Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: Peak - 5
Date: Apr 13, 2019

#R1#
Nazarov misses with a lunging right hand #TD#
and Graves counters with a single leg into guard. Nazarov didn't expect that.
Nazarov is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Graves looking to pass the guard.
Nazarov is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Graves is controlling him.
Graves wants to control from the top but Nazarov keeps moving. #SUB#
Graves thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nazarov wants to stand up but Graves is controlling him. #SUB#
Graves drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Graves jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Nazarov is looking to stand up but Graves isn't so interested in that idea.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#T1##REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Graves fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Nazarov avoids it really well and circles away.
Nazarov misses with a wild body shot.
Graves looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Nazarov misses with a right hand
and Graves counters with a straight right hand.
Graves shoots in for a takedown but Nazarov shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Graves has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Nazarov finds it's way round the side to connect with Graves's head.
Graves fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Alex Graves. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Graves shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Nazarov defends it nicely.#T2#
Nice takedown defense from Nazarov. No joy for Graves on that attempt.
It seemed like Nazarov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Nazarov scores with a jab.
Graves defending well as Nazarov loads up on a big left hand.
Alex Graves seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Graves tries to score a power double leg takedown but Nazarov sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Graves somewhat.
Graves shoots and misses
and Nazarov counters with a stiff right hand.
A big right from Nazarov misses. #CL#
Graves clinches up against the cage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#BC2#
Nazarov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Jab by Nazarov.
Nazarov stuns Graves with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Graves tries for a takedown but Nazarov circles away easily
enabling Nazarov to counter with a crisp jab. #T3#
Nazarov circles away from the clinch attempt.
Graves has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Graves there as he acknowledges the shot.
Graves bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nazarov scores with a decent looking hook.
Graves closes the distance and clinches up with Nazarov, looking for a takedown. Graves pushes Nazarov against the cage but Nazarov circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Nazarov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Nice sprawl there from Nazarov as Graves shoots in.
Nice takedown defense from Nazarov. No joy for Graves on that attempt.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Nazarov! But no joy.
Graves is breathing heavily.
Nice cross by Nazarov.
Nice jab there from Nazarov. #ROC2#
Graves is rocked!
Nazarov lands a big uppercut and this one is all over! His foe lies motionless on the canvas - a massive one punch knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Vadim Nazarov!
Vadim Nazarov is the new middleweight champion!
After winning the bout, Vadim Nazarov thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
Alex Graves spoke after the fight, saying 'This isn't over. That was luck and we will be back to breaking arms and spirits very soon!'.

Event: Peak - Round one
Date: Mar 16, 2019

#R1#
Graves has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Dock.
Graves will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Graves avoids the head kick by Dock.
Dock throws a head kick that Graves semi-blocks. #CL2#
Dock has taken the fight to the clinch.
Graves tries to work over Dock's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Dock throws a knee to the head but misses.
Dock with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Dock putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Graves in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.#TD#
Graves gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB2#
Dock working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Graves doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Graves manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Dock working for a triangle but Graves defends it easily.
Graves wants to control from the top but Dock keeps moving.
Graves passes into half guard. #SUB2#
Dock looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T1#
Graves wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dock keeps working. #SUB2#
Dock actively working from the bottom here.
Graves tries to pass to full mount but Dock defends it. #SUB2#
Dock actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Graves is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB#
Graves is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Dock doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Graves. #SUB#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Graves seems to be working for a kimura but Dock defends the submission attempt.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB2#
Dock actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Dock actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Dock actively working from the bottom here.
Graves trying to control the action but Dock is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Dock looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Dock 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.
Dock is not content to let Graves control the position.#SUB#
Graves is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Dock sees it coming and defends easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Graves is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Graves is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Dock defends it well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3##SUB2#
Dock actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Graves is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Dock is looking to improve his position. #SUB#
Graves is trying to work for a kimura but Dock is defending well. #SUB2#
Dock looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Dock is staying active underneath Graves, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB2#
Dock looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Graves trying to control from half guard but Dock is working away. #SUB#
Graves is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB2#
Dock actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Graves is working for a kimura but Dock is defending it quite comfortably.
Dock is looking to improve his position. #SUB#
Graves seems to be working for a kimura but Dock defends the submission attempt.
Dock is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dock is looking to improve his position. #SUB#
Graves seems to be looking for submissions.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Bob Dock will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Dock scores with a push kick.
Dock gets off balance looking for a body kick#TD#
and Graves counters with a single leg into guard. Dock didn't expect that. #SUB2#
Dock had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Graves defends it easily.
Graves slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Graves trying to control the position but Dock is working away.
Dock is looking to regain half guard here but Graves keeps moving and retains side control.
Graves wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dock keeps working.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dock is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB#
Graves is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Dock is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T1##SUB#
Graves is trying to get an arm triangle but Dock is defending well.
Dock sneaks back into half guard.#SUB#
Graves is working for a kimura but Dock is defending it quite comfortably.
Graves wants to pass to mount but Dock is defending the position. #SUB2#
Dock looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Dock is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Dock looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Graves is pressing down on Dock's thigh, looking to free his foot. Dock is holding on for now. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB2#
Dock looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Dock is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Graves pulls his head out easily.
Graves with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Alex Graves overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Graves is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB#
Graves is trying to work for a kimura but Dock is defending well. #SUB#
Graves is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Dock has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Graves is looking for a kimura but Dock is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Graves to get the leverage. #T3##SUB#
Graves is looking for a kimura but Dock is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Graves to get the leverage.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#SUB2#
Dock is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Graves pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Dock is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Graves pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Graves is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Dock gets back to full guard. #SUB2#
Dock looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB2#
Dock working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Graves doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Graves manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Graves sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Dock's guard. #SUB#
Graves is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Dock is just riding it out for now. Graves eventually gives up the hold.
Dock makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Dock.#T4#
Graves stopping the sweep attempt from Dock.#SUB2#
Dock is looking for a triangle but Graves pushes his legs off easily. #SUB2#
Dock has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Graves can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Graves trying to control the position from guard on top but Dock is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Graves wants to pass the guard but Dock is keeping the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Graves got a little sloppy there for a moment and Dock has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Graves has managed to get both his arms back between Dock's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Dock has his foot on Graves's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Graves works his way back into a safe position though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alex Graves dominated that second round.
That's time! Graves'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##TD#
Graves fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Dock sprawls well initially but Graves persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #SUB2#
Dock is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Graves pulls his head out easily.
Dock is looking to improve his position. #SUB#
Graves is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Dock has managed to free his arm - good work.
Dock wants to improve his position but Graves is controlling well. #SUB2#
Dock actively working from the bottom here.
Graves keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dock is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Dock takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#SUB#
Graves is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Graves trying to control the action but Dock is working from the bottom. #T1#
Graves is really struggling to control Dock but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Graves seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Dock regains full guard. Nicely done.
Graves trying to control but Dock is working from the bottom.
Dock being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB2#
Dock working for a triangle but Graves defends it easily.
Graves looking to pass the guard. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB2#
Graves avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB2#
Dock had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Graves defends it easily.#SUB2#
Dock is looking for a triangle but Graves pushes his legs off easily.
Dock keeping moving, preventing Graves from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Dock has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Graves can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Graves pushes down on Dock's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Graves trying to control from half guard but Dock is working away.
Graves passes to side control. #T3##SUB#
Graves is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Dock knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Graves is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Dock has escaped the position, nice work there.
Dock is not content to let Graves control the position.
Graves is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position. #SUB#
Graves tries for a kimura but Dock is defending well.
Dock gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Dock is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Graves pulls his head out easily. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Dock is refusing to be controlled, as Graves sits in half guard.
Graves is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Dock tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Graves trying to control but Dock is having none of it.
Dock is trying to escape the mount.
Graves controlling his opponent.
Dock regains half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Graves is working for a submission of some sort.
Dock is trying to get back to full guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Alex Graves showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Graves 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 Albert Achterberg scores the fight 29:28
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 29:28
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alex Graves!
Our winner, Alex Graves, 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: Ajax Hellmuth vs Puno
Date: Feb 16, 2019

#R1#
Graves tries to clinch up.
Parker is looking for a counter combo.
Graves misses with a takedown
and Parker counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Graves thinking.
Graves misses with a takedown attempt
and Parker counters with a straight right hand.
Parker slaps away a takedown attempt from Graves, before circling back to the center of the mat.
A quick step to the side and Parker tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Alex Parker has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alex Graves.
Graves shoots in and drives through. Parker sprawls well.
Parker throws a big counter combination but Graves scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Parker scores with a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Graves shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Parker pinned against the cage. Parker gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Parker throws a counter high kick but Graves was just alert enough to avoid it.
Parker lands a body shot. #T1#
Graves tries to close the distance and clinch up but Parker swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Parker looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Graves shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Parker but Parker pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Parker delivers a nice body kick.
Graves fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Graves takes a jab right on the kisser. #T2#
Parker digs a good body shot into Graves's ribs.
Graves darts in trying to clinch
and Parker counters with a big head kick but Graves shrugs it off.
Graves gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Parker cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Graves has his takedown stuffed
and Parker makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Graves shoots in but Parker avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Graves with a poor takedown
and Parker counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Graves looks winded!#T3#
Graves takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Graves goes for a double leg but Parker avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Parker continues to drive forward.
Graves shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Parker as he jumps to the side.
Parker connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #KD#
Parker lands a big head kick that sends Graves tumbling to the mat! Parker takes a step backwards and waves Graves back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#
Graves is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Alex Graves has been cut.
Graves ducks into an uppercut from Parker and that's knocked him out cold! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Alex Parker!
A very excited looking Alex Parker 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.
Alex Graves spoke after the fight, saying 'This isn't over. That was luck and we will be back to breaking arms and spirits very soon!'.

Event: Ajax Worldwide #4
Date: Jan 26, 2019

#R1#
Simeone fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Graves looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Simeone keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Graves has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Graves there as he acknowledges the shot.#TD#
Simeone gets caught flat footed, as Graves shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Graves wants to control from the top but Simeone keeps moving.
Graves trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Graves being controlled here momentarily.
Simeone is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Graves is controlling him.
Simeone really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Graves. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Graves trying to control but Simeone is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Graves trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Simeone manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB##SUB#
Graves throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Simeone must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Graves looking for a guillotine here but Simeone defends easily. #T1#
Graves manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Simeone manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Simeone keeping moving, preventing Graves from controlling successfully.
Simeone is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Graves is controlling him. #ES2#
Simeone uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Simeone sizes up Graves with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Simeone scores with a leg kick.
Graves tries for a takedown but Simeone sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Simeone is looking to slow Graves down with leg kicks. #T2#
Graves moves to clinch but Simeone breaks away
and Simeone counters with a right hand to the body.
Simeone getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Simeone enables Graves to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Simeone manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
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!
Simeone keeping moving, preventing Graves from controlling successfully.
Simeone wants to stand but Graves is controlling the position.
Simeone wants to sweep but no luck.
Graves slips nicely into half guard.
Simeone is refusing to be controlled, as Graves sits in half guard.
Simeone wants to improve his position but Graves is controlling well. #T3#
Graves is trying to control. Simeone wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Simeone wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Graves seems to be working for a kimura but Simeone defends the submission attempt.
Graves passes to full mount!
Graves avoids the attempt from Simeone to control.#SUB#
Graves moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Simeone has worked his arm free - good work by Simeone! #SUB#
Graves is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Simeone knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Graves tries for a kimura but Simeone is defending well. #T4#
Graves trying to control the action but Simeone is working from the bottom.
Graves is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Simeone is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Simeone is trying to get back to half guard.
A lull in the action here as Graves stalls from top position.
Simeone is not content to let Graves control the position. #SUB#
Graves wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Simeone, who protects the arm well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Gilberto Simeone will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Simeone keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Good shot there by Simeone.
Graves on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Simeone. Simeone obviously looking to wear him down.
Graves tries for a takedown but Simeone sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Simeone scores with a jab to the jaw.
Graves shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Simeone sprawls well. Simeone wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Graves gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Alex Graves. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Graves takes a shot to the body in his stride.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Graves tries for a takedown but Simeone sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Simeone appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Graves with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Simeone to score with a decent uppercut.
Simeone thuds his right hand into Graves's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#T1#
Graves shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Graves tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Simeone manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Graves moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
A solid leg kick lands there for Simeone.
Gilberto Simeone is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Crunch! Simeone slams his shin into Graves's torso.
Simeone is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Simeone stuns Graves with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Simeone lands with a kick to the ribs.
Graves dives in and grabs Simeone's left leg, looking for a takedown. Simeone pushes down on Graves's head and hops out.
Simeone swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Graves.
Graves shoots and misses
and Simeone counters with a thumping low kick.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Simeone jabs Graves to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Simeone feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Graves's calf.
Simeone lands with a cross.
Graves slips a jab and a cross from Simeone. #T2#
Graves walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Simeone scores with a hook to the body. Graves takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Graves tries for a takedown but Simeone circles away easily
and Simeone counters with a right hand to the body.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Simeone, right into the meat.
Graves tries to clinch up but Simeone circles away and keeps his distance.
Simeone connects with an inside leg kick.
Simeone slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Graves dodges the punch combination from Simeone.
Graves on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Decent striking displayed by Simeone there.
Simeone dips to his left and cracks Graves with an uppercut!#ROC2#
Graves is rocked!
Simeone lands a front kick.
Oh Graves is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Simeone steps into range and unloads a brutal right left combo! Graves is out on his feet! Simeone sets himself and nearly takes Graves's head off with a straight right, sending him crashing to the mat! Wow, that was nasty... but awesome! Wooo!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Gilberto Simeone!
Gilberto Simeone 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.
In defeat, Alex Graves stepped up to the mic, saying 'This isn't over. That was luck and we will be back to breaking arms and spirits very soon!'.

Event: Ajax Worldwide #2
Date: Dec 29, 2018

#R1#
ONeill circles away from the clinch attempt.
ONeill cracks Graves with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
ONeill scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Graves fails with the takedown.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from ONeill! But no joy.
ONeill throws a jab when Graves was well out of range.
Graves gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and ONeill connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Graves shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. ONeill defends it nicely.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Alex Graves. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
ONeill throws out a powerful jab.
Graves takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#T1#
Graves tries for a takedown but ONeill sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
ONeill pounces like a tiger and cracks Graves with a vicious hook! Graves is down but not out! ONeill follows up with more strikes forcing the ref to jump in and stop it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:11 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Ed ONeill!
During a confident post fight interview, Ed ONeill thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
The defeated Alex Graves had this to say: 'This isn't over. That was luck and we will be back to breaking arms and spirits very soon!'.

Event: AFC #24
Date: Dec 08, 2018

#R1#
Graves dives in for a single leg takedown but Dincht sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Graves shoots in for a takedown but Dincht shows good takedown defense. #CL#
Dincht rushes Graves and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Dincht goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Graves has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Dincht after a bit of a struggle.
Zell Dincht has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alex Graves.
Dincht makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Graves drops down looking for an ankle pick but Dincht pulls his leg out and moves away.
Dincht scores with a nice right hand. #TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Dincht enables Graves to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Dincht manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Graves wants to control from the top but Dincht keeps moving. #SUB2#
Graves drops back, looking for a kneebar! Dincht looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Dincht looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Dincht! #REVR#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Graves is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#T1#
Graves is looking to improve his position. #SUB2#
Graves looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Graves actively working from the bottom here.
Graves is looking for a sweep. Dincht is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Graves with the active half guard here but Dincht passes nicely into side control.
Graves tries to bench press Dincht off him but Dincht keeps the position. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Graves manages to work his way to half guard, despite Dincht's best efforts.
Graves moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB2#
Graves working for submissions but it's allowed Dincht to get to half guard.
Dincht is controlling the pace.
Graves tries to get to full guard but Dincht has control of the leg. #T3#
Graves gets full guard.#SUB2#
Graves working for submissions but it's allowed Dincht to get to half guard.
Graves is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Dincht jumps into side control!
Graves tries to improve position but can't.
Dincht avoids the strikes from the bottom by Graves.
Dincht tries to advance to mount but can't.
Graves gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Dincht with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Graves is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Dincht's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Dincht's back!#SUB2#
Graves is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Dincht knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Dincht for a finish.
Graves struggling to keep hold of the position. #SUB2#
Graves is working on the RNC. He looks like he's got it but Dincht won't tap... Oh, he's out! The ref rips Graves off his unconscious opponent!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Alex Graves!
An out of breath Alex Graves thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: AFC #19 Prelims
Date: Nov 10, 2018

#R1#
Graves with a lazy takedown attempt
and Tellegio counters with a straight right hand.#TD2#
Graves closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Tellegio did well to prevent Graves getting side control.
Graves looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#SUB2#
Graves is looking for a kimura here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Graves wants to take a breather but Tellegio is having none of it.
Graves is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#SUB2#
Graves wants to work for an arm triangle but Tellegio is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Tellegio tries to roll over but Graves keeps him under control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tellegio has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Graves is working away from the top position though.#SUB2#
Graves is working for a submission of some sort. #T1#
Graves is looking to stall here but Tellegio recovers full guard.
Tellegio looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Graves wants to control from the top but Tellegio keeps moving.
Graves tries to free his leg and advance position but Tellegio is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Graves 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.
Graves looking to sit in guard and control but Tellegio gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##SUB2#
Graves throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tellegio working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Graves's head.#T2#
Graves throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Tellegio controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Tellegio cracks Graves with a solid left hand.
Tellegio with a nice head shot there.
Tellegio working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Graves's head.
Graves looking for a sweep. Not yet Graves, not yet.
Tellegio pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Graves is keeping the position for now.
Tellegio connects with a couple of short punches.
Tellegio lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#SUB2#
Graves is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Tellegio frees his head nicely. Oh but Graves has switched to an armbar! Tellegio is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Alex Graves!
A victorious Alex Graves thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: Showdown In The Downtown #1
Date: Oct 19, 2018

#R1##CL2#
Cooper clinches up with Graves and pushes him back against the cage.
Cooper lands a nice elbow. #CUT2#
It looks like Alex Graves has been cut.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Graves doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Cooper is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Cooper managing to block the knees to the body from Graves.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Graves as Cooper tries to tie him up.
Cooper gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Cooper's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Nice elbow from Cooper.
Cooper blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Graves avoids a wild elbow strike from Cooper.
Graves avoids a wild elbow strike from Cooper.
Graves has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Cooper is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A shot in the inside from Graves.
Nice elbow from Cooper. #TD#
Graves has picked Cooper up - he's going for a ride! Graves dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Graves content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #SUB#
Graves is trying to work for a kimura but Cooper is defending well. #T1#
Cooper is staying active underneath Graves, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Graves wants to pass the guard but Cooper is defending well. #SUB#
Graves is working for an americana but Cooper has been sneaky and has managed to get back to half guard, whilst Graves was thinking about the submission.
Graves controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#ES2#
Cooper has his feet on Graves's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work. #CL2#
Cooper instigates a clinch.
Graves trying to stall but Cooper improves his position.
Cooper is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Graves is keeping busy.
Both fighters working to control the clinch. #T2#
Cooper throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Graves presses Cooper against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Cooper pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Cooper gets underhooks to prevent Graves's takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Alex Graves. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Cooper lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Graves blocks the elbow strike.
Cooper throws an elbow but it's blocked.
A head punch on the inside from Cooper fails to land.
Cooper creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Graves blocks an elbow strike.
Cooper tries to stall but Graves uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Cooper cracks Graves with a nice body shot.
Cooper throws an elbow that misses.
Graves is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Cooper is defending well.
Graves blocks an elbow strike.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Cooper gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
A right hand to the body from Cooper.
Cooper lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Cooper just misses with a elbow thrown towards Graves's brow.
Cooper scores with a shot to the side of Graves's head.
Cooper lands an elbow inside.
Graves wants a takedown but no success here. #T3#
Cooper pushes off an throws an elbow but Graves leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Graves dodges an elbow strike from Cooper.
Cooper can't find room to land a body shot as Graves controls the action.
Cooper prevents the takedown attempt.
Cooper pushes off an throws an elbow but Graves leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Cooper lands an elbow just above Graves 's eye.
Cooper pushes Graves back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Cooper pushes off an throws an elbow but Graves leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Cooper throws an elbow that misses.
Cooper lands an elbow inside that Graves shrugs off.
Cooper tries to stall but Graves uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Cooper wants to stall.
Cooper gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Graves.
Cooper lands an elbow inside.
Graves lands a left hand.
Cooper working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Cooper lands an elbow inside that Graves shrugs off.
Graves tries to land knees in the clinch but Cooper avoids the damage to the body. #T4#
Cooper lands a damaging elbow.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Cooper misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Graves lands a nice uppercut.
Cooper dodges an elbow strike from Graves.
Graves throws an elbow that misses.
Cooper gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Graves has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Cooper is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Graves is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Cooper is defending well for now.#TD#
Graves tightens his grip and picks Cooper up, before dumping him to the ground. Cooper manages to land in guard.
Graves won't allow Cooper to get back to his feet.
We've been hearing good reports from Graves'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.
Graves trying to control but Cooper is working from the bottom.
Graves wants to pass the guard but Cooper is keeping the position.
Graves is working hard here to advance position.#SUB#
Graves has gone for a leg lock! Cooper slips out almost immediately though and dives into Graves's guard.#REVB#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Charles Cooper dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Alex Graves's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Cooper lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Graves closes this distance looking for a takedown but Cooper circles away.
Cooper wants to counter with a clinch but Graves pushes him away.#CL2#
Cooper drives through and clinches with Graves against the cage.
Cooper looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Cooper gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Graves.
Cooper throws an elbow but it misses.
Graves avoids a wild elbow strike from Cooper.
Cooper lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Graves is working for takedown but Cooper is calmly controlling the position for now.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Alex Graves. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Graves missing with knees to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cooper lands an elbow inside.
Cooper struggles to land a body shot inside as Graves controls his hands.
Graves blocking some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Graves.
Graves pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Graves is trying to drag Cooper to the mat but Cooper just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Cooper lands an elbow just above Graves 's eye. #T1#
Graves is trying to maintain a safe position but Cooper gets an underhook and turns Graves into the cage.
With the fighters up against the cage, Cooper throws an elbow but misses. #TD#
Graves turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Graves tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Cooper is trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Graves thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Graves is trying to get an arm triangle but Cooper is defending well. #SUB#
Graves thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T2##SUB#
Graves tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
Graves tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
Graves swings around for an armbar but Cooper sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Graves's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Graves has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Cooper can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Graves manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Cooper manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR##T3##SUB#
Graves drops back, looking for a kneebar! Cooper looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Cooper looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Cooper! #REVB#
Cooper just content to control the position.
Graves is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SU2#
Cooper decides to stand up, so the ref orders Graves to his feet.
Cooper has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Horrible takedown attempt by Graves or perhaps it was just good defense by Cooper, which made it look bad. #T4##CL2#
Cooper clinches up against the cage.
Cooper tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Graves's elbow.
Graves tries a knee to the head but Cooper blocks it.
Cooper gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Graves.
A short right from Cooper.
Cooper is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Charles Cooper seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Nice body punch from Cooper - that landed with a thud.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Cooper digs a right hand into Graves's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Graves's gas tank.
Cooper lands a nice elbow. #CUT2#
Alex Graves's cut is getting worse.
Cooper throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Cooper creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Graves's defenses.
Cooper lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Cooper misses with an elbow over the top.
Cooper is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Graves is looking to take this one to the mat.
Cooper trying to stall but Graves improves his position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Charles Cooper showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Alex Graves'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. This is the final round!
#R3##CL2#
Cooper rushes Graves and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Cooper pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Cooper lands a damaging elbow.
Cooper lands a nice elbow. #ROC2#
Graves is rocked!
Cooper lands a nice elbow.
Oh Graves is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Clinched against the cage, Cooper lands a big elbow that drops Graves! The ref dives in to save him from more shots - Graves is complaining that he's OK but he was done.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:22 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Charles Cooper!
A less than humble Charles Cooper misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.
Alex Graves was interviewed post fight and said 'This isn't over. That was luck and we will be back to breaking arms and spirits very soon!'.

Event: AFC #13
Date: Sep 29, 2018

#R1#
Graves shoots in for a takedown but Baker shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Graves shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Baker pinned against the cage. Baker gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #CL#
Baker clinches with his opponent.
Graves has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Baker after a bit of a struggle.
Brian Baker has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alex Graves.
Baker is pressed up against the cage. Graves has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Baker down to the mat. Baker avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Nice sprawl there from Baker as Graves shoots in.
Baker throws a good cross that connects.
Graves looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Graves.
An attempted straight right counter from Baker misses the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Baker throws a head kick that misses.
Baker misses with a looping left.
Graves ducks under a wild hook from Baker.
Graves dives in for a single leg takedown but Baker sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#CL2#
Graves moves into the clinch.#T1#
Graves is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Baker leaning against his opponent.
Baker tries to land knees in the clinch but Graves avoids the damage to the body.
Baker lands a shot to the body.
Graves looks winded!
Baker throws an elbow but it's blocked.
A short right from Baker on the inside.
Graves drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Baker gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Still in the clinch, Baker scores with a nice short uppercut.
Graves stalling in the clinch but Baker improves position.
Baker lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Graves blocks an elbow strike.
Graves drops down looking for an ankle pick but Baker pulls his leg out and moves away. #CL#
Baker gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Baker on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body. #TD2#
Graves has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Baker clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB2#
Baker 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 Graves gets his way!
Baker breaks Graves's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard. #T2#
Baker tries to stand but Graves is controlling from the bottom.
Baker preventing the sweep.
Baker trying to control but Graves is working from the bottom.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#SUB2#
Graves working for a triangle but Baker defends it easily. #SU#
Baker gets to his feet. Graves looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Baker jabs Graves right on the nose. Graves blinks but takes it well.
Brian Baker is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL#
Baker clinches up against the cage.
Baker tries a knee to the head but Graves blocks it.
Graves drops down looking for an ankle pick but Baker pulls his leg out and moves away.
Baker connects with a nice looking jab. #T3#
Graves shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Baker pinned against the cage. Baker gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
The crowd cheers as Baker lands an impressive looking overhand right. Graves doesn't seem phased though.
Graves slips a jab and a cross from Baker.
Graves shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Baker as he avoids it easily.
Graves takes a body punch but keeps moving. #TD2#
Baker gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Graves to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Graves prevents Baker from getting back to his feet.
Baker is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Baker is trying to control. Graves wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SU#
Baker escapes and gets back to his feet. #T4#
Nice body punch from Baker.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Baker throws out a powerful jab.#CL#
Baker closes the distance and clinches.
Graves has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Baker after a bit of a struggle.
Baker is defending well against a takedown attempt.#BC#
Baker manages to break the clinch.
Baker connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Graves shoots in looking for a takedown but Baker manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Graves's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#CL#
Baker moves into the clinch.
Baker lands a shoulder strike.
Baker scores with an uppercut up the middle.#ROC#
Graves is rocked!
Baker unloads with a big right hand that wobbles Graves! He's leaning against the cage trying to keep his feet but Baker is unloading with more strikes now! Graves drops to his knees and the referee stops the fight for a TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Brian Baker!
In defeat, Alex Graves stepped up to the mic, saying 'This isn't over. That was luck and we will be back to breaking arms and spirits very soon!'.

Event: AFC #9 : Main Card
Date: Aug 25, 2018

#R1#
Halo fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#TD2#
Graves throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Halo tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Graves is in Halo's guard.
Halo will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Graves trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Halo has his foot on Graves's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Graves works his way back into a safe position though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Halo tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Halo is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Graves frees his head nicely. Oh but Halo has switched to an armbar! Graves is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Kassius Halo!
Kassius Halo retains his light heavyweight title!
An intense looking Kassius Halo took to the microphone post fight and gave a little speech: 'There isn't a fighter alive that I cannot make submit or go to sleep on the mat. There's no guessing, i will take you down.'.
Alex Graves spoke after the fight, saying 'This isn't over. That was luck and we will be back to breaking arms and spirits very soon!'.

Event: AFC #6
Date: Aug 04, 2018

#R1#
Baker throws a right and a left that both miss.
Baker ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
A lazy body kick from Baker #TD2#
and Graves counters with a single leg into guard. Baker didn't expect that.
Baker keeping moving, preventing Graves from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Graves thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Graves stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Baker swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Baker wants to stand but Graves is controlling the position.
Graves trying to control but Baker is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Graves is stalling in the full guard.
Graves prevents Baker from getting back to his feet. #SUB2#
Graves drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Graves jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Graves slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T1#
Baker looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Baker wants to stand and escape but Graves is having none of it.
Graves won't allow Baker to sweep him here.
Graves sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Baker's guard. #SUB2#
Graves has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Baker defend it? Graves steps over the head and cranks it - Baker is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Graves!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Alex Graves!
A very excited looking Alex Graves 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: AFC #3
Date: Jul 14, 2018

#R1#
Graves shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Lydon defends it nicely.#CL2#
Graves tries to keep at a distance but Lydon has taken the fight into the clinch.
Lydon tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Graves's elbow.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Lydon creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Lydon can't find room to land a body shot as Graves controls the action.
Graves goes for a takedown in the clinch but Lydon prevents it.
Lydon tries to stall but Graves uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Graves tries for a takedown but Lydon manages to get underhooks.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Alex Graves. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2#
Lydon pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Lydon drives through and clinches with Graves against the cage.
Graves tries to score a body lock takedown but Lydon shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#BC2#
Lydon breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Lydon has taken the fight to the clinch.
Lydon tries to work over Graves's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Lydon told us before the fight that he's been working on his elbows. An under utilised technique these days - let's see if it can sway the outcome of the fight.
Graves tries for a takedown. No joy.
Lydon pushes Graves back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Lydon tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Graves's elbow. #T1#
Lydon doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Graves looking for a takedown.
Graves is trying to drag Lydon to the mat but Lydon just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Graves changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Lydon fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Graves looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#CL2#
Lydon darts in and clinches Graves up against the cage.
Lydon is leaning against Graves and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Lydon gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Graves.
Lydon gets underhooks to prevent Graves's takedown attempt.
Graves misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC2#
Lydon breaks the clinch.
Lydon swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lydon falls off balance throwing a combination #TD#
and Graves counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Graves.
Graves trying to control but Lydon is working from the bottom.
Lydon is looking to stand up but Graves isn't so interested in that idea. #T2#
Graves wants to control from the top but Lydon keeps moving.
Graves advances position into side control!#SUB#
Graves tries for a kimura but Lydon is defending well. #SUB#
Graves is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Lydon is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lydon is pushing Graves's head away, looking to escape. Graves manages to hold on to the position though.#T3#
Graves in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Lydon really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Graves. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Graves tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #SUB#
Graves is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. Lydon is trying to escape and Graves transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and Lydon is forced to tap! Nice work there by Graves! Very nice indeed!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Alex Graves!
After winning the bout, Alex Graves thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 07, 2018

#R1##CL#
Khaliev instigates a clinch.
Graves drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Khaliev gets the underhooks and prevents it. #BC#
Khaliev breaks the clinch.
Graves ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Graves tries for a takedown but Khaliev sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#TD2#
Graves closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Graves lands in his opponent's guard.#SUB#
Graves avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #ES#
Khaliev pushes Graves off and gets back to his feet.
Graves defending well as Khaliev loads up on a big left hand.
Graves shoots in looking for a takedown but Khaliev manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Graves's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Adam Khaliev has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alex Graves.
Khaliev just misses with a punch to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Khaliev works the jab nicely.#CUT#
It looks like Alex Graves has been cut.#TD#
Khaliev shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Khaliev tries to stand but his arm is trapped. #T1##SUB2#
Graves looking for submissions off his back.
Khaliev wants to stand up but Graves is controlling the position. #SUB2#
Graves has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Khaliev escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Khaliev!
Graves tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Graves regains half guard there - taking advantage of Khaliev's attempt to lay and pray for a moment. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Khaliev moves into full mount! Graves won't be happy about that! #SU#
Khaliev stands up from the dominant position. He obviously fancies his chances standing.
Graves has a takedown stuffed.
Graves shoots in looking for a takedown. Khaliev tries to sprawl out of it but Graves keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Khaliev manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Graves shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#KD#
Khaliev throws a big overhand right that connects, sending Graves tumbling to the canvas!
Graves looking for a sweep. Not yet Graves, not yet. #SU#
Khaliev decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Graves, up you get!
Graves gets caught by a big overhand right and goes down! Khaliev gets on top of him and starts throwing some serious punches until the ref intervenes and stops the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Adam Khaliev!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Adam Khaliev made sure he mentioned Pit Bull Development, along with how happy he was to win his fight.
Alex Graves was interviewed post fight and said 'This isn't over. That was luck and we will be back to breaking arms and spirits very soon!'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 30, 2018

#R1#
Power misses with a series of wild punches.
Graves misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Graves stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Power.#TD#
Power shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Power is pressing down on Graves's thigh, looking to free his foot. Graves is holding on for now.
Power throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Power trying to control the pace.
Graves is looking to improve his position.
Power working over Graves with some ground and pound. Graves looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#T1##SUB#
Power is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Graves defends it well.
Graves tries to get to full guard but Power has control of the leg.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Graves regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB2#
Graves looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Power is defending well. Graves quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Power has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Graves celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Alex Graves!
During a confident post fight interview, Alex Graves thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 22, 2018

#R1##TD#
Graves shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Koreshkov looks winded!
Koreshkov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Graves looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Graves passes to full mount! #SUB#
Graves has control of Koreshkov's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Koreshkov regains control of the situation pretty easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Graves has control of Koreshkov's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Koreshkov regains control of the situation pretty easily. #SUB#
Graves looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.#SUB#
Graves looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.#SUB#
Graves looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. #T1##SUB#
Graves is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Koreshkov has managed to escape the submission attempt. #SUB#
Koreshkov defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Graves. #SUB#
Graves looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Koreshkov bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Koreshkov looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Koreshkov got a little sloppy there for a moment and Graves has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Koreshkov has managed to get both his arms back between Graves's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Graves looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Graves 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##T2##SUB#
Graves seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Koreshkov is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Alex Graves!
A victorious Alex Graves thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: TWGC 21 (205lbs, D1): Los Angeles Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Apr 14, 2018

Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Alex Graves (ranked 7974 p4p, 0 weight class) and Aito Lager (ranked 20230 p4p, 0 weight class). Graves comes to the cage accompanied by London Calling. Lager has chosen Army Of The Pharaohs - Seven as his entrance music. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!

190 cm
41 yrs
198 lbs

178 cm
24 yrs
199 lbs

Graves

Lager

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 2 losses; Alex Graves! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 4 losses; Aito Lager!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Don Winkell and Timothy Bukovac.

The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Graves shoots in but no luck this time.

Lager has closed the distance and engaged Graves in a clinch.

Graves decides to pull guard.
Lager trying to control but Graves is working from the bottom.

Lager got a little sloppy there for a moment and Graves has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Lager has managed to get both his arms back between Graves's legs - danger averted.
Lager advances to half guard.

Lager is working for a submission of some sort.

Graves looking for submissions off his back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.

Graves looking for submissions off his back.
Lager passes to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Graves (0) vs (3) Lager

That's one minute gone in the round.
Lager passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Graves!
Score +2 for reaching mount: Graves (0) vs (5) Lager
Lager looking to control but Graves is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Graves is in all sorts of trouble here.
Lager trying to control but Graves is having none of it.
We've been hearing good reports from Graves'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.
Graves is wriggling around trying to escape.

Lager swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Graves is now in Lager's guard. A big mistake from Lager there, giving up the dominant position!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Graves (2) vs (5) Lager

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Lager looking to hit a scissor sweep but Graves is one step ahead there.

Graves 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.
Graves looking to pass the guard.

Lager working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Graves doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Graves manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.

Lager working for a triangle but Graves defends it easily.

Graves got a little sloppy there for a moment and Lager has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Graves has managed to get both his arms back between Lager's legs - danger averted.
Graves advances position into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Graves (5) vs (5) Lager

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Graves tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Graves has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Graves tries to move into full mount but can't pass Lager's legs.
Lager is trying to control Graves's posture but Graves avoids it.

Graves is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Lager has escaped the position, nice work there.
Lager tries to get back to half guard but can't.

Graves is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Lager knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Lager is looking to reverse the position.

Graves looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Lager is trying to control Graves's posture but Graves avoids it.
Lager 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.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Graves tries to move into full mount but can't pass Lager's legs.
Lager gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Lager works his way to full guard. Good work.

Lager is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Graves tries to free his leg and advance position but Lager is retaining full guard.
Lager manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Graves manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Graves (5) vs (7) Lager
Lager trying to control the position from guard on top but Graves is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Graves will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.

Graves looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.

Graves looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Lager wants to pass the guard but Graves is keeping the position.
Graves looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Graves can't keep his opponent in guard - Lager advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Graves wants to get back to full guard.
Lager is pressing down on Graves's thigh, looking to free his foot. Graves is holding on for now.
Lager frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Score +3 for passing guard: Graves (5) vs (10) Lager
Lager tries to control but Graves wriggling away.
Graves is in all sorts of trouble here.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Lager controlling from mount.
Lager can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Graves is looking to escape.
Graves is desperately trying to improve his position but Lager has a good base and remains in mount.
Graves is squirming around, avoiding Lager's attempts to control the action.

Lager working for a guillotine from mount but Graves is in no mood to give up.
Lager tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Graves is looking to improve his position but Lager isn't that keen on the idea.
Graves is working hard here to advance position.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Lager trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Lager takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Graves is desperately trying to improve his position but Lager has a good base and remains in mount.
Lager can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Graves is looking to escape.
Graves is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Lager tries to control but Graves wriggling away.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Graves tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Lager looking to control and managing it successfully.

Lager looking for a guillotine from mount but Graves is having none of it.
Graves regains half guard.
Graves gets full guard.
Lager wants to control from the top but Graves keeps moving.
Graves wants to sweep here but Lager controlling him for the moment.
Lager stands and throws Graves's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Graves (5) vs (13) Lager

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Lager has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Score +2 for reaching mount: Graves (5) vs (15) Lager
Lager can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Graves is looking to escape.
Lager is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Graves is working to get back to half guard.
Lager trying to control but Graves is having none of it.

That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Lager controlling from mount.

Lager has control of Graves's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Graves regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Graves gets back to half guard.

Graves looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Graves wants to improve his position but Lager is controlling well.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Lager content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Lager passes to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Graves (5) vs (18) Lager
Lager trying to control the action but Graves is working from the bottom.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Lager tries to advance to mount but Graves denies him.
Graves tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Lager wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Lager tries to advance to mount but Graves denies him.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Graves is looking for a sweep.
Lager content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
It looks like Lager 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.

Lager looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Graves sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Lager wants to control but Graves is keeping him busy.

Lager is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Graves defends it well.
Lager is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Graves (5) vs (21) Lager

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Graves is squirming around, avoiding Lager's attempts to control the action.
Lager sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Graves is looking to get to half guard.
Lager trying to control but Graves is having none of it.

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Graves working to try and regain half guard.
Lager controlling his opponent.
Graves is trying desperately to improve position.

Lager working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Graves is looking to get to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lager can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Graves is looking to escape.
Lager controlling the position easily from mount.

And that's the end of the fight!
Lager wins on points by 21 to 5.
Aito Lager decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
Alex Graves spoke after the fight, saying 'This isn't over. That was luck and we will be back to breaking arms and spirits very soon!'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 26, 2018

#R1#
Graves shoots for a double leg takedown but Little sprawls well. He's pushed Graves's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #CL2#
Little gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Graves drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Graves is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Alex Graves. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Little content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Graves has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Little after a bit of a struggle.
I was talking to Graves's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Graves drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Little stops a takedown attempt from Graves. #BC2#
Little breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
A head kick misses from Little.
Little jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice sprawl there from Little as Graves shoots in.
Little 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.
Nice shot lands for Little.
Little stuffs the takedown.
Graves shoots in for a takedown but Little shows good takedown defense.
Graves looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Little is fending him off so far but Graves persists. Nope, Little circles away and we're back to standing.#T1#
Little throws a head kick but Graves moves out of range.
Little throws a combination. Graves tries to block but a couple of punches get through.#CUT2#
It looks like Alex Graves has been cut.
Little lands a body shot.
Graves takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Little stuns Graves with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Little throws a head kick that Graves semi-blocks. #ROC2#
Graves is rocked!#CL2#
Graves gets tackled into the cage by Little. Little maintains the clinch.
Oh Graves is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
A short body shot lands from Little as the two fighters clinch.
Stalling in the clinch from Little.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Still in the clinch, Little scores with a nice short uppercut.
Little creates a bit of space for himself and rocks Graves with a big uppercut! Graves tries to clinch up but Little pushes him back against the cage and lands another monster strike that crumples Graves to the mat! Graves covers up and Little unloads with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Roger Little!
An out of breath and clearly excited Roger Little thanked Freebok (85% Laundry) for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).
Alex Graves was interviewed post fight and said 'This isn't over. That was luck and we will be back to breaking arms and spirits very soon!'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 22, 2018

#R1##TD2#
Braz dives in and scores a takedown into Graves's guard.
Braz looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Braz got a little sloppy there for a moment and Graves has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Braz has managed to get both his arms back between Graves's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Braz 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.
Graves lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Braz throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Graves pushes down on Braz's leg and manages to get into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Graves seems to be working for a kimura but Braz defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Graves is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #T1##SUB#
Graves is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Braz is just riding it out for now. Graves eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Graves is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Braz doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Graves. #SUB#
Graves is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Braz defends it well. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Graves seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB#
Graves is trying to work for a kimura but Braz is defending well. #SUB#
Graves is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Braz has managed to free his arm - good work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Graves is working for an americana but Braz has been sneaky and has managed to get back to half guard, whilst Graves was thinking about the submission.
Our spies down at at Russian Bears Training Center inform us that Braz has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Graves will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Graves tries to free his leg and advance position but Braz is retaining full guard. #T3##SUB2#
Braz is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Graves passes into half guard. #SUB#
Graves looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique. #SUB#
Graves seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB#
Graves is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Braz defends it well. #SUB#
Graves is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Braz has managed to free his arm - good work. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Graves is looking for a kimura here. #SUB#
Graves is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Braz has managed to free his arm - good work.
Graves uses his free foot to push down on Braz's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Braz.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Graves moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Braz has worked his arm free - good work by Braz! #SUB#
Graves goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Braz rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Graves's guard! Nice work there by Braz!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alex Graves 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##TD#
Graves closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Braz quickly recovers to half guard.#SUB#
Graves is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Braz doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Graves.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Braz is defending against the submission attempts here by Graves. #SUB2#
Braz looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Braz actively working from the bottom here.#T1#
Graves prevents Braz from improving his position.
Graves wants to pass to mount but Braz is defending the position. #SUB#
Graves is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Braz is just riding it out for now. Graves eventually gives up the hold.
Alex Graves overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Graves is working for an americana but Braz has been sneaky and has managed to get back to half guard, whilst Graves was thinking about the submission.
Graves sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Braz's guard. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Braz is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Graves is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Braz is just riding it out for now. Graves eventually gives up the hold.
Braz moves into full guard. #SUB2#
Braz working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Graves doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Graves manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Graves drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Braz dives on top into guard.#REVB##SUB#
Graves has his foot on Braz's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Braz works his way back into a safe position though.#T3#
Braz wants to pass the guard but Graves is keeping the position.
Graves looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Braz thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Graves had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Braz defends it easily.#SUB#
Graves working for a triangle but Braz defends it easily. #SUB2#
Braz postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Graves is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Braz, into his guard. #REVR##SUB#
Graves postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Braz is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Graves, into his guard. #REVB##T4##SUB#
Graves is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Braz is aware though and is defending well.
Graves looking to hit a scissor sweep but Braz is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Braz drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Braz jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
Braz drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Braz jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB#
Graves is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Braz is aware though and is defending well.
Braz advances position into side control!
Graves tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Braz tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Graves 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.

That was a close second round but I would say that Alex Graves will probably get the nod.
That's time! Graves's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3##TD#
Braz gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Graves to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Graves slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#SUB#
Graves swings around for an armbar but Braz sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Graves's guard.#SUB2#
Braz is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB#
Graves is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Braz defends well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Braz drops back for a leg here. A bit of a high risk move... He's looking for a kneebar by the looks of things. Now both of them are looking for submissions. Braz seems to have locked his on tight now - Graves screams in pain and taps out furiously! It certainly was a high risk move but it's paid off for Braz, as he picks up the win!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Shoei Braz!
Shoei Braz made sure to mention his sponsor, KnockOut in his post fight interview.
The defeated Alex Graves had this to say: 'This isn't over. That was luck and we will be back to breaking arms and spirits very soon!'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 31, 2017

#R1#
Graves tries for a takedown but Leen circles away easily
and Leen counters with a nice uppercut.
Leen throws out a leg kick but Graves moves out of range and Leen only half commits.
Leen moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #TD#
Graves gets a double leg takedown into Leen's 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.
Graves pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Leen is keeping the position for now.
Graves works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB#
Graves is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Graves is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Leen is trying to control but can't. #SUB#
Graves is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Leen sees it coming and defends easily.
Graves frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #T1##SUB#
Graves swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Leen is now in Graves's guard. A big mistake from Graves there, giving up the dominant position! #SUB#
Graves looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB#
Graves has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Leen can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Leen won't allow Graves to sweep him here. #SUB#
Graves looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Leen seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #SUB#
Graves throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Leen escapes and throws Graves's legs to the side, diving into side control! #T2#
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Graves is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Graves seems a little lost for a moment, as Leen dominates the positioning.
Graves is looking for a sweep.
Leen works to advance to full mount. Graves defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Leen controlling from mount.
Graves is squirming around, avoiding Leen's attempts to control the action.
Graves is in all sorts of trouble here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Leen controlling from the full mount.
Graves keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Leen tries to control but Graves wriggling away.
Graves can't escape the position.
Graves is working hard here to advance position.
Leen tries to control but Graves wriggling away. #T4#
Graves is wriggling around trying to escape.
Leen content just to control the position here.
Graves is trying to escape the mount.
Leen sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Graves is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Leen controlling the pace for now.
Graves is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jim Leen dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Graves walks forward, straight into a front kick from Leen.
Graves shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Leen pinned against the cage. Leen gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Leen fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Graves has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Leen throws a push kick but Graves slaps the foot to one side.
Nice straight punches there by Leen. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Leen.#TD#
Leen gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Leen keeping full guard, as Graves tries to pass.
Leen bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Graves's guard. #REVB##SUB#
Graves is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #T1#
Leen controlling from the top position.
Graves tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Graves had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Leen defends it easily.#SUB#
Graves working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Leen doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Leen manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Graves is looking for a triangle but Leen pushes his legs off easily.
Alex Graves overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Leen is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Leen's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#SUB#
Graves working for a triangle but Leen defends it easily.
Leen won't allow Graves to sweep him here. #SUB#
Graves is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Graves has his foot on Leen's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Leen works his way back into a safe position though.#T3##SUB#
Graves throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Graves can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Leen controls the pace.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Graves shoots in but no luck this time.
Leen thumps Graves with a low kick.
Leen thuds his shin into the meat of Graves's side.
Leen scores with a hook to the body. Graves takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Graves checks a low kick from Leen.
Graves walks into a jab.
Jim Leen is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Graves fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Alex Graves. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Leen displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Graves.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Leen! But no joy.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T4#
Good work by Graves as he checks the leg kick.
Leen lands with a thumping leg kick.
Leen cracks Graves with an open hand slap.
Graves walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Leen attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Graves appears to be looking for a big counter.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Graves has his takedown stuffed
and Leen counters with a nice leg kick.
Graves goes for a double leg but Leen avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Leen continues to drive forward.
Leen doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Leen works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Jim Leen seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A low kick from Leen misses #TD#
and Graves counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Graves is looking to pass Leen's guard but actually Leen recovers to full guard.
Leen is adopting a defensive guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jim Leen showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Graves takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Leen leaves Graves with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Leen displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Graves.
Leen throws a head kick that misses.
Graves steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Leen. That one must have hurt.
Alex Graves is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Graves moves out of range of the body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Leen scores with a head kick. Graves tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Graves darts in looking for a takedown but Leen gets double underhooks and turns Graves into the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Alex Graves. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Leen pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.#TD#
Graves throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Leen tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Graves is in Leen's guard.
Leen bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Graves's guard. #REVB##T1#
Leen stays in close to Graves's body and controls the position. #SUB#
Graves is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#SUB#
Graves working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Leen doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Leen manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Leen controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB#
Graves has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Leen can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Graves throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Graves looking for a guillotine here but Leen defends easily.
Leen looking to pass the guard.
Jim Leen is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#SUB#
Graves has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Leen can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Graves looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Leen must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Graves throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Leen escapes and throws Graves's legs to the side, diving into side control! #T3#
Graves seems a little lost for a moment, as Leen dominates the positioning.
Graves is trying to get back to half guard.
Graves manages to work his way to half guard, despite Leen's best efforts.
Leen not doing much here. #SUB#
Graves is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Leen pulls his head out easily.
Leen has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Graves wants to get back to full guard but Leen has passed into side control.#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.
Graves is looking for a sweep.
Leen 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 Graves's shoulder. That is not cool.
Graves is looking to reverse the position.
Leen controls the position.
Let's hope that Leen has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Graves is looking to regain half guard here but Leen keeps moving and retains side control.
Leen taking a breather here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
More stalling from Leen.
Alex Graves has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Graves is trying to get back to his feet.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jim Leen comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Leen 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 Donald Grub scores the fight 27:30
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jim Leen!
After winning the bout, Jim Leen thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
Alex Graves was interviewed post fight and said 'This isn't over. That was luck and we will be back to breaking arms and spirits very soon!'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 27, 2017

#R1#
Graves tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Sledgehammer defends well and Graves ends up having to push Sledgehammer into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#CL#
Sledgehammer pushes Graves up against the cage in a clinch.
Graves is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Sledgehammer is defending well.#TD2#
Graves gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Sledgehammer is looking to escape.#SUB2#
Graves is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Sledgehammer doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Graves. #SUB2#
Graves is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Graves is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Graves prevents Sledgehammer from standing back up.
Sledgehammer trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
Sledgehammer's coaches at Red Tri-Angle Gym. 15 Coaches/13 Elite have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.#SUB2#
Graves is working for a submission of some sort.
Sledgehammer is trying to stand back up but Graves is controlling him #T1##SUB2#
Graves is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Sledgehammer defends it well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Graves seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Sledgehammer is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Alex Graves!
A relieved looking Alex Graves 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: Marty Robbin's Fight Ranch 1
Date: Nov 11, 2017

#R1#
Graves has a takedown stuffed.
Tobious Khan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Graves darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Graves is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Khan defends it well.
Graves is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! #SUB#
Graves is controlling this nicely and is looking to make no mistakes. Khan is trying to wiggle out of this horrible position. Khan flips to his side and attempts to get a leg in for half guard. Graves anticipates the leg and manages to get behind Khan and secures both hooks! This could be bad! Graves slips an arm under Khan chin and tries to position for a rear naked choke. Graves has worked the choke in now and it looks tight. Graves is squeezing on Khan like an anaconda would it's prey. Khan fails to tap and has fallen unconscious! We've got ourselves a winner by way of a rear naked choke!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Alex Graves!
After winning the bout, Alex Graves thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 04, 2017

#R1#
Graves shoots and misses
and Borg counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Borg throws a head kick that half lands. #CUT#
It looks like Alex Graves has been cut.
Borg pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Borg ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Borg stuffs the takedown.
Graves looks winded!
Borg tries a head kick but it misses.
Borg throws a head kick but Graves moves out of range.
Borg tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Graves tries for a takedown but Borg circles away easily
and Borg counters with a left and a right that stings Graves.
Junior Borg has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alex Graves.#CL#
Borg moves into the clinch.#BC#
Borg pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Graves gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Borg counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Borg scores with a nice right hand.
Borg throws a series of punches but Graves avoids them all with ease. #T1#
Ohhhhh! A huge head kick from Borg! Graves is out on his feet! Borg rushes in and throws more strikes. The ref is looking closely - Graves is covering up but the punishment is just too much and the ref steps in to stop the fight! Graves is staring into space, just thankful that the beatdown has ended. Brutal finish.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:09 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Junior Borg!
A very excited looking Junior Borg made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
In defeat, Alex Graves stepped up to the mic, saying 'This isn't over. That was luck and we will be back to breaking arms and spirits very soon!'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 23, 2017

#R1##TD2#
Graves fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Wrench to the ground. Graves is now in Wrench's guard.
Wrench throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back. #SUB#
Graves got a little sloppy there for a moment and Wrench has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Graves has managed to get both his arms back between Wrench's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Wrench looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Graves passes Wrench's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Graves trying to mount his opponent but Wrench defends it. #SUB2#
Graves is trying for a kimura here. Wrench looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Graves wins by kimura!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Alex Graves!
Alex Graves decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: SFC15 - Coleman vs Roberts 2
Date: Aug 05, 2017

#R1#
Graves shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Yol but Yol pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Yol stuffs the takedown.
Graves doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Yol counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
SB Yol has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alex Graves.
No luck for Graves with that takedown attempt. #CL#
Yol closes the distance and pushes Graves back into the cage.
Graves tries to pull guard but Yol holds him up against the cage and eventually Graves drops back down to his feet.
Graves is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Yol gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Good body shot from Yol.
Graves is trying to pull guard but Yol turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#BC#
Yol manages to break the clinch.
Graves changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Yol tries to avoid it but Graves manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Yol to the ground. Yol escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Nice uppercut there from Yol.
Graves fails with a takedown attempt. #T1#
Yol lands with a thumping leg kick.
Graves takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
SB Yol is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Graves.
Yol ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Graves blocks a jab.
Yol lands a high kick! #CUT#
It looks like Alex Graves has been cut.
Graves misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#CL#
Yol darts in and clinches Graves up against the cage.
Yol lands an uppercut.#T2#
Yol lands with a right to the head.
Graves letting Yol take a breather here.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Yol lands with a left to the head. #ROC#
Graves is rocked!
Yol lands an uppercut in the clinch that drops Graves to his knees! Yol keeps firing more shots against his stricken opponent and the referee jumps in to save him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). SB Yol!
As SB Yol got his breath back, he grabbed the microphone and managed to blurt out the following: GET OVER HERE : Whooooopieeee'.
In defeat, Alex Graves stepped up to the mic, saying 'This isn't over. That was luck and we will be back to breaking arms and spirits very soon!'.

Event: SFC13 - Yol vs Hong
Date: Jul 08, 2017

#R1##TD#
Graves shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#SUB#
Graves is looking for a kimura but Pechorin is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Graves to get the leverage.
Pechorin is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Pechorin is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Graves pulls his head out easily.
Pechorin tries to get to full guard but Graves has control of the leg.
Pechorin slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Pechorin tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Pechorin can't keep his opponent in guard - Graves advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Pechorin is trying to maintain the position but Graves is very close to passing his half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Graves tries to pass to full mount but Pechorin defends it. #SUB#
Graves is looking for a kimura here. #SUB#
Graves is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Pechorin has managed to free his arm - good work. #T1##SUB#
Graves is working for a submission of some sort.
Pechorin looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#SUB#
Graves wants to work for an arm triangle but Pechorin is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB#
Graves is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Pechorin doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Graves.
Graves trying to mount his opponent but Pechorin defends it.
Pechorin tries to get to full guard but Graves has control of the leg. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Pechorin has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Graves is working away from the top position though.
Pechorin gets back to full guard.
Graves pushing down on Pechorin's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB#
Graves wants to work for an arm triangle but Pechorin is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB#
Graves is looking for a kimura here.
Pechorin is trying to control but can't.
Pechorin moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pechorin wants to sweep but no luck.
Graves passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Pechorin is trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Graves thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T3##SUB#
Graves tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Graves has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Pechorin is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Graves wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Pechorin, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
Graves is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Pechorin is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Pechorin tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Graves wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB#
Graves working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB#
Graves looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB#
Graves wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Pechorin, who protects the arm well. #T4#
Pechorin is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Graves working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB#
Graves tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Pechorin is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Pechorin is trying to get back to full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Pechorin keeping hold of Graves's head, controlling as best he can. #SUB#
Graves is working for a kimura but Pechorin is defending it quite comfortably.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alex Graves dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Graves misses with a takedown attempt
and Pechorin counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Pechorin looks to land a combination. Graves sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
We've been told by Graves's head coaches at FIERCE that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#TD#
Graves closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Graves tries to move into full mount but can't pass Pechorin's legs.
Alex Graves overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Pechorin is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Graves's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Pechorin wants to improve his position but Graves is controlling well. #SUB#
Graves is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Pechorin is just riding it out for now. Graves eventually gives up the hold.
Pechorin is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Graves seems to be looking for submissions.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#SUB#
Graves wants to work for an arm triangle but Pechorin is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #T1#
Pechorin manages to get to full guard.
Graves stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Pechorin swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Graves drops back looking for a leg! Pechorin is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Pechorin manages to kick Graves off! Graves jumps back into Pechorin's guard.
Graves postures up.
Graves pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Pechorin is keeping the position for now.
Pechorin is trying to keep Graves in close. #SUB#
Graves drops back, looking for a kneebar! Pechorin looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Pechorin looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Pechorin! #REVB##T2#
Pechorin passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Graves!
Pechorin takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Graves is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Pechorin can do to turn this around?
Graves working to try and regain half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Graves is working hard here to advance position.
Pechorin trying to control but Graves is having none of it.
Graves is controlling an arm, preventing Pechorin from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest. #T3#
Graves can't escape the position.
Pechorin lands a heavy elbow.
Pechorin pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Graves is working to get back to half guard.
Pechorin thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
Pechorin tries to control but Graves wriggling away. #SUB2#
Pechorin is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Graves is surviving well by controlling Pechorin's body position as best he can. #SUB2#
Pechorin looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Pechorin scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Graves? #ROC2#
Graves is rocked!
Pechorin tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Oh Graves is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Pechorin works his way to his opponent's back. #T4##SUB2#
Pechorin working for the rear naked choke here. He's got one arm under but Graves is defending well. A couple of punches soften him up though and Pechorin has tightened the hold! This one could be all over! It is! Graves taps out!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:20 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Grigory Pechorin!
Alex Graves was interviewed post fight and said 'This isn't over. That was luck and we will be back to breaking arms and spirits very soon!'.

Event: USFC 154
Date: May 06, 2017

#R1#
Graves keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Graves drops down looking for a counter takedown but Payton sprawls and moves away.
Payton throws a nice outside leg kick.
Payton moves into range and connects with a jab.
Payton lands a glancing blow to the side of Graves's head.
Graves has been working on his balance at FIERCE, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Payton.
Graves gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Payton.
Graves moves out of range of the strikes.
Payton pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Payton misses with a series of wild punches.
Payton connects with a leg kick. Graves looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Payton lands the left hand.
A jab from Payton does it's job there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Payton looks to land a right hand but Graves moved out of range.#T1#
Payton misses with a looping left.
Graves half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Payton throws a lazy right hand but Graves sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Graves feinted with a counter takedown.
Payton misses with a leg kick.
Graves misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Payton lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Graves slips under a jab.
Payton tries a low kick but Graves avoids it.
Graves appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Evan Payton is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Payton lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Payton fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Graves.#TD#
Graves shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Graves was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!#ES2#
Payton explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Evan Payton seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Payton lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Graves at a distance.
Payton throws a right and a left that Graves avoids nicely.
A big right from Payton misses.
Payton looks to throw the jab but Graves is out of range.
Payton looks to land a left hand but Graves moved out of range nicely.
Graves attempts a counter takedown but Payton avoids it well and moves away.
Payton lands a nice looking body kick.
Payton changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Payton dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Graves ducks under a wild hook from Payton.
Payton loads up on a big right hand but Graves slips the punch.
Nice uppercut there from Payton.
Graves keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Payton.
Nice cross by Payton.#T3#
Graves defending well as Payton loads up on a big left hand.
Graves on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#ROC2#
Graves is rocked!
Payton is looking for an opening here. He's unloaded a big left hand that catches Graves flush on the jaw and sends him tumbling to the canvas! Graves is out cold! Payton holds back from landing any unnecessary shots to his unconscious opponent, as the referee reacts slowly to the situation. A brutal knockout and then some excellent sportsmanship - this guy is my new favorite fighter!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Evan Payton!
Evan Payton thanked the fans post fight for their support.
The defeated Alex Graves had this to say: 'This isn't over. That was luck and we will be back to breaking arms and spirits very soon!'.

Event: USFC 149
Date: Apr 08, 2017

#R1#
Huia misses with a lunging right hand #TD#
and Graves counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Huia!
Huia gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! #SUB#
Graves goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Huia is on top in guard. #SUB#
Graves is looking for a triangle but Huia pushes his legs off easily.
Huia looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Huia wants to control from the top but Graves keeps moving. #SUB#
Graves is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Huia is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Graves looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Graves wants to hit a switch here but Huia passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Graves there!
Graves has given up his back here. Will Huia look for the submission or keep pounding away? #T1#
Graves is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Graves rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Graves is refusing to be controlled, as Huia sits in half guard.
Huia tries to pass to full mount but Graves defends it.
Graves's coaches at FIERCE have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.#SUB2#
Huia is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB2#
Huia wants to work for an arm triangle but Graves is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Huia prevents Graves from improving his position.#T2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Graves blocking the ground and pound attempt from Huia.
Graves is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Huia's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Huia's back!
Huia is trying to break free. #SUB#
Graves is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Huia defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Graves looking for the choke from the back. #SUB#
Graves working for the choke.
Huia is trying to break free.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Huia turns into Graves and is now in his guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB#
Graves had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Huia defends it easily.#T3#
Huia pushes down on Graves's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB#
Graves is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Huia pulls his head out easily.
The fighters are battling for position here. Graves manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB#
Graves has an active guard here but Huia has managed to pass into half guard.
Graves won't allow Huia to pass to mount. #SUB#
Graves actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Graves looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T4#
Huia wants to control but Graves is keeping him busy.
Huia is looking to advance position but Graves won't allow it. #SUB2#
Huia is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Graves looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Huia 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.
Huia prevents Graves from improving his position.
Huia uses his free foot to push down on Graves's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Graves.
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 Alex Graves will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Huia lands a jab to the nose.
Graves displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Huia throws out the jab.
Graves changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Graves.
It seemed like Huia was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Huia lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Huia misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Huia throws a body punch but Graves moves out of range. #TD#
Graves shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Huia napping and manages to drive through into side control!
You can see the frustration on Huia's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB#
Graves is trying to get an arm triangle but Huia is defending well. #T1#
Huia can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB#
Graves swings around for an armbar but Huia sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Graves's guard.
Huia is pushing down on Graves's leg trying to pass to half guard. Graves is fighting to maintain full guard but Huia has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB2#
Huia seems to be looking for submissions.
Graves wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Huia is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB#
Graves looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T2#
Huia looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Graves is looking for a sweep. Huia is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Graves has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Huia escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Huia!
Graves is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Graves is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Graves is refusing to be controlled, as Huia sits in half guard. #SUB#
Graves looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Huia is looking to take a break and control but Graves is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3#
Graves wants to improve his position but Huia is controlling well. #SUB2#
Huia wants to work for an arm triangle but Graves is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Huia prevents Graves from improving his position.#SUB2#
Huia seems to be looking for submissions.
Graves is in trouble now - Huia has advanced to mount!
Graves regains half guard.#SUB#
Graves is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Huia pulls his head out easily. #T4##SUB#
Graves looking for a kimura from the bottom but Huia passes into side control!
Graves manages to get back to half guard.
Huia stalling. #SUB#
Graves looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Huia uses his free foot to push down on Graves's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Graves.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Graves working to try and regain half guard.
Huia tries to control but Graves wriggling away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Hone Huia showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Huia throws a hook to the side of Graves's head but Graves sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Graves appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
A big right from Huia misses.
Alex Graves is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Graves slips a jab and a cross from Huia.
Huia is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Graves.
Huia throws the left hand but Graves avoids the punch easily.
Graves has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Graves there as he acknowledges the shot.
Huia throws an overhand right that lands on Graves's shoulder, as Graves tries to avoid the shot.
Graves changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Graves steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Huia.
Graves feinted with a counter takedown.
Huia misses with a right hand #TD#
and Graves counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Huia is pressing down on Graves's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Huia is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T1#
Huia manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Graves manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB##SUB#
Graves has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Huia 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 Graves.
Graves is trying to improve his position.
Graves gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Huia is keen to just control but Graves is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Graves looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Huia frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #T2#
Graves manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Huia is trying to control the action in half guard but Graves is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB#
Graves is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Huia pulls his head out easily.
Graves gets back to full guard. #SUB#
Graves looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Graves keeping full guard, as Huia tries to pass. #SUB#
Graves is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T3##SUB2#
Huia 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.
Huia is pushing down on Graves's leg trying to pass to half guard. Graves is fighting to maintain full guard but Huia has managed to sneak the leg through.
Graves is looking for a sweep. Huia is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Huia is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Graves is looking to improve his position. #SUB2#
Huia seems to be looking for submissions.
Graves is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB2#
Huia seems to be working for a kimura but Graves defends the submission attempt.
Graves tries to roll over but Huia keeps him under control.
Huia is trying to control the action in half guard but Graves is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Graves is trying to get back to full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Graves is staying active underneath Huia, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Graves tries to roll over but Huia keeps him under control.

And that's the end of the fight!
Hone Huia comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Huia 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 John Kavanagh scores the fight 28:30
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 28:29
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Hone Huia!
Alex Graves spoke after the fight, saying 'This isn't over. That was luck and we will be back to breaking arms and spirits very soon!'.

Event: USFC 139
Date: Feb 24, 2017

#R1#
Graves with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Durant to score with a decent uppercut.
Durant feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Graves's calf.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Durant.
Graves has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Graves there as he acknowledges the shot.
Durant moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Durant throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Graves takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Durant looks to throw the jab but Graves is out of range.
Graves appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Graves darts in looking for a takedown but Durant gets double underhooks and turns Graves into the cage.
Durant throws a lazy head kick #TD#
and Graves counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Durant!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Durant is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Graves off and has taken his back!
Durant is trying to stick to Graves's back but Graves is turning into Durant. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Durant's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Graves.#SUB2#
Graves avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Graves looking to pass the guard. #T1#
Graves slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#SUB#
Graves is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Durant knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Durant tries to buck Graves off but Graves is having none of it.
Durant stops Graves from passing to mount.
You can see the frustration on Durant's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB#
Graves is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Durant has escaped the position, nice work there.
Durant tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Durant wants to control but Graves postures up.
Graves has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#T2#
Durant manages to work his way to half guard, despite Graves's best efforts.
Durant won't allow Graves to pass to mount. #SUB2#
Durant looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Graves wants to work for an arm triangle but Durant is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB#
Graves is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Graves working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Durant's thigh. Durant counters though and makes it back to full guard. #SUB#
Graves drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Graves jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Graves advances to half guard. #SUB#
Graves is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T3#
Graves looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Graves is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Graves advances position into side control!#SUB#
Graves wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Durant, who protects the arm well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Graves tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Durant tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Durant sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Durant is trying to stand up here but Graves is controlling him well. #T4##SUB#
Graves is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Durant defends it well. #SUB#
Graves is working for a submission of some sort.
Durant desperately trying to maintain half guard. #SUB#
Graves 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.
Durant wants to get back to full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Kevin Durant will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Durant throws a looping overhand right but Graves ducks down to avoid it.
Durant misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Graves.
Durant lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Graves misses with a takedown attempt
and Durant counters with a stiff right hand.
Durant misses with an uppercut. Graves saw that one coming.
Durant pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Good leg kick by Durant there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Graves shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Durant as he jumps to the side.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Durant fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Graves throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Durant's waist but Durant gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Graves off to one side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Alex Graves. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Durant misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Graves.
Graves feinted with a counter takedown.
Durant lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Durant pulls out of a head kick attempt.
An inside leg kick lands from Durant.
Durant lands a nice looking body shot.
Kevin Durant seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Durant with a jab.
Graves shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Durant but Durant pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Graves gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Durant cracks a nice hook into Graves's ribs.#T2#
Graves takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Alex Graves is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Durant throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Graves stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Durant.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Durant pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Durant chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Nice takedown defense from Durant. No joy for Graves on that attempt.
A low kick from Durant misses #TD#
and Graves counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Durant manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Graves manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB##SUB#
Durant got a little sloppy there for a moment and Graves has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Durant has managed to get both his arms back between Graves's legs - danger averted.#T3#
Durant sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Alex Graves overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Graves looking for a sweep. Not yet Graves, not yet. #SUB#
Graves working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Durant doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Durant manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Graves bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Durant's guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Durant is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Durant 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#
Durant prevents Graves from improving his position.#T4#
Graves moves into full guard. #SUB#
Graves has his foot on Durant's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Durant works his way back into a safe position though.
Durant trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Graves throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Durant escapes and throws Graves's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Graves is looking to reverse the position.
Durant moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Durant trying to control the position but Graves is working away.
Graves regains half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kevin Durant showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
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#
A head kick by Durant misses #TD#
and Graves counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #ES2#
Durant uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Kevin Durant seems to be getting the better of the standup.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Graves checks a leg kick.
Graves takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
A big right from Durant misses.
Durant misses with a head kick.
Graves tries to counter with a takedown but Durant is quick to defend against it.
Durant tries a head kick but it misses.
Durant throws a body punch but Graves moves out of range.
Durant throws a body shot but no joy.
Graves tries to counter with a takedown but Durant is quick to defend against it.
Durant fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Durant throws a lazy right hand but Graves sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Graves attempts a counter takedown but Durant avoids it well and moves away.#T1#
Durant lands a nice looking body shot.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Durant, right into the meat.
Durant swings for the body but Graves moves out of range.
Graves half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Durant thows a left - swing and a miss!
Graves has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Durant throws a shot from downtown. Graves moves away and avoids it.
Durant throws a leg kick but Graves moved away.
A big right from Durant misses.
Graves attempts a counter takedown but Durant avoids it well and moves away.
Durant lands a jab to the nose.
Durant connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Graves is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.#T2#
Durant stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Durant lands with a good body shot.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Durant scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Graves doesn't seem bothered though.
Durant jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Durant throws a head kick that misses.
Graves feinted with a counter takedown.
Graves uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Durant.
Graves drops down looking for a counter takedown but Durant sprawls and moves away.
Graves slips under a jab from Durant.
Graves avoids the head kick by Durant.
Durant lands a leg kick that knocks Graves off balance momentarily.
Durant fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Graves manages to avoid it.#T3#
A punch lands to the side of Graves 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Durant tries to bum rush Graves with a series of wild strikes but Graves uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Durant lands with a hook. Graves tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Durant tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Graves has a takedown stuffed.
Alex Graves has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kevin Durant is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
A jab from Durant does it's job there.
Durant throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Graves fails with a takedown attempt.#T4#
Graves shoots in looking for a takedown but Durant manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Graves's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Alex Graves. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Durant scoring well with a low kick there.
Durant uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Graves has time to react.
Kevin Durant is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Durant 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.
Nice straight punches there by Durant. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Durant.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Durant scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Durant is looking to slow Graves down with leg kicks.
Durant ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Graves moves away.
Durant has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Graves misses with a few strikes there.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kevin Durant comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Durant 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 Columbo Gatti scores the fight 28:29
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 27:30
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 26:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kevin Durant!
A very excited looking Kevin Durant 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.
Alex Graves was interviewed post fight and said 'This isn't over. That was luck and we will be back to breaking arms and spirits very soon!'.

Event: USFC 134
Date: Jan 22, 2017

#R1##CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Graves wants to take the fight to the mat but Beddoe manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Beddoe on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Beddoe slowing the pace effectively.
Beddoe makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#TD#
Beddoe is fighting off a takedown attempt but Graves is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Beddoe to the mat. Beddoe regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Graves pushing down on Beddoe's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Beddoe wants to improve his position but Graves is controlling well.
Beddoe keeps trying to improve his position.
Graves is pressing down on Beddoe's thigh, looking to free his foot. Beddoe is holding on for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Graves is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB#
Graves is looking for a kimura but Beddoe is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Graves to get the leverage. #SUB#
Graves is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Beddoe slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T1#
Beddoe controls Graves momentarily but Graves frees himself. #SUB#
Graves thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Graves passes into half guard. #SUB#
Graves is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Beddoe looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Beddoe tries to roll over but Graves keeps him under control.
Beddoe is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.#SUB2#
Beddoe is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Graves pulls his head out easily.
Graves tries to pass the half guard into mount. Beddoe knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Beddoe is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T2#
Beddoe works his way to full guard. Good work.
Graves wants to pass the guard but Beddoe is keeping the position.
Graves won't allow Beddoe to sweep him here.
Graves stands and throws Beddoe's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Beddoe is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Graves's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Graves works his foot free and advances to mount.
Graves prevents Beddoe from getting the reversal.
Graves with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish. #SUB#
Graves is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Beddoe is surviving well by controlling Graves's body position as best he can. #SUB#
Graves working for a submission but Beddoe is keeping him at bay.
Graves will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Graves pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish. #T3##SUB#
Beddoe defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Graves.
Beddoe working to try and regain half guard.
Beddoe stops Graves from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Graves prevents Beddoe from getting the reversal.
Beddoe bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Beddoe works over Graves with some ground and pound from guard.
Beddoe trying to control the position from guard on top but Graves is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Graves working for a triangle but Beddoe defends it easily.
Beddoe distracts Graves with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#T4#
Beddoe cracks Graves with a solid left hand.#SUB#
Graves working for a triangle but Beddoe defends it easily.
Beddoe trying to control but Graves is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Graves working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Beddoe doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Beddoe manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Graves keeping moving, preventing Beddoe from controlling successfully.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Beddoe works over Graves with some ground and pound from guard.
Beddoe landing with the ground and pound.
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 Alex Graves will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Beddoe fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Beddoe throws a hook but Graves avoids it easily.
Graves changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Beddoe throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Beddoe 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.
Beddoe misses with a straight right.
Graves closes this distance looking for a takedown but Beddoe circles away.
Beddoe scores with a jab to the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Beddoe misses with a hook.#TD#
Graves manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Beddoe on his heels. He'll look to pass Beddoe's guard now, I'm sure.
Graves pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Beddoe is keeping the position for now.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Beddoe trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage. #T1#
Graves is pushing down on Beddoe's leg trying to pass to half guard. Beddoe is fighting to maintain full guard but Graves has managed to sneak the leg through.
Beddoe works his way to full guard. Good work.
Beddoe is trying to keep Graves in close. #SUB2#
Beddoe is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Graves is aware though and is defending well.
Graves stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Beddoe swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Beddoe tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Graves looking to pass the guard.
Graves advances to half guard. #SUB#
Graves is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Beddoe doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Graves. #SUB#
Graves seems to be working for a kimura but Beddoe defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Beddoe is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Graves pulls his head out easily. #T2#
Beddoe trying to control from the bottom. #SUB2#
Beddoe looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Beddoe wants to get back to full guard.
Beddoe is trying to control but can't. #SUB#
Graves seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB#
Graves is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Beddoe sees it coming and defends easily.
The fighters are battling for position here. Beddoe manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Graves wants to pass the guard but Beddoe is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Graves is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Beddoe has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Graves is looking to defend but Beddoe has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Graves! Beddoe pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Graves taps out and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Philo Beddoe!
Philo Beddoe took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Conquer for their support in the buildup to the fight.
Alex Graves spoke after the fight, saying 'This isn't over. That was luck and we will be back to breaking arms and spirits very soon!'.

Event: USFC 129
Date: Dec 25, 2016

#R1#
Zaire defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Graves.
Zaire throws a leg kick #TD#
and Graves counters with a single leg into guard. Zaire didn't expect that.
Graves trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Graves postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Zaire is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Graves, into his guard. #REVB##SUB#
Graves has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Zaire 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 Graves.
Graves is looking to reverse the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zaire controlling from side mount.
Graves tries to buck Zaire off but Zaire is having none of it.
Zaire is staying tight to Graves's torso, preventing him from escaping. #T1#
Graves tries to buck Zaire off but Zaire is having none of it.#SU2#
Zaire stands up.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Zaire. Graves shrugs it off though.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Zaire has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Graves is breathing heavily.
A slapping leg kick lands for Zaire.
Zaire with a nice cross.
Zaire throws a head kick that looked like it stung. #CUT2#
It looks like Alex Graves has been cut.
Zaire connects with a leg kick. Graves looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Zaire stuns Graves with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Graves looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Abdullah Zaire seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Zaire pulls out of a head kick attempt. #T2#
Graves takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Zaire lands a body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Zaire gets off balance looking for a body kick#TD#
and Graves counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Zaire looking to hit a scissor sweep but Graves is one step ahead there.
Graves tries to free his leg and advance position but Zaire is retaining full guard.
Zaire 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#
Graves is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Zaire perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #SUB#
Graves actively working from the bottom here.#T3#
Zaire prevents Graves from improving his position.
Zaire is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Graves is trying to get back to full guard.
Zaire slows the pace down in half guard.
Zaire prevents Graves from improving his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB#
Graves looking for submissions off his back.
Graves is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Zaire drops an elbow to the side of Graves's head.
Zaire is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Zaire lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Zaire is controlling the pace.
Graves is not content to let Zaire control the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Abdullah Zaire dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Alex Graves's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Zaire dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Graves. That did some damage!
Graves takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Zaire lands a front kick.
Graves on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Zaire throws a quick inside leg kick.
Zaire throws a head kick but Graves moves out of range.
Graves drops down looking for a counter takedown but Zaire sprawls and moves away.
Zaire throws the kick towards the body but Graves avoids it.
Graves drops down looking for a counter takedown but Zaire sprawls and moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zaire buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Alex Graves is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD#
Zaire gets caught flat footed, as Graves shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Zaire working a defensive guard here.
Graves advances position into side control!#T1#
Zaire holding on.
Zaire is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Zaire keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Zaire won't allow Graves to pass to mount.
Zaire is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.#SUB#
Graves is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Zaire is just riding it out for now. Graves eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Graves is working for a kimura but Zaire is defending it quite comfortably.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Zaire slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Graves stopping the sweep attempt from Zaire.
Zaire is still trying to improve position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Zaire bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Graves's guard. #REVB#
Zaire is pushing down on Graves's leg trying to pass to half guard. Graves is fighting to maintain full guard but Zaire has managed to sneak the leg through.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Zaire in particular looking to stall.
Zaire looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Graves with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Graves is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Zaire seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #T3#
Ground and pound from Zaire.
Zaire not doing much here.
Graves is not content to let Zaire control the position.
Zaire lands a big elbow from half guard. That looks like it's hurt Graves quite badly. Graves pulls Zaire in close trying to recover. Zaire postures up and lands two really hard shots that put Graves on queer street! The ref takes a look and decides to call an end to the fight! Possibly an early stoppage but Graves doesn't seem to be complaining too much.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:44 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Abdullah Zaire!
Abdullah Zaire is the new middleweight champion!
Abdullah Zaire decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
The defeated Alex Graves had this to say: 'This isn't over. That was luck and we will be back to breaking arms and spirits very soon!'.

Event: USFC 124
Date: Nov 26, 2016

#R1#
Walker throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Graves misses with a takedown attempt
and Walker counters with a nice body shot.
Nice body punch from Walker.
Nice takedown defense from Walker. No joy for Graves on that attempt.
Walker stuns Graves with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Walker lands a head kick!
Walker has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Graves is landing a low percentage of strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Walker misses with a head kick.
Graves half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Walker fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Graves keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
John Walker seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Walker misses with a right hand #TD#
and Graves counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Graves trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Walker looking to hit a scissor sweep but Graves is one step ahead there.
We've been hearing good reports from Graves'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.
Walker keeping full guard, as Graves tries to pass.
Graves pushing down on Walker's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB#
Graves is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Walker sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Graves is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Walker has managed to free his arm - good work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Graves moves nicely into side control. #T2##SUB#
Graves is trying to get an arm triangle but Walker is defending well. #SUB#
Graves working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB#
Graves is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Walker knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Walker prevents Graves from improving position. #T3#
Graves working away.#SUB#
Graves thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Walker is trying to control Graves's posture but Graves avoids it. #SUB#
Graves goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Walker has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Graves but great work by Walker.
Graves regains half guard.
Graves moves into full guard.
Walker's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB#
Graves escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Walker gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Graves escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Walker gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T4##SUB#
Graves escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Walker gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Walker loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Walker wants to get up but he can't break Graves's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #SUB#
Graves working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Walker doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Walker manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Walker won't allow Graves to sweep him here. #SUB#
Walker got a little sloppy there for a moment and Graves has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Walker has managed to get both his arms back between Graves's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Graves has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Walker can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Alex Graves will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Walker cracks Graves with a right hand to the side of the head.
Walker chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Walker lands a jab to the head.
A solid body kick from Walker.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Walker tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Graves was well out of range. Poor timing from Walker.
Walker throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Alex Graves is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Nice uppercut there from Walker.#T1#
Walker throws a leg kick which misses Graves's front leg but catches the back leg as Graves tries to avoid it.
Walker scores with a spinning back kick!
Walker connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Walker feints and then cracks Graves's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Graves down.
Walker connects with a body shot that sends Graves's belly button to the back.
Walker fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Graves has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Walker thows a leg kick but Graves checks it #TD#
and Graves counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Walker is controlling Graves's position as best he can from this difficult position.#T2#
Graves is looking to pass Walker's guard but actually Walker recovers to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Walker keeping full guard, as Graves tries to pass.
Graves passes Walker's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Graves 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.
Walker is doing well to control the position and prevent Graves from advancing to side control.#T3##SUB#
Graves is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB#
Graves is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Walker is just riding it out for now. Graves eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Graves is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB#
Graves is looking for a kimura here. #SUB#
Graves is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Walker sees it coming and defends easily.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Walker can do anything to dispel that myth.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Graves is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB#
Graves is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Walker doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Graves. #SUB#
Graves maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Walker could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Graves has cracked it and Walker is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Graves!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:54 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Alex Graves!
Alex Graves is the new middleweight champion!
Alex Graves gave a mention to Lion Fightwear in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

Event: PF 17 - Boy vs Zaire
Date: Oct 22, 2016

#R1#
Wada changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Wada lands with a nice body punch.
Wada cracks Graves with an open hand slap.
Wada throws a body shot but no joy.
Graves half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Wada is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Graves.
Wada connects with a good right hand that stumbles Graves. Graves circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Graves takes one to the side of the head. #TD#
Graves scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Graves is pressing down on Wada's thigh, looking to free his foot. Wada is holding on for now.
Graves is working hard here to advance position.
Wada gets back to full guard. #SUB2#
Wada is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Graves defends well.
Graves postures up. #T1##SUB#
Graves drops back looking for a leg! Wada is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Wada manages to kick Graves off! Graves jumps back into Wada's guard.
Wada looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Wada keeping full guard, as Graves tries to pass.
Wada manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Graves manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Wada loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #SUB#
Graves has his foot on Wada's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Wada works his way back into a safe position though.
Graves seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Wada wants to pass the guard but Graves is keeping the position.#SUB#
Graves throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Wada is working Graves over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #T2#
Graves keeping moving, preventing Wada from controlling successfully.
Wada looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB#
Graves has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Wada can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Graves has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Wada doesn't defend quickly enough and Graves has managed to lock this one up! Can Wada escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Graves on a fantastic submission victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Alex Graves!
As Alex Graves got his breath back, he grabbed the microphone and managed to blurt out the following: Beast Boy? You're not that good, mate. You're not that good, you're not that good looking and you've got nothing on me. Now, I've got your belt too. Eat shit, Beast Bitch!'.

Event: PF 15 - Bismark vs Abrams
Date: Oct 08, 2016

#R1#
Boy scores with a jab.
Beast Boy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Boy defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Graves.
Boy was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Boy scores with a leg kick.
Boy lands a nice shot that snaps Graves's head back.
Graves takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Boy lands a jab to the nose.
Graves throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Boy's waist but Boy gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Graves off to one side.
Boy was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Graves closes this distance looking for a takedown but Boy circles away.
Beast Boy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alex Graves.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Boy moves into the clinch.
Boy with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Boy.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Boy lands a left hand.
Graves goes for a takedown attempt but Boy pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Graves takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#T1#
Boy lands a really nice looking cross but Graves seems unphased.
Boy scores with a jab.#ROC#
Graves is rocked!
Boy flashes Graves a smile before throwing a beast of a right hand, straight down the pipe. Graves's eyes follow the hand right onto his nose, taking in it's full glory... and then darkness. Graves crumples to the floor! He's out cold! Boy punches the air and yells at the top of his lungs - yeeeeeeeeeeah!!!! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Beast Boy!
Beast Boy retains his middleweight title!
The defeated Alex Graves had this to say: 'Fuuuuuuuuuuuuudge. Fudge.'.

Event: PF 13 - Bismarck vs Laiho
Date: Sep 17, 2016

#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Graves has his takedown stuffed#CL2#
and Ranieri moves into the clinch.
Ranieri lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Graves has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Ranieri avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Ranieri connects with a knee to the head. #TD2#
Ranieri has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Graves uses from the top position.
Ranieri is trying to keep Graves in close.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Graves advances to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Graves is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Ranieri is just riding it out for now. Graves eventually gives up the hold.
Ranieri wants to control but Graves is keeping busy.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T1#
Ranieri is looking for a sweep. Graves is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Graves is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB#
Graves is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Ranieri has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Graves is working away from the top position though.
Graves passes to side control. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Ranieri is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Ranieri is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Graves pulls his head out easily.
Graves wants to free his trapped foot but Ranieri is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Ranieri is trying to maintain the position but Graves is very close to passing his half guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Ranieri tries to roll over but Graves keeps him under control.#SUB#
Graves is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Ranieri has managed to free his arm - good work.
Graves tries to pass the half guard into mount. Ranieri knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T3#
Graves is thwarting Ranieri's attempts to control the position.
Ranieri is looking to improve his position. #SUB2#
Ranieri actively working from the bottom here.
Ranieri 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.#SUB#
Graves seems to be working for a kimura but Ranieri defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Ranieri looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Ranieri tries to get to full guard but Graves has control of the leg. #SUB#
Graves is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Ranieri defends it well. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SU#
Graves stands up from half guard.
Graves tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Ranieri swivels and escapes.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Alex Graves. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Graves is defended easily by Ranieri.#T5#
Graves throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Ranieri's waist but Ranieri gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Graves off to one side.
Ranieri leaves Graves with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#TD#
Graves darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#T6#
Ranieri trying to control but Graves postures up.
Ranieri is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Graves's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Graves's back!
Ranieri biding his time, looking for the opening.
Graves is keeping busy.
Graves manages to reverse the position and now he's in Ranieri's guard. Nice work there by Graves. #SUB2#
Ranieri looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Graves tries to stand but Ranieri is controlling from the bottom.
Graves stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ranieri swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T7#
Ranieri is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Graves passes into half guard. #SU#
Graves postures up and decides to stand up, from the half guard. The ref calls for Ranieri to stand up. #TD#
Graves throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Ranieri was covering up waiting for the punch and Graves finishes the takedown easily into guard. #SUB2#
Ranieri escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Graves gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Graves pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ranieri is keeping the position for now. #T8##SUB#
Graves drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Graves jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Ranieri trying to keep a closed guard but Graves is proving a slippery customer.
Graves works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB#
Graves is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB#
Ranieri is defending against the submission attempts here by Graves. #SUB#
Graves is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Ranieri sees it coming and defends easily.#T9##SUB2#
Ranieri is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Graves pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Graves trying to work for an americana but Ranieri has managed to regain full guard. #SUB2#
Ranieri had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Graves defends it easily.#SUB#
Graves drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Graves jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Ranieri is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Graves is aware though and is defending well.
Graves pushing down on Ranieri's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Ranieri gets full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alex Graves dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R2#
Graves darts in looking for a takedown but Ranieri gets double underhooks and turns Graves into the ropes.
Graves has a takedown stuffed.
Ranieri steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Graves.#TD#
Graves closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Ranieri quickly recovers to half guard.
Graves is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ranieri can do to turn this around?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Graves seems to be looking for submissions. #T1#
Ranieri is looking for a sweep. Graves is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Ranieri is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Graves jumps into side control!
Ranieri is looking for a sweep.
Graves working away.
Ranieri manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Ranieri is looking to control Graves's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Ranieri avoid being mounted?#SUB2#
Ranieri actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Graves is working for a kimura but Ranieri is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB#
Graves looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique. #T2#
Ranieri moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB#
Graves drops back looking for a leg! Ranieri is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Ranieri manages to kick Graves off! Graves jumps back into Ranieri's guard. #SUB2#
Ranieri has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Graves can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T3##SUB2#
Ranieri looking for subs off his back but Graves has passed one foot through into half guard.
Ranieri wants to improve his position but Graves is controlling well. #SUB#
Graves is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB#
Graves is working for a kimura here but Ranieri manages to reverse the position and he's now in Graves's guard. #SUB#
Graves is looking for a triangle here but Ranieri uses the submission attempt to pass into side control. #T4##SUB2#
Ranieri wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Graves, who protects the arm well.
Graves tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Ranieri wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Graves is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Ranieri's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Graves wants to improve his position but Ranieri is controlling well. #SUB#
Graves is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ranieri pulls his head out easily.
Ranieri trying to control the action but Graves is working from the bottom.
Alex Graves overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T5##SUB2#
Ranieri is working for a kimura but Graves is defending it quite comfortably.
Ranieri tries to pass to full mount but Graves defends it. #SUB#
Graves looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Graves is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Ranieri jumps into side control!
Graves is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Graves is not content to let Ranieri control the position. #T6#
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#
Ranieri tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Graves is looking to reverse the position.#SUB2#
Ranieri is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Graves has escaped the position, nice work there.
Graves is looking to regain half guard here but Ranieri keeps moving and retains side control. #T7##SUB2#
Ranieri goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Graves has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Ranieri but great work by Graves.#SUB#
Graves tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Ranieri tries to control the position but he's not in luck - Graves easily slips into full mount!
Ranieri is in all sorts of trouble here.
Alex Graves is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Ranieri tries to hold on but Graves pushes him away. #SUB#
Graves goes for an armbar but Ranieri turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Ranieri. #SUB#
Graves looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T8#
Ranieri tries to free his leg and advance position but Graves is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Graves has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Ranieri 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 Graves.
Graves is looking for a sweep.
Graves manages to work his way to half guard, despite Ranieri's best efforts.#SUB#
Graves is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ranieri pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Graves is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ranieri pulls his head out easily.
Ranieri wants to control but Graves is keeping him busy.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB2#
Ranieri is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Graves still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Graves has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work! #T9#
Graves working away.
Graves passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Ranieri! #SUB#
Graves has control of Ranieri's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Ranieri regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Ranieri 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.
Joe Ranieri has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB#
Graves 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.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Graves is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Ranieri doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Graves.

And that's the end of the fight!
Alex Graves showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Graves 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 2 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight for Alex Graves!
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight for Alex Graves!
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight for Alex Graves!

Alex Graves wins by unanimous decision!
A determined Alex Graves didn't want to dwell on this fight in his post fight interview. Instead he was more keen to state he wants a title shot. Let's see if he gets it!

Event: PF 11 - Loveladdy vs Bresnar 2
Date: Sep 03, 2016

#R1#
Contonio throws a nice inside leg kick.
Contonio swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches. #TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Contonio enables Graves to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Contonio manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Contonio lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Contonio wants to get up but he can't break Graves's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #SUB2#
Graves looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Contonio is defending well. Graves quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Contonio has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Graves celebrates on the ropes, with the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Alex Graves!
Alex Graves really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that V-Mask Clothing (10%) logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

Event: PF 7 - Stewart vs Hardy 2
Date: Jul 23, 2016

#R1#
Zapata fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Graves has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Graves shoots in and drives through. Zapata sprawls well.
A little jabbing left from Zapata on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Zapata moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Graves shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Zapata looks to land a combination. Graves sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Graves walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Nice sprawl there from Zapata as Graves shoots in.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Alex Graves. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Zapata throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand. #CUT2#
It looks like Alex Graves has been cut.
Graves fails to land the takedown.
Zapata throws a body kick that digs right into the meat. #T1#
Zapata swings for the body but Graves moves out of range.
Graves tries to counter with a takedown but Zapata is quick to defend against it.
Zapata throws a quick inside leg kick.
Zapata moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Graves shoots in for a takedown but Zapata shows good takedown defense.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Zapata, right into the meat.
Zapata throws a leg kick which misses Graves's front leg but catches the back leg as Graves tries to avoid it.
Graves 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.
Graves has been working on his boxing with his coaches at FIERCE in the buildup to the fight.
Graves closes this distance looking for a takedown but Zapata circles away.
Zapata lands a right hook to the body.
Graves gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#T2#
Zapata connects with a leg kick. Graves looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Graves is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Graves moves out of range of the leg kick from Zapata.
Zapata leaves Graves with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Zapata is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Zapata.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Zapata scores with a kick to the midsection.
Graves takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Zapata fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Good standup being displayed there by Zapata as he connects with a hook.#T3#
Horrible takedown attempt by Graves or perhaps it was just good defense by Zapata, which made it look bad.
Graves with a poor takedown
and Zapata counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Zapata fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Zapata listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Zapata lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Graves at a distance.
Both fighters circling a little - Zapata finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Graves is breathing heavily.
Zapata lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Zapata misses with a jab, cross combination.
Graves misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#T4#
Zapata fakes the leg kick and cracks Graves in the body.
Zapata misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Graves changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
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!
Zapata throws a nice inside leg kick.
Graves looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Zapata is fending him off so far but Graves persists. Nope, Zapata circles away and we're back to standing.
Zapata scores with the left hand. Graves knows he should have avoided that one.
Zapata lands with a shot to the body.
Zapata lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#ROC2#
Graves is rocked!
Zapata throws a pinpoint strike between Graves's hands that connects right on the jaw and sends Graves crashing to the floor! He's out before he even hits the mat and Zapata scores a great knockout victory!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Emiliano Zapata!
After winning the bout, Emiliano Zapata thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
In defeat, Alex Graves stepped up to the mic, saying 'No way, no way. That crap was stopped too soon!'.

Event: USFC 118
Date: May 15, 2016

#R1##CL#
OvGod fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Graves, pushing him back against the cage.
OvGod connects with a knee to the head. #CUT#
It looks like Alex Graves has been cut.
Graves is trying to drag OvGod to the mat but OvGod just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
OvGod misses with a shot to the kidneys.
OvGod stops a takedown attempt from Graves.
OvGod tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Graves drops to a knee looking for a takedown but OvGod gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Laam OvGod has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alex Graves.
OvGod lands a left hand.
Graves wants a takedown.
Graves is looking to take this one to the mat.
Graves looks winded!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Graves's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
OvGod stops a takedown attempt from Graves. #BC#
OvGod breaks from the clinch.
OvGod scores with a shot to the body.
OvGod lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
This has been an exciting period of action!
OvGod throws an overhand right from the outside, which connects and sends Graves stumbling backwards into the cage! Graves bounces back off the cage towards OvGod, who cracks him with a two punch combination that drops him to his knees! OvGod lands two more shots before the referee has chance to intervene - what a finish! OvGod celebrates with his corner as the crowd cheer loudly.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:05 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Laam OvGod!
A very excited looking Laam OvGod 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.
Alex Graves spoke after the fight, saying 'No way, no way. That crap was stopped too soon!'.

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