Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: GC 311 Bastard vs Spud
Date: Aug 31, 2019

#R1#
Snitch scores with a decent looking hook.
Snitch shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. McGuire defends it nicely.
McGuire is looking for a counter combo.
Snitch cracks McGuire with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Snitch is looking to score with low kicks.
Snitch pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
McGuire tried to counter with a leg kick but Snitch avoided it.
A telegraphed right hand from Snitch misses the target.
Snitch works McGuire's body with a nice hook.
Snitch tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but McGuire paws at him with a jab and circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice defenses there by Snitch.
Snitch with the counter takedown but McGuire avoids it easily.
McGuire misses with a body kick.
Snitch looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
McGuire avoids the body shot from Snitch.
Snitch falls off balance throwing a combination
and McGuire counters with an outside leg kick. #T1#
Snitch misses with a straight right.
An attempted straight right counter from McGuire misses the target.
Horrible takedown attempt by Snitch or perhaps it was just good defense by McGuire, which made it look bad.
McGuire throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Snitch sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Snitch shoots in and drives through. McGuire sprawls well.
Mike McGuire has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jon Snitch.
Snitch lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Snitch goes for a double leg but McGuire avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as McGuire continues to drive forward.#CL2#
Snitch has closed the distance and engaged McGuire in a clinch.
A head punch on the inside from McGuire fails to land. #TD#
McGuire pulls Snitch into guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Snitch slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Let's hope that Snitch has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T2#
McGuire is trying to control the position but Snitch postures up.
Snitch sitting in guard, not really doing much.
McGuire 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.
Snitch sitting in guard here, content to control.
McGuire is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T3#
Snitch misses with a looping right.#TD2#
Snitch bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
McGuire is looking for a sweep.
McGuire is trying to control Snitch's posture but Snitch avoids it.
McGuire sneaks back into half guard.
McGuire looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Snitch prevents McGuire from improving his position.
McGuire trying to control but Snitch postures up. #T4#
Snitch trying to control the pace.
McGuire gets back to full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McGuire looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Snitch looking to pass the guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jon Snitch dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Snitch shoots in for a double leg but McGuire sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
McGuire takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
McGuire slips under a jab.
Snitch looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
McGuire throws a nice looking combination but Snitch bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Snitch fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McGuire manages to avoid it.
McGuire is looking for a counter combo.
Snitch takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Mike McGuire is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Snitch lands an overhand right.
McGuire misses with a jab to the body #CL2#
and Snitch holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Snitch has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. McGuire avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Mike McGuire has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jon Snitch.
Snitch tries to stall but McGuire uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Snitch has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
McGuire is trying to pull guard but Snitch has him pressed against the cage.#BC#
McGuire pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Snitch misses with a hook.#T1##TD2#
McGuire gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Snitch to score an easy takedown into full guard.
McGuire is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Snitch dives into side control. #REVR#
McGuire manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Snitch is not content to let McGuire control the position.
Snitch wants to control but McGuire is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Snitch is looking for a sweep. McGuire is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
McGuire trying to control from half guard but Snitch is working away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
McGuire slips a nice elbow through Snitch's hands, connecting with Snitch's forehead.
Snitch has his hands clasped together around McGuire's back. He's all about the action.
McGuire is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Snitch is holding on to half guard well.
Snitch is trying to get back to full guard.
McGuire missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T3#
Snitch desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Snitch is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of McGuire's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take McGuire's back!
McGuire tries to break free.
McGuire staying busy and making it hard for Snitch to control.
McGuire trying to control the hands but Snitch won't let him.
McGuire tries to break free.
Jon Snitch has got the better of the ground game so far.#T4#
Snitch just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Snitch trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
I really don't envy McGuire right now.
What can McGuire do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
McGuire trying to control but not successfully.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Snitch biding his time, controlling McGuire.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jon Snitch 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! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Snitch will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Jon Snitch seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McGuire throws a sloppy head kick and Snitch moves out of range easily.
Snitch cracks McGuire with an open hand slap.
Snitch scores with a punch to the head.
Jon Snitch seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Snitch throws an overhand right that lands on McGuire's shoulder, as McGuire tries to avoid the shot.
Snitch is looking to clinch but McGuire is avoiding it.
Snitch throws an ugly left hook that misses
and McGuire counters with a good low kick that Snitch was not able to check.
Snitch takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Snitch misses with a takedown attempt
and McGuire counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Snitch thinking.
McGuire uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Snitch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGuire ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Snitch moves away.
McGuire displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Snitch throws out the jab.
Snitch blocks a head kick by McGuire.
Snitch looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Mike McGuire has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jon Snitch.#T1#
McGuire swings for the body but Snitch moves out of range.
Snitch throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
McGuire swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Snitch walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. McGuire checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
As Snitch looks to move away, McGuire throws a big counter combo but Snitch just gets out of the way.
McGuire throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Snitch.
McGuire throws a head kick that misses.
Snitch misses with a straight right.
McGuire throws a head kick that misses.
Snitch rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling McGuire to counter with a crisp jab.
Snitch avoids the head kick by McGuire.
It seemed like Snitch was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
McGuire slips under a jab from Snitch.
McGuire misses with a series of wild punches.
McGuire lands a nice looking body kick.
Jon Snitch is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Snitch swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
The fight stays on the outside here - Snitch looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
McGuire scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Snitch looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Snitch blocks the body kick.
Snitch throws a big shot that misses.
McGuire shoots in looking for a takedown. Snitch tries to sprawl out of it but McGuire keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Snitch manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nice uppercut there from Snitch.#T3#
Snitch avoids the head kick by McGuire.
McGuire throws a half hearted mid kick.
McGuire misses with a wild body shot.
McGuire ducks under a wild hook from Snitch.
McGuire lands a jab to Snitch's midsection.
Nice takedown defense from McGuire. No joy for Snitch on that attempt.
McGuire misses with a body kick.
Snitch swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
McGuire moves forwards but Snitch connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Snitch misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McGuire.
Snitch just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromMcGuire.
McGuire looks to score with a jab to the body but Snitch is just out of range.
Snitch shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has McGuire pinned against the cage. McGuire gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Mike McGuire has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts McGuire, as that shot connected.
Nice shot by Snitch.
Snitch throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Snitch avoids the head kick by McGuire.
McGuire is looking to wear down Snitch with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
An inside leg kick from McGuire misses.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Snitch is defended easily by McGuire.
Snitch connects with a crisp jab.

And that's the end of the fight!
Mike McGuire showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Snitch 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 Cecil Peabody scores the fight 28:29
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 28:29
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: GC 302
Date: Jun 29, 2019

#R1#
McGuire uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ohanian.
Ohanian scores with a hook to the body. McGuire takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
McGuire throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
The fighters circling - McGuire throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
McGuire sets himself, and Ohanian steps forward looking for the clinch! McGuire avoids it this time.
McGuire scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Ohanian is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
McGuire goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Ohanian pivots, looking for a leg kick but McGuire is out of range and Ohanian settles back down.
Mike McGuire seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Ohanian clinches with his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGuire misses with a short punch on the inside.
Ohanian misses with a punch to the body.
A head punch on the inside from McGuire fails to land.
A head punch blocked on the inside by McGuire.
McGuire has a couple of punches blocked by Ohanian.
Ohanian swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A bit of stalling here from Ohanian. #T1#
McGuire prevents a body shot from Ohanian.
A short right from McGuire.
Ohanian tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
McGuire lands a body shot.
Ohanian throws a head punch that misses.
McGuire lands an uppercut.
McGuire is looking to break free of the clinch but Ohanian has double underhooks.
A short right hand to the side of the head by McGuire.
McGuire tries to throw a body punch but Ohanian avoids it by throwing McGuire back against the cage.
Ohanian tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
McGuire blocking some punches.
Ohanian softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
McGuire scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Ohanian misses with the head strike.
McGuire looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
McGuire dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by McGuire.
Ohanian lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #T2#
Ohanian blocks an uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ohanian misses with a punch to the body.
McGuire lands a body punch.
McGuire blocks an elbow strike from Ohanian.
Ohanian can't find room to land a body shot as McGuire controls the action.
Ohanian misses with a body punch.
Ohanian doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ohanian is looking to control McGuire's arms but McGuire gets an underhook and turns him. Now Ohanian has his back to the cage.
Ohanian lands with a light punch inside.
McGuire lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Ohanian tries to stall but McGuire uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Ohanian blocks an uppercut.
McGuire stalling.
A head punch blocked on the inside by McGuire.
Ohanian wants to take the fight to the mat but McGuire manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from McGuire fails to land.
A short body shot lands from Ohanian as the two fighters clinch.
McGuire is trying to break free.
Ohanian's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#T3#
Ohanian is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
McGuire jumps guard but Ohanian stands there with McGuire around his waist. McGuire gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Ohanian scores with a nice hook to the head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Ohanian.
McGuire misses with the head strike. #BC#
McGuire manages to break the clinch.
Ohanian tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
McGuire looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Ohanian scoring well with a low kick there.
McGuire misses with a hook.
Ohanian tries to clinch but McGuire is having none of it.
McGuire blocks the body kick.
Ohanian misses with a hook.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from McGuire. #T4#
McGuire misses with a takedown attempt - Ohanian sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Ohanian looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
McGuire throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McGuire lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Ohanian connects with an inside leg kick.
McGuire lands a head shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
McGuire fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ohanian manages to avoid it.
McGuire avoids the body shot from Ohanian.
McGuire with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Ohanian lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
McGuire lands a right hook to the body.
Ohanian throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
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 Mike McGuire will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
A thudding body kick lands there by McGuire!
McGuire slips a straight right by Ohanian.
McGuire is looking for a counter combo.
McGuire is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ohanian. McGuire does a little dance to reset his feet.
McGuire ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ohanian moves away.
Mike McGuire is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Ohanian misses with a wild combination.
Ohanian misses with a low kick.
McGuire throws a head kick that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
No joy there for McGuire, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Ohanian misses with a body punch
and McGuire counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
McGuire bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.#TD#
McGuire gets a double leg takedown into Ohanian's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Ohanian is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Ohanian is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
McGuire throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Ohanian works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
McGuire throwing strikes but missing. #SUB2#
McGuire is posturing up here but Ohanian has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! McGuire tries to roll out but it's too tight and McGuire has to tap! Slick submission there by Ohanian!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Alen Ohanian!
Alen Ohanian thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: GC 298
Date: Jun 08, 2019

#R1#
Rothschild avoids a punch combination nicely.
McGuire throws a half hearted mid kick.
Rothschild blocks the body kick.
Rothschild shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with McGuire but McGuire pushes him off and we're back to square one.
McGuire pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Rothschild drops down looking to force a counter takedown but McGuire defends it well.
Rothschild tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but McGuire swivels and escapes.
McGuire stuffs the takedown attempt from Rothschild. Rothschild gets slowly back to his feet.
Mike McGuire has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Andy Rothschild.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rothschild misses with a takedown attempt - McGuire sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
McGuire throws a quick counter head kick but Rothschild was just out of range.
McGuire lands with a straight right. Rothschild didn't see that one coming.
McGuire circles away from the clinch attempt. #T1#
Rothschild tries for a takedown but McGuire circles away easily
and McGuire counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Rothschild shoots in but no luck this time.
It looked like McGuire was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Rothschild throws a combination but it was largely blocked by McGuire.
McGuire lands a body shot.
Rothschild fails with the takedown.
A punch combination from Rothschild misses.
McGuire lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Rothschild circles away quickly and effectively.
McGuire throws a head kick but Rothschild moves out of range.
Rothschild shoots in but no luck this time.
Rothschild uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McGuire.
No luck for Rothschild with that takedown attempt. #T2#
McGuire connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Rothschild shoots in for a takedown but McGuire shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#TD#
McGuire shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Rothschild manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hammerfist, elbow! yells McGuire's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
McGuire wants to control from the top but Rothschild keeps moving.
McGuire is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
McGuire is looking to work some ground and pound but Rothschild has wrist control.
McGuire wants to control from the top but Rothschild keeps moving. #T3#
Rothschild looking for a sweep. Not yet Rothschild, not yet.
Rothschild pulls McGuire in close to prevent any damage.
McGuire looking to sit in guard and control but Rothschild gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Rothschild trying to control the position from guard on top but McGuire is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McGuire 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.
McGuire is pulling down on Rothschild's head. It's preventing any offense from Rothschild, at least for the moment.#SUB2#
Rothschild drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Rothschild jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
McGuire working a defensive guard here.
Rothschild won't allow McGuire to get back to his feet.
Rothschild trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Rothschild controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Rothschild loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McGuire has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
McGuire misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mike McGuire dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
McGuire scores with a decent looking hook.
A head kick misses from Rothschild.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Rothschild.
Rothschild is looking to clinch.
McGuire throws out a loose jab but Rothschild uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rothschild tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
McGuire throws a right and a left that both miss.
McGuire throws a sloppy head kick and Rothschild moves out of range easily.
McGuire keeps the fight on the outside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGuire thuds his shin into the meat of Rothschild's side.
McGuire with a nice cross.
McGuire works over Rothschild's head and body with a nice combination.
McGuire slaps away a takedown attempt from Rothschild, before circling back to the center of the mat.#T1#
McGuire turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
McGuire tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Rothschild takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
McGuire misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Rothschild raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
McGuire misses with a hook.
Rothschild shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts McGuire as he jumps to the side.
Mike McGuire has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Andy Rothschild.#CL2#
Rothschild clinches up against the cage.#TD#
McGuire lands a takedown into guard. #ES2#
Rothschild kicks McGuire off and gets to his feet.
Mike McGuire is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
McGuire fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Rothschild chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before McGuire can pounce on him.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Rothschild.
McGuire swats away the attempt to clinch by Rothschild.
Rothschild ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Rothschild tries to counter with a clinch but McGuire shakes him off and moves away.
McGuire misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rothschild.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Rothschild.
McGuire tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rothschild was well out of range. Poor timing from McGuire.
Mike McGuire is winning the standup battle so far.
McGuire swings and misses with a hook to the body.
As McGuire backs off Rothschild throws a huge counter combo but McGuire manages to avoid it all.
Rothschild misses with a body kick.#T3#
A looping hook to the body misses from McGuire. Rothschild does a little dance to reset his feet.
Rothschild throws out a counter right but McGuire avoids it with no problem.
Rothschild fails with a takedown attempt.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Rothschild.
Rothschild fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Rothschild is trying hard to land a takedown here. McGuire sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Rothschild throws a sloppy head kick and McGuire moves out of range easily.
McGuire throws a series of punches but Rothschild avoids them all with ease.
Rothschild moves in looking to clinch but McGuire pushes him off.
McGuire throws a leg kick which misses Rothschild's front leg but catches the back leg as Rothschild tries to avoid it. #T4##TD#
McGuire gets the takedown into side control.
Rothschild tries to wriggle free to get back to his feet but he's given up his back! Oops.
This has been an exciting period of action!
McGuire looking to soften up his opponent with punches.
McGuire is looking to finish with some ground and pound!
Rothschild is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get McGuire off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
Rothschild tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
McGuire raining down hammerfists from mount.
McGuire with the ground and pound from mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McGuire looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
McGuire working the ground and pound effectively.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mike McGuire dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
McGuire throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Rothschild tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. McGuire manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Rothschild throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around McGuire's waist but McGuire gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Rothschild off to one side. #TD#
McGuire shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Rothschild napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Rothschild is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on McGuire's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
McGuire is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Rothschild wants to get back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rothschild is trying to control but can't.
Rothschild is refusing to be controlled, as McGuire sits in half guard. #T1#
McGuire is thwarting Rothschild's attempts to control the position.
McGuire has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
McGuire can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Rothschild is looking to escape.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McGuire avoids the attempt from Rothschild to control.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
McGuire with a couple of short strikes.
Rothschild throwing punches from his back but nothing is landing.
McGuire lands a heavy elbow.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, McGuire cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Rothschild wants to control but McGuire is having none of it.
McGuire postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Rothschild looks a forlorn figure.
Rothschild squirming around on the bottom, looking to escape.
Rothschild regains half guard.#T3#
Rothschild wants to get back to full guard.
McGuire is trying to control. Rothschild wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
McGuire is really struggling to control Rothschild but he's trying to hold on to the position.
McGuire missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Andy Rothschild has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Rothschild moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Rothschild tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Rothschild wants to stand but McGuire is controlling the position.
McGuire trying to control the position from guard on top but Rothschild is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Rothschild throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
McGuire is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Rothschild can do to turn this around?
McGuire postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
McGuire is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Mike McGuire is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Rothschild tries to strike from the bottom.
Rothschild being controlled here, momentarily.
Rothschild throwing strikes off his back to little effect. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
McGuire tries a head kick but it misses.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 30:27
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mike McGuire!
Mike McGuire seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
Andy Rothschild was interviewed post fight and said 'I'm sorry everyone.'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 17, 2019

#R1#
Scout fails with an attempt to clinch.
Scout lands a glancing blow to the side of McGuire's head.
McGuire showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Scout.
Scout cracks McGuire with a right hand to the side of the head.
Both fighters circling a little - McGuire finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
McGuire is breathing heavily.
McGuire lands a front kick.
Scout tries to close the distance and clinch but McGuire swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
McGuire throws a sloppy head kick and Scout moves out of range easily.
Scout tries to clinch but McGuire moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scout throws a sloppy head kick and McGuire moves out of range easily.
Scout doesn't manage to clinch there - McGuire circles away.
Crunch! McGuire slams his shin into Scout's torso.
A head kick from McGuire lands but Scout takes it in his stride. #T1#
Scout closes the distance looking to clinch
and McGuire counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
McGuire has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Mike McGuire is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
McGuire throws a jab but it's blocked by Scout.
Scout cracks McGuire with a good jab.
Scout moves in looking to clinch but McGuire pushes him off.
McGuire misses with a wild body shot.
Scout tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Good leg kick by McGuire there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Scout tries to clinch but fails miserably
and McGuire counters with a left and a right that stings Scout.
McGuire cracks Scout with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Scout is looking to clinch.
Scout tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Scout tries to clinch but McGuire is having none of it.
McGuire rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Scout moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#T2#
McGuire slips a straight right by Scout.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scout misses with a few strikes there.
Scout tries to close the distance and clinch but McGuire swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
McGuire defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Scout.
McGuire swats away the attempt to clinch by Scout.
McGuire is looking to counter punch.
Scout tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Scout throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and McGuire counters with a one-two to the body.
Scout throws a right hand that McGuire ducks under and follows up with a left that McGuire also avoids with ease.
Scout tries to clinch but fails miserably
and McGuire counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Scout swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and McGuire counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Scout wants to clinch.#T3#
Scout tries to clinch but McGuire moves out of range.
McGuire thuds a left hand into Scout's body.
Scout is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by McGuire.
Scout lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but McGuire circles away quickly and effectively.
McGuire looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Scout tries to clinch up
and McGuire counters with a nice uppercut.
Scout tries to clinch but McGuire moves out of range.
McGuire lands a head kick. Scout smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Scout scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Scout tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but McGuire paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Scout tries to clinch but fails miserably
and McGuire counters with a straight right hand.#T4#
Scout looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Scout swings away with a leg kick that misses.
McGuire throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Scout fails with the takedown.
Scout is looking to clinch but McGuire is avoiding it.
It looked like McGuire wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Scout tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and McGuire is able to avoid easily.
Scout tries to clinch but fails miserably
letting McGuire counter with a right hand.
William Scout seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McGuire lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Scout at a distance.
Scout tries to clinch but McGuire moves out of range.
McGuire is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Scout looks to land a combination but McGuire avoids it well.
McGuire was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.#CL2#
Scout clinches up with McGuire and pushes him back against the cage.
Scout misses with a short punch on the inside.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mike McGuire dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Scout tries to clinch up but McGuire circles away and keeps his distance.
Scout throws an off balance right hand
and McGuire counters with a thumping low kick.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from McGuire - that will leave a mark!
Scout throws a jab but it's blocked by McGuire.
McGuire fakes the leg kick and cracks Scout in the body.
Nice body kick there by McGuire.
McGuire just misses with a punch to the body.
McGuire is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Scout can do to turn this around?
Scout moves in looking to clinch but McGuire pushes him off.#CL2#
McGuire tries to keep at a distance but Scout has taken the fight into the clinch.
McGuire lands a nice uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
McGuire lands with a short punch from the clinch. #BC#
McGuire breaks from the clinch. #T1#
Scout throws a series of punches but McGuire moves out of range.
Mike McGuire is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
McGuire circles away from the clinch attempt
and McGuire counters with a nice leg kick.
McGuire lands a high kick!
Scout moves away from the strike by McGuire.
McGuire goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
McGuire ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
McGuire is looking to counter punch.
Scout tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. McGuire manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
McGuire appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Scout moves in looking to clinch but McGuire pushes him off.
Scout swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and McGuire counters with a slapping leg kick.
McGuire digs a good body shot into Scout's ribs.
Scout tries to clinch there but McGuire circles away.
Scout rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but McGuire moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#T2#
Scout tries to clinch up
and McGuire counters with a flying knee. Nice.
Scout throws a jab but it's blocked by McGuire.
Scout tries to close the distance and clinch up but McGuire swats him away and circles back towards the center.
McGuire misses with the combination.
Scout tries to bum rush McGuire with a series of wild strikes but McGuire uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
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!
Scout shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says McGuire as he avoids it easily.
Scout swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Scout takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
McGuire avoids a punch combination nicely. #T3#
Scout wants to clinch.
Scout fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
McGuire lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
McGuire lands a jab to the nose.
McGuire swats away the attempt to clinch by Scout.
Scout tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. McGuire manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
McGuire lands with a kick to the temple. Scout shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Scout is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
McGuire swats away the attempt to clinch by Scout.
McGuire swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Mike McGuire is winning the standup battle so far.#T4#
Scout is looking to clinch but McGuire is avoiding it.
McGuire circles away from the clinch attempt.
A right-left combo lands from McGuire.
Scout fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but McGuire avoids it really well and circles away.
No joy there for McGuire, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Scout shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says McGuire as he avoids it easily.
Mike McGuire has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of William Scout.
Scout is looking to clinch but McGuire is avoiding it.
Scout tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but McGuire paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Scout takes a kick to the side of the head.
Scout throws a right and a left that both miss.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mike McGuire 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#
Scout tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but McGuire paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Scout closes the distance looking to clinch
and McGuire counters with a left and a right that stings Scout.
McGuire stuns Scout with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Scout loads up on a big right hand but McGuire slips the punch.
Scout tries to clinch but fails miserably
and McGuire counters with a left and a right that stings Scout.
Scout fails in his attempt to clinch.
Scout tries to bum rush McGuire with a series of wild strikes but McGuire uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scout tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but McGuire paws at him with a jab and circles away.
McGuire circles away from the clinch attempt.
Scout tries to clinch but McGuire moves away
and McGuire counters with a slapping leg kick.
Scout looks to land a combination but McGuire avoids it well.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
A punch combination from Scout misses. #T1#
McGuire chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Scout darts in trying to clinch
and McGuire counters with a left and a right that stings Scout.
Scout misses with a head kick.
McGuire was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Scout tries to clinch up
and McGuire counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
McGuire feints a jab promting Scout to slip. McGuire then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Scout slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Scout has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from McGuire.
Scout misses with a series of wild punches.
Scout tries to clinch there but McGuire circles away. #T2#
McGuire throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Scout is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by McGuire.
Scout tries to clinch but fails miserably
and McGuire counters with a lovely straight right hand!
This has been an exciting period of action!
McGuire with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Scout tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. McGuire manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Scout tries to clinch but McGuire moves out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from McGuire. Scout does a little dance to reset his feet.
Scout throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
McGuire throws a nice head kick!
The fight stays on the outside here - Scout looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
McGuire quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Scout tries to close the distance and clinch up but McGuire swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Jab from McGuire.#T3#
Scout wants to clinch.
Scout throws a nice looking combination but McGuire bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Scout tries to clinch but McGuire moves away
and McGuire makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Good standup being displayed there by McGuire as he connects with a hook.
McGuire slips a jab and a cross from Scout.
McGuire with a hook.
McGuire slips a jab and a cross from Scout.
McGuire cracks Scout with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
McGuire fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Scout looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
The fight stays on the outside here - Scout looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T4#
Scout motions for McGuire to come forward. Scout throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
McGuire plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Scout misses with a shot to the body
and McGuire counters with a series of strikes. Scout will be more careful next time no doubt.
Scout has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McGuire circles away from the clinch attempt.
McGuire jabs Scout right on the nose. Scout blinks but takes it well.
Mike McGuire is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Scout wants to clinch up but McGuire keeps it at a distance.
McGuire throws a head kick that misses.
Scout wants to clinch
and McGuire counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Scout is lucky that one didn't land flush.
McGuire avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
McGuire scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Scout doesn't seem bothered though.
William Scout has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#CL2#
Scout gets a clinch.
Scout tries to throw a body punch but McGuire avoids it by throwing Scout back against the cage.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 30:27
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: EFC Whymer vs Lampton
Date: Apr 13, 2019

#R1#
Anderson throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Anderson drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Anderson connects with an inside leg kick.
Jab from Anderson.
Anderson fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Anderson definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Sparky Anderson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McGuire connects with a nice looking jab.
McGuire throws a right and a left that both miss.
Anderson avoids a kick to the body.
McGuire takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
McGuire misses with a double jab.
McGuire looks to land a right hand but Anderson moved out of range.
McGuire takes one to the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Anderson drops his hands momentarily and McGuire takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
McGuire looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Anderson connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Anderson blocks the body kick.
McGuire steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Anderson.
Anderson blocks a leg kick.
Anderson half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Anderson takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#T1#
Anderson feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to McGuire's calf.
Anderson throws a quick inside leg kick.
Anderson throws a leg kick which misses McGuire's front leg but catches the back leg as McGuire tries to avoid it.
Anderson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract McGuire.
McGuire defending well as Anderson loads up on a big left hand.
McGuire pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Anderson misses the shot to the body.
Anderson lands a nice looking body shot.
A chopping leg kick lands by Anderson.
Anderson misses with a looping left.
McGuire stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Anderson lands a nice shot that snaps McGuire's head back.
McGuire stuffs the takedown.
Anderson scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Anderson throws a leg kick
and McGuire counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Anderson blocks a low kick nicely.
McGuire misses with a body shot.
McGuire checks a leg kick nicely.#T2#
Anderson blocks a head kick by McGuire.
McGuire lands a leg kick that knocks Anderson off balance momentarily.
A jab from McGuire misses.
Anderson throws a looping overhand right but McGuire ducks down to avoid it.
Anderson lands with a right hand.
Anderson wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Anderson with a hook.
McGuire throws a head kick but Anderson moves out of range.
McGuire bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Anderson's head backwards.
McGuire rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Anderson moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Anderson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Anderson fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
McGuire 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.
Anderson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McGuire.
Anderson throws an overhand right that lands on McGuire's shoulder, as McGuire tries to avoid the shot.
Anderson connects with a good right hand that stumbles McGuire. McGuire circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
McGuire looks to score with a jab to the body but Anderson is just out of range.
Anderson feinted there with a counter leg kick.#T3#
Anderson avoids the head kick by McGuire.
Anderson throws a low kick but McGuire avoids it.
McGuire is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Anderson with a body shot.
A leg kick checked by McGuire.
A jab from Anderson misses.
Anderson walks into a stiff left hand from McGuire.
Anderson throws a jab when McGuire was well out of range.
Anderson tests McGuire's chin there with a solid looking shot.
McGuire throws a nice looking combination but Anderson bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
McGuire goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Anderson is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
McGuire throws a right and a left that both miss.
Anderson misses with a straight left.
Anderson throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Anderson fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. McGuire looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Anderson ducks under a wild hook from McGuire.
McGuire has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
McGuire throws a half hearted mid kick.
Anderson connects with a solid leg kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Anderson looks to land a right hand but McGuire moved out of range.
Anderson throws a quick inside leg kick. #T4#
McGuire bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Anderson misses with a looping right.
McGuire slips a straight right by Anderson.
A leg kick checked by McGuire.
McGuire avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
McGuire looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
McGuire throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A left and a right from McGuire both land. Nice combination.
McGuire scores with a one two! Anderson had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
McGuire's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.#TD#
Anderson looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Anderson is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
McGuire is looking to control Anderson's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can McGuire avoid being mounted?
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
McGuire has hold of Anderson's hands but Anderson slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#SUB#
Anderson is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. McGuire doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Anderson.
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 Sparky Anderson 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#
A solid leg kick lands there for Anderson.
Anderson attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
McGuire tries a head kick but it misses.
A head kick by McGuire misses
and Anderson counters with a thumping low kick.
Anderson dodges the punch combination from McGuire.
Anderson throwing a counter right hand but McGuire manages to avoid it.
McGuire throws a body kick that misses.
Anderson cracks McGuire with a good jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGuire throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
That kick from Anderson tenderised McGuire's leg. McGuire is trying to keep his angry face on.
Sloppy strikes from McGuire. Those never looked like landing.
Anderson misses with a hook to the body
and McGuire finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
McGuire misses with an attempted mid kick.
Anderson shoots in for a double leg but McGuire sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#T1#
Some bone on bone action there as McGuire checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
A nice side step and McGuire releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Jab, jab by Anderson - just one landing.
McGuire lands with a kick to the ribs.
McGuire lands with a kick to the ribs.
Sparky Anderson is winning the standup battle so far.
Anderson tries a low kick but McGuire avoids it.
McGuire throws a counter combo.
McGuire goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
A slapping leg kick lands for Anderson.
Good work by McGuire as he checks the leg kick.
Anderson scoring well with a low kick there.
Anderson showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from McGuire.
A looping hook to the body misses from McGuire. Anderson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Mike McGuire is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
McGuire rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Anderson moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Anderson motions for McGuire to come forward. Anderson throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Anderson misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Anderson throws a combination. McGuire tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Anderson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T2#
Anderson misses the jab.
McGuire throws a push kick but Anderson slaps the foot to one side.
Anderson appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
McGuire slips under a jab.
McGuire connects with a leg kick. Anderson looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
A right-left combo lands from McGuire.
McGuire on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Anderson. Anderson obviously looking to wear him down.
Anderson motions for McGuire to come forward. Anderson throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Anderson scores with a nice head shot.
McGuire slips under a jab from Anderson.
McGuire misses with an attempted mid kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Anderson misses the target.
Anderson throws a big shot that misses.
A little jabbing left from McGuire on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Anderson dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on McGuire. That did some damage!
McGuire sizes up Anderson with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Anderson throws a leg kick that misses.
McGuire checks a leg kick nicely.#T3##CL#
Anderson fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with McGuire, pushing him back against the cage.
Anderson unloads a knee to the mid-section.#BC2#
McGuire breaks from the clinch.
McGuire on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Anderson. Anderson obviously looking to wear him down.
McGuire lands with a nice body kick.
McGuire misses with a head kick.
Anderson tests McGuire's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Anderson does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Anderson uses good head movement to avoid the hook from McGuire.
McGuire tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Anderson was well out of range. Poor timing from McGuire.
Anderson chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Anderson takes a swing at McGuire's ribcage but misses.
Good leg kick by Anderson there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
McGuire throws a right and a left that Anderson avoids nicely.
McGuire throws a right and a left that Anderson avoids nicely.
Anderson half committed to a counter leg kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McGuire throws the left hand but Anderson avoids the punch easily.
Anderson misses with a looping left.#T4#
McGuire lands a head kick. Anderson smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
McGuire throws a sloppy head kick and Anderson moves out of range easily.
McGuire throws a head kick that Anderson semi-blocks.
Anderson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McGuire moves away.
Anderson connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Anderson misses with a hook. McGuire ducked under it nicely.
Anderson avoids the head kick by McGuire.
Anderson moves out of range of the leg kick from McGuire.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as McGuire checks a leg kick.
Anderson throws a quick inside leg kick.
Anderson throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Anderson moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Anderson tries to work over McGuire's front leg with a kick but McGuire checks it.
No joy there for McGuire, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Anderson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McGuire manages to avoid it.
McGuire is looking to slow Anderson down with leg kicks.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Sparky Anderson will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
McGuire misses with a wild combination.
An attempted straight right counter from Anderson misses the target.
Anderson tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and McGuire is able to avoid easily.
Anderson takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
No joy there for McGuire, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Anderson misses with a low kick.
McGuire swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Anderson connects with an inside leg kick.
Anderson fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt McGuire.
McGuire throws a combination. Anderson tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
McGuire throws a sloppy head kick and Anderson moves out of range easily.
Anderson misses with a low kick as McGuire jumps back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGuire tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Anderson was well out of range. Poor timing from McGuire.
Anderson throws a solid leg kick but McGuire takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Anderson.
McGuire throws a body shot but no joy.
An inside leg kick lands from Anderson.
A shot to the liver by Anderson. Beautiful body shot.#T1#
McGuire throws a head kick that misses.
McGuire fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Anderson looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
McGuire scores with a head kick. Anderson tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
McGuire gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Anderson moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Anderson throws a jab when McGuire was well out of range.
McGuire keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McGuire throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
McGuire looks to land a combination but Anderson avoids it well.
Anderson half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Anderson moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Anderson bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Anderson punishes McGuire's body with a nice straight punch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Anderson thows a leg kick but McGuire checks it
and McGuire counters with a straight right hand.
McGuire throws a push kick but Anderson slaps the foot to one side. #CL#
Anderson closes the distance and clinches.
Anderson scores with a shoulder strike. #T2#
McGuire working hard to break the clinch.
Anderson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
McGuire misses with a hook to the ribs.
Anderson misses with the head strike.
Anderson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
McGuire swings wildly with an uppercut but Anderson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Anderson swings wildly with an uppercut but McGuire uses good head movement to avoid it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Anderson.
McGuire tries to break free but Anderson pushes him back against the cage.
McGuire lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Anderson or not.
Anderson lands an uppercut.
McGuire misses with a punch to the body.
Anderson throws a knee to the head but misses.
McGuire blocking some punches. #T3#
Anderson blocking some punches.
McGuire working some nice short punches in the clinch.#TD#
Anderson drags the fight down to the ground.
McGuire wants to pass the guard but Anderson is keeping the position.
McGuire connects with a couple of short punches.
Anderson is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB#
Anderson has his foot on McGuire's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. McGuire works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Anderson has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but McGuire can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Anderson wants to sweep here but McGuire controlling him for the moment.
Mike McGuire has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Anderson 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##SUB#
Anderson has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but McGuire can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
McGuire content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
McGuire trying to control the position from guard on top but Anderson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McGuire pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Anderson is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Anderson throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! McGuire escapes and throws Anderson's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Anderson sneaks back into half guard.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: EFC Feltre vs Tanaka
Date: Mar 16, 2019

#R1#
McGuire missing with a left hand there. Dyon was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
McGuire connects with a high kick.
Mike McGuire seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McGuire throws a sloppy head kick and Dyon moves out of range easily.
McGuire throws a right and a left that Dyon avoids nicely.
Dyon showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from McGuire.
Dyon tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#TD2#
Dyon feints and as McGuire raises his hands in defense, Dyon changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Dyon preventing the sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dyon loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Dyon trying to control the position from guard on top but McGuire is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dyon looking to pass the guard.
Dyon has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Dyon is pushing down on McGuire's leg trying to pass to half guard. McGuire is fighting to maintain full guard but Dyon has managed to sneak the leg through.#T1##SUB2#
Dyon is trying for a kimura here. McGuire looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Dyon wins by kimura!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Juu Dyon!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 18, 2019

#R1#
Skywalker misses with a wild body shot.
Skywalker dodges the punch combination from McGuire.
Skywalker gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Skywalker checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
McGuire wants to land a leg kick but Skywalker is out of range.
McGuire digs a good hook to Skywalker's body. #KD#
A big head kick from McGuire and Skywalker is sent sprawling to the canvas! #ROC#
Skywalker 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!
McGuire is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Skywalker is still in real trouble! Can McGuire finish him?
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McGuire passes easily into side control. Nice work.
McGuire takes a little break here. Skywalker wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
McGuire has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
McGuire'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.
Skywalker seems to have recovered his senses.#T1#
Further stalling from McGuire.#SU#
McGuire decides to stand back up.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by McGuire.#KD#
McGuire cracks Skywalker with an uppercut from hell and Skywalker crumples to the canvas, he's out! Oh no, he's recovered and he's grabbed one of McGuire's legs and pulled him into guard. The ref thought about stopping it there but he's let it go - good reffing!
McGuire controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Skywalker can do anything to dispel that myth.#T2#
If it seems like I'm not saying a lot, it's just because McGuire is stinking the place up with his stalling.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Skywalker is pulling down on McGuire's head. It's preventing any offense from McGuire, at least for the moment.#T3#
McGuire 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.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
McGuire thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Skywalker if he has to take too many more of those.
McGuire lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#KD#
McGuire knocks Skywalker to the floor with a head kick! Can he finish him!?#CUT#
It looks like Finnick Skywalker has been cut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McGuire slows the pace down. #T4#
McGuire continues to stall.
McGuire passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Skywalker!
McGuire controlling his opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mike McGuire dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Finnick Skywalker's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
McGuire lands a nice looking body kick.
McGuire throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Mike McGuire seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Skywalker doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.#KD#
McGuire sets himself and throws a head kick that knocks Skywalker to the ground! McGuire dives into full mount looking to finish!
This has been an exciting period of action!
McGuire controlling his opponent.
More hug and hope from McGuire.#T1#
McGuire lands a big elbow.
McGuire sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
This is a sustained period of stalling by McGuire.
McGuire continues to hold on tight.#T2#
McGuire postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Skywalker looks a forlorn figure.
McGuire sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T3#
McGuire has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Skywalker's face. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
McGuire controlling the position easily from mount.
Skywalker working to try and regain half guard.
McGuire has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Skywalker's face.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McGuire content just to control the position here.
McGuire landing strikes from the mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mike McGuire dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Finnick Skywalker's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Skywalker throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
McGuire scores with a jab to the head.
McGuire digs a good hook to Skywalker's body.
McGuire uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Skywalker.
Skywalker tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McGuire was well out of range. Poor timing from Skywalker.
Mike McGuire is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
The fighters circling - Skywalker throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #KD#
McGuire lands a jab followed by a vicious hook that sends Skywalker sprawling to the canvas. McGuire follows him down, looking for the kill. Can Skywalker hang on?
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McGuire stalling.
Skywalker is in trouble now - McGuire has advanced to mount! #SUB#
McGuire has isolated one of Skywalker's arms. Skywalker looking to fight him off but McGuire twists into an armbar. It's tight... Will he tap?? YES, he's tapped! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Mike McGuire!
A victorious Mike McGuire thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 08, 2019

#R1#
Grena looks for a takedown but McGuire sprawls well.
McGuire lands a head kick. Grena smiles back at him and beckons him forward. #CUT#
It looks like Umberto Grena has been cut.
Grena shoots in for a takedown but McGuire shows good takedown defense.
McGuire lands a high kick!
McGuire scores with a push kick.
Grena shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #KD#
McGuire knocks Grena to the floor with a head kick! Can he finish him!?#ROC#
Grena is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
McGuire landing strikes.
Grena is still in real trouble! Can McGuire finish him?#SU#
McGuire has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Grena seems to have recovered his senses.
McGuire changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
McGuire lands with a right hand.
McGuire throws a head kick that misses. #T1##CL2#
Grena has managed to clinch.
McGuire lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Good body shot from McGuire.
McGuire lands with a left to the head.
McGuire lands with a left to the head.
McGuire lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Grena backwards.
McGuire gets underhooks to prevent Grena's takedown attempt.
Mike McGuire has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Umberto Grena.
McGuire lands with a short head shot on the inside.
McGuire pushes Grena back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
McGuire lands with a right to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McGuire lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Grena or not. #BC2#
Grena manages to break the clinch.
Grena takes a kick to the side of the head.
McGuire seems to be stalking Grena here. He circles momentarily and then unleashes a devastating head kick! Grena drops like a stone, out cold! WOW! Are you kidding me!? What a knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Mike McGuire!
Mike McGuire seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: UGD 95:Seok Vs Gower
Date: Jan 12, 2018

#R1#
Maraçon moves in looking to clinch but McGuire pushes him off.
McGuire tries a head kick but it misses.
McGuire bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Maraçon's head backwards.
Maraçon throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Maraçon dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on McGuire. That did some damage!
McGuire shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Maraçon counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps McGuire thinking.
McGuire ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Maraçon moves away.
McGuire thumps Maraçon with a low kick.
McGuire swings for the body but Maraçon moves out of range.
McGuire throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
McGuire slips under a jab from Maraçon.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
McGuire shoots in and gets a takedown into Maraçon's guard.#ES#
Maraçon pushes McGuire off and gets back to his feet.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McGuire connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #T1#
McGuire throws a body kick that misses.
McGuire throws a leg kick
and Maraçon counters with a nice leg kick.
McGuire tried to score with a low kick but Maraçon checks it.
Maraçon looks to score with a jab to the body but McGuire is just out of range.
Maraçon has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Dr Hatsumi's Clinic in the buildup to the fight.
McGuire looks to score with a jab to the body but Maraçon is just out of range.
Maraçon ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
McGuire throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
McGuire tries to land a front kick but Maraçon steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
McGuire swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Maraçon cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Maraçon slips under a jab from McGuire.
Maraçon tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
McGuire shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Maraçon as he avoids it easily.
Maraçon lands a two punch combo.
McGuire darts in looking for a takedown but Maraçon gets double underhooks and turns McGuire into the cage.
Pablo Maraçon has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mike McGuire.
Maraçon throws a nice outside leg kick. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McGuire lands a nice shot that snaps Maraçon's head back.
Maraçon misses with a kick to the body.
Maraçon throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Maraçon works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
McGuire is looking to score with low kicks.
McGuire misses the shot to the body.
Maraçon sizes up McGuire with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
McGuire avoids the head kick by Maraçon.
McGuire misses with a looping right.
McGuire tests Maraçon's chin there with a solid looking shot.
A chopping leg kick lands by McGuire.
Maraçon fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but McGuire is out of range.
An inside leg kick from McGuire misses.
Maraçon takes a swing at McGuire's ribcage but misses.
McGuire looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks. #T3#
McGuire misses with an uppercut.
Maraçon throwing a counter right hand but McGuire manages to avoid it.
McGuire tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Maraçon was well out of range. Poor timing from McGuire.
Nice cross by Maraçon.
McGuire takes a shot to the body in his stride.
McGuire attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Maraçon feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Maraçon looks to land a right hand but McGuire moved out of range.
Maraçon misses with a kick to the body.
Maraçon thows a leg kick but McGuire checks it
and McGuire counters with a straight right hand.
McGuire misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Maraçon.
A little feinted left hand from Maraçon on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
McGuire tests Maraçon's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Maraçon pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
That kick from Maraçon tenderised McGuire's leg. McGuire is trying to keep his angry face on.
McGuire has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Maraçon.
McGuire misses with an attempted mid kick.
McGuire looks to throw the jab but Maraçon is out of range.
Maraçon on the wrong end of a nice hook.#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A thudding body kick lands there by McGuire!
McGuire swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Maraçon dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Maraçon moves out of range as McGuire strikes.
Maraçon feinted there with a counter leg kick.
McGuire looks for the body kick but Maraçon saw that one coming.
McGuire takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Maraçon scores with a leg kick.
Pablo Maraçon seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Maraçon scores with a nice body kick.
Maraçon jabs McGuire right on the nose. McGuire blinks but takes it well.
McGuire blocks a leg kick.
McGuire wants to counter the offense by Maraçon and move into the clinch position.
Maraçon blocks a jab.
A counter left hand to the body from Maraçon misses its target.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A decent looking cross lands there for Maraçon.
Maraçon misses with a straight left.
A big left from McGuire misses.
Maraçon bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
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 Pablo Maraçon will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Maraçon throws the kick towards the body but McGuire avoids it.
Maraçon misses with a low kick.
McGuire misses with a hook
and Maraçon counters with a slapping leg kick.
Maraçon keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
An attempted straight right counter from Maraçon misses the target.
Maraçon ducks under a wild hook from McGuire.
Maraçon stuffs the takedown.
Maraçon wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Maraçon lets loose with a powerful body kick. McGuire will feel that in the morning.
Maraçon scores with a push kick.
McGuire throws a body punch but Maraçon moves out of range.
Maraçon looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
McGuire checks the leg kick nicely there.
Maraçon's jab looks to have found its range, popping McGuire under the eye.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Maraçon fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Maraçon misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McGuire.
A looping hook to the body misses from Maraçon. McGuire does a little dance to reset his feet.
Maraçon misses with a low kick.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! McGuire crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Maraçon - the referee stops the clock and McGuire gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Maraçon. McGuire manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.#T1#
Maraçon swings away with a leg kick that misses.
McGuire displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Maraçon throws out the jab.
McGuire now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Maraçon lands a straight punch to the body, keeping McGuire at a distance.
McGuire fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Maraçon manages to avoid it.
Maraçon throws a jab but it's blocked by McGuire.
Maraçon throws a good cross that connects. #TD2#
McGuire shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Maraçon napping and manages to drive through into side control!
You can see the frustration on Maraçon's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
McGuire throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
You can see the frustration on Maraçon's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T2#
Maraçon is trying to get back to half guard.
Maraçon managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by McGuire.
McGuire tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
McGuire in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
McGuire landing strikes.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Maraçon manages to get back to half guard.
McGuire is trying to control. Maraçon wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
McGuire looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T3#
Maraçon is not content to let McGuire control the position.
Maraçon is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of McGuire's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take McGuire's back!
McGuire looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
McGuire has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
McGuire turns into Maraçon and is now in his guard.
Maraçon looking to control.
McGuire's corner is telling him to maintain position.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Maraçon holds on and takes a little breather. #T4#
McGuire postures up in Maraçon's guard and throws a big left but Maraçon blocks it.
Maraçon is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Pablo Maraçon will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
McGuire lands with a thumping leg kick.
McGuire jabs Maraçon to the body, keeping him at a distance.
McGuire tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Maraçon paws at him with a jab and circles away.
McGuire moves away from the strike by Maraçon.
McGuire is looking to clinch but Maraçon is avoiding it.
Maraçon thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on McGuire if he has to take too many more of those.
Maraçon throws a leg kick that misses.
An inside leg kick from McGuire misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGuire jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Maraçon moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Maraçon lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Maraçon tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and McGuire is able to avoid easily.
Maraçon works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#T1#
The fighters circling - Maraçon throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Maraçon swings widly with a right hand
and Maraçon takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Maraçon looks to land a left hand but McGuire moved out of range nicely.
McGuire drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
McGuire on the wrong end of a nice jab.
McGuire dips to his left and cracks Maraçon with an uppercut!
Nice body punch from Maraçon.
McGuire lands with a right hand.
Pablo Maraçon is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nice body punch from Maraçon.
McGuire tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Maraçon was well out of range. Poor timing from McGuire.
Maraçon uses good head movement to avoid the hook from McGuire.
Maraçon misses with a looping left.
McGuire misses with a hook.
Maraçon bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Maraçon swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McGuire flicks out a counter leg kick but Maraçon steps away.#T2#
McGuire takes a jab right on the kisser.
A clash of legs there as Maraçon blocks the low kick.
Maraçon sizes up McGuire with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Maraçon scores with a jab.
McGuire avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
A head kick misses from McGuire.
Maraçon missing with a left hand there. McGuire was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
McGuire has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Maraçon.
A big right from McGuire misses.
A punch combination from Maraçon misses. #CL#
Maraçon gets a clinch.
A shot in the inside from Maraçon.
McGuire misses with a punch on the inside.
Maraçon working aggressively here.
Maraçon misses with some punches.
McGuire wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
McGuire prevents a body shot from Maraçon.
Mike McGuire has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Maraçon misses with a punch to the body.
McGuire misses with a hook from the clinch.
Maraçon throws a punch but it's blocked by McGuire.
McGuire's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
McGuire controlling the action here for a moment.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Maraçon struggles to land a body shot inside as McGuire controls his hands. #BC2#
McGuire breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
McGuire dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Maraçon. That did some damage!
McGuire ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Maraçon misses with a wild body shot.
McGuire throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
McGuire takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Maraçon blocks a low kick nicely.
Maraçon with a hook.
McGuire throws a body shot but no joy.
Maraçon half committed to a counter leg kick.#T4#
Maraçon throws a front kick that sends McGuire stumbling back into the cage.
Maraçon lands a glancing blow to the side of McGuire's head.
Maraçon changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Maraçon fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt McGuire.
This has been an exciting period of action!
McGuire on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Maraçon misses with a wild body shot.
Maraçon is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that McGuire can do to turn this around?
McGuire misses with an uppercut.
McGuire finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt. #CL2#
McGuire has Maraçon up against the cage in a clinch.
Maraçon takes a shot to the head.
Maraçon is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
McGuire doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
McGuire tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A left hand lands to the body for McGuire.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 30:28
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 30:27
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: UGD 88:Pulkkinen Vs Sole
Date: Dec 01, 2017

#R1#
Nice defenses there by McGuire.
Snorten avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Snorten getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#CUT2#
It looks like Mike McGuire has been cut.
McGuire misses the body punch
and Snorten counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CL2#
Snorten has McGuire up against the cage in a clinch.
McGuire misses with a body punch. #TD#
McGuire tightens his grip and picks Snorten up, before dumping him to the ground. Snorten manages to land in guard.
Snorten tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Snorten is still trying to improve position.
McGuire trying to control the position from guard on top but Snorten is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McGuire missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
McGuire pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Snorten is keeping the position for now.
Snorten manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. McGuire manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB##T1#
Snorten wants to pass the guard but McGuire is keeping the position.
McGuire avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Snorten passes McGuire's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Snorten is pressing down on McGuire's thigh, looking to free his foot. McGuire is holding on for now.
McGuire trying to control but Snorten postures up.
Snorten looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Snorten is thwarting McGuire's attempts to control the position.
Snorten missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Snorten throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
McGuire is looking for a sweep. Snorten is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
McGuire has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Snorten is working away from the top position though.
McGuire is staying active underneath Snorten, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T2#
McGuire trying to hold on to Snorten's head to control him but Snorten postures up. #SU2#
Snorten gets to his feet - back to striking we go!
McGuire cracks the inside of Snorten's front leg.
Snorten scores with a leg kick.
McGuire dips to his left and cracks Snorten with an uppercut!
Snorten shoots in looking for a takedown but McGuire manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Snorten's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Nice uppercut lands for McGuire. That snapped Snorten's head back.
Snorten misses with a shot to the body
and McGuire counters with a nice low kick that buckles Snorten's knee momentarily.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Snorten displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from McGuire. #T3#
McGuire takes a swing at Snorten's ribcage but misses.
McGuire throws a body kick that misses.
Snorten throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
McGuire swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Snorten lands a right hook to the body.
McGuire uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Snorten.
McGuire throws a half hearted mid kick.
Snorten chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before McGuire can pounce on him.
Snorten thows a left - swing and a miss!
A big left from Snorten misses.
McGuire fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
McGuire moves out of range as Snorten strikes.
A big right from Snorten misses.
Snorten throws a lazy right hand but McGuire sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T4#
McGuire moves into range and connects with a jab.
McGuire lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
McGuire throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Snorten takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Snorten throws a body punch but McGuire moves out of range. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Snorten lands with a left to the head. #BC2#
Snorten pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Decent striking displayed by McGuire there.
McGuire on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Snorten. Snorten obviously looking to wear him down.
Snorten checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
A jab from McGuire does it's job there.
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 Mike McGuire will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Mike McGuire's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
McGuire lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Snorten at a distance.
Snorten tries to clinch up but McGuire circles away and keeps his distance.
Snorten takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Snorten leaves McGuire with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
McGuire lands with a thumping leg kick.
McGuire dodges the punch combination from Snorten.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGuire dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Snorten. That did some damage!
Snorten feints and then cracks McGuire's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow McGuire down.
McGuire shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #T1#
Snorten jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Snorten lands the left hand.
McGuire is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Snorten attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Snorten moves forwards but McGuire connects with a nice, crisp jab.
McGuire looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Snorten keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Snorten uses good head movement to avoid the hook from McGuire.
McGuire misses with a body kick.
McGuire wants to clinch.#T2#
McGuire thumps Snorten with a low kick.
Snorten misses with a hook. McGuire ducked under it nicely.
McGuire moves out of range as Snorten strikes.
Snorten avoids a kick to the body.
Snorten ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McGuire moves away.
Snorten throws a head kick that misses.
McGuire lands a glancing blow to the side of Snorten's head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
McGuire connects with a body shot that sends Snorten's belly button to the back.
Snorten moves out of range of the body kick from McGuire.
McGuire uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Snorten.
McGuire swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T3#
Snorten lands with a hook. McGuire tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
McGuire throws a front kick aimed at Snorten's knee but Snorten avoids it well. #TD#
Snorten tries to sprawl but McGuire drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Snorten works his way to full guard. Good work.
McGuire postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
McGuire scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
McGuire works over Snorten with some ground and pound from guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Snorten wants to sweep but no luck.
McGuire postures up and lands a big shot to Snorten's brow.
McGuire won't allow Snorten to sweep him here.
McGuire with a nice head shot there.
McGuire works over Snorten with some ground and pound from guard.#T4#
Snorten looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
McGuire trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Snorten keeping moving, preventing McGuire from controlling successfully.
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!
Snorten looking to hit a scissor sweep but McGuire is one step ahead there.
McGuire lands a couple of digs.
McGuire postures up and lands a big shot to Snorten's brow.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Snorten tries to land a sweep but no joy.
McGuire pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Snorten is keeping the position for now.
McGuire won't allow Snorten to sweep him here.
McGuire trying to control but Snorten is working from the bottom.
Snorten is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mike McGuire dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Mike McGuire's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
McGuire throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Snorten stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
McGuire connects with a jab.
Snorten throws an ugly left hook that misses
and McGuire counters with a nice leg kick.
McGuire lands a right hook to the body.
Snorten moves forwards but McGuire connects with a nice, crisp jab.
McGuire uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Snorten.
McGuire dodges the punch combination from Snorten.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from McGuire, right into the meat.
Nice defenses there by McGuire.#T1#
Snorten cracks McGuire with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
McGuire misses with a body kick.
McGuire misses with a body punch
and Snorten counters with a thumping low kick.
McGuire tries to clinch up but Snorten circles away and keeps his distance.
It seemed like Snorten was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
McGuire tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Snorten paws at him with a jab and circles away.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Snorten! But no joy.
Snorten waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract McGuire.
Snorten cracks McGuire with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
McGuire swats away the attempt to clinch by Snorten.
McGuire slips a straight right by Snorten.
McGuire throws a push kick but Snorten slaps the foot to one side.
Snorten only half commits to the counter leg kick.
McGuire takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#T2##TD2#
Snorten shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in McGuire's guard.
Snorten trying to control but McGuire is working from the bottom.
McGuire seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Snorten postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Snorten postures up in McGuire's guard and throws a big left but McGuire blocks it.
McGuire working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Snorten.
McGuire keeping full guard, as Snorten tries to pass.
Rip Snorten has got the better of the ground game so far.
Snorten preventing the sweep.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as McGuire holds on and takes a little breather. #SUB#
McGuire escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Snorten gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T3#
Snorten slips nicely into half guard.
McGuire wants to control but Snorten is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Snorten not landing any meaningful shots this time.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Snorten working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Snorten not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Snorten is looking to take a break and control but McGuire is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Mike McGuire is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
McGuire taking some punishment here, with Snorten in his half guard.
Rip Snorten has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB2#
Snorten is working for a kimura here but McGuire manages to reverse the position and he's now in Snorten's guard.
McGuire trying to control the position from guard on top but Snorten is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McGuire lands a couple of decent looking shots.#T4#
Snorten tries to land a sweep but no joy.
McGuire is working Snorten over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Snorten looking for a sweep. Not yet Snorten, not yet.
Snorten keeping moving, preventing McGuire from controlling successfully.
McGuire stopping the sweep attempt from Snorten.
McGuire slips nicely into half guard.
Snorten has hold of McGuire's hands but McGuire slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Snorten tries to get to full guard but McGuire has control of the leg.
McGuire is looking to take a break and control but Snorten is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
McGuire 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.
Snorten punching from the bottom.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Rip Snorten.
I think McGuire 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 Richard Clark scores the fight 29:29
Judge William Gold scores the fight 29:28
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: UGD 82:Moore Vs Seagram
Date: Oct 27, 2017

#R1#
Northrop shoots in for a takedown but McGuire shows good takedown defense.
McGuire changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Northrop catches McGuire with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
McGuire wants to land a leg kick but Northrop is out of range.
McGuire throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
McGuire slips a jab and a cross from Northrop.
A nice side step and McGuire releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
McGuire misses with a straight left.
Northrop definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
McGuire blocks a jab.
Northrop throws a looping overhand right but McGuire ducks down to avoid it.
Northrop misses with a few strikes there.
Northrop moves out of range as McGuire throws a body kick.
McGuire connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Northrop looks to throw the jab but McGuire is out of range.
McGuire appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Northrop swinging wildly here.
Northrop tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
McGuire keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McGuire throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Northrop sees it coming and avoids it easily.
McGuire misses with a body kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Northrop tries to bum rush McGuire with a series of wild strikes but McGuire uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
McGuire scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#T1#
McGuire does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Northrop doesn't succeed with the takedown
and McGuire connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
McGuire tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Northrop was well out of range. Poor timing from McGuire.
McGuire lands with a cross.
Northrop throws a combination but it was largely blocked by McGuire.
McGuire wants to clinch up but Northrop keeps it at a distance.
Northrop ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Northrop rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but McGuire moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Northrop avoids a kick to the body.
McGuire throws a body kick that misses.
A slow jab from Northrop misses its intended target.
McGuire dips to his left and cracks Northrop with an uppercut!
Northrop avoids a punch combination nicely.
McGuire avoids a kick to the body.
Northrop bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Northrop throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent McGuire stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Northrop ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McGuire moves away.#T2##CL#
McGuire tries to keep at a distance but Northrop has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC2#
McGuire's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
A jab from Northrop misses.
McGuire bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Northrop throws a hook but McGuire blocks it.
McGuire cracks Northrop with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
McGuire throws a big shot that misses.
Northrop misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
It seemed like McGuire was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
McGuire moves away from the strike by Northrop.
McGuire tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
McGuire lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
McGuire throws a front kick aimed at Northrop's knee but Northrop avoids it well.
McGuire ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Northrop moves away.
Northrop dips to his left and cracks McGuire with an uppercut!
A left lands for Northrop.
McGuire scores with a nice body kick.
A bone on bone clash there as Northrop blocks the leg kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by McGuire. #T3#
McGuire walks into a left hand.
McGuire delivers a nice body kick.
Northrop tries to bum rush McGuire with a series of wild strikes but McGuire uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Northrop throws out a loose jab but McGuire uses good head movement to avoid it.
McGuire looks to land a right hand but Northrop moved out of range.
McGuire misses with a few strikes there.
A punch combination from McGuire misses.
Northrop's hands are dropping dangerously low here and McGuire connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Northrop scrambles back to his feet.
McGuire tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #TD#
Northrop bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
This has been an exciting period of action!
McGuire is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
McGuire on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Northrop looking to punish the body of his opponent here but McGuire is avoiding damage well. #SUB#
Northrop is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but McGuire is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
McGuire is not content to let Northrop control the position. #T4#
Northrop sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but McGuire is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
You can see the frustration on McGuire's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB#
Northrop tries for a kimura but McGuire is defending well. #SUB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Northrop tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Northrop has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB#
Northrop is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. McGuire knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
McGuire managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Northrop.
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 Russell Northrop will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Northrop misses with a hook. McGuire ducked under it nicely.
Northrop walks into a stiff left hand from McGuire.
Northrop pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A leg kick checked by Northrop.
McGuire bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Northrop's head.
Northrop lands a head shot.
A swing and a miss from Northrop.
Northrop jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Northrop takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Northrop swings for the body but McGuire moves out of range.
McGuire with a hook.
Northrop thows a left - swing and a miss!
Northrop misses with a jab, cross combination.
Good exchange - Northrop coming out on top.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Northrop misses with a body kick.
McGuire lands with a cross.
Northrop misses with a body kick.
Northrop connects with a crisp jab.
Northrop moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
McGuire throws an overhand right that lands on Northrop's shoulder, as Northrop tries to avoid the shot. #T1#
Northrop has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from McGuire.
McGuire walks into a stiff left hand from Northrop.
Russell Northrop seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Northrop lands a slapping body shot.
McGuire lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Northrop darts in looking for a takedown but McGuire gets double underhooks and turns Northrop into the cage.
Northrop walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. McGuire checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
McGuire now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Northrop is looking to clinch.
Northrop thuds his right hand into McGuire's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#TD2#
McGuire is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Northrop's half guard.#ES#
Northrop makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Northrop tries to clinch
and McGuire counters with an inside leg kick.
McGuire connects with a crisp jab.
McGuire looks for the body kick but Northrop saw that one coming. #TD#
Northrop bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#SUB#
Northrop is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. McGuire knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Northrop advances nicely into full mount.
Northrop 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.#T2#
Northrop connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
McGuire is desperately trying to improve his position but Northrop has a good base and remains in mount.
Northrop scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish McGuire? #CUT#
It looks like Mike McGuire has been cut.
Northrop trying to control but he's not successful this time.
McGuire can't escape the position.
McGuire regains half guard.#SUB#
Northrop is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. McGuire doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Northrop.
McGuire wants to control but Northrop is keeping busy. #T3#
McGuire wants to improve his position but Northrop is controlling well.
The fighters are battling for position here. McGuire manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
McGuire keeping full guard, as Northrop tries to pass.
McGuire preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Northrop scoring with some ground and pound.
Northrop is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
McGuire has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Northrop pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. McGuire is keeping the position for now. #T4##SUB2#
McGuire escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Northrop gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Northrop trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Northrop working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of McGuire's head.
McGuire looking to hit a scissor sweep but Northrop is one step ahead there.
Northrop slips nicely into half guard.
McGuire trying to control but Northrop postures up. #SUB#
Northrop maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! McGuire could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Northrop has cracked it and McGuire is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Northrop!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Russell Northrop!
An out of breath and clearly excited Russell Northrop thanked Project Mayhem for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).

Event: UGD 79:Ajax Vs Gallagher
Date: Oct 06, 2017

#R1#
McGuire misses with a low kick.
McGuire ducks right into an uppercut from Wayne.
McGuire connects with the punch.
Wayne doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Wayne has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Men Only. No Liberals ! in the buildup to the fight.#CL2#
McGuire rushes Wayne and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#TD#
Wayne pulls guard.
McGuire engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB#
Wayne looking for a guillotine here but McGuire defends easily.
McGuire missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Wayne looking for submissions from the bottom but instead McGuire passes into side control.
McGuire working the head with strikes.
McGuire has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
McGuire controls the position.#T1#
Wayne gets back to half guard.#SUB#
Wayne is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but McGuire pulls his head out easily.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with McGuire in particular looking to stall.
McGuire looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Wayne tries to get to full guard but McGuire has control of the leg. #SUB#
Wayne looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Wayne is looking to control McGuire's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Wayne avoid being mounted?
McGuire landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
McGuire is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #SUB#
Wayne actively working from the bottom here.#T2##SUB#
Wayne actively working from the bottom here.
McGuire is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #SUB#
Wayne looking for submissions off his back.
McGuire working Wayne over with strikes. #SUB#
Wayne has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, McGuire escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by McGuire!
Wayne is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
McGuire scores with punches from side control.
Wayne is trying to control McGuire's posture but McGuire avoids it.
McGuire wants to control but Wayne is keeping him busy.
Wayne is trying to improve his position.#T3#
McGuire trying to control the action but Wayne is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
McGuire is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Wayne has escaped the position, nice work there.
Wayne is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Wayne is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but McGuire pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Wayne actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Wayne actively working from the bottom here.
McGuire is nestled in close to Wayne, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
McGuire lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
The fighters are battling for position here. Wayne manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T4#
Wayne keeping moving, preventing McGuire from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Wayne throws his legs up looking for a submission but McGuire uses it to pass to side control.
Wayne is trying to improve his position.
McGuire is putting a hurting on Wayne here, landing some big shots from side control.
You can see the frustration on Wayne's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Wayne is trying to improve his position.
McGuire taking a breather here.
Wayne tries to improve position but can't.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Wayne manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mike McGuire dominated that round.
That's time! Wayne's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
McGuire tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Wayne was well out of range. Poor timing from McGuire.
McGuire misses with a body kick.
McGuire throws a hook to the side of Wayne's head but Wayne sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Wayne misses with a straight right.
McGuire feints a counter leg kick.
McGuire takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
McGuire comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
McGuire misses with a low kick.
Horrible takedown attempt by McGuire or perhaps it was just good defense by Wayne, which made it look bad.
Wayne blocks a head kick by McGuire.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wayne throws a lazy right hand but McGuire sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A leg kick checked by Wayne.
Wayne is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from McGuire.
Wayne scoring well with a low kick there.
McGuire works Wayne's body with a nice hook.
McGuire misses with a hook.#T1#
Wayne keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McGuire throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Wayne throws a leg kick but McGuire checks it.
McGuire throws a push kick but Wayne slaps the foot to one side.
Wayne misses the shot to the body.
McGuire slips under a jab.
McGuire uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Wayne.
McGuire throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Wayne tries to move into range but McGuire moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Wayne fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
McGuire scores with a push kick.
Donk. McGuire catches Wayne right on the button with a cross.
Bruce Wayne is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
McGuire looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Wayne is fending him off so far but McGuire persists. Nope, Wayne circles away and we're back to standing.
Wayne keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Wayne walks into a jab.#T2#
McGuire throws an overhand right that lands on Wayne's shoulder, as Wayne tries to avoid the shot.
McGuire lands a nice hook to Wayne's body. Wayne takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
McGuire has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
McGuire digs a good body shot into Wayne's ribs.
McGuire takes a swing at Wayne's ribcage but misses.
Wayne is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by McGuire.
McGuire is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
McGuire is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Wayne rather than just go for the knockout.
McGuire thows a body kick. Wayne tries to catch it but that hurt him.
McGuire lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Wayne scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
McGuire lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#CL2#
McGuire clinches.
McGuire lands with a short shot to the head.
McGuire lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Wayne backwards. #TD2#
McGuire has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Wayne regains guard immediately. #SUB#
Wayne working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because McGuire has passed into half guard! #T3##SUB#
Wayne looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. McGuire lands a nice short elbow.
McGuire slows the pace down in half guard. #SUB#
Wayne looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Wayne is trying to control but can't. #SUB#
Wayne looking for submissions off his back.
McGuire is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#SUB#
Wayne looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
McGuire is nestled in close to Wayne, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Wayne has hold of McGuire's hands but McGuire slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
McGuire is nestled in close to Wayne, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Mike McGuire has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
McGuire seems to be working for a kimura but Wayne defends the submission attempt.
Wayne is trying to defend against the ground and pound but McGuire scores with a couple of nice shots.#SUB#
Wayne looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Wayne is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
McGuire working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
McGuire trying to control from half guard but Wayne is working away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mike McGuire showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Wayne tries to score with a low kick but McGuire moves his leg out of the way.
Mike McGuire seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
McGuire moves into the clinch.#TD#
Wayne manages to pull guard.
Wayne wants to control the position but McGuire says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Nice strikes from McGuire there.
McGuire working the head and body with strikes. #SUB#
Wayne actively working from the bottom here.
Nice strikes from McGuire there. #SUB#
Wayne looking for subs from the bottom but McGuire mounts him!
Wayne tries to reverse the position but McGuire maintains control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGuire in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
McGuire raining down hammerfists from mount.
McGuire unloads with some vicious shots from mount and Wayne wants out - he looks towards the referee who steps in to save him! McGuire celebrates on the cage and the crowd goes wild!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mike McGuire!
Mike McGuire really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Urban Fighter logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.
Bruce Wayne was interviewed post fight and said 'I fear only the Fart Master....'.

Event: UGD 75:Dykstra Vs Beaumont
Date: Sep 15, 2017

#R1#
McGuire throws a chopping leg kick but Fleshou manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Fleshou lands with a right hand.
Nice shot by McGuire.
Fleshou buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick. #CL#
McGuire gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Fleshou misses with a hook to the ribs.
Fleshou struggles to land a body shot inside as McGuire controls his hands.
McGuire lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Fleshou prevents a body shot from McGuire.
Fleshou lands a shot to the body.
McGuire scores with a nice hook to the head.
Fleshou tries a body shot but McGuire blocks it.
Fleshou misses with a hook to the ribs.
McGuire swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Fleshou tries a body shot but McGuire blocks it.
Fleshou misses with a hook to the ribs.
Fleshou lands a nice shot to the body.
McGuire blocks an uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Fleshou struggles to land a body shot inside as McGuire controls his hands. #BC#
McGuire escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
McGuire ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Fleshou moves away.#T1#
Fleshou throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Fleshou misses with a jab, cross combination.
McGuire looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
McGuire misses with a body shot.
Fleshou ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McGuire moves away.
Fleshou throws a body punch but McGuire moves out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from McGuire misses the target.
McGuire misses with a few strikes there.
Fleshou fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McGuire manages to avoid it.
McGuire swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
McGuire tries to score with a low kick but Fleshou moves his leg out of the way.
Fleshou throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
McGuire slips a straight right by Fleshou.
McGuire bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Fleshou's head.
McGuire tries to close the distance and clinch but Fleshou swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
A decent looking cross lands there for McGuire.
A solid leg kick lands there for McGuire.
Fleshou misses with a wild body shot.
Fleshou lands a nice hook to McGuire's body. McGuire takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #T2#
Fleshou throws an uppercut from half a mile away. McGuire sees it coming and avoids it easily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McGuire throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Stres Fleshou is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
McGuire fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Fleshou.
Nice cross by McGuire.
McGuire uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Fleshou.
McGuire keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Fleshou.
Fleshou fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
McGuire avoids the body shot from Fleshou.
Fleshou swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McGuire attempts a counter takedown but Fleshou avoids it well and moves away.
Fleshou looks to score with a jab to the body but McGuire is just out of range.
McGuire throws the left hand but Fleshou avoids the punch easily.
Fleshou wants to counter the offense by McGuire and move into the clinch position.
Both fighters circling a little - McGuire finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Fleshou ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McGuire moves away.
Fleshou ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McGuire moves away.
Fleshou misses with a hook.
McGuire is looking to clinch.
Fleshou takes one on the button.
A big right from McGuire misses. #T3#
Fleshou takes a swing at McGuire's ribcage but misses.
Fleshou throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Fleshou scores with a leg kick.
Fleshou misses with a wild body shot.
A slapping leg kick lands for McGuire.
McGuire lands a head kick. Fleshou smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
McGuire uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Fleshou.
McGuire lands with a shot to the body.
Fleshou moves in looking to clinch but McGuire pushes him off.
That kick from Fleshou tenderised McGuire's leg. McGuire is trying to keep his angry face on.
McGuire turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
McGuire tries to clinch but Fleshou moves out of range.
McGuire takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Fleshou ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
McGuire feints and then cracks Fleshou's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Fleshou down.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Fleshou throws a leg kick but McGuire moved away.
Fleshou checks a low kick from McGuire.#T4#
Fleshou missing with a left hand there. McGuire was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Fleshou takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
McGuire lands a nice looking kick to the body. Fleshou takes a step back to recover.
McGuire scores with a punch to the head.
Fleshou on the wrong end of a nice hook.
McGuire takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
A combination from Fleshou does no damage.
Fleshou throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McGuire looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
McGuire connects with a looping right hand.
Fleshou lands a really nice looking cross but McGuire seems unphased.
Fleshou checks the leg kick.
Fleshou keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
McGuire lands a nice looking body kick.
Fleshou tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McGuire was well out of range. Poor timing from Fleshou.#CL2#
Fleshou has managed to clinch.
McGuire lands a nice uppercut.
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 Mike McGuire 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#
Fleshou swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McGuire on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Fleshou ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McGuire moves away.
McGuire misses with a wild body shot.
A jab from McGuire misses.
Fleshou swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McGuire connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Fleshou throws a body shot but no joy.
McGuire throws a body kick that misses.
McGuire backing away here, and Fleshou unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Fleshou circles away from the clinch attempt. #CL#
McGuire clinches with his opponent.
Fleshou tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fleshou tries a body shot but McGuire blocks it.
Fleshou misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC2#
Fleshou manages to break the clinch.
Fleshou is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
McGuire uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Fleshou.
Fleshou throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Fleshou throws a body shot but no joy. #T1##CL#
McGuire gets in close and instigates a clinch.
McGuire is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Fleshou is defending well for now.
Fleshou tried to land a shot to the body but connects with McGuire's elbow.
McGuire lands with a right to the head.
Fleshou blocks a punch to the side of the head. #BC#
McGuire manages to break the clinch.
Fleshou takes a swing at McGuire's ribcage but misses.
Fleshou throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
McGuire shoots in looking for a takedown. Fleshou tries to sprawl out of it but McGuire keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Fleshou manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
McGuire lands a jab to the head.
McGuire tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
McGuire tries to work over Fleshou's front leg with a kick but Fleshou checks it.
McGuire looks for the body kick but Fleshou saw that one coming.
Fleshou swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Fleshou keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick. #T2#
Fleshou slips under a jab.
McGuire scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#TD#
McGuire scores with a takedown into Fleshou's guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Fleshou looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
McGuire is looking to work some ground and pound but Fleshou has wrist control.
McGuire lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
McGuire connects with a couple of short punches.
McGuire won't allow Fleshou to sweep him here.
McGuire looking to pass the guard.
Fleshou preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
McGuire scoring with some ground and pound.
Fleshou avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
McGuire throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Fleshou works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Fleshou keeping moving, preventing McGuire from controlling successfully.
McGuire slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
McGuire loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
McGuire works over Fleshou with some ground and pound from guard.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
McGuire trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
McGuire is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Fleshou can do to turn this around?
McGuire postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
McGuire 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. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Fleshou takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Fleshou ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Fleshou. McGuire does a little dance to reset his feet.
A combination from McGuire does no damage.
McGuire misses with a body shot.
McGuire keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McGuire tries to clinch up
and Fleshou counters with an outside leg kick.
A low kick from McGuire misses
and Fleshou counters with a slapping leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mike McGuire dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
The fight stays on the outside here - Fleshou looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
McGuire blocks a head kick by Fleshou.
Fleshou keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McGuire tries to work over Fleshou's front leg with a kick but Fleshou checks it.
A shot to the body from Fleshou misses
and Fleshou takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Fleshou takes a swing at McGuire's ribcage but misses.
McGuire lands a nice looking kick to the body. Fleshou takes a step back to recover.
McGuire tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Fleshou is able to avoid easily.
Fleshou throws a body punch but McGuire moves out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from McGuire. Fleshou does a little dance to reset his feet.
Mike McGuire is winning the standup battle so far.
Fleshou smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A looping hook to the body misses from Fleshou. McGuire does a little dance to reset his feet.
McGuire was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
McGuire scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Fleshou swings and misses with a shot to the body
and McGuire finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Fleshou throws a shot to the body.
Fleshou misses with a body punch #CL#
and McGuire counters by moving into the clinch. #T1#
McGuire misses with a punch to the body. #BC#
McGuire pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Fleshou throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
McGuire lands a nice looking body shot.
McGuire swats away the attempt to clinch by Fleshou.
McGuire fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
McGuire uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Fleshou.
A slapping leg kick lands for McGuire.
McGuire ducks under a wild hook from Fleshou.
McGuire lands a leg kick that knocks Fleshou off balance momentarily.
Fleshou looks to score with a jab to the body but McGuire is just out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from McGuire misses the target.
Fleshou is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down McGuire rather than just go for the knockout.
Nice defenses there by McGuire.
McGuire throws a half hearted mid kick.
Fleshou avoids a kick to the body.
Fleshou throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T2#
Fleshou misses with a body shot.
McGuire lands a head shot.#CL2#
Fleshou has McGuire up against the cage in a clinch.
Fleshou tried to land a shot to the body but connects with McGuire's elbow.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
McGuire lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
McGuire lands a body punch.
Fleshou throws a punch but it's blocked by McGuire.
Fleshou tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
McGuire prevents a body shot from Fleshou.
McGuire misses with a hook from the clinch.
Fleshou misses with a hook from the clinch.
Fleshou tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A head punch on the inside from Fleshou fails to land.
McGuire scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Fleshou tries to throw a body punch but McGuire avoids it by throwing Fleshou back against the cage.
McGuire prevents a body shot from Fleshou.
McGuire throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Fleshous head.
Fleshou tries a body shot but McGuire blocks it.
Stres Fleshou has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
McGuire trying to stall but Fleshou improves his position.
McGuire blocks a body shot from Fleshou.
Fleshou works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
McGuire lands on the inside with an uppercut. #BC#
McGuire breaks the clinch.
McGuire moves out of range of the strikes.
Fleshou's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
McGuire takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Fleshou misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McGuire.
McGuire dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Fleshou. That did some damage!
Mike McGuire is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Nice body kick from McGuire.
Fleshou has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from McGuire.
Fleshou throws a poor cross that misses #TD#
and McGuire decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Fleshou's guard.
McGuire is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
McGuire 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.
Fleshou pulls McGuire in close to prevent any damage.
McGuire postures up in Fleshou's guard and throws a big left but Fleshou blocks it. #T4##SUB2#
Fleshou looking for a guillotine here but McGuire defends easily.
McGuire tries to free his leg and advance position but Fleshou is retaining full guard.
McGuire content to stall in guard here.
McGuire trying to control the position from guard on top but Fleshou is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

And that's the end of the fight!
Mike McGuire showed his dominance in that final round.
Well McGuire 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 Steven Brown scores the fight 30:27
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mike McGuire!
After the big win, Mike McGuire made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Aspire Clothing and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

Event: Ascension 0802
Date: Aug 02, 2017

#R1#
McGuire defending well as Anderson loads up on a big left hand.
Anderson misses with a hook #TD2#
and McGuire counters with a takedown into side control.
Anderson takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
McGuire working the ground and pound from side control.
Anderson defending against the ground and pound.
You can see the frustration on Anderson's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Anderson tries to improve position but can't.
McGuire working the ground and pound.
You can see the frustration on Anderson's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
McGuire scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Anderson to see if he's OK.
Anderson is working to avoid the ground and pound but McGuire connects with a decent elbow.
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!
McGuire in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Anderson is looking to reverse the position.#T1#
You can see the frustration on Anderson's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Anderson sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
McGuire with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
McGuire thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Anderson's head. #SUB#
Anderson looking for a kimura from the bottom but McGuire passes into side control!
McGuire in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Anderson gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #SUB#
Anderson looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
McGuire takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#T2#
McGuire wants to take a breather but Anderson is having none of it.
Anderson pushes McGuire off but McGuire dives into side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McGuire working the head with strikes.
Anderson is looking for a sweep.
McGuire is working Anderson over with some ground and pound from side control.
Anderson is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Anderson takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
McGuire grinds an elbow into Anderson's temple.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McGuire works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
McGuire in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
McGuire working the ground and pound.
McGuire working the body and head with strikes.
My spies in River's Edge Gym inform me that McGuire has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Anderson is trying to control McGuire's posture but McGuire avoids it.
McGuire landing strikes. #T3#
A big shot lands for McGuire! That's hurt Anderson! Will he recover? McGuire fires away with more strikes and the referee has to step in to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mike McGuire!
After the big win, Mike McGuire made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Aspire Clothing and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

Event: Ascension 0715
Date: Jul 15, 2017

#R1#
McGuire takes a head kick and shrugs it off. #CUT#
It looks like Mike McGuire has been cut.
McGee misses with a wild body shot.
A jab lands there for McGee.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that McGuire 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.#CL#
McGee clinches with his opponent.
McGee with a knee to the head.
McGee throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
McGee blocks a punch to the side of the head.
McGee goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
McGuire is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. McGee is defending well for now.
A short right hand to the side of the head by McGee.
McGuire pushes McGee back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
McGuire tries a body shot but McGee blocks it.
McGee lands a good knee to the midsection. McGuire won't want to take too many of those.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McGuire tries to throw a body punch but McGee avoids it by throwing McGuire back against the cage.
McGee misses with a knee strike.
McGee throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
A short right from McGee on the inside.
McGuire lands with a left to the head.
McGuire is looking to break free of the clinch but McGee has double underhooks.
McGuire tries to pull guard but McGee forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#T1#
McGuire working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
McGee misses with some punches.
McGuire digs a right hand underneath McGee's ribcage. McGee let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, McGee just misses with a elbow thrown towards McGuire's brow.
McGee throws an elbow but it's blocked.
McGee working aggressively here.
McGee has a couple of punches blocked by McGuire.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for McGuire.
McGee lands with a left to the head.
McGuire misses with some punches. #BC2#
McGuire manages to break the clinch.
McGee misses the shot to the body.
A little jabbing left from McGuire on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
McGuire tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McGee was well out of range. Poor timing from McGuire.
A nice inside leg kick there by McGuire. That's going to slow McGee down.
McGee missing with a left hand there. McGuire was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T2#
McGuire lands with a hook. McGee tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
McGee throws a wild body kick that McGuire sees coming a mile off.
McGuire throws out a counter right but McGee avoids it with no problem.
McGuire scores with a hook.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jab, jab by McGee - just one landing.
McGuire is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by McGee. #CL#
McGee clinches up with McGuire and pushes him back against the cage.
McGuire throws a head punch that misses.
McGuire lands with a left to the head.
McGee throws a knee to the head but misses.
McGuire swings away with an uppercut that misses.
McGee lands a nice knee to the body.
McGee misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from McGuire.
McGuire tries to circle away but McGee has him pinned against the cage.
McGee tries to land knees in the clinch but McGuire avoids the damage to the body.
McGee throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Our sources have told us that McGee has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.
McGee misses with a hook to the ribs. #T3#
McGuire misses with a hook to the ribs.
McGee scores with a nice hook to the head.
McGuire working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
McGuire working aggressively here.
McGuire gets through McGee's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
McGee landing knees to the body.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, McGuire creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
McGee looking to throw knees to the head but McGuire is blocking nicely.
A shot in the inside from McGee.
McGee throws an elbow but it misses. #BC2#
McGuire breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
McGuire swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McGuire takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
McGuire throws a hook to the side of McGee's head but McGee sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
McGee walks into a stiff left hand from McGuire.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McGee doesn't manage to clinch there - McGuire circles away.
McGee fails with an attempt to clinch. #T4#
McGuire tries a head kick but it misses.
Mike McGuire seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McGee lands the left hand.
McGee keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McGuire moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
McGee checks a leg kick.
McGee doesn't manage to clinch there - McGuire circles away.
McGee is looking to land body kicks.
And McGuire tries to counter it with a takedown but McGee pushes his down on his head and steps out.
McGee tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
McGee tries to close the distance and clinch but McGuire swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
McGuire misses with a hook.
A head kick misses from McGuire.
McGee takes one to the side of the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
McGee is looking to slow McGuire down with leg kicks.
McGee scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
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 Clarence McGee will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Mike McGuire's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
McGuire scores with a leg kick.
McGuire throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
A quick step to the side and McGee tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Danga de danga de dang - McGuire scores with a four punch combination!
McGee uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McGuire.
McGee connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
McGee throws a leg kick but McGuire sees it coming and moves out of range.
McGee comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
McGee dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
McGee throws a sloppy head kick and McGuire moves out of range easily.
McGuire throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McGuire connects with a leg kick. McGee looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
McGuire avoids the body shot from McGee.
A little jabbing left from McGuire on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
McGuire misses with a body shot.
McGee is looking to wear down McGuire with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
McGee swings and misses with a hook to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
McGuire misses with a leg kick
and McGee counters with a low kick, right behind McGuire 's knee. #T1#
McGee misses with a combination
and McGuire counters with a right hand to the body.
McGee walks into a left hand.
Clarence McGee is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
That kick from McGee tenderised McGuire's leg. McGuire is trying to keep his angry face on.
McGee fakes the leg kick and cracks McGuire in the body.
McGuire uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McGee.
McGuire cracks a nice hook into McGee's ribs.
McGee throws a body shot but no joy.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from McGee.
McGee throws a solid leg kick but McGuire takes the impact on his shin and smiles at McGee.
McGuire now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as McGuire checks a leg kick.
McGee looks to land a body kick but McGuire moved away.
McGuire wants to land a leg kick but McGee is out of range.
McGee half committed to a counter leg kick.
McGuire ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A nice side step and McGuire releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#T2##CL#
McGee clinches up against the cage.
A short body shot lands from McGee as the two fighters clinch.
McGuire tries to stall but McGee uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
McGuire misses with a punch to the body.
McGuire scores with a hook to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McGee managing to block the knees to the body from McGuire.
McGee tries to land knees in the clinch but McGuire avoids the damage to the body.
McGuire tries a body shot but McGee blocks it.
McGuire drops to a knee looking for a takedown but McGee gets the underhooks and prevents it.
McGee lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
McGee tries to land a knee to the head but McGuire blocks with his arms.
McGuire gets through McGee's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
McGee creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
McGuire lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #T3#
McGuire tries a body shot but McGee blocks it.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. McGee obliges.
McGee throws an elbow but it misses.
McGuire tries to throw a body punch but McGee avoids it by throwing McGuire back against the cage.
McGee takes a shot to the head.
Clarence McGee has scored more points in the clinch so far.
McGuire tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
McGuire tried to land a shot to the body but connects with McGee's elbow.
McGee with an attempt at a knee that misses.
McGee can't find room to land a body shot as McGuire controls the action.
McGuire on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
McGee using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
McGee with an attempt at a knee that misses.
McGee blocking some punches.
McGee digs a right hand into McGuire's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on McGuire's gas tank.
McGee misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from McGuire.
McGee with an attempt at a knee that misses.
McGee creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. #T4#
McGuire misses with a punch on the inside.
McGuire misses with some punches.
McGuire misses with a hook to the ribs.
A right handed body shot lands from McGuire.
McGee letting McGuire take a breather here.
McGuire misses with a short punch on the inside.
A shot in the inside from McGuire.
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!
McGuire fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
McGuire struggles to land a body shot inside as McGee controls his hands. #BC2#
McGuire manages to break the clinch.
McGuire just misses with a punch to the body.
McGuire misses with a kick to the body.
McGuire lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but McGee circles away quickly and effectively.
That kick from McGuire tenderised McGee's leg. McGee is trying to keep his angry face on.
McGuire misses with a head kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Mike McGuire will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Mike McGuire's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
McGuire scores with a kick to the body.
McGee lands a right hook to the body.
McGuire throws a head kick that misses
and McGee counters with a leg kick.
McGee throws a half hearted mid kick.
McGuire throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
McGee swings for the body but McGuire moves out of range.
It seemed like McGuire was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Mike McGuire seems to be getting the better of the standup.
McGee uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McGuire.
McGee moves out of range as McGuire throws a body kick.
A counter left hand to the body from McGee misses its target.
McGee slips under a jab from McGuire.
McGuire throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGee tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
McGuire tries to land a front kick but McGee steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
McGuire lands a straight punch to the body, keeping McGee at a distance.
McGuire misses with a head kick. #T1#
McGuire just misses with a punch to the body.
McGee keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
McGee checks a leg kick.
McGee takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
McGuire dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on McGee. That did some damage!
McGee bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
McGee avoids a kick to the body.
McGuire is looking to score with low kicks.
McGuire throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McGuire moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
McGee looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
McGuire throws a jab when McGee was well out of range.
McGee thinks about countering with a body kick.
McGuire blocks the body kick.
McGuire paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#T2#
McGuire lands with a nice body punch.
McGee throws a leg kick that misses.
McGuire circles away from the clinch attempt.
McGee pivots, looking for a leg kick but McGuire is out of range and McGee settles back down.
McGee with a body punch. A glancing blow.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
McGuire misses with a wild body shot.
McGee throwing a counter right hand but McGuire manages to avoid it.
McGee takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
McGuire scores with a hook to the body. McGee takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
McGee throws a left and a right that both miss
and McGuire counters with a nice uppercut.
McGuire misses with a straight right.
McGee has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from McGuire.#CL#
McGee closes the distance and pushes McGuire back into the cage.
McGuire softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#T3#
McGuire struggles to land a body shot inside as McGee controls his hands.
McGee works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
McGuire tries to work over McGee's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
McGee landing some nice looking knees to the body. #BC2#
McGuire manages to break the clinch.
McGuire throws a low kick but it's checked well by McGee.
McGee misses the shot to the body.
Good leg kick by McGee there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
McGee throws a hook but McGuire blocks it.
McGuire throws the left hand but McGee avoids the punch easily.
McGuire on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
McGee throws a leg kick that is checked
and McGuire counters with a nice leg kick.
McGuire scores with a decent looking hook.
McGuire takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#T4#
McGuire throws a leg kick but McGee sees it coming and checks it nicely.
McGee walks into a left hand.
McGee takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McGee is looking to clinch but McGuire is avoiding it.
A slow jab from McGuire misses its intended target.
McGee just misses with a punch to the body.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! McGuire crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from McGee - the referee stops the clock and McGuire gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says McGee. McGuire manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
McGee tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
McGee moves in looking to clinch but McGuire pushes him off.
McGuire takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
McGuire has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from McGee finds it's way round the side to connect with McGuire's head.
McGee throws a right hand that misses
and McGuire counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
McGuire on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by McGee. McGee obviously looking to wear him down.

And that's the end of the fight!
Mike McGuire comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think McGuire 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 Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 28:29
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 28:29
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mike McGuire!
An out of breath and clearly excited Mike McGuire thanked Urban Fighter for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).

Event: Ascension 0701
Date: Jul 01, 2017

#R1##CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
McGee throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
McGuire stalling the fight.
McGee putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has McGuire in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
McGuire tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and McGee avoids it.
McGee unloads a knee to the mid-section. McGuire lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
McGee is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. McGuire is defending well for now.
McGee lands a nice elbow from the clinch. #CUT#
It looks like Mike McGuire has been cut.
McGuire tries to work over McGee's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
McGuire wants a takedown.
McGuire digs a right hand underneath McGee's ribcage. McGee let out a lung full of air as it connected.
McGuire tried to land a shot to the body but connects with McGee's elbow.
McGuire blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGuire misses with a punch to the body.
With the fighters up against the cage, McGee throws an elbow but misses.
McGee is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. McGuire is defending well for now.
McGuire avoiding damage as McGee throws knees to the body.
McGuire takes an elbow to the temple.
McGuire lands a body shot in the clinch. #T1#
McGuire goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #BC2#
McGuire's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
McGee gets cracked there but stands up to it.
McGuire throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
McGuire tries to close the distance and clinch up but McGee swats him away and circles back towards the center.
McGuire swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and McGee makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
McGuire lands a nice hook to McGee's body. McGee takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
McGuire throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
McGuire lands with a hook. McGee tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
McGee throws a leg kick that misses.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that McGuire 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.
Mike McGuire seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McGuire ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McGee moves away.
McGuire throws a jab when McGee was well out of range.
McGuire throws a lazy uppercut
and McGuire takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
McGee scores with a spinning back kick!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McGee avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T2#
McGuire throws a body shot but no joy.
McGee scores with a kick to the body.
McGuire swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McGee scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
McGee misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
McGuire swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
McGuire takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
McGee goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Crunch! McGuire slams his shin into McGee's torso.
McGuire swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McGuire waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract McGee.
McGuire throws a leg kick
and McGee counters with a lovely straight right hand!
McGuire looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
McGee slips under a jab.
McGuire misses with a straight right. #T3##CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
McGuire has a couple of punches blocked by McGee.
McGuire has a couple of punches blocked by McGee.
McGuire pushes McGee back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
McGuire scores with a shoulder strike.
Knees to the body from McGee.
McGuire misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. McGee obliges.
McGuire looking for a takedown.
McGee prevents the takedown attempt.
Clarence McGee has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mike McGuire.
McGuire doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
McGuire goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Our sources have told us that McGee has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.
McGuire has had enough of the clinch but McGee keeps him there for the moment.
With the fighters up against the cage, McGee throws an elbow but misses.
McGee throws an elbow that misses.
McGuire avoids the elbow strike from McGee, against the cage. #T4#
McGee gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
McGuire takes an elbow to the forehead.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McGuire misses with a punch to the body.
McGuire doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
McGee missing with knees to the body. #BC2#
McGuire manages to break the clinch.
McGuire misses with an uppercut.
McGee throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
McGee throws a sloppy body shot
and McGuire cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
McGee throws a nice outside leg kick.
McGee staying out of range there.
McGuire throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around McGee's waist but McGee gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing McGuire off to one side.
McGuire lands a right hook to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from McGuire misses the target.
McGuire misses with a low kick.
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 Clarence McGee will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Mike McGuire's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
McGee throws a leg kick which misses McGuire's front leg but catches the back leg as McGuire tries to avoid it.
Mike McGuire seems to be getting the better of the standup.
McGee works McGuire's body with a nice hook.
McGuire lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
McGuire throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
McGee throws a good cross that connects.
McGee moves in looking to clinch but McGuire pushes him off.
The fighters circling - McGee throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
McGee checks a leg kick.
McGee lands with a good body shot.
McGuire misses with a body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGee looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Good shot there by McGee.
A slow jab from McGuire misses its intended target.
McGee throws a sloppy head kick and McGuire moves out of range easily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McGuire looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks. #T1#
McGee wants to clinch.
McGee moves out of range as McGuire throws a body kick.
McGuire throws a low kick but McGee avoids it.
McGee on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
McGuire takes a swing at McGee's ribcage but misses.
McGee explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
McGuire missing with a left hand there. McGee was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
McGee looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
A looping hook to the body misses from McGee. McGuire does a little dance to reset his feet.
McGee checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
McGuire lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#CL#
McGee gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#T2#
McGee blocks a body shot from McGuire.
McGuire tries to work over McGee's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
McGee tries to land knees in the clinch but McGuire avoids the damage to the body.
McGee blocks an uppercut.
McGuire managing to block the knees to the body from McGee.
Clarence McGee has scored more points in the clinch so far.
McGuire avoiding damage as McGee throws knees to the body.
McGee prevents a body shot from McGuire.
McGuire scores with a hook to the body.
McGee looks to throw an elbow but misses.
McGuire fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
McGuire dodges an elbow strike from McGee.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McGuire misses with a short punch on the inside.
McGee misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from McGuire.
McGee throws an elbow that misses.
McGee takes a shot to the head.
McGuire working aggressively here.
McGuire goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T3#
McGuire misses with a body punch.
McGuire holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Knees to the body from McGee.
McGuire lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt McGee or not.
McGuire lands a body punch in the clinch. #BC2#
McGuire breaks from the clinch.
McGuire throws a leg kick but McGee moved away.
McGee slips a straight right by McGuire.
McGuire throws a hook but McGee avoids it easily.
McGee feints and then cracks McGuire's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow McGuire down.
McGuire connects with a crisp jab.
McGee takes one on the chin but seems OK. #TD2#
McGuire shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McGuire scoring with punches to the head and body. #T4#
McGuire is fighting to break McGee's control of his arms but McGee is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
McGuire trying to control but McGee is working from the bottom.
McGuire has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
McGuire controls from within his opponent's guard.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mike McGuire showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Mike McGuire's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
McGuire throws a hook but McGee blocks it.
McGee lands a leg kick that knocks McGuire off balance momentarily.
McGuire misses with a series of wild punches.
McGee swings for the body but McGuire moves out of range.
McGuire throws a big counter head kick but McGee avoids it with no problem.
McGuire's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
McGuire takes a swing at McGee's ribcage but misses.
McGee tries to land a front kick but McGuire steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
McGee lands a jab to McGuire's midsection.
McGee takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
A jab lands there for McGuire.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGuire fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt McGee.
McGee keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from McGuire.
McGee tries to clinch up but McGuire circles away and keeps his distance.
McGuire throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T1#
McGee scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. McGuire doesn't seem bothered though.
McGee throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
McGuire thinks about the counter body kick.
McGee moves out of range as McGuire throws a body kick.
McGuire tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but McGee swivels and escapes.
McGee connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
McGee scores with a head kick.
McGee throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
McGuire tries a quick counter leg kick but McGee is wise to it.
McGuire swings for the body but McGee moves out of range.
And McGee counters with a quick kick to the body but McGuire blocks it.
McGee throws a right and a left that McGuire avoids nicely.
McGuire goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
McGuire fails with an attempt to clinch.
McGee misses with a low kick.
McGuire checks a low kick from McGee.#T2#
McGuire swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
McGee wants to clinch up but McGuire keeps it at a distance.
McGuire is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
McGuire scores with a punch to the head.
McGee throws a half hearted mid kick.
McGuire throws a leg kick but McGee checks it.
McGee looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
McGee tries to clinch there but McGuire circles away.
McGuire misses with a right hand
and McGee counters with a three punch combo that has McGuire backing up. McGuire nods at McGee to acknowledge the strikes.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McGee throws a body shot but no joy.
McGuire lands with a nice body kick.
McGee misses with a low kick.
McGee misses with a two punch combination.
McGuire throws out a counter right but McGee avoids it with no problem.
McGuire misses with a low kick.
McGuire avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #T3#
McGee defending well as McGuire loads up on a big left hand.
McGee wants to clinch
and McGuire counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
McGee takes a jab right on the kisser.
McGuire connects with a body shot.
McGuire looks to land a body kick but McGee moved away.
McGee takes one to the side of the head.
McGuire dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on McGee. That did some damage!
McGee throws a leg kick but McGuire sees it coming and moves out of range. #CL2#
McGuire forces McGee back against the cage and clinches.
McGee lands an elbow inside that McGuire shrugs off.
McGee lands an elbow inside that McGuire shrugs off.
McGee has McGuire pressed against the cage, preventing McGuire from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
McGuire wants to break free but McGee has control. #T4#
McGee throws an elbow but it misses.
McGuire avoids a wild elbow strike from McGee.
McGee throws an elbow that misses.
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!
McGee misses with an elbow strike.
McGuire takes an elbow to the temple.
McGuire tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
McGuire lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down McGee.
McGee lands a nice elbow.
McGuire dodges an elbow strike from McGee.
McGuire on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
McGuire misses with a hook to the ribs.
McGuire tries to throw a body punch but McGee avoids it by throwing McGuire back against the cage.
A left hand lands to the body for McGuire.
McGuire tried to land a shot to the body but connects with McGee's elbow.
McGuire tries to throw a body punch but McGee avoids it by throwing McGuire back against the cage.
McGuire misses with a punch to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Mike McGuire.
I think McGuire 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 Tiny Johnson scores the fight 29:28
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 29:29
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:29

The fight is ruled a majority draw!

Event: Ascension 0610
Date: Jun 10, 2017

#R1#
McGuire fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Carroll looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
McGuire stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Carroll tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and McGuire is able to avoid easily.
McGuire slips a straight right by Carroll.
McGuire slips a straight right by Carroll.
McGuire dodges the punch combination from Carroll.
McGuire connects with a solid leg kick.
McGuire takes a kick to the side of the head.#CUT#
It looks like Mike McGuire has been cut.
Carroll avoids a kick to the body.
Carroll takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Carroll has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Russian Bears Elite Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Carroll, as that shot connected.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Carroll throws a jab but it's blocked by McGuire.
McGuire misses with a hook. Carroll ducked under it nicely. #CL2#
McGuire closes the distance and clinches. #BC#
Carroll breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL#
Carroll darts in and clinches McGuire up against the cage.#T1#
McGuire misses with a shot to the kidneys.
McGuire can't find room to land a body shot as Carroll controls the action.
McGuire tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A right hand to the body from McGuire.
McGuire is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
McGuire lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Carroll.
Carroll throws a blind hook that connects with the side of McGuires head.
McGuire goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #BC2#
McGuire escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Andy Carroll is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Carroll blocks a head kick by McGuire.
Carroll is looking for a counter combo.
McGuire goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
McGuire lands with a good body shot.
McGuire bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
McGuire defending well as Carroll loads up on a big left hand.
Carroll tries to land a leg kick but McGuire saw it coming and moves away.
McGuire is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
McGuire avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
McGuire throws a nice inside leg kick. #T2#
McGuire throws a shot to the body.
McGuire keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Carroll.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Carroll ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McGuire moves away.
McGuire jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Carroll throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
McGuire cracks Carroll with an open hand slap.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from McGuire, right into the meat.
Carroll throws a leg kick that misses.
McGuire works Carroll's body with a nice hook.
Carroll tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McGuire was well out of range. Poor timing from Carroll.
Carroll pulls out of a head kick attempt.
McGuire looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
McGuire misses with a takedown attempt
and Carroll counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Carroll misses with a leg kick.
Carroll uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McGuire.
McGuire ducks right into an uppercut from Carroll.
McGuire keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Carroll.
McGuire drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Carroll defends it well.#T3#
McGuire lands with an overhand left.
McGuire fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Carroll throws a right hand that misses
and McGuire counters with a body kick.
Carroll jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Carroll keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A quick step to the side and Carroll tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
A slow jab from Carroll misses its intended target.
McGuire fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Carroll manages to avoid it.
Carroll lands a nice looking body shot.
Carroll throws a jab but it's blocked by McGuire.
McGuire is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Carroll rather than just go for the knockout.
McGuire wants to clinch up but Carroll keeps it at a distance.
McGuire lands with a nice body kick.
McGuire uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Carroll has time to react.
Carroll slips under a jab.
Carroll moves out of range of the body kick.
Carroll throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
And McGuire tries to counter it with a takedown but Carroll pushes his down on his head and steps out.#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
The fight stays on the outside here - McGuire looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
McGuire feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Carroll's calf.
Carroll misses the shot to the body.
Carroll blocks a low kick nicely.
McGuire lands with a nice body punch.
Carroll dips to his left and cracks McGuire with an uppercut!
Carroll looks to throw the jab but McGuire is out of range.
McGuire moves out of range as Carroll strikes.
McGuire tries to counter by closing the distance.
McGuire takes a swing at Carroll's ribcage but misses.
Carroll throwing a counter right hand but McGuire manages to avoid it.
McGuire misses with a body punch
and Carroll counters with a good low kick that McGuire was not able to check. #CL2#
McGuire closes the distance and clinches.
Carroll tries to break free but McGuire pushes him back against the cage.#BC#
Carroll breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Carroll gets off balance looking for a body kick#TD2#
and McGuire counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #ES#
Carroll makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mike McGuire dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Mike McGuire's cut.
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#
McGuire checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Carroll lands with an overhand left.
Carroll scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Nice body kick from McGuire.
Carroll cracks McGuire with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#TD2#
McGuire feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
McGuire 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!
McGuire engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Carroll is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
McGuire throws a big elbow that misses. #T1#
Carroll can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as McGuire controls the pace.
McGuire landing with the ground and pound.
Carroll looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
McGuire throws a strike but Carroll rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
McGuire has a closed guard, preventing Carroll from standing up.
McGuire looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Carroll got a little sloppy there for a moment and McGuire has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Carroll has managed to get both his arms back between McGuire's legs - danger averted.
Carroll controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T2#
McGuire is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Carroll won't allow McGuire to sweep him here.
Carroll's corner is telling him to maintain position.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
McGuire ducks under a wild hook from Carroll.
McGuire takes a swing at Carroll's ribcage but misses.
McGuire throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Carroll.
Carroll is looking to counter punch.
A swing and a miss from McGuire.
Carroll moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
McGuire bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Carroll throws a hook but McGuire avoids it easily.#T3#
McGuire connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Carroll looks to land a left hand but McGuire moved out of range nicely.
McGuire lands a nice looking body shot.
Carroll keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Carroll misses with a head kick.
And McGuire responds with a good body kick, but Carroll manages to step out the way in time.
McGuire cracks Carroll with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
McGuire blocks a jab.
McGuire connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
McGuire takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
McGuire lands a jab to the head.
Carroll throws a hook but McGuire blocks it.
Carroll tries a head kick but it misses.
Carroll misses with a double jab
and McGuire finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McGuire is looking to score with low kicks.#T4#
McGuire uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Carroll.
McGuire follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
A slow jab from Carroll misses its intended target.
McGuire with the counter takedown but Carroll avoids it easily.
Carroll misses with an attempted mid kick.
McGuire lands a nice looking body kick.
McGuire buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
McGuire with a nice cross.
Carroll takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Carroll avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Carroll rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but McGuire moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
McGuire changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
McGuire lands with a hook. Carroll tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Carroll slips under a jab.#CL2#
McGuire closes the distance and clinches.
The referee calls for Carroll to work.
Carroll scores with a shot to the side of McGuire's head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Mike McGuire will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Mike McGuire's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
McGuire throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Carroll stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
McGuire throws a head kick that misses.
Carroll takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
The fight stays on the outside here - McGuire looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Carroll tries to clinch up but McGuire circles away and keeps his distance.
McGuire explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Carroll throws the left hand but McGuire avoids the punch easily.
McGuire listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
McGuire misses with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGuire throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
An attempted straight right counter from Carroll misses the target.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
McGuire lands with a good body shot.
Carroll misses with a hook
and McGuire counters with a lovely shot to the body.
McGuire wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Nice takedown defense from Carroll. No joy for McGuire on that attempt. #T1#
Jab, jab by McGuire - just one landing.
Carroll is looking to clinch.
McGuire dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Carroll. That did some damage!
McGuire throws a wild body kick that Carroll sees coming a mile off.#TD2#
McGuire shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Carroll napping and manages to drive through into side control!#ROC2#
Carroll is rocked!
McGuire is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Carroll will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
McGuire throws an elbow but Carroll slips to the side and avoids it well.
Both fighters take a look at the clock.
McGuire working the head with strikes.
Andy Carroll has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
McGuire throwing strikes but Carroll manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McGuire is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SU#
Carroll has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Carroll loads up on a big right hand but McGuire slips the punch.#CL2#
McGuire gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Carroll has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Carroll is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but McGuire is keeping busy.
Carroll doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
McGuire pushes Carroll back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
McGuire is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Carroll is defending well.
Carroll looking to stall. #T3##BC#
Carroll escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Carroll throws out a loose jab but McGuire uses good head movement to avoid it.
Carroll scores with a sloppy right hand. McGuire should have avoided that one.
McGuire lands a jab to Carroll's midsection.
McGuire cracks Carroll with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
McGuire fakes the leg kick and cracks Carroll in the body.
McGuire comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Mike McGuire is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
McGuire takes a swing at Carroll's ribcage but misses.
McGuire on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
A solid leg kick lands there for McGuire.
McGuire lands a head kick!
Oh Carroll is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Carroll tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and McGuire is able to avoid easily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Carroll throws a leg kick that is checked
and McGuire counters with a nice body kick.
McGuire scores with a jab to the body.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Carroll crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from McGuire - the referee stops the clock and Carroll gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says McGuire. Carroll manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.#T4#
McGuire fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Carroll seems to have got his legs back now.
McGuire throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A nice leg kick lands there from McGuire.
Carroll tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Carroll swings widly with a right hand
letting McGuire counter with a right hand. #CL2#
Carroll tries to keep at a distance but McGuire has taken the fight into the clinch.
Carroll lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of McGuire backwards.
McGuire misses with a shot to the kidneys.
McGuire scores with an uppercut up the middle.
McGuire lands an uppercut.
Carroll doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
McGuire blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Carroll swings wildly with an uppercut but McGuire uses good head movement to avoid it.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, McGuire creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mike McGuire!
Mike McGuire took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Aspire Clothing for their support in the buildup to the fight.

Event: Ascension 0513
Date: May 13, 2017

#R1#
McGuire misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hanak.
A thudding body kick lands there by Hanak!
McGuire uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Hanak.
Hanak walks into a jab.
Hanak stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from McGuire.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Hanak, right into the meat.
McGuire swings and misses with a hook to the body.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! McGuire crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Hanak - the referee stops the clock and McGuire gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Hanak. McGuire manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
McGuire shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Hanak but Hanak pushes him off and we're back to square one.
McGuire misses with a low kick as Hanak jumps back.
Hanak throws a big shot that misses.
McGuire looking to land some kicks to the body here. #CL#
McGuire closes the distance and pushes Hanak back into the cage.
Hanak throws a blind hook that connects with the side of McGuires head.
McGuire blocks a body shot from Hanak.
McGuire throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
McGuire swings wildly with an uppercut but Hanak uses good head movement to avoid it.
McGuire cracks Hanak with a nice body shot.
McGuire goes for a takedown in the clinch but Hanak prevents it. #T1#
McGuire gets through Hanak's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
McGuire has Hanak pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Hanak manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mike McGuire. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hanak misses with a hook to the ribs.
McGuire tries to work over Hanak's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Hanak lands a left hand that snaps the head of McGuire backwards.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Hanak creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
McGuire working aggressively here.
Hanak misses with a hook to the ribs.
McGuire blocking some punches.
McGuire lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Hanak backwards.
A head punch on the inside from McGuire fails to land.
McGuire lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Hanak takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Hanak lands with a left to the head.
Hanak blocking some punches.
McGuire drops down looking for an ankle pick but Hanak pulls his leg out and moves away.
Lukas Hanak seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McGuire just misses with a punch to the body.
Hanak chopping away at his opponent's legs.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hanak connects with a leg kick. McGuire looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. #T2#
Hanak lunges at McGuire with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by McGuire's hand.
McGuire buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
A jab from Hanak finds it's way through McGuire's defenses.
Hanak uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from McGuire.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Hanak lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and McGuire has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from McGuire and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
McGuire misses with a looping left.
McGuire paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
A clash of legs there as McGuire blocks the low kick.
Hanak tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but McGuire paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Hanak tries to close the distance and clinch but McGuire swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Hanak wants to clinch.
Hanak ducks under a wild hook from McGuire.
Hanak scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
McGuire misses with a looping left.
Hanak lets loose with a powerful body kick. McGuire will feel that in the morning.
McGuire throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #T3#
Hanak thows a body kick. McGuire tries to catch it but that hurt him.
McGuire takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Hanak fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McGuire manages to avoid it.
Lukas Hanak is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
McGuire misses with a wild body shot.
Hanak misses with a straight left.
Hanak fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but McGuire is out of range.
McGuire wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Hanak uses good head movement to avoid the hook from McGuire.
McGuire scores with a crisp jab that stopped Hanak in his tracks.
McGuire is trying hard to land a takedown here. Hanak sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
McGuire takes a swing at Hanak's ribcage but misses.
Hanak swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
McGuire throws a leg kick but Hanak sees it coming and moves out of range.
We've been told by McGuire's head coaches at River's Edge Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
McGuire shoots for a takedown but Hanak saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
McGuire keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hanak throws a wild body kick that McGuire sees coming a mile off.
Nice body kick from Hanak.
Hanak throws a low kick but McGuire moves out of range easily.
McGuire pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Hanak back to the cage. McGuire follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hanak tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
McGuire connects with a nice looking jab. #T4#
An inside leg kick from McGuire misses.
McGuire ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hanak moves away.
Hanak lands with an uppercut that bounces McGuire off the cage and back into range.
McGuire tries to land a leg kick but Hanak saw it coming and moves away.
Hanak fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt McGuire.
Hanak waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract McGuire.
Good standup being displayed there by McGuire as he connects with a hook.
Hanak throws a shot to the body. #CL2#
Hanak rushes McGuire and presses him up against the cage.
McGuire trying to stall but Hanak improves his position.
McGuire looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
McGuire lands a hook to the side of the head.
Hanak scores with an uppercut up the middle.
McGuire tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Hanak misses with a hook from the clinch.
McGuire blocks a punch to the side of the head.
McGuire takes a shot to the head.
McGuire misses with the head strike.
Hanak misses with a body punch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Lukas Hanak will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
A head kick misses from McGuire.
McGuire uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Hanak.
McGuire takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
McGuire is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Hanak. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.#CL#
McGuire forces Hanak back against the cage and clinches.
A left hand lands to the body for Hanak.
Lukas Hanak seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
McGuire looking to slow down the pace here.
McGuire misses with an elbow over the top.
Nice body punch from Hanak.
McGuire blocks a body shot from Hanak.
McGuire misses with a hook to the ribs.
Hanak misses with a shot to the kidneys.
McGuire wants to get back to striking at distance but Hanak won't allow it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hanak lands an uppercut.
Hanak gets through McGuire's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Hanak throws a blind hook that connects with the side of McGuires head. #BC#
McGuire's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
McGuire connects with a leg kick. Hanak looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McGuire on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Hanak. Hanak obviously looking to wear him down.
McGuire will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.#T1#
McGuire pivots, looking for a leg kick but Hanak is out of range and McGuire settles back down.
McGuire throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Hanak with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Hanak is looking to slow McGuire down with leg kicks.
Hanak tried to score with a low kick but McGuire checks it.
McGuire drops down looking for a counter takedown but Hanak sprawls and moves away.
McGuire buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Hanak avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Hanak catches McGuire with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
McGuire ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
McGuire tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Hanak lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Lukas Hanak seems to be getting the better of the standup.
McGuire swings for the body but Hanak moves out of range.
Hanak throws a leg kick but McGuire moved away.
A solid leg kick lands there for Hanak.
Hanak walks into a stiff left hand from McGuire.
McGuire tries to land a leg kick but Hanak saw it coming and moves away.
Hanak staying out of range there.
McGuire tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Hanak swivels and escapes.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hanak chopping away at his opponent's legs. #T2#
A swing and a miss from Hanak.
Hanak connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
A telegraphed right hand from Hanak misses the target.
McGuire tries to counter with a takedown but Hanak is quick to defend against it.
A low kick from Hanak misses
and McGuire counters with a body kick that stops Hanak in his tracks momentarily.
McGuire is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
McGuire throws out a loose jab but Hanak uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hanak takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
A swing and a miss from McGuire.
The fight stays on the outside here - Hanak looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Hanak walks into a straight right hand from McGuire.
McGuire blocks the body kick.
McGuire throws a quick counter kick to the body but Hanak avoids it.
Hanak lands a nice shot that snaps McGuire's head back.
Hanak misses with a low kick.
Hanak keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hanak is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by McGuire.
McGuire gets cracked there but stands up to it. #T3#
Hanak fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Hanak tries to clinch up.
Hanak throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McGuire wants to clinch.
Nice body punch from McGuire.
Hanak takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
McGuire throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Hanak throws an ugly left hook that misses #TD#
and McGuire counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
McGuire trying to control from half guard but Hanak is working away.
McGuire throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McGuire is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #T4#
McGuire is keen to just control but Hanak is a slippery customer.
Hanak is looking to escape.
Hanak is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
McGuire thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
McGuire is looking to stall here but Hanak recovers full guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells McGuire's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
McGuire postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Lukas Hanak will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R3#
McGuire checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
A chopping leg kick lands by Hanak.
Hanak buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick. #CL#
McGuire takes the fight into the clinch.
McGuire misses with a hook to the ribs.
McGuire tries to throw a body punch but Hanak avoids it by throwing McGuire back against the cage.
McGuire tries to work over Hanak's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
McGuire has a couple of punches blocked by Hanak.
Hanak lands a left hand.
Hanak lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Hanak is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
McGuire swings wildly with an uppercut but Hanak uses good head movement to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGuire misses with a hook to the ribs.
McGuire tries to work over Hanak's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Hanak is working McGuire over against the cage.
McGuire lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Hanak misses with some punches. #T1#
Hanak lands a right hand.
A short left from McGuire.
McGuire misses with a body punch.
Hanak tries to throw a body punch but McGuire avoids it by throwing Hanak back against the cage.
Hanak lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Hanak.
A head punch on the inside from McGuire fails to land.
Hanak is trying to maintain a safe position but McGuire gets an underhook and turns Hanak into the cage.
McGuire doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #BC#
McGuire pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Hanak uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McGuire.
McGuire pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
McGuire sizes up Hanak with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Hanak cracks the inside of McGuire's front leg.
McGuire looks to land a body kick but Hanak moved away.
A clash of legs there as Hanak blocks the low kick.
Hanak jabs at McGuire's body.
Hanak is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hanak lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#T2#
Hanak throws a leg kick
and McGuire counters with a slapping leg kick.
Hanak lands with a kick to the ribs.
Hanak misses with an uppercut.
McGuire feinted with a counter takedown.
Hanak thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on McGuire if he has to take too many more of those.
Both fighters circling a little - Hanak finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
McGuire misses with a straight right.
McGuire walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Hanak checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
A jab from Hanak does it's job there.
Hanak scores with a jab. McGuire acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Hanak misses with a few strikes there.
Hanak lands a jab.
Hanak tries to clinch but McGuire is having none of it.
Hanak is looking to chop away at McGuire's legs.
McGuire closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Hanak throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Hanak has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Hanak connects with a leg kick. McGuire looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. #T3#
Hanak throws a wild body kick that McGuire sees coming a mile off.
McGuire gets cracked there but stands up to it.
McGuire scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
McGuire swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hanak connects with a body shot that sends McGuire's belly button to the back.
McGuire scores with a jab to the body.
Hanak steps to the side to avoid the strikes from McGuire.
McGuire swinging wildly here.
Hanak changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Hanak just misses with a punch to the body.
McGuire pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Hanak feints and then cracks McGuire's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow McGuire down.
Hanak throws out a powerful jab.
Hanak swings away with a body shot that misses #CL#
and McGuire counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
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!
McGuire misses with a punch on the inside. #T4#
McGuire tries to work over Hanak's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Hanak misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Hanak lands an uppercut.#CUT2#
It looks like Mike McGuire has been cut.
Hanak swings away with an uppercut that misses.
McGuire struggles to land a body shot inside as Hanak controls his hands.
Hanak lands with a short shot to the head.
Hanak lands with a right to the head.
Hanak misses with a punch to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Hanak fails to land.
Hanak lands a nice uppercut.
McGuire doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Hanak tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
McGuire scores with a shot to the side of Hanak's head.
Hanak tries to stall but McGuire uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
McGuire misses with a body punch.
McGuire struggles to land a body shot inside as Hanak controls his hands.
Hanak blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
McGuire gets through Hanak's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
McGuire goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lukas Hanak really dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Mike McGuire's cut.
That's time! McGuire's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R4#
Nice uppercut lands for Hanak. That snapped McGuire's head back.
McGuire swats away the attempt to clinch by Hanak.
McGuire throws a shot from downtown. Hanak moves away and avoids it.
Hanak pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Hanak throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
It looked like McGuire wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
McGuire misses with a wild body shot.
McGuire tries to clinch up but Hanak circles away and keeps his distance.
Hanak misses with a leg kick
and McGuire counters with a good, hard body kick but Hanak shrugs it off.
Hanak wants to slow McGuire down by chopping away at his legs.
McGuire feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Hanak connects with a right hand. McGuire shakes it off.
Hanak chopping away at his opponent's legs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGuire misses with a looping right.
McGuire swings for the body but Hanak moves out of range.
Hanak tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
McGuire misses with a double jab.
Hanak waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract McGuire.
McGuire attempts a counter takedown but Hanak avoids it well and moves away.
Hanak thuds his right hand into McGuire's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#T1#
Hanak throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Good exchange - Hanak coming out on top.
Hanak thows a leg kick but McGuire checks it #TD#
and McGuire counters with a nice double leg into side control. Hanak won't be happy with that.
McGuire throws an elbow but Hanak slips to the side and avoids it well.
The strikes coming from McGuire are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
McGuire misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
McGuire trying to control the position but Hanak is working away.
McGuire connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Hanak some visible discomfort.
McGuire wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hanak keeps working. #T2#
McGuire sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Hanak is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Hanak taking a bit of punishment here - McGuire scoring with strikes.
McGuire looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Hanak is avoiding damage well.
McGuire cracks Hanak with a big elbow.
McGuire fails to land a wild elbow strike.
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!
McGuire controlling the position.
Hanak tries to escape but McGuire is in control. #T3#
McGuire trying to control the action but Hanak is working from the bottom.
McGuire working the strikes but Hanak uses the opportunity to regain half guard.
Hanak avoiding damage under a succession of punches from McGuire.
McGuire wants to free his trapped foot but Hanak is holding on for dear life with his legs. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
No luck with that takedown attempt from McGuire.
McGuire connects with a solid leg kick. #CL2#
Hanak instigates a clinch.
McGuire tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hanak's elbow.
Hanak misses with a short punch on the inside.
Hanak goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Hanak misses with a short punch on the inside.
McGuire has Hanak pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Hanak manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Hanak stalls. #BC#
McGuire escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McGuire tries to land a front kick but Hanak steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
McGuire throws a jab when Hanak was well out of range.
The crowd cheers as Hanak lands an impressive looking overhand right. McGuire doesn't seem phased though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Mike McGuire will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Mike McGuire's cut.
That's time! McGuire's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R5#
Hanak takes a swing at McGuire's ribcage but misses.
The fight stays on the outside here - McGuire looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
McGuire throws a half hearted mid kick.
McGuire tries for a takedown but Hanak sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Hanak goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
McGuire throws a looping overhand right but Hanak ducks down to avoid it.
Hanak lands a nice leg kick that just misses McGuire's sensitive parts.
Hanak just misses with a punch to the body.
McGuire pivots, looking for a leg kick but Hanak is out of range and McGuire settles back down.
Hanak scores with a one two! McGuire had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Hanak with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hanak scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
McGuire lands a nice shot to the body.
Hanak tries to clinch but McGuire is having none of it.
McGuire throws a shot to the body.
McGuire steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hanak.#T1#
McGuire takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
A counter left hand to the body from McGuire misses its target.
Hanak misses with a low kick.
Hanak keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from McGuire.
Hanak scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
McGuire throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hanak tries to counter by closing the distance.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Hanak, right into the meat.
McGuire tries to land a leg kick but Hanak saw it coming and moves away.
Some wild striking there from McGuire.
McGuire looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Crunch! Hanak slams his shin into McGuire's torso.
Hanak misses the shot to the body.
McGuire tries to counter with a takedown but Hanak is quick to defend against it.
A decent looking cross lands there for Hanak.
McGuire misses the body punch
and Hanak counters with a nice kick to the body.
Hanak throws a half hearted mid kick.
McGuire attempts a counter takedown but Hanak avoids it well and moves away.
Hanak misses with a hook. McGuire ducked under it nicely. #T2#
Hanak steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from McGuire. That one must have hurt.
Hanak tries to close the distance and clinch but McGuire swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Hanak lands with a straight right. McGuire didn't see that one coming.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hanak misses with a looping right.
Hanak lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
McGuire shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
McGuire steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Hanak. That one must have hurt.
McGuire throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Hanak steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from McGuire. That one must have hurt.
Hanak throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.#CL#
McGuire gets a clinch.
Hanak misses with a short punch on the inside.
McGuire tries to stall but Hanak uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
McGuire blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
McGuire misses with a punch to the body.
Hanak lands with a left to the head.
Hanak goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Mike McGuire has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lukas Hanak is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3#
Hanak blocks a punch to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for McGuire.
McGuire scores with a hook to the body.
McGuire drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Hanak gets the underhooks and prevents it.
McGuire stalling against the cage.
McGuire lands a nice shot to the body.
McGuire swings wildly with an uppercut but Hanak uses good head movement to avoid it. #T4#
McGuire tries a body shot but Hanak blocks it.
McGuire is stalling here.
McGuire doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #BC#
McGuire breaks the clinch.
McGuire throws a hook but Hanak avoids it easily.
Hanak fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt McGuire.
McGuire throws a half hearted mid kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Hanak. McGuire does a little dance to reset his feet.
A big right from McGuire misses.
Hanak cracks McGuire with a good jab.
McGuire looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
A nice inside leg kick there by Hanak. That's going to slow McGuire down.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 48:47
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 46:50
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 46:49

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Lukas Hanak!
Lukas Hanak is the new welterweight champion!
After winning the bout, Lukas Hanak thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: Ascension 0412
Date: Apr 12, 2017

#R1#
McGuire misses with a kick to the body.
McGuire throws a right hand that misses
and Thrul counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Thrul shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Thrul pivots, looking for a leg kick but McGuire is out of range and Thrul settles back down. #CL#
Thrul gets tackled into the cage by McGuire. McGuire maintains the clinch.
McGuire lands a hook that snaps the head of Thrul backwards.
Thrul digs a right hand into McGuire's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on McGuire's gas tank.
Nice body punch from McGuire - that landed with a thud.
McGuire stalling against the cage. #TD#
McGuire tightens his grip and picks Thrul up, before dumping him to the ground. Thrul manages to land in guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells McGuire's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Thrul is trying to control the position from the bottom.
We've been hearing good reports from McGuire's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#SUB2#
Thrul has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but McGuire can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McGuire is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T1#
McGuire is in close to Thrul's body, working some short punches and elbows.
McGuire stopping the sweep attempt from Thrul.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Thrul looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
McGuire with a nice head shot there.
Thrul wants to sweep here but McGuire controlling him for the moment.
McGuire slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Thrul keeping moving, preventing McGuire from controlling successfully.
Thrul has momentary wrist control but McGuire slips an elbow through the middle.
Thrul pulls McGuire in close to prevent any damage.
McGuire postures up in Thrul's guard and throws a big left but Thrul blocks it.
McGuire wants to control from the top but Thrul keeps moving.
Thrul looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
McGuire postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Thrul is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T3#
McGuire keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Thrul's head.#SUB2#
Thrul working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. McGuire doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. McGuire manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Thrul working a defensive guard here.
McGuire controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
McGuire working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as McGuire accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Thrul punching to the body, from the bottom.
Thrul can't keep his opponent in guard - McGuire advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Thrul wants to get back to full guard.#T4#
Thrul is staying active underneath McGuire, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
McGuire working Thrul over with strikes.
McGuire looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
McGuire is controlling the pace.
Thrul punching from the bottom.
McGuire not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Thrul is trying to get back to full guard.
Thrul on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mike McGuire dominated that round.
That's time! McGuire's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Thrul tries a low kick but McGuire avoids it.
McGuire throws a leg kick that is checked
letting Thrul counter with a right hand.
McGuire looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
McGuire defending well as Thrul loads up on a big left hand.
Thrul swats away the attempt to clinch by McGuire.
Nice sprawl there from Thrul as McGuire shoots in.
McGuire misses with an uppercut. Thrul saw that one coming.
Thrul only half commits to the counter leg kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Thrul. That's going to slow McGuire down.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGuire misses with a wild combination. #CL#
McGuire gets a clinch. #T1#
Thrul lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt McGuire or not.
McGuire blocks an uppercut.
Thrul wants a takedown but no success here.
Thrul swings away with an uppercut that misses.
McGuire working aggressively here.
Thrul swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Thrul is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Thrul on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body. #TD2#
Thrul tightens his grip and picks McGuire up, before dumping him to the ground. McGuire manages to land in guard. #SUB#
McGuire working for a triangle but Thrul defends it easily.
Thrul stands up over McGuire, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
McGuire looking to hit a scissor sweep but Thrul is one step ahead there. #T2#
McGuire trying to keep a closed guard but Thrul is proving a slippery customer.
McGuire looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Thrul wants to control from the top but McGuire keeps moving.
Thrul being controlled here momentarily. #T3#
Thrul trying to control but McGuire is working from the bottom.
McGuire pulls Thrul in close to prevent any damage. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
McGuire bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
McGuire tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
McGuire ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Thrul moves away.
McGuire thuds a left hand into Thrul's body.
Good leg kick by Thrul there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
McGuire ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Thrul moves away.
Thrul avoids the body shot from McGuire. #T4#
McGuire shoots in looking for a takedown. Thrul tries to sprawl out of it but McGuire keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Thrul manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mike McGuire. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Thrul throws a solid leg kick but McGuire takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Thrul.
McGuire misses with a hook #TD2#
and Thrul counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
McGuire is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Thrul scores with a couple of nice shots.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McGuire wants to get back to full guard but Thrul has mounted him!
McGuire is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Thrul punishing his opponent with strikes.
Thrul looking to control but McGuire is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
McGuire slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Aznar Thrul showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
A head kick misses from Thrul.
McGuire throws a leg kick that is checked
and Thrul counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
McGuire wants to clinch up but Thrul keeps it at a distance.
A little jabbing left from Thrul on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Thrul misses the jab.
McGuire changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
McGuire avoids the head kick by Thrul.
Thrul takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
McGuire ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Thrul moves away.
Thrul is looking for the big counter here.
A nice leg kick lands there from McGuire.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGuire scores with a jab. Thrul acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Thrul moves to clinch but McGuire breaks away
letting McGuire counter with a right hand.
Thrul will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #T1#
Thrul scoring well with a low kick there.
McGuire catches Thrul with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
McGuire stuffs the takedown.
The fighters circle momentarily. McGuire darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
An inside leg kick lands from Thrul. #TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by McGuire.
McGuire grinds an elbow into Thrul's temple.
McGuire grinds an elbow into Thrul's temple.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McGuire lands an elbow. #T2#
McGuire works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Thrul tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but McGuire wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
McGuire just content to control the position.
You can see the frustration on Thrul's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Thrul regains half guard there - taking advantage of McGuire's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
McGuire prevents Thrul from improving his position.#T3#
McGuire working over Thrul with some ground and pound. Thrul looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Thrul wants to control but McGuire is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Thrul is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of McGuire's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take McGuire's back!
Thrul lands with a couple of good shots - one to the side of the head and one questionable shot that could be viewed as to the back of the head but the referee lets it go.
Mike McGuire overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Thrul is hanging on to McGuire's back as he tries to escape.
Thrul not allowing McGuire to control his hands.
Thrul doesn't have the hooks in and McGuire manages to turn into his guard.
Thrul 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.
McGuire pushing down on Thrul's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T4#
Thrul wants to get back to full guard.
Thrul tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land. #SUB2#
Thrul looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Thrul trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but McGuire manages to pass to mount!
McGuire working away from the top, dropping strikes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McGuire prevents Thrul from getting the reversal.
McGuire is landing with some decent strikes but Thrul is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
McGuire is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Thrul can do to turn this around?
Thrul is looking to get to half guard.
McGuire raining down hammerfists from mount.

And that's the end of the fight!
Mike McGuire showed his dominance in that final round.
Well McGuire 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 William Gold scores the fight 29:28
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 29:28
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mike McGuire!
Mike McGuire very nearly forgot to thank Aspire 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.

Event: Ascension 0318
Date: Mar 18, 2017

#R1#
McGuire ducks under a wild hook from DeVanzo.
A swing and a miss from DeVanzo.
McGuire lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
McGuire takes a swing at DeVanzo's ribcage but misses.
A nice inside leg kick there by McGuire. That's going to slow DeVanzo down.
A bone on bone clash there as DeVanzo blocks the leg kick.
McGuire throws a head kick that misses.
Both fighters circling a little - McGuire finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
McGuire misses with a leg kick
and DeVanzo counters with a lovely straight right hand!
DeVanzo stuffs the takedown attempt from McGuire. McGuire gets slowly back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice defenses there by DeVanzo.
McGuire throws a right hand that misses
and DeVanzo counters with a leg kick.
McGuire is looking to land body kicks.
McGuire lands a glancing blow to the side of DeVanzo's head.#T1#
McGuire misses with a looping left.
DeVanzo loads up on a big right hand but McGuire slips the punch.
McGuire fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
DeVanzo is looking to chop away at McGuire's legs.
McGuire tries to clinch up.
Artie DeVanzo is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
McGuire bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps DeVanzo's head backwards.
DeVanzo displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as McGuire throws out the jab.
DeVanzo scores with a nice head shot.
DeVanzo will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
DeVanzo throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
McGuire steps to the side to avoid the strikes from DeVanzo.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from DeVanzo. McGuire shrugs it off though.
McGuire motions for DeVanzo to come forward. McGuire throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. #T2#
McGuire shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as DeVanzo sprawls well. DeVanzo wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. McGuire gets slowly back to his feet.
DeVanzo throws out a powerful jab.
McGuire scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
DeVanzo avoids the body shot from McGuire.
DeVanzo blocks the body kick.
McGuire ducks down and throws a hook to the body but DeVanzo moves away.
An attempted straight right counter from DeVanzo misses the target.
McGuire misses with a double jab.
McGuire throws a body kick that misses
and DeVanzo counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
McGuire throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
DeVanzo ducks under a wild hook from McGuire.#T3#
McGuire misses with a wild body shot.
DeVanzo on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
McGuire uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from DeVanzo.
McGuire goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
McGuire misses with a left hand
and DeVanzo counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
DeVanzo looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
McGuire swings away with a leg kick that misses.
McGuire's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and McGuire duly obliges.
McGuire swings away with a body shot that misses
and DeVanzo counters with a lovely straight right hand!
DeVanzo turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#TD2#
McGuire shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in DeVanzo's guard.
My spies in River's Edge Gym inform me that McGuire has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McGuire looking to sit in guard and control but DeVanzo gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
DeVanzo is looking to work some ground and pound but McGuire has wrist control.#T4#
McGuire pulls DeVanzo in close to prevent any damage.
McGuire trying to control the position. #SUB2#
McGuire has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. DeVanzo is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for McGuire.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
DeVanzo cracks McGuire with a big right hand but McGuire just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
DeVanzo scoring with punches from side control.
McGuire is 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 Mike McGuire 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#
DeVanzo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
DeVanzo throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A swing and a miss from McGuire.
McGuire ducks down and throws a hook to the body but DeVanzo moves away.
McGuire's corner calls for a 1-2. McGuire obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Mike McGuire seems to be getting the better of the standup.
McGuire avoids the body shot from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo avoids the body shot from McGuire.
McGuire with a lazy takedown attempt
and DeVanzo counters with a nice body shot.
McGuire tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
McGuire ducks under a wild hook from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DeVanzo looks for the body kick but McGuire saw that one coming.
McGuire throws a jab but it's blocked by DeVanzo.
Nice uppercut there from DeVanzo.#CUT#
It looks like Mike McGuire has been cut.
DeVanzo lands a nice looking body shot. #T1#
McGuire explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
McGuire on the wrong end of a nice jab.
DeVanzo connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Mike McGuire seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McGuire shoots and misses
and DeVanzo makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
McGuire steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from DeVanzo. That one must have hurt.
DeVanzo fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
DeVanzo misses with a looping left.
DeVanzo takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
McGuire throws a poor cross that misses
and DeVanzo cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
McGuire ducks under a wild hook from DeVanzo.
McGuire tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
DeVanzo slips a straight right by McGuire.
McGuire tries to work over DeVanzo's front leg with a kick but DeVanzo checks it. #T2#
McGuire misses with a hook to the body
and DeVanzo counters with a nice body shot.
McGuire with a jab.
A left lands for DeVanzo.
DeVanzo lands a nice shot to the body.
McGuire throws a head kick that misses.
DeVanzo closes the distance and lands a one-two.#ROC#
McGuire is rocked!
McGuire uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from DeVanzo.
McGuire takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
McGuire misses with a combination
and DeVanzo counters with a stiff right hand.
McGuire fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Artie DeVanzo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mike McGuire.
DeVanzo avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #T3#
McGuire tries to close the distance and clinch up but DeVanzo swats him away and circles back towards the center.
McGuire tries to land a front kick but DeVanzo steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
An attempted straight right counter from DeVanzo misses the target.
McGuire throws a right hand that misses
letting DeVanzo counter with a right hand.
A telegraphed right hand from McGuire misses the target.
McGuire slips a jab and a cross from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo digs a good hook to McGuire's body.
DeVanzo connects with a right hand. McGuire shakes it off.
McGuire is still on wobbly legs! Can DeVanzo finish him?
McGuire uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
DeVanzo cracks McGuire with a hook to the temple - McGuire is on wobbly legs here! DeVanzo swarms him with hook after hook, landing with each one! McGuire falls to the canvas face first and the referee dives in to stop the fight! DeVanzo wins by TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:47 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Artie DeVanzo!
Artie DeVanzo seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: GKNY 118 - Man vs Funk II
Date: Feb 25, 2017

#R1#
Cooper bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Cooper throws out a loose jab but McGuire uses good head movement to avoid it.
McGuire is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Cooper moves out of range of the body kick.
Cooper throws a push kick but McGuire slaps the foot to one side.
McGuire changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Cooper tries to avoid it but McGuire manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Cooper to the ground. Cooper escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Cooper thows a leg kick but McGuire checks it
and McGuire cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
McGuire takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Cooper throws a hook but McGuire avoids it easily.
Vincent Cooper seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McGuire checks a leg kick.
Cooper throws an uppercut from half a mile away. McGuire sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Jab by McGuire.
Cooper moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Cooper lands a nice looking body kick.
Cooper has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Whirl's Old School Boxing Club in the buildup to the fight.
Cooper bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
McGuire stuns Cooper with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
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!
Cooper misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Cooper misses with a hook
and McGuire counters with a straight right hand.
Cooper throws a body punch but McGuire moves out of range.
McGuire takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
McGuire feints a counter leg kick.
Cooper throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.#T1#
Cooper sizes up McGuire with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from McGuire lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Cooper has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Cooper and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
McGuire with a nice cross.
Cooper looks to land a left hand but McGuire moved out of range nicely.
Cooper throws a wild body kick that McGuire sees coming a mile off.
McGuire swings for the body but Cooper moves out of range.
McGuire slips under a jab.
McGuire misses with a jab, cross combination.
Cooper throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
McGuire misses the jab.
Cooper walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. McGuire checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
A nice leg kick lands there from Cooper.
Cooper misses with a leg kick
and McGuire counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Cooper ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
McGuire lands with a nice body punch.
McGuire connects with a good right hand that stumbles Cooper. Cooper circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McGuire fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Cooper has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#T2#
Cooper feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to McGuire's calf.
McGuire throws out a loose jab but Cooper uses good head movement to avoid it.
A slapping leg kick lands for Cooper.
A slapping leg kick lands for Cooper.
McGuire tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Cooper throws a good cross that connects.
McGuire lands with a right hand.
A bone on bone clash there as Cooper blocks the leg kick.
Cooper scores with a jab to the head.
McGuire takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
McGuire lands a nice leg kick that just misses Cooper's sensitive parts.
Cooper throws a big shot that misses.
McGuire throws a nice outside leg kick.
Cooper chopping away at his opponent's legs.
McGuire missing with a left hand there. Cooper was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Cooper checks a low kick from McGuire.
Nice uppercut there from McGuire.
Cooper fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#T3#
McGuire shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Cooper throws a looping overhand right but McGuire ducks down to avoid it.
McGuire counters with a body kick.
Cooper tests McGuire's chin there with a solid looking shot.
McGuire misses with a body kick.
The fighters circle momentarily. McGuire darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Cooper tries to land a front kick but McGuire steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
McGuire is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Cooper had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Cooper's jab looks to have found its range, popping McGuire under the eye.
Cooper darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Cooper throws a chopping leg kick but McGuire manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Cooper misses with a hook. McGuire ducked under it nicely.
McGuire tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Cooper lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Cooper fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McGuire manages to avoid it.
McGuire lands a nice leg kick that just misses Cooper's sensitive parts.
Cooper lands with a good body shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Cooper misses with a low kick as McGuire jumps back.
McGuire moves out of range of the body kick.
Cooper looks to land a left hand but McGuire moved out of range nicely.#T4#
McGuire lands a jab to the nose.
Cooper looks to throw the jab but McGuire is out of range.
McGuire thows a left - swing and a miss!
Cooper misses with a looping left.
Cooper throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McGuire walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Cooper checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
McGuire scores with a spinning back kick!
McGuire lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Cooper swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Cooper blocks a jab.
Cooper misses with a low kick as McGuire jumps back.
Cooper scores with a hook.
Cooper misses with a head kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A head kick misses from McGuire.
Nice defenses there by McGuire.
Cooper throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McGuire throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Cooper counters with a nice body kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Vincent Cooper will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
McGuire takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Cooper pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Cooper moves into range and connects with a jab.
McGuire scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
McGuire misses with an attempted mid kick.
McGuire throws a leg kick but Cooper sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Cooper misses with an uppercut. McGuire saw that one coming.
Cooper walks into a stiff left hand from McGuire.
Cooper throws a head kick that half lands.
McGuire fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Cooper checks it well.
McGuire connects with a jab.
Cooper throws a head kick but McGuire moves out of range.
Cooper throws a chopping leg kick but McGuire manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Cooper.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from McGuire, right into the meat.
McGuire throws a nice looking combination but Cooper bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
McGuire is looking to clinch. #T1#
Cooper lands a jab to McGuire's midsection.
Cooper tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and McGuire is able to avoid easily.
McGuire scores with the left hand. Cooper knows he should have avoided that one.
Cooper chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A nice inside leg kick there by McGuire. That's going to slow Cooper down.
Cooper tests McGuire's chin there with a solid looking shot.
McGuire lands a front kick.
McGuire shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Cooper as he avoids it easily.
McGuire looks to throw the jab but Cooper is out of range.
McGuire ducks under a wild hook from Cooper.
McGuire throws a leg kick but Cooper moved away.
McGuire takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Cooper connects with an inside leg kick.
Cooper changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Cooper throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
McGuire misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too. #T2#
Cooper moves forwards but McGuire connects with a nice, crisp jab.
McGuire slips a jab and a cross from Cooper.
Cooper misses with the body kick
letting McGuire counter with a right hand. #ROC2#
Cooper is rocked!
Cooper looks up at the clock. Bad move! McGuire lands a right hand from hell, dropping Cooper. McGuire pounces and finishes the fight with a flurry of punches and elbows.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:18 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mike McGuire!
Mike McGuire is the new welterweight champion!
Mike McGuire made sure to mention his sponsor, Urban Fighter in his post fight interview.

Event: GKNY 112 - Man vs Funk
Date: Jan 14, 2017

#R1#
Burnley checks the leg kick.
McGuire tries to clinch but Burnley moves out of range.
Adam Burnley seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Burnley scores with a body shot.
Burnley avoids the head kick by McGuire.
It seemed like Burnley was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
McGuire takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Nice defenses there by Burnley.
McGuire blocks a jab.
McGuire half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
McGuire scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Burnley misses with an uppercut. #CL#
McGuire moves into the clinch.
Burnley can't find room to land a body shot as McGuire controls the action.
McGuire tries to throw a body punch but Burnley avoids it by throwing McGuire back against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGuire is trying to maintain a safe position but Burnley gets an underhook and turns McGuire into the cage.
The referee calls for McGuire to work.
McGuire lands with a right to the head. #BC#
McGuire breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Burnley misses with a double jab.
Burnley misses with a straight left.
McGuire attempts a counter takedown but Burnley avoids it well and moves away.
Adam Burnley is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
McGuire just misses with a punch to the body.
Good exchange - Burnley coming out on top.
Burnley jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Burnley throws an uppercut from half a mile away. McGuire sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A jab from Burnley misses.
Burnley throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Burnley displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Burnley fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McGuire manages to avoid it.
Burnley loads up on a big right hand but McGuire slips the punch.
Burnley throws an uppercut from half a mile away. McGuire sees it coming and avoids it easily.
McGuire seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Burnley cracks McGuire with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
McGuire tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Burnley was well out of range. Poor timing from McGuire.
Burnley throws out a counter right but McGuire avoids it with no problem.
Burnley throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Burnley lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Burnley swings and misses with a hook to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
McGuire throws a body shot but no joy. #T2#
Burnley rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but McGuire moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Burnley ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McGuire moves away.
McGuire slips under a jab.
Burnley throws the left hand but McGuire avoids the punch easily.
McGuire with a nice cross.
Burnley jabs McGuire right on the nose. McGuire blinks but takes it well.
Burnley throws a body punch but McGuire moves out of range.
Nice takedown defense from Burnley. No joy for McGuire on that attempt.
A little jabbing left from Burnley on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Burnley throws an overhand right that lands on McGuire's shoulder, as McGuire tries to avoid the shot. #TD#
McGuire shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than McGuire was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
McGuire wants to lay and pray for a moment but Burnley keeps working.
McGuire cracks Burnley with an elbow. That is naaassty.#T3#
Burnley is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
McGuire landing a few strikes.
Burnley parries the strikes from McGuire easily there. McGuire is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Burnley to escape.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Burnley takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
McGuire in side control, throwing shots but Burnley defends.
McGuire working away.
McGuire 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#
Sloppy strikes there by McGuire.
McGuire is staying tight to Burnley's torso, preventing him from escaping.
McGuire sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Burnley is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
McGuire is trying to ground and pound but Burnley uses the momentary lack of control by McGuire to regain half guard.
McGuire not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
McGuire keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
McGuire wants to free his trapped foot but Burnley is holding on for dear life with his legs.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Adam Burnley dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Burnley lands a right hook to the body.
McGuire avoids the body shot from Burnley.
McGuire connects with a single shot there.
A shot to the liver by Burnley. Beautiful body shot.
Burnley lands a two punch combo.
Burnley lands a nice shot to the body.
McGuire ducks under a wild hook from Burnley.
McGuire lands with a nice body kick.
Burnley jabbing away but nothing is landing.
McGuire tries to counter with a takedown but Burnley is quick to defend against it.
Burnley keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McGuire takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Burnley tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McGuire was well out of range. Poor timing from Burnley.
Adam Burnley seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Burnley gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
A decent looking body kick lands there for McGuire.#T1#
McGuire throws a body punch but Burnley moves out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from McGuire. Burnley does a little dance to reset his feet.
Burnley throws a body shot but no joy.
McGuire takes a jab right on the kisser.
Burnley throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
McGuire ducks under a wild hook from Burnley.
McGuire attempts a counter takedown but Burnley avoids it well and moves away.
Burnley misses with a straight right.
McGuire misses with a body kick.
McGuire lands with a kick to the ribs.
Burnley on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
McGuire tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Burnley doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Burnley misses the jab.
McGuire throws a body shot but no joy.
McGuire shoots for a takedown but Burnley saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Burnley! But no joy.
McGuire steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Burnley.
An attempted straight right counter from McGuire misses the target.
Burnley misses with a hook.#T2#
McGuire showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Burnley.
Burnley misses with an uppercut #TD#
and McGuire counters with a single leg into guard. Burnley didn't expect that.
Burnley is looking to stand back up but McGuire counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Burnley.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
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!#REVB#
Burnley wants to control but McGuire passes into side.
Burnley is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
McGuire creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Burnley sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike. #T3#
McGuire looks up at the clock and then as Burnley takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, McGuire smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
You can see the frustration on Burnley's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
McGuire sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Burnley is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Burnley is not content to let McGuire control the position.
McGuire lands a few punches from side control.
Burnley is trying to get back to half guard.#T4#
McGuire is looking to take a break and control but Burnley is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
McGuire working the ground and pound but Burnley is defending the strikes.
Burnley is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on McGuire's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
McGuire throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
McGuire not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Mike McGuire overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
McGuire is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Burnley!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Mike McGuire will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
McGuire uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Burnley.
McGuire scores with a jab to the body.
A big left from McGuire misses.
Burnley circles away from the clinch attempt.
McGuire cracks Burnley with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
The crowd cheers as Burnley lands an impressive looking overhand right. McGuire doesn't seem phased though.
Burnley jabs McGuire to the body, keeping him at a distance.
McGuire avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Burnley throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Burnley throws a looping overhand right but McGuire ducks down to avoid it.
Burnley misses with an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Burnley checks a leg kick.
Burnley thows a left - swing and a miss!
McGuire connects with a jab.
Burnley fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
McGuire tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T1#
Burnley jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Burnley misses with a wild combination.
McGuire lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
McGuire changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Burnley tries to avoid it but McGuire manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Burnley to the ground. Burnley escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
McGuire thumps Burnley with a low kick.
Burnley swats away the attempt to clinch by McGuire.
Burnley connects with a nice looking jab.
Burnley missing with a left hand there. McGuire was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Burnley tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McGuire was well out of range. Poor timing from Burnley.
Burnley throws a jab when McGuire was well out of range.
Burnley throws a big shot that misses.#T2#
McGuire throws a leg kick that misses.
McGuire scores with a body shot.
McGuire throws an overhand right that lands on Burnley's shoulder, as Burnley tries to avoid the shot.
McGuire fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Burnley is out of range.
Burnley's jab looks to have found its range, popping McGuire under the eye.
Burnley throws a big shot that misses.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Burnley avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Burnley stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from McGuire.
McGuire sizes up Burnley with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Burnley swings away with a body shot that misses
and McGuire counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #ROC#
Burnley is rocked!
McGuire lands with a good body shot.
Burnley is still on wobbly legs! Can McGuire finish him?
Burnley misses with an uppercut
and McGuire counters with a big right hand! Oh Burnley is in trouble here! McGuire follows up with more strikes and that's it! The ref has stopped it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:48 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mike McGuire!
Mike McGuire very nearly forgot to thank Urban Fighter amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

Event: GKNY 108 - Guk vs Campbell
Date: Dec 17, 2016

#R1#
Skog moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#CUT2#
It looks like Mike McGuire has been cut.
Skog throws a low kick but McGuire moves out of range easily.
Skog jabbing away but nothing is landing.
McGuire closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
McGuire connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Skog tries to land a leg kick but McGuire saw it coming and moves away.
Skog thows a left - swing and a miss!
Skog blocks a low kick nicely.
Skog scores with a nice strike.
Dan Skog seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Skog connects with a single shot there.
McGuire connects with a right hand. Skog shakes it off.
McGuire keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Skog bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps McGuire's head backwards.
McGuire misses with a head kick.
Skog is looking to slow McGuire down with leg kicks.
Jab, jab by McGuire - just one landing.
Skog misses with a body shot.
McGuire dives in for a single leg takedown but Skog sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#T1#
Skog uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Donk. McGuire catches Skog right on the button with a cross.
Skog misses with a low kick.
Skog slips a jab and a cross from McGuire.
Skog throws a leg kick but McGuire moved away.
Skog moves out of range as McGuire throws a body kick.
Skog 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.
Skog jabs at McGuire's body.
Skog uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from McGuire.
McGuire is looking to score with low kicks.
McGuire misses with a low kick.
Skog throws a hook but McGuire blocks it.
A solid leg kick lands there for McGuire.
Skog misses with a body kick.
A slow jab from Skog misses its intended target.
McGuire has been working on his boxing with his coaches at River's Edge Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Skog misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
McGuire throws a body shot but no joy. #T2##CL#
McGuire moves into the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McGuire takes a shot to the head.
Skog pushes McGuire back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Skog lands a hook to the side of the head.
McGuire tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Skog's elbow.
McGuire tries a body shot but Skog blocks it. #BC2#
Skog breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
McGuire defending well as Skog loads up on a big left hand.
McGuire went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
McGuire throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Skog misses with a hook
and McGuire counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
McGuire avoids the body shot from Skog.
McGuire tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Skog missing with a left hand there. McGuire was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
McGuire looks to land a body kick but Skog moved away.
McGuire slips under a jab from Skog.
A big left from Skog misses. #T3#
Skog moves out of range of the body kick from McGuire.
McGuire keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McGuire tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Skog cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
McGuire thuds his shin into the meat of Skog's side.
McGuire lands with an uppercut that bounces Skog off the cage and back into range.
Skog checks a low kick from McGuire.
Skog looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
McGuire wants to clinch up but Skog keeps it at a distance.
Skog now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
McGuire scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Jab from McGuire.
Skog misses the shot to the body.
Decent striking displayed by McGuire there.#ROC#
Skog is rocked!
Skog cracks McGuire with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Skog is still on wobbly legs! Can McGuire finish him?
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A slapping leg kick lands for Skog.
Skog seems to have recovered his senses.
Skog throws a chopping leg kick but McGuire manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
McGuire tries to clinch but Skog is having none of it. #T4#
McGuire drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Skog misses with a body punch
and McGuire counters with an outside leg kick.
Skog takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Skog lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but McGuire circles away quickly and effectively.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Skog.
Skog has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from McGuire.
McGuire keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
McGuire throws a body kick that misses.
McGuire tries to clinch there but Skog circles away.
Skog throws out a loose jab but McGuire uses good head movement to avoid it.
Skog throws a body shot but no joy.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Skog swings for the body but McGuire moves out of range.
McGuire avoids the head kick by Skog.
Skog misses with a wild body shot.
McGuire lands a right hook to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Dan Skog will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Mike McGuire's cut.
That's time! McGuire's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
McGuire throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
McGuire motions for Skog to come forward. McGuire throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Skog checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Skog throws a looping overhand right but McGuire ducks down to avoid it.
McGuire will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Skog misses with a low kick.
McGuire takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Skog lunges at McGuire with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by McGuire's hand.
Skog misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McGuire.
Skog throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
McGuire swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Skog is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by McGuire.
Dan Skog seems to be getting the better of the standup.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Skog fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and McGuire has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
McGuire scores with a hook to the body. Skog takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
McGuire moves out of range of the body kick from Skog.
McGuire drops down looking for a counter takedown but Skog sprawls and moves away.
Skog throws a hook but McGuire avoids it easily.
A nice leg kick lands there from Skog. #T1#
Skog throws a jab when McGuire was well out of range.
Skog checks a low kick from McGuire.
A decent looking body kick lands there for McGuire.
Skog lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
McGuire fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Skog is out of range.
McGuire keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Skog.
McGuire is looking to counter the offense by Skog and move into the clinch.#CL#
Skog tries to keep at a distance but McGuire has taken the fight into the clinch.
McGuire crunches a lovely knee into Skog's ribcage.
Skog is breathing heavily.
McGuire lands a body punch in the clinch.
Skog misses with a short punch on the inside.
McGuire misses with a shot to the kidneys.
McGuire works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
McGuire lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Skog blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
McGuire is struggling to control the position.
McGuire cracks Skog with a nice body shot.#T2#
McGuire lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McGuire is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Skog pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Skog blocks an elbow strike.
Skog avoids the elbow strike from McGuire, against the cage.
McGuire blocking some punches.
McGuire lands with a right to the head. #TD#
McGuire has hold of one of Skog's legs. Skog is fighting the takedown attempt but McGuire gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Skog keeping moving, preventing McGuire from controlling successfully.
McGuire postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Skog is trying to control the position from the bottom.
McGuire throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Skog works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T3#
Skog tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Skog not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
McGuire won't allow Skog to sweep him here.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Skog utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
McGuire trying to control but Skog is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Skog connects with a body shot that sends McGuire's belly button to the back.
Skog throws out a loose jab but McGuire uses good head movement to avoid it. #TD#
Skog gets caught flat footed, as McGuire shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
McGuire preventing the sweep.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Skog working a defensive guard here.
Skog wants to sweep but no luck.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Skog managing to control the position.
McGuire throws a big right hand that misses.
Skog not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Skog manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. McGuire manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
McGuire seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
McGuire trying to control the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mike McGuire dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Mike McGuire's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
McGuire checks a leg kick.
McGuire misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Skog.
Skog avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
McGuire waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Skog.
McGuire throws a head kick but Skog moves out of range.
Skog pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
McGuire throws a quick counter kick to the body but Skog avoids it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Skog. McGuire does a little dance to reset his feet.
McGuire appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
McGuire pulls out of a head kick attempt.
McGuire throws a body shot but no joy.
Skog replies with a solid counter kick to the body but McGuire blocks it well.#CL#
McGuire rushes Skog and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A nice right hand lands inside from Skog. #BC#
McGuire breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
McGuire slips under a jab from Skog.
McGuire appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Some wild striking there from McGuire. #T1#
Skog dips to his left and cracks McGuire with an uppercut!
A jab from Skog misses.
McGuire scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Skog throws a low kick but McGuire avoids it.
McGuire appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Skog throws out a loose jab but McGuire uses good head movement to avoid it.
McGuire drops down looking for a counter takedown but Skog sprawls and moves away.
McGuire looks for a takedown but Skog sprawls well.
Skog circles away from the clinch attempt.
Skog moves into range and connects with a jab.
Both fighters circling a little - McGuire finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Skog swings widly with a right hand
and McGuire counters with an inside leg kick.
Skog misses the jab.
Skog jabs McGuire to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Skog throws a leg kick that is checked#CL#
and McGuire moves into the clinch.#T2##BC2#
Skog's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Skog misses with a wild body shot.
Skog throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Skog steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from McGuire. That one must have hurt.
Skog throws a body kick that misses.
Skog throws a body punch but McGuire moves out of range.
Skog takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
McGuire is looking to clinch but Skog is avoiding it.
Skog throws a shot from downtown. McGuire moves away and avoids it.
Skog throws a lazy body kick
and McGuire counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Skog takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
McGuire defending well as Skog loads up on a big left hand.
McGuire with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Skog dips to his left and cracks McGuire with an uppercut!
McGuire checks a low kick from Skog.#T3#
Skog takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Skog connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Skog tries to score with a low kick but McGuire moves his leg out of the way.
McGuire lands with an overhand left.
McGuire tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Skog misses with a low kick.
McGuire dives in for a single leg takedown but Skog sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
McGuire scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Skog misses with a wild body shot.
Skog shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as McGuire sprawls well. McGuire wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Skog gets slowly back to his feet.
McGuire stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#T4#
Skog takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Skog connects with an inside leg kick.
McGuire uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Skog has time to react.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Skog fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but McGuire is out of range.
Skog goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
McGuire tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
McGuire scores with a shot to the body.
McGuire uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Skog.
McGuire lands a jab to Skog's midsection.
McGuire with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Skog throws a push kick but McGuire slaps the foot to one side.
McGuire takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Skog fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McGuire manages to avoid it.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Mike McGuire.
I think McGuire 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 Jonathan Paton scores the fight 29:28
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 29:28
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: GKNY 102 - Guk vs McGuire
Date: Nov 23, 2016

#R1#
McGuire will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Jong Guk checks the leg kick.
Jong Guk is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from McGuire.
McGuire swinging wildly here.
Jong Guk tries to counter by clinching up but McGuire breaks away and moves out of range.
McGuire 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.
McGuire misses with the body kick#CL#
and Jong Guk counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Jong Guk.
Jong Guk misses with a punch on the inside.
McGuire lands with a short punch from the clinch.
McGuire stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Jong Guk is leaning against McGuire and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Jong Guk lands an uppercut.
Jong Guk lands with a light punch inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGuire stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.#BC2#
McGuire breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Jong Guk looks for the body kick but McGuire saw that one coming.
Jong Guk has been working on his boxing with his coaches at IMMA Gym of Elite ASS in the buildup to the fight.
McGuire connects with a jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jong Guk scores with a sloppy right hand. McGuire should have avoided that one.
McGuire walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#CUT#
It looks like Mike McGuire has been cut.#T1#
Jong Guk throws a shot from downtown. McGuire moves away and avoids it.
Donk. McGuire catches Jong Guk right on the button with a cross.
Kim Jong Guk is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Jong Guk throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Jong Guk takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
McGuire takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there. #TD2#
McGuire feints and as Jong Guk raises his hands in defense, McGuire changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Jong Guk wants to stand but McGuire is controlling the position.
McGuire working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Jong Guk wants to stand but McGuire is controlling the position.
Jong Guk knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for McGuire on the ground.
Jong Guk looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
McGuire is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T2#
Jong Guk looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
McGuire throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Jong Guk is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst McGuire is controlling him. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Jong Guk on the wrong end of a nice jab.#CL2#
McGuire closes the distance and clinches.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jong Guk lands a hook to the side of the head.
McGuire struggles to land a body shot inside as Jong Guk controls his hands. #TD2#
McGuire is trying to trip Jong Guk. He has hold of a leg but Jong Guk is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. McGuire persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McGuire passes Jong Guk's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Nice strikes from McGuire there. #T3#
McGuire wants to pass the guard but Jong Guk is defending well.
McGuire winds up and cracks Jong Guk with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
McGuire wants to take a breather but Jong Guk is having none of it.
Jong Guk wants to get back to his feet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McGuire controlling the action here.
McGuire sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Jong Guk defending well though.
Jong Guk wants to get back to his feet.
Jong Guk trying to control from the bottom.
McGuire seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Jong Guk does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Jong Guk is looking to escape.#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.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Jong Guk throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
McGuire keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McGuire lands an overhand right.
McGuire bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Jong Guk's head.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Jong Guk misses with a short punch on the inside.
Jong Guk lands a nice uppercut.
Jong Guk throws a punch but it's blocked by McGuire.
Jong Guk doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
McGuire works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
McGuire misses with a hook to the ribs.
Jong Guk can't find room to land a body shot as McGuire controls the action.
Jong Guk prevents a body shot from McGuire.
Jong Guk scores with a shoulder strike.
Jong Guk misses with a punch on the inside.
McGuire makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mike McGuire dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Mike McGuire's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Nice body kick from Jong Guk.
McGuire moves out of range as Jong Guk strikes.
Jong Guk throws a sloppy body shot
and McGuire counters with a stiff right hand.
McGuire connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Jong Guk checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Jong Guk lunges at McGuire with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by McGuire's hand.
Jong Guk ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McGuire moves away.
McGuire connects with a looping right hand.
McGuire throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Jong Guk on the side of the head.
Jong Guk tries to land a front kick but McGuire steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
A head kick by Jong Guk misses
and McGuire counters with a nice leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jong Guk. McGuire does a little dance to reset his feet.
McGuire wants to clinch up but Jong Guk keeps it at a distance.
McGuire cracks the inside of Jong Guk's front leg.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jong Guk lands a right hook to the body.
Jong Guk slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#T1#
McGuire lands a head kick. Jong Guk smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
McGuire throws out a powerful jab.
Jong Guk wants to land a leg kick but McGuire is out of range.
McGuire feints the counter takedown.
McGuire misses with a body shot #CL#
and Jong Guk counters by moving into the clinch.
Jong Guk swings wildly with an uppercut but McGuire uses good head movement to avoid it.
McGuire effectively controlling the action here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Jong Guk.
Jong Guk lands with a right to the head.
McGuire stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Jong Guk misses with a punch to the body.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from McGuire.
Jong Guk swings wildly with an uppercut but McGuire uses good head movement to avoid it.
McGuire is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
McGuire throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#T2#
McGuire blocks a body shot from Jong Guk.
McGuire lands an elbow that stopped Jong Guk in his tracks for a moment. #CUT2#
It looks like Kim Jong Guk has been cut.
McGuire throws a head punch that misses.
Jong Guk tries to throw a body punch but McGuire avoids it by throwing Jong Guk back against the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A short left from McGuire.
Jong Guk tries to throw a body punch but McGuire avoids it by throwing Jong Guk back against the cage.
Jong Guk swings wildly with an uppercut but McGuire uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jong Guk misses with a hook from the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Jong Guk creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #TD2#
McGuire is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Jong Guk can't fight it off and eventually McGuire manages to take the fight to the floor. Jong Guk looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
McGuire prevents Jong Guk from getting back to his feet.
McGuire wants to control from the top but Jong Guk keeps moving.
Jong Guk is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst McGuire is controlling him. #T3#
McGuire is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
McGuire 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.
McGuire lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
McGuire postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Jong Guk on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Jong Guk tries to get out of the position.
Jong Guk is pulling down on McGuire's head to control his posture.
McGuire prevents Jong Guk from getting back to his feet.
Jong Guk can't keep his opponent in guard - McGuire advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
McGuire is trying to control. Jong Guk wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T4#
McGuire slips a nice elbow through Jong Guk's hands, connecting with Jong Guk's forehead.
McGuire has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Jong Guk is looking to escape.
McGuire not doing much here.
Jong Guk is looking to escape.
McGuire winds up and cracks Jong Guk with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Jong Guk looks like he's trying to stand up.
Jong Guk is trying to control but can't.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
McGuire wants to control but Jong Guk is keeping him busy.
McGuire sitting and controlling from the half guard. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
McGuire has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Jong Guk.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mike McGuire showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R3#
McGuire throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Jong Guk stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
McGuire tries to clinch but Jong Guk is having none of it.
Jong Guk throws a body punch but McGuire moves out of range.
McGuire pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
McGuire takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
McGuire lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
McGuire tries to move into range but Jong Guk moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
McGuire slips under a jab.
Jong Guk closes the distance but McGuire moves to the side
and McGuire counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jong Guk lands a big head kick that sends McGuire to the canvas! Jong Guk follows up with strikes from the mount that forces the ref to step in and stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:46 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kim Jong Guk!
Kim Jong Guk retains his welterweight title!
After winning the bout, Kim Jong Guk thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: GKNY 94 - Markovic v Guk
Date: Oct 15, 2016

#R1##CL#
McGuire tries to keep at a distance but Vaziri I I I has taken the fight into the clinch.
McGuire makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
McGuire wants a takedown but no success here. #TD2#
McGuire works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Vaziri I I I knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for McGuire on the ground.
McGuire wants to control from the top but Vaziri I I I keeps moving.
McGuire sitting in guard here, content to control.
McGuire trying to control the position from guard on top but Vaziri I I I is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McGuire with a flurry of punches that miss.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGuire is looking to work some ground and pound but Vaziri I I I has wrist control.
McGuire in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Vaziri I I I is trying to keep McGuire in close. #T1#
Vaziri I I I utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
McGuire 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. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
McGuire throws a lazy head kick
and Vaziri I I I counters with a straight right hand.
McGuire swings for the body but Vaziri I I I moves out of range.
McGuire 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.
McGuire fails with the takedown.
Vaziri I I I keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Hossein Vaziri I I I has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mike McGuire.
McGuire lands a nice shot to the body.
McGuire lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#T2#
Vaziri I I I just misses with a punch to the body.
Vaziri I I I feints a jab promting McGuire to slip. Vaziri I I I then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. McGuire slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Vaziri I I I scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#CUT#
It looks like Mike McGuire has been cut.
Hossein Vaziri I I I is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Vaziri I I I uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McGuire.
McGuire uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Vaziri I I I.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McGuire keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
McGuire shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Vaziri I I I throws out a loose jab but McGuire uses good head movement to avoid it.
McGuire uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Vaziri I I I.
Vaziri I I I uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
McGuire tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Vaziri I I I was well out of range. Poor timing from McGuire.
McGuire ducks under a wild hook from Vaziri I I I.
Vaziri I I I dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T3#
Vaziri I I I takes a swing at McGuire's ribcage but misses.
McGuire lands a nice hook to Vaziri I I I's body. Vaziri I I I takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
McGuire scores with a shot to the body.
McGuire shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Nice shot by McGuire.
Vaziri I I I stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from McGuire.
McGuire throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McGuire misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
McGuire lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
McGuire shoots for a takedown but Vaziri I I I saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Vaziri I I I is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from McGuire.
McGuire ducks under a wild hook from Vaziri I I I.
A big right from Vaziri I I I misses.
Vaziri I I I looks to clinch
and McGuire counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T4#
McGuire moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Vaziri I I I tries to clinch but McGuire moves out of range.
McGuire throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
McGuire throws the kick towards the body but Vaziri I I I avoids it.
It looked like Vaziri I I I was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from McGuire.
McGuire takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Vaziri I I I throws a right hand that misses
letting McGuire counter with a right hand.
A shot to the liver by Vaziri I I I. Beautiful body shot.
McGuire looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Vaziri I I I is fending him off so far but McGuire persists. Nope, Vaziri I I I circles away and we're back to standing.
Vaziri I I I lands with a right hand.
McGuire wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
McGuire throws a right hand that misses
and Vaziri I I I counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #ROC#
McGuire is rocked!
McGuire wants to land a leg kick but Vaziri I I I is out of range.
McGuire is still on wobbly legs! Can Vaziri I I I finish him?
Vaziri I I I connects with a looping right hand.
An inside leg kick from McGuire misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Mike McGuire will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Mike McGuire's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Vaziri I I I misses with a body punch
and McGuire counters with a good, hard body kick but Vaziri I I I shrugs it off.
Good leg kick by McGuire there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
McGuire moves away from the strike by Vaziri I I I.
McGuire seems to have recovered his senses.
Vaziri I I I jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Vaziri I I I throws a hook but McGuire avoids it easily.
Vaziri I I I waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract McGuire.
Vaziri I I I scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
McGuire ducks under a wild hook from Vaziri I I I.
Mike McGuire seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McGuire scores with a decent looking hook.
McGuire takes a swing at Vaziri I I I's ribcage but misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGuire keeps Vaziri I I I at a distance using the push kick.
McGuire's jab looks to have found its range, popping Vaziri I I I under the eye.
A punch lands to the side of Vaziri I I I 's head but he takes it in his stride.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Vaziri I I I throws a poor cross that misses
and McGuire counters with a leg kick. #CL#
Vaziri I I I takes the fight into the clinch. #T1#
McGuire works on Vaziri I I I's body with a couple of short punches.
A nice left hand lands by McGuire.
Come on McGuire - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
A nice right hand lands inside from McGuire. #BC2#
McGuire escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
McGuire uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Vaziri I I I.#KD2#
A big head kick from McGuire and Vaziri I I I is sent sprawling to the canvas! #ROC2#
Vaziri I I I is rocked!#CUT2#
It looks like Hossein Vaziri I I I has been cut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McGuire 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.
Oh Vaziri I I I is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Vaziri I I I keeping full guard, as McGuire tries to pass.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as McGuire accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Vaziri I I I seems to have got his legs back now.#T2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
McGuire's corner is telling him to maintain position.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as McGuire accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
McGuire is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Vaziri I I I looking to hit a scissor sweep but McGuire is one step ahead there.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Vaziri I I I misses with a hook. McGuire ducked under it nicely.
Vaziri I I I takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure. #T3#
McGuire changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Vaziri I I I tries to avoid it but McGuire manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Vaziri I I I to the ground. Vaziri I I I escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
McGuire misses with a body kick.
McGuire throws a predictable looking body shot
and Vaziri I I I counters with a lovely straight right hand!
McGuire keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Vaziri I I I fails with an attempt to clinch.
A looping hook to the body misses from McGuire. Vaziri I I I does a little dance to reset his feet.
We've been told by Vaziri I I I's head coaches at Phoenix Fight Team that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
McGuire will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Vaziri I I I turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
McGuire fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Vaziri I I I.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Vaziri I I I crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from McGuire - the referee stops the clock and Vaziri I I I gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says McGuire. Vaziri I I I manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Vaziri I I I fails in his attempt to clinch.
McGuire ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Mike McGuire seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A nice inside leg kick there by McGuire. That's going to slow Vaziri I I I down. #T4#
McGuire chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Vaziri I I I walks forward, straight into a front kick from McGuire.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Vaziri I I I uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from McGuire.
Vaziri I I I misses the shot to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from McGuire. Vaziri I I I does a little dance to reset his feet.
McGuire dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Vaziri I I I. That did some damage!
Vaziri I I I misses with a body shot. #CL2#
McGuire pushes Vaziri I I I up against the cage in a clinch.
McGuire tries to work over Vaziri I I I's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Vaziri I I I takes an elbow to the forehead.
Vaziri I I I lands a hook that snaps the head of McGuire backwards.
McGuire tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A head punch on the inside from Vaziri I I I fails to land.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mike McGuire showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
McGuire ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Vaziri I I I moves away.
McGuire lands a nice leg kick that just misses Vaziri I I I's sensitive parts.
Vaziri I I I on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Vaziri I I I scores with a shot to the body.
McGuire has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Vaziri I I I takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
McGuire tries to land a front kick but Vaziri I I I steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Vaziri I I I throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
McGuire throws a big shot that misses.
Vaziri I I I ducks right into an uppercut from McGuire.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGuire shoots in for a double leg but Vaziri I I I sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Nice body kick from McGuire.
Sloppy strikes from McGuire. Those never looked like landing.
Vaziri I I I appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Vaziri I I I fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. McGuire looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#T1#
McGuire does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
McGuire wants to land a leg kick but Vaziri I I I is out of range.
McGuire tries to land a front kick but Vaziri I I I steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Vaziri I I I tries to counter by moving into the clinch but McGuire manages to circle out of the way.
McGuire ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Vaziri I I I stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from McGuire.
McGuire throws a hook but Vaziri I I I avoids it easily.
Vaziri I I I just misses with a punch to the body.
McGuire gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Vaziri I I I has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from McGuire.
Vaziri I I I throws a jab but it's blocked by McGuire.
McGuire throws a nice outside leg kick.
Nice defenses there by McGuire.
Hossein Vaziri I I I has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Vaziri I I I loads up on a big right hand but McGuire slips the punch.
McGuire tries to clinch up.
McGuire scores with a spinning back kick!
The crowd cheers as McGuire lands an impressive looking overhand right. Vaziri I I I doesn't seem phased though.
Vaziri I I I is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Vaziri I I I throws a big shot that misses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McGuire steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Vaziri I I I.
Vaziri I I I looks to throw the jab but McGuire is out of range.
A jab from McGuire finds it's way through Vaziri I I I's defenses.
McGuire lands a leg kick that knocks Vaziri I I I off balance momentarily.
McGuire uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Vaziri I I I.#CL#
Vaziri I I I has closed the distance and engaged McGuire in a clinch.
Vaziri I I I prevents a body shot from McGuire.
McGuire tries a body shot but Vaziri I I I blocks it. #T3#
A shot in the inside from McGuire.
McGuire throws an elbow but it misses.
Vaziri I I I misses with some punches.
Vaziri I I I can't find room to land a body shot as McGuire controls the action.
McGuire is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Vaziri I I I pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Vaziri I I I throws a punch but it's blocked by McGuire.
Vaziri I I I lands with a right to the head.
Vaziri I I I prevents a body shot from McGuire.
Mike McGuire is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Vaziri I I I lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Vaziri I I I misses with some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Vaziri I I I.
Vaziri I I I lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
McGuire just leaning against Vaziri I I I, taking a breather. #BC2#
McGuire breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
McGuire lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Vaziri I I I tries to clinch up.#T4#
McGuire lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Vaziri I I I circles away quickly and effectively.
Vaziri I I I tries to counter by clinching up but McGuire breaks away and moves out of range.
McGuire misses with a low kick.
Vaziri I I I throws a jab but it's blocked by McGuire. #KD#
Vaziri I I I lands a big right hand that sends McGuire crashing to the mat! Vaziri I I I stays standing though and waves McGuire back to his feet!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Vaziri I I I jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Vaziri I I I misses with a shot to the body
and McGuire counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
McGuire fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Vaziri I I I has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Vaziri I I I missing with a left hand there. McGuire was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
No joy there for Vaziri I I I, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Vaziri I I I misses with a body shot.
Vaziri I I I has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from McGuire.#CL2#
McGuire has closed the distance and engaged Vaziri I I I in a clinch.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 27:30
Judge George Francis scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mike McGuire!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Mike McGuire made sure he mentioned Shinobi, along with how happy he was to win his fight.

Event: GKNY 90 - Fist v Defoe 2
Date: Sep 17, 2016

#R1#
McGuire lands a body shot.
A jab from McGuire misses.
Reilly tries to counter by moving into the clinch but McGuire manages to circle out of the way.
Reilly throws a lazy uppercut
and McGuire cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
McGuire scores with a leg kick.
McGuire tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Reilly was well out of range. Poor timing from McGuire.
McGuire throws a shot from downtown. Reilly moves away and avoids it.
McGuire lands a leg kick that knocks Reilly off balance momentarily.
A lazy left from McGuire finds it's target.
Reilly uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McGuire.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGuire throws an overhand right that lands on Reilly's shoulder, as Reilly tries to avoid the shot.
Reilly tries to counter by clinching up but McGuire breaks away and moves out of range.
We've been informed that McGuire has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
McGuire misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Reilly is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from McGuire.
McGuire scores with the left hand. Reilly knows he should have avoided that one.
Reilly stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from McGuire.#T1##TD2#
McGuire shoots in and bounces Reilly off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
McGuire advances position into side control!
The ground and pound from McGuire seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Reilly is trying to improve his position.
Reilly holding on.
Reilly tries to bench press McGuire off him but McGuire keeps the position. #T2#
Reilly takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Reilly tries to get back to half guard but can't.
McGuire in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
McGuire tries to score with some ground and pound. Reilly controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
McGuire working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
McGuire wants to lay and pray for a moment but Reilly keeps working.
McGuire looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Reilly is avoiding damage well. #T3#
McGuire working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
McGuire working the ground and pound from side control.
McGuire trying to control the action but Reilly is working from the bottom.
Reilly tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but McGuire wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
McGuire looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Reilly is avoiding damage well.
McGuire scores with a couple of short elbows.
A lull in the action here as McGuire stalls from top position.
McGuire cracks Reilly with a big right hand but Reilly just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go. #T4#
Reilly tries to buck McGuire off but McGuire is having none of it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McGuire is putting a hurting on Reilly here, landing some big shots from side control.
Reilly tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad.
Reilly tries to lock up and control but McGuire gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Reilly really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
McGuire lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
McGuire postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Reilly looks a forlorn figure.
Reilly is squirming around, avoiding McGuire's attempts to control the action.
Reilly tries to hold on but McGuire postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mike McGuire dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Reilly takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Reilly staying out of range there.
McGuire blocks a leg kick.
McGuire throws a poor cross that misses #CL#
and Reilly holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Reilly is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. McGuire is defending well for now.
Reilly prevents a body shot from McGuire.
Still in the clinch, McGuire scores with a nice short uppercut.
McGuire swings wildly with an uppercut but Reilly uses good head movement to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGuire working aggressively here.
McGuire has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
McGuire goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A head punch on the inside from McGuire fails to land.
Reilly tries to stall but McGuire uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
McGuire goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T1#
Reilly misses with a short punch on the inside.
Reilly blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
McGuire scores with a hook to the body.
McGuire tries for a takedown. No joy.
Reilly lands a left hand.
McGuire blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
McGuire blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from Reilly fails to land.
Reilly blocks a body shot from McGuire.
McGuire goes for a takedown in the clinch but Reilly prevents it.
McGuire prevents a body shot from Reilly.
McGuire misses with a hook to the ribs.
A head punch on the inside from Reilly fails to land.
Reilly tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and McGuire avoids it.
Reilly gets underhooks to prevent McGuire's takedown attempt.
Frank Reilly has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mike McGuire.
McGuire works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process. #T2#
McGuire lands a right hand.
Reilly scores with a shoulder strike.
Reilly misses with a punch to the body.
Reilly misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from McGuire.
Reilly stalling the fight.
Reilly tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Reilly lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, McGuire creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Reilly just leaning against McGuire, taking a breather.
McGuire lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Reilly backwards.
McGuire drops down looking for an ankle pick but Reilly pulls his leg out and moves away.
We've been told by Reilly's head coaches at LOD: Top Team that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
McGuire cracks Reilly with an open hand slap.
McGuire lands a nice shot to the body. #T3#
McGuire pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
McGuire is looking to clinch but Reilly is avoiding it.
McGuire lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
McGuire swings for the body but Reilly moves out of range.
Reilly moves out of range of the body kick from McGuire.
Reilly throwing a counter right hand but McGuire manages to avoid it.
Reilly swings away with a leg kick that misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from McGuire! But no joy.
Reilly lands a nice leg kick that just misses McGuire's sensitive parts.
McGuire throws a head kick that misses.
A nice inside leg kick there by McGuire. That's going to slow Reilly down.
McGuire's corner calls for a 1-2. McGuire obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Mike McGuire seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Nice defenses there by Reilly.#T4#
McGuire misses with an uppercut #CL#
and Reilly moves into the clinch.
Reilly working aggressively here.
A shot in the inside from Reilly.
McGuire tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Reilly goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
McGuire misses with a hook to the ribs.
Stalling in the clinch from Reilly.
McGuire misses with a short punch on the inside.
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!
Reilly is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but McGuire is keeping busy.
Reilly tried to land a shot to the body but connects with McGuire's elbow.
Reilly pushes McGuire back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
A frustrated look appears on McGuire's face as he tries to break the clinch.
McGuire tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as McGuire takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Mike McGuire will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
McGuire lands with a nice body punch.
Reilly slips a straight right by McGuire.
McGuire looks to land a left hand but Reilly moved out of range nicely.
McGuire fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
McGuire lands with a thumping leg kick.
McGuire scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Reilly throws a head kick but McGuire moves out of range.
Reilly fails in his attempt to clinch.
McGuire looks like he wants to counter punch here.
McGuire scores with a nice right hand.
Horrible takedown attempt by McGuire or perhaps it was just good defense by Reilly, which made it look bad. #T1#
McGuire takes a swing at Reilly's ribcage but misses.
Reilly throwing a counter right hand but McGuire manages to avoid it.
McGuire works Reilly's body with a nice hook.
A slow jab from McGuire misses its intended target.
Reilly seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Reilly is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
McGuire will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
McGuire connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Reilly takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
McGuire connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Frank Reilly has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Mike McGuire seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
McGuire with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Reilly avoids the body shot from McGuire.
McGuire showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Reilly.
McGuire misses with a body kick.
McGuire throws a quick inside leg kick.
McGuire throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by McGuire.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Reilly throws a sloppy head kick and McGuire moves out of range easily.
Reilly misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McGuire. #T3#
Reilly misses with an uppercut
enabling McGuire to counter with a crisp jab.
McGuire throws a leg kick but Reilly sees it coming and moves out of range.
Reilly tries to counter by moving into the clinch but McGuire manages to circle out of the way.
Reilly takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
McGuire works the jab nicely.
Nice body kick there by McGuire.
Mike McGuire is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Reilly misses the jab.
Reilly cracks McGuire with a good jab.
McGuire ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Reilly moves away.
Reilly explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
McGuire lands with a good body shot.#T4#
McGuire fails in his attempt to clinch.
Reilly tries to counter by clinching up but McGuire breaks away and moves out of range.
Reilly with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling McGuire to score with a decent uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McGuire listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
McGuire scores with a spinning back kick!
McGuire's jab looks to have found its range, popping Reilly under the eye.
Reilly misses with a right hand
and McGuire counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
McGuire throws a leg kick which misses Reilly's front leg but catches the back leg as Reilly tries to avoid it.
Reilly shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
McGuire lands a nice hook to Reilly's body. Reilly takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Reilly doesn't manage to clinch there - McGuire circles away.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 26:30
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 26:30
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 26:30

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

Event: GKNY 85 - Campbell v Reilly
Date: Aug 13, 2016

#R1#
Skog misses the shot to the body.
McGuire takes one to the chin there.
McGuire swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Skog jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Skog keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McGuire throws a leg kick but Skog moved away.
A little feinted left hand from Skog on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Skog lands a leg kick that knocks McGuire off balance momentarily.
Skog throws a lazy body kick #TD2#
and McGuire counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by McGuire.
McGuire looking to pass the guard.
Skog 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#
McGuire is trying is best to control the position here.
McGuire makes his way to full guard. A much better position for McGuire.
Skog controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T1#
McGuire trying to control the position.
Skog won't allow McGuire to sweep him here. #SUB2#
McGuire working for a triangle but Skog defends it easily.
McGuire pulls Skog in to control the position.
Skog is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Skog has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
McGuire wants to hit a switch here but Skog passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for McGuire there!
McGuire can't escape the position. #T3#
McGuire is still trying to improve position.
McGuire sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Skog in particular looking to stall.
Skog missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
McGuire tries to get to full guard but Skog has control of the leg.
McGuire gets full guard.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Skog content to stall in guard here.
Skog looking to sit in guard and control but McGuire gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
McGuire stopping the sweep attempt from Skog.
McGuire working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
McGuire is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
McGuire is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Mike McGuire will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Skog throws a leg kick
and McGuire counters with a left to the body.
McGuire fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Skog manages to avoid it.
Skog is looking for a counter combo.
McGuire throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Skog sees it coming and avoids it easily.
McGuire misses with a looping left.
A lazy body kick from Skog #TD2#
and McGuire counters with a single leg into guard. Skog didn't expect that.
McGuire missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
McGuire lands a couple of elbows.
Skog keeping full guard, as McGuire tries to pass.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGuire throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Skog works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Skog working a defensive guard here.
Skog is really struggling to control McGuire but he's trying to hold on to the position.#T1#
Skog has McGuire pulled in close to control his posture.
McGuire wants to control from the top but Skog keeps moving. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Sloppy strikes from McGuire. Those never looked like landing.
McGuire looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Skog on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Skog throws a body punch but McGuire moves out of range.
McGuire drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Skog defends it well.
McGuire dodges the punch combination from Skog.
Skog swings for the body but McGuire moves out of range. #T2#
Skog feints and then cracks McGuire's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow McGuire down.
McGuire blocks the body kick.
McGuire swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Skog uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McGuire.
Skog connects with a solid leg kick.
Mike McGuire seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McGuire gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
A swing and a miss from Skog.
Skog looks for the body kick but McGuire saw that one coming.
McGuire blocks the body kick.
McGuire checks a low kick from Skog.
McGuire avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Skog slips a jab from McGuire.
Skog looks to score with a jab to the body but McGuire is just out of range.
McGuire changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#T3#
Skog has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from McGuire.
Skog has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Skog there as he acknowledges the shot.
Nice defenses there by Skog.
A low kick from Skog misses
and McGuire finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Skog throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
McGuire fails with a takedown attempt.
McGuire has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
McGuire looks to land a body kick but Skog moved away.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Skog, right into the meat.
McGuire tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
McGuire takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Skog moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
McGuire closes the distance looking to clinch
and Skog counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#T4#
Skog misses with a shot to the body
and McGuire counters with a left to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A leg kick checked by McGuire.
Skog defending well as McGuire loads up on a big left hand.
McGuire loads up on a big right hand but Skog slips the punch.
An inside leg kick lands from McGuire.
Skog dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Skog misses with a body kick.
McGuire is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Skog with a body shot.
McGuire gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Skog misses with a low kick.
McGuire with the counter takedown but Skog avoids it easily.
McGuire looks to land a right hand but Skog moved out of range.
Skog is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
McGuire feints and then cracks Skog's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Skog down.
Skog stuns McGuire with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mike McGuire showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
A kick lands to the mid section there for McGuire.
McGuire buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Some bone on bone action there as McGuire checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
McGuire throws a body shot but no joy.
Skog swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Skog swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Skog walks into a straight right hand from McGuire.
McGuire tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
McGuire tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Skog was well out of range. Poor timing from McGuire.
McGuire looks to land a left hand but Skog moved out of range nicely.
Mike McGuire seems to be getting the better of the standup.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGuire thumps Skog with a low kick.
Skog throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McGuire tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
The fighters circling - McGuire throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Skog takes a body punch but keeps moving. #T1#
Skog uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McGuire.
McGuire ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Skog moves away.
Skog lands with a kick to the ribs.
Skog misses with a jab to the body #TD2#
and McGuire counters with a shoot takedown. Skog fights it but they end up in guard.
McGuire trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Skog tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Skog is trying to keep McGuire in close.
McGuire landing with the ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McGuire preventing the sweep.
McGuire wants to control from the top but Skog keeps moving.
Dan Skog has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
McGuire works over Skog with some ground and pound from guard.
McGuire is stalling in the full guard.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw McGuire working his ground and pound in the gym.
Skog wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and McGuire is now in half guard.
McGuire sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Skog defending well though.
Skog keeps control of the position for the meantime. #T3#
McGuire stalling.
Skog slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Mike McGuire is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Skog looking for a sweep. Not yet Skog, not yet.
McGuire throws an elbow that misses. Skog uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in McGuire's guard. Nice move by Skog!#REVR#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
McGuire has an active guard here but Skog has managed to pass into half guard. #T4#
Skog slows the pace down in half guard.
McGuire trying to control here.
McGuire is looking to improve his position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Skog lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.

And that's the end of the fight!
Mike McGuire comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well McGuire 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 Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 27:30
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 28:30
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mike McGuire!
After winning the bout, Mike McGuire thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: GKNY 80 - Kinshaw v Donalds
Date: Jul 16, 2016

#R1##TD2#
McGuire throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Palhares tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. McGuire is in Palhares's guard.
McGuire looking to sit in guard and control but Palhares gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
McGuire looking to control.
McGuire bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Palhares's guard. #REVB##SUB#
Palhares is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Palhares has his foot on McGuire's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. McGuire works his way back into a safe position though.
McGuire must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
McGuire content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Palhares avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #SUB#
Palhares looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
McGuire throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
McGuire throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Palhares works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T1#
Palhares is pulling down on McGuire's head. It's preventing any offense from McGuire, at least for the moment.
McGuire lands a couple of elbows.#SUB#
Palhares is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and McGuire defends well.
Palhares is trying to keep McGuire in close. #SUB#
Palhares has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but McGuire can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McGuire passes Palhares's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
McGuire scoring with strikes to the body and head.
McGuire throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Palhares is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
McGuire stalling away here and it's allowed Palhares to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
McGuire lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
McGuire lands a couple of elbows.
McGuire wants to control from the top but Palhares keeps moving.
Palhares wants to sweep but no luck.
Palhares is trying to control the position but McGuire postures up.
McGuire throws an elbow that misses. Palhares uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in McGuire's guard. Nice move by Palhares!#REVR##T3#
McGuire is trying to control the position from the bottom.
McGuire pulls Palhares in close to prevent any damage.
Palhares working some strikes from top position.
McGuire is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
McGuire is trying to hold Palhares in close to prevent damage but Palhares has managed to pass into half guard.
McGuire tries to roll over but Palhares keeps him under control.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Palhares is thwarting McGuire's attempts to control the position.
McGuire is controlling Palhares's position as best he can from this difficult position.
McGuire has a hand on Palhares's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Palhares takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McGuire wants to hold on but Palhares pushes him away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Mike McGuire will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
McGuire looks to clinch #TD#
and Palhares counters with a shoot takedown. McGuire fights it but they end up in guard.
Palhares cracks McGuire with a solid left hand.
McGuire looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
McGuire looking to control.
McGuire controlling Palhares's posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGuire keeping moving, preventing Palhares from controlling successfully. #T1#
McGuire looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
McGuire working a defensive guard but Palhares passes into half guard.
Palhares drops an elbow to the side of McGuire's head. #CUT#
It looks like Mike McGuire has been cut.
McGuire has his hands clasped together around Palhares's back. He's all about the action.
McGuire works his way to full guard. Good work.
McGuire looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T2##SUB2#
McGuire has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Palhares is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for McGuire.
McGuire manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Palhares throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
McGuire makes his way to full guard. A much better position for McGuire.#SUB2#
McGuire throws his legs up looking for a submission but Palhares uses it to pass to side control.
Palhares throwing strikes but McGuire manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control! #T3#
McGuire with the ground and pound but Palhares regains half guard under the barage of strikes.
Palhares avoiding damage under a succession of punches from McGuire.
McGuire looks to land a strike but Palhares avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
McGuire is looking to work some ground and pound but Palhares has wrist control.
Palhares is trying to keep McGuire in close.
McGuire lands a couple of elbows.#SUB#
Palhares is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but McGuire frees his head nicely. Oh but Palhares has switched to an armbar! McGuire is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Lucifer Palhares!
Lucifer Palhares managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Conviction, into his post fight interview.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 11, 2016

#R1#
Storm drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
A chopping leg kick lands by McGuire. #TD#
McGuire closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Storm quickly recovers to half guard.
Storm 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.
McGuire lands with a punch from half guard. #SUB2#
Storm looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
McGuire lands with a punch from half guard. #SUB2#
Storm actively working from the bottom here.
McGuire looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
McGuire 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.
McGuire lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Storm taking some punishment here, with McGuire in his half guard.
Storm tries to kick McGuire off but McGuire keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
McGuire working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McGuire is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Storm tries to roll over but McGuire keeps him under control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1##SUB2#
Storm is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but McGuire pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Storm looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Storm looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Storm is pressing down on McGuire's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Storm is looking to sweep but instead, McGuire has passed into half guard.
McGuire slows the pace down in half guard. #SUB2#
Storm looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
McGuire looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#T2#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Storm tries to roll over but McGuire keeps him under control.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. McGuire lands a nice short elbow.
McGuire wants to pass the guard but Storm is defending well.
McGuire slips a nice elbow through Storm's hands, connecting with Storm's forehead.
Storm is trying to get back to full guard.
Nice strikes from McGuire there.
McGuire slips a nice elbow through Storm's hands, connecting with Storm's forehead.
Storm is staying active underneath McGuire, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB2#
Storm is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but McGuire pulls his head out easily.
McGuire lands strikes from half guard.#SUB2#
Storm looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T3#
Storm is looking to get back to full guard here but McGuire has managed to pass to side control instead.
Storm is looking for a sweep.
McGuire landing a few strikes.
McGuire wants to lay and pray for a moment but Storm keeps working.
McGuire taking a breather here.
Storm is working to avoid the ground and pound but McGuire connects with a decent elbow.
A lull in the action here.
Storm wants to get back to his feet.
Storm is letting McGuire control him for a moment. #T4#
McGuire scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Storm to see if he's OK.
Storm is not content to let McGuire control the position.
Storm is pushing McGuire's head away, looking to escape. McGuire manages to hold on to the position though.
McGuire scores with a couple of short elbows.
McGuire moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Storm is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
McGuire lands an elbow.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mike McGuire dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2##CL#
Storm gets tackled into the cage by McGuire. McGuire maintains the clinch.
Storm blocks a body shot from McGuire.
Storm is working for takedown but McGuire is calmly controlling the position for now.
Storm is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables McGuire to keep the fight standing.
Still in the clinch, McGuire scores with a nice short uppercut.
McGuire lands a hook to the side of the head.
A right hand to the body from McGuire.
I was talking to McGuire's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.#TD#
McGuire works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. #SUB2#
Storm throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
McGuire scoring with punches to the head and body.
McGuire with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
McGuire sitting in guard, not really doing much.
McGuire has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T1#
McGuire working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
McGuire scoring with punches to the head and body.
McGuire lands a couple of digs.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McGuire passes Storm's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Storm tries to roll over but McGuire keeps him under control.
Storm is staying active underneath McGuire, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB2#
Storm is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but McGuire pulls his head out easily.
McGuire looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
McGuire works his way into side control. #T2#
Storm manages to get back to half guard.
McGuire is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Storm is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
McGuire scoring with strikes but Storm is staying in there.
BOOM! McGuire connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Storm is looking to improve his position but McGuire isn't that keen on the idea.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McGuire can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Storm is looking to escape.
Storm is looking to get to half guard.#T3#
The referee warns Storm that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
McGuire with the ground and pound from mount.
McGuire lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
McGuire postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Storm looks a forlorn figure.
McGuire pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.#ROC#
Storm is rocked!
McGuire controlling his opponent.
Storm is still in real trouble! Can McGuire finish him?
Oooooh, big shot lands for McGuire! Storm is hurt baaadly! McGuire is firing away with more strikes - Storm is covering up... the ref is warning him to do something. He's just covering up though still and the ref has to step in to end the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:49 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mike McGuire!
During a confident post fight interview, Mike McGuire thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 04, 2016

#R1#
McGuire thuds his shin into the meat of Thompson's side.
Thompson misses with a double jab #TD#
and McGuire counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
McGuire scoring with punches to the head and body.
Thompson working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from McGuire.
McGuire passes Thompson's left leg - he's now in half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Well, if McGuire is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
McGuire working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGuire throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
McGuire landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
McGuire content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T1#
McGuire'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.
Thompson on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
McGuire trying to control the pace. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
McGuire is pressing down on Thompson's thigh, looking to free his foot. Thompson is holding on for now.
McGuire lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
McGuire drops an elbow to the side of Thompson's head.
McGuire slips a nice elbow through Thompson's hands, connecting with Thompson's forehead.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McGuire working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
McGuire controlling the pace. #T3#
McGuire winds up and cracks Thompson with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #SUB#
McGuire looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
McGuire slows the pace down in half guard.
McGuire seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Thompson for as long as he can get away with.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
McGuire works his way into side control.
McGuire takes a little break here. Thompson wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
McGuire scoring with punches from side control.
McGuire landing strikes.
Thompson on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McGuire is staying tight to Thompson's torso, preventing him from escaping.
McGuire working the ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mike McGuire dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Thompson misses with a shot to the body #TD#
and McGuire counters with a big slam followed by a series of strikes - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Slam). Mike McGuire!
A very excited looking Mike McGuire 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: VCL Fight Night: 35
Date: May 08, 2016

#R1#
A looping hook to the body misses from McGuire. Alderich does a little dance to reset his feet.
McGuire throws a leg kick that misses.
McGuire throws a nice inside leg kick.
McGuire's coach down at River's Edge Gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on McGuire's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Alderich throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling McGuire to counter with a crisp jab.
Alderich tries a head kick but it misses.
A swing and a miss from Alderich.
Alderich checks a low kick from McGuire.
Alderich throws a leg kick #TD2#
and McGuire counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Alderich trying to control here.
Alderich slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB#
Alderich is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
McGuire scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#T1#
McGuire missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Alderich pulls McGuire in to control the position. #SUB#
Alderich is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
McGuire postures up in Alderich's guard and throws a big left but Alderich blocks it.
McGuire engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB#
Alderich is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and McGuire defends well.
McGuire works over Alderich with some ground and pound from guard.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Alderich working a defensive guard here.
McGuire tries to free his leg and advance position but Alderich is retaining full guard.
McGuire wants to control from the top but Alderich keeps moving.
Alderich lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Alderich trying to control the position from guard on top but McGuire is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McGuire seems keen to control Alderich's posture.
McGuire keeping moving, preventing Alderich from controlling successfully. #T3#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
McGuire 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.
McGuire keeping moving, preventing Alderich from controlling successfully.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
McGuire trying to control the position.
McGuire keeping moving, preventing Alderich from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
McGuire tries to clinch
and Alderich counters with a nice body shot.
McGuire moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#T4#
A head kick misses from Alderich.
McGuire was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Alderich scores with a shot to the body.
Alderich misses with a wild body shot.
McGuire connects with an inside leg kick.
Alderich thumps McGuire with a low kick.
McGuire throws a half hearted mid kick.
A slapping leg kick lands for McGuire.
McGuire looks to score with a jab to the body but Alderich is just out of range.
McGuire blocks a head kick by Alderich.
Alderich backing away here, and McGuire unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Alderich lands a really nice looking cross but McGuire seems unphased.
This has been an exciting period of action!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Alderich looks to land a body kick but McGuire moved away.
Alderich misses with a head kick.
A little jabbing left from McGuire on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
McGuire misses with a body shot.
Liber Alderich is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Good standup being displayed there by Alderich as he connects with a hook.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Mike McGuire 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#
McGuire scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
McGuire takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
McGuire misses with an uppercut. Alderich saw that one coming.
Alderich avoids a kick to the body.
McGuire keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Alderich scores with a push kick.
McGuire throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Alderich throws a nice inside leg kick.
Alderich throws a body kick, spinning off balance#TD2#
and McGuire counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by McGuire.
McGuire pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Alderich is keeping the position for now.
McGuire works over Alderich with some ground and pound from guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB#
McGuire avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
McGuire works over Alderich with some ground and pound from guard.#T1##SUB#
Alderich has his foot on McGuire's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. McGuire works his way back into a safe position though.
McGuire with a nice head shot there.#SUB#
McGuire got a little sloppy there for a moment and Alderich has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, McGuire has managed to get both his arms back between Alderich's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Alderich working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. McGuire doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Alderich is tightening it up a little... McGuire has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! McGuire reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! McGuire taps out! Nice BJJ there by Alderich!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:48 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Liber Alderich!
Liber Alderich decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: VCL Fight Night: 32
Date: Apr 17, 2016

#R1#
McGuire keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#TD2#
Newton shoots in and bounces McGuire off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Newton slips nicely into half guard.
McGuire is controlling Newton's trapped leg to prevent Newton from advancing to side control.
Newton wants to pass to mount but McGuire is defending the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Newton is looking for a kimura but McGuire is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Newton to get the leverage.
McGuire tries to get to full guard but Newton has control of the leg. #T1##SUB2#
Newton is working for a kimura but McGuire is defending it quite comfortably.
McGuire gets full guard.
McGuire controlling Newton's posture.
Newton trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but McGuire manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR#
McGuire makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
McGuire showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T2#
McGuire throws a big elbow that misses.
McGuire keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Newton's head.#SUB2#
Newton working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. McGuire doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. McGuire manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Newton wants to sweep but no luck.
McGuire chips away with some ground and pound.
McGuire stays in close to Newton's body and controls the position.
McGuire trying to control the position from guard on top but Newton is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McGuire pushing down on Newton's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T3#
Newton gets full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Newton wants to sweep but no luck.
McGuire passes into half guard.
Well, if McGuire is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Nice strikes from McGuire there.
McGuire has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
McGuire wants to take a breather but Newton is having none of it.
McGuire not doing much here.
Newton has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. McGuire is working away from the top position though.#T4#
McGuire moves nicely into side control.
McGuire scoring with punches from side control.
McGuire landing a few strikes.
Newton on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
McGuire scoring with punches from side control. #ROC#
Newton is rocked!
McGuire in side control here. He's dropped a big elbow there and Newton looks hurt! Oh, he is hurt! McGuire turns on the heat and pounds him out for a TKO victory! Good killer instinct there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mike McGuire!
Mike McGuire made sure to mention his sponsor, Victory Fight Wear in his post fight interview.

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