sweep him here.
Hoffman in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Hoffman wants to pass the guard but Mclovin is keeping the position.
Hoffman won't allow Mclovin to sweep him here.
Hoffman advances to half guard. #SUB2#
Hoffman looking for a submission but Mclovin manages to get full guard, putting an end to that submission attempt.
Hoffman lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Hoffman pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Mclovin is keeping the position for now.
Hoffman throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Mclovin works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T3#
Mclovin is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Mclovin keeping full guard, as Hoffman tries to pass.
Hoffman throws a big right hand that misses.
Hoffman throws a big right hand that misses.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Hoffman accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Mclovin wants to sweep here but Hoffman controlling him for the moment.
Hoffman pushes down on Mclovin's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Mclovin is looking to improve his position. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB2#
Hoffman seems to be working for a kimura but Mclovin defends the submission attempt.
Hoffman wants to pass to mount but Mclovin is defending the position.
Hoffman is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Hoffman has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #SUB2#
Hoffman goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Mclovin is on top in guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Mclovin trying to control the position from guard on top but Hoffman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Albert Hoffman will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R3#
Mclovin pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Mclovin misses with a series of wild punches.
Mclovin connects with a looping right hand.
Hoffman shoots in looking for a takedown. Mclovin tries to sprawl out of it but Hoffman keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Mclovin manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hoffman fails to land the takedown.#T1#
Mclovin lands with a cross.
Hoffman keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
And Hoffman tries to counter it with a takedown but Mclovin pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Pony Mclovin is winning the standup battle so far.
Hoffman has a takedown stuffed.
Pony Mclovin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Albert Hoffman .
Mclovin connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Pony Mclovin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hoffman shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Mclovin sprawls well. Mclovin wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Hoffman gets slowly back to his feet.#T2#
Mclovin lands with a thumping leg kick.
We've been told by Mclovin's head coaches at The Coffee Shop that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Hoffman looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Hoffman moves away from the strike by Mclovin.
Mclovin throws a body punch but Hoffman moves out of range.
Mclovin connects with a leg kick. Hoffman looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Mclovin connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Mclovin misses with a series of wild punches. #T3#
Mclovin misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Mclovin fails in his attempt to clinch.
Mclovin swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
And Hoffman tries to counter it with a takedown but Mclovin pushes his down on his head and steps out.#CL2#
Hoffman moves into the clinch.
A knee to the head by Hoffman .
Mclovin taking a breather.
Hoffman letting Mclovin take a breather here.
Mclovin seems to have come into the fight with the intention of avoiding any damage in the clinch, rather than actually showing any aggression.#BC#
Mclovin's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Hoffman uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mclovin.
Hoffman feints the counter takedown.#T4#
Mclovin misses with a double jab.
Hoffman walks into a straight right hand from Mclovin.
Mclovin missing with a left hand there. Hoffman was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Mclovin displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Hoffman .
Mclovin throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Hoffman counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hoffman stopping the sweep attempt from Mclovin.
Albert Hoffman has got the better of the ground game so far.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hoffman scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Mclovin 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.
Hoffman passes easily into side control. Nice work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Pony Mclovin clearly takes that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R4#
Mclovin throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Hoffman tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Mclovin paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A quick step to the side and Mclovin tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mclovin throws a shot from downtown. Hoffman moves away and avoids it.
Hoffman will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Hoffman shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Mclovin as he jumps to the side.
Mclovin throws a head kick that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Hoffman bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#ES#
Mclovin explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
A looping hook to the body misses from Mclovin. Hoffman does a little dance to reset his feet.#T1#
Mclovin lands a nice leg kick that just misses Hoffman 's sensitive parts.
Mclovin misses with a looping left.
Mclovin looking to land some kicks to the body here.
And Hoffman tries to counter it with a takedown but Mclovin pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Mclovin swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Hoffman ducks under a wild hook from Mclovin.
Mclovin is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Mclovin lands a nice looking kick to the body. Hoffman takes a step back to recover.
Mclovin throws a leg kick that misses.
And Hoffman tries to counter it with a takedown but Mclovin pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Mclovin is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hoffman can do to turn this around?
Hoffman swats away the attempt to clinch by Mclovin.#T2#
Mclovin walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Hoffman checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Mclovin throws a head kick that misses.
Mclovin throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Hoffman tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Hoffman tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Mclovin swivels and escapes.
Pony Mclovin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Albert Hoffman .
Mclovin lands with a right hand.
Hoffman fails with a takedown attempt.#CL#
Mclovin rushes Hoffman and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#T3#
Mclovin scores with a hook to the body.#TD2#
Hoffman has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Mclovin is trying to keep an underhook but Hoffman manages to get the takedown into half guard.#ES#
Mclovin kicks off Hoffman and gets to his feet.
Mclovin connects with the punch.
Hoffman is looking to clinch but Mclovin is avoiding it. #CL#
Hoffman tries to keep at a distance but Mclovin has taken the fight into the clinch.
Mclovin throws a knee to the head but misses.
Mclovin pushes off an throws an elbow but Hoffman leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mclovin is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. #T4#
Hoffman has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Mclovin after a bit of a struggle.
Hoffman avoiding damage as Mclovin throws knees to the body. #TD2#
Hoffman wants the takedown. Mclovin is fighting it off but Hoffman persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Mclovin's guard against the cage.
Hoffman pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Mclovin is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Hoffman is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Mclovin is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Mclovin has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR##SUB2#
Hoffman working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Mclovin doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Mclovin manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Hoffman is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.#SU#
Mclovin stands up from guard. Let's bang!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Pony Mclovin had his way with Albert Hoffman in that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R5#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Hoffman .
Mclovin appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Mclovin scores with a jab to the head.
Mclovin lands with a thumping leg kick.
Mclovin walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Hoffman checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Mclovin throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hoffman has a takedown stuffed.
Mclovin misses with a hook to the body
and Hoffman finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.#T1#
Hoffman blocks a low kick nicely.
Mclovin pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Hoffman looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Pony Mclovin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Albert Hoffman .
Hoffman closes the distance and clinches up with Mclovin, looking for a takedown. Hoffman pushes Mclovin against the cage but Mclovin circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Mclovin throwing a counter right hand but Hoffman manages to avoid it.
Hoffman shoots and misses
and Mclovin counters with a straight right hand.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Hoffman .
Sloppy strikes from Mclovin. Those never looked like landing. #T2#
Hoffman shoots in looking for a takedown. Mclovin tries to sprawl out of it but Hoffman keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Mclovin manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Mclovin lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Hoffman backs up against the cage.
Mclovin misses with a jab, cross combination.
Mclovin circles away from the clinch attempt.
Mclovin missing with a left hand there. Hoffman was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Hoffman swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T3#
Hoffman tries to clinch there but Mclovin circles away.
Mclovin misses with a straight left.
Hoffman changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Mclovin tries to avoid it but Hoffman manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Mclovin to the ground. Mclovin escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Mclovin throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Mclovin motions for Hoffman to come forward. Mclovin throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Hoffman goes for a double leg but Mclovin avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Mclovin continues to drive forward.
Hoffman fails with the takedown.
Mclovin is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Hoffman . #T4#
Mclovin throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Hoffman .
Mclovin throws a jab when Hoffman was well out of range.
Mclovin misses with a body shot.
Mclovin misses with a wild combination.
Mclovin gets off balance looking for a body kick#TD2#
and Hoffman counters with a shoot takedown. Mclovin fights it but they end up in guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hoffman missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Mclovin keeping full guard, as Hoffman tries to pass.
Hoffman postures up in Mclovin's guard and throws a big left but Mclovin blocks it.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 49:46
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 48:47
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 50:46

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Pony Mclovin!
Pony Mclovin looked relieved post fight as he said the following; 'Smart fighting days are over, fuck that Greg Jackson shit now on imma start knock fuckers out cold! Stockton motherfucka!'.

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

#R1#
Hoffman fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
The Perfectionist throws a left and a right that both miss #TD#
and Hoffman decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in The Perfectionist's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hoffman lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Hoffman chips away with some ground and pound.
The Perfectionist is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hoffman in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SUB2#
Hoffman avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
The Perfectionist is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hoffman postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The Perfectionist keeping full guard, as Hoffman tries to pass.
Hoffman advances to half guard. #SUB#
Hoffman is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB2#
The Perfectionist is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hoffman pulls his head out easily. #T1#
Hoffman prevents The Perfectionist from improving his position.#SUB#
Hoffman is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and The Perfectionist defends it well.
Hoffman is thwarting The Perfectionist's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
Hoffman is sneakily working for an arm triangle but The Perfectionist sees it coming and defends easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The Perfectionist moves into full guard.
Hoffman with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Hoffman 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.
The Perfectionist is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hoffman tries to free his leg and advance position but The Perfectionist is retaining full guard. #T2#
The Perfectionist utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Hoffman avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Hoffman accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Hoffman landing some decent shots from guard.
Hoffman with a nice head shot there.
Hoffman trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Hoffman passes easily into side control. Nice work.
The Perfectionist is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T3#
Hoffman landing with strikes to the head and body from side control. #SUB#
Hoffman tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Hoffman has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Hoffman lands a decent elbow from side control. #SUB#
Hoffman working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
The Perfectionist is trying to get back to half guard.
Hoffman grinds an elbow into The Perfectionist's temple. #SUB#
Hoffman tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Hoffman has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB#
Hoffman is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. The Perfectionist knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T4#
The Perfectionist tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hoffman wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Hoffman scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at The Perfectionist to see if he's OK.
The Perfectionist is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Hoffman is looking for a kimura here. #SUB#
Hoffman looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique. #SUB#
Hoffman is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and The Perfectionist defends it well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Albert Hoffman dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
The Perfectionist tries to land a front kick but Hoffman steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Hoffman changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
The Perfectionist misses the shot to the body.
Hoffman sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
The Perfectionist keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
The Perfectionist throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
The Perfectionist throws a lazy right hand but Hoffman sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Hoffman shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. The Perfectionist defends it nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The Perfectionist lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#T1#
The Perfectionist throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
The Perfectionist takes a swing at Hoffman 's ribcage but misses.
The Perfectionist swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hoffman attempts a counter takedown but The Perfectionist avoids it well and moves away.
The Perfectionist misses with an uppercut. Hoffman saw that one coming.
AJ The Perfectionist is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
The Perfectionist is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Hoffman .
Hoffman appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
The Perfectionist scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
The Perfectionist swings and misses with a hook to the body.
The Perfectionist is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Hoffman rather than just go for the knockout.
The Perfectionist throws a chopping leg kick but Hoffman manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
AJ The Perfectionist seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The Perfectionist lands a jab.
Hoffman takes a head kick and keeps coming. #T2#
The Perfectionist walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Hoffman checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Hoffman steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from The Perfectionist. That one must have hurt.
The Perfectionist feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Hoffman 's calf.
Hoffman fails to land the takedown.
The Perfectionist throws out a counter right but Hoffman avoids it with no problem.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Albert Hoffman . That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Hoffman .
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hoffman working away.
The Perfectionist is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Hoffman is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. The Perfectionist knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T3#
The Perfectionist wants to control but Hoffman postures up.
The Perfectionist taking a bit of punishment here - Hoffman scoring with strikes.
Check out the look on Hoffman 's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter! #SUB#
Hoffman looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
The Perfectionist is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Hoffman off and has taken his back!
Hoffman is keeping busy.
Hoffman avoids the strikes from The Perfectionist.
Albert Hoffman overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Will The Perfectionist go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Even with his hooks in, The Perfectionist manages to miss with strikes from the back. #T4#
The Perfectionist lands with a big left hand that may well have hurt his opponent. Can Hoffman hold on?!
The Perfectionist controlling well, preventing Hoffman from escaping the position.
The Perfectionist avoiding Hoffman 's attempts to control his hands.
Hoffman manages to reverse the position and now he's in The Perfectionist's guard. Nice work there by Hoffman .
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hoffman looking to pass the guard.
Hoffman prevents The Perfectionist from getting back to his feet.
Hoffman is in close to The Perfectionist's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Hoffman stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. The Perfectionist swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hoffman stopping the sweep attempt from The Perfectionist.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

AJ The Perfectionist showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
A big right from The Perfectionist misses.
Hoffman ducks under a wild hook from The Perfectionist.
Hoffman attempts a counter takedown but The Perfectionist avoids it well and moves away.
The Perfectionist chopping away at his opponent's legs.
The Perfectionist misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hoffman .
Hoffman fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Hoffman takes a shot right to the bread basket.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hoffman with a poor takedown
and The Perfectionist counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Hoffman misses with a low kick.
Hoffman takes a jab right on the kisser.
The Perfectionist throws an overhand right that lands on Hoffman 's shoulder, as Hoffman tries to avoid the shot. #T1#
Hoffman will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Albert Hoffman . That's going to take a lot out of him.
The Perfectionist looks to score with a jab to the body but Hoffman is just out of range.
The Perfectionist keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Hoffman .
The Perfectionist is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
The Perfectionist throws a hook but Hoffman avoids it easily.
Hoffman darts in trying to clinch
and The Perfectionist counters with a left to the body. #T2#
The Perfectionist cracks a nice hook into Hoffman 's ribs.
That kick from The Perfectionist tenderised Hoffman 's leg. Hoffman is trying to keep his angry face on.
The Perfectionist fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Hoffman has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
AJ The Perfectionist seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Hoffman takes one to the side of the head.
The Perfectionist digs a good hook to Hoffman 's body.
A left and a right from The Perfectionist both land. Nice combination.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#TD#
Hoffman fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging The Perfectionist to the ground. Hoffman is now in The Perfectionist's guard.#SUB2#
The Perfectionist has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Hoffman can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Hoffman avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #T3#
Hoffman advances to half guard.
Hoffman sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. The Perfectionist defending well though. #SUB#
Hoffman wants to work for an arm triangle but The Perfectionist is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB#
Hoffman is working for a kimura but The Perfectionist is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB#
Hoffman is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Hoffman wants to work for an arm triangle but The Perfectionist is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
The Perfectionist trying to control here. #T4##SUB#
Hoffman seems to be looking for submissions.
The Perfectionist is trying to control but can't. #SUB#
Hoffman is working for a submission of some sort.
Hoffman prevents The Perfectionist from improving his position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ground and pound from Hoffman .

And that's the end of the fight!
AJ The Perfectionist comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think The Perfectionist has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... AJ The Perfectionist!
After the fight, AJ The Perfectionist was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

Event: CFC 394
Date: Sep 23, 2016

#R1#
Grice throws a combination that misses #TD2#
and Hoffman counters with a nice double leg into side control. Grice won't be happy with that. #SUB2#
Hoffman goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Grice has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Hoffman but great work by Grice.
Hoffman tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad.
Hoffman working to try and regain half guard.
Grice tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Grice continues to stall.
Hoffman is desperately trying to improve his position but Grice has a good base and remains in mount.
Hoffman tries to lock up and control but Grice gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Hoffman keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Hoffman wants to hold on but Grice pushes him away.#T1#
Hoffman is looking to get to half guard.
Hoffman wants to control but Grice is having none of it.
Grice looking to control and managing it successfully.
Hoffman swinging wildly from the bottom but he's not landing.
Grice will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Grice can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hoffman is looking to escape.
Hoffman is wriggling around trying to escape. #T2#
Grice tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Hoffman tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Grice takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Hoffman tries to reverse the position but Grice maintains control.
Hoffman is still trying to improve position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Hoffman wants to hold on but Grice pushes him away.
Hoffman is in all sorts of trouble here.
Hoffman wants to control but Grice is having none of it.
Hoffman is desperately trying to improve his position but Grice has a good base and remains in mount.
Grice takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Hoffman is trying desperately to improve position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Grice looking to control and managing it successfully.
Grice has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Hoffman is working to get back to half guard. #T4#
Grice controlling from the full mount.
Hoffman working to try and regain half guard.
Grice wants to control the pace but Hoffman is squirming around nicely.
Hoffman really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hoffman keeps trying to improve his position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gary Grice dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Grice throws a low kick but Hoffman avoids it.
Nice jab there from Grice.
Grice misses with a hook. Hoffman ducked under it nicely.
Grice throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Hoffman counters with a takedown into side control. #SUB2#
Hoffman tries for a kimura but Grice is defending well.
Grice is looking to regain half guard here but Hoffman keeps moving and retains side control.
The ground and pound from Hoffman seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Grice is looking to reverse the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hoffman cracks Grice with a big elbow. #SUB2#
Hoffman tries for a kimura but Grice is defending well.
Hoffman throwing shots but missing, from side control. #T1#
Hoffman misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards. #SUB2#
Hoffman is trying to get an arm triangle but Grice is defending well.
Hoffman in side control, throwing shots but Grice defends. #SUB2#
Hoffman swings around for an armbar but Grice sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Hoffman 's guard.#SUB2#
Hoffman is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Grice got a little sloppy there for a moment and Hoffman has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Grice has managed to get both his arms back between Hoffman 's legs - danger averted.
Hoffman being controlled here, momentarily. #T2#
Hoffman is striking but Grice is not phased and passes to half guard.
Grice sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Grice uses his free foot to push down on Hoffman 's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Hoffman . #T3#
Grice controlling his opponent.
Hoffman is in all sorts of trouble here.
Grice tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Hoffman is wriggling around trying to escape.
Hoffman is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Grice prevents Hoffman from getting the reversal.
Hoffman wants to control but Grice is having none of it.#T4#
Hoffman is looking to get to half guard.
Hoffman regains half guard.
Grice trying to pass the guard but Hoffman defending well.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Grice content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Gary Grice overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Hoffman is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
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 Gary Grice will probably get the nod.
That's time! Grice's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Grice misses with the body kick#TD2#
and Hoffman counters with a shoot takedown. Grice fights it but they end up in guard.
Hoffman is looking to advance position but Grice has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVR#
Hoffman is trying to escape the mount.
Hoffman manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Hoffman tries to get to full guard but Grice has control of the leg.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Grice blocks the strikes from Hoffman .
Grice content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T1#
Hoffman wants to control but Grice is keeping busy. #SUB2#
Hoffman is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Grice pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Hoffman looking for submissions off his back.
Grice is taking a breather. Hoffman 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.
More hug and hope from Grice.
Hoffman makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Hoffman .#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB2#
Hoffman has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Grice doesn't defend quickly enough and Hoffman has managed to lock this one up! Can Grice escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Hoffman on a fantastic submission victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:29 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Albert Hoffman !
Jumping up and down and very excited, Albert Hoffman waved his t-shirt featuring Urban Fighter's logo in front of the cameras.
In defeat, Gary Grice stepped up to the mic, saying 'Wu Tang fuh evah!'.

Event: Destiny Tuesday 56
Date: Sep 06, 2016

#R1#
Hoffman shoots in but no luck this time.
Hoffman shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Fakiiri as he avoids it easily. #TD2#
Fakiiri gets caught napping as Hoffman dives in and scores a takedown. Fakiiri manages to retain guard.
Hoffman tries to free his leg and advance position but Fakiiri is retaining full guard.
Hoffman stopping the sweep attempt from Fakiiri.
Fakiiri is working hard here to advance position.
Hoffman throwing strikes from guard but Fakiiri blocks nicely.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hoffman trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Hoffman drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Fakiiri dives on top into guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Hoffman escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Fakiiri gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Fakiiri won't allow Hoffman to sweep him here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1##SUB2#
Hoffman has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Fakiiri can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Fakiiri looking to pass the guard.
Hoffman looking to control.
Hoffman keeping moving, preventing Fakiiri from controlling successfully.
Hoffman throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Fakiiri stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hoffman swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Fakiiri trying to control but Hoffman is working from the bottom.
Hoffman keeping full guard, as Fakiiri tries to pass. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Hoffman keeping moving, preventing Fakiiri from controlling successfully.
Hoffman looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Fakiiri trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SU#
Fakiiri decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
We've been told by Fakiiri's head coaches at Gangsterdamage that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#TD2#
Hoffman closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Fakiiri did well to prevent Hoffman getting side control.
Fakiiri wants to get back to full guard.
Hoffman thows a huge punch but Fakiiri dodges it nicely.
Hoffman looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#SUB2#
Hoffman is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Fakiiri doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Hoffman .
Hoffman has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB2#
Hoffman seems to be looking for submissions. #T3#
Fakiiri wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Hoffman is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Fakiiri sees it coming and defends easily.#ES#
Fakiiri kicks Hoffman off and gets back to his feet.
Fakiiri throws a head kick that misses.
Hoffman is trying hard to land a takedown here. Fakiiri sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Nakki Fakiiri has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Albert Hoffman .
Fakiiri fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
An inside leg kick lands from Fakiiri.
Fakiiri punishes Hoffman 's body with a nice straight punch.
Fakiiri tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #T4#
Hoffman moves out of range as Fakiiri strikes.
Fakiiri lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#CL2#
Hoffman fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Fakiiri, pushing him back against the cage.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Fakiiri digs a right hand underneath Hoffman 's ribcage. Hoffman let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Fakiiri gets underhooks to prevent Hoffman 's takedown attempt.
Hoffman drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A short right from Fakiiri.
Fakiiri throws an elbow that misses. #TD2#
Hoffman pulls Fakiiri into guard.
Fakiiri wants to get up but he can't break Hoffman 's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #SUB2#
Hoffman has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Fakiiri is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Hoffman .
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Nakki Fakiiri dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Hoffman takes one to the side of the head.
Hoffman fails in his attempt to clinch.
Hoffman shoots for a takedown but Fakiiri saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Fakiiri throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Fakiiri misses with a hook. Hoffman ducked under it nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Fakiiri tries to sprawl but Hoffman drives through with a takedown into half guard.#ES#
Fakiiri has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Hoffman is on him like a limpet, forcing Fakiiri back against the cage.
Hoffman wants a takedown.
Hoffman is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Fakiiri pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Nakki Fakiiri has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Albert Hoffman .
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Fakiiri throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Hoffman s head. #T1#
Hoffman drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Fakiiri dodges an elbow strike from Hoffman .
Fakiiri swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Fakiiri misses with a punch on the inside.
Hoffman drops down looking for an ankle pick but Fakiiri pulls his leg out and moves away.
Fakiiri is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hoffman can do to turn this around?
Fakiiri misses with a body shot.
Hoffman is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Fakiiri scores with a crisp jab that stopped Hoffman in his tracks.
Nakki Fakiiri is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Hoffman defending well as Fakiiri loads up on a big left hand.
A big left from Fakiiri misses.
Fakiiri throws a sloppy head kick #CL2#
and Hoffman counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Hoffman creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. #T2#
Hoffman wants to take the fight to the mat but Fakiiri manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Hoffman fails to pull guard. #BC#
Fakiiri escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A bone on bone clash there as Hoffman blocks the leg kick.
Hoffman gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #CL#
and Fakiiri counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Fakiiri working aggressively here.
Hoffman is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Fakiiri to keep the fight standing.
Fakiiri tries to work over Hoffman 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Hoffman jumps guard but Fakiiri turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Hoffman has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Fakiiri is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Fakiiri working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hoffman tries for a takedown. No joy.
Fakiiri throws a head punch that misses. #T3#
Hoffman wants a takedown.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Fakiiri.
Fakiiri pushes Hoffman back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Hoffman drops down looking for an ankle pick but Fakiiri pulls his leg out and moves away.
Hoffman chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Fakiiri can pounce on him.
Hoffman tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Fakiiri counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Hoffman thinking.
Fakiiri fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Hoffman on the side of the head.#T4#
Fakiiri misses with a wild body shot.
Fakiiri stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Fakiiri wants it to stay on the feet.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Hoffman is defended easily by Fakiiri.
Fakiiri scores with a leg kick.
Fakiiri misses with a two punch combination.
Fakiiri throws a low kick but Hoffman avoids it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Nakki Fakiiri dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R3#
Fakiiri lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Hoffman shoots in looking for a takedown but Fakiiri manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Hoffman 's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Hoffman tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Fakiiri swivels and escapes.
Fakiiri digs a good body shot into Hoffman 's ribs.
Hoffman ducks right into an uppercut from Fakiiri.
Hoffman takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Fakiiri fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Hoffman has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Fakiiri leaves Hoffman with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Nakki Fakiiri has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Albert Hoffman .
Hoffman ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T1#
Hoffman will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Hoffman tries to clinch but Fakiiri moves out of range.
Fakiiri stuffs the takedown.
Fakiiri tried to counter with a leg kick but Hoffman avoided it.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Hoffman .
Fakiiri misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Hoffman drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Fakiiri defends it well.
Hoffman fails with a takedown attempt.
Fakiiri is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
A slow jab from Fakiiri misses its intended target.
Hoffman feints the counter takedown.#T2#
Fakiiri misses with a looping right.
And Hoffman tries to counter it with a takedown but Fakiiri pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Hoffman fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Hoffman fails in his attempt to clinch.
Fakiiri takes a swing at Hoffman 's ribcage but misses.
Hoffman drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Fakiiri defends it well.
Fakiiri moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Fakiiri misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hoffman .
Hoffman tries to counter with a clinch but Fakiiri shakes him off and moves away.
Hoffman shoots in but no luck this time.
Fakiiri misses with a leg kick #TD2#
and Hoffman counters with a single leg into guard. Fakiiri didn't expect that.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB#
Fakiiri pushes a forearm under Hoffman 's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Hoffman is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Nakki Fakiiri!
Nakki Fakiiri retains his welterweight title!
Nakki Fakiiri decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

Event: Destiny 165: Haas vs Demaestri
Date: Aug 13, 2016

#R1#
Hoffman chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Hemmo can pounce on him.
Hemmo loads up on a big right hand but Hoffman slips the punch.
Hoffman keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #CL2#
Hoffman darts in and clinches Hemmo up against the cage.
Hemmo lands a body shot.
Hoffman is looking to take this one to the mat.
Hemmo struggles to land a body shot inside as Hoffman controls his hands. #TD2#
Hoffman drags the fight down to the ground.
Hemmo preventing the sweep.
Hemmo looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB2#
Hoffman working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Hemmo doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Hemmo manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hemmo sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Hemmo looking to pass the guard. #T1#
Hemmo is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB2#
Hemmo is posturing up here but Hoffman has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Hemmo tries to roll out but it's too tight and Hemmo has to tap! Slick submission there by Hoffman !

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Albert Hoffman !
Albert Hoffman very nearly forgot to thank Urban Fighter amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

Event: Destiny Tuesday 53
Date: Jul 26, 2016

#R1#
Grice throws a shot from downtown. Hoffman moves away and avoids it.
Hoffman has a takedown stuffed.
A big right from Grice misses. #TD2#
Hoffman closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #SUB2#
Hoffman working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB2#
Hoffman tries for a kimura but Grice is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hoffman working away.#T1##SUB2#
Hoffman is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Grice knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Grice is trying to control Hoffman 's posture but Hoffman avoids it. #SUB2#
Hoffman thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
Hoffman tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Hoffman has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Grice is looking for a sweep.
Hoffman creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Grice sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Grice avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Hoffman .
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Hoffman is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Grice has escaped the position, nice work there. #T2#
Hoffman working away.#SUB2#
Hoffman tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Hoffman has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB2#
Hoffman is trying to get an arm triangle but Grice is defending well.
Hoffman working the strikes but Grice uses the opportunity to regain half guard.
Hoffman throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Grice wants to get back to full guard.
Hoffman missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #SUB2#
Hoffman in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Grice tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Hoffman !

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Albert Hoffman !
Albert Hoffman really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Urban Fighter logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.
The defeated Gary Grice had this to say: 'Wu Tang fuh evah!'.

Event: Destiny 158: Jitsu vs. Iii
Date: Jun 25, 2016

#R1#
Hoffman shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Marshal as he avoids it easily.
A countering left hand to the body from Marshal misses.
Aleksei Marshal seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Marshal lands with an overhand left.
Hoffman looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Marshal looks to throw the jab but Hoffman is out of range.
Hoffman tries for a takedown but Marshal circles away easily
and Marshal counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Marshal throws a lazy right hand but Hoffman sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Hoffman takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Marshal swats away the attempt to clinch by Hoffman .
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marshal takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Marshal is looking to chop away at Hoffman 's legs.
Marshal misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #T1#
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Hoffman checks a leg kick.
Marshal tries to land a leg kick but Hoffman saw it coming and moves away.
Hoffman shoots for a takedown but Marshal saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Albert Hoffman . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Marshal feints with a left and delivers a massive head kick! Hoffman collapses like a ragdoll! Game over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Aleksei Marshal!

Event: Destiny Tuesday 48
Date: May 17, 2016

#R1##TD#
Hoffman looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Garcius!#SUB#
Hoffman looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Garcius tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hoffman wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Garcius is trying to buck Hoffman off.#SUB#
Hoffman goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Garcius has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Hoffman but great work by Garcius.
Hoffman is looking to reverse the position.
You can see the frustration on Hoffman 's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Garcius working the ground and pound from side control.
Hoffman gets back to half guard.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Garcius lands a nice short elbow.
Garcius is nestled in close to Hoffman , controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Garcius working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. #SUB#
Hoffman looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Hoffman misses with some strikes from the bottom. #T1##SUB#
Hoffman looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Hoffman manages to get to full guard.
Garcius controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB#
Hoffman has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Garcius doesn't defend quickly enough and Hoffman has managed to lock this one up! Can Garcius escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Hoffman on a fantastic submission victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Albert Hoffman !
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Albert Hoffman made sure he mentioned Urban Fighter, along with how happy he was to win his fight.
In defeat, Jaius Garcius stepped up to the mic, saying 'STOCKTON 1,2,5!'.

Event: Destiny 148: Hermano vs. Suri
Date: Apr 16, 2016

#R1#
Better looks to score with a jab to the body but Hoffman is just out of range.
Hoffman tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Better looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Better takes a swing at Hoffman 's ribcage but misses.
Hoffman has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Better is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Hoffman changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Better tries to avoid it but Hoffman manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Better to the ground. Better escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Better throws a low kick but Hoffman moves out of range easily.
Evan Better seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Better throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hoffman changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Hoffman keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Better scores with a spinning back kick!
Better tries to close the distance and clinch up but Hoffman swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Hoffman counters with a body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Better misses with a body shot.
Better misses the jab.
Hoffman changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Hoffman walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Hoffman fails with the takedown.#T1#
Better works Hoffman 's body with a nice hook.
Better swings for the body but Hoffman moves out of range.
Better lands with a kick to the ribs.
Hoffman ducks under a wild hook from Better.
Good work by Hoffman as he checks the leg kick.
Better misses with a jab, cross combination.
Hoffman drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Better defends it well.
A punch lands to the side of Hoffman 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Better throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Hoffman with the counter takedown but Better avoids it easily.
Hoffman takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Hoffman looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Evan Better has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Albert Hoffman .
Hoffman shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Better counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T2#
Hoffman moves out of range of the strikes.
Hoffman throws a low kick, looking for Better's leg but Better calmly moves out of range.
Better fires out a quick counter leg kick but Hoffman just manages to avoid it.
Better throws out a loose jab but Hoffman uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hoffman throws a jab when Better was well out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Better misses the target.
Better misses with a body shot #TD2#
and Hoffman counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#SUB#
Better is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Hoffman throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #SUB#
Better throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hoffman with a flurry of punches that miss. #SUB#
Better is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Hoffman has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Hoffman distracts Better with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#T3##SUB#
Better had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Hoffman defends it easily.#SUB2#
Hoffman drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Hoffman jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Hoffman forces his way into half guard.#SUB2#
Hoffman is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB2#
Hoffman is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Hoffman prevents Better from improving his position.#SUB2#
Hoffman is working for a kimura but Better is defending it quite comfortably. #T4#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Better is looking to control Hoffman 's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Better avoid being mounted?
Better is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Bi-Polar Asylum LV's #1 Public Training Center , so we'll see if he gets out of it.#SUB2#
Hoffman is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Better moves into full guard. #SUB2#
Hoffman thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Hoffman throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #SUB#
Better escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Hoffman gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Better throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Hoffman accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Evan Better dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Hoffman misses with a takedown attempt
and Better connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Better scores with a jab to the body.
A slapping leg kick lands for Better.
Hoffman avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
A good leg kick by Better.
Evan Better is winning the standup battle so far.
Good standup being displayed there by Better as he connects with a hook.
Hoffman blocks a low kick nicely.
Better lands with a nice body punch.
Hoffman blocks a leg kick.
Better is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hoffman can do to turn this around?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Better lands a nice leg kick that just misses Hoffman 's sensitive parts.
Hoffman avoids a punch combination nicely.
Better misses with a low kick.
Better is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Better takes a swing at Hoffman 's ribcage but misses. #T1#
Better will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Better misses with a body kick.
A clash of legs there as Hoffman blocks the low kick.
Better buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Better misses with a straight left.
Hoffman tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Hoffman tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Better defends well and Hoffman ends up having to push Better into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
A solid leg kick lands there for Better.
Better throws a push kick but Hoffman slaps the foot to one side.
Hoffman feints the counter takedown.
Hoffman takes a shot right to the bread basket.
A solid body kick from Better.
Better tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hoffman was well out of range. Poor timing from Better.
Better moves in looking to clinch but Hoffman pushes him off.
Hoffman is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Hoffman avoids the body shot from Better. #T2##TD2#
Hoffman scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
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!#SUB2#
Hoffman thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Albert Hoffman has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Hoffman has hold of Better's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Better seems comfortable defending it but Hoffman has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Better is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Better is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Hoffman couldn't care less - he's delighted!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:18 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Albert Hoffman !
Albert Hoffman managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Urban Fighter, into his post fight interview.
Evan Better was interviewed post fight and said 'Lucky, lucky, lucky.'.

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