Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: MMMA 89 Kocur vs Grossweiner
Date: Aug 12, 2018

#R1#
A head kick from Blake lands but Conrad takes it in his stride.
Blake with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Conrad to score with a decent uppercut.#CUT2#
It looks like Edward Blake has been cut.
Blake rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Conrad counters with a nice leg kick.
Blake tries to land a front kick but Conrad steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
A clash of legs there as Conrad blocks the low kick.
Blake looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Blake throws a body punch but Conrad moves out of range.
Blake really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Nice uppercut there from Blake.
Conrad misses with a hook.
Conrad tries to clinch there but Blake circles away.
Blake is looking to counter with a body kick.
Conrad throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Blake is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Blake! #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Conrad lands a left hand that snaps the head of Blake backwards. #BC#
Blake manages to break the clinch.
Conrad takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #ROC#
Conrad is rocked!#T1#
Blake connects with a body shot.
Conrad is still on wobbly legs! Can Blake finish him?
Conrad misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Blake lands a brutal uppercut that launches Conrad off his feet! Conrad tumbles to the floor, barely conscious - the referee jumps in to save him from a beating! Wow, what an ending!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:09 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Edward Blake!
A victorious Edward Blake thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: MMMA Yaj Vs Madness
Date: Jun 20, 2018

#R1#
Conrad throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Conrad 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.
Conrad lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Conrad misses with a right hand
and Brophy counters with a leg kick.
Conrad with a hook.
Conrad misses with an uppercut
and Brophy counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT#
It looks like Bilabong Conrad has been cut.
A low kick from Conrad misses
and Brophy counters with a body kick.
Conrad cracks the inside of Brophy's front leg.
Brophy avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Bilabong Conrad seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Conrad ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Conrad throws a looping overhand right but Brophy ducks down to avoid it.
Brophy fires out a quick counter leg kick but Conrad just manages to avoid it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Conrad walks into a stiff left hand from Brophy.#ROC#
Conrad is rocked!
Brophy sees an opening and throws a straight punch right through Conrad's defenses. It connects perfectly with Conrad's jaw and knocks him out cold! Wow - that's a contender for knockout of the year - absolutely brutal!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). John Brophy!
John Brophy seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: MMMA 80 Kelly Vs Kahn
Date: Jun 10, 2018

#R1#
Ninefingers throws a hook to the side of Conrad's head but Conrad sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#TD#
Conrad fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Ninefingers sprawls well initially but Conrad persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Conrad wants to control but Ninefingers is keeping him busy.
Conrad is looking to advance position but Ninefingers won't allow it. #SUB#
Conrad is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB#
Conrad is working for a submission of some sort.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Conrad wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ninefingers keeps working. #T1##SUB#
Ninefingers is defending against the submission attempts here by Conrad.
Conrad is trying to control the action in half guard but Ninefingers is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Conrad looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB#
Conrad is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Ninefingers is just riding it out for now. Conrad eventually gives up the hold.
Conrad is pressing down on Ninefingers's thigh, looking to free his foot. Ninefingers is holding on for now. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Ninefingers is trying to get back to full guard.
Conrad slows the pace down in half guard.
Conrad passes to full mount!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ninefingers tries to hold on but Conrad pushes him away. #T3#
Conrad trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Conrad wants to take his opponent's back but Ninefingers doesn't allow it.
Conrad controlling his opponent.
Ninefingers tries to hold on but Conrad postures up.
Conrad wants to take his opponent's back but Ninefingers doesn't allow it. #SUB#
Conrad is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Ninefingers is surviving well by controlling Conrad's body position as best he can. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Conrad with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Conrad can't control as he wanted to and Ninefingers manages to get the fight back to his half guard.
Conrad trying to control the action but Ninefingers is working from the bottom.
Conrad is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Ninefingers is defending against the submission attempts here by Conrad.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bilabong Conrad dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Ninefingers connects with a body shot.
Ninefingers throws a big shot that misses.
Ninefingers looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Ninefingers throws a shot from downtown. Conrad moves away and avoids it.
Conrad cracks Ninefingers with an open hand slap.
Conrad tries to land a body kick
and Ninefingers counters with a nice body shot. #TD#
Conrad looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Ninefingers!
Conrad is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Conrad laying and praying for a moment but Ninefingers takes advantage and regains half guard. #T1#
Conrad trying to pass the guard but Ninefingers defending well. #SUB#
Conrad is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Ninefingers has managed to free his arm - good work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ninefingers is not content to let Conrad control the position.#SUB#
Conrad seems to be looking for submissions. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Ninefingers is trying to get back to full guard.
Ninefingers keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Conrad is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB#
Conrad is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Conrad seems to be working for a kimura but Ninefingers defends the submission attempt.#T3#
Conrad is pressing down on Ninefingers's thigh, looking to free his foot. Ninefingers is holding on for now.
Conrad is working hard here to advance position.
Ninefingers tries to get to full guard but Conrad has control of the leg. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Logan Ninefingers is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Conrad darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Conrad connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Conrad shoots in for a takedown but Ninefingers shows good takedown defense. #T4#
Conrad comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
The fighters circle momentarily. Ninefingers darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Ninefingers jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Conrad half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Ninefingers uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Conrad.
Conrad ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Ninefingers tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Conrad was well out of range. Poor timing from Ninefingers.
Conrad takes a head kick and keeps coming. #CL#
Conrad gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Conrad is trying to pull guard but Ninefingers turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
A short right from Conrad.
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!
Conrad misses with the head strike.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Conrad fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short left from Ninefingers.
Conrad throws a punch but it's blocked by Ninefingers.
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 Bilabong Conrad will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Conrad missing with a left hand there. Ninefingers was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Ninefingers throws a poor cross that misses
and Conrad counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Conrad tries to clinch up but Ninefingers circles away and keeps his distance.
Conrad throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Ninefingers finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Conrad lands with a shot to the body.
Conrad scores with a jab to the jaw.
A jab from Ninefingers does it's job there.
Ninefingers misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Conrad.
It looked like Conrad wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Ninefingers misses with a hook. Conrad ducked under it nicely.
Conrad throws a head kick that misses.
Conrad loads up on a big right hand but Ninefingers slips the punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ninefingers throws an overhand right that lands on Conrad's shoulder, as Conrad tries to avoid the shot.
Conrad throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Ninefingers throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Conrad.
Ninefingers swats away the attempt to clinch by Conrad.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nice defenses there by Conrad.
Conrad half committed to a counter leg kick.#T1#
Ninefingers pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Conrad plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Conrad takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
A head kick misses from Ninefingers.
Conrad tries to close the distance and clinch up but Ninefingers swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Ninefingers looks to score with a jab to the body but Conrad is just out of range.
Conrad looks to land a right hand but Ninefingers moved out of range.
Ninefingers takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Ninefingers tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Conrad was well out of range. Poor timing from Ninefingers.
Conrad wants to clinch but Ninefingers slips to the side
and Conrad takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Conrad ducks under a wild hook from Ninefingers.
Ninefingers lands a jab to the nose.
Conrad uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ninefingers.
Ninefingers takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Ninefingers misses with a body kick.
Conrad throwing a counter right hand but Ninefingers manages to avoid it.
Conrad is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.#T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Conrad ducks under a wild hook from Ninefingers.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Conrad.
Ninefingers takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Conrad avoids the body shot from Ninefingers.
Conrad displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ninefingers throws out the jab.
Conrad ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ninefingers moves away.
Logan Ninefingers seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Conrad scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Conrad throws a leg kick but Ninefingers moved away.
Conrad misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Conrad throws a hook but Ninefingers blocks it.
Conrad throws a hook but Ninefingers avoids it easily.
Ninefingers drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
A jab from Conrad finds it's way through Ninefingers's defenses.
Ninefingers stuns Conrad with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#T3#
Conrad takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Ninefingers lands with a cross.
Conrad on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Conrad lands a jab to the head.
Ninefingers works the jab nicely.
Conrad takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Ninefingers tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Conrad was well out of range. Poor timing from Ninefingers.
Ninefingers moves out of range as Conrad strikes.
Conrad bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Ninefingers's head backwards.
Jab by Ninefingers.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Conrad takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Conrad misses with a straight right.
Conrad slips a jab from Ninefingers.
Ninefingers takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Conrad moves out of range as Ninefingers strikes.#T4#
Conrad tries to land a front kick but Ninefingers steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Logan Ninefingers seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ninefingers slips a straight right by Conrad.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Ninefingers - that will leave a mark!
Ninefingers throws an overhand right that lands on Conrad's shoulder, as Conrad tries to avoid the shot.
Ninefingers tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Ninefingers jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Conrad jabs Ninefingers to the body, keeping him at a distance.
A swing and a miss from Conrad.
A telegraphed right hand from Conrad misses the target.
Ninefingers bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Conrad bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Ninefingers with a hook.
Conrad throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Conrad bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Logan Ninefingers has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Conrad throws a nice looking combination but Ninefingers bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Logan Ninefingers.
I think Conrad 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 Robert Twigg scores the fight 29:28
Judge George Francis scores the fight 29:28
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Bilabong Conrad!
A relieved looking Bilabong Conrad 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: MMMA 75 Boagrius vs Dragovic 2
Date: May 06, 2018

#R1#
Butcher scores with a sloppy right hand. Conrad should have avoided that one.
Conrad listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Butcher misses with a looping left.
Butcher displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Conrad throws out the jab.
Butcher connects with a good right hand that stumbles Conrad. Conrad circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Butcher throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#CL2#
Butcher moves into the clinch.
We've been hearing reports that Conrad has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Conrad has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Butcher avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Conrad misses with a punch on the inside.
Conrad lands with a right to the head.
Conrad taking a breather.
Butcher leaning his opponent against the cage.
Conrad tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Butcher's elbow.
Conrad lands with a right to the head. #T1#
Conrad doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #TD#
Conrad pulls guard successfully. #SUB#
Butcher got a little sloppy there for a moment and Conrad has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Butcher has managed to get both his arms back between Conrad's legs - danger averted.
Conrad tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Butcher wants to control from the top but Conrad keeps moving.
Butcher looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Conrad is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Conrad looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Conrad is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Butcher defends well.
Butcher trying to control the position from guard on top but Conrad is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Conrad lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Conrad trying to control the position from guard on top but Butcher is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3##SUB#
Conrad drops back looking for a leg! Butcher is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Butcher manages to kick Conrad off! Conrad jumps back into Butcher's guard.
Conrad is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Butcher controlling Conrad's posture.
Conrad wants to control from the top but Butcher keeps moving.
Conrad is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Butcher looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Conrad puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Butcher has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Conrad is working away from the top position though.
Butcher is staying active underneath Conrad, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Conrad is really struggling to control Butcher but he's trying to hold on to the position.#SUB#
Butcher is defending against the submission attempts here by Conrad.
Butcher looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Still in half guard, Conrad seems content to control.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Butcher walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Conrad takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Billy Butcher is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Conrad moves forwards but Butcher connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Butcher looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
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 Bilabong Conrad will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Butcher tries to close the distance and clinch up but Conrad swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Conrad tries to counter with a takedown but Butcher is quick to defend against it.
Conrad misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Butcher misses with a hook
and Conrad counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Conrad is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Butcher can do to turn this around?
Conrad ducks under a wild hook from Butcher.
Butcher misses with a low kick.
Conrad ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Butcher displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Conrad throws out the jab.
Conrad lands a head kick!
Conrad throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Butcher fails in his attempt to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Butcher connects with a knee to the head.
Butcher is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Conrad is defending well for now.
Conrad is working for takedown but Butcher is calmly controlling the position for now.#T1#
Butcher dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Butcher throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Conrad blocks it with crossed arms.
Conrad scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Butcher throws a knee to the head but misses.
Butcher putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Conrad in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Conrad scores with a nice hook to the head.
Conrad lands a hook to the side of the head.
Butcher blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Conrad lands a nice uppercut.
Butcher using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Conrad has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
A short body shot lands from Conrad as the two fighters clinch.
Conrad taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Conrad misses with a hook from the clinch. #T2#
Conrad blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Conrad.
Butcher missing with knees to the body.
Conrad avoiding damage as Butcher throws knees to the body.
Butcher stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Conrad lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Conrad working aggressively here.
Butcher leaning against his opponent.
Butcher blocking some punches.
Butcher is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Conrad creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Conrad makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Conrad gets through Butcher's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Butcher has Conrad pressed against the cage. #T3#
Conrad presses Butcher against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Butcher is struggling to control the position.
Conrad lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Butcher is looking to control Conrad's arms but Conrad gets an underhook and turns him. Now Butcher has his back to the cage.
Butcher looking to stall.
Conrad tries to throw a body punch but Butcher avoids it by throwing Conrad back against the cage.
Butcher tries a knee to the head but Conrad blocks it.
Bilabong Conrad has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Conrad lands with a right to the head.
Conrad lands with a light punch inside.
Butcher stalling in the clinch but Conrad improves position.
Conrad misses with the head strike. #T4#
Butcher tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Conrad avoids it.
Conrad lands with a short shot to the head.
Conrad jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Butcher walks away with a smile on his face. Conrad gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Butcher takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Butcher tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Butcher wants to clinch up but Conrad keeps it at a distance.
Conrad connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Conrad throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
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!
Conrad attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Conrad with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Conrad with a jab.
Butcher tries to move into range but Conrad moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Butcher missing with a left hand there. Conrad was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Conrad punishes Butcher's body with a nice straight punch.
Butcher walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bilabong Conrad dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Conrad throws a big shot that misses.
Conrad throws a looping overhand right but Butcher ducks down to avoid it.
A little jabbing left from Butcher on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Conrad pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Conrad connects with a high kick.
Butcher misses with a wild body shot.
Conrad drops down looking for a counter takedown but Butcher sprawls and moves away.
Butcher moves away from the strike by Conrad. #TD#
Conrad throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Butcher was covering up waiting for the punch and Conrad finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Conrad trying to control but Butcher is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Butcher looking to hit a scissor sweep but Conrad is one step ahead there.
Butcher not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #T1#
Conrad tries to free his leg and advance position but Butcher is retaining full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Butcher 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#
Conrad is trying to get back to full guard.
Conrad is refusing to be controlled, as Butcher sits in half guard.
Conrad is trying to maintain the position but Butcher is very close to passing his half guard.#T2#
Conrad makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Conrad.
Butcher controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Conrad looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Butcher puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Butcher performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Butcher is trying to control. Conrad wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T3#
Conrad wants to get back to full guard.
Butcher wants to control but Conrad is keeping him busy.
Conrad wants to improve his position but Butcher is controlling well. #SUB#
Conrad actively working from the bottom here.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Conrad ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Butcher moves away.
Conrad thuds his right hand into Butcher's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Conrad loads up on a big right hand but Butcher slips the punch.
Bilabong Conrad seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A chopping leg kick lands by Butcher.
Good shot there by Butcher.#T4##CL#
Conrad closes the distance and clinches.
Butcher is trying to stall.
Conrad swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Conrad misses with a punch on the inside.
Butcher with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Billy Butcher has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Butcher is looking to control Conrad's arms but Conrad gets an underhook and turns him. Now Butcher has his back to the cage.
Conrad stalling the fight.
A nice left hand lands by Conrad.
Conrad misses with a hook from the clinch.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Conrad lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Conrad tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Butcher swings away with an uppercut that misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Butcher tries a knee to the head but he's missed.

And that's the end of the fight!
Bilabong Conrad showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Conrad has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 30:27
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 30:27
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bilabong Conrad!
A very excited looking Bilabong Conrad 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: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 10, 2018

#R1#
Conrad lands a head kick!
Winfield lands a slapping body shot. #CL2#
Winfield closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Winfield drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Conrad gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Winfield is working for takedown but Conrad is calmly controlling the position for now.
Winfield can't find room to land a body shot as Conrad controls the action.
Conrad scores with a shot to the side of Winfield's head.
Winfield goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #BC#
Conrad manages to break the clinch.
Conrad bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Winfield's head.
Conrad scoring well with a low kick there.
Conrad swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bilabong Conrad seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Winfield tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Conrad paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Conrad misses with an uppercut.
Conrad scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Conrad scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#T1#
Conrad cracks Winfield with a good jab.
Conrad turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Winfield tries to close the distance and clinch but Conrad swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Winfield slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Conrad scores with a leg kick.
Nice defenses there by Winfield.
Conrad looks to land a left hand but Winfield moved out of range nicely.
Winfield is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Conrad misses with a lunging right hand
and Winfield cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CL2#
Winfield clinches up against the cage.
Winfield wants a takedown.
Bilabong Conrad has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jules Winfield.
Conrad lands a body shot in the clinch.
Winfield tries to score a body lock takedown but Conrad shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Conrad cracks Winfield with a nice body shot.#BC2#
Winfield's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T2#
Nice shot lands for Conrad.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Winfield drops his hands momentarily and Conrad takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Winfield blocks a leg kick.#CL#
Conrad pushes Winfield up against the cage in a clinch.
Winfield is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Conrad gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.#BC2#
Winfield breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Bilabong Conrad is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Conrad lands with a right hand.
Winfield fails in his attempt to clinch.
Winfield ducks under a wild hook from Conrad.
Conrad throws a hook but Winfield avoids it easily.
Winfield gets hit by the mother of all head kicks and drops to the canvas in a crumpled heap! Woooow, the Internet is going to be talking about this one for weeks!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Bilabong Conrad!
Bilabong Conrad decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
Jules Winfield was interviewed post fight and said 'Cash me ousside, how bow dah'.

Event: TRFC105
Date: Jan 07, 2018

#R1#
Conrad scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Conrad tries to land a leg kick but Secoy saw it coming and moves away.
Conrad slips a straight right by Secoy.
Conrad tries to clinch but Secoy is having none of it.
A clash of legs there as Conrad blocks the low kick.
Conrad tries to score with a low kick but Secoy moves his leg out of the way.
Secoy connects with a leg kick. Conrad looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
A low kick from Conrad is predictable there
and Secoy counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Conrad on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Secoy. Secoy obviously looking to wear him down.
A chopping leg kick lands by Conrad.
Some bone on bone action there as Conrad checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Conrad lands with a thumping leg kick.
Secoy moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Conrad throws a chopping leg kick but Secoy manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Conrad turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Secoy lands with an uppercut that bounces Conrad off the cage and back into range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Secoy throws a chopping leg kick but Conrad manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Conrad tries a quick counter leg kick but Secoy is wise to it.
A shot to the body from Conrad misses
letting Secoy counter with a right hand.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Conrad waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Secoy.
Conrad chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Secoy is looking to slow Conrad down with leg kicks. #T1#
Conrad misses with a low kick.
Conrad throws a hook to the side of Secoy's head but Secoy sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Conrad throws a low kick, looking for Secoy's leg but Secoy calmly moves out of range.
Good leg kick by Conrad there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Secoy uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Conrad takes one to the side of the head. #ROC#
Conrad is rocked!
Secoy tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Conrad is still on wobbly legs! Can Secoy finish him?
Conrad cracks Secoy with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Secoy connects with a solid leg kick.
Secoy knocks out Conrad with a massive right hand! The ref tackles Secoy before he can follow up with any more strikes and that's it everyone. Secoy picks up the big W with a huge KO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Azamat Secoy!

Event: TRFC fn1
Date: Dec 06, 2017

#R1#
Conrad looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
A slow jab from Conrad misses its intended target.
Sha misses with a jab, cross combination.
Sha lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Conrad at a distance.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Conrad lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Sha has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Sha and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Sha appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Conrad throws a solid leg kick but Sha takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Conrad.
Conrad tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Sha manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Sha checks a leg kick nicely.
A low kick from Conrad misses
and Sha counters with a nice uppercut.
Conrad uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sha.
Conrad misses with an uppercut
enabling Sha to counter with a crisp jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Conrad walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Sha checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Sha connects with a body shot that sends Conrad's belly button to the back.
A bone on bone clash there as Sha blocks the leg kick.
It seemed like Sha was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Conrad tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Sha is able to avoid easily.
Sha throws out a counter right but Conrad avoids it with no problem.#T1#
Sha takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Conrad throws a leg kick
and Sha connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Sha misses with a head kick.
Conrad looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
A chopping leg kick lands by Conrad.
Conrad misses with a leg kick.
Sha swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Conrad throws a low kick, looking for Sha's leg but Sha calmly moves out of range.
Sha swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
No luck for Conrad with that takedown attempt.
Despite the aggression on Sha's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Conrad looks to score with a jab to the body but Sha is just out of range.
Sha is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Jab from Sha.
Conrad throws a sloppy head kick and Sha moves out of range easily.
We've been informed that Sha has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Conrad throws out a leg kick but Sha moves out of range and Conrad only half commits.
Sha goes for a double leg but Conrad avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Conrad continues to drive forward.
Conrad throws a head kick that misses. #T2#
A nice leg kick lands there from Conrad.
Conrad finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Sha 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.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Conrad tries to work over Sha's front leg with a kick but Sha checks it.
Conrad feints and then cracks Sha's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Sha down.
Conrad throws a lazy head kick #TD2#
and Sha counters with a shoot takedown. Conrad fights it but they end up in 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.
Conrad wants to stand and escape but Sha is having none of it.
Sha is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Conrad controls Sha momentarily but Sha frees himself.
Sha trying to control the position from guard on top but Conrad is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Conrad is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Sha trying to control but Conrad is working from the bottom.
Sha throwing strikes but missing. #T3#
Sha stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Conrad swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Conrad is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Sha wants to pass the guard but Conrad is keeping the position.
Conrad preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Conrad is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Sha is controlling him.
Sha is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Sha has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Sha scoring with punches to the head and body.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sha connects with a couple of short punches.
Sha stops Conrad from standing up.
Sha trying to control the position from guard on top but Conrad is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
Sha scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Conrad pulls Sha in close to his closed guard and prevents Sha from doing any damage or advancing position.
Sha works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Conrad wants to get back to his feet.
Conrad moves into full guard.
Sha prevents Conrad from getting back to his feet.
Conrad is trying to keep Sha in close.
Sha is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Sha is pushing down on Conrad's leg trying to pass to half guard. Conrad is fighting to maintain full guard but Sha has managed to sneak the leg through.
Conrad on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Sha is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Seb Sha dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Conrad cracks Sha with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
An inside leg kick lands from Conrad. #TD2#
Sha closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Sha lands in his opponent's guard.
Conrad wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Sha stands and throws Conrad's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Sha trying to control the action but Conrad is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Sha wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Conrad, who protects the arm well.
Conrad is trying to control Sha's posture but Sha avoids it. #T1#
Conrad taking a bit of punishment here - Sha scoring with strikes.
Conrad tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Conrad stops Sha from passing to mount.
Conrad takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Sha wants to lay and pray for a moment but Conrad keeps working.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Conrad is looking for a sweep.
Conrad wants to control but Sha postures up.
Sha has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Conrad is trying to improve his position.
Sha scores with punches from side control. #ROC2#
Conrad is rocked!#T2#
Sha lands a strong strike to the head of Conrad. That's dazed him! Sha looking to finish here. Conrad is waving his arms around trying to block but he's hurt badly - Sha lands more strikes and the referee steps in to end the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:25 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Seb Sha!
A victorious Seb Sha thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 28, 2017

#R1#
Minard throws a hook but Conrad avoids it easily.
Conrad connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#CL2#
Conrad tries to keep at a distance but Minard has taken the fight into the clinch.
Minard is looking to take this one to the mat.
Minard looking to throw knees to the head but Conrad is blocking nicely.
Conrad lands a body shot.
Conrad works on Minard's body with a couple of short punches.
Minard throws a head punch that misses.
Conrad avoids the elbow strike from Minard, against the cage.
Conrad digs a right hand into Minard's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Minard's gas tank. #BC#
Conrad's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Minard 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.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Conrad.
Minard has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Minard there as he acknowledges the shot.
Conrad connects with a leg kick. Minard looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Slick Minard seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Minard shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Conrad thumps Minard with a low kick.
Minard stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Conrad.
Conrad feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Minard's calf.
Minard moves in looking to clinch but Conrad pushes him off.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#T1#
Conrad throws a head kick that half lands.
Conrad lands a body shot.
Conrad moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Minard throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #TD#
Conrad throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Minard was covering up waiting for the punch and Conrad finishes the takedown easily into guard. #SUB2#
Minard is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Conrad is aware though and is defending well.
Minard looks winded!
Minard not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #SU#
Conrad decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Minard, up you get!
Minard chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Conrad can pounce on him.
Conrad with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Good leg kick by Conrad there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Conrad keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Conrad tried to counter with a leg kick but Minard avoided it.
Minard has a takedown stuffed.
Bilabong Conrad has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Slick Minard.
Conrad scoring well with a low kick there. #T2#
Conrad lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Minard dives in for a single leg takedown but Conrad sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Minard chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Conrad can pounce on him.
Conrad connects with a solid leg kick.
Minard chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Conrad can pounce on him.
Conrad's Muay Thai looks sharper than normal. He has obviously been working on it in the gym.
Conrad thumps Minard with a low kick.
Minard fails in his attempt to clinch.
Conrad fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Minard.
Conrad connects with a leg kick. Minard looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Conrad lands a leg kick that knocks Minard off balance momentarily.
Conrad swats away the attempt to clinch by Minard.
Minard chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Conrad can pounce on him.
Minard fails with a takedown attempt.
A looping hook to the body misses from Minard. Conrad does a little dance to reset his feet.#T3#
Minard closes this distance looking for a takedown but Conrad circles away.
Conrad connects with an inside leg kick.
Minard doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Conrad counters with a flying knee. Nice.
Conrad fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Conrad connects with an inside leg kick.
Conrad scoring well with a low kick there.
Conrad looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Conrad buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Minard takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Minard tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Conrad is able to avoid easily.
Minard tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
You can see that Minard has visibly slowed down as a result of the leg kicks
Conrad feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Minard's calf.
Conrad throws a nice inside leg kick.
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!
Conrad connects with a solid leg kick.
Conrad dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Minard. That did some damage!
Minard has his takedown stuffed
and Conrad counters with a thumping low kick.
Conrad lands with a nice body punch. #T4#
Conrad lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Nice takedown defense from Conrad. No joy for Minard on that attempt.
Conrad chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A nice inside leg kick there by Conrad. That's going to slow Minard down. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC#
Conrad pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Minard shoots in but no luck this time.
It looked like Conrad was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Minard.
Conrad lands a slapping body shot.
Minard takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Conrad moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by Conrad.
Minard fails with the takedown.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Minard chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Conrad can pounce on him.
Conrad scores with a leg kick.
Conrad scores with a leg kick.
Minard shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bilabong Conrad dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2##CL#
Conrad closes the distance and clinches.
Conrad gets through Minard's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Minard tries for a takedown. No joy.
A right hand to the body from Conrad.
Minard with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Minard's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Minard throws a knee to the head but misses.
Minard is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Conrad gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Conrad.
Conrad lands a hook to the side of the head.
Conrad cracks Minard with a nice body shot.
Conrad lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Minard backwards.
Conrad works on Minard's body with a couple of short punches.#BC#
Conrad manages to break the clinch.
Decent striking displayed by Conrad there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Conrad connects with a solid leg kick.
Conrad lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Minard is breathing heavily.
Conrad fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Minard.
Minard moves in looking to clinch but Conrad pushes him off.
Conrad throws a leg kick which misses Minard's front leg but catches the back leg as Minard tries to avoid it. #T1#
Minard chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Conrad can pounce on him.
Conrad is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Minard can do to turn this around?
Minard shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Conrad but Conrad pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Bilabong Conrad has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Slick Minard.#TD#
Minard tries to sprawl but Conrad drives through with a takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Conrad is trying for a kimura here. Minard looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Conrad wins by kimura!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:37 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Bilabong Conrad!
A relieved looking Bilabong Conrad thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
Slick Minard spoke after the fight, saying 'When you have already lost everything there is no reason to fear defeat. Let's GO!!'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 15, 2017

#R1#
Conrad stuffs the takedown attempt from Minard. Minard gets slowly back to his feet.
We've been hearing reports that Minard has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Minard takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
A chopping leg kick lands by Conrad.
Conrad displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Minard throws out the jab.
Conrad stalks Minard and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Minard's face. Minard staggers backwards, shaken.
Minard wants to clinch.
Conrad lands a jab to the nose.
We've been informed that Conrad has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Minard misses with a straight right.
Minard misses with a takedown
and Conrad counters with a flying knee. Nice.
A shot to the body from Minard misses
and Conrad counters with a low kick, right behind Minard 's knee. #T1#
Minard takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Minard has his takedown stuffed
and Conrad counters with a left to the body.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Slick Minard. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Conrad changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Minard misses with a combination
and Conrad makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Slick Minard seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Minard is breathing heavily.
Minard looks to clinch
and Conrad counters with an outside leg kick.
Conrad lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Conrad connects with a good right hand that stumbles Minard. Minard circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Conrad feints with a jab and clips Minard right behind the ear with a massive overhand right! Minard is sent crashing into the canvas and Conrad leaps in for the kill! Minard tries to get to his feet but Conrad is just battering him from every conceivable angle. The ref decides that Minard is in need of a savior and steps in!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Bilabong Conrad!
A relieved looking Bilabong Conrad thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
The defeated Slick Minard had this to say: 'When you have already lost everything there is no reason to fear defeat. Let's GO!!'.

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

#R1#
Jab by Conrad.
Conrad plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Conrad uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Webb.
Webb takes one to the side of the head.
Webb swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Webb fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Conrad avoids it really well and circles away.
Conrad throws a body punch but Webb moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A looping hook to the body misses from Conrad. Webb does a little dance to reset his feet.
Webb tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Conrad was well out of range. Poor timing from Webb.
Webb defending well as Conrad loads up on a big left hand.
Conrad slips under a jab from Webb.#T1#
Webb throws a left and a right that both miss
and Conrad counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
A looping hook to the body misses from Webb. Conrad does a little dance to reset his feet.
Conrad throws a counter high kick but Webb was just alert enough to avoid it.
Conrad moves out of range as Webb strikes.
No luck for Webb with that takedown attempt.
Conrad lands a jab-cross combination.
Webb lands a nice looking body shot.
Webb misses with a left hand
and Conrad connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Conrad with a nice cross.#T2#
Webb throws a jab but it's blocked by Conrad.
Conrad slips a jab from Webb.#CL#
Conrad clinches up with Webb and pushes him back against the cage.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#BC#
Conrad's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Conrad uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Webb.#TD2#
Webb throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Conrad was covering up waiting for the punch and Webb finishes the takedown easily into guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Conrad'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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Conrad wants to stand up but Webb is controlling him.
Webb must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Conrad is looking for a triangle but Webb pushes his legs off easily.
Webb won't allow Conrad to sweep him here. #T3##SUB#
Conrad had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Webb defends it easily.
Conrad pulls Webb in close to his closed guard and prevents Webb from doing any damage or advancing position.
Webb is working Conrad over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #SUB#
Conrad had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Webb defends it easily.
Conrad is trying to control the position but Webb postures up.
Conrad looking to hit a scissor sweep but Webb is one step ahead there.
Webb scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#T4##SUB#
Webb got a little sloppy there for a moment and Conrad has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Webb has managed to get both his arms back between Conrad's legs - danger averted.
Conrad wants to sweep here but Webb controlling him for the moment.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Conrad is on top in guard. #REVR#
Webb looking for a sweep. Not yet Webb, not yet.
Conrad in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Webb is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Webb trying to control the position. #SUB#
Conrad thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bilabong Conrad dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Conrad swings for the body but Webb moves out of range.
Conrad misses with a hook.
Webb fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Conrad manages to avoid it.
Webb uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Conrad.
Webb feints the counter takedown.
Webb misses with a hook. Conrad ducked under it nicely.
Conrad throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Conrad is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Webb can do to turn this around?
Conrad scores with a shot to the body.
Webb is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
Webb looks to score with a jab to the body but Conrad is just out of range.
Conrad wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Webb thows a left - swing and a miss!
Webb on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Conrad looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks. #T1#
Conrad misses with a looping right.
Conrad is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Webb throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Conrad sees it coming and avoids it easily.#CL#
Conrad pushes Webb up against the cage in a clinch.
A body shot lands from Conrad.
Webb throws a punch but it's blocked by Conrad.
Conrad tries to work over Webb's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Conrad misses with a short punch on the inside.
Conrad misses with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Webb.
Webb digs a right hand into Conrad's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Conrad's gas tank. #BC2#
Webb breaks from the clinch.
Conrad rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Webb moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Conrad moves out of range as Webb strikes.
Conrad feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Webb with a hook.#T2#
A big right from Webb misses.
Conrad tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Webb manages to circle out of the way.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Conrad.
Conrad tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Webb misses with the combination.
Nice defenses there by Conrad.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Webb lands a nice shot that snaps Conrad's head back.
Webb thuds his right hand into Conrad's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#ROC2#
Conrad is rocked!
Webb thuds a left hand into Conrad's body.
Oh Conrad is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Webb cracks Conrad with a left hook right on the temple and Conrad goes down! He's out! Referee! Stop the fight! Webb lands a few more punches before the dopey ref steps in - hopefully Conrad is OK!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Christopher Webb!
Christopher Webb decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

Event: DFN#20 Adelhard vs Eluard
Date: Sep 02, 2017

#R1#
Kowalski avoids the head kick by Conrad.
Kowalski scores with a kick to the midsection.
Kowalski scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Kowalski misses the jab.
Kowalski pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kowalski swings and misses with a shot to the body
enabling Conrad to counter with a crisp jab.
We've been informed that Kowalski has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Conrad connects with a leg kick. Kowalski looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Conrad tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kowalski was well out of range. Poor timing from Conrad.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
No joy there for Conrad, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Kowalski rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #CL#
and Conrad counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Conrad.
Conrad struggles to land a body shot inside as Kowalski controls his hands. #T1#
Conrad misses with some punches.
Kowalski lands a body punch.
Conrad tries a body shot but Kowalski blocks it. #BC2#
Kowalski's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kowalski scores with a nice strike.
Kowalski comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Conrad walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Kowalski misses with a hook
and Conrad counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kowalski connects with the punch.
Kowalski misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Conrad counters with a nice body shot.
Kowalski bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Conrad backing away here, and Kowalski unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Conrad ducks right into an uppercut from Kowalski. #ROC2#
Conrad is rocked!#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kowalski finds Conrad's off switch, with a big overhand right that connects perfectly to the side of the head! Conrad flops back against the cage, eyes gazing into the distance. Kowalski lands an unnecessary shot before the referee has time to step in and end the fight. Brutal stuff but I'm sure Conrad will be OK.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:07 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Brutus Kowalski!
Brutus Kowalski was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 06, 2017

#R1#
Good shot there by Conrad.
Gracias looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!
Conrad plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Gracias takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Conrad is really turning it up, unleashing another crisp combination which drops Gracias like a ton of bricks! The referee dives in to stop the fight, saving Gracias from another fist facial!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:14 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Bilabong Conrad!
During a confident post fight interview, Bilabong Conrad thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 26, 2017

#R1#
Winfield shoots and misses #KD#
and Conrad counters with a head kick that drops Winfield - he's looking to finish, following his stunned foe to the ground!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SU#
Conrad stands up from half guard.
Winfield shoots in for a takedown but Conrad shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Bilabong Conrad seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Conrad buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick. #TD2#
Winfield scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Conrad tries to escape but Winfield is in control.
Conrad takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Winfield looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Conrad is avoiding damage well.
Conrad avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Winfield.
Winfield is looking to take a break and control but Conrad is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #ES#
Conrad throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
Bilabong Conrad is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Conrad tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Winfield was well out of range. Poor timing from Conrad.
A shot to the body from Conrad misses #TD2#
so Winfield counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #ES#
Conrad pushes Winfield off and gets back to his feet.
Conrad with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Conrad has been working on his boxing with his coaches at BimmerHaus in the buildup to the fight.
Conrad ducks right into an uppercut from Winfield.
Conrad fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Winfield.
Conrad misses with a jab to the body
and Winfield cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL2#
Winfield has closed the distance and engaged Conrad in a clinch.
Winfield tries to score a body lock takedown but Conrad shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Bilabong Conrad has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jules Winfield.#BC#
Conrad breaks from the clinch.
Winfield avoids the head kick by Conrad.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Winfield! But no joy.
Winfield fails with the takedown.
Conrad is looking to counter punch.#T2#
Conrad throws a lazy uppercut
and Winfield counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Winfield has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Conrad slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Conrad throws a right and a left that Winfield avoids nicely.
Conrad misses with the combination.
Conrad scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Conrad misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Winfield.
Winfield avoids the head kick by Conrad.
Conrad waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Winfield.
Winfield let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Conrad swings and misses with a hook to the body. #CL2#
Winfield moves into the clinch successfully. #T3##BC#
Conrad escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Conrad looks to land a right hand but Winfield moved out of range.
The fighters circling - Conrad throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #TD2#
Winfield throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Conrad was covering up waiting for the punch and Winfield finishes the takedown easily into guard. #ES#
Conrad pushes Winfield off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Winfield takes one on the button.
Conrad swings for the body but Winfield moves out of range.
Winfield gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Conrad lands with an uppercut that bounces Winfield off the cage and back into range.
Conrad misses with a hook. Winfield ducked under it nicely. #T4#
Conrad misses with a hook.
Winfield moves out of range as Conrad strikes.
A nice side step and Winfield releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Conrad lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Conrad throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A jab from Conrad misses.
Conrad fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Conrad throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Winfield.
Conrad looks to land a right hand but Winfield moved out of range.
Conrad tries a head kick but it misses.
A little jabbing left from Winfield on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Conrad gets cracked there but stands up to it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Conrad lands with a good body shot.
Winfield lunges at Conrad with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Conrad's hand.
Conrad throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bilabong Conrad dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Conrad throws a head kick that misses.
Conrad cracks Winfield with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Conrad throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Winfield sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Winfield avoids the body shot from Conrad.
Conrad throws a looping overhand right but Winfield ducks down to avoid it.
Conrad scoring well with a low kick there.
Conrad is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Winfield can do to turn this around?
Conrad misses with a straight right.
Conrad gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Winfield counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Conrad looks to score with a jab to the body but Winfield is just out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Winfield closes the distance and clinches. #BC#
Conrad breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Conrad motions for Winfield to come forward. Conrad throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. #CL2#
Winfield has Conrad up against the cage in a clinch. #BC#
Conrad escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #T1#
Conrad misses with a leg kick. #CL2#
Winfield rushes Conrad and presses him up against the cage.#BC#
Conrad breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Conrad circles away from the clinch attempt
and Conrad counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Winfield uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Conrad.
Winfield shoots in for a takedown but Conrad shows good takedown defense.
Conrad stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Conrad wants it to stay on the feet.
Conrad misses with a wild body shot. #CL2#
Winfield moves into the clinch successfully.
Conrad gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Winfield.
Bilabong Conrad has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jules Winfield.#BC#
Conrad's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T2#
Winfield fails with a takedown attempt.
Winfield connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Bilabong Conrad is winning the standup battle so far.
Conrad throws a nice inside leg kick.
Conrad scores with a body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!#KD#
A head kick lands from Conrad that sends Winfield to the canvas. Winfield tries to scramble back to his feet but Conrad brings him back down into side control. #ROC#
Winfield is rocked!#SU#
Conrad has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Winfield is still on wobbly legs! Can Conrad finish him?
Winfield tries to score a power double leg takedown but Conrad sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Winfield somewhat.
Winfield seems to have recovered his senses.#T3##TD2#
Winfield closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Conrad quickly recovers to half guard.
Conrad is trying to stand back up but Winfield is controlling him
Winfield throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Winfield stops Conrad from getting back to his feet.
Winfield not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #ES#
Conrad has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Winfield is on him like a limpet, forcing Conrad back against the cage.#BC#
Conrad breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Conrad tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Winfield was well out of range. Poor timing from Conrad.
It seemed like Winfield was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#CL2#
Winfield moves into the clinch successfully. #BC#
Conrad pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Conrad loads up on a big right hand but Winfield slips the punch.
Conrad throws a body punch but Winfield moves out of range.
Winfield is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#T4#
Conrad dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Conrad throws a chopping leg kick but Winfield manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Conrad misses with a body shot.
Conrad is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Winfield.
Winfield unleashes a big counter combination but Conrad bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Conrad throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Winfield.
Conrad swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
letting Winfield counter with a right hand.
Conrad scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Winfield darts in looking for a takedown but Conrad gets double underhooks and turns Winfield into the cage.
Conrad cracks Winfield with a good jab.
Conrad throws a sloppy head kick and Winfield moves out of range easily.
Conrad throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
No joy there for Conrad, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Winfield doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Conrad tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Winfield was well out of range. Poor timing from Conrad.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bilabong Conrad dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Conrad takes a swing at Winfield's ribcage but misses.
Winfield avoids the head kick by Conrad. #TD2#
Conrad gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Winfield works over Conrad with some ground and pound from guard.
Conrad working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Winfield.
Winfield loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Winfield with a flurry of punches that miss. #ES#
Conrad is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Winfield presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat. #BC#
Conrad breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Conrad clobbers Winfield with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Winfield fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Conrad avoids it really well and circles away.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Winfield. #T1#
Winfield changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Conrad tries to avoid it but Winfield manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Conrad to the ground. Conrad escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Bilabong Conrad has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jules Winfield.
Winfield wants to clinch up but Conrad keeps it at a distance.
Winfield showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Conrad.
An inside leg kick lands from Conrad.
Conrad throws a head kick but Winfield moves out of range.
It seemed like Winfield was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Winfield uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Conrad.
Conrad avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Winfield staying out of range there.#CL2#
Winfield moves into the clinch.
Bilabong Conrad is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2##BC#
Conrad breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Conrad misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Conrad misses with a straight right.
Winfield appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Conrad misses with a hook.
Winfield on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Conrad misses the shot to the body.
A combination from Winfield does no damage.
Conrad throws a sloppy body shot #TD2#
and Winfield counters with a nice double leg into side control. Conrad won't be happy with that.
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!#ES#
Conrad bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
Conrad throws a series of punches but Winfield avoids them all with ease.
Winfield looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Winfield avoids the head kick by Conrad.
Winfield throws a series of punches but Conrad avoids them all with ease.
Conrad just misses with a punch to the body. #T3#
Conrad misses with an uppercut. Winfield saw that one coming.
Conrad lands a jab to the head.
Conrad swinging wildly here.
Winfield let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Winfield shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Conrad but Conrad pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Conrad slips under a jab.#CL2#
Winfield forces Conrad back against the cage and clinches.#BC#
Conrad breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Conrad misses with a body kick.
Winfield fails to land the takedown.#T4#
Conrad misses with the combination.
Conrad throws a jab but it's blocked by Winfield.
Winfield uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Conrad.
Winfield doesn't manage to clinch there - Conrad circles away.
Winfield tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Conrad paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Jules Winfield has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Winfield bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Conrad misses the jab.
Winfield misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Conrad counters with a left to the body.
Conrad jabs Winfield right on the nose. Winfield blinks but takes it well.
Winfield scores with a crisp jab that stopped Conrad in his tracks.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Winfield walks into a stiff left hand from Conrad.

And that's the end of the fight!
Bilabong Conrad showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Conrad, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 30:27
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight 30:27
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bilabong Conrad!
Bilabong Conrad seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
In defeat, Jules Winfield stepped up to the mic, saying 'Cash me ousside, how bow dah'.

Event: KAMIKAZE 37: Death
Date: Jul 15, 2017

#R1#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Ragnarson.
Ragnarson just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromConrad.
Ragnarson closes this distance looking for a takedown but Conrad circles away.
Ragnarson just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromConrad.
Ragnarson shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Conrad as he jumps to the side.
Bilabong Conrad has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gustav Ragnarson.#TD2#
Ragnarson shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Ragnarson showed some decent athleticism there.
Conrad holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Conrad is trying to get back to full guard.
Conrad is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at *****POLAR***** that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Conrad taking some punishment here, with Ragnarson in his half guard.
Conrad tries to get to full guard but Ragnarson has control of the leg.
Ragnarson is nestled in close to Conrad, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Ragnarson is nestled in close to Conrad, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Conrad tries to get to full guard but Ragnarson has control of the leg. #T1#
Ragnarson missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Conrad has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Ragnarson is working away from the top position though.
Ragnarson passes to side control.
You can see the frustration on Conrad's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Ragnarson working the ground and pound.
Conrad on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Conrad sneaks back into half guard.
Conrad is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Conrad is looking to escape.
Ragnarson prevents Conrad from improving his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ragnarson throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Conrad is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T2#
Conrad trying to control here.
Conrad is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Ragnarson's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Ragnarson's back!
Ragnarson is really stuck here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Ragnarson 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 Conrad gets his way!
Conrad wants to control but Ragnarson manages to buck him off and is now in Conrad's guard! Nice work there by Ragnarson!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Ragnarson accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Ragnarson postures up and lands a big shot to Conrad's brow. #ROC2#
Conrad is rocked!
Ragnarson gets to his feet and stands over Conrad, holding his ankles. He dives in with a big left hand that connects! Conrad felt that one! Ragnarson unloads more punches and elbows and this one is over! The ref has dived in to save Conrad from any more punishment!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Gustav Ragnarson!
Gustav Ragnarson seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: KAMIKAZE 31: Last Ride
Date: Jun 24, 2017

#R1##CL#
Conrad rushes Halo and presses him up against the cage.
A right hand to the body from Conrad.
Conrad lands with a light punch inside.
A body shot lands from Conrad.
Halo is trying to break the clinch but Conrad is controlling him.
Conrad lands a right hand that snaps the head of Halo backwards.
Still in the clinch, Conrad scores with a nice short uppercut.
Halo misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Halo fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Conrad.
A shot in the inside from Halo.
A left hand lands to the body for Conrad. #BC2#
Halo escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Nice sprawl there from Conrad as Halo shoots in.
Halo with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Conrad to score with a decent uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Conrad lands a jab to the nose.
Conrad scores with a nice right hand. #T1##TD2#
Halo manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Conrad on his heels. He'll look to pass Conrad's guard now, I'm sure.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Halo sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB#
Conrad has his foot on Halo's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Halo works his way back into a safe position though.
Conrad pulls Halo in close to prevent any damage.
Halo stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Conrad swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Conrad is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at *****POLAR***** that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Halo trying to control the position from guard on top but Conrad is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Conrad is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB#
Halo got a little sloppy there for a moment and Conrad has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Halo has managed to get both his arms back between Conrad's legs - danger averted.
Halo preventing the sweep. #T2#
Halo trying to control the position from guard on top but Conrad is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Conrad wants to sweep but no luck.
Halo trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Conrad controls Halo momentarily but Halo frees himself.
Conrad looking to hit a scissor sweep but Halo is one step ahead there.
Conrad managing to control the position.
Conrad looking to hit a scissor sweep but Halo is one step ahead there.
Conrad is controlling Halo's posture.
Halo wants to control from the top but Conrad keeps moving. #T3#
Conrad lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Conrad wants to pass the guard but Halo is keeping the position.
Halo trying to keep a closed guard but Conrad is proving a slippery customer.
Conrad is stalling in the full guard.
Halo can't keep his opponent in guard - Conrad advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Conrad looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T4#
Conrad is trying to control. Halo wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Conrad wants to free his trapped foot but Halo is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB2#
Halo looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Conrad performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #SUB#
Conrad is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Halo is just riding it out for now. Conrad eventually gives up the hold.
Conrad prevents Halo from improving his position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bilabong Conrad dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Halo throws a sloppy head kick
and Conrad counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Halo thinking.
Conrad takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Conrad fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Halo avoids it really well and circles away.
Conrad throws a combination that misses
and Halo counters with a thumping low kick. #TD2#
Halo is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Conrad's half guard.#ES#
Conrad has one foot on Halo's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL#
Conrad rushes Halo and presses him up against the cage.
Conrad scores with a hook to the body.#T1#
A quick uppercut on the inside from Conrad.
Halo has a couple of punches blocked by Conrad.
Conrad blocking some punches.
Halo goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Halo is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Conrad cracks Halo with a nice body shot.
Halo throws a head punch that misses.
Halo throws a head punch that misses. #BC2#
Halo pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Halo shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Conrad defends it nicely.
Conrad seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Conrad lands with a nice combination. Halo backs away looking to recover.#T2#
Conrad slips a jab from Halo.
Nice shot by Conrad.
Conrad scores with a nice right hand.
Conrad connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL#
Conrad closes the distance and clinches.
Conrad scores with a hook to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Halo.
Halo tries to break the clinch but Conrad is controlling the position.
Conrad blocks a body shot from Halo. #T3#
Conrad blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Conrad lands a nice uppercut.#BC2#
Halo breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Halo has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Halo rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
letting Conrad counter with a right hand.
Conrad throws a right and a left that Halo avoids nicely.
Halo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Conrad.
Halo is trying to counter with his kicks.
Conrad swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Halo connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Conrad lands with a good body shot.
Conrad throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Halo doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Bilabong Conrad seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Conrad swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Conrad jabs at Halo's body.#T4#
Conrad misses the shot to the body.
Halo keeps the fight on the outside.
Bilabong Conrad is winning the standup battle so far.
Conrad fails with an attempt to clinch.
Halo avoids the head kick by Conrad.
Halo only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Conrad lands a jab.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Conrad lands a head shot.
Halo walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Conrad misses with a double jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bilabong Conrad dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Conrad looks to land a combination. Halo sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Halo shoots in looking for a takedown but Conrad manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Halo's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Halo shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Conrad as he jumps to the side.
Conrad fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Halo moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Conrad!
Conrad blocks a head kick by Halo.
Halo takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Conrad. Halo does a little dance to reset his feet.
Conrad just misses with a punch to the body. #CL#
Conrad clinches up with Halo and pushes him back against the cage.
Still in the clinch, Halo scores with a nice short uppercut.
Conrad scores with a nice hook to the head.
Halo lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Conrad blocking some punches.
A short left from Halo.
Halo misses with a punch to the body.
Halo blocks a body shot from Conrad.
Halo misses with a punch to the body.
Conrad is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Halo can do to turn this around?
Halo working aggressively here.
Ziba Halo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bilabong Conrad is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Conrad goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Halo lands a body punch.
A short uppercut from Conrad.
Halo misses with a body punch.
Conrad blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Halo is trying to break free.
Halo misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bilabong Conrad has scored more points in the clinch so far.
A nice right hand lands inside from Halo.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Conrad lands a shoulder strike.
Halo lands with a right to the head.
Conrad blocks a body shot from Halo.
Conrad manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Conrad is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Halo is defending well for now.#T3#
Halo tries to work over Conrad's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Halo tries a body shot but Conrad blocks it.
Halo struggles to land a body shot inside as Conrad controls his hands.
Conrad prevents a body shot from Halo.
Halo is trying to force a seperation but Conrad has the dominant position.
Halo tries to work over Conrad's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Halo tries to work over Conrad's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Conrad pushes Halo back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Conrad has Halo pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Halo manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Halo.
Conrad keeps control of Halo as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Conrad works on Halo's body with a couple of short punches.#T4#
Conrad lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
With the fighters up against the cage, Halo throws an elbow but misses.
Nice body punch from Halo - that landed with a thud.
Halo has a couple of punches blocked by Conrad.
Halo misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Halo prevents the takedown attempt.
Halo gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Halo misses with a body punch.
Halo throws a punch but it's blocked by Conrad.
Halo misses with a punch on the inside.
Halo swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Halo misses with some punches.
Good body shot from Conrad.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Bilabong Conrad.
Well Conrad has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 30:28
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 30:28

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

Event: KAMIKAZE 23: Evolve
Date: May 28, 2017

#R1#
Penzer misses with a takedown
and Conrad counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Penzer shoots in but Conrad avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Conrad swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#TD#
Penzer scores with a takedown into Conrad's guard.
Penzer preventing the sweep.
Conrad is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Penzer is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Penzer trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Conrad trying to control the position here.
Penzer scoring with some ground and pound. #T1#
Conrad seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Penzer throws a big right hand that misses.
Penzer is fighting to break Conrad's control of his arms but Conrad is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Penzer looking to pass the guard.
Penzer connects with a couple of short punches.
Conrad utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Penzer trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Penzer postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Conrad controls Penzer momentarily but Penzer frees himself.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Conrad is controlling Penzer's posture.
Penzer trying to control but Conrad is working from the bottom.
Penzer is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Conrad wants to sweep here but Penzer controlling him for the moment.
Penzer loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Conrad seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Penzer makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Penzer makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#ROC#
Conrad is rocked!
Penzer loads up on a big left hand. Conrad felt that one! He's just covering up now, not defending himself intelligently - Penzer looks towards the ref and unloads with 3 more big shots and the ref has no choice but to stop the fight! Conrad can't hide his disappointment, as Penzer celebrates the victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mario Penzer!
Mario Penzer decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: KAMIKAZE 17: Bloody Night
Date: May 12, 2017

#R1#
Conrad fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Ragnarson fails with the takedown
and Conrad counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Ragnarson takes a jab right on the kisser.
Ragnarson shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Conrad sprawls well. Conrad wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Ragnarson gets slowly back to his feet.#TD#
Ragnarson looking to score a takedown here. Conrad is defending well but Ragnarson drives through and ends up in Conrad's guard.
Ragnarson throws a big elbow that misses.
Ragnarson missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Conrad trying to keep a closed guard but Ragnarson is proving a slippery customer.
Ragnarson working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Conrad's head.
Conrad has his hands on Ragnarson's head, controlling the position.
Conrad is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T1#
Conrad looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Ragnarson tries to free his leg and advance position but Conrad is retaining full guard.
Ragnarson throwing strikes from guard but Conrad blocks nicely.
Ragnarson content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Ragnarson stopping the sweep attempt from Conrad.
Conrad keeps trying to improve his position.
Ragnarson distracts Conrad with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#ROC#
Conrad is rocked!
Ragnarson loads up on a big left hand. Conrad felt that one! He's just covering up now, not defending himself intelligently - Ragnarson looks towards the ref and unloads with 3 more big shots and the ref has no choice but to stop the fight! Conrad can't hide his disappointment, as Ragnarson celebrates the victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Gustav Ragnarson!
Gustav Ragnarson thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: KAMIKAZE 13: Xanax
Date: Apr 29, 2017

#R1#
Samaras connects with a body shot that sends Sixx 's belly button to the back.
Samaras uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Sixx has his takedown stuffed
and Samaras counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Samaras lands a nice looking kick to the body. Sixx takes a step back to recover.
Samaras lands a nice leg kick that just misses Sixx 's sensitive parts.
Sixx shoots for a takedown but Samaras saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Sixx is breathing heavily.
Samaras lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Samaras scores with a hook to the body. Sixx takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #TD2#
Samaras fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Sixx sprawls well initially but Samaras persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Samaras is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Samaras's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T1#
Let's hope that Samaras 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.#SUB2#
Samaras is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Sixx is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Lefteris Samaras!
A victorious Lefteris Samaras thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: KAMIKAZE 10: Revenge
Date: Apr 16, 2017

#R1#
A lazy body kick from Ballinger #TD2#
and Samaras counters with a nice double leg into side control. Ballinger won't be happy with that.
Samaras advances to mount.
Samaras controlling the pace for now.
Samaras wants to take Ballinger's back but he can't do it this time.
Ballinger working to try and regain half guard.
Ballinger is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Samaras seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Ballinger is holding on tight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Samaras takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#SUB2#
Samaras is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Ballinger is surviving well by controlling Samaras's body position as best he can.
Samaras wants to take Ballinger's back here but Ballinger is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape. #T1#
Samaras controlling the pace for now. #SUB2#
Samaras jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Ballinger is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Ballinger and Samaras has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Samaras tries to advance to mount but Ballinger denies him.
Ballinger wants to control but Samaras postures up.
Ballinger is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Ballinger stops Samaras from passing to mount. #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.
Samaras staying calm.
Samaras tries to advance to mount but Ballinger denies him.
Samaras moves into full mount!
Samaras controlling the pace for now.
Ballinger knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Samaras on the ground.
Samaras wants to take Ballinger's back here but Ballinger is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape. #T3#
Samaras controlling from mount. #SUB2#
Samaras jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Ballinger is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Ballinger and Samaras has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Samaras controlling the position from side mount. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#SUB2#
Samaras looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB2#
Samaras tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Samaras is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Ballinger will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Let's hope that Samaras 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.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lefteris Samaras dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Samaras walks into a jab.
Samaras has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Ballinger.
Samaras uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ballinger.
Samaras is looking for the big counter here.
Samaras paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Samaras lands a nice looking body kick.
Ballinger buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Ballinger lands with a slapping head kick.
Samaras avoids a punch combination nicely.
Ballinger bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Ballinger keeps Samaras at a distance using the push kick.
Samaras avoids the head kick by Ballinger.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ballinger throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T1#
Ballinger checks a low kick from Samaras.
Ballinger throws a head kick but Samaras moves out of range.
Samaras lands with a good body shot.
Ballinger throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Ballinger cracks Samaras with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Samaras blocks the body kick.
Ballinger tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Ryan Ballinger is winning the standup battle so far.
Samaras moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Samaras cracks the inside of Ballinger's front leg.
Ballinger misses with a lunging right hand
and Ballinger takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Ballinger scores with a jab to the head.
Samaras on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Samaras misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ballinger.
Sloppy strikes from Ballinger. Those never looked like landing. #T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ballinger throws a series of punches but Samaras avoids them all with ease.
Samaras avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ballinger throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Samaras lands with a good body shot.
Ballinger uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Samaras.
Samaras avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Samaras throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Ballinger misses with a combination #TD2#
so Samaras counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Samaras works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Samaras uses his free foot to push down on Ballinger's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Ballinger.
Samaras controlling from the full mount. #T3#
Samaras wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Samaras controlling from the full mount.
Samaras takes Ballinger's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Ballinger is in trouble. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial. #SUB2#
Samaras has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Ballinger has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least! #SUB2#
Samaras is working the back position looking for the choke. Oh, he's slid into an armbar! Beautiful transition and Ballinger taps out! Fantastic Jiu Jitsu from Samaras.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:50 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Lefteris Samaras!
In his post fight interview, Lefteris Samaras started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
In defeat, Ryan Ballinger stepped up to the mic, saying 'You must defeat Sheng Long to stand a chance!'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 30, 2017

#R1#
Samaras throws a nice outside leg kick.
DeNeville blocks the body kick.
DeNeville thumps Samaras with a low kick.
Samaras pulls out of a head kick attempt.
DeNeville tries a quick counter leg kick but Samaras is wise to it.
Samaras lands a nice leg kick that just misses DeNeville's sensitive parts.
Samaras throws a head kick but DeNeville moves out of range.
Samaras takes a swing at DeNeville's ribcage but misses.
The fighters circling - Samaras throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DeNeville moves away from the strike by Samaras.
Samaras misses with a left hand
and DeNeville makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
DeNeville moves out of range of the strikes.
DeNeville lands a nice looking body kick.#T1#
DeNeville scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
DeNeville takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Samaras misses with a body kick.
Samaras drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
DeNeville throws a head kick that misses
and Samaras counters with a two punch combo.
Samaras misses the jab.
DeNeville throws a jab but it's blocked by Samaras.
Samaras scores with a leg kick.
Samaras 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.
Samaras lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Samaras throws a head kick but DeNeville moves out of range.
Despite the aggression on DeNeville's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
A head kick by DeNeville misses
and Samaras counters with a nice leg kick.
DeNeville wants to clinch.
Samaras looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Samaras goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
And DeNeville tries to counter it with a takedown but Samaras pushes his down on his head and steps out.#T3#
Samaras moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
DeNeville misses with a head kick.
Samaras throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Samaras throws a poor cross that misses
letting DeNeville counter with a right hand.
DeNeville has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
DeNeville misses with an attempted mid kick.
DeNeville avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
DeNeville throws out a counter right but Samaras avoids it with no problem.
Samaras ducks under a wild hook from DeNeville.
Samaras looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Samaras lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but DeNeville circles away quickly and effectively.
DeNeville drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Samaras defends it well.
DeNeville throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Samaras.
DeNeville throws a leg kick that is checked
and Samaras counters with a nice low kick that buckles DeNeville's knee momentarily.#T4#
Samaras just misses with a punch to the body.
DeNeville misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Samaras.
DeNeville throws a head kick that looked like it stung. #ROC2#
Samaras is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Samaras misses with a low kick.
Oh Samaras is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#TD2#
DeNeville dives in and gets a big takedown. He lands in full mount and immediately unloads a series of heavy strikes! Samaras has had enough and taps out.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Donsone DeNeville!

Event: VFA 8
Date: Mar 18, 2017

#R1#
Samaras with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Samaras misses with a hook
and Bathory counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Samaras misses with a wild body shot. #CL#
Bathory rushes Samaras and presses him up against the cage.#BC2#
Samaras breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL#
Bathory gets a clinch.
Bathory lands with a right to the head. #BC2#
Samaras breaks from the clinch.
Samaras fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
A shot to the body from Bathory misses
and Samaras counters with a nice low kick that buckles Bathory's knee momentarily.
Bathory misses with a wild body shot.
Bathory tries to clinch up.
Samaras with a body punch. A glancing blow.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Samaras misses with a wild body shot.
Bathory uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Samaras.
Samaras connects with a nice looking jab. #CL#
Bathory moves into range and clinches up with Samaras.#T1#
Bathory creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Samaras's defenses. #CUT#
It looks like Lefteris Samaras has been cut.
Bathory pushes off an throws an elbow but Samaras leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Bathory throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Bathory is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Bathory leaning his opponent against the cage.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Bathory takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bathory.
Samaras swings wildly with an uppercut but Bathory uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bathory working aggressively here. #T2#
Bathory lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Bathory misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Bathory fails to land. #BC2#
Samaras breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Samaras swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Samaras throws out a loose jab but Bathory uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bathory moves in looking to clinch but Samaras pushes him off.
Samaras throws a low kick, looking for Bathory's leg but Bathory calmly moves out of range.
Samaras lands with a shot to the body.
Samaras avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Samaras looks to score with a jab to the body but Bathory is just out of range.
A quick step to the side and Bathory tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bathory takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bathory uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Samaras.
Samaras throws a big shot that misses.
Bathory swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Good leg kick by Bathory there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud. #T3#
Samaras misses the shot to the body.
Samaras lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Samaras throws a big shot that misses.
The fighters circling - Samaras throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Good exchange - Samaras coming out on top.#CUT2#
It looks like Arzlan Bathory has been cut.
Samaras keeps the fight on the outside.
Samaras throws a right hand that misses
and Bathory counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Samaras goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Bathory is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Samaras swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Donk. Bathory catches Samaras right on the button with a cross.
Samaras misses with a looping right.
Samaras misses with a left hand
and Bathory counters with an outside leg kick.
Samaras lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#T4#
Samaras misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Bathory counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
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!
Samaras tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bathory was well out of range. Poor timing from Samaras.
Bathory throws an overhand right that drops Samaras like a sack of potatoes! Bathory dives in to finish the fight with more strikes and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Arzlan Bathory!
Arzlan Bathory very nearly forgot to thank Spartan Nutrition amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

Event: VFA 3 - Neadue vs. Schmidt
Date: Feb 11, 2017

#R1#
Samaras throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Avalon avoids the body shot from Samaras.
Samaras ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Avalon moves away.
Samaras just misses with a punch to the body.
Samaras tries to bum rush Avalon with a series of wild strikes but Avalon uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A head kick misses from Samaras.
Samaras misses with a wild body shot.
Avalon fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Samaras throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Avalon wants to slow Samaras down by chopping away at his legs.
Samaras lands a slapping body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Samaras comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Avalon looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Samaras is fending him off so far but Avalon persists. Nope, Samaras circles away and we're back to standing.
A little jabbing left from Samaras on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A big left from Samaras misses.
Good shot there by Avalon.
Samaras scores with a nice strike.#T1#
Samaras slips a jab from Avalon.
Samaras blocks a low kick nicely.
Samaras lands a right hook to the body.
Samaras jabs at Avalon's body.
Samaras looks to land a combination but Avalon avoids it well.
Jab, jab by Samaras - just one landing.
Lefteris Samaras is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Avalon bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Samaras's head.
Samaras throws a wild body kick that Avalon sees coming a mile off.
Avalon slips a jab and a cross from Samaras.
Samaras slips a jab from Avalon.
Samaras tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Avalon was well out of range. Poor timing from Samaras.
Avalon seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Avalon on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Avalon lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Samaras has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Samaras and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Samaras misses with a body punch
letting Avalon counter with a right hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Samaras jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T2#
Avalon misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Samaras.
Samaras tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Avalon avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Avalon seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Samaras takes one on the button.
Samaras throws the left hand but Avalon avoids the punch easily.
Avalon takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Avalon misses with a straight right.
Avalon throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Samaras looks to throw the jab but Avalon is out of range.
Samaras pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Avalon scores with a jab.
Samaras misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Avalon.
Avalon scores with a nice right hand.
Samaras keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Samaras tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.#T3#
A looping hook to the body misses from Samaras. Avalon does a little dance to reset his feet.
Avalon doesn't manage to clinch there - Samaras circles away.
Avalon misses with a wild body shot.
Avalon slips under a jab.
Samaras swings widly with a right hand
and Avalon counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Nice defenses there by Samaras.
And Samaras tries to counter it with a takedown but Avalon pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Avalon connects with the punch.
Avalon has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Samaras.
Avalon is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Samaras looks to score with a jab to the body but Avalon is just out of range.
Samaras misses the shot to the body.
An attempted straight right counter from Avalon misses the target.
Avalon stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Samaras.
Avalon wants to clinch up but Samaras keeps it at a distance.
Samaras connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Samaras is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Avalon rather than just go for the knockout.
Avalon avoids the head kick by Samaras.
A little feinted left hand from Avalon on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Samaras avoids the body shot from Avalon.
A countering left hand to the body from Samaras misses.#T4#
A big left from Samaras misses.
Samaras swings widly with a right hand
and Avalon counters with a stiff right hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Samaras pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A big left from Avalon misses.
Samaras misses with a two punch combination.
Samaras 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.
Avalon with a nice cross.#ROC#
Samaras is rocked!
Avalon with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Samaras is still on wobbly legs! Can Avalon finish him?
Samaras throws a leg kick #TD#
and Avalon counters with a double leg that slams his opponent to the canvas! Samaras is in trouble here! Avalon pounds away until the ref steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Slam). Jarvis Avalon!

Event: GKNY 105 - Defoe vs Man
Date: Dec 03, 2016

#R1#
Some wild striking there from Samaras.
Funk seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Funk takes a swing at Samaras's ribcage but misses.
Samaras throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Funk takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Samaras throws the left hand but Funk avoids the punch easily.
Samaras blocks a jab.
Samaras takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Funk lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Funk keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Samaras.
Samaras throws a leg kick
and Funk connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Funk cracks the inside of Samaras's front leg.
Funk throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Funk misses with a hook.
Funk uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Samaras.
Funk wants to land a leg kick but Samaras is out of range.
Samaras checks a leg kick nicely.#T1#
Samaras darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Samaras throws a hook but Funk avoids it easily.
Funk throws a sloppy head kick and Samaras moves out of range easily.
Samaras takes a swing at Funk's ribcage but misses.
Samaras ducks under a wild hook from Funk.
Samaras avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Funk bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Funk wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Samaras tries to score a power double leg takedown but Funk sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Samaras somewhat.
Funk walks into a jab.
Funk doesn't manage to clinch there - Samaras circles away.
Funk throws a shot from downtown. Samaras moves away and avoids it.
Samaras feints a counter leg kick.#T2#
Funk uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Samaras.
Funk throws a leg kick that misses.
Funk throws a nice head kick!
Both fighters circling a little - Funk finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Samaras fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Samaras scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Anders Funk is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Samaras missing with a left hand there. Funk was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Funk slips a jab and a cross from Samaras.
Samaras throws a body shot but no joy.
Samaras takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Samaras throws a lazy right hand but Funk sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Funk scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Funk misses with a hook. Samaras ducked under it nicely.
Samaras keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Samaras keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Samaras appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Funk throws out a leg kick but Samaras moves out of range and Funk only half commits. #T3#
Funk blocks a leg kick.
Funk throws a leg kick that misses.
Funk jabs Samaras to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Samaras's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Funk connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Samaras scrambles back to his feet.
Funk lands a right hook to the body.
Funk throws a leg kick which misses Samaras's front leg but catches the back leg as Samaras tries to avoid it.
Funk looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Samaras throws a looping overhand right but Funk ducks down to avoid it.
Funk slips under a jab.
Samaras fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Funk has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Funk lands a high kick! #ROC#
Samaras is rocked!
Are you kidding me?! Funk ducked down and unloaded an uppercut from hell that sent Samaras clean off his feet! Someone make me a GIF - that's knockout of the night for sure!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Anders Funk!
A relieved looking Anders Funk 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: GKNY 98 - Defoe vs Denubis
Date: Nov 05, 2016

#R1#
Samaras misses with a looping right.
Ericsson appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Nice uppercut there from Ericsson.
Samaras throws a good cross that connects.
Samaras shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Ericsson eats them both and turns towards Samaras to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Ericsson throws a hook but Samaras avoids it easily.
Ericsson is looking to slow Samaras down with leg kicks.
A looping hook to the body misses from Samaras. Ericsson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ericsson uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Samaras.
Samaras throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
It looked like Ericsson wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Ericsson connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Samaras tries to land a leg kick but Ericsson saw it coming and moves away.
Samaras throws a one two combo.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ericsson misses with a kick to the body.
Lefteris Samaras seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Samaras misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ericsson.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Samaras 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.
Ericsson slips under a jab from Samaras.
A counter left hand to the body from Ericsson misses its target.
Ericsson tries to clinch up.#T1#
Samaras ducks under a wild hook from Ericsson.
Samaras looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Samaras looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Ericsson fails with an attempt to clinch.
Lefteris Samaras is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Samaras throws a low kick, looking for Ericsson's leg but Ericsson calmly moves out of range.
Samaras avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ericsson slips a jab and a cross from Samaras.
Ericsson blocks a jab.
Samaras walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Ericsson lands with a straight right. Samaras didn't see that one coming.#ROC#
Samaras is rocked!
Ericsson thumps Samaras with a low kick.
Samaras is still on wobbly legs! Can Ericsson finish him?
Ericsson drops Samaras with a naaaaasty hook - Samaras is in real trouble here! Ericsson dives in to side control and pounds out his opponent for a TKO victory! The crowd goes nuts!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ludvig Ericsson!

Event: GKNY 74 - Samaras v Momochi
Date: Jun 04, 2016

#R1#
Momochi shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Samaras defends it nicely.
Momochi is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Momochi throws out a loose jab but Samaras uses good head movement to avoid it.
Horrible takedown attempt by Momochi or perhaps it was just good defense by Samaras, which made it look bad.
Momochi checks a low kick from Samaras.
Momochi moves away from the strike by Samaras.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Momochi , as that shot connected.
No luck for Momochi with that takedown attempt.
Samaras appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Lefteris Samaras has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sandayu Momochi .
Momochi pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Momochi shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Samaras sprawls well. Samaras wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Momochi gets slowly back to his feet.#T1#
Momochi closes the distance and clinches up with Samaras, looking for a takedown. Momochi pushes Samaras against the cage but Samaras circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#TD2#
Momochi shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Momochi thows a huge punch but Samaras dodges it nicely.
Momochi trying to pass the guard but Samaras defending well.
Samaras is looking to improve his position.
Momochi wants to take a breather but Samaras is having none of it.
Samaras is looking for a sweep. Momochi is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Momochi not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T2#
Momochi is nestled in close to Samaras, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Momochi lands strikes from half guard.
Samaras keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #SUB2#
Momochi is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Samaras has managed to free his arm - good work.
Samaras is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Momochi thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Momochi throwing shots but Samaras is blocking nicely.
Momochi throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #T3##SUB2#
Momochi is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Samaras doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Momochi .
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Momochi thows a huge punch but Samaras dodges it nicely.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Samaras on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Momochi throwing shots but Samaras is blocking nicely.
Momochi throwing shots but Samaras is blocking nicely.
Samaras is concentrating on defense, preventing Momochi from advancing position.
Momochi has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB2#
Momochi is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Momochi is trying to control the action in half guard but Samaras is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T4#
Momochi might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Samaras haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Momochi sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Samaras defending well though. #SUB2#
Momochi looking for a submission but Samaras manages to get full guard, putting an end to that submission attempt.
Momochi loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Samaras keeping moving, preventing Momochi from controlling successfully.
Momochi is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Momochi landing with the ground and pound.
Momochi is looking to work some ground and pound but Samaras has wrist control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sandayu Momochi dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Momochi shoots in for a double leg but Samaras sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Samaras cracks a nice hook into Momochi 's ribs.
Momochi keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
A telegraphed right hand from Samaras misses the target.
Momochi has a takedown stuffed.
Samaras feinted with a counter takedown.
Momochi has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Momochi shoots in for a double leg but Samaras sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Lefteris Samaras has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sandayu Momochi .
Momochi looks to land a right hand but Samaras moved out of range.
Samaras lands a really nice looking cross but Momochi seems unphased.
Samaras leaves Momochi with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Lefteris Samaras is winning the standup battle so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Samaras sizes up Momochi with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Samaras is looking to land body kicks.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Momochi . #T1#
Momochi is staying tight to Samaras's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Samaras dodges the ground and pound from Momochi .#SUB2#
Momochi tries for a kimura but Samaras is defending well. #SUB2#
Momochi goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Samaras has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Momochi but great work by Samaras.
Sandayu Momochi has got the better of the ground game so far.
Momochi regains half guard.
Momochi is trying to get back to full guard.
Momochi is still trying to improve position.#T2#
Momochi keeps trying to improve his position.
Momochi trying to control here. #SUB2#
Momochi looking for subs from the bottom but Samaras mounts him!
Momochi has given up his back here.
Momochi wants to escape the position.
Samaras is looking to get the fight back to the feet.
You can see the frustration on Momochi 's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Samaras doesn't have the hooks in and Momochi manages to turn into his guard. #T3#
Momochi throws an elbow that misses. Samaras uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Momochi 's guard. Nice move by Samaras!#REVR#
Samaras wanted to stand there but Momochi had control of the position.
Momochi pulls Samaras in close to prevent any damage.
Momochi is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
Momochi looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Samaras passes into half guard. #SUB2#
Momochi looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T4##SUB2#
Momochi looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Momochi is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Samaras pulls his head out easily.
Samaras tries to stand but his arm is trapped. #SUB2#
Momochi looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Momochi is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lefteris Samaras dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Momochi throws a hook but Samaras blocks it.
Samaras attempts a counter takedown but Momochi avoids it well and moves away.
Momochi fails with a takedown attempt.
Samaras throws a quick inside leg kick.
Momochi pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Samaras just misses with a punch to the body.
Momochi drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Samaras defends it well.
Momochi tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Momochi fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Samaras avoids it really well and circles away.
Samaras feinted with a counter takedown.
Momochi fails with a takedown attempt.
Lefteris Samaras has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sandayu Momochi .#T1#
Momochi looks to throw the jab but Samaras is out of range.
Samaras appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Samaras lands a nice shot to the body.
Momochi blocks the body kick.
Momochi misses with a hook. Samaras ducked under it nicely.
Samaras tries to counter with a takedown but Momochi is quick to defend against it.
Samaras lands with a right hand.
Samaras slips a jab from Momochi .
Samaras half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#CL#
Samaras gets a clinch.
Momochi is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Samaras tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Samaras scores with a nice hook to the head.
Samaras lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Samaras.
Momochi wants to take the fight to the mat but Samaras manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Samaras lands a nice uppercut.#T2#
Samaras struggles to land a body shot inside as Momochi controls his hands.
Samaras looking to slow down the pace here.
Samaras makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Momochi tries for a takedown. No joy.
Momochi takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Samaras.#BC#
Samaras breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Momochi walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Samaras rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Momochi moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Nice body kick from Samaras.
Samaras connects with a single shot there.
Samaras digs a good body shot into Momochi 's ribs.
Samaras fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Samaras waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Momochi .
Samaras cracks the inside of Momochi 's front leg. #T3#
Momochi uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Samaras.
Nice takedown defense from Samaras. No joy for Momochi on that attempt.
Momochi takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
A left and a right from Samaras both land. Nice combination.
Momochi shoots in for a double leg but Samaras sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
A decent looking cross lands there for Samaras.
Samaras walks into a jab.
Samaras misses with a wild body shot.
Momochi might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Samaras throws out a loose jab but Momochi uses good head movement to avoid it. #TD2#
Momochi decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Momochi tries to pass to full mount but Samaras defends it.
Momochi missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Samaras'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.#T4#
Samaras trying to control but Momochi postures up.
Momochi prevents Samaras from improving his position.#SUB2#
Momochi is trying to work for a kimura but Samaras is defending well.
Momochi missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #SUB2#
Momochi is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB2#
Momochi seems to be looking for submissions.

And that's the end of the fight!
Lefteris Samaras showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Samaras 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 Joseph Jones scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 29:28
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lefteris Samaras!
Lefteris Samaras spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.

Event: GKNy 68 - Halleck V Chambers
Date: Apr 30, 2016

#R1#
Umalatov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Samaras sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Umalatov somewhat.#TD2#
Umalatov gets the takedown into side control. #SUB2#
Umalatov is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Samaras knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Umalatov is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Samaras knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Umalatov tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T1##SUB2#
Umalatov swings around for an armbar but Samaras sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Umalatov's guard.#SUB2#
Umalatov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB2#
Umalatov working for submissions but it's allowed Samaras to get to half guard.
Samaras has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#SUB2#
Samaras moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Umalatov.
Umalatov is looking for a sweep.#T2#
Umalatov tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad.
Umalatov can't escape the position.
Umalatov keeps trying to improve his position.
Samaras is looking to stand but Umalatov has his arms wrapped tightly around him, looking to prevent the damage. #SU#
Samaras is standing up, even though he is in mount.
Samaras feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Umalatovs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Samaras swats away the attempt to clinch by Umalatov.
Lefteris Samaras is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T3#
Samaras throws a series of punches but Umalatov moves out of range.
Umalatov feints the counter takedown.
Umalatov darts in looking for a takedown but Samaras gets double underhooks and turns Umalatov into the cage.
Umalatov tries for a takedown but Samaras sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Lefteris Samaras has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gasan Umalatov.
Umalatov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Samaras.
Samaras lands an overhand right.
A punch combination from Samaras misses.
Samaras's corner calls for a 1-2. Samaras obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #TD2#
Umalatov shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Samaras's guard.
Samaras keeping moving, preventing Umalatov from controlling successfully.
Umalatov might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Samaras haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#T4#
Samaras keeping full guard, as Umalatov tries to pass.
Samaras keeping moving, preventing Umalatov from controlling successfully.
Umalatov is fighting to break Samaras's control of his arms but Samaras is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Umalatov advances position into side control!
Umalatov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Samaras keeps working.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Samaras tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Umalatov is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Samaras is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lefteris Samaras dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Umalatov shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Samaras as he jumps to the side.
Samaras throws a lazy right hand but Umalatov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Umalatov ducks under a wild hook from Samaras.
Umalatov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Jab from Samaras.
Samaras lands an overhand right.
Samaras keeps the fight on the outside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Umalatov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A chopping leg kick lands by Samaras.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Umalatov.
It looked like Samaras was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Umalatov.
Lefteris Samaras has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gasan Umalatov.#T1#
Samaras looks to land a right hand but Umalatov moved out of range.
Samaras looks to score with a jab to the body but Umalatov is just out of range.
Samaras misses with a looping left.
Samaras misses with a straight right.
Umalatov feints the counter takedown.#TD2#
Umalatov scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Umalatov is looking to take a break and control but Samaras is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Samaras tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Umalatov wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Gasan Umalatov has got the better of the ground game so far.
Samaras struggling a bit here.#SUB2#
Umalatov tries for a kimura but Samaras is defending well. #T2##SUB2#
Umalatov wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Samaras, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
Umalatov looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Samaras keeps Umalatov under control for a moment.
Samaras is looking to regain half guard here but Umalatov keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB2#
Umalatov working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T3##SUB2#
Umalatov wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Samaras, who protects the arm well.
Samaras tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Umalatov looking to control but instead Samaras has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Umalatov seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Samaras does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Umalatov prevents Samaras from improving his position.#SUB2#
Umalatov is working for a kimura but Samaras is defending it quite comfortably. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2#
Umalatov is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Umalatov trying to control from half guard but Samaras is working away.
Samaras slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Umalatov passes Samaras's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Umalatov is looking for a kimura but Samaras is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Umalatov to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Umalatov is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
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 Lefteris Samaras will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Umalatov wants to clinch.
Samaras stuffs the takedown attempt from Umalatov. Umalatov gets slowly back to his feet.
Umalatov moves in looking to clinch but Samaras pushes him off.
Samaras scores with a jab.
Samaras lands with a hook. Umalatov tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Samaras fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Umalatov manages to avoid it.
Umalatov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Samaras.
Umalatov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Samaras appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#T1#
Umalatov takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Umalatov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Samaras sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Umalatov somewhat.
Umalatov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Samaras tries to avoid it but Umalatov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Samaras to the ground. Samaras escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Lefteris Samaras has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gasan Umalatov.
Samaras tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Umalatov was well out of range. Poor timing from Samaras.
Samaras lands a jab to the head.
Umalatov wants to clinch up but Samaras keeps it at a distance.
Umalatov takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Samaras throws out a loose jab but Umalatov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Samaras 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. #T2#
Decent striking displayed by Samaras there.
Samaras is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Umalatov can do to turn this around?
Umalatov shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Samaras but Samaras pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Umalatov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Samaras defends it nicely.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Umalatov shoots for a double leg takedown but Samaras sprawls well. He's pushed Umalatov's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Samaras jabs at Umalatov's body.
Umalatov shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Samaras as he jumps to the side.
Umalatov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
An inside leg kick lands from Samaras. #T3#
Umalatov misses with a takedown attempt #TD#
so Samaras counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #SUB2#
Umalatov looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Samaras passes into side control. #SU#
Samaras stands up.
Samaras lands a slapping body shot.
Samaras lands with a nice combination. Umalatov backs away looking to recover.#T4#
The fighters circling - Samaras throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Umalatov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Umalatov fails with a takedown attempt.#CL#
Samaras clinches up with Umalatov and pushes him back against the cage.
Lefteris Samaras is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
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!
Samaras scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Samaras lands an uppercut.
Gasan Umalatov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Samaras tries a body shot but Umalatov blocks it. #BC#
Samaras breaks from the clinch.

And that's the end of the fight!
Lefteris Samaras showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Samaras, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 29:27
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 30:26
Judge Jonathan Paton scores the fight 30:26

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

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