Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 12, 2018

#R1#
Walker throws a head kick that misses.
Panado looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Panado will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Panado misses with a takedown attempt - Walker sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Panado has his takedown stuffed
and Walker cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ernesto Panado. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Walker connects with a nice looking jab.
Walker lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Panado circles away quickly and effectively.
Panado darts in looking for a takedown but Walker gets double underhooks and turns Panado into the cage.
Panado tries for a takedown but Walker circles away easily
and Walker counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Panado tries to score a power double leg takedown but Walker sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Panado somewhat.
Ernesto Panado seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Panado is defended easily by Walker.#T1#
Walker's jab looks to have found its range, popping Panado under the eye.#TD#
Panado shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Walker's guard.
Panado wants to pass the guard but Walker is keeping the position.
Walker is pulling down on Panado's head to control his posture.
Walker can't keep his opponent in guard - Panado advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Panado trying to pass the guard but Walker defending well.
Walker keeping hold of Panado's head, controlling as best he can.
Panado is pressing down on Walker's thigh, looking to free his foot. Walker is holding on for now. #T2#
Panado is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Walker looking for a sweep. Not yet Walker, not yet.
Walker managing to control the position.
Panado stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Walker swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Panado sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Walker's guard.
Panado wants to pass to mount but Walker is defending the position. #T3#
Panado is working hard here to advance position.
Panado has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Panado working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet. #SUB#
Panado goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Walker is on top in guard.
Panado looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T4##SUB#
Panado is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Walker defends well.
Walker would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #SUB#
Panado had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Walker defends it easily.
Walker engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Walker wants to pass the guard but Panado is keeping the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Panado bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Walker's guard. #REVR#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but John Walker will probably get the nod.
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#
Panado misses with a jab, cross combination.
Walker throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Walker tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Panado is looking for a counter combo.
Walker misses the shot to the body.
Walker lands with a nice body kick.
Good exchange - Walker coming out on top.
Walker throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Walker tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Panado was well out of range. Poor timing from Walker.
Walker scores with a jab. Panado acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Panado doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Walker connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
John Walker seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Walker lands with a nice body punch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Panado shoots in looking for a takedown. Walker tries to sprawl out of it but Panado keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Walker manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Walker thows a body kick. Panado tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Walker has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T1#
Panado takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Panado fails with the takedown#KD2#
and Walker counters with a crisp one two that drops Panado! Walker thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Panado to his feet! Panado is in big trouble!
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ernesto Panado. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Walker throws a quick head kick that knocks Panado silly! This fight is all over! What a finish! Walker is up on the cage, taking in the applause from the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:26 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). John Walker!
John Walker very nearly forgot to thank Mockstar Energy Drinks 160Q 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.
Ernesto Panado spoke after the fight, saying 'good win to my opponent sorry to my fans next time I will fight harder '.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 27, 2018

#R1#
Yu misses with a body kick.
Panado dives in and grabs Yu's left leg, looking for a takedown. Yu pushes down on Panado's head and hops out.
As Panado backs away, Yu returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Panado shoots in looking for a takedown but Yu manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Panado's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Yu connects with a leg kick. Panado looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Panado tries to score a power double leg takedown but Yu sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Panado somewhat.
Bai Yu has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ernesto Panado.
Yu throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Yu misses with a head kick.
Yu attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Panado has his takedown stuffed
and Yu counters with a low kick, right behind Panado 's knee.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yu lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Yu lands a head kick!
Yu slaps away a takedown attempt from Panado, before circling back to the center of the mat.#T1#
Panado shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Yu as he avoids it easily.
Yu swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Bai Yu is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A nice leg kick lands there from Yu. #TD2#
Panado scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Yu manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Yu stalling.
Panado wants to improve his position but Yu is controlling well.
Panado is looking to get back to full guard here but Yu has managed to pass to side control instead.
Panado tries to bench press Yu off him but Yu keeps the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Panado is letting Yu control him for a moment.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Panado gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Panado is looking to improve his position.
Panado makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Panado.#T3##SUB2#
Panado is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Yu defends well.#SUB2#
Panado looking for a guillotine here but Yu defends easily.
Yu is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Yu is looking to stand up but Panado won't let him. #SUB2#
Panado has his foot on Yu's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Yu works his way back into a safe position though.
Yu's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Panado 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.
Yu is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Yu continues to stall.
Panado manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Yu manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Panado pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Yu is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Panado drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Yu manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Panado has Yu in his guard.#REVR#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Yu trying to stand up but can't free himself from Panado's guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Yu content to stall in guard here. #SUB2#
Panado looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bai Yu dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Panado fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Panado shoots in for a double leg but Yu sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Yu looks to land a body kick but Panado moved away.
Yu fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Panado looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Yu is looking to slow Panado down with leg kicks.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Panado is defended easily by Yu.
Bai Yu has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ernesto Panado.
Yu lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yu throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Panado's head.
Yu is looking to slow Panado down with leg kicks. #TD2#
Panado darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#ES#
Yu has one foot on Panado's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.#T1#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Panado.
Good exchange - Yu coming out on top.
Yu throws a nice inside leg kick.
Panado gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Yu counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Panado is lucky that one didn't land flush.
Yu stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Ernesto Panado is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Yu tries to work over Panado's front leg with a kick but Panado checks it.
Yu leaves Panado with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Yu fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#T2#
A head kick misses from Yu.
Yu lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
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!
Panado dives in for a single leg takedown but Yu sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
A solid leg kick lands there for Yu.
Yu throws a head kick but Panado moves out of range.
Yu throws a sloppy head kick and Panado moves out of range easily.
Panado drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Yu defends it well.
Yu looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Panado's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Yu catches Panado with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Ernesto Panado seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Panado closes this distance looking for a takedown but Yu circles away.
Panado throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Yu's waist but Yu gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Panado off to one side.
Yu takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Nice takedown defense from Yu. No joy for Panado on that attempt.
Yu is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Panado can do to turn this around?
Yu feints and then cracks Panado's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Panado down. #T3#
Panado takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Panado tries for a takedown but Yu circles away easily
and Yu counters with a low kick, right behind Panado 's knee.
Yu buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Panado tries for a takedown but Yu circles away easily
and Yu counters with a straight right hand.
Yu lands with a kick to the temple. Panado shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Yu lands a front kick.
Panado with a lazy takedown attempt
and Yu counters with a slapping leg kick.
Panado has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Yu.
Panado has his takedown stuffed
and Yu counters with a solid body kick.
Panado is breathing heavily.
Panado walks forward, straight into a front kick from Yu.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A slapping leg kick lands for Yu. #T4#
Panado tries for a takedown but Yu circles away easily
and Yu counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A nice leg kick lands there from Yu.
Panado gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
letting Yu counter with a right hand.
Yu dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Panado. That did some damage!
Yu lands a head kick!
Yu buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Yu throws a head kick that Panado semi-blocks.
Yu connects with a solid leg kick.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Yu.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Panado with a lazy takedown attempt
and Yu counters with an inside leg kick.
Panado moves forwards but Yu connects with a nice, crisp jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bai Yu dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Panado 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.
Panado with a poor takedown
and Yu makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Panado takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Yu stuffs the takedown.
Yu scores with a crisp jab that stopped Panado in his tracks.
Yu lands a nice shot to the body.
Yu fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Panado has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Yu with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Panado shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Yu makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Bai Yu has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ernesto Panado.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
That kick from Yu tenderised Panado's leg. Panado is trying to keep his angry face on.
Panado shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Yu as he avoids it easily.
Bai Yu is winning the standup battle so far.
Panado takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Yu lands a leg kick that knocks Panado off balance momentarily.
Yu throws a leg kick which misses Panado's front leg but catches the back leg as Panado tries to avoid it. #T1#
Yu feints and then cracks Panado's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Panado down.
Yu lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Panado throws a combination that misses
and Yu counters with a nice low kick that buckles Panado's knee momentarily.
Panado swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
And Yu counters with a quick kick to the body but Panado blocks it.#TD2#
Panado looking to score a takedown here. Yu is defending well but Panado drives through and ends up in Yu's guard.
Yu looking to hit a scissor sweep but Panado is one step ahead there.
Panado trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Yu manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR#
Yu looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB2#
Panado is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Yu defends well.#T2##SUB2#
Panado throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Yu controlling from the top position.
Yu wants to get up but he can't break Panado's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Panado wants to sweep here but Yu controlling him for the moment.
Yu is stalling in the full guard. #T3##SUB2#
Yu avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Yu slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Yu stopping the sweep attempt from Panado.
Yu controlling from the top position.
Yu's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Bai Yu is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Panado tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB2#
Panado is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Yu defends well.
Yu trying to stand up but can't free himself from Panado's guard.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Yu feints and then cracks Panado's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Panado down.
You can see that Panado has visibly slowed down as a result of the leg kicks
Panado has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Yu.
Yu lands a nice leg kick that just misses Panado's sensitive parts.
Yu with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Panado shoots in but no luck this time.
Panado takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Ernesto Panado has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Yu scores with a leg kick.

And that's the end of the fight!
Bai Yu showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Yu 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 Mauricio Rocha scores the fight 30:26
Judge Leandro Rodrigues scores the fight 30:26
Judge Edson Gomes scores the fight 30:26

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bai Yu!
Ernesto Panado was interviewed post fight and said 'good win to my opponent sorry to my fans next time I will fight harder '.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 01, 2017

#R1#
A shot to the liver by Grey Ii. Beautiful body shot.
Grey Ii fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Panado has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Grey Ii throws a front kick that sends Panado stumbling back into the cage.
Panado shoots in for a takedown but Grey Ii shows good takedown defense.
Panado misses with a wild combination.
Grey Ii is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Panado with a body shot.
Grey Ii swings for the body but Panado moves out of range.
Grey Ii throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Panado.
Grey Ii just misses with a punch to the body.
Grey Ii connects with a body shot that sends Panado's belly button to the back.
Grey Ii digs a good body shot into Panado's ribs.
Grey Ii throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Sloppy strikes from Grey Ii. Those never looked like landing.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Grey Ii comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Panado stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Grey Ii.
Nice shot by Grey Ii.#T1#
Panado shoots in but Grey Ii avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Grey Ii looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Panado tries for a takedown but Grey Ii circles away easily
and Grey Ii counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Panado looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ernesto Panado. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Panado looks for a takedown but Grey Ii sprawls well.
Panado shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Grey Ii sprawls well. Grey Ii wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Panado gets slowly back to his feet.
Grey Ii throws a sloppy head kick and Panado moves out of range easily.
Panado shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Grey Ii as he avoids it easily.
Grey Ii doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Panado with a poor takedown
and Grey Ii counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Panado is breathing heavily.
Panado dives in and grabs Grey Ii's left leg, looking for a takedown. Grey Ii pushes down on Panado's head and hops out.#T2#
Panado chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Grey Ii can pounce on him.
Panado tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Panado takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Grey Ii lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Panado shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Grey Ii counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Grey Ii lands a nice looking body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Grey Ii cracks Panado with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Ernesto Panado seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Panado has his takedown stuffed
letting Grey Ii counter with a right hand.
Grey Ii feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Panados jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Grey Ii lands with a thumping leg kick.
Panado misses with a takedown
and Grey Ii counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Grey Ii dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T3#
Grey Ii scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Grey Ii connects with a leg kick. Panado looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Grey Ii stuffs the takedown attempt from Panado. Panado gets slowly back to his feet.
Despite the aggression on Grey Ii's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Grey Ii lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Panado takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Grey Ii is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Panado rather than just go for the knockout.
Grey Ii scores with a three punch combo!
Panado misses with the combination.
Grey Ii looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Panado takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Panado shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Grey Ii flicks out a counter leg kick but Panado steps away.#T4#
Panado doesn't manage to clinch there - Grey Ii circles away.
Grey Ii scores with a jab to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Panado looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #KD2#
Grey Ii cracks Panado with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Panado looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Grey Ii finish him? #ROC2#
Panado is rocked!
Panado leaves his chin hanging out and Grey Ii seizes the opportunity with an uppercut! Panado crumbles to the floor in a heap, and the referee steps in and tends to the downed fighter! What a knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Gunmetal Grey Ii!
Gunmetal Grey Ii decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
In defeat, Ernesto Panado stepped up to the mic, saying 'good win to my opponent sorry to my fans next time I will fight harder '.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 29, 2017

#R1##CL#
Martins rushes Panado and presses him up against the cage.#TD2#
Panado is trying to trip Martins. He has hold of a leg but Martins is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Panado persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Martins looking to control.
Panado wants to pass the guard but Martins is keeping the position.
Panado prevents Martins from getting back to his feet.
Panado stands and throws Martins's legs to the side, diving into side control. #SUB2#
Panado working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Panado tries to advance to mount but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Martins tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T1#
Martins struggling a bit here.#SUB2#
Panado tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Martins manages to get back to half guard.
Martins is trying to control but can't.
Martins definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Panado wants to pass to mount but Martins is defending the position.
Panado works his way into side control.
Martins tries to improve position but can't.
Panado advances nicely into full mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Panado has hold of Martins's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Martins manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Martins is desperately trying to improve his position but Panado has a good base and remains in mount.#T2#
Martins tries to hold on but Panado postures up.#SUB2#
Panado working from mount. He moves in close and looks like he might be going for an arm triangle... He's hopped off to the side and he's transitioned into an Anaconda choke. Martins turning a nasty shade of purple. He's refusing to tap but he's gone! He's out! The ref rips Panado off and cradles Martins's limp body as Panado celebrates with his corner.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Anaconda Choke). Ernesto Panado!
An out of breath Ernesto Panado thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 20, 2017

#R1#
Yu lands the left hand.
Panado throws a series of punches but Yu avoids them all with ease.
Yu tried to counter with a leg kick but Panado avoided it.
A lazy left from Yu finds it's target.
Panado shoots and misses
and Yu counters with a nice leg kick.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Yu.
Ernesto Panado seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Panado dives in and grabs Yu's left leg, looking for a takedown. Yu pushes down on Panado's head and hops out.
Yu half committed to a counter leg kick.
Yu turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Yu is looking to score with low kicks.
Panado shoots in looking for a takedown but Yu manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Panado's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Bai Yu has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ernesto Panado.
Yu throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Panado.
Panado throws a combination that misses
and Yu counters with a slapping leg kick.
A low kick from Panado misses
and Yu counters with a leg kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Panado shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Yu sprawls well. Yu wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Panado gets slowly back to his feet.
Yu throwing a counter right hand but Panado manages to avoid it.#TD2#
Panado dives in and scores a takedown into Yu's guard.#T1#
Panado won't allow Yu to sweep him here.
Yu keeping full guard, as Panado tries to pass. #SUB2#
Panado postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Yu is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Panado, into his guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Panado is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Yu is stalling in the full guard.
Yu has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T2#
Panado tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Yu is stalling in the full guard.
Panado looking to hit a scissor sweep but Yu is one step ahead there.
Yu controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SU#
Yu decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Panado shoots in looking for a takedown. Yu tries to sprawl out of it but Panado keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Yu manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T3#
Yu throws a nice inside leg kick.
Yu lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Yu cracks Panado with a right hand to the side of the head.
Panado gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Yu.
Panado fails with the takedown
and Yu counters with a slapping leg kick.
Yu throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Yu cracks the inside of Panado's front leg.
A solid leg kick lands there for Yu.
Yu throws a head kick that misses.
Yu buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Yu goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
An inside leg kick lands from Yu. #T4#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Panado is defended easily by Yu.
Yu throws a head kick but Panado moves out of range.
Panado takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Yu explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Panado throws a hook but Yu blocks it.
Yu lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Nice takedown defense from Yu. No joy for Panado on that attempt.
Panado shoots and misses
and Yu counters with a slapping leg kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Yu.
Yu clobbers Panado with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Panado has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Panado with a lazy takedown attempt
and Yu counters with a big head kick but Panado shrugs it off.
Yu thumps Panado with a low kick.
Panado tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Yu defends well and Panado ends up having to push Yu into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bai Yu dominated that round.
That's time! Yu's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Yu connects with a solid leg kick.
Yu connects with a solid leg kick.
Yu connects with a high kick. #TD2#
Panado gets a takedown into half guard.
Yu moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Yu keeping full guard, as Panado tries to pass.
Panado pushes down on Yu's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Yu is trying to get back to full guard.
Panado looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Yu moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T1#
Yu wants to sweep here but Panado controlling him for the moment.
Yu keeping full guard, as Panado tries to pass.
Panado won't allow Yu to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Panado drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Yu manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Panado has Yu in his guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Panado is looking for a triangle but Yu pushes his legs off easily.
Yu controlling from the top position.
Yu is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Panado can do to turn this around?#T2#
Yu trying to stand up but can't free himself from Panado's guard.
Yu is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Yu won't allow Panado to sweep him here.
Panado keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB2#
Panado working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Yu doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Yu manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Yu preventing the sweep.
Yu slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#SUB2#
Panado is looking for a triangle but Yu pushes his legs off easily.
Yu not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Yu.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Yu lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#TD2#
Panado closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Panado wants to free his trapped foot but Yu is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T4#
Yu wants to control but Panado is keeping busy.
Panado is looking to pass Yu's guard but actually Yu recovers to full guard.
Panado pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Yu is keeping the position for now.
Yu managing to control the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Panado looking to pass the guard.
Panado is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Ernesto Panado will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Panado fails to land the takedown.
Yu scoring well with a low kick there.
Panado on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Panado loads up on a big right hand but Yu slips the punch.
Yu lands a leg kick that knocks Panado off balance momentarily.
Yu digs a good body shot into Panado's ribs.
Yu lands a leg kick that knocks Panado off balance momentarily.
Panado tries for a takedown but Yu sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yu looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Panado fails with the takedown.
Yu appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Bai Yu has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ernesto Panado.
Panado fails to land the takedown.#T1#
Panado shoots in for a takedown but Yu shows good takedown defense.
Panado throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Yu's waist but Yu gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Panado off to one side.
Panado takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Yu turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Bai Yu is winning the standup battle so far.
Yu lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Yu turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Yu.
That kick from Yu tenderised Panado's leg. Panado is trying to keep his angry face on.
Panado shoots and misses
and Yu counters with a head kick. That will keep Panado thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Nice shot by Yu.
A slapping leg kick lands for Yu.
Panado looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Yu is fending him off so far but Panado persists. Nope, Yu circles away and we're back to standing.
Bai Yu is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Yu scores with a hook.
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!
Panado has his takedown stuffed
and Yu counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena. #T2#
Panado fails with the takedown
and Yu counters with a leg kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by Yu. #TD2#
Panado dives in and scores a takedown into Yu's guard.
Yu is controlling Panado's posture.
Yu lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Yu is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T3#
Yu won't allow Panado to sweep him here.
Yu wants to get up but he can't break Panado's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #SUB2#
Panado is looking for a triangle but Yu pushes his legs off easily.
Yu stays in close to Panado's body and controls the position.
Ernesto Panado has got the better of the ground game so far.
Yu trying to stand up but can't free himself from Panado's guard.
Yu is stalling in the full guard. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Panado looking to hit a scissor sweep but Yu is one step ahead there.
Yu stays in close to Panado's body and controls the position. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Panado shoots in looking for a takedown. Yu tries to sprawl out of it but Panado keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Yu manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Panado's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
A solid leg kick lands there for Yu.

And that's the end of the fight!
Bai Yu showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Yu 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 Leandro Rodrigues scores the fight 29:28
Judge Paulo Santos scores the fight 29:28
Judge Mauricio Rocha scores the fight 30:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bai Yu!
The defeated Ernesto Panado had this to say: 'good win to my opponent sorry to my fans next time I will fight harder '.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 02, 2017

#R1#
Panado shoots and misses
and Grey Ii connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Panado is trying hard to land a takedown here. Grey Ii sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Grey Ii is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Panado with a body shot.
Panado tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Grey Ii swivels and escapes.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ernesto Panado. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Panado has his takedown stuffed
and Grey Ii counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Panado on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Panado shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Grey Ii! But no joy.
Grey Ii moves into range and connects with a jab.
Grey Ii throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Grey Ii moves out of range of the leg kick from Panado.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Panado.
A telegraphed right hand from Grey Ii misses the target.
Grey Ii leaves Panado with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#T1#
Grey Ii throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ernesto Panado seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Grey Ii stuffs the takedown.
Jab by Grey Ii.
Panado throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Grey Ii's waist but Grey Ii gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Panado off to one side.
Grey Ii appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Panado on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Grey Ii bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Panado's head.
Grey Ii dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Panado will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Panado gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Grey Ii counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Panado fails with a takedown attempt.
Grey Ii appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Grey Ii lands a really nice looking cross but Panado seems unphased. #T2#
Panado misses with a takedown
and Grey Ii counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Grey Ii lands with a thumping leg kick.
Grey Ii is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Panado had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Panado shoots in for a takedown but Grey Ii shows good takedown defense.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Grey Ii! But no joy.
Panado with a lazy takedown attempt
and Grey Ii counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Panado with a poor takedown
and Grey Ii counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Grey Ii stuffs the takedown attempt from Panado. Panado gets slowly back to his feet.
Grey Ii lands a jab to the nose.
Grey Ii scores with a jab to the body.
Panado has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Panado there as he acknowledges the shot.#T3#
A kick lands to the mid section there for Grey Ii.
Nice shot by Grey Ii.
Panado doesn't succeed with the takedown#KD2#
and Grey Ii counters with a crisp one two that drops Panado! Grey Ii thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Panado to his feet! Panado is in big trouble!#ROC2#
Panado is rocked!
Panado is breathing heavily.
Grey Ii stuns Panado with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Oh Panado is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Grey Ii fakes a right and follows up with a big left that drops Panado to one knee - oooooh, he's wobbly! Panado looks to clinch but Grey Ii throws him off and pummels him into the canvas! Panado taps out under the strikes! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Gunmetal Grey Ii!
Gunmetal Grey Ii seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
The defeated Ernesto Panado had this to say: 'good win to my opponent sorry to my fans next time I will fight harder '.

Event: CCR 87
Date: Jun 23, 2017

#R1#
Panado looks to land a combination but Gotovina avoids it well.
Gotovina swings for the body but Panado moves out of range.
Gotovina throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Panado stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
A slow jab from Gotovina misses its intended target.
Gotovina fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Gotovina scores with a shot to the body.
Gotovina with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Panado shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Gotovina as he jumps to the side.
Gotovina looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Gotovina looks to land a right hand but Panado moved out of range.
Panado shoots in but Gotovina avoids the takedown attempt easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gotovina throws a nice inside leg kick.
Panado moves out of range of the strikes.
Ernesto Panado seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Panado has his takedown stuffed
and Gotovina counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Panado thinking.
Ante Gotovina has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ernesto Panado.#T1#
Panado fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#TD2#
Panado shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Panado wants to free his trapped foot but Gotovina is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB2#
Panado is trying to work for a kimura but Gotovina is defending well.
The fighters are battling for position here. Gotovina manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Panado looking to pass the guard. #T2#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Gotovina holds on and takes a little breather.
Panado slips nicely into half guard.
Panado passes the guard and advances to mount! #SUB2#
Gotovina defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Panado. #SUB2#
Panado working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Gotovina tries to lock up and control but Panado gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#SUB2#
Panado looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Gotovina tries to lock up and control but Panado gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T3##SUB2#
Panado is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Gotovina to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Gotovina shrugs it off.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Panado looking to secure an arm triangle but Gotovina defends it well.
Gotovina is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #SUB2#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Panado goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Gotovina is on top in guard.
Gotovina slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Gotovina passes into half guard.
Panado tries to get to full guard but Gotovina has control of the leg. #T4#
Panado is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Gotovina scores with a couple of nice shots.
Panado gets full guard.
Gotovina wants to pass the guard but Panado is keeping the position.
Gotovina controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Panado wants to sweep here but Gotovina controlling him for the moment.
Panado is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Gotovina controlling from the top position.
Gotovina stopping the sweep attempt from Panado.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ante Gotovina 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#
Panado misses with a takedown
and Gotovina counters with a nice body shot.
Gotovina swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Panado throws a counter combo.
Panado tries to score a power double leg takedown but Gotovina sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Panado somewhat.
A quick step to the side and Gotovina tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.#TD2#
Panado shoots in and bounces Gotovina off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Panado looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#ES#
Gotovina has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Panado off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds. #T1#
Gotovina keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Ante Gotovina has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ernesto Panado.
Panado fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Gotovina slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Panado fails to land the takedown.
A looping hook to the body misses from Gotovina. Panado does a little dance to reset his feet.
Panado takes one to the side of the head.
Panado fails to land the takedown.
Panado shoots for a double leg takedown but Gotovina sprawls well. He's pushed Panado's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Gotovina lands a slapping body shot.
Ante Gotovina is winning the standup battle so far.#T2#
Gotovina stuffs the takedown attempt from Panado. Panado gets slowly back to his feet.
Gotovina scores with a jab to the head.
Panado misses with a two punch combination.
Gotovina's corner calls for a 1-2. Gotovina obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Panado misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
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!
Panado darts in looking for a takedown but Gotovina gets double underhooks and turns Panado into the cage.
Gotovina lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Panado takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Gotovina works Panado's body with a nice hook.
Panado fails with the takedown
and Gotovina counters with a leg kick.
Gotovina is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Panado can do to turn this around?
Panado drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#T3#
Panado dives in and grabs Gotovina's left leg, looking for a takedown. Gotovina pushes down on Panado's head and hops out.
Gotovina feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Panado's calf.
Panado shoots in but Gotovina avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Ernesto Panado is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Panado tries for a takedown but Gotovina circles away easily
and Panado takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Gotovina lands with a thumping leg kick.
Panado shoots for a takedown but Gotovina saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
A good leg kick by Gotovina.
Panado misses with a takedown attempt
and Gotovina connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Panado uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Gotovina.
Panado shoots and misses
and Gotovina counters with a stiff right hand.
Panado is breathing heavily.
Panado moves forwards but Gotovina connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Gotovina looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks. #T4#
Gotovina cracks the inside of Panado's front leg.
Panado's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Panado goes for a double leg but Gotovina avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Gotovina continues to drive forward.
Gotovina scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Gotovina getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
That kick from Gotovina tenderised Panado's leg. Panado is trying to keep his angry face on.
Gotovina looks to land a right hand but Panado moved out of range.
Gotovina throws a body punch but Panado moves out of range.
Gotovina connects with a body shot that sends Panado's belly button to the back.
Panado misses with a double jab
and Gotovina counters with a straight right hand.
Panado avoids the body shot from Gotovina.
Gotovina connects with a body shot that sends Panado's belly button to the back.
Panado shoots and misses
and Gotovina counters with a lovely shot to the body.#TD2#
Panado feints and as Gotovina raises his hands in defense, Panado changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ante Gotovina dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R3#
Panado has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Gotovina finds it's way round the side to connect with Panado's head.
Gotovina feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Panado's calf.
That kick from Gotovina tenderised Panado's leg. Panado is trying to keep his angry face on.
Panado shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Gotovina connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Panado throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Gotovina's waist but Gotovina gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Panado off to one side.
Gotovina lands a nice shot to the body.
Gotovina just misses with a punch to the body.
Panado throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Gotovina's waist but Gotovina gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Panado off to one side.
Ante Gotovina has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ernesto Panado.
Gotovina catches Panado with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Panado gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Panado takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Gotovina lands a nice leg kick that just misses Panado's sensitive parts.
Gotovina fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Panado has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#T1#
Panado takes a shot to the body in his stride.
A leg kick checked by Panado.
Gotovina slaps away a takedown attempt from Panado, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Panado takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Panado with a lazy takedown attempt
and Gotovina counters with a leg kick.
Panado takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Gotovina stuns Panado with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Panado shoots and misses
and Gotovina counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Panado uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Gotovina.
Gotovina connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Panado takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Panado chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Gotovina can pounce on him.
Panado takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#T2#
Gotovina scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Gotovina defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Panado.
Panado changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Gotovina tries to avoid it but Panado manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Gotovina to the ground. Gotovina escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Gotovina tried to counter with a leg kick but Panado avoided it.
Panado tries for a takedown but Gotovina sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Panado takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Gotovina fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Panado manages to avoid it.
Gotovina moves into range and connects with a jab.
Panado misses with a takedown attempt - Gotovina sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Gotovina fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Panado manages to avoid it.
Gotovina dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Gotovina scores with the left hand. Panado knows he should have avoided that one.
Panado gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Gotovina counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T3#
Gotovina fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Panado looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Panado shoots and misses
and Gotovina counters with a right hand to the body.
Panado shoots in but no luck this time.
Gotovina was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Gotovina stuns Panado with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Gotovina uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Panado has time to react.
Gotovina throws a head kick that Panado semi-blocks.
Panado takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Gotovina keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
A counter left hand to the body from Gotovina misses its target.
Ante Gotovina is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Gotovina misses the shot to the body.
Gotovina changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Gotovina. Panado does a little dance to reset his feet.
Panado shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Gotovina sprawls well. Gotovina wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Panado gets slowly back to his feet.#T4#
Gotovina lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Gotovina tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Panado was well out of range. Poor timing from Gotovina.
Panado shoots in looking for a takedown. Gotovina tries to sprawl out of it but Panado keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Gotovina manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Panado avoids the body shot from Gotovina.
Gotovina tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Panado was well out of range. Poor timing from Gotovina.
Gotovina scores with a hook to the body. Panado takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Panado has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Gotovina lands a head shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ante Gotovina clearly takes that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R4#
Panado needs to keep his hands up - Gotovina had a free shot at his head there.#TD2#
Panado closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Panado trying to mount his opponent but Gotovina defends it.
Gotovina slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Panado trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Gotovina manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR#
Gotovina sitting in guard here, content to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Panado is on top in guard. #REVB#
Gotovina controlling Panado's posture.
Gotovina has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Gotovina is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Panado is looking to get back to full guard here but Gotovina has managed to pass to side control instead.#T2#
Gotovina wants to lay and pray for a moment but Panado keeps working.
Panado is trying to improve his position.
Panado is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Gotovina slips a nice elbow through Panado's hands, connecting with Panado's forehead.
Still in half guard, Gotovina seems content to control.
Gotovina winds up and cracks Panado with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Gotovina trying to pass the guard but Panado defending well.
Panado tries to roll over but Gotovina keeps him under control.
Gotovina is pressing down on Panado's thigh, looking to free his foot. Panado is holding on for now. #T3#
Gotovina is taking a breather. Panado says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Gotovina trying to control the action but Panado is working from the bottom.
Panado is looking for a sweep. Gotovina is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Panado slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Gotovina slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Gotovina has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Gotovina stopping the sweep attempt from Panado.
Our spies down at at Soul Supremacy Rio inform us that Panado has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#SUB2#
Panado is looking for a triangle here but Gotovina uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Panado is trying to improve his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Panado is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Gotovina off and has taken his back!
Gotovina trying to control but not successfully.
Panado doesn't have the hooks in and Gotovina manages to turn into his guard.
Gotovina seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Gotovina stopping the sweep attempt from Panado.
Gotovina engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Panado looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Gotovina puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ante Gotovina had his way with Ernesto Panado in that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R5#
Panado tries for a takedown but Gotovina circles away easily
letting Gotovina counter with a right hand.
Gotovina misses the shot to the body.
Panado fails with the takedown.
Panado tries for a takedown but Gotovina circles away easily
and Gotovina makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Ante Gotovina has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ernesto Panado.
Gotovina clobbers Panado with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
A looping hook to the body misses from Gotovina. Panado does a little dance to reset his feet.
Gotovina is looking to wear down Panado with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gotovina stuffs the takedown.
Gotovina misses the shot to the body.
Panado on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Gotovina. Gotovina obviously looking to wear him down.
Panado tries for a takedown but Gotovina circles away easily
and Gotovina counters with a lovely shot to the body.#T1#
Gotovina stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Gotovina wants it to stay on the feet.
Panado dives in and grabs Gotovina's left leg, looking for a takedown. Gotovina pushes down on Panado's head and hops out.
Panado is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Panado.
Panado doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Gotovina counters with a stiff right hand.
A slapping leg kick lands for Gotovina.
Gotovina lands with a good body shot.
Gotovina lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Panado fails with the takedown
and Gotovina counters with a nice uppercut.
Gotovina with a nice cross.
Panado shoots in for a takedown but Gotovina shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#T2#
Panado ducks right into an uppercut from Gotovina.
Panado takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Panado moves out of range of the strikes.
Gotovina with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Gotovina stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Panado is trying hard to land a takedown here. Gotovina sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Panado takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Panado has his takedown stuffed
and Gotovina counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Panado keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Panado is looking for the big counter here.
Panado fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Gotovina scores with a jab to the head. #T3##TD2#
Panado scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#SUB2#
Panado swings around for an armbar but Gotovina sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Panado's guard.
Gotovina not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Gotovina continues to stall.#SUB2#
Panado looking for subs off his back but Gotovina has passed one foot through into half guard.
Gotovina perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T4#
Gotovina seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Panado is pressing down on Gotovina's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB2#
Gotovina got a little sloppy there for a moment and Panado has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Gotovina has managed to get both his arms back between Panado's legs - danger averted.
Gotovina sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Ante Gotovina is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Gotovina stopping the sweep attempt from Panado.
Ernesto Panado has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Gotovina stands up over Panado, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Seu Braga scores the fight 50:44
Judge Edson Gomes scores the fight 50:44
Judge Daniel Cesar scores the fight 50:44

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ante Gotovina!
Ante Gotovina is the new middleweight champion!
An out of breath Ante Gotovina thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
Ernesto Panado spoke after the fight, saying 'good win to my opponent sorry to my fans next time I will fight harder '.

Event: CCR 84
Date: May 26, 2017

#R1#
Gotovina lands a jab to the head.
Gotovina stuffs the takedown.
Panado will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
A decent looking cross lands there for Gotovina.
We've been hearing reports that Panado has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Gotovina scores with a sloppy right hand. Panado should have avoided that one.
Panado throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Gotovina misses with a wild body shot.
Panado shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Gotovina as he avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ernesto Panado. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Gotovina stuns Panado with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Gotovina looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Panado shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Gotovina but Gotovina pushes him off and we're back to square one.
A countering left hand to the body from Gotovina misses.
Gotovina lands with a shot to the body.
Gotovina lands with a straight right. Panado didn't see that one coming.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Panado fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Gotovina lands a jab to Panado's midsection.#T1#
Panado falls off balance throwing a combination
and Gotovina counters with a nice body shot.
Panado shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Gotovina sprawls well. Gotovina wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Panado gets slowly back to his feet.
Nice body punch from Gotovina.
Gotovina connects with a body shot that sends Panado's belly button to the back.
Gotovina works Panado's body with a nice hook.
Panado misses with a takedown attempt - Gotovina sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Panado takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#T2#
Panado shoots in but no luck this time.
Gotovina lands a jab to the head.
Gotovina looks to score with a jab to the body but Panado is just out of range.
Panado misses with a takedown
enabling Gotovina to counter with a crisp jab.
Panado fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Gotovina avoids it really well and circles away.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Panado darts in looking for a takedown but Gotovina gets double underhooks and turns Panado into the cage.
Gotovina doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Gotovina fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Panado has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Panado.
Ante Gotovina is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Gotovina stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Gotovina wants it to stay on the feet.
Panado takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Panado is breathing heavily.
Gotovina uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Gotovina with a body punch. A glancing blow. #T3#
Gotovina scores with a body shot.
That kick from Gotovina tenderised Panado's leg. Panado is trying to keep his angry face on.
Ernesto Panado seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Panado with a lazy takedown attempt
letting Gotovina counter with a right hand.
Gotovina changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Gotovina lands a high kick!
Panado with a lazy takedown attempt
enabling Gotovina to counter with a crisp jab.
Gotovina scores with a leg kick.
Gotovina cracks the inside of Panado's front leg.
Gotovina cracks the inside of Panado's front leg.
Gotovina cracks Panado with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Panado is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Panado misses with a takedown
and Gotovina counters with a leg kick.
Gotovina blocks a jab.
Panado shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Gotovina pinned against the cage. Gotovina gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T4#
Panado throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
letting Gotovina counter with a right hand.
Gotovina misses with a body punch #TD#
and Panado counters with a nice double leg into side control. Gotovina won't be happy with that.
Gotovina is looking for a sweep.
You can see the frustration on Gotovina's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Gotovina is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Gotovina is trying to stand back up but Panado is controlling him
Gotovina is looking for a sweep. Panado is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Gotovina has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Panado trying to pass the guard but Gotovina defending well.
Panado is working hard here to advance position.
Gotovina has his hands clasped together around Panado's back. He's all about the action.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ante Gotovina 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#
Gotovina scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Panado takes one to the side of the head.
Gotovina feints and then cracks Panado's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Panado down.
Gotovina has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Gotovina lands a nice shot to the body.
Panado shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Gotovina as he jumps to the side.
Gotovina looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Gotovina fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Panado takes a shot to the body in his stride.
A slapping leg kick lands for Gotovina.
Gotovina feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Panado's calf.
Ante Gotovina seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Gotovina feints and then cracks Panado's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Panado down.
Panado fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#T1#
Panado takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Gotovina scores with a jab to the body.
Gotovina waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Panado.
Panado seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Panado shoots in looking for a takedown but Gotovina manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Panado's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Gotovina looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ernesto Panado. That's going to take a lot out of him.
An inside leg kick lands from Gotovina.
Gotovina lands a body shot.
Panado fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Gotovina scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Panado takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Gotovina lands with a nice body punch.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#TD#
Gotovina tries to sprawl but Panado drives through with a takedown into half guard.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Gotovina preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. #ES2#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Gotovina has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Panado is on him like a limpet, forcing Gotovina back against the cage.#TD2#
Gotovina has Panado pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Gotovina pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Panado tumbling to the mat - Gotovina dives into Panado's guard.
Gotovina stays in close to Panado's body and controls the position.
Gotovina stopping the sweep attempt from Panado.
Gotovina chips away with some ground and pound.
Gotovina is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Ante Gotovina has got the better of the ground game so far.
Panado keeping full guard, as Gotovina tries to pass. #T3#
Gotovina engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB#
Panado looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Panado looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Panado is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Gotovina defends well.
Gotovina forces his way into half guard.
Nice strikes from Gotovina there.
Gotovina keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#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.#SU2#
Gotovina stands, ready to strike. The ref makes him back up and allows Panado to get to his feet.
Gotovina lands with a shot to the body.
Gotovina slaps away a takedown attempt from Panado, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Panado shoots and misses
and Panado takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Gotovina is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Panado rather than just go for the knockout.
Gotovina lands a nice leg kick that just misses Panado's sensitive parts.
Gotovina lands a slapping body shot.
Gotovina scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Panado doesn't seem bothered though.
Gotovina keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Panado shoots in but Gotovina avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Gotovina dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Panado. That did some damage!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ante Gotovina showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Gotovina just misses with a punch to the body.
Panado is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Gotovina displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Panado.
Gotovina throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Panado stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Gotovina connects with a solid leg kick.
Panado looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Gotovina darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Panado takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders. #TD#
Panado decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#ES2#
Gotovina makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Panado takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Gotovina throws a quick inside leg kick. #T1#
Gotovina stuns Panado with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Panado darts in looking for a takedown but Gotovina gets double underhooks and turns Panado into the cage.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Gotovina! But no joy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ernesto Panado. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Gotovina thumps Panado with a low kick.
Panado goes for a double leg but Gotovina avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Gotovina continues to drive forward.
Panado shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
enabling Gotovina to counter with a crisp jab.
Gotovina uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Panado has time to react.
Gotovina tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Panado was well out of range. Poor timing from Gotovina.
An inside leg kick lands from Gotovina.
Gotovina scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Panado fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Gotovina cracks the inside of Panado's front leg. #T2#
Gotovina throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Panado stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Gotovina with a body punch. A glancing blow.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gotovina throws out a powerful jab.
Donk. Gotovina catches Panado right on the button with a cross.
Panado on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Gotovina lands a lovely overhand right.
Gotovina turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Panado gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Gotovina counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Gotovina punishes Panado's body with a nice straight punch.
Gotovina throws a nice outside leg kick.
Panado with a lazy takedown attempt
enabling Gotovina to counter with a crisp jab.
Gotovina dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Nice uppercut there from Gotovina.#T3#
Gotovina scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Panado doesn't seem bothered though.
Gotovina digs a good hook to Panado's body.
Gotovina dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Panado. That did some damage!
Gotovina lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Panado shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Jab from Gotovina.
Panado dives in for a single leg takedown but Gotovina sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Gotovina cracks the inside of Panado's front leg.
Gotovina chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A chopping leg kick lands by Gotovina.
Gotovina works Panado's body with a nice hook.
Panado takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Gotovina looks to score with a jab to the body but Panado is just out of range.
Gotovina lands the left hand.#T4#
Gotovina connects with an inside leg kick.
Panado with a lazy takedown attempt
and Gotovina counters with an inside leg kick.
Gotovina fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Gotovina scores with a hook to the body. Panado takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Panado has a takedown stuffed.
Gotovina swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Ante Gotovina is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Panado has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Panado there as he acknowledges the shot.
Panado throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Gotovina.
Panado gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Gotovina counters with a nice body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Panado throws a left and a right that both miss
and Gotovina counters with a right hand to the body.
Gotovina lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Ernesto Panado has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Gotovina lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ante Gotovina comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Gotovina has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Edson Gomes scores the fight 25:30
Judge Felipe Paraventi scores the fight 26:30
Judge Daniel Cesar scores the fight 25:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ante Gotovina!
Ante Gotovina seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
Ernesto Panado was interviewed post fight and said 'good win to my opponent sorry to my fans next time I will fight harder '.

Event: CCR 83
Date: May 19, 2017

#R1##TD2#
Tromp tries to sprawl but Panado drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Tromp wants to get back to his feet.
Panado tries to pass the half guard into mount. Tromp knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Tromp on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Tromp tries to get out of the position.
Panado stops Tromp from getting back to his feet.
Tromp knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Panado on the ground.
Panado works his way into side control.
Panado tries to advance to mount but Tromp denies him.
Tromp controls the position for a moment.#SUB2#
Panado is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Tromp is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Panado works to advance to full mount. Tromp defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. #SUB2#
Panado wants to finish this one by submission but Tromp is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Panado. #T1#
Tromp is trying to get back to his feet but can't.
Tromp tries to reverse the position but Panado maintains control.#SUB2#
Panado has control of Tromp's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Tromp regains control of the situation pretty easily. #SUB2#
Panado looking for a guillotine from mount but Tromp is having none of it. #SUB2#
Panado moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Tromp has worked his arm free - good work by Tromp!
Panado tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Panado moves into full mount! #T2#
Tromp wants to use the cage to get back to his feet here. #SUB2#
Panado is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Tromp can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning. #SUB2#
Panado swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Tromp is now in Panado's guard. A big mistake from Panado there, giving up the dominant position!
Tromp trying to control the position from guard on top but Panado is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Panado tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Tromp trying to control but Panado is working from the bottom.
Tromp has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Tromp avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB2#
Panado has his foot on Tromp's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Tromp works his way back into a safe position though.#T3#
Tromp wanted to stand there but Panado had control of the position.
Tromp content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Tromp trying to stand up but can't free himself from Panado's guard.#SUB2#
Tromp got a little sloppy there for a moment and Panado has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Tromp has managed to get both his arms back between Panado's legs - danger averted.
Panado wants to sweep here but Tromp controlling him for the moment. #SU#
Tromp stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Tromp misses with a double jab
and Panado counters with a three punch combo that has Tromp backing up. Tromp nods at Panado to acknowledge the strikes.
Panado fails with a takedown attempt.
Tromp will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Panado lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.#T4##TD2#
Panado shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Panado was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!#SUB2#
Panado tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tromp prevents Panado from improving position.
Tromp manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Tromp tries to roll over but Panado keeps him under control.
Panado wants to pass to mount but Tromp is defending the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ernesto Panado dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Panado tries for a takedown but Tromp circles away easily
and Tromp counters with a left and a right that stings Panado.
Tromp misses with a head kick.
Panado dives in and grabs Tromp's left leg, looking for a takedown. Tromp pushes down on Panado's head and hops out.
Panado has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Panado tries to score a power double leg takedown but Tromp sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Panado somewhat.
Tromp seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Gunnar Tromp has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ernesto Panado.
Nice takedown defense from Tromp. No joy for Panado on that attempt.
Tromp throws a combination. Panado tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
A right-left combo lands from Tromp. #TD2#
Panado closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Tromp's guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Panado looking to pass the guard.
Tromp has Panado pulled in close to control his posture.
Panado passes Tromp's left leg - he's now in half guard. #T1#
Tromp pushes Panado off looking to stand but Panado dives back in and keeps control.
Panado frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #SUB2#
Tromp defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Panado. #SUB2#
Panado working from mount. He moves in close and looks like he might be going for an arm triangle... He's hopped off to the side and he's transitioned into an Anaconda choke. Tromp turning a nasty shade of purple. He's refusing to tap but he's gone! He's out! The ref rips Panado off and cradles Tromp's limp body as Panado celebrates with his corner.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:45 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Anaconda Choke). Ernesto Panado!
Ernesto Panado thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: CCR 80
Date: Apr 28, 2017

#R1#
Tudekiks defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Panado.
Tudekiks fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss. #CL2#
Tudekiks fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Panado, pushing him back against the cage.#BC2#
Tudekiks pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Panado shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Tudekiks counters with a stiff right hand.
Panado goes for a double leg but Tudekiks avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Tudekiks continues to drive forward.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ernesto Panado. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tudekiks throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Panado shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Tudekiks counters with a nice uppercut.
Panado misses with a takedown attempt
and Tudekiks counters with a straight right hand.
Panado shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Tudekiks as he jumps to the side.
Tudekiks showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Panado.
Tudekiks lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt! #T1#
Tudekiks closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Panado has his takedown stuffed
and Tudekiks counters with a stiff right hand. #ROC2#
Panado is rocked!
Panado tries for a takedown but Tudekiks circles away easily
and Tudekiks counters with a huge left! Panado is in big trouble! He's backing up but Tudekiks isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save Panado from any more damage. A dominating finish by Tudekiks!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Suleijma Tudekiks!
Suleijma Tudekiks managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Namunamu Clothing , into his post fight interview.
In defeat, Ernesto Panado stepped up to the mic, saying 'good win to my opponent sorry to my fans next time I will fight harder '.

Event: CCR 76
Date: Mar 31, 2017

#R1#
Williams throws a series of strikes that have Panado backpedaling.
Panado with a poor takedown
and Williams counters with a left to the body. #TD#
Panado feints and as Williams raises his hands in defense, Panado changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Panado passes into half guard. #SUB2#
Williams looking for submissions off his back.
Williams is looking to improve his position. #SUB#
Panado is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Williams sees it coming and defends easily.
Panado works his way into side control.
Panado tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #SUB#
Panado wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Williams, who protects the arm well. #T1#
Panado tries to advance to mount but can't.
Panado has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Williams!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Williams is wriggling around trying to escape. #SUB#
Panado moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Williams has worked his arm free - good work by Williams!
Williams stops Panado from passing to mount. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Panado wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Williams, who protects the arm well.
Panado advances nicely into full mount. #SUB#
Panado goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Williams is on top in guard.
Panado is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Williams won't allow Panado to pass to mount.
Panado has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Williams is working to get back to half guard. #T3##SUB#
Panado moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Williams has worked his arm free - good work by Williams!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Williams tries to bench press Panado off him but Panado keeps the position.
Panado passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Williams! #SUB#
Panado goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Williams turns into him and now he's in Panado's guard.
Williams scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Williams sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Panado wants to sweep here but Williams controlling him for the moment. #T4#
Williams in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Williams trying to control the position from guard on top but Panado is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Williams lands a couple of digs.
Williams throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Williams makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Williams stands and throws Panado's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Panado is trying to improve his position.#SUB2#
Williams thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Williams wants to lay and pray for a moment but Panado keeps working.
Panado regains half guard.
Panado moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Williams sitting in guard, not really doing much.
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 Ernesto Panado will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Williams avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A little jabbing left from Williams on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Panado tries for a takedown but Williams circles away easily
and Williams cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Panado throws a head kick that misses.
Williams is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Panado gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Williams counters with a nice uppercut.
Williams has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Panado with a lazy takedown attempt
and Williams counters with a nice uppercut.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ernesto Panado. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A decent looking cross lands there for Williams.
Williams slaps away a takedown attempt from Panado, before circling back to the center of the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Williams lands with a good body shot.
Williams stuffs the takedown.
Williams appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#T1#
Panado is trying hard to land a takedown here. Williams sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Panado moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromWilliams.
Ernesto Panado is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Panado fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Panado shoots for a takedown but Williams saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Panado looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Williams is fending him off so far but Panado persists. Nope, Williams circles away and we're back to standing.
Keon Williams seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Williams fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Panado looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Panado shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Williams counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Williams throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Panado shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Williams sprawls well. Williams wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Panado gets slowly back to his feet.
Williams looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Williams stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Williams wants it to stay on the feet.
Ernesto Panado seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
Panado misses with a takedown attempt
and Williams counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Panado shoots in for a takedown but Williams shows good takedown defense. #TD#
Panado looking to score a takedown here. Williams is defending well but Panado drives through and ends up in Williams's guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB2#
Williams throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Panado looking to pass the guard.
Panado slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Williams has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB#
Panado is trying to get an arm triangle but Williams is defending well.
Panado tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #T3#
Williams sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Panado passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Williams! #SUB#
Panado jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Williams is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Williams and Panado has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Williams tries to bench press Panado off him but Panado keeps the position. #SUB#
Panado wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Williams, who protects the arm well.
Williams is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#T4##SUB2#
Williams looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Panado trying to pass the guard but Williams defending well.
Panado is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Williams is trying to escape the mount. #SUB#
Panado goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Williams turns into him and now he's in Panado's guard.
Williams is pushing down on Panado's leg trying to pass to half guard. Panado is fighting to maintain full guard but Williams has managed to sneak the leg through.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Keon Williams showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. 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#
Panado will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Williams throws a one two combo.
Panado is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight. #TD#
Williams gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Panado to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Panado passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Panado advances nicely into full mount. #SUB#
Panado goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Williams turns into him and now he's in Panado's guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Panado is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR##T1#
Williams is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Panado's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Panado's back!#SUB2#
Williams working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Panado tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell! #SUB2#
Williams is working for a guillotine from mount but Panado frees his head quite easily.
Williams controlling the position easily from mount.
Panado is looking to improve his position but Williams isn't that keen on the idea.
Panado is bucking up trying to escape but Williams cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Panado regains half guard.
Williams controlling the pace. #T2#
Panado has hold of Williams's hands but Williams slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Williams prevents Panado from improving his position.
Williams content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Williams drops an elbow to the side of Panado's head.
Panado taking some punishment here, with Williams in his half guard.
Panado is looking for a sweep. Williams is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Williams trying to pass the guard but Panado defending well.
Panado wants to improve his position but Williams is controlling well.
Williams trying to control the pace. #SUB2#
Williams is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Panado sees it coming and defends easily.#T3#
Williams thows a huge punch but Panado dodges it nicely. #SUB2#
Williams is looking for a kimura but Panado is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Williams to get the leverage.
Williams prevents Panado from improving his position.
Williams throwing shots but Panado is blocking nicely.
Williams is keen to just control but Panado is a slippery customer.
Williams sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Panado defending well though.
Ernesto Panado overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Panado makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Panado.
Williams not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Williams is continuing to stall.
Williams takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Williams pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Panado is keeping the position for now.
Panado keeping moving, preventing Williams from controlling successfully.
Williams won't allow Panado to sweep him here. #T4##SUB#
Panado is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Williams is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Panado looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Williams lands a couple of elbows.
Williams lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Williams is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Panado wants to sweep but no luck.
Williams controls from within his opponent's guard.
Panado looking for a sweep. Not yet Panado, not yet.
Williams scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Williams slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Williams scoring with some ground and pound.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Edson Gomes scores the fight 28:30
Judge Mauricio Rocha scores the fight 28:29
Judge Felipe Paraventi scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Keon Williams!
Post fight, Keon Williams stared into the camera and said 'You know after 3 straight losses it was important for me to win a fight after all. I really thought about retirement. Now I know I still got it. Expect more, baby!'.
The defeated Ernesto Panado had this to say: 'good win to my opponent sorry to my fans next time I will fight harder '.

Event: CCR 75
Date: Mar 24, 2017

#R1#
Panado shoots and misses
and Buckshank counters with a nice uppercut.
Panado darts in looking for a takedown but Buckshank gets double underhooks and turns Panado into the cage.
Horrible takedown attempt by Panado or perhaps it was just good defense by Buckshank, which made it look bad.
Ozamataz Buckshank has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ernesto Panado.
Panado shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Buckshank sprawls well. Buckshank wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Panado gets slowly back to his feet.
Buckshank defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Panado.
Buckshank throws a nice looking combination but Panado bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Panado throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Buckshank looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
A jab from Buckshank does it's job there.
Panado tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Buckshank swivels and escapes.
Buckshank moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Buckshank lands with a straight right. Panado didn't see that one coming.
Both fighters circling a little - Buckshank finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Panado looks winded!
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!
Buckshank lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Panado circles away quickly and effectively.
A nice inside leg kick there by Buckshank. That's going to slow Panado down.
Buckshank drops Panado with a naaaaasty hook - Panado is in real trouble here! Buckshank dives in to side control and pounds out his opponent for a TKO victory! The crowd goes nuts!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ozamataz Buckshank!
Ozamataz Buckshank retains his middleweight title!
Ozamataz Buckshank 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.
In defeat, Ernesto Panado stepped up to the mic, saying 'good win to my opponent sorry to my fans next time I will fight harder '.

Event: CCR 73
Date: Mar 10, 2017

#R1##TD#
Brown gets caught flat footed, as Panado shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Brown pulls Panado in close to his closed guard and prevents Panado from doing any damage or advancing position.
Panado trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Panado stopping the sweep attempt from Brown.
Panado slips nicely into half guard.#SUB#
Panado is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Brown is just riding it out for now. Panado eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Panado seems to be working for a kimura but Brown defends the submission attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Panado passes to full mount!
Panado prevents Brown from getting the reversal.#T1##SUB#
Panado goes for an armbar but Brown turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Brown.
Brown wants to control from the top but Panado keeps moving.
Brown must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Panado wants to sweep but no luck.
Brown trying to control but Panado is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Brown won't allow Panado to sweep him here. #SUB#
Panado is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Panado wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Panado working for a triangle but Brown defends it easily.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Brown tries to free his leg and advance position but Panado is retaining full guard. #T2#
Brown trying to control the position from guard on top but Panado is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Panado is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Brown throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Panado works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Brown would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #SUB#
Panado is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Brown rolls with it to try and escape but Panado cranks on the arm and Brown is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ernesto Panado!
Ernesto Panado decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: CCR 70
Date: Feb 17, 2017

#R1#
Panado shoots in and drives through. Henley sprawls well.#CL#
Henley rushes Panado and presses him up against the cage.
Henley lands a body shot. #BC#
Henley's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Henley! #CL#
Henley clinches up with Panado and pushes him back against the cage.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Henley obliges.#BC#
Henley escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL#
Henley has taken the fight to the clinch. #BC#
Henley pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Henley fakes the leg kick and cracks Panado in the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nice takedown defense from Henley. No joy for Panado on that attempt. #CL#
Panado gets tackled into the cage by Henley. Henley maintains the clinch.
I was talking to Henley's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Stalling in the clinch from Henley. #BC#
Henley breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T1#
Henley moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Panado throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air. #CL#
Henley has closed the distance and engaged Panado in a clinch.
Henley stalling in the clinch.
Henley is struggling to control the position.
Henley misses with an elbow over the top.#BC#
Henley breaks the clinch. #CL#
Henley gets a clinch.
Henley is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son. #BC#
Henley's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T2#
Henley is looking to score with low kicks.
A left lands for Henley.
Henley fails to land with a series of punches.
Henley bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Panado's head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD2#
Henley gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Panado to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Panado stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Henley swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Panado being controlled here momentarily.
Panado trying to move into half guard but instead Henley has managed to sweep!#REVR##SUB2#
Panado throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Henley escapes and throws Panado's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Panado is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Henley is one step ahead and moves to full mount!#T3#
Panado is looking to get to half guard.
Henley looking to control and managing it successfully.
Henley tries to stand up but he's trapped just for the moment.
Henley wants to take Panado's back but he can't do it this time.
Panado is desperately trying to improve his position but Henley has a good base and remains in mount.#SU#
Henley is standing up out of mount! Strange tactic there - he must really want this one on the feet! #CL#
Henley moves into the clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Henley.#BC#
Henley pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T4#
Panado shoots in for a takedown but Henley shows good takedown defense.
MIchael Henley has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ernesto Panado.
Panado changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Henley tries to avoid it but Panado manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Henley to the ground. Henley escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Henley throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Panado.
Henley leaves Panado with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
A combination from Henley does no damage.
Panado walks forward, straight into a front kick from Henley.
MIchael Henley is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL#
Henley clinches.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Henley using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Henley slows down the pace here.
Henley slowing the pace effectively.
The crowd are getting pretty annoyed with Henley for his constant stalling in the clinch and are voicing their displeasure.#BC#
Henley's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

MIchael Henley dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2##CL#
Henley has closed the distance and engaged Panado in a clinch. #BC#
Henley pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Henley throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Panado.
Henley leaves Panado with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Panado tries to score a power double leg takedown but Henley sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Panado somewhat.
A looping hook to the body misses from Henley. Panado does a little dance to reset his feet.
Despite the aggression on Panado's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
MIchael Henley is winning the standup battle so far.#CL#
Henley forces Panado back against the cage and clinches.
Come on Henley - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Henley works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process. #BC#
Henley pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Panado avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #T1##CL#
Henley instigates a clinch.
Panado has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Henley seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Panado can turn it around.
Panado being controlled against the cage.
Henley taking a breather.
A short right from Henley on the inside. #BC#
Henley's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Panado shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Henley defends it nicely.
MIchael Henley has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ernesto Panado.
Panado takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie. #T2#
Panado with a lazy takedown attempt
and Henley counters with a three punch combo that has Panado backing up. Panado nods at Henley to acknowledge the strikes.#TD2#
Panado darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Henley keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Henley won't allow Panado to pass to mount.
Panado is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Henley reverses the position - he's now on top in Panado's guard.
Henley looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Panado bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Henley's guard. #REVB##T3#
Panado postures up.
Panado tries to free his leg and advance position but Henley is retaining full guard.
Henley is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Panado trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Henley pulls Panado in close to prevent any damage.
Henley keeping full guard, as Panado tries to pass.
Panado trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Henley manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR#
Henley has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Panado is proving hard to escape from.
Henley preventing the sweep. #T4#
Panado looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Henley puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Panado is looking to improve his position.
Henley is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Panado is looking for a sweep. Henley is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Henley is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Panado can do to turn this around?
MIchael Henley overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB2#
Panado looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Henley sitting and controlling from the half guard. #SU#
Henley stands up from half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

MIchael Henley dominated that second round.
That's time! Henley's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Henley misses with a few strikes there.
Panado shoots in for a takedown but Henley shows good takedown defense.
Henley lands a nice shot to the body.
Henley looks for the body kick but Panado saw that one coming.
Panado changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Nice shot lands for Henley.
Panado tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Panado uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Henley.
A solid leg kick lands there for Henley. #CL#
Henley gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
A bit of stalling here from Henley. #BC#
Henley breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Horrible takedown attempt by Panado or perhaps it was just good defense by Henley, which made it look bad.
Panado shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Henley as he jumps to the side.
MIchael Henley has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ernesto Panado.
Henley doesn't manage to clinch there - Panado circles away. #T1##CL#
Henley gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Panado being controlled against the cage.
Henley will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Panado up against the cage.
Henley gets a warning from the ref for wasting time.
Henley lands a hook that snaps the head of Panado backwards.
Henley working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Henley displaying some good clinch control by pressing Panado up against the cage.
Panado letting Henley take a breather here.#T2#
Henley is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
MIchael Henley is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by MIchael Henley.
Henley tries to clinch there but Panado circles away.
Panado tries a head kick but it misses.
Henley fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Henley tries to clinch up but Panado circles away and keeps his distance.
Panado with the counter takedown but Henley avoids it easily.
Henley misses with a body shot. #CL#
Henley moves into the clinch.
Panado stalling in the clinch but Henley improves position.
Henley will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Panado up against the cage.#BC#
Henley breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #T3#
Panado misses with a takedown attempt - Henley sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Panado shoots and misses
and Henley counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Panado moves out of range as Henley throws a body kick. #TD2#
Panado shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Henley wants to control but Panado is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Panado is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Henley is just riding it out for now. Panado eventually gives up the hold.
Henley wants to get back to full guard.#T4#
Panado wants to pass to mount but Henley is defending the position.
Panado is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Henley reverses the position - he's now on top in Panado's guard.
Panado bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Henley's guard. #REVB#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Henley looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Henley wants to sweep but no luck.
Ernesto Panado has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Panado working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.

And that's the end of the fight!
MIchael Henley showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Henley 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 Felipe Paraventi scores the fight 30:26
Judge Alexandre Firmino scores the fight 30:27
Judge Edson Gomes scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... MIchael Henley!
Ernesto Panado was interviewed post fight and said 'good win to my opponent sorry to my fans next time I will fight harder '.

Event: CCR 67
Date: Jan 27, 2017

#R1#
Panado on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Panado tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Johnson swivels and escapes.#TD2#
Panado closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Johnson did well to prevent Panado getting side control.
Johnson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Johnson is working hard here to advance position.
Johnson is trying to stand back up but Panado is controlling him
Panado passes to full mount! #SUB2#
Panado has control of Johnson's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Johnson regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Johnson wants to use the cage to get back to his feet here. #SUB2#
Panado looking for a guillotine from mount but Johnson is having none of it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB2#
Panado looking to isolate an arm here. Johnson doesn't see it coming and as Panado extends the arm, he's forced to tap out! Nice submission by Panado!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ernesto Panado!
A very excited looking Ernesto Panado 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: CCR 63 LHW GP Round 1
Date: Dec 30, 2016

#R1#
A jab lands there for Buckshank.
Buckshank 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.
Panado takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Ernesto Panado seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Panado fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Buckshank scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
A chopping leg kick lands by Buckshank.
Panado closes this distance looking for a takedown but Buckshank circles away.
Buckshank connects with a solid leg kick.
Buckshank swinging wildly here.
Buckshank thumps Panado with a low kick.
Panado closes the distance and clinches up with Buckshank, looking for a takedown. Panado pushes Buckshank against the cage but Buckshank circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ernesto Panado. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Panado.
Panado takes one to the side of the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Panado crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Buckshank - the referee stops the clock and Panado gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Buckshank. Panado manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Panado crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Buckshank - the referee stops the clock and Panado gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Buckshank. Panado manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Panado is breathing heavily.
Buckshank connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Panado has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Buckshank.#T1#
Buckshank scores with a jab.
Buckshank lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Buckshank fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Panado looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Panado takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Panado throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Buckshank.
Buckshank scores with a kick to the midsection.
Buckshank fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Panado.
Buckshank cracks the inside of Panado's front leg.
Buckshank cracks the inside of Panado's front leg.
Panado has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Buckshank.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Buckshank connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Buckshank. Panado shrugs it off though.
A decent looking cross lands there for Buckshank.#KD2#
Buckshank sends Panado crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Buckshank is motioning to the referee to let Panado up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#ROC2#
Panado is rocked!
Buckshank throws a pinpoint strike between Panado's hands that connects right on the jaw and sends Panado crashing to the floor! He's out before he even hits the mat and Buckshank scores a great knockout victory!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Ozamataz Buckshank!
Ozamataz Buckshank is the new middleweight champion!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Ozamataz Buckshank made sure he mentioned Flying Knee Clothing, along with how happy he was to win his fight.
The defeated Ernesto Panado had this to say: 'good win to my opponent sorry to my fans next time I will fight harder '.

Event: CCR 60
Date: Dec 09, 2016

#R1#
No joy there for Tudekiks, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Panado has a takedown stuffed.
Panado is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Tudekiks avoids the head kick by Panado. #TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Panado.
Panado tries to advance to mount but Tudekiks denies him.
Tudekiks wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Tudekiks trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.#SUB2#
Panado has hold of Tudekiks's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Tudekiks seems comfortable defending it but Panado has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Tudekiks is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Tudekiks is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Panado couldn't care less - he's delighted!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Ernesto Panado!
Ernesto Panado is the new middleweight champion!
A very excited looking Ernesto Panado 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: CCR 57
Date: Nov 18, 2016

#R1##TD2#
Panado gets the takedown into side control.
Camble prevents Panado from moving into mount.
Camble is trying to control Panado's posture but Panado avoids it.
Camble is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Camble is looking for a sweep.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Panado tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Panado has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Camble is looking to reverse the position.
Camble wants to control but Panado postures up.#SUB2#
Panado is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Camble knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Panado working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Camble is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Panado asserts his dominance and retains side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Camble struggling a bit here.#T1##SUB2#
Panado looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Camble prevents Panado from improving position.
Camble manages to work his way to half guard, despite Panado's best efforts.
Camble trying to control here.
Camble is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Fight Factory, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Camble manages to get to full guard.
Camble can't keep his opponent in guard - Panado advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Panado passes to full mount!
Camble is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T2#
Camble is working to get back to half guard. #SUB2#
Panado is working to isolate an arm here. It's a telegraphed submission attempt but he's gone for it anyway - and he's got it! Panado extends the arm and Camble is forced to tap!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ernesto Panado!
Ernesto Panado thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: CCR 54
Date: Oct 28, 2016

#R1#
Gotovina fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Panado has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Gotovina throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
An inside leg kick lands from Gotovina.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Panado is defended easily by Gotovina.
Gotovina swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Gotovina punishes Panado's body with a nice straight punch.
Gotovina scores with a body shot.
Gotovina connects with a body shot that sends Panado's belly button to the back.
Panado moves out of range as Gotovina throws a body kick.
No luck for Panado with that takedown attempt.
It appears Gotovina was looking to counter with a kick there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Panado drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Panado blocks a head kick by Gotovina. #TD2#
Panado throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Gotovina tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Panado is in Gotovina's guard.#T1#
Gotovina keeping full guard, as Panado tries to pass.
Gotovina wants to sweep here but Panado controlling him for the moment.
Gotovina is trying to control the position but Panado postures up.
Gotovina has Panado pulled in close to control his posture.
Panado stands and throws Gotovina's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Panado tries to advance to mount but can't.
Gotovina is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Panado asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Panado tries to advance to mount but Gotovina denies him. #SUB2#
Panado swings around for an armbar but Gotovina sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Panado's guard.#T2#
Gotovina trying to control but Panado is working from the bottom.
Gotovina with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Gotovina has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Gotovina scoring with some ground and pound.
Gotovina wants to control from the top but Panado keeps moving.
Gotovina in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Gotovina is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Gotovina throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Gotovina trying to control but Panado is working from the bottom.
Panado wants to sweep but no luck.
Gotovina seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #T3##SUB2#
Panado had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Gotovina defends it easily.
Panado looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Panado is on top in guard. #REVB#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gotovina controls Panado momentarily but Panado frees himself.
Gotovina manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Panado manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Gotovina stopping the sweep attempt from Panado.
Gotovina is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Gotovina trying to control the position from guard on top but Panado is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4##SUB2#
Panado has his foot on Gotovina's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Gotovina works his way back into a safe position though.
Gotovina looking to pass the guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Panado keeping moving, preventing Gotovina from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Panado is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Gotovina defends well.
Gotovina has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Gotovina trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Panado looking for a triangle here. Gotovina is fighting it but it looks tight! Panado pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Gotovina is tapping out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Ernesto Panado!
After winning the bout, Ernesto Panado thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: CCR 51
Date: Oct 07, 2016

#R1#
Panado drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Panado keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from East.
Panado shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. East defends it nicely.#TD2#
Panado gets caught flat footed, as East shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
East wants to control from the top but Panado keeps moving.
Panado bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in East's guard. #REVR##SUB#
Panado is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Panado pushing down on East's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Panado tries to pass to full mount but East defends it.
East wants to improve his position but Panado is controlling well.
East is trying to maintain the position but Panado is very close to passing his half guard.#T1#
Panado trying to mount his opponent but East defends it.
East trying to hold on to Panado's head to control him but Panado postures up.
Panado tries to pass the half guard into mount. East knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
East controlling the position well.
Panado is pressing down on East's thigh, looking to free his foot. East is holding on for now.
East tries to roll over but Panado keeps him under control.
Panado tries to pass the half guard into mount. East knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
East gets back to full guard. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Panado looking to pass the guard.
Panado won't allow East to sweep him here.
East trying to control the position here.
Panado trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
East looking to hit a scissor sweep but Panado is one step ahead there.
Panado pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. East is keeping the position for now.
East bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Panado's guard. #REVB#
East with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
East stopping the sweep attempt from Panado.#SUB#
Panado looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
East content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #T3#
East is working Panado over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #SUB#
East got a little sloppy there for a moment and Panado has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, East has managed to get both his arms back between Panado's legs - danger averted.
East engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
East must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
East landing with the ground and pound.
East lands a couple of decent looking shots.
East content to stall in guard here.
East with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Panado wants to sweep but no luck.
Panado is working hard here to advance position.#SUB#
Panado throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Panado seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
East postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#T4#
East working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
East works over Panado with some ground and pound from guard.
East lands a couple of elbows.
East trying to control the position from guard on top but Panado is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Panado wants to sweep but no luck.
East keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Panado's head.
East is pushing down on Panado's leg trying to pass to half guard. Panado is fighting to maintain full guard but East has managed to sneak the leg through.
Panado is pressing down on East's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
East is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Panado is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Panado works his foot free and advances to mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
East is really trying hard to get back to his feet.
East is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Gwegowy East will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
East tries to work over Panado's front leg with a kick but Panado checks it.
Panado fails with a takedown attempt. #TD2#
East shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Panado manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
East lands a couple of digs.#SUB#
Panado is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and East defends well.
East works over Panado with some ground and pound from guard.
East chips away with some ground and pound.
Gwegowy East has got the better of the ground game so far.
East working some strikes from top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Panado is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! East rolls with it to try and escape but Panado cranks on the arm and East is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ernesto Panado!
A relieved looking Ernesto Panado 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: CCR 46
Date: Sep 02, 2016

#R1#
Panado blocks a head kick by Jefferies.
Panado closes this distance looking for a takedown but Jefferies circles away.
Panado seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Jefferies throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jefferies throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Panado tries to counter with a takedown but Jefferies is quick to defend against it.
A good leg kick by Jefferies.
Panado misses with a takedown attempt - Jefferies sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Panado moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromJefferies.
Panado shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Jefferies defends it nicely.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ernesto Panado. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Jefferies gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#ES2#
Jefferies has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Panado off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jefferies slaps away a takedown attempt from Panado, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Jefferies thumps Panado with a low kick.#T1#
Jefferies misses with a head kick.
Jefferies throws a low kick but it's checked well by Panado.
Jefferies connects with a looping right hand. #CL2#
Jefferies clinches with his opponent.
Jefferies throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Jefferies lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Jefferies misses with an elbow over the top.
Jefferies stalling against the cage.
Jefferies lands an elbow inside.
Jefferies misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jefferies lands an elbow just above Panado 's eye.
Jefferies misses with an elbow over the top.
Panado letting Jefferies take a breather here.
Nice elbow from Jefferies. #T2#
Jefferies creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Panado's defenses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Panado blocks an elbow strike from Jefferies.
Jefferies is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Jefferies is pressed up against the cage. Panado has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Jefferies down to the mat. Jefferies avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Panado checks a leg kick.
Panado blocks a head kick by Jefferies.
Panado shoots in looking for a takedown. Jefferies tries to sprawl out of it but Panado keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Jefferies manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Jefferies throws a big counter head kick but Panado avoids it with no problem.
Panado misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Panado bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Jefferies wants to slow Panado down by chopping away at his legs.
Jefferies throws a right and a left that both miss.
Jefferies fails to land with a series of punches. #T3#
Jefferies connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Panado momentarily. #CL2#
Jefferies instigates a clinch.
Jefferies lands an elbow just above Panado 's eye.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Jefferies. #CUT2#
It looks like Ernesto Panado has been cut.
Jefferies lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Panado takes an elbow to the forehead.
Panado takes an elbow to the forehead.
A short right from Jefferies on the inside.
Jefferies has Panado pushed against the cage.
A body shot lands from Jefferies.
Jefferies lands a left hand that snaps the head of Panado backwards.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Panado wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Jefferies lands a nice elbow. #T4#
Jefferies throws an elbow but it's blocked.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Jefferies just misses with a elbow thrown towards Panado's brow.
Panado blocks an elbow strike.
Jefferies lands a hook that snaps the head of Panado backwards.
Jefferies lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Jefferies's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Panado is looking for a takedown.
Jefferies throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Panados head.
Panado takes an elbow to the forehead.
Jefferies comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Jefferies throws an elbow but it misses.
Jefferies lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Jefferies lands an elbow that stopped Panado in his tracks for a moment.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jim Jefferies dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ernesto Panado's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Panado shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Jefferies as he avoids it easily. #CL2#
Jefferies has closed the distance and engaged Panado in a clinch.
Panado avoids a wild elbow strike from Jefferies.
Panado avoids a wild elbow strike from Jefferies.
Jefferies lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Jefferies misses with the head strike.
Jefferies lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Jefferies will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Panado up against the cage.
Jefferies lands on the inside with an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jefferies lands a nice elbow.
Jefferies lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Jefferies comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Jefferies lands an elbow just above Panado 's eye. #ROC2#
Panado is rocked!#T1#
Panado blocks an elbow strike from Jefferies.
Jefferies comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Oh Panado is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Panado blocks an elbow strike.
Panado seems to have got his legs back now.
Jefferies throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Panado takes an elbow to the forehead.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Jefferies.
Jefferies struggles to land a body shot inside as Panado controls his hands.
Jefferies creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Panado's defenses.
Panado has Jefferies pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Jefferies manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Panado blocks an elbow strike.
Jefferies lands a nice elbow.
Panado blocks an elbow strike from Jefferies.
Jefferies has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Jefferies throws an elbow that misses.
Panado tries for a takedown. No joy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ernesto Panado. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Jefferies throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land. #T2#
Jefferies tries to work over Panado's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Jefferies pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Jefferies can't find room to land a body shot as Panado controls the action.
Jefferies lands a damaging elbow.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Panado is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Jefferies pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Jefferies lands an elbow just above Panado 's eye.
Good body shot from Jefferies.
Jefferies lands a nice elbow.
Jefferies throws an elbow but it misses.
Jefferies lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Jefferies lands with a short shot to the head.
A bit of stalling here from Jefferies.
Jefferies creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Panado's defenses.
Jefferies lands a nice elbow from the clinch. #T3#
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Jefferies just misses with a elbow thrown towards Panado's brow.
Jefferies can't find room to land a body shot as Panado controls the action.
Jefferies lands an elbow that stopped Panado in his tracks for a moment.
Jefferies lands an elbow inside that Panado shrugs off.
Panado takes an elbow to the temple.
Panado avoids the elbow strike from Jefferies, against the cage.
Clinched against the cage, Jefferies lands a big elbow that drops Panado! The ref dives in to save him from more shots - Panado is complaining that he's OK but he was done.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:37 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jim Jefferies!
A relieved looking Jim Jefferies thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
Ernesto Panado was interviewed post fight and said 'good win to my opponent sorry to my fans next time I will fight harder '.

Event: CCR 42
Date: Aug 05, 2016

#R1#
Panado darts in looking for a takedown but Tudekiks gets double underhooks and turns Panado into the cage. #TD2#
Panado gets the takedown into side control.
Tudekiks wants to get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Panado in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Tudekiks is tapping! That's the end of the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Ernesto Panado!
Ernesto Panado seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: CCR 39
Date: Jul 15, 2016

#R1#
Raul leaves Panado with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Panado fails to land the takedown.
Raul drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Panado defends it well.
No joy there for Panado, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
And Raul tries to counter it with a takedown but Panado pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Ernesto Panado seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Panado scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Raul tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Panado wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Panado tries to advance to mount but Raul denies him.
Panado moves into full mount! #SUB#
Raul defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Panado.
Raul bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Raul wants to stand but Panado is controlling his posture from full guard. #T1#
My spies in Animal House inform me that Raul has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SU2#
Raul decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Panado changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Raul tries to avoid it but Panado manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Raul to the ground. Raul escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Raul feints the counter takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ernesto Panado. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A punch combination from Raul misses. #TD#
Panado drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Raul is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Panado moves into full mount!
Raul throwing punches from his back but nothing is landing. #SUB#
Panado has control of Raul's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Raul regains control of the situation pretty easily. #T2#
Raul is desperately trying to improve his position but Panado has a good base and remains in mount.
Raul throwing punches from his back but nothing is landing. #SUB#
Panado wants to finish this one by submission but Raul is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Panado.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Raul wants to hold on but Panado pushes him away.
Raul swinging wildly from the bottom but he's not landing.
Raul is desperately trying to get back to half guard. #SUB#
Panado wants to finish this one by submission but Raul is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Panado.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB#
Panado jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Raul manages to avoid the submission attempt. #SUB#
Panado is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Raul is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Raul is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T3#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Panado has knee on belly and moves into mount. #SUB#
Panado jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Raul manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Raul wings away with a couple of strikes but they don't land.
Panado has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Raul!
Raul tries to hold on but Panado postures up.#SUB#
Panado is working for a guillotine from mount but Raul frees his head quite easily.
Raul really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Raul really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Panado. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Raul defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Panado. #T4#
Raul is trying desperately to improve position.
Raul keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Panado jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Raul manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Raul prevents Panado from moving into mount.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Panado has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Raul!#SUB#
Panado with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter. #SUB#
Panado working for a guillotine from mount but Raul is in no mood to give up.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Raul is wriggling around trying to escape.
Raul throwing hammer fists to the chest of Panado. What's that going to do exactly? #SUB#
Panado quickly switches position and commits to an armbar! It's a big risk for Panado but it's paid off an Raul is forced to tap! Nice work by Panado.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ernesto Panado!
An out of breath Ernesto Panado thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: CCR 34
Date: Jun 17, 2016

#R1#
Panado shoots for a takedown but Meridius saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Panado doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Meridius counters with a two punch combo.
Meridius swinging wildly here.
Meridius keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Maximiliano Meridius has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ernesto Panado.
Meridius throws a right and a left that Panado avoids nicely.
Meridius attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Horrible takedown attempt by Panado or perhaps it was just good defense by Meridius, which made it look bad.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Panado shoots in but no luck this time.
Meridius defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Panado.
Panado has his takedown stuffed
and Meridius counters with a nice uppercut. #T1#
Panado showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Meridius.
A big right from Meridius misses.
Panado shoots in looking for a takedown. Meridius tries to sprawl out of it but Panado keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Meridius manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Panado dives in and grabs Meridius's left leg, looking for a takedown. Meridius pushes down on Panado's head and hops out.
Panado misses with a takedown
and Meridius cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Meridius throws a jab when Panado was well out of range.
Panado ducks under a wild hook from Meridius.
Meridius stuffs the takedown.
Panado with a poor takedown
and Meridius counters with a stiff right hand.
Panado doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Meridius counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Panado has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.#T2#
Nice takedown defense from Meridius. No joy for Panado on that attempt.
Meridius throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Meridius throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
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!
Panado falls off balance throwing a combination
and Meridius cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Meridius swinging wildly here.
Panado takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Panado tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Meridius swivels and escapes.
Panado doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Panado throws a leg kick
and Meridius cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Panado shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Meridius pinned against the cage. Meridius gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Meridius seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.#T3#
Meridius defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Panado.
Panado tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Panado shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Meridius seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Meridius connects with a single shot there.
Meridius attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Panado misses with a double jab
and Meridius counters with a nice uppercut.
Panado shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Meridius as he jumps to the side.
It looked like Meridius was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Panado.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Panado is defended easily by Meridius.#T4#
Meridius misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Panado.
Meridius jabs Panado to the body, keeping him at a distance.#TD2#
Panado gets a double leg takedown into Meridius's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Meridius wants to get back to his feet but Panado is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Meridius knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Panado on the ground.
Panado stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Meridius swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB2#
Panado drops back looking for a leg! Meridius is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Meridius manages to kick Panado off! Panado jumps back into Meridius's guard.
Meridius is looking to stand up but Panado isn't so interested in that idea.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Panado slips nicely into half guard.#ES#
Meridius manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Panado keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Maximiliano Meridius dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Panado shoots for a takedown but Meridius saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Meridius scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Meridius tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Panado is able to avoid easily.
Panado swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
It looked like Meridius wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Panado shoots and misses
and Meridius makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Meridius is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Panado can do to turn this around?
Panado takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Meridius connects with a leg kick. Panado looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Panado checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Meridius takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Meridius slaps away a takedown attempt from Panado, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Meridius was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Maximiliano Meridius has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ernesto Panado.
Meridius throws a jab but it's blocked by Panado.
Panado tries to score a power double leg takedown but Meridius sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Panado somewhat.#T1#
No joy there for Meridius, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Meridius lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Meridius.
Panado shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Meridius defends it nicely.
Maximiliano Meridius is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Panado is defended easily by Meridius.
Meridius half committed to a counter leg kick.
Maximiliano Meridius is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Panado takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Panado fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#T2#
Panado darts in looking for a takedown but Meridius gets double underhooks and turns Panado into the cage.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Panado.
Meridius throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Meridius lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Panado at a distance.
We've been told by Meridius's head coaches at Animal House that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Meridius throws a right and a left that both miss.
Panado fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.#TD2#
Panado drives through with a takedown into Meridius's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Meridius is looking to stand up but Panado isn't so interested in that idea. #T3##ES#
Meridius is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Panado presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat. #BC#
Meridius pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Horrible takedown attempt by Panado or perhaps it was just good defense by Meridius, which made it look bad.
Panado doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Meridius connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Maximiliano Meridius is winning the standup battle so far.
Meridius throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Panado with the counter takedown but Meridius avoids it easily.
Meridius misses with a jab, cross combination.
Panado shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Meridius but Meridius pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Sloppy strikes from Meridius. Those never looked like landing. #T4#
Panado shoots and misses
and Meridius counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Panado has his takedown stuffed
and Meridius counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Meridius throws a right hand that misses
and Panado counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Panado tries for a takedown but Meridius circles away easily
and Meridius counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Panado keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
No luck for Panado with that takedown attempt.
Panado fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Meridius avoids it really well and circles away.
Panado is breathing heavily.
Meridius defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Panado.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Maximiliano Meridius 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#
Panado checks a leg kick nicely.
Meridius displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Panado.
Panado shoots and misses
and Meridius counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Meridius lands with a good body shot.
Panado misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
A quick step to the side and Meridius tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Maximiliano Meridius has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ernesto Panado.
Panado shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Meridius counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Panado showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Meridius.
Panado takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Panado tries for a takedown but Meridius circles away easily
and Meridius counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Meridius scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. #T1#
Panado shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
letting Meridius counter with a right hand.
Meridius throws a right hand that Panado ducks under and follows up with a left that Panado also avoids with ease.
Panado misses with a takedown
enabling Meridius to counter with a crisp jab.
Panado tries to score a power double leg takedown but Meridius sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Panado somewhat.
Panado takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Panado closes the distance and clinches up with Meridius, looking for a takedown. Panado pushes Meridius against the cage but Meridius circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Meridius throws a one two combo. #T2#
Meridius lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Meridius throws a good cross that connects. #ROC#
Panado is rocked!
Meridius lands a jab to the head.
Panado is still on wobbly legs! Can Meridius finish him?
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Meridius connects with a stiff jab that staggers Panado - oh and he follows up with a huge uppercut that knocks him out cold! Man, that was brutal!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:22 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Maximiliano Meridius!
Our winner, Maximiliano Meridius, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
Ernesto Panado spoke after the fight, saying 'good win to my opponent sorry to my fans next time I will fight harder '.

Event: CCR 31
Date: May 27, 2016

#R1#
Panado shoots for a takedown but Buckshank saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Panado uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Buckshank.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Panado 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.
Panado on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Buckshank ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Panado moves away.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Buckshank - that will leave a mark!
Buckshank lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Buckshank lands with an overhand left.
Panado on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Panado shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Buckshank defends it nicely.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Panado.
Ozamataz Buckshank has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ernesto Panado.
Buckshank looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Panado takes a shot right to the bread basket.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Panado doesn't succeed with the takedown
letting Buckshank counter with a right hand. #T1#
Panado misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
A jab from Buckshank finds it's way through Panado's defenses.
Buckshank pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A telegraphed right hand from Buckshank misses the target.
Panado throws a counter combo.
Panado fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Buckshank is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Good shot there by Buckshank.
Buckshank connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #KD#
Buckshank cracks Panado with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Buckshank has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Panado to stand back up!#ROC#
Panado is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Panado dives in for a single leg takedown but Buckshank sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Panado is still on wobbly legs! Can Buckshank finish him?
and Buckshank counters with a massive uppercut that badly hurts Panado! He's just covering up as Buckshank starts to tee off till the referee steps in and stops the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ozamataz Buckshank!
Ozamataz Buckshank very nearly forgot to thank Flying Knee Clothing 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.
Ernesto Panado was interviewed post fight and said 'good win to my opponent sorry to my fans next time I will fight harder '.

Event: CCR 28
Date: May 13, 2016

#R1#
Nakamura lands a jab to the nose.
Panado shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Nakamura but Nakamura pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Panado takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Nakamura lands a nice shot that snaps Panado's head back.
Panado misses with a takedown attempt - Nakamura sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Panado looks for a takedown but Nakamura sprawls well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ernesto Panado. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Panado avoids the body shot from Nakamura.
Nakamura throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Shinya Nakamura seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nakamura bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Panado's head backwards.
Panado takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Panado has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Panado there as he acknowledges the shot.#ROC2#
Panado is rocked!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Nakamura fakes the body blow, causing Panado to drop his hands! Left hook to the temple! Panado goes stiff, and falls face first into the mat. Goodnight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Shinya Nakamura!
Shinya Nakamura seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
Ernesto Panado was interviewed post fight and said 'good win to my opponent sorry to my fans next time I will fight harder '.

Event: CCR 24
Date: Apr 22, 2016

#R1#
Panado tries for a takedown but Singer circles away easily
and Singer cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Singer throws the left hand but Panado avoids the punch easily.
Panado shoots in looking for a takedown but Singer manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Panado's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#TD2#
Panado gets the takedown into side control.
Singer manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Singer thows a huge punch but Panado dodges it nicely.
Panado wants to get back to full guard.
Panado is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Singer trying to control from half guard but Panado is working away.
Panado manages to get to full guard.
Our spies down at at The Warehouse inform us that Panado has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Singer working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Panado manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Singer manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB##T1#
Panado passes Singer's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Singer looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Panado is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Singer 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.
Panado wants to free his trapped foot but Singer is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Panado passes to full mount! #SUB2#
Panado is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Singer has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Singer!
Panado tries to land a sweep but no joy.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Panado is on top in guard. #REVB#
Panado advances position into side control!#T2#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Panado advances to full mount.
Singer is in all sorts of trouble here. #SUB2#
Panado is working for a guillotine from mount but Singer frees his head quite easily. #SUB2#
Panado looking for a guillotine from mount but Singer is having none of it.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#SUB2#
Panado with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter. #SUB2#
Panado is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Singer is surviving well by controlling Panado's body position as best he can. #SUB2#
Panado wants to finish this one by submission but Singer is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Panado. #SUB2#
Panado looking to secure an arm triangle but Singer defends it well.
Singer wants to hold on but Panado pushes him away.#T3#
Singer is looking to improve his position but Panado isn't that keen on the idea.#SUB2#
Panado looking to secure an arm triangle but Singer defends it well. #SUB2#
Panado jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Singer manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Panado works to advance to full mount. Singer defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. #SUB2#
Panado with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter. #SUB2#
Panado has control of Singer's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Singer regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Singer tries to hold on but Panado postures up.
Singer knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Panado on the ground.#SUB2#
Panado with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Singer wants to control but Panado is having none of it.#T4#
Singer is looking to improve his position but Panado isn't that keen on the idea.#SUB2#
Panado working for a submission but Singer is keeping him at bay. #SUB2#
Panado goes for an armbar but Singer turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Singer.
Panado bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Singer's guard. #REVB#
Panado passes Singer's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB2#
Panado is looking for a kimura but Singer is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Panado to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Panado seems to be working for a kimura but Singer defends the submission attempt.
Singer works his way to full guard. Good work.
Singer is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Panado tries to free his leg and advance position but Singer is retaining full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ernesto Panado dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2##TD2#
Panado shoots in and gets a takedown into Singer's guard.
Panado works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB2#
Panado is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Singer doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Panado. #SUB#
Singer looking for submissions off his back.
Singer is trying to maintain the position but Panado is very close to passing his half guard.
Singer won't allow Panado to pass to mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Panado works his foot free and advances to mount.
Singer manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Panado passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Singer! #T1#
Singer tries to lock up and control but Panado gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#SUB2#
Panado is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Singer to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Singer shrugs it off. #SUB2#
Panado working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet. #SUB2#
Panado looking for a guillotine from mount but Singer is having none of it.
Singer is working to get back to half guard. #SUB2#
Panado has control of Singer's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Singer regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Singer is trying to escape the mount. #SUB2#
Panado looking to secure an arm triangle but Singer defends it well. #T2#
Panado prevents Singer from getting the reversal.#SUB2#
Panado has control of Singer's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Singer regains control of the situation pretty easily. #SUB2#
Panado working for a submission but Singer is keeping him at bay.
Singer is wriggling around trying to escape.
Singer is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Panado is giving the impression that he's looking to ground and pound but he switches suddenly into a beautiful far side armbar! Singer is forced to tap! Great finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ernesto Panado!
Ernesto Panado decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: CCR 21
Date: Apr 08, 2016

#R1#
Joe lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Panado misses with a takedown attempt
and Joe makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#TD2#
Panado shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Joe napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Joe gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Joe works his way to full guard. Good work.
Joe controlling the position.
Joe trying to keep a closed guard but Panado is proving a slippery customer.
Panado looking to pass the guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Joe is on top in guard. #REVR#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Joe postures up and lands a big shot to Panado's brow.
Joe is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Joe trying to control but Panado is working from the bottom.
Joe scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Panado looking to hit a scissor sweep but Joe is one step ahead there. #T1#
Joe stays in close to Panado's body and controls the position.
Joe chips away with some ground and pound.
Joe controlling from the top position.
Panado 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.
Joe scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Joe trying to control but Panado is working from the bottom.
Joe works over Panado with some ground and pound from guard.
Panado looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Joe looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Panado looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T2#
Panado is still trying to improve position.
Joe chips away with some ground and pound.
Joe won't allow Panado to sweep him here.
Joe chips away with some ground and pound.
Panado wants to sweep here but Joe controlling him for the moment.
Joe scoring with punches to the head and body. #SUB2#
Panado is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Joe is in close to Panado's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Joe wants to control from the top but Panado keeps moving.
Our spies down at at The Warehouse inform us that Panado has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Joe slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Panado is looking for a sweep.
Joe in side control lands a decent elbow. #SUB#
Joe is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Panado knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Panado gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Panado works his way to full guard. Good work.
Joe passes Panado's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Panado wants to sweep but Joe has passed to side control!
Joe working the head with strikes.
Joe scores with a couple of short elbows.
Panado taking punishment in the form of punches.
Panado tries to buck Joe off but Joe is having none of it.
Joe is looking to take a break and control but Panado is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Panado is being controlled here.
Joe is working Panado over with some ground and pound from side control.
Panado manages to get back to half guard.
Joe has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#T4#
Panado is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Panado is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Joe scores with a couple of nice shots.
Panado is not content to let Joe control the position.
Joe slips a nice elbow through Panado's hands, connecting with Panado's forehead.
Panado works his way to full guard. Good work.
Joe working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Joe lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#ROC#
Panado is rocked!
Panado keeping moving, preventing Joe from controlling successfully.
Panado is still in real trouble! Can Joe finish him?
Joe engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Panado seems to have recovered his senses.#SUB2#
Panado escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Joe gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Joe is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Joe working some strikes from top position.
Joe content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Glass Joe dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Panado shoots and misses
and Joe scores with a counter punch that sends Panado to the canvas! Joe smells blood - he's punishing Panado with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Panado has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Glass Joe!
Glass Joe retains his middleweight title!
Glass Joe 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.
In defeat, Ernesto Panado stepped up to the mic, saying 'good win to my opponent sorry to my fans next time I will fight harder '.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 03, 2016

#R1#
Kristapoff displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Panado.
Kristapoff appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Kristapoff looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!#TD2#
Panado bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Panado moves into full mount! #SUB2#
Panado is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Kristapoff can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning. #SUB2#
Panado is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Kristapoff has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Kristapoff! #SUB2#
Panado is looking for a triangle but Kristapoff pushes his legs off easily.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB2#
Panado looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Kristapoff is defending well. Panado quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Kristapoff has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Panado celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ernesto Panado!
During a confident post fight interview, Ernesto Panado thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

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