Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: DARE: BATTLE OF LA
Date: Apr 25, 2018

#R1#
Oketch shoots for a double leg takedown but Prophet sprawls well. He's pushed Oketch's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Oketch with a poor takedown
and Prophet counters with a nice body shot.
Oketch walks into a straight right hand from Prophet.
Oketch tests Prophet's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Oketch shoots in for a takedown but Prophet shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vincent Oketch. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nice defenses there by Oketch.
Oketch half committed to a counter leg kick.
Prophet throws a poor cross that misses
and Oketch counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Oketch manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Prophet on his heels. He'll look to pass Prophet's guard now, I'm sure.
Prophet keeping moving, preventing Oketch from controlling successfully.
Prophet is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T1#
Prophet pulls Oketch in to control the position.
Prophet looking to control.
Oketch advances position into side control!#SUB#
Oketch tries for a kimura but Prophet is defending well.
Prophet felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Oketch wants to control but Prophet is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Oketch is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Prophet has escaped the position, nice work there. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Prophet is trying to control Oketch's posture but Oketch avoids it.
Prophet is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Prophet is staying active underneath Oketch, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Prophet is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Oketch is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Prophet doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Oketch. #T3#
Prophet keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Oketch thows a huge punch but Prophet dodges it nicely. #SUB#
Oketch is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Prophet defends it well.
Prophet avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Oketch. #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.
Oketch passes the guard and advances to mount!
Oketch throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Prophet because Oketch loaded up on that one.
Prophet tries to hold on but Oketch postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Oketch tries to control but Prophet wriggling away.
Prophet avoids a series of strikes thrown by Oketch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vincent Oketch dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Oketch doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Prophet counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Prophet misses with a straight right.
Prophet checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Oketch shoots for a double leg takedown but Prophet sprawls well. He's pushed Oketch's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #TD#
Oketch closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Prophet to the mat! Prophet manages to get full guard.
Prophet looking to hit a scissor sweep but Oketch is one step ahead there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Prophet looking to control but Oketch passes into half guard. #T1#
Prophet wants to control but Oketch is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Oketch wants to take a breather but Prophet is having none of it. #SUB#
Oketch is looking for a kimura but Prophet is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Oketch to get the leverage.
Prophet has his hands clasped together around Oketch's back. He's all about the action.
Oketch is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Prophet can do to turn this around?
Oketch seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Prophet does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB#
Oketch is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Prophet is concentrating on defense, preventing Oketch from advancing position.
Prophet is trying to maintain the position but Oketch is very close to passing his half guard.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#TD#
Prophet gets caught napping as Oketch dives in and scores a takedown. Prophet manages to retain guard.
Prophet controlling the position.
Oketch in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Oketch trying to control the position from guard on top but Prophet is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Oketch sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T3#
Prophet preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Oketch looking to sit in guard and control but Prophet gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##SUB#
Oketch working for a triangle but Prophet defends it easily. #SUB#
Oketch is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Prophet is aware though and is defending well.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Prophet wants to pass the guard but Oketch is keeping the position.
Prophet is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Prophet advances position into side control!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Prophet wants to lay and pray for a moment but Oketch keeps working.
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 Vincent Oketch will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R3#
Oketch doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Prophet counters with a stiff right hand.
Oketch is looking to score with low kicks.
Oketch with a poor takedown
and Prophet counters with a right hand to the body.
Prophet throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Oketch sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Prophet swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Prophet throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Oketch cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Oketch.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Prophet! But no joy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vincent Oketch. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Oketch fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#T1#
Prophet tests Oketch's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Oketch fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Prophet! But no joy.
Prophet scores with a hook to the body. Oketch takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Prophet works the jab nicely.
Oketch shoots in for a takedown but Prophet shows good takedown defense. #T2#
Oketch with a lazy takedown attempt
and Prophet counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Oketch shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
It seemed like Prophet was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Prophet loads up on a big right hand but Oketch slips the punch.
Prophet lands a jab to the nose.
Prophet cracks Oketch with a right hand to the side of the head.
Oketch shoots for a double leg takedown but Prophet sprawls well. He's pushed Oketch's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Prophet lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Oketch circles away quickly and effectively.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Oketch shoots and misses
and Prophet cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Oketch goes for a double leg but Prophet avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Prophet continues to drive forward.
Prophet unleashes a big counter combination but Oketch bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.#T3#
Oketch moves out of range as Prophet strikes.
A jab from Prophet does it's job there.
Prophet takes a swing at Oketch's ribcage but misses.
Prophet misses with a hook. Oketch ducked under it nicely.
A quick step to the side and Oketch tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Oketch throws an overhand right that lands on Prophet's shoulder, as Prophet tries to avoid the shot.
The Prophet is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A good leg kick by Oketch.
Prophet lands a head shot.
Oketch shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Prophet as he avoids it easily.
Oketch tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Prophet swivels and escapes.#T4#
Prophet looks to land a left hand but Oketch moved out of range nicely.
A little feinted left hand from Oketch on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Prophet clobbers Oketch with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Prophet cracks Oketch with a right hand to the side of the head.
Prophet with a jab.
Oketch dives in and grabs Prophet's left leg, looking for a takedown. Prophet pushes down on Oketch's head and hops out.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Prophet scores with a nice right hand.
Oketch chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Prophet can pounce on him.
Oketch fails with a takedown attempt.
Prophet is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

The Prophet really dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R4#
Prophet misses with a looping right.
Oketch misses with a takedown
and Prophet counters with a straight right hand.
Prophet uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Oketch has time to react.
Prophet misses with a straight left.
Prophet uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Prophet lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Oketch tries for a takedown but Prophet sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
A telegraphed right hand from Prophet misses the target. #T1#
Prophet fails to land with a series of punches.
Oketch shoots in but no luck this time.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vincent Oketch. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Oketch fails with the takedown
and Oketch takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Oketch ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Oketch changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
A lazy left from Prophet finds it's target.
Prophet stalks Oketch and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Oketch's face. Oketch staggers backwards, shaken.#ROC2#
Oketch is rocked!
Oketch takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Oh Oketch is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Prophet walks forward and throws a big overhand right! Oketch drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes! Prophet swarms on him with more punches until the referee wrestles him away from Oketch's unconscious body! Wow, that was brutal!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 4, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). The Prophet!

Event: Syn 565 - Into The Abyss
Date: Feb 17, 2018

#R1##TD2#
Oketch drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Oketch won't allow Marley to sweep him here.
Oketch trying to control the position from guard on top but Marley is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Oketch is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Marley controlling Oketch's posture.
Oketch trying to control the position from guard on top but Marley is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marley is adopting a defensive guard.
Marley looking for a sweep. Not yet Marley, not yet. #T1#
Oketch tries to free his leg and advance position but Marley is retaining full guard.
Marley is trying to control the position but Oketch postures up. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Marley misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Marley looks to land a right hand but Oketch moved out of range.
Marley throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Oketch walks into a left hand. #TD#
Oketch gets caught napping as Marley dives in and scores a takedown. Oketch manages to retain guard.
Marley controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Oketch is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Marley content to stall in guard here. #T2#
Oketch can't keep his opponent in guard - Marley advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Marley is just content to waste time from the top position. Oketch takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Oketch is pulling down on Marley's head to control his posture. #SUB2#
Oketch is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T3#
Oketch keeping full guard, as Marley tries to pass.
Marley trying to control the position from guard on top but Oketch is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Oketch keeping full guard, as Marley tries to pass. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Oketch fails with the takedown.
Oketch keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Marley throws out a loose jab but Oketch uses good head movement to avoid it.
Marley tries for a takedown but Oketch circles away easily
and Oketch counters with a stiff right hand.
Oketch moves out of range of the leg kick from Marley.
Marley tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Oketch was well out of range. Poor timing from Marley.
Oketch moves away from the strike by Marley.
Decent striking displayed by Marley there.#TD#
Oketch gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Marley stands and throws Oketch's legs to the side, diving into side control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Oketch tries to bench press Marley off him but Marley keeps the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tomas Marley dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Good standup being displayed there by Marley as he connects with a hook.#TD#
Marley looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Marley is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Oketch can do to turn this around?#SUB2#
Oketch had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Marley defends it easily.
Marley trying to control the position from guard on top but Oketch is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Oketch looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Marley has picked Oketch up and slammed him! Oketch can't keep hold of the triangle and Marley manages to pass to side control!
Oketch is trying to control Marley's posture but Marley avoids it.
Marley controls the position. #T1#
Oketch is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
A lull in the action here as Marley stalls from top position.
Oketch wants to control but Marley postures up.
A lull in the action here.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Marley working away.
A lull in the action here.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Marley walks into a stiff left hand from Oketch.#T3#
Nice jab there from Marley.
Oketch blocks a jab.
Oketch avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Oketch flicks out a counter leg kick but Marley steps away.
Marley misses with a left hand
and Oketch counters with a nice uppercut.
Marley misses with an uppercut.
Marley misses with a hook
and Oketch counters with a series of strikes. Marley will be more careful next time no doubt.
Marley lands with a good body shot.
Marley swings widly with a right hand
and Oketch counters with a nice body shot.
Marley is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Oketch checks a low kick from Marley.
Oketch feints the counter takedown.
Marley connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Marley throws a jab but it's blocked by Oketch.
Marley throws a right hand that misses
and Oketch counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Marley misses with a shot to the body
letting Oketch counter with a right hand. #TD#
Marley shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Oketch manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Marley slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Tomas Marley overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T4#
Oketch is being controlled here.
Oketch wants to control but Marley postures up.
Marley looking to control but instead Oketch has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.#SUB2#
Oketch looking for submissions off his back.
Oketch on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tomas Marley dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Oketch shoots in for a takedown but Marley shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#TD#
Marley throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Oketch was covering up waiting for the punch and Marley finishes the takedown easily into guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Oketch has an active guard here but Marley has managed to pass into half guard.
Marley wants to take a breather but Oketch is having none of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marley tries to pass the half guard into mount. Oketch knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Marley seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T1#
Oketch is not content to let Marley control the position.#SUB2#
Oketch looking for submissions off his back.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Oketch is trying to maintain the position but Marley is very close to passing his half guard.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#SUB2#
Oketch looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Oketch slips under a jab.
Marley throws the kick towards the body but Oketch avoids it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Oketch! But no joy.#TD#
Marley closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Oketch's guard.#SUB2#
Oketch is looking for a triangle here but Marley uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Oketch is not content to let Marley control the position.
Vincent Oketch has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Marley working away.
Marley lands a decent elbow from side control.
Marley takes a little break here. Oketch wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Marley trying to control the position but Oketch is working away. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Oketch is looking to regain half guard here but Marley keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB#
Marley tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Marley remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.

And that's the end of the fight!
Tomas Marley showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Marley 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 Chris Edwards scores the fight 30:26
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 30:26
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 30:26

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tomas Marley!
Tomas Marley took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Conviction for their support in the buildup to the fight.

Event: Syn 563 - Onslaught
Date: Feb 02, 2018

#R1#
Hopkins stuffs the takedown attempt from Oketch. Oketch gets slowly back to his feet.
Hopkins sizes up Oketch with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Hopkins misses with a right hand
and Oketch counters with an outside leg kick.
Hopkins looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Oketch tries to move into range but Hopkins moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Hopkins swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Oketch doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#TD2#
Oketch shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Hopkins manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Oketch stops Hopkins from standing up.
Oketch controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oketch preventing the sweep.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hopkins trying to keep a closed guard but Oketch is proving a slippery customer. #SUB2#
Oketch thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #T1##SUB#
Hopkins is looking for a triangle but Oketch pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Hopkins throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Oketch escapes and throws Hopkins's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Hopkins wants to control but Oketch postures up.#SUB2#
Oketch tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Hopkins manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #T2#
Hopkins wants to get back to full guard.
Hopkins is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Oketch jumps into side control!
Oketch working away.
Hopkins is trying to escape and get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Oketch is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Hopkins knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Hopkins tries to improve position but can't. #T3#
Oketch working away.
Hopkins tries to bench press Oketch off him but Oketch keeps the position.
Oketch throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Hopkins regains half guard.
Hopkins is not content to let Oketch control the position.
Hopkins wants to improve his position but Oketch is controlling well.
Hopkins regains full guard. Nicely done.
Hopkins is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Hopkins keeping moving, preventing Oketch from controlling successfully.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#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.
Oketch sitting in guard, not really doing much. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Hopkins scores with a nice strike.#TD2#
Oketch closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Hopkins did well to prevent Oketch getting side control.
Hopkins is looking to control Oketch's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Hopkins avoid being mounted?
Hopkins tries to roll over but Oketch keeps him under control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hopkins wants to control but Oketch is keeping busy.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Vincent Oketch will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Hopkins 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.
Hopkins throws the left hand but Oketch avoids the punch easily.
Oketch on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Hopkins swings for the body but Oketch moves out of range.
Oketch throws out a counter right but Hopkins avoids it with no problem.
Hopkins tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Oketch is able to avoid easily.
Hopkins works the jab nicely.
Oketch shoots in looking for a takedown. Hopkins tries to sprawl out of it but Oketch keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Hopkins manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Hopkins stuffs the takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oketch on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Hopkins lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Hopkins is looking to chop away at Oketch's legs.
Oketch has his takedown stuffed
and Hopkins counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Vinny Hopkins has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vincent Oketch.
Hopkins lands a head shot.#T1#
Hopkins takes a swing at Oketch's ribcage but misses.
Hopkins scores with a body shot.
Oketch is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Hopkins throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Oketch decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Hopkins's guard.
Hopkins is looking to stand back up but Oketch counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Hopkins. #REVR#
Hopkins tries to get to full guard but Oketch has control of the leg.
Hopkins is staying active underneath Oketch, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB2#
Oketch is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Hopkins wants to control but Oketch is keeping busy. #T2#
Hopkins is concentrating on defense, preventing Oketch from advancing position.
Hopkins is looking to improve his position.
Vincent Oketch has got the better of the ground game so far.
Hopkins tries to kick Oketch off but Oketch keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Oketch is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Oketch working Hopkins over with strikes.
Oketch thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T3##SUB2#
Oketch is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Hopkins is trying to stand back up but Oketch is controlling him
Hopkins makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Hopkins.
Oketch preventing the sweep.
Hopkins wants to stand and escape but Oketch is having none of it.
Hopkins looking to control.
Hopkins managing to control the position. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Jab from Hopkins.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Oketch ducks under a wild hook from Hopkins.
Oketch looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Hopkins throws out a loose jab but Oketch uses good head movement to avoid it.
Oketch has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Oketch there as he acknowledges the shot.
Vinny Hopkins seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hopkins throws a body shot but no joy.
Hopkins throws a shot from downtown. Oketch moves away and avoids it.
Hopkins is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Oketch can do to turn this around?
Oketch uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hopkins.
Oketch looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#TD2#
Hopkins gets caught napping as Oketch dives in and scores a takedown. Hopkins manages to retain guard.
Oketch working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #ES#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Hopkins manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.#BC#
Hopkins pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Hopkins throws an off balance right hand
and Oketch counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Good exchange - Hopkins coming out on top.
Hopkins looks to score with a jab to the body but Oketch is just out of range.
Hopkins misses with a wild body shot.
And Oketch tries to counter it with a takedown but Hopkins pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Hopkins scores with a jab. Oketch acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vinny Hopkins dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3##TD2#
Oketch shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Hopkins is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hopkins is trying to maintain the position but Oketch is very close to passing his half guard.
Oketch looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hopkins wants to get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Oketch is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Hopkins defends it well. #SUB#
Hopkins looking for submissions off his back.#T1##SUB2#
Oketch is looking for a kimura but Hopkins is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Oketch to get the leverage.
Hopkins trying to control here.
Hopkins is trying to stand back up but Oketch is controlling him
Hopkins is looking to control Oketch's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Hopkins avoid being mounted?#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Oketch gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Hopkins.
Hopkins lands a jab to Oketch's midsection.#T2#
Oketch thows a left - swing and a miss!
Hopkins throws a hook but Oketch blocks it.
A telegraphed right hand from Hopkins misses the target. #TD2#
Oketch bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
You can see the frustration on Hopkins's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Oketch trying to control the position but Hopkins is working away. #SUB2#
Oketch is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Hopkins knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Oketch tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Oketch has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T3#
Hopkins manages to work his way to half guard, despite Oketch's best efforts.
Oketch wants to control but Hopkins is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Oketch is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Hopkins tries to get to full guard but Oketch has control of the leg.
Hopkins has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Oketch is working away from the top position though.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2#
Oketch is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Oketch wants to control but Hopkins is keeping him busy.
Hopkins trying to control from the bottom.
The fighters are battling for position here. Hopkins manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Oketch would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hopkins is trying to keep Oketch in close. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Vinny Hopkins is winning the standup battle so far.
Hopkins with a hook.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Vincent Oketch.
I think Oketch 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Vincent Oketch!
During a confident post fight interview, Vincent Oketch thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
Vinny Hopkins spoke after the fight, saying 'As always I can do everything through Christ my lord and savior who strengthens me. Without him I wouldn't be here tonight. Don't worry I'll be back.'.

Event: Syn 558 - Hate By Design
Date: Dec 30, 2017

#R1##TD#
Oketch scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #SUB2#
Curran looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Oketch not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Oketch not landing any meaningful shots this time. #SUB#
Oketch is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB#
Oketch is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Curran has managed to free his arm - good work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters are battling for position here. Curran manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Oketch wants to control from the top but Curran keeps moving. #T1#
Oketch working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Curran keeping moving, preventing Oketch from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Curran is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Curran trying to control the position. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#SUB2#
Curran looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Curran looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Oketch puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard. #SUB#
Oketch is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Curran doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Oketch. #SUB2#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Curran looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T3##SUB2#
Curran looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Curran looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Curran looking for submissions off his back.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD2#
Curran looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Oketch!
Oketch gets back to half guard.#T4##SUB2#
Curran is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB#
Oketch looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Curran lands strikes from half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Oketch looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Oketch looking to work for a kimura 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 Vincent Oketch will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2##TD2#
Curran looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Oketch!
Curran working the ground and pound.
Curran 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.
Curran is looking to take a break and control but Oketch is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Oketch is looking for a sweep.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oketch gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #T1##SUB#
Oketch looking for submissions off his back.
Mario Curran has got the better of the ground game so far.
Curran drops an elbow to the side of Oketch's head.
Curran controlling the pace. #SUB2#
Curran seems to be looking for submissions.
Oketch trying to hold on to Curran's head to control him but Curran postures up. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Oketch looking for submissions off his back.
Curran is looking to take a break and control but Oketch is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Oketch with the active half guard here but Curran passes nicely into side control.
Curran working the ground and pound.#T3#
You can see the frustration on Oketch's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB2#
Curran goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Oketch has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Curran but great work by Oketch.
Oketch tries to stand but Curran is controlling his head.
Oketch wants to control but Curran is keeping him busy.
Curran struggling a bit here.
Curran is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Oketch's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#T4##SUB#
Oketch is looking for a kimura but Curran is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Oketch to get the leverage.
Oketch looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Curran gets full guard.
Curran trying to keep a closed guard but Oketch is proving a slippery customer.
Oketch would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Curran throws his legs up looking for a submission but Oketch uses it to pass to side control.
Oketch wants to control but Curran is keeping him busy.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mario Curran 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! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3##TD2#
Curran drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Oketch is trying to control Curran's posture but Curran avoids it.
Oketch is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Curran working the ground and pound from side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oketch is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Oketch looking for a sweep but Curran has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Curran content just to control the position here. #T1#
Curran looking to control but Oketch is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Curran controlling the pace for now.
Curran working the ground and pound effectively.
Oketch tries to reverse the position but Curran maintains control.
Curran lands a couple of nice shots there from mount. #T2#
Curran avoids the attempt from Oketch to control.
Curran looking to control but Oketch is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Oketch tries to hold on but Curran pushes him away.
Oketch is desperately trying to improve his position but Curran has a good base and remains in mount.
Curran has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Curran trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T3#
BOOM! Curran connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Curran postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Oketch looks a forlorn figure.
Curran raining down shots from the mount!
Oketch tries to hold on but Curran postures up.
Curran lands a big shot there that rocks Oketch but he's holding on and managing to survive for now. #T4#
Oketch slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Curran wants to lay and pray for a moment but Oketch keeps working.
Oketch avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Curran.
Curran wants to control but Oketch is keeping him busy.
Curran takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Curran thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Curran thows a huge punch but Oketch dodges it nicely.

And that's the end of the fight!
Mario Curran comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Curran 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 Steven Brown scores the fight 28:29
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 27:29
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 26:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mario Curran!
Mario Curran decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: Syn 554 - Equilibrium
Date: Dec 01, 2017

#R1#
Paavo throws a body punch but Oketch moves out of range.
An inside leg kick lands from Paavo.
Oketch shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Paavo sprawls well. Paavo wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Oketch gets slowly back to his feet.
Some bone on bone action there as Oketch checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Paavo stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Paavo wants it to stay on the feet.
That kick from Paavo tenderised Oketch's leg. Oketch is trying to keep his angry face on.
Paavo throws a body kick that misses.
Oketch appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
A left lands for Paavo.
A slapping leg kick lands for Paavo.
Paavo throws a jab but it's blocked by Oketch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Paavo cracks Oketch with a right hand to the side of the head.
Paavo throws a lazy right hand but Oketch sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
And Oketch tries to counter it with a takedown but Paavo pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Paavo fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Oketch.
Paavo just misses with a punch to the body.
Paavo smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Paavo leaves Oketch with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Eliitti Paavo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vincent Oketch.#T1#
An inside leg kick lands from Paavo.
Paavo tries a low kick but Oketch avoids it.
Paavo throws a lazy head kick
and Oketch counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Paavo throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Paavo misses with a low kick.
Eliitti Paavo is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nice sprawl there from Paavo as Oketch shoots in.
Paavo lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Oketch looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Paavo is fending him off so far but Oketch persists. Nope, Paavo circles away and we're back to standing.
Paavo fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Paavo throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Oketch sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Paavo connects with a high kick.
Paavo bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Paavo misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Oketch blocks a head kick by Paavo.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Paavo catches Oketch with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Eliitti Paavo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
No joy there for Paavo, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Oketch looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Oketch checks a leg kick.
Paavo is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Oketch.
Oketch avoids the head kick by Paavo.
Paavo looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Paavo throws a sloppy head kick and Oketch moves out of range easily.
Paavo swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Paavo moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Paavo tries to land a leg kick but Oketch saw it coming and moves away.
Oketch shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Paavo defends it nicely.
Oketch shoots for a takedown but Paavo saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Paavo bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Oketch's head backwards.
Paavo cracks Oketch with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Oketch takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Paavo lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#T3#
Paavo lands a leg kick that knocks Oketch off balance momentarily.
Paavo throws a low kick but Oketch moves out of range easily.
Oketch blocks a low kick nicely.
Oketch was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Paavo throws a sloppy body shot
and Oketch counters with a low kick, right behind Paavo 's knee.
Oketch on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#TD2#
Oketch looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Paavo looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Paavo trying to keep a closed guard but Oketch is proving a slippery customer.
Oketch trying to control the position from guard on top but Paavo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Paavo tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Paavo is trying to control the position but Oketch postures up. #T4#
Paavo wants to stand but Oketch is controlling the position.
Oketch advances to half guard.
Paavo tries to get to full guard but Oketch has control of the leg.
Paavo is working hard here to advance position.
Paavo gets full guard.
Paavo wants to sweep but no luck.
Paavo trying to keep a closed guard but Oketch is proving a slippery customer.
Paavo has his hands on Oketch's head, controlling the position. #SUB2#
Oketch 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.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Eliitti Paavo dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
A decent looking cross lands there for Paavo.
Oketch takes one to the side of the head.
Oketch on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Eliitti Paavo is winning the standup battle so far.
Paavo looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Paavo displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Oketch.
Paavo missing with a left hand there. Oketch was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Paavo motions for Oketch to come forward. Paavo throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Paavo misses with a straight right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Paavo lands a jab to the head.
Paavo pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A jab from Paavo misses.
Paavo leaves Oketch with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Paavo finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt. #T1#
Paavo connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Paavo lands a body shot.
Paavo looks to land a right hand but Oketch moved out of range.
That kick from Paavo tenderised Oketch's leg. Oketch is trying to keep his angry face on.
Paavo tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Oketch is defended easily by Paavo.
Paavo was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Eliitti Paavo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vincent Oketch.
Paavo lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Paavo thows a leg kick but Oketch checks it
and Oketch counters with a nice leg kick. #TD2#
Paavo gets caught flat footed, as Oketch shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.#ES#
Paavo pushes Oketch off and scrambles 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!
Oketch takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #T2#
Paavo fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Oketch.
Paavo keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Paavo dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Oketch. That did some damage!
A jab lands there for Paavo.
Oketch ducks under a wild hook from Paavo.
Paavo throws a leg kick but Oketch sees it coming and moves out of range.
Paavo lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Paavo tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Paavo misses with a hook
and Oketch counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Oketch will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Paavo is looking for a counter combo.
Oketch shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Paavo pinned against the cage. Paavo gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Oketch checks a low kick from Paavo.
Oketch only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Paavo lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#T3#
Paavo throws a body shot but no joy.
Paavo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Oketch manages to avoid it.#TD2#
Oketch shoots in and bounces Paavo off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.#ES#
Paavo manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Paavo.
Oketch has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Paavo avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Oketch is looking for a takedown.
Paavo lands a left hand. #TD2#
Oketch wants the takedown. Paavo is fighting it off but Oketch persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Paavo's guard against the cage.
Paavo might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Paavo is on top in guard. #REVR#
Oketch is breathing heavily.
Paavo trying to control the position from guard on top but Oketch is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
Paavo pushes down on Oketch's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Paavo seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up. #SUB#
Paavo is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Oketch defends it well.
Oketch wants to control but Paavo is keeping busy. #SUB2#
Oketch looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Oketch looking for submissions off his back.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Eliitti Paavo dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Paavo cracks Oketch with an open hand slap.
Paavo throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Paavo tests Oketch's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Paavo misses the body punch
and Oketch counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#TD2#
Oketch looking to score a takedown here. Paavo is defending well but Oketch drives through and ends up in Paavo's guard.#ES#
Paavo scrambles and gets back to his feet.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Oketch shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Paavo as he avoids it easily.
Oketch moves out of range of the leg kick from Paavo.
Paavo scores with a nice head shot.
Paavo scores with a jab to the jaw.
A slapping leg kick lands for Paavo.
Paavo lands a jab.
Paavo feints and then cracks Oketch's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Oketch down. #T1#
Oketch shoots for a takedown but Paavo saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Jab by Paavo.
Oketch fails to land the takedown.
Eliitti Paavo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vincent Oketch.
Oketch takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Paavo connects with a leg kick. Oketch looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Paavo defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Oketch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Oketch. Paavo does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nice cross by Paavo.
Oketch on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Paavo connects with a looping right hand.
That kick from Paavo tenderised Oketch's leg. Oketch is trying to keep his angry face on.
Nice uppercut lands for Paavo. That snapped Oketch's head back.
Oketch uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Paavo.
Paavo loads up on a big right hand but Oketch slips the punch.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Oketch! But no joy.#T2#
Oketch dives in and grabs Paavo's left leg, looking for a takedown. Paavo pushes down on Oketch's head and hops out.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Paavo with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Paavo rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Oketch moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Paavo tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Oketch is able to avoid easily.
Paavo throws a lazy right hand but Oketch sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Oketch misses with a few strikes there.
Horrible takedown attempt by Oketch or perhaps it was just good defense by Paavo, which made it look bad.
Paavo connects with the punch.
A leg kick checked by Paavo.
Oketch lands with a thumping leg kick.
Paavo lands with an overhand left.
Oketch misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Paavo.
Paavo connects with a jab.
Vincent Oketch has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Oketch throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Paavo's waist but Paavo gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Oketch off to one side.
A telegraphed right hand from Oketch misses the target.
Paavo lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Paavo fails to land with a series of punches.
Paavo feints and then cracks Oketch's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Oketch down.
Oketch is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Paavo misses with a low kick as Oketch jumps back.
Paavo lunges at Oketch with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Oketch's hand.
Oketch is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
A good leg kick by Paavo.
A slow jab from Paavo misses its intended target.
Oketch feints a counter leg kick.
Paavo looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Paavo changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Paavo with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Paavo cracks the inside of Oketch's front leg. #T4#
Paavo swings for the body but Oketch moves out of range.
Oketch was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
A nice leg kick lands there from Paavo.
Paavo connects with an inside leg kick.
Paavo throws a half hearted mid kick.
A good leg kick by Paavo.
Oketch displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Paavo throws out the jab.
Oketch has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Paavo cracks the inside of Oketch's front leg.
Oketch looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Nice shot by Paavo.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Oketch blocks a jab.
Paavo tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Paavo dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Oketch's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Paavo scores with a slapping inside leg kick.

And that's the end of the fight!
Eliitti Paavo showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Paavo 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Eliitti Paavo!
After the fight, Eliitti Paavo 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: Syn 551 - Salvation
Date: Nov 04, 2017

#R1#
Oketch misses with a takedown attempt - Sackett sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Sackett jabs at Oketch's body.
Oketch is trying hard to land a takedown here. Sackett sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Sackett attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Oketch follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Oketch shoots for a double leg takedown but Sackett sprawls well. He's pushed Oketch's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Sackett was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Mordecai Sackett has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vincent Oketch.#TD2#
Oketch shoots in and bounces Sackett off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oketch postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Sackett trying to control the position here. #T1#
Sackett looking for a sweep. Not yet Sackett, not yet.
Sackett is working hard here to advance position.
Sackett is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Oketch working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Oketch has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Oketch won't allow Sackett to sweep him here.
Sackett is trying to control the position but Oketch postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Oketch trying to control but Sackett is working from the bottom.
Sackett is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Oketch won't allow Sackett to sweep him here. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Sackett is on top in guard. #REVR#
Oketch told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Sackett throws a big right hand that misses. #SUB2#
Oketch looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB2#
Oketch has his foot on Sackett's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Sackett works his way back into a safe position though.
Sackett trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Sackett lands a couple of elbows.
Oketch keeping full guard, as Sackett tries to pass.
Sackett is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Sackett not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Sackett wants to control from the top but Oketch keeps moving. #T3#
Sackett throws a big elbow that misses.
Sackett engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Oketch keeping moving, preventing Sackett from controlling successfully.
Sackett controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Sackett landing with the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Oketch has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Sackett 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 Oketch.#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.
Oketch can't do much from the bottom here.
Oketch is letting Sackett control him for a moment.
Sackett working away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Oketch manages to get back to half guard.
Sackett controlling the action here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mordecai Sackett dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2##TD2#
Sackett gets caught napping as Oketch dives in and scores a takedown. Sackett manages to retain guard.
Sackett controlling Oketch's posture.
Oketch preventing the sweep.
Sackett is trying to control the position but Oketch postures up.
Oketch advances position into side control!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sackett is looking to regain half guard here but Oketch keeps moving and retains side control.
Oketch controlling the position. #T1#
Sackett tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Oketch wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Sackett gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Sackett manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Sackett really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Sackett pulls Oketch in close to prevent any damage.
Sackett is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Oketch can do to turn this around?
Sackett tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Sackett is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Sackett looking for a sweep. Not yet Sackett, not yet.
Sackett keeping moving, preventing Oketch from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Oketch 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. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Sackett is trying to keep Oketch in close.
Oketch postures up in Sackett's guard and throws a big left but Sackett blocks it.
Sackett looking to hit a scissor sweep but Oketch is one step ahead there.
Sackett is trying to control the position from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD2#
Oketch feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.#T3#
Sackett trying to control the position here. #SUB#
Sackett working for a triangle but Oketch defends it easily.
Sackett wants to sweep here but Oketch controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Oketch drops back looking for a leg! Sackett is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Sackett manages to kick Oketch off! Oketch jumps back into Sackett's guard.
Oketch wants to control from the top but Sackett keeps moving. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Oketch preventing the sweep. #SUB#
Oketch avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Oketch trying to control the position from guard on top but Sackett is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sackett working a defensive guard here. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sackett scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vincent Oketch showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R3#
Sackett takes a jab right on the kisser.
Sackett throws a hook but Oketch blocks it.
Sackett is looking to land body kicks.
Oketch swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Nice takedown defense from Sackett. No joy for Oketch on that attempt.
Sackett scores with a hook.
Sackett looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Sackett misses with a looping left.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sackett scores with a jab to the jaw.
No luck for Oketch with that takedown attempt. #T1#
Sackett tries to close the distance and clinch but Oketch swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Oketch shoots in looking for a takedown but Sackett manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Oketch's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Mordecai Sackett has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vincent Oketch.
Oketch doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Sackett counters with a nice uppercut.
Oketch takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Sackett lands a nice looking body shot.
Oketch avoids the body shot from Sackett.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Oketch! But no joy.
Sackett tries to clinch but Oketch moves out of range.
Sackett lands a right hook to the body. #T2#
Sackett 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.
Oketch shoots for a takedown but Sackett saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Oketch takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Oketch keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sackett tests Oketch's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Sackett stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Sackett wants it to stay on the feet.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Oketch shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Sackett as he jumps to the side.
Oketch on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#T3#
Sackett defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Oketch.
A little feinted left hand from Sackett on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Oketch shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Sackett is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Oketch takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Vincent Oketch seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sackett connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Oketch's hands.
Sackett connects with a single shot there.
Mordecai Sackett is winning the standup battle so far.#KD#
Sackett lands a big head kick that sends Oketch tumbling to the mat! Sackett takes a step backwards and waves Oketch back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#
Oketch is rocked!
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!
Sackett moves in close and cracks Oketch with a massive right hand! Oketch, frozen momentarily in time, tumbles to the canvas, already out cold! A brutal knockout by Sackett!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:47 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Mordecai Sackett!
Mordecai Sackett retains his bantamweight title!
Mordecai Sackett tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.

Event: Syn 548 - Institutionalized
Date: Oct 14, 2017

#R1#
Oketch shoots in but Larusso avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Larusso waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Oketch.
Larusso leaves Oketch with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Larusso lands a leg kick that knocks Oketch off balance momentarily.
An inside leg kick lands from Larusso. #TD#
Oketch closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Larusso quickly recovers to half guard.
Oketch trying to control the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oketch throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Larusso is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Oketch's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Oketch's back!#T1#
I really don't envy Oketch right now.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Larusso's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Oketch is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Soul Supremacy Rio that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Larusso gets his hands free as Oketch looks to control. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
What can Oketch do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Larusso is trying to stick to Oketch's back but Oketch is turning into Larusso. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Larusso's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Oketch.
Larusso lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##SUB#
Oketch is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Larusso has his hands clasped together but Oketch extends and breaks Larusso's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Oketch.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Vincent Oketch!
Vincent Oketch seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: Syn 546 - Apex
Date: Sep 29, 2017

#R1#
Oketch shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Falcao defends it nicely.
Falcao lands a head shot.
Falcao waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Oketch.
Falcao throws a nice outside leg kick.
A big left from Falcao misses.
Oketch misses with a takedown
and Falcao counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oketch fails to land the takedown.
Diego Falcao has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vincent Oketch.
Falcao misses with a leg kick.
Oketch misses with a takedown attempt
and Falcao counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A big left from Falcao misses.
Oketch tries a quick counter leg kick but Falcao is wise to it.#T1#
Falcao clobbers Oketch with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
A jab from Falcao misses.
A jab from Falcao misses.
Oketch throws out a counter right but Falcao avoids it with no problem.
Oketch closes the distance and clinches up with Falcao, looking for a takedown. Oketch pushes Falcao against the cage but Falcao circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Oketch throws a good cross that connects.
Falcao throws a leg kick that is checked
and Oketch counters with a slapping leg kick.
Nice shot lands for Falcao.
Oketch tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Falcao misses with a body shot.
Falcao pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Oketch connects with a body shot.
Falcao is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Falcao lands a head shot.
Falcao pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
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!
Falcao throws a jab but it's blocked by Oketch. #TD2#
Falcao gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Oketch to score an easy takedown into full guard.#T2#
Falcao 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#
Falcao seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T3##SUB2#
Oketch looking for submissions off his back.
Falcao thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Oketch's head.
Falcao perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Falcao continues to stall.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB2#
Oketch looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Falcao stalling.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Oketch closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Falcao parries the strikes from Oketch easily there. Oketch is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Falcao to escape.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Diego Falcao dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Oketch slips under a jab from Falcao.
Falcao throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #TD2#
Oketch bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Oketch is trying to ground and pound but Falcao uses the momentary lack of control by Oketch to regain half guard.
Oketch passes to full mount!
Falcao wants to control but Oketch is having none of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Oketch is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Falcao has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Falcao! #T1##SUB2#
Oketch is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Falcao has his hands clasped together but Oketch extends and breaks Falcao's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Oketch.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:19 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Vincent Oketch!
An out of breath Vincent Oketch thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: C22: Roy vs Pappalardo
Date: Sep 09, 2017

#R1#
Linhares throws a leg kick
enabling Oketch to counter with a crisp jab.
Linhares looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Linhares looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Oketch was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Linhares throws a body kick that misses.
Oketch throws out a counter right but Linhares avoids it with no problem.#TD2#
Oketch shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Linhares is trying to defend but Oketch finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#SUB#
Linhares looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Oketch pushes past his half guard into mount!
Linhares is squirming around, avoiding Oketch's attempts to control the action.
Oketch lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Oketch cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Linhares is looking to get to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Oketch controlling his opponent. #T1##SUB2#
Oketch looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Linhares keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard. #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.#SUB2#
Oketch working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Oketch with the ground and pound from mount. #SUB2#
Oketch working for a submission but Linhares is keeping him at bay.
Oketch looking to control but Linhares is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Linhares is working to get back to half guard.
Oketch has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Linhares's face. #T3#
Oketch is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Linhares can't stay in a position like this for much longer. #SUB2#
Oketch has control of Linhares's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Linhares regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Oketch trying to control but Linhares is having none of it. #T4#
Oketch looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Oketch landing strikes from the mount.
Linhares is in all sorts of trouble here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Linhares sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#SUB2#
Oketch seems to be working for a kimura but Linhares defends the submission attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vincent Oketch dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Oketch staying out of range there.
Linhares stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#TD2#
Oketch looking to score a takedown here. Linhares is defending well but Oketch drives through and ends up in Linhares's guard.
Oketch stopping the sweep attempt from Linhares.
Oketch passes Linhares's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Vincent Oketch has got the better of the ground game so far.
Linhares is trying to control but can't.
Linhares wants to improve his position but Oketch is controlling well. #SUB2#
Oketch is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oketch trying to pass the guard but Linhares defending well. #T1#
Linhares trying to control here.
Oketch is trying to control. Linhares wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
Oketch wants to work for an arm triangle but Linhares is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Oketch scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Oketch is keen to just control but Linhares is a slippery customer.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Oketch wants to free his trapped foot but Linhares is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Linhares is looking for a sweep. Oketch is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Oketch is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Oketch landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #SUB#
Linhares looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Oketch lands strikes from half guard.
Linhares is trying to get back to full guard.#T3##SUB2#
Oketch is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Oketch is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Oketch wants to take a breather but Linhares is having none of it.
Linhares trying to control but Oketch postures up.
Linhares is staying active underneath Oketch, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Linhares wants to sweep but Oketch has passed to side control!
Linhares is trying to improve his position.
Oketch has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB2#
Oketch is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Linhares is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Linhares is looking for a sweep.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Oketch wants to control but Linhares is keeping him busy.
Linhares manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vincent Oketch 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! This is the final round!
#R3#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Oketch is defended easily by Linhares.
Luis Carlos Linhares seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Linhares throws a sloppy body shot
and Oketch counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#TD2#
Oketch shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #SUB#
Linhares is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Oketch defends well.
Oketch connects with a couple of short punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Linhares looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Oketch has picked Linhares up and slammed him! Linhares can't keep hold of the triangle and Oketch manages to pass to side control!#SUB2#
Oketch is trying to get an arm triangle but Linhares is defending well.
Oketch slows the pace down. #T1##SUB2#
Oketch goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Linhares rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Oketch's guard! Nice work there by Linhares!
Oketch keeping full guard, as Linhares tries to pass. #SUB2#
Oketch had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Linhares defends it easily.#SUB2#
Oketch has his foot on Linhares's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Linhares works his way back into a safe position though.
Luis Carlos Linhares has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Linhares looking to sit in guard and control but Oketch gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Linhares working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Oketch.
Oketch lands a couple of elbows.
Linhares keeping moving, preventing Oketch from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Linhares looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Linhares keeping moving, preventing Oketch from controlling successfully.
Vincent Oketch is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3##SUB#
Linhares working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Oketch doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oketch manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Oketch controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Oketch wants to control from the top but Linhares keeps moving.
Oketch 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.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB#
Linhares throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Oketch escapes and throws Linhares's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Oketch 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 Linhares's shoulder. That is not cool.
Linhares regains half guard.
Oketch is trying to control. Linhares wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Oketch is figuring out what he wants to do next.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Linhares misses with a right hand
and Oketch counters with a lovely shot to the body.
An inside leg kick from Linhares misses.

And that's the end of the fight!
Vincent Oketch comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Oketch 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 Paulo Santos scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Cesar scores the fight 27:30
Judge Felipe Paraventi scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Vincent Oketch!
An out of breath Vincent Oketch thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: C18: Gatsby vs Judea
Date: Aug 19, 2017

#R1#
Oketch keeps the fight on the outside.
Ohchooto tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Oketch was well out of range. Poor timing from Ohchooto.
Oketch closes the distance and clinches up with Ohchooto, looking for a takedown. Oketch pushes Ohchooto against the cage but Ohchooto circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Ohchooto swings for the body but Oketch moves out of range.
Moses Ohchooto seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Oketch shoots in looking for a takedown. Ohchooto tries to sprawl out of it but Oketch keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Ohchooto manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Ohchooto lands a nice looking body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ohchooto dips to his left and cracks Oketch with an uppercut!
Oketch on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Ohchooto misses with an uppercut
and Oketch counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Ohchooto misses with an uppercut. Oketch saw that one coming.
Ohchooto changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#T1#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Oketch is defended easily by Ohchooto.
Moses Ohchooto has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vincent Oketch.
Ohchooto scores with a hook to the body. Oketch takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Ohchooto rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Oketch counters with a slapping leg kick.
Ohchooto wants to clinch up but Oketch keeps it at a distance.
A nice inside leg kick there by Ohchooto. That's going to slow Oketch down.
Ohchooto tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Oketch manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Oketch misses with a low kick.
Oketch takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Oketch will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Ohchooto bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Oketch's head backwards.#T2#
A combination from Oketch does no damage.
Ohchooto lands a jab to the head.
Ohchooto throws out a leg kick but Oketch moves out of range and Ohchooto only half commits.
Ohchooto cracks the inside of Oketch's front leg.
Ohchooto takes a swing at Oketch's ribcage but misses.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ohchooto leaves Oketch with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Ohchooto lands with a hook. Oketch tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Moses Ohchooto is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Ohchooto with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Ohchooto lands a nice hook to Oketch's body. Oketch takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #TD2#
Oketch manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Ohchooto on his heels. He'll look to pass Ohchooto's guard now, I'm sure.
Ohchooto wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Oketch manages to pass to side control. #REVR#
The referee calls for the fighters to work. #T3##SUB2#
Oketch looking for a submission but Ohchooto manages to get full guard, putting an end to that submission attempt. #SUB2#
Oketch thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Ohchooto trying to keep a closed guard but Oketch is proving a slippery customer.
Oketch looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Oketch connects with a couple of short punches.
Oketch passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Ohchooto is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Oketch is one step ahead and moves to full mount!#T4#
Ohchooto is looking to improve his position but Oketch isn't that keen on the idea.
Oketch trying to control but Ohchooto is having none of it. #SUB2#
Oketch looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
BOOM! Oketch connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Ohchooto is squirming around, avoiding Oketch's attempts to control the action.
Ohchooto tries to lock up and control but Oketch gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Moses Ohchooto 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#
Ohchooto throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Oketch counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Ohchooto regains full guard. Nicely done.
Oketch trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Oketch has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Oketch's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Oketch trying to control the position from guard on top but Ohchooto is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Ohchooto is looking for a triangle but Oketch pushes his legs off easily.
Ohchooto keeping moving, preventing Oketch from controlling successfully.
We've been hearing good reports from Ohchooto'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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ohchooto wants to sweep here but Oketch controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Ohchooto working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Oketch has passed into half guard!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Oketch passes to side control.
Oketch lands an elbow.
Vincent Oketch has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Oketch is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Ohchooto knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Oketch tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T2#
Ohchooto struggling a bit here.
Ohchooto is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Ohchooto defending against the ground and pound.
Ohchooto is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Oketch has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Ohchooto tries to bench press Oketch off him but Oketch keeps the position. #T3##SUB2#
Oketch thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Ohchooto is not content to let Oketch control the position.
Ohchooto is trying to control Oketch's posture but Oketch avoids it.
Ohchooto tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Oketch wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Oketch trying to control the position but Ohchooto is working away.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#SUB2#
Oketch in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Ohchooto is tapping! That's the end of the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:26 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Vincent Oketch!
Vincent Oketch thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: C15: Gatsby vs Reilly
Date: Jul 29, 2017

#R1#
Oketch uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Longworth.
Longworth throws a lazy uppercut
and Oketch counters with a two punch combo.
Longworth fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Longworth.
Oketch walks into a stiff left hand from Longworth.
Longworth throws a lazy uppercut
and Oketch counters with a good low kick that Longworth was not able to check.
Longworth throws a left and a right that both miss
and Oketch counters with an inside leg kick.
Longworth takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Longworth lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Longworth takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Longworth scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Oketch throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Oketch moves out of range as Longworth throws a body kick.
Nice cross by Longworth.
Longworth throws a wild body kick that Oketch sees coming a mile off.
Oketch misses with a low kick.
Longworth tries to move into range but Oketch moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#T1#
Longworth on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Oketch turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
A good leg kick by Oketch.
A swing and a miss from Longworth.
Oketch moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Vinnie Longworth seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Longworth displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Longworth throws a jab when Oketch was well out of range.
Oketch throws a hook but Longworth avoids it easily.
Oketch fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Longworth throws a predictable looking body shot
and Oketch counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Longworth lands with a nice body kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Longworth lands a jab to the nose.
Longworth wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Longworth lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Oketch showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Longworth. #T2#
Longworth lands a head kick!
Longworth connects with a good right hand that stumbles Oketch. Oketch circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Oketch throws a body punch but Longworth moves out of range.
Oketch throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Longworth misses with a shot to the body
and Oketch counters with a nice body shot.
Longworth walks into a jab.
Longworth fails with the takedown
and Oketch counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Oketch keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Oketch lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Longworth misses the body punch
and Oketch counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Longworth is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Oketch scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#T3#
A punch lands to the side of Longworth 's head but he takes it in his stride.
It looks like Longworth has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Oketch has a takedown stuffed.
Longworth throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Oketch counters with a good low kick that Longworth was not able to check.
A shot to the body from Longworth misses
and Oketch counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Oketch stuffs the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vinnie Longworth. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Oketch displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Longworth throws out the jab.
Longworth throws a half hearted mid kick.
A good leg kick by Longworth.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Oketch, right into the meat.
Longworth lands with a nice body punch.
Longworth uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Oketch.
Longworth seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Longworth throws a lazy uppercut
and Oketch counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Oketch slips under a jab.
Oketch looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Oketch connects with a single shot there.#T4#
A combination from Longworth does no damage.
Jab, jab by Oketch - just one landing.
Longworth misses with a hook to the body
and Oketch counters with a nice uppercut. #ROC2#
Longworth is rocked!
Oketch connects with a nice looking jab.
Oh Longworth is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Nice takedown defense from Oketch. No joy for Longworth on that attempt.
Longworth throws a right and a left that both miss.
Longworth is breathing heavily.
Longworth throws a predictable looking body shot
and Oketch makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Longworth seems to have got his legs back now.
Oketch thumps Longworth with a low kick.
Longworth rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Oketch counters with a stiff right hand.
Longworth ducks right into an uppercut from Oketch.
Longworth takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Oketch turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Oketch scores with a jab to the jaw.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
BOOM! Oketch lands a beautiful left hook that drops Longworth. Longworth tries to recover but Oketch is having none of it, landing more punishing shots from mount. One final crushing shot and Longworth lies motionless on the canvas. The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vincent Oketch!
Vincent Oketch thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: EPL 12.7
Date: Jun 14, 2017

#R1#
Oketch throws a lazy uppercut
and Dall counters with an outside leg kick.
A big right from Dall misses.
Dall lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Dall lands a nice looking body shot.
Dall moves out of range of the body kick from Oketch.
Dall just misses with a punch to the body.
Oketch thows a leg kick but Dall checks it
and Dall counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Dall throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dall throws a body punch but Oketch moves out of range.
Oketch lands with a right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dall scores with a hook.
Oketch wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Dall lands a nice looking body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Oketch throws an overhand right that lands on Dall's shoulder, as Dall tries to avoid the shot.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Dall.#T1#
Dall buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Dall is looking to wear down Oketch with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Dall with a nice cross.
Dall lands a leg kick that knocks Oketch off balance momentarily.
Dall throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Oketch stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Oketch lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Dall at a distance.
Dall pushes Oketch away with a front kick.
Dall misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Dall walks into a stiff left hand from Oketch.
A good leg kick by Dall.
Dall misses with a wild body shot.
Dall ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Oketch moves out of range of the body kick.
Oketch looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Dall was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dall ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Oketch takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Oketch throws a front kick that sends Dall stumbling back into the cage.
Bastyn Dall seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Oketch closes the distance and clinches up with Dall, looking for a takedown. Oketch pushes Dall against the cage but Dall circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Dall is looking to counter punch.
A swing and a miss from Dall.
Dall misses with a hook
and Oketch counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Oketch checks a low kick from Dall.
Oketch goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Oketch dives in and grabs Dall's left leg, looking for a takedown. Dall pushes down on Oketch's head and hops out.
Dall scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Dall throws a body punch but Oketch moves out of range.
Dall throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Oketch decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Dall's guard.#SUB#
Dall working for a triangle but Oketch defends it easily. #T3#
Oketch controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Oketch throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Dall works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Dall utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
My spies in DJs Locker inform me that Oketch has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Oketch loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Oketch working some strikes from top position.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Oketch trying to control the position from guard on top but Dall is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Oketch with a flurry of punches that miss.
Oketch 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#
Dall has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Oketch can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Dall is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Oketch has his hands clasped together but Dall extends and breaks Oketch's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Dall.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Bastyn Dall!
After winning the bout, Bastyn Dall thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: Ascension 0527
Date: May 27, 2017

#R1#
Oketch is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Horiguchi.
Oketch thuds his right hand into Horiguchi's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#CUT2#
It looks like Kyoji Horiguchi has been cut.
Horiguchi throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Horiguchi dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Horiguchi is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Oketch.
Oketch drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Horiguchi defends it well.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Horiguchi.
Horiguchi takes a jab right on the kisser.
Horiguchi shoots in but no luck this time.
Oketch throws out a counter right but Horiguchi avoids it with no problem.
Horiguchi misses with a lunging right hand #TD2#
and Oketch counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Horiguchi!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Horiguchi gets back to half guard.
Oketch thows a huge punch but Horiguchi dodges it nicely.
Horiguchi is pressing down on Oketch's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Horiguchi wants to sweep here but Oketch controlling him for the moment. #T1#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Oketch accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Oketch stopping the sweep attempt from Horiguchi.
Oketch sitting in guard here, content to control.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Oketch accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Horiguchi is on top in guard. #REVR#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Horiguchi won't allow Oketch to sweep him here.
Oketch keeping moving, preventing Horiguchi from controlling successfully. #T2#
Oketch utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Oketch trying to keep a closed guard but Horiguchi is proving a slippery customer.
Horiguchi trying to control but Oketch is working from the bottom.
Horiguchi postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Horiguchi wants to control from the top but Oketch keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Horiguchi swings widly with a right hand
and Oketch counters with a left and a right that stings Horiguchi.
Oketch lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Horiguchi tries to land a front kick but Oketch steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Oketch leaves Horiguchi with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
A little jabbing left from Oketch on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T3#
Horiguchi cracks Oketch with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Oketch lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Good standup being displayed there by Oketch as he connects with a hook.
Horiguchi feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Oketchs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
We've been told by Horiguchi's head coaches at Red Tri-Angle Gym. 15 Coaches/13 Elite that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
A chopping leg kick lands by Oketch.
Horiguchi connects with a single shot there.
Oketch takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Horiguchi throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Oketch swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Oketch dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Horiguchi pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
It seemed like Oketch was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T4#
Horiguchi swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Oketch counters with a nice low kick that buckles Horiguchi's knee momentarily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD#
Horiguchi throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Oketch tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Horiguchi is in Oketch's guard.#SUB2#
Oketch has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Horiguchi can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Oketch manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Horiguchi manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Horiguchi is controlling Oketch's posture.
Oketch looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Oketch postures up in Horiguchi's guard and throws a big left but Horiguchi blocks it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Vincent Oketch will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Kyoji Horiguchi's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Horiguchi cracks Oketch with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Horiguchi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Oketch manages to avoid it.
Horiguchi tried to score with a low kick but Oketch checks it.
Oketch tries a low kick but Horiguchi avoids it.
Horiguchi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Oketch was well out of range. Poor timing from Horiguchi.
Oketch swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Nice defenses there by Oketch.
Vincent Oketch seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Horiguchi checks a low kick from Oketch.
Oketch thuds his right hand into Horiguchi's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Oketch throws a big shot that misses.
Horiguchi throws a quick counter kick to the body but Oketch avoids it.
Oketch with a nice cross.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice takedown defense from Oketch. No joy for Horiguchi on that attempt.
Horiguchi moves out of range of the strikes.
Good standup being displayed there by Oketch as he connects with a hook.
Horiguchi uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Oketch.
Horiguchi lands a jab.#T1#
Horiguchi misses with a looping left.
Oketch looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Oketch looks to score with a jab to the body but Horiguchi is just out of range.
Horiguchi throws a series of punches but Oketch moves out of range.
Oketch ducks under a wild hook from Horiguchi.
Oketch will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Donk. Oketch catches Horiguchi right on the button with a cross.
Oketch tries to land a body kick
and Horiguchi counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Horiguchi chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Oketch can pounce on him.
Oketch fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Oketch blocks a leg kick.
Horiguchi lands with a right hand.
Oketch just misses with a punch to the body.
Horiguchi connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#T2#
Oketch lands a jab to Horiguchi's midsection.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Horiguchi swings away with a body shot that misses
and Oketch counters with a thumping low kick.
Horiguchi tries a head kick but it misses.
Horiguchi misses with a two punch combination.
Horiguchi rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Oketch moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Horiguchi thows a leg kick but Oketch checks it
and Oketch counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Oketch wants to slow Horiguchi down by chopping away at his legs.
Horiguchi fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Horiguchi looks to land a right hand but Oketch moved out of range.
Oketch feints the counter takedown.
Horiguchi misses with a wild combination.
Oketch fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Horiguchi avoids it really well and circles away.#T3#
Horiguchi throws a series of punches but Oketch avoids them all with ease.
A little jabbing left from Oketch on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Oketch has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Oketch avoids a kick to the body.
Oketch throws a head kick but Horiguchi moves out of range.
Horiguchi misses with a right hand
enabling Oketch to counter with a crisp jab.
Oketch listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Oketch with a jab.
Horiguchi lands with an uppercut that bounces Oketch off the cage and back into range.
Horiguchi throws a jab but it's blocked by Oketch.
Horiguchi shoots in looking for a takedown. Oketch tries to sprawl out of it but Horiguchi keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Oketch 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 Kyoji Horiguchi. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Oketch looks to throw a body kick
enabling Horiguchi to counter with a crisp jab. #T4#
Horiguchi moves forwards but Oketch connects with a nice, crisp jab.#ROC2#
Horiguchi is rocked!
Horiguchi attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Oh Horiguchi is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Oketch tries to move into range but Horiguchi moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Oketch throws a series of punches but Horiguchi avoids them all with ease.
Horiguchi works over Oketch's head and body with a nice combination.#TD#
Horiguchi looking to score a takedown here. Oketch is defending well but Horiguchi drives through and ends up in Oketch's guard.
Horiguchi seems to have got his legs back now.#SUB2#
Oketch had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Horiguchi defends it easily.
Horiguchi trying to control but Oketch is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Oketch is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Horiguchi defends well.
Horiguchi trying to control the position from guard on top but Oketch is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
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 Kyoji Horiguchi will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Kyoji Horiguchi's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Horiguchi throws a body shot but no joy.
Horiguchi displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Oketch throws out the jab.
Horiguchi misses with a lunging right hand
letting Oketch counter with a right hand.
Horiguchi displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Oketch throws out the jab.
Oketch turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Oketch shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Horiguchi as he jumps to the side.
Horiguchi lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Horiguchi lands a front kick.
Oketch uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Oketch has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
A slow jab from Horiguchi misses its intended target.
Oketch slips under a jab from Horiguchi.#T1#
Horiguchi lands a really nice looking cross but Oketch seems unphased.
Oketch loads up on a big right hand but Horiguchi slips the punch.
Horiguchi throws a leg kick
and Oketch counters with a straight right hand.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Horiguchi, right into the meat.
Horiguchi is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Oketch.
Horiguchi missing with a left hand there. Oketch was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Horiguchi jabs Oketch to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Oketch displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Horiguchi throws out the jab.
Oketch let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Horiguchi throws out a powerful jab.
Oketch uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Oketch tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Horiguchi pushes Oketch away with a front kick.
Oketch avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
An inside leg kick lands from Oketch.
A nice inside leg kick there by Oketch. That's going to slow Horiguchi down.
Oketch has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Horiguchi.
Oketch shoots in and drives through. Horiguchi sprawls well.
Oketch is trying hard to land a takedown here. Horiguchi sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Kyoji Horiguchi has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vincent Oketch.
Oketch cracks Horiguchi with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
A low kick from Horiguchi is predictable there
and Oketch counters with a stiff right hand.
Horiguchi moves into range and connects with a jab.
Horiguchi is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Oketch misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Oketch drops his hands momentarily and Horiguchi takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #T3#
Oketch tries to score with a low kick but Horiguchi moves his leg out of the way.
Horiguchi connects with a good right hand that stumbles Oketch. Oketch circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#TD#
Horiguchi shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Horiguchi was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Oketch keeping his opponent close.
Horiguchi is looking to take a break and control but Oketch is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Oketch is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Horiguchi's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#T4#
Oketch is trying to maintain the position but Horiguchi is very close to passing his half guard.
Horiguchi thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Oketch's head.
Oketch is looking for a sweep. Horiguchi is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Oketch actively working from the bottom here.
Horiguchi wants to lay and pray for a moment but Oketch keeps working.
Oketch has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Horiguchi is working away from the top position though.
Oketch is not content to let Horiguchi control the position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kyoji Horiguchi showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Horiguchi 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 Alan Glass scores the fight 30:28
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 29:28
Judge George Francis scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Kyoji Horiguchi!
Kyoji Horiguchi bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: Ascension 0415
Date: Apr 15, 2017

#R1#
Oketch throws a push kick but Paavo slaps the foot to one side.
Paavo misses with a looping right.
An attempted straight right counter from Oketch misses the target.
Paavo on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
A head kick from Oketch lands but Paavo takes it in his stride.
Paavo takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Paavo feints and then cracks Oketch's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Oketch down.
Oketch swings for the body but Paavo moves out of range.
Paavo turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Oketch avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Paavo tries to land a body kick
and Oketch counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A head kick misses from Paavo.
Paavo sizes up Oketch with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
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!
Paavo tries to close the distance and clinch but Oketch swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Paavo wants to clinch up but Oketch keeps it at a distance.
Paavo throws a head kick but Oketch moves out of range.
Oketch half committed to a counter leg kick.#T1#
Oketch throws a leg kick but Paavo moved away.
Jab from Paavo.
Paavo moves in looking to clinch but Oketch pushes him off.
Paavo staying out of range there.
Oketch dodges the punch combination from Paavo.
Nice defenses there by Oketch.
Paavo tries to clinch there but Oketch circles away.
Oketch fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Eliitti Paavo is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Paavo swings away with a body shot that misses
and Oketch counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Good leg kick by Paavo there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Oketch does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Oketch moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromPaavo.
Oketch dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Paavo. That did some damage!
Oketch tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#T2#
Oketch misses with a wild body shot.
Paavo scores with a spinning back kick!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A nice inside leg kick there by Paavo. That's going to slow Oketch down.
Oketch misses with a looping right.
Paavo throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Oketch takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Oketch moves out of range of the strikes.
A leg kick checked by Oketch.#CL2#
Paavo closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Paavo misses with a body punch.
Oketch blocks a body shot from Paavo.
Paavo lands a nice uppercut.
Paavo tries to throw a body punch but Oketch avoids it by throwing Paavo back against the cage.
Oketch tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Paavo avoids it.#BC#
Oketch escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #T3#
Oketch ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Paavo moves away.
Oketch misses the body punch
and Paavo counters with a nice uppercut.
Oketch misses the shot to the body.
Paavo looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Paavo takes a swing at Oketch's ribcage but misses.
Paavo lands with a nice body punch.
Oketch pivots, looking for a leg kick but Paavo is out of range and Oketch settles back down.
Paavo misses the shot to the body.
Oketch throws an off balance right hand
and Paavo counters with a straight right hand.
A telegraphed right hand from Oketch misses the target.
Oketch lands with a cross.
Paavo misses the shot to the body.
As Paavo backs away, Oketch returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Both fighters circling a little - Paavo finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Paavo pulls out of a head kick attempt.
It looked like Oketch wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Eliitti Paavo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Paavo darts in trying to clinch
and Oketch counters with a nice uppercut. #T4#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Oketch ducks under a wild hook from Paavo.
Paavo slips a jab from Oketch.
Paavo slips a jab from Oketch.
Paavo looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Paavo tries a head kick but it misses.
A solid leg kick lands there for Paavo.
Oketch throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Paavo on the side of the head.
A nice leg kick lands there from Paavo.
Oketch throws a leg kick but Paavo checks it.
Oketch connects with an inside leg kick.
Oketch lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Paavo throws a good cross that connects.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Eliitti Paavo will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Paavo looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Paavo throws a low kick, looking for Oketch's leg but Oketch calmly moves out of range.
It looked like Oketch wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
A leg kick checked by Oketch.
Oketch feinted with a counter takedown.
Oketch misses with an uppercut. Paavo saw that one coming.
Paavo connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Oketch moves out of range as Paavo strikes.
Paavo avoids a punch combination nicely.
Paavo throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Oketch counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Paavo misses with a looping left.
Oketch throwing a counter right hand but Paavo manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oketch moves out of range as Paavo strikes.
Paavo goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Oketch feints and then cracks Paavo's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Paavo down.
Oketch tries to clinch up but Paavo circles away and keeps his distance.
Paavo wants to counter the offense by Oketch and move into the clinch position.#T1#
Oketch swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Paavo, right into the meat.
Oketch blocks a head kick by Paavo.
Paavo tries to clinch up but Oketch circles away and keeps his distance.
Paavo misses with a leg kick
and Oketch counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Oketch throws out a leg kick but Paavo moves out of range and Oketch only half commits.
Oketch scores with a shot to the body. #CL2#
Paavo darts in and clinches Oketch up against the cage.
Oketch tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Paavo working aggressively here.
Oketch misses with some punches.
Oketch blocking some punches. #BC#
Oketch manages to break the clinch.
Paavo walks into a left hand.
Oketch keeps the fight on the outside.#T2#
Paavo tries to land a leg kick but Oketch saw it coming and moves away.
A jab from Paavo finds it's way through Oketch's defenses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Paavo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Oketch.
Paavo flicks out a counter leg kick but Oketch steps away.
Paavo chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Paavo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Oketch.
Paavo thinks about the counter body kick.
Paavo tries a head kick but it misses.
Paavo chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Paavo connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Paavo chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Oketch can pounce on him.
Oketch takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Oketch ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Paavo is looking to land body kicks.
Oketch throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Paavo stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#T3##CL2#
Paavo clinches with his opponent.
A short left from Paavo.
Paavo misses with a punch on the inside.
Oketch lands with a right to the head.
Paavo misses with a punch to the body.
Oketch swings wildly with an uppercut but Paavo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Paavo lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Oketch or not.
Oketch tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Paavo avoids it.
Paavo blocks an elbow strike.
Oketch misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC#
Oketch escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Paavo misses with a low kick as Oketch jumps back.
Oketch throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Paavo pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Oketch sizes up Paavo with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #T4#
Oketch scores with a one two! Paavo had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Oketch tests Paavo's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Oketch throws a leg kick
and Paavo counters with a nice low kick that buckles Oketch's knee momentarily.#CL2#
Paavo has taken the fight to the clinch.
A hook to the body from Paavo.
A short right from Oketch on the inside.
Oketch misses with a body punch.
Oketch is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Paavo works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Oketch misses with a short punch on the inside.
Oketch tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Paavo lands with a light punch inside. #BC#
Oketch escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Paavo pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Paavo misses with the combination.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Eliitti Paavo will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Oketch'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#
Paavo throws a big shot that misses.
Oketch lands a nice leg kick that just misses Paavo's sensitive parts. #CL#
Oketch forces Paavo back against the cage and clinches.
Oketch misses with a short punch on the inside.
Paavo tries to throw a body punch but Oketch avoids it by throwing Paavo back against the cage.
Paavo swings wildly with an uppercut but Oketch uses good head movement to avoid it.
Paavo working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Paavo scores with a shot to the side of Oketch's head.
Paavo tries to work over Oketch's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Paavo blocks an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Paavo.
Oketch blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Paavo tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Oketch misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Paavo blocks an uppercut.
Paavo misses with the head strike. #T1#
A short right from Oketch.
Paavo tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A short uppercut from Paavo.
Oketch tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Paavo avoids it.
Paavo throws a head punch that misses.
Paavo makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Paavo throws a punch but it's blocked by Oketch.
Paavo misses with a short punch on the inside.
Oketch lands a body shot in the clinch.
Oketch tries a body shot but Paavo blocks it.
Paavo misses with a hook from the clinch.
Oketch lands a shoulder strike.
Paavo misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Paavo throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Oketchs head.
A shot in the inside from Oketch.
Oketch tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Oketch stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Oketch misses with a short punch on the inside. #T2#
A head punch on the inside from Paavo fails to land.
A short left from Oketch.
Paavo lands a body punch.
Paavo scores with a hook to the body.
Oketch scores with a shoulder strike.
Paavo blocks an uppercut.
Oketch blocks an uppercut.
Oketch misses with a punch on the inside.
Paavo blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Oketch throws a punch but it's blocked by Paavo.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Paavo.
A nice left hand lands by Paavo.
Oketch misses with some punches.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Oketch just misses with a elbow thrown towards Paavo's brow.
Paavo throws a punch but it's blocked by Oketch.
Oketch scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Paavo blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Vincent Oketch has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Oketch prevents a body shot from Paavo.
Paavo lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Oketch is leaning against Paavo and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Oketch is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Paavo is defending well for now.
Paavo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Oketch doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Paavo.
Oketch working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A head punch on the inside from Oketch fails to land.
Paavo swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Oketch struggles to land a body shot inside as Paavo controls his hands.
Oketch swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Eliitti Paavo seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Paavo misses with a hook from the clinch.
Paavo pushes Oketch back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Oketch swings wildly with an uppercut but Paavo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Paavo lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #T4#
Paavo working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Paavo misses with a short punch on the inside.
Paavo fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Paavo misses with some punches.
Paavo throws a head punch that misses.
Paavo misses with some punches.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Paavo throws a head punch that misses.
Paavo misses with a hook from the clinch.
A short right from Paavo.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Paavo.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Oketch.
Oketch has a couple of punches blocked by Paavo.
Paavo fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Oketch tries to land knees in the clinch but Paavo avoids the damage to the body.
Paavo lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Paavo lands with a right to the head.
Paavo misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Paavo fails to land with a short punch on the inside.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 28:30
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 27:30
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Eliitti Paavo!
A very excited looking Eliitti Paavo rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.

Event: Ascension 0329
Date: Mar 29, 2017

#R1#
Quint fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Oketch has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Quint fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Oketch has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Oketch missing with a left hand there. Quint was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Quint wants to slow Oketch down by chopping away at his legs.
Quint missing with a left hand there. Oketch was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Oketch misses with a shot to the body
enabling Quint to counter with a crisp jab.
Quint lands a leg kick that knocks Oketch off balance momentarily.
Quint has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Oketch is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Oketch throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Quint avoids a kick to the body.
Quint is looking to land body kicks.
Quint missing with a left hand there. Oketch was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Quint throws a push kick but Oketch slaps the foot to one side.
Oketch feinted with a counter takedown.
Quint lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Nice defenses there by Quint.
Quint lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Quint connects with a leg kick. Oketch looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. #T1#
A swing and a miss from Quint.
Quint lands a jab.
Oketch moves away from the strike by Quint.
A left and a right from Oketch both land. Nice combination. #CUT#
It looks like Sam Quint has been cut.
Jab, jab by Quint - just one landing.
Sam Quint seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Quint is looking to score with low kicks.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Quint, right into the meat.
Quint lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Oketch scores with a hook to the body. Quint takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Oketch takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Quint fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Oketch checks it well. #CL#
Oketch takes the fight into the clinch. #BC2#
Quint breaks from the clinch. #T2#
Oketch throws a series of punches but Quint moves out of range.
Oketch throws a jab but it's blocked by Quint.
Quint connects with a good right hand that stumbles Oketch. Oketch circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Oketch misses with a looping left.
Sam Quint is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Oketch tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Oketch checks a leg kick.
Quint tries a head kick but it misses.
Oketch lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#CL#
Oketch darts in and clinches Quint up against the cage.
Quint stalling in the clinch but Oketch improves position. #BC2#
Quint escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Oketch waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Quint.
Quint flicks out a counter leg kick but Oketch steps away.
Quint misses with a body kick.
Quint lands a head kick. Oketch smiles back at him and beckons him forward. #T3#
Oketch throws a poor cross that misses
and Quint cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Quint throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Oketch sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Oketch moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Quint takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Quint with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
A big left from Quint misses.
Oketch connects with a right hand. Quint shakes it off.
Quint stuffs the takedown.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Oketch.
Oketch attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
A nice inside leg kick there by Quint. That's going to slow Oketch down.
Oketch fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Quint on the side of the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Oketch takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Quint scores with a head kick. #T4#
Quint slips a jab and a cross from Oketch.
Oketch is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Quint misses the shot to the body.
Oketch connects with a body shot.
Oketch throws out a leg kick but Quint moves out of range and Oketch only half commits.
Quint misses with a looping right.
Oketch is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Quint checks the leg kick.#TD#
Oketch bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Oketch controls the position.
Quint is looking to regain half guard here but Oketch keeps moving and retains side control.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Oketch in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Quint tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Oketch wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Sam Quint will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Sam Quint's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Quint with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Oketch blocks a head kick by Quint.
Quint tries to move into range but Oketch moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Quint slaps away a takedown attempt from Oketch, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Good work by Oketch as he checks the leg kick.
Quint scores with a nice head shot.
Oketch connects with a body shot.
Oketch fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Quint.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Quint tried to score with a low kick but Oketch checks it.
Oketch throws a low kick but Quint avoids it.
Quint fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Oketch.
Quint chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Oketch throws a looping overhand right but Quint ducks down to avoid it.
Quint is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#T1#
Quint connects with the punch.
Quint lands a leg kick that knocks Oketch off balance momentarily.
Quint scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Oketch doesn't seem bothered though.
Quint loads up on a big right hand but Oketch slips the punch.
Oketch comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Quint bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Oketch's head backwards.
Quint throws a hook but Oketch blocks it.
Oketch is looking to slow Quint down with leg kicks.
Oketch uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Quint.
Quint throws the left hand but Oketch avoids the punch easily.
Oketch misses with an uppercut.
Quint shapes to counter with a head kick.
Oketch tries to clinch but Quint is having none of it.
Quint is trying to counter with his kicks.
Oketch's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Quint connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Oketch scrambles back to his feet.#T2#
Quint throws a leg kick #TD#
and Oketch decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Quint's guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Quint is trying to control the position but Oketch postures up.
Oketch in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Quint looking for a guillotine here but Oketch defends easily.
Quint can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Oketch controls the pace.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Quint not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Oketch stands up over Quint, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #T3##SUB2#
Oketch avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB2#
Quint has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Oketch 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 Quint.
Quint is looking to reverse the position.
Oketch landing strikes.
Oketch throws a strike aimed at the side of Quint's head but Quint avoids it well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Oketch wants to lay and pray for a moment but Quint keeps working.
We've been hearing good reports from Oketch'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.
Quint regains half guard.#T4#
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. Oketch connects with a nice short shot to Quint's temple.
Oketch missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Oketch winds up and cracks Quint with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Oketch lands with a punch from half guard.
Oketch wants to lay and pray for a moment but Quint keeps working.
Oketch thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Quint is not content to let Oketch control the position.
Still in half guard, Oketch seems content to control.
Oketch with the ground and pound but Quint uses the opportunity to regain guard.
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 Vincent Oketch will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Sam Quint's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R3#
Quint lands with a thumping leg kick.
A low kick from Quint misses
and Oketch counters with a lovely straight right hand!#TD#
Oketch drives through with a takedown into Quint's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Oketch trying to control the position from guard on top but Quint is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Oketch scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Oketch content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Oketch throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oketch postures up in Quint's guard and throws a big left but Quint blocks it.
Oketch tries to free his leg and advance position but Quint is retaining full guard.
Oketch throwing strikes but missing.
Oketch in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T1#
Oketch throwing strikes but missing.
Oketch trying to control the position from guard on top but Quint is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Oketch postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Oketch with a flurry of punches that miss.
Oketch wants to control from the top but Quint keeps moving.
Oketch looking to pass the guard.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Oketch lands a couple of elbows.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB2#
Quint is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Oketch defends well.
Oketch looking to sit in guard and control but Quint gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Oketch 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#
Oketch is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Quint wants to control from the top but Oketch keeps moving. #T3##SUB#
Oketch looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Quint makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Oketch wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Oketch working a defensive guard here. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#SUB#
Oketch throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Oketch is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Quint defends well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Oketch looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vincent Oketch clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Sam Quint's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R4#
A head kick by Quint misses
and Oketch counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Quint feints and then cracks Oketch's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Oketch down.
Quint lands a nice hook to Oketch's body. Oketch takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Oketch fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Oketch walks into a straight right hand from Quint.
Oketch takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Quint slips a straight right by Oketch.
Quint blocks a leg kick.
Oketch swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oketch loads up on a big right hand but Quint slips the punch.
Oketch bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Oketch throws a looping overhand right but Quint ducks down to avoid it.
A clash of legs there as Oketch blocks the low kick.#T1#
Quint works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
The fight stays on the outside here - Oketch looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Quint throws a body shot but no joy.
Oketch is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Oketch bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Quint's head.
Quint throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Oketch counter with a right hand.
Quint lands a leg kick that knocks Oketch off balance momentarily.
Oketch jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Oketch missing with a left hand there. Quint was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Oketch gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Quint.
Oketch avoids the body shot from Quint.
Oketch was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.#T2#
Quint throws a hook to the side of Oketch's head but Oketch sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A solid leg kick lands there for Oketch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A clash of legs there as Quint blocks the low kick.
Quint looks to score with a jab to the body but Oketch is just out of range.
Oketch takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Oketch throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Quint sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A low kick from Oketch misses
letting Quint counter with a right hand.
Quint swats away the attempt to clinch by Oketch.
Quint takes one on the button.
Oketch lands a nice looking body kick.
Oketch ducks under a wild hook from Quint.#T3#
Oketch lands a glancing blow to the side of Quint's head.
Quint jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Quint misses with a lunging right hand
and Oketch counters with a straight right hand.
Oketch misses with an uppercut.
Oketch blocks the body kick.
Oketch tries to work over Quint's front leg with a kick but Quint checks it.
Oketch lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Quint keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Oketch ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Quint moves away.
Quint lands with a right hand.
Quint dodges the punch combination from Oketch. #T4#
Quint swings widly with a right hand
and Oketch counters with a straight right hand.
The crowd cheers as Quint lands an impressive looking overhand right. Oketch doesn't seem phased though.
Quint lands a nice shot that snaps Oketch's head back.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL#
Oketch forces Quint back against the cage and clinches.
Oketch takes a shot to the head.
Quint is working Oketch over against the cage.
Oketch lands a left hand that snaps the head of Quint backwards.
Quint lands an uppercut.
Quint lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Quint blocks an uppercut.
Quint managing to block the knees to the body from Oketch.
Quint swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Quint blocking some punches.
Oketch lands a hook to the side of the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Vincent Oketch will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Sam Quint's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R5#
Quint throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Oketch shoots in for a double leg but Quint sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Quint cracks Oketch with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Quint takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Oketch steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Quint.
A looping hook to the body misses from Quint. Oketch does a little dance to reset his feet.
Oketch scores with a nice strike.
Quint looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A low kick from Quint misses #TD#
and Oketch counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Oketch tries to free his leg and advance position but Quint is retaining full guard.
Oketch is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Oketch scoring with punches to the head and body. #T1##SUB2#
Quint is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Oketch content to stall in guard here.
Quint working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Oketch.
Quint keeping moving, preventing Oketch from controlling successfully.
Oketch looking to sit in guard and control but Quint gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Sam Quint has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB#
Quint got a little sloppy there for a moment and Oketch has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Quint has managed to get both his arms back between Oketch's legs - danger averted.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Quint accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Vincent Oketch overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Oketch is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Quint defends well.
Quint throws a big elbow that misses.
Vincent Oketch is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
Quint lands a couple of digs.
Oketch looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Oketch is trying to control the position from the bottom.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Quint postures up in Oketch's guard and throws a big left but Oketch blocks it. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Oketch tries to clinch up
enabling Quint to counter with a crisp jab.
Quint throws a series of punches but Oketch avoids them all with ease.
Quint misses with a left hand
and Oketch counters with a body kick. #TD#
Oketch drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Oketch trying to control but Quint is working from the bottom.
Oketch trying to move into half guard but instead Quint has managed to sweep!#REVB#
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Quint postures up.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Vincent Oketch.
I think Oketch 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 Frank Dennis scores the fight 49:47
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 47:48
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 46:49

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Sam Quint!
Sam Quint is the new bantamweight champion!
Sam Quint gave a mention to King of Clothes in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

Event: Ascension 0304
Date: Mar 04, 2017

#R1#
Blake misses with a straight right.
Oketch doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Oketch misses with a head kick.
Oketch scores with a decent looking hook.
Oketch takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Oketch throws a shot from downtown. Blake moves away and avoids it.
Blake connects with a body shot that sends Oketch's belly button to the back.
Blake fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Oketch has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Jab, jab by Blake - just one landing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Blake is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Blake misses with a left hand
and Oketch makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Blake throws a lazy body kick
and Oketch counters with a low kick, right behind Blake 's knee.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A shot to the liver by Blake. Beautiful body shot.#T1#
A clash of legs there as Oketch blocks the low kick.
Blake sizes up Oketch with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Blake lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Oketch takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Blake connects with a looping right hand.
Blake with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Oketch throws a nice outside leg kick.
Blake throws a right and a left that Oketch avoids nicely.
A little jabbing left from Oketch on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Blake seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Blake scores with a jab to the head.
Blake blocks a head kick by Oketch.
Blake with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Blake connects with a solid leg kick.
Blake smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
A head kick misses from Oketch.
Blake attempts a counter takedown but Oketch avoids it well and moves away.#TD#
Blake throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Oketch was covering up waiting for the punch and Blake finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Blake trying to control the position from guard on top but Oketch is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Oketch preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Blake is looking to work some ground and pound but Oketch has wrist control.
Blake wants to pass the guard but Oketch is keeping the position.#T3##SUB2#
Blake stands over his opponent and dives in with a flying punch! Oketch throws up his legs and catches Blake in a triangle! Oh this looks tight! Blake tries to escape but he's forced to tap! Wow, fantastic work there by Oketch! That came out of nowhere!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Vincent Oketch!
Vincent Oketch is the new bantamweight champion!
An out of breath Vincent Oketch thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: Ascension 0225
Date: Feb 25, 2017

#R1#
Wright thows a leg kick but Oketch checks it
and Oketch cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Wright throws a leg kick but Oketch sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Oketch blocks a jab.
Wright attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
A nice leg kick lands there from Wright.
Oketch lands with a straight right. Wright didn't see that one coming.#ROC#
Wright is rocked!
Oketch throws a hook but Wright blocks it.
Some bone on bone action there as Oketch checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
It looked like Oketch was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.#KD#
Oketch cracks Wright with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Wright looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Oketch finish him?
Wright is still on wobbly legs! Can Oketch finish him?
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Wright throws a right hand that misses
and Oketch counters with a crisp right that sends Wright to the canvas! Oketch follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vincent Oketch!
During a confident post fight interview, Vincent Oketch thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: EPL 11 Playoffs Round 2
Date: Feb 08, 2017

#R1#
Vorster moves to clinch but Oketch breaks away
and Oketch counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Vorster is looking to clinch. #CL2#
Vorster closes the distance and pushes Oketch back into the cage.
Oketch scores with a shoulder strike.
Vorster has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Oketch avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Oketch fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Vorster tries to score a body lock takedown but Oketch shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Oketch scores with a hook to the body.
Vorster has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Oketch avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Vincent Oketch has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jandre Vorster.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oketch lands a knee to the head.
Oketch is pressed up against the cage. Vorster has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Oketch down to the mat. Oketch avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL#
Oketch takes the fight into the clinch.
Oketch gets underhooks to prevent Vorster's takedown attempt. #T1#
Vorster fails to pull guard.
Oketch lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Oketch lands a right hand.
Oketch gets underhooks to prevent Vorster's takedown attempt.
Vorster tries to pull guard but Oketch won't allow it.
Vorster tries for a takedown. No joy.
Vorster tries to score a body lock takedown but Oketch shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Vorster wants a takedown.
Vorster drops down looking for an ankle pick but Oketch pulls his leg out and moves away.
Oketch lands a nice shot that snaps Vorster's head back.
Vorster closes this distance looking for a takedown but Oketch circles away.
Oketch looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Oketch lands a nice leg kick that just misses Vorster's sensitive parts.
Vorster moves to clinch but Oketch breaks away
and Oketch counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T2#
Vorster doesn't manage to clinch there - Oketch circles away. #CL2#
Vorster has taken the fight to the clinch.
Oketch lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Vorster is trying to drag Oketch to the mat but Oketch just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Vorster is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#BC#
Oketch breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Vorster shoots in for a double leg but Oketch sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
And Oketch counters with a quick kick to the body but Vorster blocks it.
Oketch fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Oketch circles away from the clinch attempt
and Vorster takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Vorster tries to close the distance and clinch but Oketch swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Oketch was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T3##CL2#
Vorster fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Oketch, pushing him back against the cage.
A nice left hand lands by Oketch.
Vorster has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Oketch avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Oketch lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Vorster has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Oketch avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Oketch tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Vorster's elbow.
Oketch doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Vorster blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Vorster goes for a takedown in the clinch but Oketch prevents it.
Oketch lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Vorster drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Vorster has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Oketch seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Vorster can turn it around.
Vorster wants a takedown but no success here. #T4#
Oketch lands a knee to the head.
Oketch misses with a hook to the ribs. #TD2#
Vorster gets a trip takedown into half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB2#
Vorster is looking for submissions but instead, Oketch has regained full guard. #SUB#
Oketch is looking for a triangle but Vorster pushes his legs off easily.
Oketch seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #SUB#
Oketch looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB2#
Vorster drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Oketch manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Vorster has Oketch in his guard.#REVR#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vincent Oketch dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2##CL2#
Vorster closes the distance and clinches.
Vorster drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Vorster drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Oketch gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Vorster has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Oketch avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Vincent Oketch has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jandre Vorster.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oketch lands a left hand that snaps the head of Vorster backwards.
Oketch throws a head punch that misses.
Vorster has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Oketch is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Vorster has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Oketch is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#T1#
Oketch throws a punch but it's blocked by Vorster.
Vorster wants a takedown but no success here.
Oketch lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Vorster jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Oketch walks away with a smile on his face. Vorster gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Oketch fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Vorster manages to avoid it.
Oketch moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Vorster looks to clinch
and Oketch counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Oketch throws a leg kick which misses Vorster's front leg but catches the back leg as Vorster tries to avoid it.
Oketch is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Vorster can do to turn this around?
Vorster tries to close the distance and clinch but Oketch swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Oketch looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Vorster tries to clinch up.
Oketch throws a body kick, spinning off balance#TD2#
and Vorster decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Oketch's guard.
Oketch has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Vorster trying to control but Oketch is working from the bottom.
Vorster being controlled here momentarily.
Oketch looking to control.
Vorster looking to sit in guard and control but Oketch gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##SUB2#
Vorster throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #T3##SUB2#
Vorster looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Vorster is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB2#
Vorster looking for a guillotine here but Oketch defends easily.
Oketch lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Vorster working a defensive guard here.
Vorster looking for a sweep. Not yet Vorster, not yet. #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.#SUB2#
Vorster has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Oketch 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 Vorster.#SUB#
Oketch is trying to get an arm triangle but Vorster is defending well.
Vorster tries to buck Oketch off but Oketch is having none of it.
Oketch is looking to take a break and control but Vorster is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Oketch slows the pace down.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Vorster is looking to reverse the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vincent Oketch dominated that second round.
That's time! Oketch's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Vorster shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Oketch as he avoids it easily.
Vorster tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Oketch paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Vorster with a poor takedown
and Vorster takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CL2#
Vorster rushes Oketch and presses him up against the cage.
Oketch gets underhooks to prevent Vorster's takedown attempt.
Vincent Oketch has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jandre Vorster.#BC#
Oketch breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Vorster wants to clinch but Oketch slips to the side
and Oketch counters with a good low kick that Vorster was not able to check.
Vorster moves to clinch but Oketch breaks away
enabling Oketch to counter with a crisp jab.
Vorster doesn't succeed with the takedown
letting Oketch counter with a right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vorster fails with the takedown
and Vorster takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Jandre Vorster seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Vorster takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Vorster doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Oketch counters with an inside leg kick. #T1#
Vorster tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Oketch counters with a low kick, right behind Vorster 's knee. #CL#
Oketch has taken the fight to the clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Oketch.
Oketch lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Vorster changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Oketch fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Oketch lands a right hook to the body.
Vorster misses with a takedown
and Oketch counters with a slapping leg kick. #T2#
Oketch tests Vorster's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Oketch throws a good cross that connects.
A jab lands there for Oketch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Oketch fakes the leg kick and throws a superman punch. It's knocked Vorster out cold! Brutal finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:24 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Superman Punch). Vincent Oketch!
A very excited looking Vincent Oketch made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: Ascension 0107
Date: Jan 07, 2017

#R1#
Oketch tries a low kick but Xiang Pao avoids it.
Oketch swings widly with a right hand
and Oketch takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Oketch moves out of range of the leg kick from Xiang Pao.
Oketch ducks under a wild hook from Xiang Pao.
Oketch tries to close the distance and clinch up but Xiang Pao swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Bo Xiang Pao seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Xiang Pao takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Xiang Pao dips to his left and cracks Oketch with an uppercut!
Oketch throws a hook but Xiang Pao blocks it.
As Oketch backs away, Xiang Pao returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Oketch moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Oketch checks the leg kick nicely there.
Oketch blocks a low kick nicely.
Xiang Pao lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Xiang Pao tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Oketch checks a leg kick.
Oketch moves out of range of the strikes.
Xiang Pao digs a good body shot into Oketch's ribs.
Oketch keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Xiang Pao dips to his left and cracks Oketch with an uppercut!
Xiang Pao keeps the fight on the outside.
Xiang Pao misses with a looping left.#T1#
Oketch throws a low kick, looking for Xiang Pao's leg but Xiang Pao calmly moves out of range.
Xiang Pao throws a jab when Oketch was well out of range.
Oketch tries to close the distance and clinch but Xiang Pao swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
A big left from Xiang Pao misses.
Xiang Pao scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Oketch throws a body kick that misses.
Oketch ducks under a wild hook from Xiang Pao.
Xiang Pao looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Xiang Pao takes a swing at Oketch's ribcage but misses.
Xiang Pao takes one on the button.
Oketch darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Oketch lands a lovely overhand right.
Xiang Pao misses with a hook
and Oketch counters with a stiff right hand.
Oketch ducks under a wild hook from Xiang Pao.
Oketch is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Xiang Pao keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #CL#
Xiang Pao clinches with his opponent.
A frustrated look appears on Xiang Pao's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Xiang Pao lands with a light punch inside.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Oketch tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T2##BC2#
Oketch manages to break the clinch.
Oketch thumps Xiang Pao with a low kick.
Bo Xiang Pao is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Oketch doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Xiang Pao lands with a straight right. Oketch didn't see that one coming.
Xiang Pao steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Oketch.
Xiang Pao throws a lazy uppercut
and Oketch counters with a stiff right hand.
Oketch attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Xiang Pao cracks Oketch with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Xiang Pao throws a shot from downtown. Oketch moves away and avoids it.
Xiang Pao misses with a left hand
and Oketch counters with a straight right hand.
An inside leg kick from Xiang Pao misses.
Oketch swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Xiang Pao misses with a head kick.
Xiang Pao shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Oketch moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Oketch tests Xiang Pao's chin there with a solid looking shot.
A nice leg kick lands there from Xiang Pao.
Oketch scores with a jab. Xiang Pao acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #T3#
Oketch throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Oketch listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Xiang Pao swings away with a leg kick that misses.#CL#
Xiang Pao gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC2#
Oketch manages to break the clinch.
Oketch attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Xiang Pao jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Oketch slips a straight right by Xiang Pao.
Xiang Pao keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Xiang Pao misses with an uppercut.
Oketch feints a counter leg kick.
Xiang Pao throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Oketch motions for Xiang Pao to come forward. Oketch throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Oketch misses with a low kick. #CL#
Xiang Pao closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Xiang Pao tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Oketch avoids it.
Oketch tries a knee to the head but he's missed. #T4#
Xiang Pao throws a head punch that misses.
Oketch using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Xiang Pao has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Xiang Pao looking to slow down the pace here.
Xiang Pao lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Oketch backwards.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Xiang Pao misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC2#
Oketch breaks the clinch.
Xiang Pao ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Good work by Oketch as he checks the leg kick.
Xiang Pao pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Xiang Pao tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Oketch is able to avoid easily.
Oketch throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Oketch slips a jab from Xiang Pao.
Oketch uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Xiang Pao.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Oketch takes one to the side of the head.
Nice uppercut lands for Oketch. That snapped Xiang Pao's head back.
Oketch tries to close the distance and clinch but Xiang Pao swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bo Xiang Pao dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Xiang Pao fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Oketch manages to avoid it.
Jab from Oketch.
Xiang Pao misses with a hook.
Xiang Pao fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Oketch is out of range.
Oketch swings for the body but Xiang Pao moves out of range.
Oketch thows a left - swing and a miss!
A leg kick checked by Xiang Pao.
A solid leg kick lands there for Xiang Pao.
Xiang Pao slips a jab from Oketch.
Xiang Pao fires out a quick counter leg kick but Oketch just manages to avoid it.
Xiang Pao loads up on a big right hand but Oketch slips the punch.
Xiang Pao looks to score with a jab to the body but Oketch is just out of range.
Oketch tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Xiang Pao misses with an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oketch fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Xiang Pao looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Xiang Pao slips under a jab.
Xiang Pao tries to work over Oketch's front leg with a kick but Oketch checks it.
It seemed like Oketch was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A clash of legs there as Xiang Pao blocks the low kick.
A counter left hand to the body from Xiang Pao misses its target.
Xiang Pao connects with an inside leg kick.
Oketch ducks right into an uppercut from Xiang Pao.
Bo Xiang Pao is winning the standup battle so far.#T1#
Oketch throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#CL2#
Oketch rushes Xiang Pao and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Xiang Pao looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Xiang Pao tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Xiang Pao tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Oketch prevents Xiang Pao from breaking the clinch.
Oketch working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Oketch has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Xiang Pao seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Oketch can turn it around.
Xiang Pao looking to slow down the pace here.
Oketch stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
A left hand lands to the body for Xiang Pao.
Oketch blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Xiang Pao has Oketch pushed against the cage.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Oketch. #CUT2#
It looks like Bo Xiang Pao has been cut.#T2#
Xiang Pao swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Oketch blocks a body shot from Xiang Pao.
Oketch blocks an uppercut. #BC#
Xiang Pao escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Xiang Pao misses with a looping left.
Oketch throws the left hand but Xiang Pao avoids the punch easily.
An inside leg kick from Xiang Pao misses.
Oketch pivots, looking for a leg kick but Xiang Pao is out of range and Oketch settles back down.
Oketch connects with a nice looking jab.
Oketch takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Oketch scores with a punch to the head.
Xiang Pao walks into a jab.
Xiang Pao throws a poor cross that misses #CL2#
and Oketch holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Oketch tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Xiang Pao lands a right hand.
A head punch on the inside from Xiang Pao fails to land.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Oketch. #T3#
Xiang Pao misses with a hook from the clinch.
Xiang Pao creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Oketch managing to block the knees to the body from Xiang Pao.
Xiang Pao misses with a punch on the inside.
Oketch throws a punch but it's blocked by Xiang Pao.
A short right from Xiang Pao on the inside.
Xiang Pao lands a body shot.
A head punch on the inside from Oketch fails to land.
Oketch lands on the inside with an uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Xiang Pao.
Oketch blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Bo Xiang Pao has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Oketch lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Xiang Pao trying to stall but Oketch improves his position.
A short uppercut from Xiang Pao. #T4#
Xiang Pao tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Oketch prevents a body shot from Xiang Pao.
Xiang Pao misses with a short punch on the inside.
A nice left hand lands by Xiang Pao.
Xiang Pao taking a breather.
Xiang Pao will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Oketch up against the cage.
Xiang Pao swings wildly with an uppercut but Oketch uses good head movement to avoid it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Xiang Pao misses with a short punch on the inside.
Oketch blocks an elbow strike from Xiang Pao.
A head punch on the inside from Xiang Pao fails to land.
Oketch misses with the head strike.
Xiang Pao lands an uppercut.
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 Bo Xiang Pao will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Bo Xiang Pao's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R3#
Oketch throws a mid kick that lands with a slap. #TD2#
Oketch scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Xiang Pao manages to work his way to half guard, despite Oketch's best efforts.#ES#
Xiang Pao manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Xiang Pao lands a nice hook to Oketch's body. Oketch takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Xiang Pao misses with a body shot
and Oketch counters with a stiff right hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Xiang Pao takes a swing at Oketch's ribcage but misses.
Oketch uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Xiang Pao.
Oketch appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Oketch's corner calls for a 1-2. Oketch obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Xiang Pao tried to score with a low kick but Oketch checks it.
Xiang Pao swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Xiang Pao throws the left hand but Oketch avoids the punch easily.
Oketch with a hook.
Xiang Pao swings for the body but Oketch moves out of range.
A big left from Xiang Pao misses.
Xiang Pao moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Xiang Pao tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Oketch avoids the body shot from Xiang Pao. #T1#
Xiang Pao missing with a left hand there. Oketch was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Xiang Pao ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Xiang Pao dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Oketch. That did some damage!
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Xiang Pao, right into the meat.
A jab from Xiang Pao misses.
Xiang Pao connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Xiang Pao misses with a telegraphed body shot
enabling Oketch to counter with a crisp jab.
Xiang Pao looks to land a right hand but Oketch moved out of range.
Oketch throws a jab but it's blocked by Xiang Pao.
Xiang Pao throws a hook to the side of Oketch's head but Oketch sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Oketch lands with a shot to the body.
A big left from Xiang Pao misses.
Xiang Pao lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Oketch with a jab.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Oketch, as that shot connected.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A nice inside leg kick there by Oketch. That's going to slow Xiang Pao down.
Oketch shoots in but no luck this time. #T2#
Xiang Pao with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Oketch lands a body shot.
Oketch throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
As Oketch backs away, Xiang Pao returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Oketch slips a straight right by Xiang Pao.
A little jabbing left from Oketch on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Xiang Pao lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Xiang Pao misses with a right hand
and Oketch counters with a stiff right hand.
Oketch moves out of range of the strikes.
Xiang Pao loads up on a big right hand but Oketch slips the punch.
Oketch scores with a body shot.
Oketch tried to score with a low kick but Xiang Pao checks it.
Xiang Pao shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Xiang Pao drops his hands momentarily and Oketch takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Xiang Pao doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Xiang Pao keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Oketch.
Xiang Pao ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Oketch misses with the combination. #T3#
Oketch blocks a leg kick.
Nice body punch from Xiang Pao.
Oketch looks to land a left hand but Xiang Pao moved out of range nicely.
Xiang Pao staying out of range there.
An attempted straight right counter from Xiang Pao misses the target.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Xiang Pao 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 Oketch has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Oketch and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Xiang Pao thows a leg kick but Oketch checks it
and Oketch counters with a stiff right hand.
Xiang Pao throws out a leg kick but Oketch moves out of range and Xiang Pao only half commits.
A nice inside leg kick there by Xiang Pao. That's going to slow Oketch down. #CL#
Xiang Pao moves into the clinch.
Oketch misses with some punches. #BC#
Xiang Pao manages to break the clinch.
Xiang Pao takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Xiang Pao wants to land a leg kick but Oketch is out of range.
Oketch pushes Xiang Pao away with a front kick.
Oketch moves out of range as Xiang Pao strikes.
Oketch jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Oketch throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.#T4#
Xiang Pao steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Oketch. That one must have hurt.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Xiang Pao throws out a leg kick but Oketch moves out of range and Xiang Pao only half commits.
Xiang Pao ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Oketch moves away.
Xiang Pao cracks Oketch with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Xiang Pao dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Xiang Pao throws out a loose jab but Oketch uses good head movement to avoid it.
Oketch's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Oketch misses with a low kick.
Oketch throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Oketch scores with a nice strike.
A telegraphed right hand from Xiang Pao misses the target.
Oketch lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Oketch moves out of range of the strikes.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Oketch listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Xiang Pao missing with a left hand there. Oketch was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Oketch takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Xiang Pao throws a looping overhand right but Oketch ducks down to avoid it.
A swing and a miss from Xiang Pao.
Oketch changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Vincent Oketch just about did enough to take it.
The cut man is working on Bo Xiang Pao's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R4#
Xiang Pao throws a jab when Oketch was well out of range.
Xiang Pao misses the jab.
Xiang Pao sizes up Oketch with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
A swing and a miss from Oketch.
A shot to the body from Xiang Pao misses
and Oketch counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Oketch throws out a leg kick but Xiang Pao moves out of range and Oketch only half commits.
Oketch throws a body shot but no joy.
Xiang Pao feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Xiang Pao throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Xiang Pao throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Oketch sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A big right from Xiang Pao misses.
Xiang Pao throws an off balance right hand #CL2#
and Oketch holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Oketch throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Xiang Pao blocks it with crossed arms.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Xiang Pao lands with a light punch inside.
Xiang Pao is looking to control Oketch's arms but Oketch gets an underhook and turns him. Now Xiang Pao has his back to the cage.
Xiang Pao working aggressively here.
Oketch working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A head punch on the inside from Xiang Pao fails to land. #T1#
Oketch tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Xiang Pao misses with a punch to the body. #BC#
Xiang Pao manages to break the clinch.
Oketch stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Oketch tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Xiang Pao throws a poor cross that misses
and Oketch counters with a nice body shot.
Good work by Xiang Pao as he checks the leg kick.
Xiang Pao feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Oketch's calf.
Xiang Pao lands with a nice body punch.
Xiang Pao lands a jab.
Xiang Pao avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Oketch goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Xiang Pao will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Xiang Pao has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Xiang Pao there as he acknowledges the shot.
Oketch lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Oketch avoids the body shot from Xiang Pao. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Oketch staying out of range there.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Oketch.#CL#
Xiang Pao pushes Oketch up against the cage in a clinch.
Oketch misses with a short punch on the inside.
Oketch prevents a body shot from Xiang Pao.
Oketch blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Xiang Pao lands with a light punch inside.
Oketch makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Xiang Pao can't find room to land a body shot as Oketch controls the action.
Xiang Pao misses with the head strike.
A right hand to the body from Xiang Pao.
Xiang Pao tries to throw a body punch but Oketch avoids it by throwing Xiang Pao back against the cage. #BC#
Xiang Pao breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A low kick from Oketch is predictable there
and Xiang Pao makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#T3#
Oketch throws a hook but Xiang Pao blocks it.
Xiang Pao wants to land a leg kick but Oketch is out of range.
Oketch displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Xiang Pao throws out the jab.
A swing and a miss from Xiang Pao.
Xiang Pao bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Xiang Pao connects with a body shot.
Oketch jabs at Xiang Pao's body.
Xiang Pao throws an overhand right that lands on Oketch's shoulder, as Oketch tries to avoid the shot.
Oketch checks a leg kick.
Xiang Pao chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Oketch can pounce on him.
Oketch showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Xiang Pao.
Oketch swinging wildly here.
Xiang Pao drops his hands momentarily and Oketch takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Xiang Pao connects with an inside leg kick.#T4#
Xiang Pao uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Oketch.
Oketch rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Xiang Pao counters with a straight right hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Oketch displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Xiang Pao throws out the jab.
Xiang Pao blocks a head kick by Oketch.
Xiang Pao is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Oketch.
Xiang Pao sets himself, and Oketch steps forward looking for the clinch! Xiang Pao avoids it this time.
Oketch scores with a jab.
Xiang Pao misses with a looping left.
Nice defenses there by Xiang Pao.
Xiang Pao misses with a left hand
and Oketch connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Oketch checks the leg kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Oketch.
Oketch connects with an inside leg kick.
An inside leg kick from Xiang Pao misses.
Oketch lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Oketch scores with a punch to the head.#CL#
Xiang Pao moves into the clinch.
Xiang Pao misses with a hook to the ribs.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Bo Xiang Pao will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Bo Xiang Pao's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R5#
Xiang Pao throws a big shot that misses.
Xiang Pao throws a chopping leg kick but Oketch manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Xiang Pao throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Oketch counters with a single leg into guard. Xiang Pao didn't expect that.
Oketch trying to control but Xiang Pao is working from the bottom.
Xiang Pao wants to control but Oketch passes easily into half guard.
Oketch is nestled in close to Xiang Pao, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Oketch in particular looking to stall.
Oketch scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oketch thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Xiang Pao's head.
Oketch trying to control from half guard but Xiang Pao is working away. #T1#
Oketch 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.
Oketch is looking to stall here but Xiang Pao recovers full guard.
Xiang Pao looking for a sweep. Not yet Xiang Pao, not yet. #ES#
Xiang Pao kicks Oketch off and gets to his feet.
Oketch looks to land a body kick but Xiang Pao moved away.
Xiang Pao appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Xiang Pao throws a hook but Oketch blocks it.
A bone on bone clash there as Xiang Pao blocks the leg kick.
Oketch takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Xiang Pao throws a body punch but Oketch moves out of range.
Oketch uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Xiang Pao.
Xiang Pao scores with a jab to the body.#T2#
Xiang Pao throws a nice outside leg kick.
Xiang Pao misses with a wild body shot.
Oketch swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Oketch misses with a low kick.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Oketch is defended easily by Xiang Pao.
Oketch tries to close the distance and clinch up but Xiang Pao swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Xiang Pao swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Oketch tries for a takedown but Xiang Pao sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Xiang Pao half committed to a counter leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Xiang Pao thows a leg kick but Oketch checks it #TD2#
and Oketch counters with a shoot takedown. Xiang Pao fights it but they end up in guard.
Vincent Oketch has got the better of the ground game so far.
Oketch postures up in Xiang Pao's guard and throws a big left but Xiang Pao blocks it.
Xiang Pao avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Xiang Pao wants to sweep here but Oketch controlling him for the moment.
Xiang Pao utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Vincent Oketch has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Oketch preventing the sweep.
Oketch is looking to work some ground and pound but Xiang Pao has wrist control.
Oketch cracks Xiang Pao with a solid left hand.
Oketch lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Oketch is in close to Xiang Pao's body, working some short punches and elbows.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Oketch missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Oketch trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Oketch throws a strike but Xiang Pao rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Xiang Pao trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #SUB2#
Oketch is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Xiang Pao defends well.#SUB2#
Oketch has his foot on Xiang Pao's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Xiang Pao works his way back into a safe position though.#T4##SUB2#
Oketch had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Xiang Pao defends it easily.#SUB2#
Oketch is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Oketch is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Xiang Pao content to stall in guard here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Oketch is looking for a triangle but Xiang Pao pushes his legs off easily.

And that's the end of the fight!
Vincent Oketch comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Xiang Pao 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 Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 46:49
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 49:47
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 49:47

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Bo Xiang Pao!
Bo Xiang Pao retains his bantamweight title!
A very excited looking Bo Xiang Pao made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: CEC 486
Date: Dec 02, 2016

#R1#
The fighters circling - Heim throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Heim misses with a body shot.
Oketch looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Oketch checks a low kick from Heim.
Heim throws a right and a left that Oketch avoids nicely.
Heim missing with a left hand there. Oketch was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Oketch misses with a hook.
Oketch lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Oketch throws a leg kick but Heim checks it.
Heim throws a right and a left that Oketch avoids nicely.
Oketch clobbers Heim with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Heim loads up on a big right hand but Oketch slips the punch.
Oketch looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Heim fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Heim has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Heim there as he acknowledges the shot.
Heim throws a poor cross that misses
and Oketch counters with a stiff right hand. #ROC2#
Heim is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Oketch throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T1#
Oketch throws a solid leg kick but Heim takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Oketch.
Oketch throws a body punch but Heim moves out of range.
Heim keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Oketch needs to keep his hands up - Heim had a free shot at his head there.
Heim walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Oketch checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Aribert Heim seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Oketch uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Heim.
Heim lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
A jab from Heim misses.
Oketch replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Heim blocks it well.
Oketch slips under a jab.
Heim throws a low kick, looking for Oketch's leg but Oketch calmly moves out of range.
Heim tries to work over Oketch's front leg with a kick but Oketch checks it.
Heim looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Nice defenses there by Oketch.
Oketch pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Heim works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#T2#
A looping hook to the body misses from Heim. Oketch does a little dance to reset his feet.
Oketch ducks right into an uppercut from Heim.
Heim fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Oketch on the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Heim scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Heim misses with a body shot.
Heim lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Oketch throws a chopping leg kick but Heim manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
A big right from Oketch misses.
Oketch uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Heim.
Oketch feints the counter takedown.
Oketch thows a leg kick but Heim checks it #TD#
so Heim counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Oketch is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Heim scoring with punches to the head and body.
Heim trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Oketch is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T3##SUB2#
Oketch throws his legs up looking for a submission but Heim uses it to pass to side control.
Oketch struggling a bit here.
Heim lands some shots froms side control.
Oketch tries to buck Heim off but Heim is having none of it.
Heim cracks Oketch with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Heim throws a strike aimed at the side of Oketch's head but Oketch avoids it well.
Oketch manages to work his way to half guard, despite Heim's best efforts.
Oketch gets back to full guard.
Heim scoring with some ground and pound.
Oketch looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T4#
Heim slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Sloppy strikes there by Heim.
Oketch manages to work his way to half guard, despite Heim's best efforts.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The fighters are battling for position here. Oketch manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Oketch is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Heim trying to control from the bottom.
Heim makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Heim.
Oketch missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Oketch stopping the sweep attempt from Heim.
Heim avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Aribert Heim dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Oketch is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Heim.
Heim scores with a nice right hand.
Heim misses the shot to the body.
Heim pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Heim is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Oketch can do to turn this around?
A jab from Oketch misses.
Heim checks the leg kick.
Heim gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Oketch avoids a punch combination nicely.
And Oketch tries to counter it with a takedown but Heim pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Heim throws a leg kick which misses Oketch's front leg but catches the back leg as Oketch tries to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Heim tries to clinch up.
Oketch shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Heim as he avoids it easily.
Nice jab there from Heim. #T1#
Heim connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Heim loads up on a big right hand but Oketch slips the punch.
Oketch flicks out a counter leg kick but Heim steps away.
Heim throws a body shot but no joy.
Oketch flicks out a counter leg kick but Heim steps away.
The fight stays on the outside here - Heim looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Oketch is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Heim uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Oketch.
Heim digs a good body shot into Oketch's ribs.
Heim lands with a thumping leg kick.
Heim misses the shot to the body.
Heim looks to land a left hand but Oketch moved out of range nicely.
Oketch throws a body shot but no joy.
Heim blocks the body kick.
Heim lands a nice shot that snaps Oketch's head back.
Oketch has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Oketch there as he acknowledges the shot.#T2##CL#
Heim clinches up against the cage.
Oketch misses with some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Heim fails to land.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Heim blocks an elbow strike.
Still in the clinch, Oketch scores with a nice short uppercut.
Heim misses with a hook to the ribs. #BC#
Heim breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Heim lands a really nice looking cross but Oketch seems unphased.
Oketch takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Oketch moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Heim takes a swing at Oketch's ribcage but misses.
Oketch throws out a counter right but Heim avoids it with no problem.
Nice jab there from Oketch.
Heim throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Oketch pivots, looking for a leg kick but Heim is out of range and Oketch settles back down. #T3#
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Oketch.
Heim slips under a jab from Oketch.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Oketch is defended easily by Heim.#TD#
Heim drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Heim with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Heim is working Oketch over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Heim landing some decent shots from guard.
Oketch bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Heim's guard. #REVB#
Oketch looking to pass the guard. #T4#
Heim is adopting a defensive guard.
Oketch controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Oketch stands up over Heim, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Oketch wants to pass the guard but Heim is keeping the position.
Heim manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Oketch manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Oketch bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Heim's guard. #REVB#
Heim tries to strike from the bottom.
Heim looking to control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Aribert Heim 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. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
An inside leg kick lands from Heim.
Oketch on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Heim swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Oketch.
Good exchange - Heim coming out on top.
Oketch misses with a kick to the body.
Aribert Heim is winning the standup battle so far.
Heim misses with a hook.
Oketch only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Heim cracks Oketch with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Oketch throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Heim steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Oketch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Heim connects with a crisp jab.
Heim stuffs the takedown attempt from Oketch. Oketch gets slowly back to his feet.
Heim displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Oketch. #T1#
Heim looks to land a combination. Oketch sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Oketch shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Heim but Heim pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Aribert Heim has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vincent Oketch.
Oketch lands a body shot.
Heim scores with the left hand. Oketch knows he should have avoided that one.
Heim takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Heim ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Oketch moves away.
Oketch misses with a body shot.
Oketch moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Heim darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Oketch throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Heim feinted with a counter takedown.
Aribert Heim is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Oketch slips a straight right by Heim.
Heim cracks a nice hook into Oketch's ribs.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Oketch slips under a jab.
Oketch misses with a straight right.
Oketch turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Heim thows a left - swing and a miss!
Heim keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
The fight stays on the outside here - Heim looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Heim throws an overhand right that lands on Oketch's shoulder, as Oketch tries to avoid the shot.
Oketch on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Heim ducks under a wild hook from Oketch.
Vincent Oketch has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Oketch misses with a straight right.
Heim drops down looking for a counter takedown but Oketch sprawls and moves away.
Heim moves out of range as Oketch throws a body kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Heim. Oketch does a little dance to reset his feet.
Oketch throws out a counter right but Heim avoids it with no problem.
Heim tests Oketch's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Oketch lands a really nice looking cross but Heim seems unphased.
Heim throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Oketch takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Oketch tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Heim is able to avoid easily.
Oketch has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Heim throws a low kick, looking for Oketch's leg but Oketch calmly moves out of range.
Heim throws a lazy uppercut
and Oketch counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Heim scores with a nice head shot.
Oketch swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Heim changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#T4##CL#
Heim moves into the clinch successfully.
Oketch lands a shoulder strike.
This has been an exciting period of action!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Oketch.
Heim working aggressively here. #BC2#
Oketch pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Heim looks to throw the jab but Oketch is out of range.
Heim swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Oketch looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Heim misses with a left hand #TD2#
and Oketch counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Heim lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Heim is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Oketch has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Heim is looking to defend but Oketch has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Heim! Oketch pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Heim taps out and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Vincent Oketch!
A very excited looking Vincent Oketch made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: CEC 482
Date: Nov 11, 2016

#R1#
Rain cracks Oketch with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Rain looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Oketch moves out of range as Rain strikes.
Oketch tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Oketch misses with a hook.
Rain avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Oketch on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
A decent looking cross lands there for Oketch.
Oketch gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Rain.
Oketch takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Oketch scores with a push kick.
Oketch waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Rain.
Nice straight punches there by Oketch. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Oketch.
Oketch misses with a lunging right hand
and Rain counters with a lovely straight right hand!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Rain takes one to the side of the head.
Nice defenses there by Oketch.
Oketch drops his hands momentarily and Rain takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Rain keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Oketch.
Rain takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Oketch looks to throw the jab but Rain is out of range.
Oketch misses with a double jab. #T1#
Rain looks to land a combination but Oketch avoids it well.
Rain connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
A telegraphed right hand from Rain misses the target.
Rain scores with a nice strike.
Oketch uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Rain.
Rain bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Rain attempts a counter takedown but Oketch avoids it well and moves away.
Oketch misses with a straight left.
Oketch connects with a nice looking jab.
Oketch attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Oketch misses with a left hand
and Rain counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#TD#
Rain gets a double leg takedown into Oketch's guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Oketch looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rain is one step ahead there.
Rain is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T2#
Rain scoring with punches to the head and body.
Rain looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Oketch trying to control the position.
Rain postures up and lands a big shot to Oketch's brow.
Rain chips away with some ground and pound.
Oketch is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T3#
Rain controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Rain scoring with punches to the head and body.
Rain is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Oketch utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Oketch looking to control.
Oketch can't keep his opponent in guard - Rain advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Oketch gets back to full guard.
Oketch looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rain is one step ahead there.
Oketch is pulling down on Rain's head. It's preventing any offense from Rain, at least for the moment.#T4#
Oketch keeping full guard, as Rain tries to pass.
Rain is working Oketch over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Rain working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Rain keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Oketch's head.#SUB2#
Oketch escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Rain gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Rain passes Oketch's left leg - he's now in half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Titan Rain 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#
Rain throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Oketch connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Titan Rain is winning the standup battle so far.
Oketch shoots in but Rain avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Oketch throws a solid leg kick but Rain takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Oketch.
Titan Rain seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rain looks to score with a jab to the body but Oketch is just out of range.
Oketch lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#TD#
Rain looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Oketch keeping full guard, as Rain tries to pass.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rain is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rain's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Rain 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.
Rain tries to free his leg and advance position but Oketch is retaining full guard. #T1#
Rain in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Rain trying to control the position from guard on top but Oketch is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rain is really struggling to control Oketch but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Rain lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rain is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Rain is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Oketch can do to turn this around?#SUB2#
Oketch working for submissions but it's allowed Rain to get to half guard.
Oketch taking some punishment here, with Rain in his half guard. #T2#
Oketch on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Oketch is looking for a sweep. Rain is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Oketch has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Rain is working away from the top position though.
Rain frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Oketch is desperately trying to improve his position but Rain has a good base and remains in mount.
Rain is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Rain tries to control but Oketch wriggling away.
Oketch keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard. #T3#
Rain tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Rain avoids the attempt from Oketch to control.
Oketch is squirming around, avoiding Rain's attempts to control the action.
Oketch tries to hold on but Rain postures up.
Rain lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Oketch can't escape the position.
Rain controlling the position easily from mount. #T4#
Rain landing strikes from the mount.
Oketch tries to lock up and control but Rain gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Rain connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Oketch is looking to get to half guard.
Oketch tries to lock up and control but Rain gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Rain can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Oketch is looking to escape.
Oketch tries to get back to half guard but can't.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Titan Rain dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R3#
Rain avoids a kick to the body.
Rain fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Oketch has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Oketch wants to land a leg kick but Rain is out of range.
Rain takes a swing at Oketch's ribcage but misses.
Oketch tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Rain uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Oketch.
Oketch cracks Rain with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Oketch misses with a straight right.
Oketch takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Rain looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Rain lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oketch takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Rain is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Rain doesn't manage to clinch there - Oketch circles away.
Oketch is looking to score with low kicks.
Rain takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Oketch does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy. #T1#
Oketch connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Rain scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Oketch avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Rain pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Rain wants to slow Oketch down by chopping away at his legs.
Rain scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Rain delivers a nice body kick.
Oketch takes one to the side of the head.
Rain ducks under a wild hook from Oketch.
Oketch thows a left - swing and a miss!
A jab from Oketch finds it's way through Rain's defenses.
Oketch throws a body shot but no joy.
Rain lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Rain throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Oketch.
Rain wants to land a leg kick but Oketch is out of range. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A big left from Oketch misses. #CL#
Rain moves into range and clinches up with Oketch.
Rain goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Rain prevents a takedown attempt there.
Oketch tries to circle away but Rain has him pinned against the cage.
Oketch blocking some punches.
Rain tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Rain swings wildly with an uppercut but Oketch uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rain throws a head punch that misses.
Rain tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Rain working aggressively here.
Oketch lands a left hand.
Oketch looking for a takedown.
Rain presses Oketch against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.#T3#
Oketch lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Rain fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rain lands with a left to the head. #BC2#
Oketch breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Rain checks a leg kick nicely.
Oketch swats away the attempt to clinch by Rain.
Oketch on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Rain. Rain obviously looking to wear him down.
Rain throws a nice outside leg kick.
Oketch moves out of range as Rain strikes.
Oketch only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Rain throws a jab but it's blocked by Oketch.
Horrible takedown attempt by Rain or perhaps it was just good defense by Oketch, which made it look bad.
Oketch just misses with a punch to the body.
An attempted straight right counter from Rain misses the target.#T4#
Rain throws a big shot that misses.
Oketch misses with a straight right.
Rain misses with a hook. Oketch ducked under it nicely.
Rain wants to slow Oketch down by chopping away at his legs.
Rain takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Rain finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Oketch bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Oketch feints a counter leg kick.
Oketch misses with an uppercut.
Rain was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A nice leg kick lands there from Oketch.
Oketch lands a really nice looking cross but Rain seems unphased.
Rain fails to land the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Titan Rain. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Oketch connects with a solid leg kick.
Rain throws a front kick that sends Oketch stumbling back into the cage.
A jab from Rain misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Titan Rain did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R4#
Rain checks the leg kick.
Rain appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Rain ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Oketch moves away.
Rain fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Rain shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Oketch as he avoids it easily.
Rain swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Oketch catches Rain with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Oketch scores with a jab to the head.
Rain throws a body kick that misses. #TD2#
Rain gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Oketch to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Oketch trying to control the position from guard on top but Rain is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Rain is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #T1##SUB#
Rain escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Oketch gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Oketch looking to pass the guard.
Oketch 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.
Rain keeping full guard, as Oketch tries to pass.
Oketch trying to control the position from guard on top but Rain is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Rain preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SUB#
Rain is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Oketch defends well.
Rain keeping moving, preventing Oketch from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Rain escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Oketch gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Oketch trying to control the position from guard on top but Rain is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T3#
Oketch waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Rain.
Rain tries to clinch but Oketch is having none of it.
Rain misses with a hook. Oketch ducked under it nicely.
Oketch tries a quick counter leg kick but Rain is wise to it.
Rain fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Oketch checks it well.
Oketch jabs Rain right on the nose. Rain blinks but takes it well.
Oketch avoids the body shot from Rain.
Oketch walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Oketch uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rain.
Rain fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Oketch.
Rain checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Nice cross by Rain.
Oketch throws a nice inside leg kick.
Rain scores with a crisp jab that stopped Oketch in his tracks.
Oketch throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Rain sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T4#
Oketch throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Oketch tries a head kick but it misses.
Rain takes a jab right on the kisser.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The fighters circling - Rain throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Rain attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Rain throws a solid leg kick but Oketch takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Rain.
Rain on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Oketch. Rain shrugs it off though.
Oketch sizes up Rain with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #TD2#
Oketch is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Rain's half guard.
Oketch missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Oketch wants to control but Rain is keeping him busy.
Rain is trying to get back to full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vincent Oketch dominated that fourth round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R5#
Rain throws an overhand right that lands on Oketch's shoulder, as Oketch tries to avoid the shot.
Oketch drops his hands momentarily and Rain takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #CL#
Rain gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Rain misses with a punch to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Oketch.
Oketch tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Oketch tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Oketch misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Rain wants to break free but Oketch has control. #BC2#
Oketch escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A solid leg kick lands there for Oketch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Oketch shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Rain napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Oketch working the ground and pound.
Oketch wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rain keeps working.
Oketch cracks Rain with a big right hand but Rain just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
My spies in DJs Locker inform me that Oketch has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T1#
Rain is trying to improve his position.
Oketch lands an elbow.
Rain is trying to improve his position.
Rain is working hard here to advance position.
Oketch controls the position from side control.
Oketch looks up at the clock and then as Rain takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Oketch smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude! #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Rain is trying to improve his position.
Rain takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Oketch trying to control the position but Rain is working away.
Rain is trying to escape the position but Oketch is controlling the position.
Oketch tries to score with some ground and pound. Rain controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Rain is trying to get back to half guard.
You can see the frustration on Rain's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Vincent Oketch has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3##SUB2#
Oketch goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Rain has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Oketch but great work by Rain.
Oketch is looking to regain half guard here but Rain keeps moving and retains side control.
Oketch manages to get back to half guard.
Oketch has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Rain is working away from the top position though.
Oketch is pressing down on Rain's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Oketch is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Rain postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#T4#
Rain not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Oketch working a defensive guard here.
Rain is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Rain is looking to work some ground and pound but Oketch has wrist control.
Titan Rain overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Rain is working Oketch over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Oketch is trying to keep Rain in close.
Oketch has momentary wrist control but Rain slips an elbow through the middle.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Vincent Oketch.
Well Rain has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 48:47
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 48:47
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 48:47

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

Event: CEC 476
Date: Oct 12, 2016

#R1#
Tutov misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Oketch counters with a nice low kick that buckles Tutov's knee momentarily.
Oketch moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Tutov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tutov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Jab from Oketch.
Oketch throws a nice outside leg kick.
Oketch lands a nice leg kick that just misses Tutov's sensitive parts.
Oketch throws a low kick but it's checked well by Tutov.
Oketch swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tutov is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Oketch misses with a kick to the body.
Tutov throws a big shot that misses.
Tutov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Tutov.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tutov is looking to land body kicks.
Tutov pivots, looking for a leg kick but Oketch is out of range and Tutov settles back down.
Tutov chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A shot to the liver by Oketch. Beautiful body shot.#T1#
Oketch takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Oketch 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.
Oketch throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Oketch throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Oketch tries to work over Tutov's front leg with a kick but Tutov checks it.
A low kick from Oketch is predictable there
and Tutov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Tutov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Oketch.
Tutov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Tutov.
An inside leg kick from Tutov misses.
Oketch is looking to score with low kicks.
Tutov throws out a leg kick but Oketch moves out of range and Tutov only half commits.
Tutov on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Oketch. Oketch obviously looking to wear him down.
Tutov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tutov misses with a hook.#T2#
Oketch takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Oketch takes one to the chin there.
Tutov connects with a looping right hand.
Oketch moves forwards but Tutov connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Tutov scores with a nice strike.
Oketch slips under a jab.
Oketch throws a leg kick but Tutov sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Tutov takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Tutov takes one to the side of the head.
Tutov throws a body punch but Oketch moves out of range.
Oketch misses with a low kick as Tutov jumps back.
Oketch works the jab nicely.
Tutov throws a big shot that misses.
Tutov misses with a looping right.
Andrey Tutov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tutov lands a nice looking body kick.#TD2#
Oketch closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Tutov did well to prevent Oketch getting side control.#T3#
Oketch missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Oketch throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
The fighters are battling for position here. Tutov manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Tutov seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Oketch tries to free his leg and advance position but Tutov is retaining full guard.
Oketch in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Tutov can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Oketch controls the pace.#SUB#
Tutov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Tutov keeping moving, preventing Oketch from controlling successfully. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Tutov wants to sweep here but Oketch controlling him for the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tutov can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Oketch controls the pace.
Tutov wants to sweep here but Oketch controlling him for the moment.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Oketch trying to control the position from guard on top but Tutov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Oketch ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tutov moves away.
Tutov looks to land a right hand but Oketch moved out of range.
Oketch scores with a jab to the head.
Tutov throws a series of punches but Oketch avoids them all with ease.
Oketch lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Tutov takes one to the chin there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Vincent Oketch will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Oketch lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Tutov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Oketch moves away.
Oketch blocks a head kick by Tutov.
Oketch feints a counter leg kick.
Horrible takedown attempt by Oketch or perhaps it was just good defense by Tutov, which made it look bad.
A big left from Oketch misses.
Oketch cracks Tutov with a right hand to the side of the head.
Oketch lands with a thumping leg kick.
Tutov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Oketch moves away.
Oketch catches Tutov with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Tutov attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oketch dips to his left and cracks Tutov with an uppercut!
Tutov throws a low kick but it's checked well by Oketch.
Tutov with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
A nice combination there by Tutov.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tutov scores with a spinning back kick!#T1#
Good leg kick by Tutov there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Oketch walks into a stiff left hand from Tutov.
Oketch thows a left - swing and a miss!
Oketch swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tutov misses with a hook #TD2#
and Oketch counters with a single leg into guard. Tutov didn't expect that.
Oketch is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Oketch working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Oketch slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Oketch tries to advance to mount but can't.
Oketch slows the pace down. #T2#
Oketch throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Tutov takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Oketch just content to control the position.
Oketch trying to control the position but Tutov is working away.
Oketch is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Oketch working the head with strikes. #T3#
Tutov is trying to improve his position.
Oketch takes a little break here. Tutov wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Oketch wants to lay and pray for a moment but Tutov keeps working.
Oketch scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Tutov to see if he's OK.
Oketch cracks Tutov with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Tutov is not content to let Oketch control the position.
Tutov can't do much from the bottom here. #T4#
Oketch in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
You can see the frustration on Tutov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Oketch wants to lay and pray for a moment but Tutov keeps working.
Tutov is trying to improve his position.
The referee asks Oketch politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Oketch prefers to stall for the moment though.
Oketch has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Oketch 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.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tutov is trying to get back to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vincent Oketch showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Tutov tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Oketch is able to avoid easily.
Oketch fails to land with a series of punches.
Vincent Oketch seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Tutov keeps Oketch at a distance using the push kick.
A big left from Oketch misses.
It looks like Tutov has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Oketch checks the leg kick nicely there.
Some bone on bone action there as Oketch checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Tutov keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Tutov throws a head kick but Oketch moves out of range.
Tutov throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
A big left from Oketch misses.
Tutov throws a quick counter head kick but Oketch was just out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oketch steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tutov.
Tutov's jab looks to have found its range, popping Oketch under the eye.
Good leg kick by Oketch there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Tutov slips under a jab.
Oketch misses with a wild body shot.
Tutov jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.#T1#
Tutov misses with a hook. Oketch ducked under it nicely.
Tutov scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Tutov connects with an inside leg kick.
Oketch lands a nice leg kick that just misses Tutov's sensitive parts.
Tutov moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
A punch lands to the side of Tutov 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Tutov cracks Oketch with an open hand slap.
Oketch lands a nice leg kick that just misses Tutov's sensitive parts.
Nice sprawl there from Tutov as Oketch shoots in.
Tutov misses with a hook.
Oketch throws a right and a left that both miss.#TD2#
Oketch closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Tutov to the mat! Tutov manages to get full guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tutov throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Oketch throws a strike but Tutov rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Tutov content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #T2#
Oketch keeping moving, preventing Tutov from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Oketch escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Tutov gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Tutov is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Oketch managing to control the position.
Oketch is trying to control the position but Tutov postures up.
Vincent Oketch is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3##SUB#
Tutov drops back looking for a leg! Oketch is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Oketch manages to kick Tutov off! Tutov jumps back into Oketch's guard.
Oketch working a defensive guard here.
Oketch manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Tutov manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Oketch scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Oketch is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T4#
Tutov pulls Oketch in close to prevent any damage.
Oketch is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Tutov looking to control but Oketch passes into half guard.
Tutov keeping control of the position.
Tutov moves into full guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Andrey Tutov.
I think Oketch 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:30
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: CEC 471
Date: Sep 16, 2016

#R1#
Doubdtfire throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Euphegen Doubdtfire seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Oketch misses with a left hand
and Doubdtfire counters with a left to the body.
Doubdtfire throws a solid leg kick but Oketch takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Doubdtfire.
Doubdtfire just misses with a punch to the body.
Oketch stalks Doubdtfire and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Doubdtfire's face. Doubdtfire staggers backwards, shaken.
Oketch dips to his left and cracks Doubdtfire with an uppercut!
Doubdtfire misses with a looping right.
Oketch digs a good hook to Doubdtfire's body.
Oketch tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Doubdtfire was well out of range. Poor timing from Oketch.
Doubdtfire throwing a counter right hand but Oketch manages to avoid it.
Doubdtfire throws a hook but Oketch avoids it easily.
Oketch looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Oketch uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Doubdtfire.
Oketch feints a counter leg kick.
Doubdtfire throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Doubdtfire misses with a low kick.
Oketch ducks right into an uppercut from Doubdtfire.
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!
Oketch lands with a right hand.
Oketch throws a lazy right hand but Doubdtfire sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Doubdtfire misses with a looping right.#T1#
Oketch throws a body shot but no joy.
Oketch throws a low kick, looking for Doubdtfire's leg but Doubdtfire calmly moves out of range.
An inside leg kick from Oketch misses.
Doubdtfire looks to score with a jab to the body but Oketch is just out of range.
Oketch throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Oketch doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Doubdtfire ducks under a wild hook from Oketch.
Doubdtfire wants to slow Oketch down by chopping away at his legs.
Oketch throws a counter combo.
Oketch lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Doubdtfire looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Doubdtfire is looking to slow Oketch down with leg kicks.
Oketch fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Doubdtfire has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Oketch throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Doubdtfire to counter with a crisp jab.
Doubdtfire throws a body shot but no joy.
Doubdtfire looks to score with a jab to the body but Oketch is just out of range.
A low kick from Doubdtfire misses #TD2#
and Oketch counters with a nice double leg into side control. Doubdtfire won't be happy with that.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Oketch creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.#T2#
Doubdtfire is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Doubdtfire can't do much from the bottom here.
Oketch scoring with punches and elbows.
Oketch wants to lay and pray for a moment but Doubdtfire keeps working.
Doubdtfire regains half guard.
Doubdtfire is trying to get back to full guard.#T3#
Oketch working Doubdtfire over with strikes.
Oketch trying to control the action but Doubdtfire is working from the bottom.
Doubdtfire is trying to maintain the position but Oketch is very close to passing his half guard.
Doubdtfire manages to get to full guard.
Oketch controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Doubdtfire controlling Oketch's posture. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Oketch postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Oketch controlling from the top position.
Doubdtfire is controlling Oketch's posture.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Doubdtfire misses with a kick to the body
enabling Oketch to counter with a crisp jab.
A telegraphed right hand from Doubdtfire misses the target.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vincent Oketch dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Oketch throws a solid leg kick but Doubdtfire takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Oketch.
Doubdtfire swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Doubdtfire throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Doubdtfire misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Oketch counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Oketch cracks Doubdtfire with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Doubdtfire cracks Oketch with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Doubdtfire slips a jab from Oketch.
Doubdtfire tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Oketch was well out of range. Poor timing from Doubdtfire.
Doubdtfire takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Oketch throws a hook to the side of Doubdtfire's head but Doubdtfire sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Doubdtfire half committed to a counter leg kick.
Doubdtfire avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Doubdtfire checks the leg kick nicely there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Doubdtfire gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Oketch.
Doubdtfire misses with a low kick.
A decent looking cross lands there for Doubdtfire.
Oketch misses with a low kick as Doubdtfire jumps back.
Oketch misses with a looping left.
Oketch has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Oketch misses with a low kick. #T1#
Doubdtfire dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Oketch. That did some damage!
Oketch throws a shot from downtown. Doubdtfire moves away and avoids it.
Doubdtfire ducks right into an uppercut from Oketch.
Vincent Oketch seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Doubdtfire misses with a straight right.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Doubdtfire 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 Oketch has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Oketch and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Oketch is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Doubdtfire with a body shot.
Oketch throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Doubdtfire sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Doubdtfire misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Oketch.
Oketch throws a leg kick that misses.
Oketch blocks a low kick nicely.
Doubdtfire does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Oketch throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Doubdtfire throws a big shot that misses.
Doubdtfire misses with a looping right.
Doubdtfire throws a body kick that misses.
Doubdtfire misses with a low kick.
Oketch fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Doubdtfire checks it well. #T2#
Doubdtfire ducks under a wild hook from Oketch.
Doubdtfire throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Doubdtfire jabs at Oketch's body.
Doubdtfire displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Oketch throws out the jab.
Doubdtfire getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Doubdtfire avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Oketch throws an overhand right that lands on Doubdtfire's shoulder, as Doubdtfire tries to avoid the shot.
Doubdtfire is looking to land body kicks.
Doubdtfire looks to land a body kick but Oketch moved away.
A punch lands to the side of Doubdtfire 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Oketch swings for the body but Doubdtfire moves out of range.
Doubdtfire stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Oketch.
Oketch misses the shot to the body.
Doubdtfire misses with a straight right.
Oketch checks a low kick from Doubdtfire.
Oketch tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Oketch moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #T3#
Doubdtfire with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Oketch to score with a decent uppercut.
Oketch throws a leg kick but Doubdtfire sees it coming and moves out of range.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Oketch. Doubdtfire shrugs it off though.
Doubdtfire waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Oketch.
Oketch connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Oketch throws a front kick aimed at Doubdtfire's knee but Doubdtfire avoids it well.
Doubdtfire lands with a right hand.
A good leg kick by Doubdtfire.
Oketch scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Doubdtfire gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Oketch.
Oketch stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Doubdtfire.
Doubdtfire throws a lazy uppercut
and Oketch counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Oketch fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Doubdtfire.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Doubdtfire throws a low kick but it's checked well by Oketch.
Doubdtfire moves away from the strike by Oketch. #T4#
Oketch scores with a nice right hand.
Oketch jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Doubdtfire connects with the punch.
Oketch takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Doubdtfire throws a body shot but no joy.
Oketch tries to land a front kick but Doubdtfire steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
An inside leg kick from Oketch misses.
Doubdtfire looks to throw the jab but Oketch is out of range.
Oketch tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Doubdtfire misses the shot to the body.
Doubdtfire throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
The fighters circling - Oketch throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Doubdtfire looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Oketch on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Oketch lands a nice leg kick that just misses Doubdtfire's sensitive parts.
Doubdtfire misses with a leg kick.
Oketch lands a head shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Vincent Oketch 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. This is the final round!
#R3#
A solid leg kick lands there for Oketch.
Doubdtfire tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Oketch was well out of range. Poor timing from Doubdtfire.
Oketch is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Oketch feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Doubdtfires jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Oketch pivots, looking for a leg kick but Doubdtfire is out of range and Oketch settles back down.
Doubdtfire blocks a leg kick.#CL#
Doubdtfire fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Oketch, pushing him back against the cage.
Oketch has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Doubdtfire is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Oketch goes for a takedown attempt but Doubdtfire pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Doubdtfire checks a leg kick.
Oketch wants to slow Doubdtfire down by chopping away at his legs.
Doubdtfire throws a low kick but it's checked well by Oketch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oketch pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
The fighters circle momentarily. Oketch darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Doubdtfire ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Oketch moves away.
Oketch feints the counter takedown.
Oketch misses with a leg kick.
Doubdtfire is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Doubdtfire connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #T1#
Doubdtfire throws a nice inside leg kick.
Doubdtfire lands an overhand right.
Oketch throws a nice outside leg kick.
Doubdtfire throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Doubdtfire shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Oketch throws a hook but Doubdtfire blocks it.
Doubdtfire throws a body kick that misses.
Doubdtfire misses with a body kick.
It seemed like Oketch was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Oketch thows a left - swing and a miss!
Oketch scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Doubdtfire misses with an uppercut. Oketch saw that one coming.
Doubdtfire works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Oketch connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Doubdtfire momentarily.
Oketch lands a really nice looking cross but Doubdtfire seems unphased.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Oketch uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Doubdtfire.
Doubdtfire slips under a jab.
It looked like Doubdtfire wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Euphegen Doubdtfire has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Doubdtfire throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Doubdtfire moves out of range of the strikes.
Oketch throws a lazy uppercut
and Doubdtfire counters with a slapping leg kick.
Doubdtfire fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Oketch on the side of the head.
A jab from Oketch misses.
Doubdtfire was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Oketch checks a low kick from Doubdtfire.
Oketch connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Doubdtfire momentarily.
Doubdtfire fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Oketch is out of range.
Oketch swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Doubdtfire.
Doubdtfire misses the jab.
Doubdtfire steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Oketch.
Oketch connects with a solid leg kick.
Doubdtfire misses with a hook. Oketch ducked under it nicely.
Oketch looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Doubdtfire defending well as Oketch loads up on a big left hand.
Doubdtfire feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Oketch cracks Doubdtfire with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Vincent Oketch is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3#
Doubdtfire is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Doubdtfire swings widly with a right hand
enabling Oketch to counter with a crisp jab.
Oketch takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
A leg kick checked by Oketch.
A swing and a miss from Doubdtfire.
Oketch cracks Doubdtfire with a right hand to the side of the head.
The fighters circle momentarily. Oketch darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Doubdtfire motions for Oketch to come forward. Doubdtfire throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Oketch tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Oketch thows a left - swing and a miss!
Oketch scores with a decent looking hook.
Oketch bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Oketch throws a hook but Doubdtfire blocks it.
Oketch drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Doubdtfire throws a body kick that misses. #T4#
Oketch thows a left - swing and a miss!
Doubdtfire stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Oketch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A jab from Oketch does it's job there.
Oketch lands with a right hand.
Oketch tests Doubdtfire's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Doubdtfire throws out a loose jab but Oketch uses good head movement to avoid it.
Doubdtfire throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Doubdtfire takes one on the button.
Oketch waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Doubdtfire.
Doubdtfire throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Doubdtfire lands a nice leg kick that just misses Oketch's sensitive parts.
Jab, jab by Oketch - just one landing.
Oketch tests Doubdtfire's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Oketch throws out a powerful jab.

And that's the end of the fight!
Vincent Oketch comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Oketch 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Vincent Oketch!
Our winner, Vincent Oketch, 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: CEC 466
Date: Aug 24, 2016

#R1#
Oketch pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kucera displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Oketch throws out the jab.
Kucera throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Oketch's waist but Oketch gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Kucera off to one side.
Kucera tries to score a power double leg takedown but Oketch sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Kucera somewhat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kucera shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Oketch pinned against the cage. Oketch gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Oketch half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Vincent Oketch has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Honza Kucera.#T1#
Kucera tries to score a power double leg takedown but Oketch sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Kucera somewhat.
Oketch feinted with a counter takedown.#TD2#
Kucera looking to score a takedown here. Oketch is defending well but Kucera drives through and ends up in Oketch's guard.#T2#
Kucera pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Oketch is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Oketch looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Oketch is trying to keep Kucera in close.
Kucera is stalling in the full guard.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Kucera working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Kucera looking to sit in guard and control but Oketch gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Kucera is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB##T3#
Kucera tries to pass the half guard into mount. Oketch knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB2#
Kucera is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Kucera 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.
Kucera wants to control but Oketch is keeping him busy. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Kucera stalling away here and it's allowed Oketch to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Kucera tries to free his leg and advance position but Oketch is retaining full guard.
Kucera is still trying to improve position.
Kucera being controlled here momentarily.
Kucera stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Oketch swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kucera trying to control but Oketch is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Honza Kucera will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Kucera shoots in for a double leg but Oketch sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
A little feinted left hand from Oketch on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kucera dives in and grabs Oketch's left leg, looking for a takedown. Oketch pushes down on Kucera's head and hops out.
An attempted straight right counter from Oketch misses the target.
Honza Kucera seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kucera shoots for a takedown but Oketch saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Vincent Oketch has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Honza Kucera.#TD2#
Kucera throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Oketch tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Kucera is in Oketch's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kucera stopping the sweep attempt from Oketch.
Kucera trying to control but Oketch is working from the bottom.
Honza Kucera has got the better of the ground game so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oketch managing to control the position.
Kucera is looking to pass into half guard but Oketch pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Oketch is in guard.#REVR##T1#
Oketch lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Oketch lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#SUB2#
Kucera has an active guard here but Oketch has managed to pass into half guard.
Kucera is trying to maintain the position but Oketch is very close to passing his half guard.
Oketch tries to pass to full mount but Kucera defends it.
Kucera is trying to maintain the position but Oketch is very close to passing his half guard.
Kucera is not content to let Oketch control the position.#T2#
Oketch is thwarting Kucera's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
Oketch is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Kucera doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Oketch.
Kucera is looking for a sweep. Oketch is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Kucera moves into full guard. #T3#
Kucera is trying to keep Oketch in close.
Oketch will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB2#
Kucera has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Oketch can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Kucera working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Oketch has passed into half guard! #SUB#
Oketch is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Kucera trying to control but Oketch postures up. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Oketch scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Kucera works his way to full guard. Good work.
Kucera not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Oketch makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Oketch chips away with some ground and pound.
Oketch passes Kucera's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Kucera actively working from the bottom here.
Oketch is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vincent Oketch 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#
Oketch bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#TD2#
Kucera fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Oketch to the ground. Kucera is now in Oketch's guard.
Kucera stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Oketch swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Oketch is trying to control the position but Kucera postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Oketch throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Kucera wants to control from the top but Oketch keeps moving. #T1#
Kucera looking to pass the guard.
Kucera slips nicely into half guard.
Kucera drops an elbow to the side of Oketch's head.
Kucera wants to free his trapped foot but Oketch is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Oketch keeping hold of Kucera's head, controlling as best he can. #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.#SUB2#
Kucera is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Oketch doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Kucera. #SUB2#
Kucera seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Oketch is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:38 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Honza Kucera!

Event: CEC 461
Date: Jul 30, 2016

#R1#
Preston goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Oketch pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Preston buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Preston throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Oketch.
Oketch takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Preston lands a nice shot that snaps Oketch's head back.
Preston tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Oketch fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Preston manages to avoid it.
Preston moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Preston moves out of range of the body kick.
Preston throws a half hearted mid kick.
Oketch is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Preston fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Oketch manages to avoid it.
A telegraphed right hand from Preston misses the target.
Oketch throws a low kick but Preston avoids it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Preston throws a body shot but no joy. #T1#
Preston avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#TD2#
Oketch gets the takedown into side control.
Preston is looking to get back to his feet here but Oketch is keeping cool and he's managed to take Preston's back.
Preston trying to get back to his feet but Oketch is in full control for now. #SUB2#
Oketch working for the choke.
Preston is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Preston covers up after that shot from Oketch.
Preston is trying to stand back up. #SUB2#
Oketch is looking for the choke from the back position but Preston is controlling his hands well. #T2#
Preston wants to get back to his feet.
Oketch throws a big right hand but he misses and hits the mat. Ouch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Preston covering up well and avoiding damage.
We've been hearing good reports from Preston'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.
Oketch lands punches and elbows.
Preston looking very determined here, making life difficult for Oketch. #SUB2#
Preston is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Preston wants to get back to his feet. #T3#
Oketch lands with a nice looking elbow that stuns Preston. #SUB2#
Preston is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Preston is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Oketch gets his way!
Will Oketch go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position? #T4#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.#SUB2#
Oketch has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Preston has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Preston is trying to get back to his feet but Oketch has full control of the position and if anything, Preston has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Preston has his hands over his head blocking the strikes from Oketch.
Oketch is looking to control Preston but Preston is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Preston wants to get back to his feet.
Oketch looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Oketch is looking to control Preston but Preston is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Preston is trying to get back to his feet but Oketch has full control of the position and if anything, Preston has just worked his way into a worse spot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vincent Oketch 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#
Preston goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Preston misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Oketch moves out of range of the leg kick from Preston.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Oketch, right into the meat.
Preston is looking to chop away at Oketch's legs.
Oketch avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Oketch swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Preston lands a lovely overhand right.
Preston throws a lazy body kick #TD2#
and Oketch counters with a single leg into guard. Preston didn't expect that.
Oketch won't allow Preston to get back to his feet.
Oketch tries to free his leg and advance position but Preston is retaining full guard.
Oketch won't allow Preston to get back to his feet.
Oketch wants to control from the top but Preston keeps moving.
Oketch has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Oketch looking to pass the guard. #T1#
Preston is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Oketch trying to control but Preston is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Preston misses with a straight left.
Oketch appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Oketch misses with a body kick.
Oketch connects with a right hand. Preston shakes it off.
Preston moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Oketch dodges the punch combination from Preston.
Oketch avoids a kick to the body.
Oketch feints a counter leg kick.#T2#
Oketch misses with a low kick. #CL2#
Oketch closes the distance and clinches.
Preston blocks a body shot from Oketch.
Oketch takes an elbow to the temple.
Oketch throws a head punch that misses.
Preston lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Preston throws a knee to the head but misses.
Oketch throws a punch but it's blocked by Preston.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Preston.
Oketch tries to pull guard but Preston won't allow it.
Preston misses with a punch to the body.
Preston pushes Oketch back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Preston lands an uppercut.
Preston creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Oketch's defenses. #BC2#
Oketch pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T3#
Oketch moves out of range of the leg kick from Preston.
Oketch rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Preston counters with a straight right hand.
Preston listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Oketch uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Preston.
Preston throws a body punch but Oketch moves out of range.
A solid leg kick lands there for Oketch. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Oketch is trying to break free.
Oketch works on Preston's body with a couple of short punches.
Oketch scores with a nice hook to the head.
Preston missing with knees to the body.
Oketch blocks a body shot from Preston. #BC2#
Oketch breaks from the clinch. #T4#
Oketch throws a series of punches but Preston avoids them all with ease.
Preston checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Aiden Preston is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A swing and a miss from Oketch.
Preston jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Aiden Preston is winning the standup battle so far.
Oketch misses the shot to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Preston lands with an uppercut that bounces Oketch off the cage and back into range.
Preston lands with a nice body kick.
Preston misses with a low kick.
Preston backing away here, and Oketch unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Preston lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Preston looks to score with a jab to the body but Oketch is just out of range.
Oketch throws a jab but it's blocked by Preston.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Oketch crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Preston - the referee stops the clock and Oketch gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Preston. Oketch manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Oketch throws a lazy right hand but Preston sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Aiden Preston dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Oketch misses with a wild body shot.
Oketch bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Oketch tries to clinch up.
Preston connects with the punch.
Preston rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Oketch moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Oketch pushes Preston away with a front kick.
Preston displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Oketch throws out the jab.
Oketch throws a sloppy head kick and Preston moves out of range easily.
Preston throws a hook but Oketch avoids it easily.
Oketch changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Oketch bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Oketch prevents Preston from escaping the position.
Oketch tries to advance to mount but can't.
Preston is trying to buck Oketch off.#T1#
Preston parries the strikes from Oketch easily there. Oketch is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Preston to escape.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Preston pushes Oketch away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Oketch gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Oketch controls the position. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Oketch lands with a good body shot.
Preston uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#T2#
Preston drops his hands momentarily and Oketch takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Preston moves out of range as Oketch strikes.
Oketch throws out a leg kick but Preston moves out of range and Oketch only half commits.
Preston throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Oketch.
Oketch misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Preston.
Preston tries to close the distance and clinch but Oketch swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
A leg kick checked by Oketch.
Donk. Oketch catches Preston right on the button with a cross.
Preston uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Oketch. #CL#
Preston has taken the fight to the clinch.
Oketch blocks a punch to the side of the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Oketch is trying to pull guard but Preston has him pressed against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Oketch. #T3#
Oketch dodges an elbow strike from Preston.
A shot in the inside from Oketch.
Preston missing with knees to the body.
Preston looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Preston lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Preston lands a right hand that snaps the head of Oketch backwards.
Preston creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Preston lands with a short shot to the head.
Preston creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Knees in the clinch landing for Preston. #BC2#
Oketch breaks from the clinch.
Donk. Preston catches Oketch right on the button with a cross.
Preston scores with a punch to the head.
A head kick misses from Preston.
Oketch throws a big counter head kick but Preston avoids it with no problem.#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Oketch avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Oketch is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Aiden Preston seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Preston doesn't manage to clinch there - Oketch circles away.
Preston misses with a head kick.
Preston throws a head kick but Oketch moves out of range.
Preston tries a head kick but it misses. #CL2#
Oketch rushes Preston and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Oketch swings wildly with an uppercut but Preston uses good head movement to avoid it.
Preston misses with a punch on the inside.
Oketch blocks a body shot from Preston.
Preston misses with an elbow strike.
Oketch avoiding damage as Preston throws knees to the body.
A short uppercut from Oketch.
Oketch lands on the inside with an uppercut.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Aiden Preston.
I think Preston 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Aiden Preston!
Aiden Preston gave a mention to Milwaukee's Best Nutrition in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

Event: TWGC 12 (145lbs, D1): Montreal Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Jul 15, 2016

Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Vincent Oketch and Ivan Putski. Vincent Oketch had a look across the cage there at his opponent. He definitely means business

170 cm
27 yrs
134 lbs

175 cm
26 yrs
145 lbs

Oketch

Putski

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Vincent Oketch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 3 losses; Ivan Putski!
The judges for this bout are Yves DeLean, William Peck and Steve Smith.

The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.

Oketch closes the distance and clinches.
Putski is looking for a takedown.
Putski drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Putski can't get the takedown.
Vincent Oketch has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ivan Putski.

Oketch lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Oketch (2) vs (0) Putski
Putski tries to get to full guard but Oketch has control of the leg.
Putski controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Putski is looking to improve his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oketch frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Score +3 for passing guard: Oketch (5) vs (0) Putski

That's one minute gone in the round.
Oketch tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.

Oketch jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Putski is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Putski and Oketch has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Putski wants to control but Oketch postures up.
Putski sneaks back into half guard.
Oketch trying to control the action but Putski is working from the bottom.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Oketch seems to be working for a kimura but Putski defends the submission attempt.
Oketch moves nicely into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Oketch (8) vs (0) Putski
Oketch looking to control but instead Putski has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Oketch wants to free his trapped foot but Putski is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Putski is trying to get back to full guard.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Oketch seems to be working for a kimura but Putski defends the submission attempt.
Putski tries to get to full guard but Oketch has control of the leg.
Putski is still trying to improve position.
Oketch controlling the action here.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Putski is looking to control Oketch's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Putski avoid being mounted?

Putski is defending against the submission attempts here by Oketch.
Putski desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Putski tries to get to full guard but Oketch has control of the leg.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Oketch stalling.
Oketch is trying to control the action in half guard but Putski is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Oketch prevents Putski from improving his position.
The fighters are battling for position here. Putski manages to regain full guard. Nice work.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Putski looking to hit a scissor sweep but Oketch is one step ahead there.
Oketch trying to control but Putski is working from the bottom.
Putski looking to hit a scissor sweep but Oketch is one step ahead there.
Putski trying to control the position.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Putski keeping full guard, as Oketch tries to pass.
Putski looking to hit a scissor sweep but Oketch is one step ahead there.
Oketch passes Putski's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Putski has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Oketch is working away from the top position though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Oketch not doing much here.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Oketch wants to free his trapped foot but Putski is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Putski moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Putski manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Oketch manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Oketch (8) vs (2) Putski
Oketch pulls Putski in close to prevent any damage.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Oketch is trying to control the position from the bottom.

Oketch looking for subs off his back but Putski has passed one foot through into half guard.

Oketch looking for submissions off his back.
Oketch is not content to let Putski control the position.

That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Oketch is trying to control but Putski manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Oketch (8) vs (5) Putski
Putski avoids the attempt from Oketch to control.

Putski goes for an armbar but Oketch turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Oketch.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Oketch (10) vs (5) Putski
Oketch trying to control the position from guard on top but Putski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.

Oketch drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Putski manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Oketch has Putski in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Oketch (10) vs (7) Putski
Oketch manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Putski manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Oketch (12) vs (7) Putski
Oketch wants to pass the guard but Putski is keeping the position.

Oketch got a little sloppy there for a moment and Putski has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Oketch has managed to get both his arms back between Putski's legs - danger averted.
Oketch has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Putski seems keen to control Oketch's posture.
Oketch trying to control the position from guard on top but Putski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Putski is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Oketch tries to free his leg and advance position but Putski is retaining full guard.
Putski tries to land a sweep but no joy.

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Oketch is fighting to break Putski's control of his arms but Putski is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Oketch is looking to advance position but Putski has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Oketch (12) vs (11) Putski
Oketch is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Oketch is looking to improve his position but Putski isn't that keen on the idea.
Oketch tries to improve his position but instead Putski has taken his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Oketch (12) vs (14) Putski

Putski is persistently looking for the submission but Oketch is defending it well.

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.

Oketch is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Putski gets his way!
Oketch prevents Putski from getting a body triangle.
My spies in The Good the Bad and The Ugly inform me that Putski has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Oketch is really stuck here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!

And that's the end of the fight!
Putski wins on points by 14 to 12.
During a confident post fight interview, Ivan Putski thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: TWGC 12 (145lbs, D1): Montreal Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Jul 14, 2016

Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Vincent Oketch and Dado Mata. The crowd seem to be enjoying Mata's choice of entrance music: 和楽器バンド / 千本桜. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!

170 cm
27 yrs
134 lbs

172 cm
27 yrs
145 lbs

Oketch

Mata

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Vincent Oketch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 6 losses; Dado Mata!
The judges for this bout are Alec Ball, William Peck and Yves DeLean.

The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.

Oketch takes the fight into the clinch.
Oketch goes for a takedown in the clinch but Mata prevents it.
Oketch has Mata pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Mata manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.

Oketch has hold of one of Mata's legs. Mata is fighting the takedown attempt but Oketch gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Oketch (2) vs (0) Mata
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Mata is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Oketch (2) vs (2) Mata
Mata is looking to pass into half guard but Oketch pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Oketch is in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Oketch (4) vs (2) Mata

Mata has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Oketch can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

Mata has an active guard here but Oketch has managed to pass into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mata tries to get to full guard but Oketch has control of the leg.
Oketch slows the pace down in half guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Oketch wants to control but Mata is keeping him busy.
Mata 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.
Mata is looking to improve his position.
Mata gets full guard.
Mata controls Oketch momentarily but Oketch frees himself.
Mata wants to sweep but no luck.
Oketch looking to pass the guard.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Mata isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Oketch stacks Mata 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 Oketch!
Score +3 for passing guard: Oketch (7) vs (2) Mata
Mata is trying to get back to half guard.
Oketch gets to mount! Mata was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Score +2 for reaching mount: Oketch (9) vs (2) Mata
Mata is trying to escape the mount.
Mata reaches up to try and control the position but Oketch seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Mata rolls and tries to escape and now Oketch has his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Oketch (12) vs (2) Mata
Oketch is trying to stick to Mata's back but Mata is turning into Oketch. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Oketch's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Mata.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Oketch (12) vs (4) Mata

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Oketch looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Mata puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Mata content to control rather than advance.
Oketch wants to get back to full guard.
Oketch wants to control but Mata is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Mata wants to pass to mount but Oketch is defending the position.
Mata is trying to control. Oketch wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Oketch is looking to improve his position.
Mata is pressing down on Oketch's thigh, looking to free his foot. Oketch is holding on for now.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Mata is working for a kimura but Oketch is defending it quite comfortably.

Oketch is defending against the submission attempts here by Mata.
Mata tries to pass the half guard into mount. Oketch knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

Mata is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Oketch sees it coming and defends easily.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Mata trying to control the action but Oketch is working from the bottom.
Mata works his foot free and advances to mount.
Score +3 for passing guard: Oketch (12) vs (7) Mata
Oketch working to try and regain half guard.
Mata wants to take Oketch's back but he can't do it this time.
Oketch regains half guard.
Mata is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Oketch gets full guard.
Oketch wants to improve his position but instead Mata has moved into half guard.
Oketch gets back to full guard.
Mata trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.

Mata drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Oketch manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Mata has Oketch in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Oketch (14) vs (7) Mata
Mata is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Oketch (14) vs (9) Mata

That's seven minutes gone in the round.

Mata seems to be working for a kimura but Oketch defends the submission attempt.

Mata is working for an americana but Oketch has been sneaky and has managed to get back to half guard, whilst Mata was thinking about the submission.
Mata trying to control but Oketch is working from the bottom.
Oketch looking to sweep here. No luck so far.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Oketch lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Oketch (16) vs (9) Mata
Oketch has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.

Mata looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Oketch stays in close to Mata's body and controls the position.

Mata has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Oketch 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 Mata.
Score +3 for passing guard: Oketch (19) vs (9) Mata
Oketch tries to move to mount but Mata blocks the move with his legs.
Oketch wants to lay and pray for a moment but Mata keeps working.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Oketch working away.
Oketch is looking to take a break and control but Mata is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Mata is trying to work for a sweep but Oketch has mounted him!
Score +2 for reaching mount: Oketch (21) vs (9) Mata
Mata sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Mata is looking for a sweep. Oketch is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Mata works his way to full guard. Good work.
Mata has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Mata controls Oketch momentarily but Oketch frees himself.

That's ten minutes gone in the round.

Mata has an active guard here but Oketch has managed to pass into half guard.
Mata tries to roll over but Oketch keeps him under control.
Mata keeps trying to improve his position.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Oketch slows the pace down in half guard.
Mata is not content to let Oketch control the position.
Oketch tries to pass the half guard into mount. Mata knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Mata gets back to full guard.
Mata wants to sweep but no luck.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Oketch 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.

Mata throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Oketch slips nicely into half guard.
Oketch uses his free foot to push down on Mata's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Mata.
Score +3 for passing guard: Oketch (24) vs (9) Mata
Mata reaches up to try and control the position but Oketch seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Mata rolls and tries to escape and now Oketch has his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Oketch (27) vs (9) Mata
Oketch slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Mata wants to escape the position.

Oketch is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Mata defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Oketch wants to control but Mata is keeping busy.
Mata tries to break free.
Mata wants to control his opponent's hands but Oketch gets his hands free.
I really don't envy Mata right now.

Oketch is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Mata is defending well though. Oketch let's go of the attempt for now.
Mata wants to escape the position.

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Mata is still trying to improve position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!

Oketch is working on the RNC. He looks like he's got it but Mata won't tap... Oh, he's out! The ref rips Oketch off his unconscious opponent!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 14:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Vincent Oketch!
A relieved looking Vincent Oketch 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: CEC 453
Date: Jun 24, 2016

#R1#
Doubdtfire misses with a hook. Oketch ducked under it nicely.
Doubdtfire thows a leg kick but Oketch checks it #TD2#
and Oketch counters with a takedown into side control.
Doubdtfire defending against the ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Doubdtfire can't do much from the bottom here.
Oketch is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Doubdtfire will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Doubdtfire is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Doubdtfire is working hard here to advance position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Oketch working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T1#
Oketch 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 Doubdtfire's shoulder. That is not cool.
Doubdtfire is trying to get back to half guard.
Oketch working away.
Doubdtfire is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Oketch is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
It looks like Oketch might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Doubdtfire keeping his opponent close.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Oketch content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Doubdtfire is looking for a sweep.
You can see the frustration on Doubdtfire's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
That kick from Doubdtfire tenderised Oketch's leg. Oketch is trying to keep his angry face on.
Oketch lands a lovely overhand right.
Oketch defending well as Doubdtfire loads up on a big left hand.
Doubdtfire throws a big shot that misses.#T3#
Doubdtfire changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Doubdtfire misses with an attempted mid kick.
Doubdtfire swings for the body but Oketch moves out of range.
Doubdtfire connects with a nice looking jab.
Oketch moves out of range of the leg kick from Doubdtfire.
Oketch feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Doubdtfire's calf.
Doubdtfire pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Oketch looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Oketch misses with an attempted mid kick.
A little feinted left hand from Doubdtfire on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Doubdtfire throws a low kick but Oketch avoids it.
Oketch thuds his right hand into Doubdtfire's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Oketch on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Oketch misses with a straight left.
Oketch misses with an uppercut. Doubdtfire saw that one coming.
Oketch throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena. #T4##TD2#
Oketch drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Doubdtfire is trying to control Oketch's posture but Oketch avoids it.
Oketch trying to control the position but Doubdtfire is working away.
Doubdtfire tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Doubdtfire prevents Oketch from moving into mount.
Oketch working away.
Doubdtfire gets back to half guard.
Doubdtfire is trying is best to control the position here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vincent Oketch 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#
Doubdtfire ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Oketch has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Doubdtfire checks a leg kick.
Oketch connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Doubdtfire's hands.
A slapping leg kick lands for Doubdtfire.
Oketch misses with a body kick.
Oketch will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Doubdtfire half committed to a counter leg kick.
Doubdtfire slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
A slapping body kick lands there for Doubdtfire.
Oketch moves in looking to clinch but Doubdtfire pushes him off.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Doubdtfire misses with a shot to the body
and Oketch counters with a stiff right hand.
Doubdtfire misses with a head kick.
Oketch thinks about the counter body kick.
Doubdtfire ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Oketch keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Oketch bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Doubdtfire's head.
Doubdtfire lands a right hook to the body. #T1##TD2#
Oketch closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Oketch lands in his opponent's guard.
Doubdtfire manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Oketch manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Doubdtfire has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Doubdtfire passes Oketch's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Oketch is defending against the submission attempts here by Doubdtfire.
Oketch works his way to full guard. Good work.
Doubdtfire wants to control from the top but Oketch keeps moving. #T2##SUB2#
Oketch had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Doubdtfire defends it easily.
Doubdtfire trying to control but Oketch is working from the bottom.
Doubdtfire not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Doubdtfire wants to control from the top but Oketch keeps moving. #T3##SUB2#
Oketch is looking for a triangle but Doubdtfire pushes his legs off easily.
Doubdtfire trying to control but Oketch is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Oketch looking for a guillotine here but Doubdtfire defends easily.
Doubdtfire stays in close to Oketch's body and controls the position.
Oketch keeping full guard, as Doubdtfire tries to pass. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Doubdtfire thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Oketch tries a head kick but it misses.
Nice body kick there by Doubdtfire.
Oketch has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Oketch dives in for a single leg takedown but Doubdtfire sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Doubdtfire thows a body kick. Oketch tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Doubdtfire misses with a low kick.
Doubdtfire has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Oketch.
Doubdtfire with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Doubdtfire feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Oketch's calf.#TD2#
Oketch drives through with a takedown into Doubdtfire's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Doubdtfire is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Euphegen Doubdtfire will probably get the nod.
That's time! Doubdtfire's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Doubdtfire misses with a lunging right hand
and Oketch counters with a right hand to the body.
Oketch cracks Doubdtfire with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Doubdtfire with a hook.
Doubdtfire throws a jab but it's blocked by Oketch.
A jab lands there for Oketch.
Oketch turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Oketch misses with a wild body shot.
Doubdtfire misses with an uppercut.
Doubdtfire misses with a low kick.
Euphegen Doubdtfire seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Oketch moves out of range of the body kick from Doubdtfire.
Doubdtfire pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Doubdtfire throws a jab when Oketch was well out of range.
Doubdtfire throws a hook but Oketch avoids it easily.
Doubdtfire takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Oketch steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Doubdtfire.
Oketch steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Doubdtfire.#T1#
A clash of legs there as Oketch blocks the low kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Doubdtfire.
Doubdtfire throws a leg kick but Oketch moved away.
Oketch throws a half hearted mid kick.
Doubdtfire lands with a hook. Oketch tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Oketch throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Oketch scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Oketch scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Oketch pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Oketch cracks Doubdtfire with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Oketch shoots in but no luck this time.
Doubdtfire scores with a kick to the body.
Oketch throws a hook but Doubdtfire blocks it.
A big left from Oketch misses.
Doubdtfire feints and then cracks Oketch's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Oketch down.
Euphegen Doubdtfire is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Doubdtfire connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Oketch throws a head kick that misses
and Doubdtfire counters with a stiff right hand.
Doubdtfire keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Some bone on bone action there as Oketch checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Oketch drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Doubdtfire defends it well.
Doubdtfire lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Nice body kick there by Doubdtfire.
Oketch scores with a crisp jab that stopped Doubdtfire in his tracks.
Doubdtfire connects with a body shot that sends Oketch's belly button to the back.
Oketch throws a sloppy head kick and Doubdtfire moves out of range easily.
Doubdtfire is looking to score with low kicks.
Doubdtfire thuds his shin into the meat of Oketch's side.
A swing and a miss from Doubdtfire.
Oketch drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Doubdtfire defends it well.
Doubdtfire just misses with a punch to the body.
Oketch uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Doubdtfire.
Oketch takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing? #T3#
Doubdtfire throws a leg kick that misses.
Doubdtfire swings for the body but Oketch moves out of range.
Oketch thows a leg kick but Doubdtfire checks it
and Doubdtfire counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Doubdtfire connects with a looping right hand.
Oketch moves out of range of the strikes.
Oketch throws a sloppy head kick and Doubdtfire moves out of range easily.
Doubdtfire swats away the attempt to clinch by Oketch.
Oketch wants to slow Doubdtfire down by chopping away at his legs.
Doubdtfire blocks a head kick by Oketch.
Oketch does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Oketch swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Oketch throws a front kick aimed at Doubdtfire's knee but Doubdtfire avoids it well.
Oketch avoids the body shot from Doubdtfire.
A little jabbing left from Oketch on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T4#
Jab, jab by Oketch - just one landing.
Oketch throws a head kick that misses.
Doubdtfire throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Oketch swings widly with a right hand
and Doubdtfire counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Doubdtfire misses with an uppercut.
Oketch avoids a kick to the body.
Doubdtfire misses with a body kick.
Doubdtfire throws a head kick but Oketch moves out of range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A low kick from Doubdtfire is predictable there
and Oketch counters with an outside leg kick.
Oketch pivots, looking for a leg kick but Doubdtfire is out of range and Oketch settles back down.
Oketch moves out of range of the body kick from Doubdtfire.
Oketch misses with a straight left.
Doubdtfire feinted with a counter takedown.
Oketch takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Oketch digs a good body shot into Doubdtfire's ribs.
Doubdtfire feints and then cracks Oketch's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Oketch down.

And that's the end of the fight!
Euphegen Doubdtfire showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Doubdtfire 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:29

The fight is ruled a draw!

Event: CEC 449
Date: Jun 03, 2016

#R1#
Torres takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Oketch loads up on a big right hand but Torres slips the punch.
Sloppy strikes from Torres. Those never looked like landing.
Torres attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Oketch looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Oketch throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Torres attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Torres misses with a body shot.
A thudding body kick lands there by Torres!
Torres misses with a low kick.
Oketch shoots in for a takedown but Torres shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Oketch tries a head kick but it misses.
Oketch motions for Torres to come forward. Oketch throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Torres changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
We've been hearing reports that Oketch has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Torres throws a right hand that misses #TD#
and Oketch 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#
Oketch is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Oketch thows a huge punch but Torres dodges it nicely.
The referee calls for the fighters to work. #T1#
Torres is looking for a sweep. Oketch is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Oketch thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Torres's head. #SUB2#
Torres is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Oketch pulls his head out easily.
Oketch is trying to control. Torres wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Torres trying to get back to full guard but Oketch takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!#SUB#
Oketch working from mount. He moves in close and looks like he might be going for an arm triangle... He's hopped off to the side and he's transitioned into an Anaconda choke. Torres turning a nasty shade of purple. He's refusing to tap but he's gone! He's out! The ref rips Oketch off and cradles Torres's limp body as Oketch celebrates with his corner.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Anaconda Choke). Vincent Oketch!
A very excited looking Vincent Oketch made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: CEC 443
Date: May 04, 2016

#R1#
Oketch uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mazcsakhs.
We've been hearing reports that Oketch has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Oketch chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Mazcsakhs can pounce on him.
Oketch lands a nice hook to Mazcsakhs's body. Mazcsakhs takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Oketch scores with a sloppy right hand. Mazcsakhs should have avoided that one.
A leg kick checked by Mazcsakhs.
Mazcsakhs misses with a low kick.
Oketch slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Oketch will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Mazcsakhs blocks the body kick.
Mazcsakhs buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Oketch swings widly with a right hand
and Mazcsakhs counters with a low kick, right behind Oketch 's knee.
Mazcsakhs throws out a loose jab but Oketch uses good head movement to avoid it.
Oketch connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Mazcsakhs looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#TD#
Oketch decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mazcsakhs regains full guard. Nicely done.
Oketch 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. #T1#
Oketch trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Mazcsakhs wants to sweep but no luck.
Oketch trying to control the position from guard on top but Mazcsakhs is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mazcsakhs wants to stand and escape but Oketch is having none of it.
Oketch trying to control the position from guard on top but Mazcsakhs is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Oketch throwing strikes from guard but Mazcsakhs blocks nicely.
Oketch throwing strikes from guard but Mazcsakhs blocks nicely.
Oketch prevents Mazcsakhs from getting back to his feet. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Oketch checks a low kick from Mazcsakhs.#CL#
Oketch drives through and clinches with Mazcsakhs against the cage.
Oketch lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A battle for position here, against the cage.#TD#
Oketch pulls guard. #SUB#
Oketch looking for subs off his back but Mazcsakhs has passed one foot through into half guard. #SUB#
Oketch with the active half guard here but Mazcsakhs passes nicely into side control.#T3#
Oketch is trying to get back to half guard.
Mazcsakhs takes a little break here. Oketch wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Oketch is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Mazcsakhs tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily. #SU2#
Mazcsakhs decides to stand back up.
Mazcsakhs jabs Oketch to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Mazcsakhs throws a leg kick that misses.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Oketch chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Mazcsakhs can pounce on him.
A bone on bone clash there as Mazcsakhs blocks the leg kick.
Mazcsakhs just misses with a punch to the body.
Mazcsakhs looks to land a body kick but Oketch moved away.
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 Vincent Oketch will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Mazcsakhs just misses with a punch to the body.
Mazcsakhs misses with a hook.
A swing and a miss from Oketch.
Mazcsakhs tries to work over Oketch's front leg with a kick but Oketch checks it.
Oketch misses with a takedown attempt - Mazcsakhs sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Mazcsakhs scores with a hook.
Mazcsakhs clobbers Oketch with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Oketch.
Oketch does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oketch tries a head kick but it misses.
Oketch with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Mazcsakhs to score with a decent uppercut.
Mazcsakhs scores with a jab to the jaw.
Oketch is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Oketch thuds his right hand into Mazcsakhs's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
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!
Oketch ducks under a wild hook from Mazcsakhs.
Oketch drops down looking for a counter takedown but Mazcsakhs sprawls and moves away.#T1#
Oketch fails to land the takedown.
It seemed like Mazcsakhs was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Mazcsakhs has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Oketch.
Mazcsakhs with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Oketch misses with a takedown
enabling Mazcsakhs to counter with a crisp jab.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vincent Oketch. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Mazcsakhs steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Oketch.
Oketch avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Mazcsakhs connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Oketch's hands.
Oketch tries to close the distance and clinch up but Mazcsakhs swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Kzszcziski Mazcsakhs seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Oketch feints and then cracks Mazcsakhs's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Mazcsakhs down.
Mazcsakhs steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Oketch.
Mazcsakhs ducks under a wild hook from Oketch.
A good leg kick by Mazcsakhs. #T2#
Mazcsakhs blocks a head kick by Oketch.
Mazcsakhs avoids the body shot from Oketch.
Mazcsakhs's corner calls for a 1-2. Mazcsakhs obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Oketch uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mazcsakhs.
Mazcsakhs misses with a low kick as Oketch jumps back.
Mazcsakhs turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Oketch lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Oketch looks to score with a jab to the body but Mazcsakhs is just out of range.
And Mazcsakhs responds with a good body kick, but Oketch manages to step out the way in time.
Mazcsakhs takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Oketch chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Oketch misses with a body shot.
Oketch throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Good leg kick by Mazcsakhs there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud. #TD#
Oketch closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Mazcsakhs did well to prevent Oketch getting side control.
Oketch lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Mazcsakhs looks like he's trying to stand up. #T3#
Oketch seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Mazcsakhs does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB#
Oketch is trying to work for a kimura but Mazcsakhs is defending well.
Mazcsakhs is looking to control Oketch's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Mazcsakhs avoid being mounted?
Oketch drops an elbow to the side of Mazcsakhs's head.
Mazcsakhs gets back to full guard. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Mazcsakhs preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Oketch trying to control the position from guard on top but Mazcsakhs is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mazcsakhs pulls Oketch in close to prevent any damage.
Mazcsakhs has momentary wrist control but Oketch slips an elbow through the middle.
Oketch scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Oketch working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Mazcsakhs wants to stand but Oketch is controlling the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Mazcsakhs pulls Oketch in close to prevent any damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Kzszcziski Mazcsakhs will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Mazcsakhs keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mazcsakhs on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Nice takedown defense from Mazcsakhs. No joy for Oketch on that attempt.
Oketch keeps Mazcsakhs at a distance using the push kick. #CL#
Oketch rushes Mazcsakhs and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#BC2#
Mazcsakhs breaks the clinch.
Oketch thows a left - swing and a miss!
Oketch has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Mazcsakhs.
Oketch keeps Mazcsakhs at a distance using the push kick.
Mazcsakhs misses with a combination
and Oketch counters with a body kick that stops Mazcsakhs in his tracks momentarily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mazcsakhs throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Mazcsakhs swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Oketch is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Mazcsakhs.
Mazcsakhs throws a leg kick but Oketch sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Oketch tries to counter by clinching up but Mazcsakhs breaks away and moves out of range.#CL#
Oketch closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.#T1##BC2#
Mazcsakhs breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Oketch.
Oketch misses with a body kick.
Mazcsakhs misses with a hook. Oketch ducked under it nicely.
A telegraphed right hand from Mazcsakhs misses the target.
Oketch getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Mazcsakhs looks to score with a jab to the body but Oketch is just out of range.
Oketch uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mazcsakhs.
A solid leg kick lands there for Oketch.
Oketch misses with a head kick.
Oketch throws a lazy uppercut
and Mazcsakhs connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Mazcsakhs checks a low kick from Oketch.
Mazcsakhs finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Some bone on bone action there as Mazcsakhs checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Mazcsakhs moves out of range as Oketch strikes.#T2#
Oketch lands a jab-cross combination.
Oketch connects with an inside leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Oketch has his takedown stuffed
and Mazcsakhs counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kzszcziski Mazcsakhs is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Oketch wants to clinch.
A big left from Mazcsakhs misses.
Oketch moves out of range of the strikes.
Mazcsakhs throws a leg kick
and Oketch counters with a stiff right hand.
Oketch tries to clinch but Mazcsakhs is having none of it.
Mazcsakhs is looking for the big counter here.
Oketch avoids the body shot from Mazcsakhs.
Mazcsakhs connects with a body shot.
Mazcsakhs is looking to slow Oketch down with leg kicks.
Oketch scores with a decent looking hook.#T3#
Oketch throws a poor cross that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Mazcsakhs misses with an uppercut.
Mazcsakhs showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Oketch.
Oketch avoids the body shot from Mazcsakhs.
Mazcsakhs scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Oketch uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Mazcsakhs.
Jab, jab by Mazcsakhs - just one landing.
Oketch is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Oketch tries to work over Mazcsakhs's front leg with a kick but Mazcsakhs checks it.
Oketch throws a lazy right hand but Mazcsakhs sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Jab from Oketch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Mazcsakhs. Oketch does a little dance to reset his feet.
Mazcsakhs throws a jab but it's blocked by Oketch.
Mazcsakhs takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Oketch loads up on a big right hand but Mazcsakhs slips the punch.#T4#
Mazcsakhs loads up on a big right hand but Oketch slips the punch.
Mazcsakhs keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vincent Oketch. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Mazcsakhs takes a swing at Oketch's ribcage but misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The fighters circling - Mazcsakhs throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Mazcsakhs tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Oketch tries to clinch there but Mazcsakhs circles away.
Mazcsakhs throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Oketch counters with an inside leg kick.
Mazcsakhs avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Mazcsakhs connects with an inside leg kick.#CL#
Oketch instigates a clinch.
A right hook to the body lands for Oketch.
A head punch on the inside from Oketch fails to land.
Mazcsakhs lands a body shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Vincent Oketch.
I think Oketch 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 James Ackerman scores the fight 30:27
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 30:28
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 29:30

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

Event: LEGACY! 63
Date: Apr 08, 2016

#R1#
Some wild striking there from Obama.
Obama moves forwards but Oketch connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Obama misses with a jab, cross combination.
Oketch lands a body shot.
A jab from Oketch does it's job there.
Oketch goes for a double leg but Obama avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Obama continues to drive forward.#TD#
Obama drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.#SUB#
Obama working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#SUB#
Obama is trying to get an arm triangle but Oketch is defending well. #T1#
Oketch is looking for a sweep.
Oketch is still trying to improve position.#SUB#
Obama working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Obama working away.#SUB#
Obama goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Oketch has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Obama but great work by Oketch.
Oketch wants to control but Obama is keeping him busy.
I've been told that Oketch has been drilling his wrestling of late, which has already helped him take this fight to the mat. Let's see how much of an impact it has on the outcome of the ground game.#T2#
Obama tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Oketch presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
Obama is squirming around, avoiding Oketch's attempts to control the action.
Oketch is landing with some decent strikes but Obama is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Oketch putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Obama is desperately trying to improve his position but Oketch has a good base and remains in mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Obama is bucking up trying to escape but Oketch cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Oketch can't control as he wanted to and Obama manages to get the fight back to his half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Oketch trying to mount his opponent but Obama defends it. #T3#
Obama is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Oketch scores with a couple of nice shots.
Obama is looking to improve his position.
Oketch winds up and cracks Obama with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Oketch is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Obama is looking for a sweep. Oketch is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Oketch is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Obama reverses the position - he's now on top in Oketch's guard.
Oketch keeping full guard, as Obama tries to pass. #T4#
Oketch tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Obama pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Oketch is keeping the position for now.
Obama trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Oketch manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB##SUB#
Obama escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Oketch gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vincent Oketch dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2##TD2#
Oketch looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Oketch has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Obama preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Oketch trying to control the position from guard on top but Obama is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Oketch working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Obama's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Obama looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Oketch wants to control from the top but Obama keeps moving.
Oketch is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#T1#
Oketch advances position into side control!
Oketch taking a breather here.
Oketch connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Obama some visible discomfort.
Oketch lands a few punches from side control.#SUB2#
Oketch is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Obama is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB2#
Oketch thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T2#
Oketch lands an elbow.
Oketch landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Obama is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Oketch's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Vincent Oketch has got the better of the ground game so far.
Obama wants to get back to full guard but Oketch has passed into side control.#SUB2#
Oketch working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Obama tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Oketch wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T3#
Oketch scores with a couple of short elbows.#SUB2#
Oketch is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Obama knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Obama is looking to regain half guard here but Oketch keeps moving and retains side control.
Oketch wants to control but Obama is keeping him busy.
Obama sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Obama is pressing down on Oketch's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB#
Oketch avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB#
Obama is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Oketch is aware though and is defending well.#T4#
Obama can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Oketch controls the pace.
Oketch's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Oketch stands up over Obama, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Oketch trying to control the position from guard on top but Obama is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Oketch pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Obama is keeping the position for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Oketch wants to control from the top but Obama keeps moving. #SUB#
Oketch avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vincent Oketch showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Obama stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Oketch.
Oketch moves into range and connects with a jab. #CL#
Oketch tries to keep at a distance but Obama has taken the fight into the clinch.#TD#
Obama pulls guard successfully.
Oketch tries to free his leg and advance position but Obama is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Oketch drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Obama manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Oketch has Obama in his guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Oketch looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Obama works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T1#
Oketch is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Obama's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Obama's back!#SUB2#
Oketch has managed to slip his arm under Obama's chin. This could be all over... yep, Obama is tapping out! Submission win for Oketch.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:32 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Vincent Oketch!
A relieved looking Vincent Oketch thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

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