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Event: TWG 38 (135lbs, D3): Las Vegas Qualifier - Round 1     
Date:   Nov 04, 2022





170 cm
18 yrs
140 lbs



159 cm
49 yrs
141 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Mae Joon! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 6 losses; Alejandro Sepulveda!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Franklin, Cecil Peabody and Gwen Towbar.


The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Sepulveda looking to score a takedown here. Joon is defending well but Sepulveda drives through and ends up in Joon's guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Joon (0) vs (2) Sepulveda
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.
Sepulveda trying to control but Joon is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Joon has his foot on Sepulveda's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Sepulveda works his way back into a safe position though.
Joon keeping moving, preventing Sepulveda from controlling successfully.
Joon definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Sepulveda might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Joon haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#SUB#
Joon escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Sepulveda gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Joon wants to sweep here but Sepulveda controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Joon has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Sepulveda can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T1#
Joon keeping moving, preventing Sepulveda from controlling successfully.
Sepulveda is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB#
Joon is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Sepulveda defends well.#SUB#
Sepulveda got a little sloppy there for a moment and Joon has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Sepulveda has managed to get both his arms back between Joon's legs - danger averted.#T2##SUB#
Joon looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB2#
Sepulveda drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Joon manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Sepulveda has Joon in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Joon (2) vs (2) Sepulveda
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Sepulveda has his foot on Joon's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Joon works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Joon has gone for a leg lock! Sepulveda slips out almost immediately though and dives into Joon's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Joon (2) vs (4) Sepulveda
Sepulveda really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Joon. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Joon working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Sepulveda doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Sepulveda manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Joon is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Sepulveda defends well.#T3##SUB#
Joon is looking for a triangle but Sepulveda pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Sepulveda is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Joon has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Sepulveda is looking to defend but Joon has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Sepulveda! Joon pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Sepulveda taps out and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Mae Joon!

 

Event: AKF FN | Phoenix vs. Yalixqua     
Date:   Sep 30, 2022
#R1#
Hernandez connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Sepulveda throws a body kick, spinning off balance
letting Hernandez counter with a right hand. #CUT#It looks like Alejandro Sepulveda has been cut.
Hernandez uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sepulveda.
We've been hearing reports that Hernandez has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Hernandez keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab. #ROC#Sepulveda is rocked!
Sepulveda tries to get into range but Hernandez steps to the side and lands a beautiful hook that drops Sepulveda! He's faceplanted into the mat, ass in the air... he's out cold! That's an image he won't want to show his grandkids when he gets older! Hernandez scores the big KO victory!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Arturo Hernandez!
After the fight, Arturo Hernandez was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

 

Event: AKF FN | Benedetti vs. Taz     
Date:   Sep 16, 2022
#R1#
Sepulveda misses the shot to the body.
Huust definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sepulveda. Huust does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sepulveda takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Huust misses with a body shot.
Sepulveda now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Huust pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Sepulveda back to the ropes. Huust follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
A slapping leg kick lands for Huust.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sepulveda. Huust does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sepulveda throws a body punch but Huust moves out of range.
Sepulveda scores with a body shot.
Sepulveda throws a head kick that misses.
Huust takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The fighters circling - Sepulveda throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Sepulveda misses with a straight right.
Huust lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sepulveda. Huust does a little dance to reset his feet.
A nice inside leg kick there by Huust. That's going to slow Sepulveda down.
Huust lands a glancing blow to the side of Sepulveda's head.
Huust lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#T1#
Sepulveda throws a lazy body kick
enabling Huust to counter with a crisp jab.
Huust fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Sepulveda pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Huust cracks Sepulveda with a good jab.
Huust scores with a nice strike.
Reico Huust is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Huust paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Huust's corner calls for a 1-2. Huust obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Sepulveda looks to throw a body kick
and Huust counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Sepulveda is looking to land body kicks.
Good standup being displayed there by Huust as he connects with a hook.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sepulveda jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Huust lands with a right hand.
Sepulveda misses with a body shot.
Sepulveda is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Huust rather than just go for the knockout.
Huust throws out a powerful jab.
Huust lands with an overhand left.#ROC#Sepulveda is rocked!
Reico Huust seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Huust throws a shot to the body.
A solid leg kick lands there for Huust. #T2#
Sepulveda takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Huust with a nice cross.
Sepulveda is still on wobbly legs! Can Huust finish him?
Huust scores with a sloppy right hand. Sepulveda should have avoided that one.
Huust thuds his shin into the meat of Sepulveda's side.
Huust wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Huust lands a nice leg kick that just misses Sepulveda's sensitive parts.
Huust bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Sepulveda's head backwards.
Huust cracks Sepulveda with a perfect right hand that drops him to the mat! Sepulveda is sitting up but I can't see if he's OK from my position. The referee's count has reached 5,6,7 and Sepulveda is still not up. Can he make it? 8,9,10! He's out! Sepulveda could not beat the count!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Reico Huust!

 

Event: AKF FN     
Date:   Sep 02, 2022
#R1#
Sepulveda wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
La De Hoya thuds his right hand into Sepulveda's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Sepulveda misses with a body shot.
La De Hoya misses with a body kick.
La De Hoya avoids the body shot from Sepulveda.
La De Hoya misses with an attempted mid kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sepulveda. La De Hoya does a little dance to reset his feet.
Marious La De Hoya seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A bone on bone clash there as La De Hoya blocks the leg kick.
Sepulveda steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from La De Hoya. That one must have hurt.
Sepulveda just misses with a punch to the body.
Sepulveda throws a leg kick but La De Hoya moved away.
Sepulveda just misses with a punch to the body.
La De Hoya is looking to counter punch.
Sepulveda on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Sepulveda misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from La De Hoya.
Sepulveda takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Sepulveda tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Sepulveda looks to throw the jab but La De Hoya is out of range.
Sepulveda misses with a body kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
La De Hoya throws a leg kick which misses Sepulveda's front leg but catches the back leg as Sepulveda tries to avoid it.
Sepulveda throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
La De Hoya ducks under a wild hook from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda takes a swing at La De Hoya's ribcage but misses. #T1#
Sepulveda misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from La De Hoya.
La De Hoya throwing a counter right hand but Sepulveda manages to avoid it.
A low kick lands for La De Hoya.
La De Hoya is looking to clinch but Sepulveda is avoiding it.
Sepulveda swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sepulveda stuns La De Hoya with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Sepulveda is looking to chop away at La De Hoya's legs.
Sepulveda waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract La De Hoya.
Nice defenses there by La De Hoya.
Sepulveda throws the kick towards the body but La De Hoya avoids it.
A counter left hand to the body from La De Hoya misses its target.
Sepulveda on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
A slow jab from Sepulveda misses its intended target.
La De Hoya quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Sepulveda throws a body kick that misses.
Sepulveda ducks down and throws a hook to the body but La De Hoya moves away.#CL#
La De Hoya closes the distance and clinches.
La De Hoya doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Knees in the clinch landing for La De Hoya.
A frustrated look appears on Sepulveda's face as he tries to break the clinch. #T2#
La De Hoya landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Sepulveda swings wildly with an uppercut but La De Hoya uses good head movement to avoid it.
La De Hoya misses with a body punch.
La De Hoya blocking some punches.
Nice elbow from La De Hoya.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
La De Hoya blocking some punches.
La De Hoya misses with a hook to the ribs.
La De Hoya landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Sepulveda has a couple of punches blocked by La De Hoya. #BC2#
Sepulveda breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
La De Hoya connects with a solid leg kick.
Sepulveda tries to work over La De Hoya's front leg with a kick but La De Hoya checks it.
La De Hoya lands with a thumping leg kick.
Sepulveda looks to score with a jab to the body but La De Hoya is just out of range.
Sepulveda throws a leg kick but La De Hoya sees it coming and checks it nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Marious La De Hoya will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
La De Hoya lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Sepulveda fakes high and swings low for a body shot but La De Hoya manages to avoid it.
Sepulveda misses with a hook.
Sepulveda chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before La De Hoya can pounce on him.
Sepulveda fakes high and swings low for a body shot but La De Hoya manages to avoid it.
La De Hoya blocks the body kick.
La De Hoya seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Sepulveda throws a push kick but La De Hoya slaps the foot to one side.
Good shot there by La De Hoya.
La De Hoya scores with a sloppy right hand. Sepulveda should have avoided that one.
Sepulveda throws an uppercut from half a mile away. La De Hoya sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Sepulveda tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Sepulveda 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.
Sepulveda misses the shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters circle momentarily. Sepulveda darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
La De Hoya takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Sepulveda misses with a looping right.
La De Hoya doesn't manage to clinch there - Sepulveda circles away.
Sepulveda throws a fast counter high kick but La De Hoya manages to duck under it in time.
Sepulveda throws a body punch but La De Hoya moves out of range.
It looked like La De Hoya wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T1#
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from La De Hoya. Sepulveda shrugs it off though.
Sepulveda is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
La De Hoya slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
La De Hoya scores with a shot to the body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
La De Hoya checks a low kick from Sepulveda.
La De Hoya's Muay Thai looks sharper than normal. He has obviously been working on it in the gym.
La De Hoya lands a slapping body shot.
Sepulveda looks to score with a jab to the body but La De Hoya is just out of range.
La De Hoya throws a nice inside leg kick.
La De Hoya throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena. #CL#
La De Hoya has Sepulveda up against the ropes in a clinch.
La De Hoya keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Sepulveda's efforts to push away.
Sepulveda wants to break the clinch but can't.
La De Hoya scores with a hook to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Sepulveda fails to land.
La De Hoya lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Sepulveda backwards.
Sepulveda is trying to force a seperation but La De Hoya has the dominant position.#T2#
Sepulveda misses with some punches.
A nice glancing elbow lands by La De Hoya.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sepulveda avoiding damage as La De Hoya throws knees to the body.
Sepulveda tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
La De Hoya tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Sepulveda avoids it.
Sepulveda tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A nice left hand lands by La De Hoya.
A head punch on the inside from Sepulveda fails to land.
La De Hoya blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Sepulveda tries to circle away but La De Hoya has him pinned against the ropes.
La De Hoya is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sepulveda can do to turn this around?
A right hand to the body from La De Hoya.
A shot in the inside from La De Hoya.
Marious La De Hoya has scored more points in the clinch so far.
La De Hoya lands a shoulder strike.
A head punch on the inside from Sepulveda fails to land.
La De Hoya blocks an uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Marious La De Hoya dominated that second round.
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#
La De Hoya thumps Sepulveda with a low kick.
Marious La De Hoya is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Sepulveda is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down La De Hoya rather than just go for the knockout.
Sepulveda throws a shot from downtown. La De Hoya moves away and avoids it.
La De Hoya's jab looks to have found its range, popping Sepulveda under the eye.
Sepulveda misses with a low kick.
Sepulveda 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.
An attempted straight right counter from La De Hoya misses the target.
Sepulveda throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
La De Hoya scores with a kick to the midsection.
Sepulveda throws the kick towards the body but La De Hoya avoids it.
La De Hoya throws a quick inside leg kick.
A thudding body kick lands there by La De Hoya!
Sepulveda takes a swing at La De Hoya's ribcage but misses.
Sepulveda takes a swing at La De Hoya's ribcage but misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A swing and a miss from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sepulveda misses with a body kick.
Jab from La De Hoya.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
La De Hoya fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Sepulveda.
Sepulveda dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T1#
Sepulveda swings for the body but La De Hoya moves out of range.
Sepulveda misses the shot to the body. #CL#
Sepulveda gets tackled into the ropes by La De Hoya. La De Hoya maintains the clinch.
La De Hoya blocks an uppercut.
Sepulveda takes a knee to the side of the body.
Sepulveda swings wildly with an uppercut but La De Hoya uses good head movement to avoid it.
A head punch on the inside from Sepulveda fails to land.
Alejandro Sepulveda has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sepulveda.
Knees in the clinch landing for La De Hoya.
Sepulveda misses with a short punch on the inside.
Sepulveda tries to break the clinch but La De Hoya is controlling the position.
La De Hoya has Sepulveda pressed against the ropes, preventing Sepulveda from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
La De Hoya working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Sepulveda's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Sepulveda has a couple of punches blocked by La De Hoya. #T2#
Sepulveda takes a shot to the head.
Sepulveda fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Sepulveda working aggressively here. #BC2#
Sepulveda breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Marious La De Hoya is winning the standup battle so far.
Sepulveda on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by La De Hoya. La De Hoya obviously looking to wear him down.
La De Hoya connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Sepulveda momentarily.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sepulveda throws a body punch but La De Hoya moves out of range.
A solid leg kick lands there for La De Hoya.
La De Hoya uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sepulveda.
La De Hoya slips a straight right by Sepulveda.
La De Hoya with a jab.
Sepulveda fakes high and swings low for a body shot but La De Hoya manages to avoid it.
Sepulveda misses with a wild body shot.
Sepulveda throws a chopping leg kick but La De Hoya manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Sepulveda throws a body shot but no joy.

And that's the end of the fight!
Marious La De Hoya showed his dominance in that final round.
Well La De Hoya 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 Seu Braga scores the fight 30:27
Judge Thiago Cunha scores the fight 30:27
Judge Daniel Cesar scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Marious La De Hoya!

Marious La De Hoya was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

 

Event: AKFN FN 2     
Date:   Aug 26, 2022
#R1#
Sepulveda fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Sepulveda thumps Gomez with a low kick.
Nice uppercut lands for Sepulveda. That snapped Gomez's head back.
Gomez misses with a lunging right hand #KD#
and Sepulveda counters with a perfectly timed counter left hook that drops Gomez to the mat, face first! Sepulveda goes to the neutral corner and waits for the referee to start the count. Gomez is back to hise feet already though and looking to continue the bout! Exciting stuff!#ROC#Gomez is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sepulveda throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Gomez sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Gomez is still on wobbly legs! Can Sepulveda finish him?
Sepulveda moves out of range as Gomez strikes.
A counter left hand to the body from Sepulveda misses its target.
Sepulveda is stalking his opponent - BOOM! Switch kick out of nowhere! Gomez is not moving; he is out cold!! Wow, what a quick finish that was.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Alejandro Sepulveda!
After winning the bout, Alejandro Sepulveda thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: AKF FN | Tharrier vs. Dimitrov     
Date:   Aug 05, 2022
#R1#
Sepulveda misses with a kick to the body.
A shot to the body from Sepulveda misses
and Por Pramuk counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Por Pramuk moves out of range as Sepulveda throws a body kick.
Por Pramuk is looking to slow Sepulveda down with leg kicks.
Por Pramuk scoring well with a low kick there.
Por Pramuk scores with the left hand. Sepulveda knows he should have avoided that one.
Sepulveda misses with an uppercut
and Por Pramuk counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Por Pramuk lands a nice leg kick that just misses Sepulveda's sensitive parts.
Sepulveda blocks a head kick by Por Pramuk.
Sepulveda throws a body kick that misses
letting Por Pramuk counter with a right hand.
Por Pramuk ducks under a wild hook from Sepulveda.
Por Pramuk scores with a jab.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Por Pramuk throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Sepulveda throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sepulveda misses with a body shot.
Por Pramuk pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Sepulveda back to the ropes. Por Pramuk follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.#ROC#Sepulveda is rocked!#T1#
Por Pramuk scores with a nice strike.
Sepulveda is still on wobbly legs! Can Por Pramuk finish him?
Sepulveda just misses with a punch to the body.
Por Pramuk is stalking his opponent - BOOM! Switch kick out of nowhere! Sepulveda is not moving; he is out cold!! Wow, what a quick finish that was.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:12 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Dieselnoi Por Pramuk!
A relieved looking Dieselnoi Por Pramuk thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

 

Event: AKF FN | Sandoval vs. Kim     
Date:   Jul 08, 2022
#R1#
Sepulveda swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sepulveda lands with a nice body punch.
Sanchez takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Sanchez looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Sepulveda throws a predictable looking body shot
and Sanchez counters with a three punch combo that has Sepulveda backing up. Sepulveda nods at Sanchez to acknowledge the strikes.
Sepulveda swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sepulveda misses the shot to the body.
Sanchez steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda misses with a looping right.
Sanchez misses with a few strikes there.
Sepulveda shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Sepulveda swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sepulveda is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Sanchez rather than just go for the knockout.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sepulveda. Sanchez does a little dance to reset his feet.
A swing and a miss from Sepulveda.
Sanchez throws a right and a left that Sepulveda avoids nicely.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Danga de danga de dang - Sanchez scores with a four punch combination!
Sanchez scores with a jab to the head.
Sanchez swinging wildly here.
Sanchez is breathing heavily.
Sanchez lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt! #T1#
Sepulveda waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Sanchez.
Sanchez takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Sanchez checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Sanchez throws a nice looking combination but Sepulveda bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
A combination from Sanchez does no damage.
Sepulveda throws a body kick that misses.
Sepulveda throws a shot from downtown. Sanchez moves away and avoids it.
A cross from Sanchez lands.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda misses the shot to the body.
Sanchez avoids the body shot from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda throws a half hearted mid kick.
Sanchez throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda looks to score with a jab to the body but Sanchez is just out of range.
Sepulveda misses with a wild body shot.
Sepulveda misses with a wild body shot.
It looked like Sanchez wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Sanchez connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Sepulveda's hands.#T2#
Sepulveda throws a body shot but no joy.
Sepulveda avoids a punch combination nicely.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sepulveda swings for the body but Sanchez moves out of range.
Sanchez ducks under a wild hook from Sepulveda.
Sanchez misses with a series of wild punches.
Sanchez avoids a kick to the body.
Sepulveda gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Sanchez counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Sanchez avoids the body shot from Sepulveda.
Luis Sanchez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sanchez avoids the body shot from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Sepulveda looks to score with a jab to the body but Sanchez is just out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sanchez scores with a crisp jab that stopped Sepulveda in his tracks.
Sanchez throws a series of punches but Sepulveda avoids them all with ease.
Sanchez misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A nice side step and Sepulveda releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Sepulveda just misses with a punch to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Luis Sanchez dominated that round.
That's time! Sanchez's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Sanchez ducks under a wild hook from Sepulveda.
Sanchez is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Sepulveda looks to land a body kick but Sanchez moved away.
Sepulveda tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sanchez was well out of range. Poor timing from Sepulveda.
Sanchez swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Good shot there by Sanchez.
Sanchez will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Sepulveda swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sanchez scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Sanchez ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Sanchez scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Sepulveda tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sanchez was well out of range. Poor timing from Sepulveda.
Sanchez is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Sanchez ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A little feinted left hand from Sanchez on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Sepulveda goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Luis Sanchez is winning the standup battle so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A jab from Sepulveda misses.
Sanchez appears to be looking for a big counter.
Sepulveda misses with a body kick.
Sanchez throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Sepulveda fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Sanchez looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Sanchez's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Sanchez duly obliges. #T1#
Sanchez throws a series of punches but Sepulveda avoids them all with ease.
Sepulveda flicks out a counter leg kick but Sanchez steps away.
A punch combination from Sanchez misses.
Sepulveda throws a body shot but no joy.
Sepulveda throws a jab when Sanchez was well out of range.
Sepulveda throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sepulveda throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A combination from Sanchez does no damage.
Sepulveda misses the shot to the body.
Sanchez throws a big counter combination but Sepulveda scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Nice defenses there by Sanchez.
Sanchez moves out of range of the body kick from Sepulveda.
Sanchez keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sanchez lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Sanchez misses with a two punch combination.
Sepulveda swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sepulveda misses with a body shot.
A combination from Sanchez does no damage.
Sepulveda now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Sanchez slips under a jab.
Luis Sanchez is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T2#
Sanchez swinging wildly here.
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!
Sepulveda throws the kick towards the body but Sanchez avoids it.
Sanchez misses with a jab, cross combination.
Sepulveda pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Sepulveda looks for the body kick but Sanchez saw that one coming.
Sepulveda swings for the body but Sanchez moves out of range.
Sanchez went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Sanchez moves into range and connects with a jab.
Sanchez misses with a combination
and Sanchez takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Sanchez is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Sanchez slips a straight right by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Sanchez uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda throws the left hand but Sanchez avoids the punch easily.
Sanchez ducks under a wild hook from Sepulveda.
Sanchez takes a swing at Sepulveda's ribcage but misses.
Sepulveda looks to score with a jab to the body but Sanchez is just out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Luis Sanchez 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. This is the final round!#R3#
Sepulveda looks to score with a jab to the body but Sanchez is just out of range.
Sepulveda lands a right hook to the body.
Sanchez uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda takes a swing at Sanchez's ribcage but misses.
Sepulveda throws a body punch but Sanchez moves out of range.
Sepulveda scores with a jab to the body.
Sanchez moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Sanchez lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Sepulveda jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Sanchez lands with an uppercut that bounces Sepulveda off the ropes and back into range.
Sanchez slips a straight right by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda clobbers Sanchez with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Sepulveda throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Sanchez looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sanchez takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Sanchez looks to throw the jab but Sepulveda is out of range.
Sepulveda misses with a looping right.
Sepulveda misses the shot to the body. #T1#
Sepulveda looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Sepulveda throws a jab when Sanchez was well out of range.
Sanchez throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Sanchez rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Sepulveda moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Sepulveda misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sanchez.
Sepulveda swings for the body but Sanchez moves out of range.
Sanchez takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Sanchez throws a right and a left that Sepulveda avoids nicely.
Alejandro Sepulveda has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Sepulveda tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sanchez was well out of range. Poor timing from Sepulveda.
Sanchez feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Sepulvedas jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Sepulveda misses with a body shot.
Sepulveda swings for the body but Sanchez moves out of range.
Sepulveda throws a body shot but no joy.
Sepulveda throws a low kick, looking for Sanchez's leg but Sanchez calmly moves out of range.
Sanchez moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Sanchez uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sepulveda. #T2#
Sanchez takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Sanchez walks into a stiff left hand from Sepulveda.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sepulveda throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sanchez sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Sanchez avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Sanchez throws a right hand that Sepulveda ducks under and follows up with a left that Sepulveda also avoids with ease.
Sepulveda ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Sepulveda misses with a low kick.
Nice body punch from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda throws a big shot that misses.
Sanchez scores with a crisp jab that stopped Sepulveda in his tracks.
Sepulveda tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sanchez was well out of range. Poor timing from Sepulveda.
A nice combination there by Sanchez.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sanchez shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Sepulveda eats them both and turns towards Sanchez to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Luis Sanchez is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Sanchez uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sepulveda.
Sanchez throws a nice looking combination but Sepulveda bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Sepulveda ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sanchez moves away.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Alejandro Sepulveda.
Well Sanchez 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Luis Sanchez!

Luis Sanchez took to the mic in his post fight interview and said 'I'm the baddest motherfucker alive! Who the fuck is you?'.

 

Event: AKF FN | RooMan vs. Chai     
Date:   Jul 01, 2022
#R1#
Terri is looking to clinch but Sepulveda is avoiding it.
Terri looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!
Terri keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda misses the shot to the body.
Sepulveda scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Sepulveda scores with a jab.#ROC#Terri is rocked!
Sepulveda fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Terri manages to avoid it.
Terri is still on wobbly legs! Can Sepulveda finish him?
Sepulveda throws a body shot but no joy.
Sepulveda tries to land a front kick but Terri steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Terri misses with a wild combination.
Terri moves out of range of the body kick from Sepulveda.
A low kick from Terri is predictable there
and Sepulveda counters with a leg kick.
Sepulveda takes a swing at Terri's ribcage but misses.
Sepulveda lands a head shot.
Terri doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Sepulveda scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Terri doesn't seem bothered though. #T1#
Sepulveda misses with a body shot.
Sepulveda looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Sepulveda misses with an uppercut. Terri saw that one coming.
Terri flicks out a counter leg kick but Sepulveda steps away.
Sepulveda misses with a wild body shot.
Sepulveda throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sepulveda swings for the body but Terri moves out of range.
Sepulveda scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Sepulveda throws a body shot but no joy.
Both fighters circling a little - Sepulveda finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Sepulveda connects with a quick right hand that sends Terri tumbling backwards onto the canvas! As his head bounces into the ropes, it doesn't look good for him beating the count! 3,4,5,6,7 and he's up! No, he's back down again! This one is all over - the referee has called off the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Alejandro Sepulveda!
Alejandro Sepulveda thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: AKF FN | Kim vs. Elizondo     
Date:   Jun 03, 2022
#R1#
Neich cracks Sepulveda with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Neich definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Sepulveda throws a body shot but no joy.
Sepulveda drops his hands momentarily and Neich takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
A big right from Neich misses.
Neich connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Sepulveda momentarily.
Neich slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Sepulveda keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Neich.
Neich lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Neich throws a series of punches but Sepulveda avoids them all with ease.
Neich tests Sepulveda's chin there with a solid looking shot.
A big left from Neich misses.
Neich with a body punch. A glancing blow.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sepulveda scores with a body shot.
Neich is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Sepulveda throws a lazy uppercut
and Neich counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Sepulveda moves out of range as Neich strikes.
Sepulveda throws a body punch but Neich moves out of range.
Sepulveda gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Neich.
Neich dips to his left and cracks Sepulveda with an uppercut!
Sepulveda throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Neich throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Sepulveda moves forwards but Neich connects with a nice, crisp jab.#T1#
Neich scores with a punch to the head.
Lester Neich is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Sepulveda jabs at Neich's body.
Nice shot lands for Neich.
Sepulveda swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A jab from Sepulveda does it's job there.
Neich bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Sepulveda's head.
Sepulveda loads up on a big right hand but Neich slips the punch.
Neich connects with a looping right hand.
Neich lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Sepulveda at a distance.
Sepulveda connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
A shot to the body from Sepulveda misses
letting Neich counter with a right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Neich getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Neich lands a jab.
Neich connects with a right hand. Sepulveda shakes it off.
Neich misses with an uppercut. Sepulveda saw that one coming.
Sepulveda misses with a hook.
Nice straight punches there by Neich. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Neich.
Neich lands a slapping body shot. #T2#
Neich throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sepulveda sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Neich scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Neich connects with a right hand. Sepulveda shakes it off.
A slow jab from Sepulveda misses its intended target.
Neich jabs Sepulveda to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Neich is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Neich thuds his right hand into Sepulveda's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Neich cracks Sepulveda with a good jab.
Sepulveda has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Neich takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Neich works Sepulveda's body with a nice hook.
Sepulveda pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Neich throws an overhand right that lands on Sepulveda's shoulder, as Sepulveda tries to avoid the shot.
Sepulveda slips under a jab.
Neich takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Neich lands a jab-cross combination.
Sepulveda takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Neich misses with the combination.
Sepulveda takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lester Neich dominated that round.
That's time! Neich's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Sepulveda throws a jab but it's blocked by Neich.
Sepulveda keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Neich.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sepulveda. Neich does a little dance to reset his feet.
Neich is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Sepulveda takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Neich is pinned up against the ropes taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
A nice leg kick lands there from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda throws a sloppy head kick and Neich moves out of range easily.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Neich, as that shot connected.
Neich throws out a loose jab but Sepulveda uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sepulveda keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A lazy body kick from Sepulveda
and Neich counters with a straight right hand.
Sepulveda takes one on the button.
Sepulveda tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Neich was well out of range. Poor timing from Sepulveda.
Neich bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Neich keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Neich is looking to counter punch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Neich scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Neich moves out of range of the body kick.
Sepulveda misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Neich.
Nice straight punches there by Neich. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Neich.#T1#
Neich lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Neich scores with a jab to the body.
Sepulveda tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Neich was well out of range. Poor timing from Sepulveda.
Neich takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Sepulveda slips a straight right by Neich.
Sepulveda has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Sepulveda there as he acknowledges the shot.
Nice defenses there by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Neich lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Neich.
Neich cracks a nice hook into Sepulveda's ribs.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Neich's jab looks to have found its range, popping Sepulveda under the eye.
Neich is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sepulveda can do to turn this around?
Sepulveda moves forwards but Neich connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Sepulveda takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Neich lands a jab to Sepulveda's midsection.
A shot to the liver by Neich. Beautiful body shot.
Neich shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Sepulveda eats them both and turns towards Neich to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Lester Neich seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sepulveda lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Neich throws a one two combo. #T2#
Neich keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Neich connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Neich scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Sepulveda throws a shot from downtown. Neich moves away and avoids it.
Neich was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Lester Neich is winning the standup battle so far.
Sepulveda fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Neich manages to avoid it.
As Sepulveda looks to move away, Neich throws a big counter combo but Sepulveda just gets out of the way.
Neich lands with a nice combination. Sepulveda backs away looking to recover.
Sepulveda lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Neich at a distance.
Neich uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sepulveda.
Neich feints a jab promting Sepulveda to slip. Neich then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Sepulveda slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Sepulveda misses with a wild body shot.
Sepulveda looking to land some kicks to the body here.
No joy there for Neich, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Sepulveda takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Sepulveda fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Neich manages to avoid it.
Sepulveda fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Neich manages to avoid it.
An attempted straight right counter from Neich misses the target.
Neich clobbers Sepulveda with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Sepulveda drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lester Neich dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Neich lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Sepulveda shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Neich lands a right hook to the body.
Sepulveda swings away with a body shot that misses
and Neich counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Neich lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Neich takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Jab from Neich.
Sepulveda misses with a hook. Neich ducked under it nicely.
Sepulveda takes one to the side of the head.
A jab from Neich finds it's way through Sepulveda's defenses.
Sepulveda throws a hook but Neich avoids it easily.
Neich bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Sepulveda's head backwards.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sepulveda loads up on a big right hand but Neich slips the punch.
Neich is looking to counter punch.
Neich lands a jab to the head.
Neich connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Neich uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Sepulveda missing with a left hand there. Neich was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Sepulveda is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Neich rather than just go for the knockout.
Sepulveda throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T1#
Sepulveda throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Neich thuds a left hand into Sepulveda's body.
Sepulveda with a nice calf kick.
Sepulveda tries to score with a low kick but Neich moves his leg out of the way.
Neich wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Sepulveda looks for the body kick but Neich saw that one coming.
Sepulveda looking to land some kicks to the body here.
A punch lands to the side of Sepulveda 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Sepulveda walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Alejandro Sepulveda has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Sepulveda ducks under a wild hook from Neich.
It seemed like Sepulveda was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Nice body punch from Neich.
Sepulveda is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Neich.
Neich uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Sepulveda has time to react.
Sepulveda swings for the body but Neich moves out of range.
Neich keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
The crowd cheers as Neich lands an impressive looking overhand right. Sepulveda doesn't seem phased though.
Neich lands a nice shot that snaps Sepulveda's head back.
Neich scores with a jab. Sepulveda acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #T2#
Sepulveda looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Neich works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Sepulveda drops his hands momentarily and Neich takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Neich uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Sepulveda has time to react.
Sepulveda has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#ROC#Sepulveda is rocked!
Sepulveda moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Sepulveda is still on wobbly legs! Can Neich finish him?
Neich lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Sepulveda takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Sepulveda takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Neich ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Sepulveda throws a hook to the side of Neich's head but Neich sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Sepulveda throws a body kick that misses.
Neich fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Sepulveda throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Neich sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Neich scores with a big combo that sends Sepulveda crashing to the mat! He's still conscious but the referee has seen enough as Sepulveda flops around uncontrollably and he's called an end to the fight! Neich jumps onto the ropes and throws his mouthpiece into the crowd. Gross.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:43 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lester Neich!
A very excited looking Lester Neich 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: AKF 49 | Diego vs. Durand 2     
Date:   Apr 23, 2022
#R1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Guillermo. Sepulveda does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sepulveda ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Guillermo moves away.
Sepulveda throws a body shot but no joy.
Guillermo lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Sepulveda takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Sepulveda fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Guillermo manages to avoid it.
Guillermo misses with an uppercut.
Sepulveda walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Guillermo slips a straight right by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda takes a swing at Guillermo's ribcage but misses.
It looked like Guillermo was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda throws a jab but it's blocked by Guillermo.
Guillermo scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Sepulveda misses with a body punch
and Guillermo connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Sepulveda swings and misses with a shot to the body
letting Guillermo counter with a right hand.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A low kick from Sepulveda misses
and Guillermo counters with a left and a right that stings Sepulveda.
Sepulveda misses with a hook
and Guillermo counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Sepulveda thinking.
Guillermo misses with a jab, cross combination. #T1#
Sepulveda misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Guillermo.
Guillermo fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Sepulveda has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Guillermo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sepulveda.
Donk. Guillermo catches Sepulveda right on the button with a cross.
Sepulveda throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Nice shot lands for Guillermo.
Sepulveda throws a predictable looking body shot
and Guillermo connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Sepulveda throws a lazy body kick
and Guillermo connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Guillermo lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
A low kick from Sepulveda is predictable there
and Guillermo connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Guillermo is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Sepulveda throws a sloppy body shot
and Guillermo counters with a nice uppercut.
Guillermo is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Guillermo chopping away at his opponent's legs.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Guillermo lands with a slapping head kick.
Malachy Guillermo is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Guillermo works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
A jab from Sepulveda misses.
Guillermo lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Guillermo stuns Sepulveda with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#T2#
Guillermo scores with a nice strike.
Guillermo with a hook.
Sepulveda throws out a loose jab but Guillermo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Guillermo throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda throws a right hand that misses
and Guillermo counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Sepulveda throws the kick towards the body but Guillermo avoids it.
Guillermo throws a body punch but Sepulveda moves out of range.
Sepulveda takes a shot right to the bread basket.
An inside leg kick lands from Guillermo.
Guillermo moves away from the strike by Sepulveda.
Guillermo lands a nice leg kick that just misses Sepulveda's sensitive parts.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Guillermo staying out of range there.
Guillermo is looking to counter with head kicks.
Sepulveda connects with a body shot.
Sepulveda throws a body shot but no joy.
Guillermo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Guillermo is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Malachy Guillermo dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Guillermo scoring well with a low kick there.
Sepulveda throws a body punch but Guillermo moves out of range.
Guillermo appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Sepulveda throws a body shot but no joy.
Sepulveda goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Sepulveda finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Guillermo getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
A jab from Guillermo does it's job there.
Sepulveda swings away with a body shot that misses
and Guillermo cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Guillermo with a nice cross.
Guillermo cracks Sepulveda with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Guillermo thows a body kick. Sepulveda tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Sepulveda is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
Sepulveda walks into a straight right hand from Guillermo.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sepulveda just misses with a punch to the body.
Sepulveda tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
It looks like Guillermo has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Guillermo is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sepulveda can do to turn this around?
Sepulveda throws a sloppy body shot
and Guillermo counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A slapping leg kick lands for Guillermo. #T1#
Guillermo throws a nice inside leg kick.
Guillermo works Sepulveda's body with a nice hook.
A lazy body kick from Sepulveda
letting Guillermo counter with a right hand.
Sepulveda swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Guillermo counters with a nice low kick that buckles Sepulveda's knee momentarily.
Sepulveda takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Sepulveda takes one to the chin there.
Sepulveda misses with a wild body shot.
Sepulveda misses with a hook to the body
and Guillermo counters with a left and a right that stings Sepulveda. #ROC#Sepulveda is rocked!
Sepulveda misses with a low kick.
Sepulveda is still on wobbly legs! Can Guillermo finish him?
Sepulveda walks straight into devastating uppercut and drops to the floor, clearly wobbled! Can he beat the count? 4,5,6,7... he's up! And he's down again! The ref steps in and calls an end to the fight! What a punch that was!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:41 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Malachy Guillermo!
During a confident post fight interview, Malachy Guillermo thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: AKF 44 | Beukeboom vs. Cobb 2     
Date:   Mar 19, 2022
#R1#
Sepulveda showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Umuhoza.
Sepulveda looks for the body kick but Umuhoza saw that one coming.
Umuhoza swinging wildly here.
Umuhoza throws a hook but Sepulveda avoids it easily.
A chopping leg kick lands by Umuhoza.
Sepulveda takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Sepulveda takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Good leg kick by Umuhoza.
Sepulveda throws a nice outside leg kick.
Umuhoza tries to land a front kick but Sepulveda steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Umuhoza takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Sepulveda throws out a loose jab but Umuhoza uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sepulveda takes a swing at Umuhoza's ribcage but misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Umuhoza throws a body shot but no joy.
Umuhoza keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T1#
Umuhoza misses with a low kick as Sepulveda jumps back.
Sepulveda misses with a wild body shot.
Umuhoza feints and then cracks Sepulveda's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Sepulveda down.
Umuhoza throws a nice outside leg kick.
Umuhoza with the inside leg kick.
Umuhoza takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Umuhoza works Sepulveda's body with a nice hook.
Umuhoza connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Sepulveda momentarily.
Sepulveda throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Umuhoza throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Sepulveda takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Umuhoza avoids a kick to the body.
Sepulveda misses with a body shot.
Umuhoza looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Sepulveda misses the body punch
and Umuhoza counters with a lovely straight right hand!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sepulveda scores with the left hand. Umuhoza knows he should have avoided that one. #T2#
Sepulveda takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Alejandro Sepulveda seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Umuhoza scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Umuhoza lands with an uppercut that bounces Sepulveda off the ropes and back into range.
Good shot there by Umuhoza.
Sepulveda moves into range and connects with a jab.
Sepulveda misses with a wild body shot.
A quick step to the side and Umuhoza tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sepulveda throws a hook but Umuhoza avoids it easily.
Sepulveda has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Umuhoza.
Kamaru Umuhoza is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Sepulveda gets off balance looking for a body kick
letting Umuhoza counter with a right hand.
That kick from Umuhoza tenderised Sepulveda's leg. Sepulveda is trying to keep his angry face on.
Umuhoza throws a solid leg kick but Sepulveda takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Umuhoza.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Umuhoza throws a head kick but Sepulveda moves out of range.
Umuhoza throws a series of punches but Sepulveda avoids them all with ease.
Sepulveda throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Umuhoza throws a counter high kick but Sepulveda was just alert enough to avoid it.
A decent looking cross lands there for Umuhoza.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kamaru Umuhoza dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Sepulveda takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Sepulveda throws a sloppy body shot
and Umuhoza counters with a stiff right hand.
Umuhoza moves out of range of the strikes.
Umuhoza takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Sepulveda misses with a looping right.
Sepulveda has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Umuhoza.
Sepulveda throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Umuhoza stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
A telegraphed right hand from Sepulveda misses the target.
Umuhoza went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Sepulveda fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Umuhoza manages to avoid it.
Umuhoza is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Sepulveda throws a leg kick but Umuhoza moved away.
Sepulveda blocks a head kick by Umuhoza.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sepulveda just misses with a punch to the body.
Sepulveda turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Sepulveda looks for the body kick but Umuhoza saw that one coming.
Umuhoza steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sepulveda.
Umuhoza buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick. #T1#
Sepulveda misses the shot to the body.
Sepulveda tries to land a body kick
and Umuhoza connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Umuhoza connects with a solid leg kick.
Sepulveda looks to land a right hand but Umuhoza moved out of range.
Sepulveda thuds his shin into the meat of Umuhoza's side.
Kamaru Umuhoza is winning the standup battle so far.
Sepulveda is pinned up against the ropes taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Umuhoza lands with a straight right. Sepulveda didn't see that one coming.
Sepulveda scores with a jab to the body.
Umuhoza scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Sepulveda misses the body punch
and Sepulveda takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Umuhoza is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sepulveda can do to turn this around?
A jab from Sepulveda misses.
Sepulveda takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Umuhoza lands with a shot to the body.
Umuhoza lets loose with a powerful body kick. Sepulveda will feel that in the morning.#T2#
Sepulveda throws a sloppy body shot
and Umuhoza counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Sepulveda throws a nice inside leg kick.
Sepulveda swings for the body but Umuhoza moves out of range.
Umuhoza fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Sepulveda.
Sepulveda chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Umuhoza can pounce on him.
Umuhoza throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Umuhoza keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Umuhoza turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Sepulveda misses with a low kick as Umuhoza jumps back.
Umuhoza lands with a right hand.
Umuhoza throws a leg kick but Sepulveda checks it.
Sepulveda throws the kick towards the body but Umuhoza avoids it.
Umuhoza connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Umuhoza blocks a low kick nicely.
Umuhoza checks a low kick from Sepulveda.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kamaru Umuhoza dominated that second round.
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#
Nice shot lands for Umuhoza.
Umuhoza fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Umuhoza throws a nice inside leg kick.
Sepulveda keeps Umuhoza at a distance using the push kick.
Umuhoza uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sepulveda.
A lazy left from Sepulveda finds it's target.
Sepulveda misses the body punch
and Umuhoza counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Umuhoza connects with a leg kick.
Umuhoza avoids the body shot from Sepulveda.
Umuhoza connects with a body shot.
Umuhoza bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Sepulveda's head.
Umuhoza misses with an attempted mid kick.
Sepulveda doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sepulveda stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Umuhoza.
Sepulveda just misses with a punch to the body.
Umuhoza lands with a thumping leg kick. #T1#
Umuhoza uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sepulveda.
It looked like Umuhoza wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Umuhoza tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Umuhoza scores with a jab.
Sepulveda has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Umuhoza with a hook.
Umuhoza scores with a nice right hand.
Umuhoza moves forwards but Sepulveda connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Umuhoza tries a head kick but it misses.
Alejandro Sepulveda has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Umuhoza moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Umuhoza.
Sepulveda jabs Umuhoza to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Umuhoza connects with a crisp jab.
Sepulveda lands a jab to Umuhoza's midsection.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sepulveda blocks a head kick by Umuhoza.
Sepulveda on the wrong end of a nice hook.#T2#
Umuhoza takes one to the side of the head.
A shot to the body from Sepulveda misses
and Umuhoza counters with a flying knee. Nice.
Umuhoza uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sepulveda.
Umuhoza fires out a quick counter leg kick but Sepulveda just manages to avoid it.
Sepulveda tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Umuhoza was well out of range. Poor timing from Sepulveda.
A jab from Sepulveda misses.
Umuhoza misses with the combination.
Umuhoza stuns Sepulveda with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Sepulveda doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Umuhoza lands a nice leg kick that just misses Sepulveda's sensitive parts.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Umuhoza keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kamaru Umuhoza is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Umuhoza with a jab.
Umuhoza scores with a nice right hand.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kamaru Umuhoza showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Umuhoza 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 Paul Gruel scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ryoma Takatsuka scores the fight 30:27
Judge Colin Fray scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kamaru Umuhoza!

A very excited looking Kamaru Umuhoza 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: AKF 39 | Benedetti vs. Durand     
Date:   Feb 12, 2022
#R1#
Sepulveda throws a body punch but Van Hire moves out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sepulveda. Van Hire does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sepulveda moves out of range of the body kick from Van Hire.
Sepulveda throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Van Hire looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Alejandro Sepulveda seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sepulveda misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Van Hire.
Van Hire throws a sloppy head kick and Sepulveda moves out of range easily.
Van Hire takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Van Hire has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Van Hire uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda misses with a wild body shot.
Van Hire throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Sepulveda stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Van Hire lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Sepulveda is looking to chop away at Van Hire's legs.
Sepulveda has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Van Hire.
Van Hire throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena. #T1#
Sepulveda throws the left hand but Van Hire avoids the punch easily.
Sepulveda swings for the body but Van Hire moves out of range.
Sepulveda throws a hook but Van Hire avoids it easily.
Sepulveda is looking to wear down Van Hire with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Van Hire scores with a jab to the jaw.
Van Hire uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda looks to score with a jab to the body but Van Hire is just out of range.
Van Hire is trying to counter with his kicks.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Sepulveda.
Van Hire scores with a jab.
Sepulveda 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.
A punch lands to the side of Van Hire 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Van Hire lands with a kick to the ribs.
Van Hire works the jab nicely.
Van Hire connects with a jab, followed by a picture perfect straight right that sends Sepulveda to the canvas, out cold! What a finish by Van Hire!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Whealer Van Hire!
Whealer Van Hire decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: AKF 35 | Durand vs. Benedetti     
Date:   Jan 15, 2022
#R1#
Sepulveda takes a swing at Kubota's ribcage but misses.
Sepulveda throws a right hand that misses
and Kubota counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Decent striking displayed by Kubota there.
Sepulveda scores with a hook.
Sepulveda throws a sloppy body shot
and Kubota counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Sepulveda thinking.
Kubota takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Sepulveda misses with a hook to the body
letting Kubota counter with a right hand.
Sepulveda throws a lazy right hand but Kubota sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Sepulveda misses with a body shot
and Kubota counters with a head kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Sepulveda 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 Kubota has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Kubota and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Sepulveda misses the body punch
and Kubota counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Sepulveda looks to throw a body kick
and Kubota counters with a big right hand that sends Sepulveda crashing to the mat! He's very wobbly - can he beat the count?! 5,6,7,8... he's up! No, he's down again! 9,10! He's done! The referee calls an end to the bout - Kubota takes it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Takeru Kubota!
Takeru Kubota bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

 

Event: AKF 28 | Turner vs. Keenan     
Date:   Nov 27, 2021
#R1#
Sepulveda lands a jab to Collins's midsection.
Sepulveda looks to score with a jab to the body but Collins is just out of range.
Sepulveda dodges the punch combination from Collins.
Collins slips under a jab from Sepulveda.
Collins connects with a leg kick.
Collins throws a series of punches but Sepulveda moves out of range.
Sepulveda drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Sepulveda swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sepulveda walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Collins checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Collins lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Collins.
Sepulveda misses with a body shot
and Collins counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Collins scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Collins misses with a series of wild punches.
Collins is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Collins keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Collins looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Sepulveda loads up on a big right hand but Collins slips the punch.
Sepulveda throws the left hand but Collins avoids the punch easily.
Sepulveda is looking to wear down Collins with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Sepulveda avoids a punch combination nicely.
Sepulveda jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.#T1#
Sepulveda throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Collins looks like he wants to counter punch here.
We've been informed that Collins 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.
Sepulveda looks to land a body kick but Collins moved away.
Sepulveda swats away the attempt to clinch by Collins.
A little feinted left hand from Sepulveda on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Collins throws a nice looking combination but Sepulveda bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Collins plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
A telegraphed right hand from Sepulveda misses the target.
Some wild striking there from Collins.
Collins misses with a few strikes there.
A head kick from Collins lands but Sepulveda takes it in his stride.
Sepulveda misses the shot to the body.
Collins throws a jab but it's blocked by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda throws a quick counter head kick but Collins was just out of range.
Sepulveda throws a hook to the side of Collins's head but Collins sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Sepulveda looks to score with a jab to the body but Collins is just out of range.
Sepulveda lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Collins at a distance. #CL2#
Collins closes the distance and clinches.
Collins is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#BC2#
Collins's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T2#
Sepulveda misses with a body kick.
Sepulveda scores with a hook.
Sepulveda is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Collins's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Sepulveda needs to keep his hands up - Collins had a free shot at his head there.
Collins scores with a nice strike.
Collins keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Collins throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Sepulveda.
It looked like Sepulveda was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Collins.
Collins keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sepulveda misses with a kick to the body.
Sepulveda missing with a left hand there. Collins was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Sepulveda blocks a head kick by Collins.
Collins scores with a nice right hand.
Sepulveda on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Sepulveda throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sepulveda lands with a kick to the ribs.
Sepulveda needs to keep his hands up - Collins had a free shot at his head there.
Collins avoids the body shot from Sepulveda. #CL2#
Collins has closed the distance and engaged Sepulveda in a clinch.
Sepulveda misses with the head strike. #T3#
Sepulveda keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Collins's efforts to push away.
Collins has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.#BC2#
Collins's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Sepulveda looks for the body kick but Collins saw that one coming.
Sepulveda on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Sepulveda misses with a straight left.
Collins moves away from the strike by Sepulveda.
Collins connects with a right hand. Sepulveda shakes it off.
Sepulveda misses with a wild body shot.
Sepulveda throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Collins keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda connects with a solid leg kick.
Collins might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Collins avoids the body shot from Sepulveda.
Collins punishes Sepulveda's body with a nice straight punch.
Collins lands a nice looking kick to the body. Sepulveda takes a step back to recover.
Collins cracks Sepulveda with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Collins throws a nice looking combination but Sepulveda bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Sepulveda swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sepulveda takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Sepulveda lands a lovely overhand right.
Collins catches Sepulveda with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Collins scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Collins scores with a jab to the head.
Collins lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Sepulveda takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Collins walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#CUT#It looks like Michael Collins has been cut.
Sepulveda getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Sepulveda punishes Collins's body with a nice straight punch.
Sepulveda blocks a head kick by Collins.
Sepulveda connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Collins momentarily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Collins uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sepulveda.
Collins uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Sepulveda has time to react.
Collins scores with a head kick. Sepulveda tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Collins is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Sepulveda had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Sepulveda takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Collins tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Michael Collins dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Michael Collins's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Collins uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Some wild striking there from Collins.
Sepulveda ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Collins moves away.
A slow jab from Collins misses its intended target.
Sepulveda takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Sepulveda moves out of range of the leg kick from Collins.
Sepulveda is looking to counter punch.
Collins cracks Sepulveda with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the ropes.#CL2#
Collins has Sepulveda up against the ropes in a clinch.
Sepulveda working aggressively here.
Collins has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sepulveda lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Sepulveda fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Collins tries a body shot but Sepulveda blocks it. #BC2#
Collins breaks the clinch.
Collins throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Collins throws a series of punches but Sepulveda avoids them all with ease. #T1#
Collins lands with a nice body punch.
Sepulveda looks to score with a jab to the body but Collins is just out of range.
Michael Collins seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sepulveda missing with a left hand there. Collins was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Some wild striking there from Collins.
Sepulveda takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Collins fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Sepulveda on the side of the head.
Sepulveda ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Collins moves away.
Collins lands with an uppercut that bounces Sepulveda off the ropes and back into range.
Collins feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Sepulvedas jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Sepulveda waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Collins.
Sepulveda motions for Collins to come forward. Sepulveda throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Sepulveda misses with a kick to the body.
Collins uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sepulveda.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sepulveda. Collins does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sepulveda connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Collins's hands.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Collins works Sepulveda's body with a nice hook.
Collins has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Sepulveda misses with a kick to the body.
Sepulveda thows a left - swing and a miss!
Collins cracks Sepulveda with a good jab.
Collins scores with a head kick. Sepulveda tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
A lazy body kick from Sepulveda
and Collins counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Collins bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Sepulveda's head.
Sepulveda dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Collins. That did some damage!
Collins darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Michael Collins seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Collins stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Sepulveda.
Collins swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
It looked like Sepulveda was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Collins.
Collins misses with an uppercut. Sepulveda saw that one coming.
Sepulveda swings for the body but Collins moves out of range.
Sepulveda lands a high kick!
Michael Collins is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Collins throws a combination. Sepulveda tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Collins keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sepulveda works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#T3#
Collins dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Sepulveda throws a push kick but Collins slaps the foot to one side.
Sepulveda takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Collins moves out of range as Sepulveda throws a body kick.
Sepulveda throws a leg kick that misses.
Collins jabs Sepulveda right on the nose. Sepulveda blinks but takes it well.
Sepulveda lands a nice shot to the body.
Collins thuds a left hand into Sepulveda's body.
Sepulveda misses the body punch
and Collins counters with a stiff right hand.
Sepulveda looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Collins will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Collins throws a series of punches but Sepulveda moves out of range.
Collins slips under a jab.
No joy there for Collins, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Sepulveda misses the jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sepulveda walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#CL2#
Collins has managed to clinch. #T4#
Collins lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Sepulveda throws a punch but it's blocked by Collins.
Sepulveda misses with some punches. #BC2#
Collins manages to break the clinch.
A left lands for Collins.
Sepulveda throws a looping overhand right but Collins ducks down to avoid it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Collins! But no joy.
Sepulveda loads up on a big right hand but Collins slips the punch.
Sepulveda has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Collins finds it's way round the side to connect with Sepulveda's head.
Sepulveda pushes Collins away with a front kick.
Sepulveda defending well as Collins loads up on a big left hand.
Sepulveda throws a body shot but no joy.
Sepulveda throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sepulveda throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sepulveda throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Collins misses with an uppercut. Sepulveda saw that one coming.
Collins throws a right and a left that Sepulveda avoids nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Michael Collins showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Michael Collins's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Sepulveda is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Collins.
Sepulveda looks to score with a jab to the body but Collins is just out of range.
A big right from Sepulveda misses.
Sepulveda takes one on the button.
Sepulveda will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Collins on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Collins staying out of range there.
Collins misses with a two punch combination.
Sepulveda takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Sepulveda tries to move into range but Collins moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
A combination from Collins does no damage.
A quick step to the side and Sepulveda tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Collins misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Sepulveda swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Collins moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Sepulveda ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Collins moves away.
Sepulveda throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Collins bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Sepulveda's head backwards.
Collins takes a swing at Sepulveda's ribcage but misses. #T1#
Sepulveda stuns Collins with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Sepulveda throws a wild body kick that Collins sees coming a mile off.
Collins walks forward, straight into a front kick from Sepulveda.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sepulveda. Collins does a little dance to reset his feet.
A jab from Sepulveda does it's job there.
Sepulveda goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sepulveda. Collins does a little dance to reset his feet.
Collins with a hook.
Sepulveda tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Sepulveda tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Collins was well out of range. Poor timing from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Collins.
Sepulveda wants to slow Collins down by chopping away at his legs.
Sepulveda takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK. #CL2#
Collins has managed to clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sepulveda.
Collins tries to break the clinch but Sepulveda is controlling the position. #T2##BC2#
Collins breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Collins connects with a looping right hand.
Well,Sepulveda is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?
A slow jab from Collins misses its intended target.
Collins lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Sepulveda misses with a wild body shot.
Collins throws a right and a left that Sepulveda avoids nicely.
Sepulveda walks into a left hand.
A swing and a miss from Sepulveda.
Collins throws a body shot but no joy.
Collins moves out of range of the leg kick from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda looks to land a right hand but Collins moved out of range.
Collins with a jab.
Sepulveda swats away the attempt to clinch by Collins.
Sepulveda lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Collins scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#T3#
Sepulveda wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Collins throws a body punch but Sepulveda moves out of range.
Collins bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Sepulveda's head backwards.
Collins scores with a jab to the body.
The fighters circling - Sepulveda throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Collins rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Sepulveda moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Collins misses with a two punch combination.
Collins takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
A swing and a miss from Collins.
Alejandro Sepulveda has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Collins throws a head kick that misses.
Sepulveda scores with a jab. Collins acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Sepulveda ducks under a wild hook from Collins.
Sepulveda feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Collins swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
A counter left hand to the body from Sepulveda misses its target.
Sepulveda lands a nice hook to Collins's body. Collins takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Collins misses with a double jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sepulveda is looking to chop away at Collins's legs.
A shot to the liver by Sepulveda. Beautiful body shot.#T4#
Sepulveda throws a push kick but Collins slaps the foot to one side.
Sepulveda throws the left hand but Collins avoids the punch easily.
Collins moves out of range of the strikes.
Collins misses with a looping left.
Collins fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Sepulveda throws a good cross that connects.
Sepulveda throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Sepulveda fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Collins looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Sepulveda throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sepulveda swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Collins avoids the body shot from Sepulveda.
It seemed like Collins was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Collins bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sepulveda wants to land a leg kick but Collins is out of range.
Collins is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Sepulveda with a body shot.
Sepulveda ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Collins moves away.
Collins misses with a wild combination.

And that's the end of the fight!
Michael Collins comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Collins 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 Steve Montenegro scores the fight for Michael Collins!
Judge John Roberts scores the fight for Michael Collins!
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight for Michael Collins!

Michael Collins wins by unanimous decision!

Michael Collins decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.

 

Event: AKF 23 | Ringnes vs. Durand     
Date:   Oct 23, 2021
#R1#
Sepulveda takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Whok sizes up Sepulveda with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Sepulveda swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
The crowd cheers as Whok lands an impressive looking overhand right. Sepulveda doesn't seem phased though.
Sepulveda throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Whok goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Sepulveda throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Sepulveda misses with a body shot.
Whok lands a leg kick that knocks Sepulveda off balance momentarily.
A good leg kick by Whok.
A slow jab from Sepulveda misses its intended target.
A low kick lands for Whok.
Whok throws a nice inside leg kick.
Sepulveda throws a body punch but Whok moves out of range.
Whok flicks out a counter leg kick but Sepulveda steps away.
Whok scores with a jab to the jaw.
Sepulveda 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.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sepulveda connects with a right hand. Whok shakes it off.
Whok avoids the body shot from Sepulveda.
That kick from Whok tenderised Sepulveda's leg. Sepulveda is trying to keep his angry face on.
Sepulveda misses the shot to the body.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Sepulveda.
Whok uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Sepulveda.#T1#
Whok swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda throws the kick towards the body but Whok avoids it.
Sepulveda throws a body kick that misses.
Whok tries a quick counter leg kick but Sepulveda is wise to it.
Piger Whok seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sepulveda ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Whok moves away.
Whok throws out a leg kick but Sepulveda moves out of range and Whok only half commits.
Sepulveda throws a looping overhand right but Whok ducks down to avoid it.
Whok connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Whok.
Whok lands with an uppercut that bounces Sepulveda off the ropes and back into range.
Whok has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Sepulveda takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Sepulveda swings for the body but Whok moves out of range.
Sepulveda throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Sepulveda is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Whok.
Sepulveda connects with a nice looking jab.
Whok has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Sepulveda tries a low kick but Whok avoids it.
Whok buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Whok throws the kick towards the body but Sepulveda avoids it.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Sepulveda crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Whok - the referee stops the clock and Sepulveda gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Whok. Sepulveda manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.#T2#
Whok lands a nice looking body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Whok. Sepulveda does a little dance to reset his feet.
A little feinted left hand from Sepulveda on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Sepulveda misses with a hook.
Whok changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Sepulveda takes a swing at Whok's ribcage but misses.
An inside leg kick lands from Whok.
Sepulveda on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Sepulveda steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Whok. That one must have hurt.
Whok connects with an inside leg kick.
Whok chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Sepulveda rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Whok counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Whok slips a straight right by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Whok moves away.
Sepulveda swings away with a body shot that misses
and Whok counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Whok avoids the body shot from Sepulveda. #CL2#
Whok has taken the fight to the clinch.
Whok tries a knee to the head but Sepulveda blocks it.
Whok lands a nice uppercut.
Whok using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Sepulveda has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike. #T3#
Sepulveda lands a nice uppercut.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Whok creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Whok blocks an uppercut.
Sepulveda throws a head punch that misses.
Sepulveda avoids a wild elbow strike from Whok.
Whok lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Sepulveda working aggressively here.
Sepulveda is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Whok's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Whok landing knees to the head.
Whok scores with a knee to the head. #ROC2#Sepulveda is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Alejandro Sepulveda has been cut.
Sepulveda swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Sepulveda tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Sepulveda lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Whok scores with a nice hook to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sepulveda swings wildly with an uppercut but Whok uses good head movement to avoid it.
Whok lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Sepulveda backwards.
Whok misses with a body punch.
Sepulveda blocks an uppercut.
A short right from Whok. #T4#
Whok lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Oh Sepulveda is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Sepulveda avoids a wild elbow strike from Whok.
Whok lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Whok throws an elbow but it misses.
Sepulveda swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Whok misses with a knee to the head.
Whok blocks an uppercut. #BC#
Sepulveda escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Whok connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
A low kick lands for Whok.
Whok is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Sepulveda had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Whok staggers Sepulveda with a jab and knocks him down with a follow up straight! Sepulveda looks in trouble, will he beat the count?! The count has reached 5 and he's only back to 1 knee - it's going to be close! 6,7,8 - he's up! No! He's back down again! 9...10 - he's can't beat the count and Whok is victorious!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Piger Whok!
Piger Whok thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: AKF 20 | Benedetti vs. Durand     
Date:   Oct 02, 2021
#R1#
Rram throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Sepulveda stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Rram lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Rram avoids the body shot from Sepulveda. #CL#
Rram clinches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sepulveda. #BC#
Rram breaks from the clinch.
Rram listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Rram takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Sepulveda showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Rram.
Rram keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Sepulveda.
Rram thuds his right hand into Sepulveda's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Sepulveda misses the shot to the body.
Rram connects with a right hand. Sepulveda shakes it off.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sepulveda throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sepulveda connects with a leg kick.
Sepulveda scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Rram doesn't seem bothered though.
Yajson Rram seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sepulveda dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Sepulveda fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rram manages to avoid it.
Rram jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Decent striking displayed by Sepulveda there.#T1#
Sepulveda looks to land a body kick but Rram moved away.
Sepulveda throws a jab when Rram was well out of range.
Sepulveda on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Sepulveda throws out a loose jab but Rram uses good head movement to avoid it.
A little feinted left hand from Rram on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Rram connects with the punch.
Sepulveda walks into a jab.
Rram lands with a nice combination. Sepulveda backs away looking to recover.
Rram changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Sepulveda doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Rram takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL#
Sepulveda gets tackled into the ropes by Rram. Rram maintains the clinch. #BC#
Rram escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Rram uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sepulveda.
Rram lands a jab to Sepulveda's midsection.
Rram with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Sepulveda to score with a decent uppercut.
A swing and a miss from Rram.
Rram moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Sepulveda fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rram manages to avoid it.#T2#
Rram swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sepulveda misses with an uppercut.
Rram is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
The fighters circling - Sepulveda throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Rram misses with a straight right.
Rram uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sepulveda.
Rram scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Nice body punch from Rram.
Sepulveda on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Rram is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Yajson Rram is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Sepulveda swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Rram moves out of range as Sepulveda strikes.
Rram scores with a body shot.
Rram blocks a leg kick.
Rram lands a nice shot that snaps Sepulveda's head back.
Rram tests Sepulveda's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Rram cracks Sepulveda with a right hand to the side of the head.#T3#
Sepulveda with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Sepulveda misses the shot to the body.
Sepulveda lands with a shot to the body. #CL#
Sepulveda gets tackled into the ropes by Rram. Rram maintains the clinch. #BC#
Rram pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Sepulveda takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Rram scores with a sloppy right hand. Sepulveda should have avoided that one.
Rram lands with a cross.
Sepulveda drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Rram with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Sepulveda throws a body punch but Rram moves out of range.
Rram throws a quick counter kick to the body but Sepulveda avoids it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sepulveda. Rram does a little dance to reset his feet.
Rram half committed to a counter leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rram with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Sepulveda doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Rram looks to land a combination. Sepulveda sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Rram works Sepulveda's body with a nice hook.
Sepulveda with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Rram to score with a decent uppercut.#T4#
Rram ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Rram moves out of range as Sepulveda strikes.
Sepulveda throws a body shot but no joy.
Rram stuns Sepulveda with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Rram lands a nice hook to Sepulveda's body. Sepulveda takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Sepulveda swings away with a body shot that misses
and Rram connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Both fighters circling a little - Rram finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Rram dips to his left and cracks Sepulveda with an uppercut!
Sepulveda throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Rram misses with a wild combination.
Sepulveda tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rram was well out of range. Poor timing from Sepulveda.
Rram connects with a nice looking jab.
Rram lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Sepulveda walks into a jab.
Rram looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Rram takes a swing at Sepulveda's ribcage but misses.
Rram swings for the body but Sepulveda moves out of range.
Sepulveda tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rram was well out of range. Poor timing from Sepulveda.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Yajson Rram dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Sepulveda is looking to land body kicks.
Rram throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Rram uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Rram with a hook.
Sepulveda punishes Rram's body with a nice straight punch.
Sepulveda on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Sepulveda ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rram moves away.
Rram misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sepulveda.
Nice shot lands for Rram.
Sepulveda is looking to land body kicks.
Sepulveda lands a right hook to the body.
Sepulveda takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rram scores with a kick to the midsection.
Sepulveda misses the shot to the body.
Sepulveda avoids the body shot from Rram.
A jab from Rram misses.
Rram takes a body punch but keeps moving. #T1#
Sepulveda fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Rram fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Sepulveda has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Sepulveda is looking to land body kicks.
A thudding body kick lands there by Rram!
Yajson Rram is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Sepulveda misses with a wild body shot.
Rram getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Sepulveda scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Rram cracks Sepulveda with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Rram is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sepulveda can do to turn this around?
Rram turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Sepulveda scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Sepulveda takes a swing at Rram's ribcage but misses.
Sepulveda takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rram on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Rram connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Sepulveda fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Sepulveda swings for the body but Rram moves out of range.
Rram staying out of range there.#T2#
Sepulveda misses with an uppercut
and Rram counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Rram lands a slapping body shot.
Rram stuns Sepulveda with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
A jab lands there for Rram.
Sepulveda takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Sepulveda throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rram checks the leg kick.
Rram avoids the body shot from Sepulveda.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Rram takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Rram throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Sepulveda on the side of the head.
Rram fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Rram throws a two punch combo that lands nicely. #ROC#Sepulveda is rocked!
Sepulveda has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Rram.
Sepulveda lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Rram at a distance.
Sepulveda throws a body punch but Rram moves out of range.
Sepulveda looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Sepulveda is still on wobbly legs! Can Rram finish him?
Rram keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Sepulveda seems to have recovered his senses.#T3#
Rram tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Sepulveda paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Rram connects with a body shot that sends Sepulveda's belly button to the back.
Sepulveda looks to score with a jab to the body but Rram is just out of range.
It looked like Rram was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Sepulveda closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Rram scores with a body shot.
Nice shot lands for Rram.
Rram's jab looks to have found its range, popping Sepulveda under the eye.
Sepulveda drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Sepulveda with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Rram to score with a decent uppercut.
Rram chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Yajson Rram is winning the standup battle so far.
Rram connects with a crushing straight, right on the bridge of Sepulveda's nose, sending him crumpling to the mat! That's really rocked Sepulveda - is he going to beat the count??? 4,5,6,7,8,9.....10 - he's not made it - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:41 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Yajson Rram!
An out of breath Yajson Rram thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: AKF 17 | Blackmane vs. Turner     
Date:   Sep 11, 2021
#R1#
Sepulveda tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Route was well out of range. Poor timing from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Route.
Sepulveda throws a wild body kick that Route sees coming a mile off.
Sepulveda with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Route to score with a decent uppercut.
Sepulveda with a nice cross.
Route has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Sepulveda 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.
Route avoids the body shot from Sepulveda.
An inside leg kick from Route misses.
Route looks to score with a jab to the body but Sepulveda is just out of range.
Sepulveda fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Sepulveda scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Route fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Sepulveda has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Sepulveda takes a swing at Route's ribcage but misses.
Sepulveda throws a body punch but Route moves out of range.
Sepulveda takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Sepulveda misses with a jab to the body
and Route cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sepulveda. Route does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nice body punch from Sepulveda. #T1#
Sepulveda tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Sepulveda is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Route.
Route closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Route misses with a leg kick
letting Sepulveda counter with a right hand.
A shot to the liver by Sepulveda. Beautiful body shot.
Sepulveda swings for the body but Route moves out of range.
A clash of legs there as Sepulveda blocks the low kick.
Route avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Sepulveda pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Sepulveda misses with a kick to the body.
Sepulveda misses with a wild body shot.
Route connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Route moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Sepulveda misses with a wild body shot.
A nice leg kick lands there from Route.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Route moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Route throws a low kick, looking for Sepulveda's leg but Sepulveda calmly moves out of range. #T2#
Route with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Route scores with a crisp jab that stopped Sepulveda in his tracks.
Sepulveda just misses with a punch to the body.
Route lands a nice hook to Sepulveda's body. Sepulveda takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
A slapping leg kick lands for Sepulveda.
Sepulveda cracks Route with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the ropes.
Sepulveda ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Route moves away.
Route scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
En Route is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Sepulveda slips a jab from Route.
Route takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Nice straight punches there by Route. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Route.
Route tries to land a leg kick but Sepulveda saw it coming and moves away.
Route with a hook.
Route bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Sepulveda ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Route moves away.
Sepulveda swings for the body but Route moves out of range.
Sepulveda is looking to wear down Route with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.#T3#
Sepulveda throws a body punch but Route moves out of range.
Route with a nice calf kick.
Route jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Sepulveda misses with an uppercut.
Route misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Route lands a nice hook to Sepulveda's body. Sepulveda takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Sepulveda misses the shot to the body.
Route doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Sepulveda misses with a wild body shot.
Route takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Sepulveda misses with a straight left.
Sepulveda moves away from the strike by Route.
Sepulveda is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Route lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Sepulveda misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Route.
Route throws out a loose jab but Sepulveda uses good head movement to avoid it.
A quick step to the side and Sepulveda tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sepulveda swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sepulveda takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Sepulveda has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Route.
Route tests Sepulveda's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Route has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Sepulveda misses with a jab to the body
and Route counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A looping hook to the body misses from Sepulveda. Route does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sepulveda slips under a jab from Route.
Sepulveda wants to slow Route down by chopping away at his legs.
A jab from Sepulveda misses.
Route avoids the body shot from Sepulveda.
Route takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Route lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Route connects with a right hand. Sepulveda shakes it off.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
The fighters circle momentarily. Sepulveda darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Good work by Route as he checks the leg kick.
Route connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Route swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Sepulveda.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but En Route will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
A nice leg kick from Route, right into the meat of the thigh.
Sepulveda scores with a shot to the body.
Route lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Good exchange - Route coming out on top.
Route misses with a body shot.
Route swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Sepulveda throws a sloppy body shot
and Route counters with an outside leg kick.
Route getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Sepulveda drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Route has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Sepulveda lands a slapping body shot.
Sepulveda throws the kick towards the body but Route avoids it.
A combination from Route does no damage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sepulveda misses the shot to the body.
Sepulveda with a nice calf kick.
Sepulveda takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Nice uppercut lands for Route. That snapped Sepulveda's head back. #T1#
Route takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Route thumps Sepulveda with a low kick.
Route throws a head kick that looked like it stung. #ROC2#Sepulveda is rocked!
Route throws out a powerful jab.
Oh Sepulveda is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Sepulveda tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Route cracks Sepulveda with a perfect right hand that drops him to the mat! Sepulveda is sitting up but I can't see if he's OK from my position. The referee's count has reached 5,6,7 and Sepulveda is still not up. Can he make it? 8,9,10! He's out! Sepulveda could not beat the count!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:21 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). En Route!
En Route seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: CWC 255     
Date:   Aug 15, 2021





150 cm
31 yrs
136 lbs



159 cm
44 yrs
141 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 4 losses; Bartlomiej Jan! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 5 losses; Alejandro Sepulveda!
The judges for this bout are Matheus Silva, Luis Engracia and Mauricio Rocha.


The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Jan has a takedown stuffed.#CL2#
Jan tries to keep at a distance but Sepulveda has taken the fight into the clinch.#TD2#
Sepulveda jumps guard and drags Jan to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #SUB2#
Sepulveda throws his legs up looking for a submission but Jan uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Jan (3) vs (0) Sepulveda#SUB#
Jan working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
You can see the frustration on Sepulveda's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sepulveda manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jan (3) vs (2) Sepulveda#T1#
Jan preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. #SUB2#
Sepulveda is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Jan defends it well.
Sepulveda is keen to just control but Jan is a slippery customer.
Jan keeping hold of Sepulveda's head, controlling as best he can. #SUB2#
Sepulveda is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Sepulveda slows the pace down in half guard. #T2##SUB2#
Sepulveda is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB2#
Sepulveda wants to work for an arm triangle but Jan is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Jan is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at London MMA Club, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Jan trying to control here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Sepulveda is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Jan sees it coming and defends easily.
Jan moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T3#
Jan looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Jan wants to sweep here but Sepulveda controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Jan is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Sepulveda defends well.#SUB2#
Sepulveda is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Jan is trying to control the position but Sepulveda postures up. #T4#
Jan keeping moving, preventing Sepulveda from controlling successfully.
Sepulveda looking to sit in guard and control but Jan gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jan (5) vs (2) Sepulveda
Sepulveda 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.
Sepulveda keeping full guard, as Jan tries to pass. #SUB2#
Jan avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB2#
Jan got a little sloppy there for a moment and Sepulveda has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Jan has managed to get both his arms back between Sepulveda's legs - danger averted.#T5##SUB2#
Sepulveda has his foot on Jan's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Jan works his way back into a safe position though.
Jan controls from within his opponent's guard.
Jan postures up.
Jan trying to control the position from guard on top but Sepulveda is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Sepulveda working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Jan doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Jan manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Sepulveda looking for subs off his back but Jan has passed one foot through into half guard. #T6#
Sepulveda trying to control here. #SUB2#
Sepulveda actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Jan is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Sepulveda looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Sepulveda looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T7#
Sepulveda is not content to let Jan control the position.#SUB#
Sepulveda is defending against the submission attempts here by Jan.
Sepulveda manages to get to full guard. #SUB2#
Sepulveda working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Jan has passed into half guard! #T8#
Sepulveda wants to get back to full guard.
Jan is controlling the pace. #SUB2#
Sepulveda has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Jan escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Jan!
Score +3 for passing guard: Jan (8) vs (2) Sepulveda
Sepulveda is trying to control Jan's posture but Jan avoids it. #T9#
Sepulveda might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Jan haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#SUB#
Jan tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Sepulveda seems a little lost for a moment, as Jan dominates the positioning.
You can see the frustration on Sepulveda's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB#
Jan is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Sepulveda is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Sepulveda tries to improve position but can't. #T10#
Jan takes a little break here. Sepulveda wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Sepulveda is trying to control Jan's posture but Jan avoids it.
Jan controlling the position from side mount.
Sepulveda is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Jan off and has taken his back!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Jan (8) vs (6) Sepulveda#SUB2#
Jan showing good submission defense here. #T11#
Jan trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Jan rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done. #SUB2#
Sepulveda is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Jan defends it well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Sepulveda is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Jan is pressing down on Sepulveda's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T12#
Jan looking to control.
Jan looking for a sweep. Not yet Jan, not yet.
Sepulveda wants to control from the top but Jan keeps moving. #SUB2#
Sepulveda drops back, looking for a kneebar! Jan looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Jan looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Jan!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Jan (12) vs (6) Sepulveda
Sepulveda is trying to improve his position.
Sepulveda keeps trying to improve his position.
Jan works to advance to full mount. Sepulveda defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Score +2 for reaching mount: Jan (14) vs (6) Sepulveda#SUB#
Jan goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Sepulveda turns into him and now he's in Jan's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jan (14) vs (8) Sepulveda#T13#
Jan is trying to control the position but Sepulveda postures up.
Jan keeping moving, preventing Sepulveda from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Sepulveda drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Jan manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Sepulveda has Jan in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jan (16) vs (8) Sepulveda
Sepulveda tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Sepulveda keeping moving, preventing Jan from controlling successfully. #T14#
Jan passes into half guard. #SUB2#
Sepulveda looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Jan perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #SUB2#
Sepulveda looking for a kimura from the bottom but Jan passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Jan (19) vs (8) Sepulveda#SUB#
Jan tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Jan has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sepulveda is trying to control Jan's posture but Jan avoids it.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jan takes the fight on points by 19 to 8.
An out of breath Bartlomiej Jan thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: CACC 241     
Date:   Aug 08, 2021





172 cm
36 yrs
140 lbs



159 cm
44 yrs
141 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 7 losses; Kreepee Krawlee! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 4 losses; Alejandro Sepulveda!
The judges for this bout are Ian Loll, Robert Douchet and Alec Ball.


The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Krawlee pushes Sepulveda up against the cage in a clinch.
We've been hearing reports that Krawlee has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.#TD#
Krawlee works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Krawlee (2) vs (0) Sepulveda
Sepulveda is trying to control the position but Krawlee postures up.
Sepulveda being controlled here, momentarily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Sepulveda had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Krawlee defends it easily.#SUB2#
Sepulveda has an active guard here but Krawlee has managed to pass into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sepulveda tries to roll over but Krawlee keeps him under control.#T1##SUB2#
Sepulveda actively working from the bottom here.
Sepulveda is trying to control but can't.
Sepulveda wants to improve his position but Krawlee is controlling well.
Krawlee content to control rather than advance.
Sepulveda tries to roll over but Krawlee keeps him under control.#SUB#
Krawlee is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Sepulveda is just riding it out for now. Krawlee eventually gives up the hold.
Sepulveda trying to control but Krawlee postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2##SUB2#
Sepulveda looking for submissions off his back.
Sepulveda manages to get to full guard.
Krawlee is stalling in the full guard. #T3#
Krawlee slips nicely into half guard.
Krawlee is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Krawlee (5) vs (0) Sepulveda
Sepulveda is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Sepulveda is squirming around, avoiding Krawlee's attempts to control the action.
Sepulveda tries to hold on but Krawlee pushes him away. #SUB#
Krawlee has control of Sepulveda's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Sepulveda regains control of the situation pretty easily. #T4#
Sepulveda is wriggling around trying to escape.
Krawlee controlling his opponent.
Krawlee trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Sepulveda holds on, trying desperately to control.
Sepulveda wants to hold on but Krawlee pushes him away.
Sepulveda tries to reverse the position but Krawlee maintains control.#T5#
Krawlee wants to control the pace but Sepulveda is squirming around nicely.
Krawlee avoids the attempt from Sepulveda to control.
Sepulveda tries to reverse the position but Krawlee maintains control.
Sepulveda is controlling an arm, preventing Krawlee from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Sepulveda tries to hold on but Krawlee postures up.#T6#
Sepulveda tries to control the position but Krawlee now has his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Krawlee (8) vs (0) Sepulveda
Sepulveda trying to control the hands but Krawlee breaks the grip. #SUB#
Krawlee looking for the RNC.
Sepulveda wants to escape the position. #SUB#
Krawlee is working on the RNC. He looks like he's got it but Sepulveda won't tap... Oh, he's out! The ref rips Krawlee off his unconscious opponent!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Kreepee Krawlee!
Kreepee Krawlee seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: CWC 231     
Date:   Jul 25, 2021





159 cm
44 yrs
141 lbs



178 cm
28 yrs
150 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 4 losses; Alejandro Sepulveda! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Vladimir Konstantinov!
The judges for this bout are Felipe Paraventi, Edson Gomes and Matheus Silva.


Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Konstantinov gets tackled into the cage by Sepulveda. Sepulveda maintains the clinch. #TD2#
Konstantinov successfully pulls 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.
Sepulveda wants to control from the top but Konstantinov keeps moving.
Konstantinov has control of Sepulveda's left arm, preventing Sepulveda from doing any damage.
Sepulveda trying to control but Konstantinov is working from the bottom.
Sepulveda showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Konstantinov keeping moving, preventing Sepulveda from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Sepulveda is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Sepulveda has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T1#
Sepulveda wants to control from the top but Konstantinov keeps moving.
Konstantinov has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Sepulveda trying to control the position from guard on top but Konstantinov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Sepulveda sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Konstantinov trying to control the position here.
Our spies down at at AREA 51 inform us that Konstantinov has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Let's hope that Konstantinov 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.
Konstantinov keeping moving, preventing Sepulveda from controlling successfully.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Konstantinov is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sepulveda (0) vs (2) Konstantinov
Sepulveda might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Konstantinov is stalling in the full guard. #T3##SUB#
Sepulveda looking for a guillotine here but Konstantinov defends easily.
Sepulveda is pulling down on Konstantinov's head. It's preventing any offense from Konstantinov, at least for the moment.#T4##SUB#
Sepulveda is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Sepulveda has his foot on Konstantinov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Konstantinov works his way back into a safe position though.
Konstantinov postures up. #SUB#
Konstantinov got a little sloppy there for a moment and Sepulveda has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Konstantinov has managed to get both his arms back between Sepulveda's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Sepulveda looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB#
Sepulveda had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Konstantinov defends it easily.#T5#
Sepulveda pulls Konstantinov in close to prevent any damage.
Konstantinov pushing down on Sepulveda's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Sepulveda trying to hold on to Konstantinov's head to control him but Konstantinov postures up.
Konstantinov is pressing down on Sepulveda's thigh, looking to free his foot. Sepulveda is holding on for now.
Konstantinov takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Konstantinov wants to pass to mount but Sepulveda is defending the position. #T6#
Sepulveda is looking for a sweep. Konstantinov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Sepulveda is looking to control Konstantinov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Sepulveda avoid being mounted?
Sepulveda is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Konstantinov's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Konstantinov's back!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Sepulveda (4) vs (2) Konstantinov
Konstantinov prevents Sepulveda from getting a body triangle.
Konstantinov tries to escape but Sepulveda has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #SUB#
Sepulveda has his arm under Konstantinov's chin here. Game over son! Sepulveda squeezes tightly and Konstantinov is forced to tap out!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Alejandro Sepulveda!
Alejandro Sepulveda decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: CWC Hilo     
Date:   Jul 11, 2021





159 cm
44 yrs
141 lbs



170 cm
29 yrs
146 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 3 losses; Alejandro Sepulveda! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 5 losses; Grachyov Rodionovich!
The judges for this bout are Micheangelo Fripello, Chris Saunders and Roger Salmon.


The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Rodionovich instigates a clinch. #TD2#
Rodionovich ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Rodionovich no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Rodionovich keeping moving, preventing Sepulveda from controlling successfully.
Sepulveda 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.
Rodionovich keeping moving, preventing Sepulveda from controlling successfully.
Sepulveda might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Rodionovich has Sepulveda pulled in close to control his posture.
Sepulveda trying to control the position from guard on top but Rodionovich is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sepulveda has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Rodionovich looking for a sweep. Not yet Rodionovich, not yet. #SUB#
Sepulveda drops back, looking for a kneebar! Rodionovich looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Rodionovich looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Rodionovich!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Sepulveda (0) vs (4) Rodionovich
Sepulveda struggling a bit here.
Sepulveda being controlled for a moment.
Sepulveda can't do much from the bottom here. #T2#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sepulveda manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Sepulveda wants to control but Rodionovich is keeping busy. #SUB2#
Rodionovich 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.
Rodionovich is trying to control the action in half guard but Sepulveda is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T3##SUB2#
Rodionovich is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB#
Sepulveda actively working from the bottom here.
Rodionovich wants to control but Sepulveda is keeping him busy.
Sepulveda wants to get back to full guard.
Sepulveda trying to control here.
Rodionovich is trying to control the action in half guard but Sepulveda is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T4#
Sepulveda wants to control but Rodionovich is keeping busy.
Rodionovich with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Rodionovich wants to pass the guard but Sepulveda is defending well.
Rodionovich is keen to just control but Sepulveda is a slippery customer.#SUB2#
Rodionovich is working for a kimura but Sepulveda is defending it quite comfortably. #T5#
Sepulveda wants to control but Rodionovich is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Sepulveda is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Rodionovich's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Rodionovich's back!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Sepulveda (4) vs (4) Rodionovich
Rodionovich trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. #SUB#
Sepulveda looking for the choke but no joy.
Sepulveda gets his hands free as Rodionovich looks to control. #SUB#
Rodionovich defends a prolonged rear naked choke attempt and turns nicely into his opponent's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sepulveda (4) vs (6) Rodionovich#T6#
Sepulveda keeping moving, preventing Rodionovich from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Rodionovich drops back looking for a leg! Sepulveda is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Sepulveda manages to kick Rodionovich off! Rodionovich jumps back into Sepulveda's guard.
Sepulveda is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sepulveda (6) vs (6) Rodionovich
Sepulveda seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Rodionovich does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB#
Sepulveda wants to work for an arm triangle but Rodionovich is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB#
Sepulveda is looking for a kimura but Rodionovich is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Sepulveda to get the leverage. #T7#
Sepulveda seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Rodionovich does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB#
Sepulveda looking for a submission but Rodionovich manages to get full guard, putting an end to that submission attempt.
Sepulveda trying to control the position from guard on top but Rodionovich is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sepulveda sitting in guard here, content to control.
Rodionovich looking to control.
Sepulveda wants to control from the top but Rodionovich keeps moving. #T8#
Sepulveda is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Rodionovich is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Rodionovich is pulling down on Sepulveda's head. It's preventing any offense from Sepulveda, at least for the moment.
Sepulveda trying to control the position from guard on top but Rodionovich is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T9##SUB2#
Rodionovich is looking for a triangle but Sepulveda pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Sepulveda is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Rodionovich is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Rodionovich has escaped and now he's on top!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sepulveda (6) vs (8) Rodionovich
Sepulveda not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #SUB#
Sepulveda has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Rodionovich 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 Sepulveda.
Score +3 for passing guard: Sepulveda (6) vs (11) Rodionovich#T10##SUB2#
Rodionovich tries for a kimura but Sepulveda is defending well.
Sepulveda tries to improve position but can't.
Rodionovich has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Score +2 for reaching mount: Sepulveda (6) vs (13) Rodionovich
Rodionovich looking to control but Sepulveda is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Sepulveda is looking to improve his position but Rodionovich isn't that keen on the idea.
Rodionovich looking to control and managing it successfully. #T11#
Rodionovich moves to back control.
Score +3 for taking back: Sepulveda (6) vs (16) Rodionovich
Rodionovich is hanging on to Sepulveda's back as he tries to escape.
Sepulveda wants to control his opponent's hands but Rodionovich gets his hands free.
Sepulveda turns into Rodionovich and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sepulveda (8) vs (16) Rodionovich
Sepulveda looking to sit in guard and control but Rodionovich gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sepulveda (8) vs (18) Rodionovich
Sepulveda keeping moving, preventing Rodionovich from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Sepulveda has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Rodionovich can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Rodionovich avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #T12#
Rodionovich wants to control from the top but Sepulveda keeps moving.
Well,Sepulveda is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?#SUB2#
Rodionovich drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Sepulveda manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Rodionovich has Sepulveda in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sepulveda (10) vs (18) Rodionovich
Sepulveda wants to control from the top but Rodionovich keeps moving.
Rodionovich controlling Sepulveda's posture. #T13#
Sepulveda stays in close to Rodionovich's body and controls the position.
Sepulveda trying to control the position from guard on top but Rodionovich is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rodionovich working a defensive guard here.
Rodionovich keeping moving, preventing Sepulveda from controlling successfully. #T14#
Sepulveda sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Rodionovich bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Sepulveda's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sepulveda (10) vs (20) Rodionovich
Rodionovich works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Rodionovich is taking a breather. Sepulveda says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#SUB#
Sepulveda looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sepulveda trying to hold on to Rodionovich's head to control him but Rodionovich postures up.

And that's the end of the fight!
Rodionovich wins on points by 20 to 10.

 

Event: CACC 215     
Date:   Jun 20, 2021





159 cm
44 yrs
141 lbs



170 cm
29 yrs
146 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 3 losses; Alejandro Sepulveda! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 4 losses; Grachyov Rodionovich!
The judges for this bout are Stewart Dunkirk, Daniel Franklin and Gwen Towbar.


The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Sepulveda tries to close the distance and clinch but Rodionovich swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL#
Sepulveda moves into the clinch successfully. #TD2#
Rodionovich manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Rodionovich keeping moving, preventing Sepulveda from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Sepulveda drops back, looking for a kneebar! Rodionovich looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Rodionovich looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Rodionovich!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Sepulveda (0) vs (4) Rodionovich
Rodionovich tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Sepulveda struggling a bit here.
Sepulveda is looking for a sweep.
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Sepulveda regains half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rodionovich wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sepulveda keeps working.
Sepulveda wants to control but Rodionovich is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Sepulveda looking for submissions off his back.
Rodionovich is looking to take a break and control but Sepulveda is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T2##SUB2#
Rodionovich 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.
Sepulveda is trying to maintain the position but Rodionovich is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Sepulveda is defending against the submission attempts here by Rodionovich. #SUB#
Sepulveda actively working from the bottom here.#T3##SUB2#
Rodionovich 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.
Rodionovich wants to pass the guard but Sepulveda is defending well.
Sepulveda gets back to full guard. #SUB#
Sepulveda looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Sepulveda controls Rodionovich momentarily but Rodionovich frees himself. #T4#
Rodionovich sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Sepulveda is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Sepulveda bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Rodionovich's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sepulveda (2) vs (4) Rodionovich
Rodionovich keeping moving, preventing Sepulveda from controlling successfully. #T5#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rodionovich managing to control the position.
Sepulveda trying to control the position from guard on top but Rodionovich is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sepulveda is really struggling to control Rodionovich but he's trying to hold on to the position.#T6#
Rodionovich controlling Sepulveda's posture.
Sepulveda looking to sit in guard and control but Rodionovich gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sepulveda (2) vs (6) Rodionovich
Rodionovich tries to free his leg and advance position but Sepulveda is retaining full guard.
Rodionovich trying to control but Sepulveda is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Rodionovich avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #T7##SUB#
Sepulveda is looking for a triangle but Rodionovich pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Sepulveda is looking for a triangle but Rodionovich pushes his legs off easily.
Rodionovich trying to control the position from guard on top but Sepulveda is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sepulveda trying to control the position.
Sepulveda might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Sepulveda keeping full guard, as Rodionovich tries to pass. #T8##SUB#
Rodionovich got a little sloppy there for a moment and Sepulveda has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Rodionovich has managed to get both his arms back between Sepulveda's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Rodionovich lying in Sepulveda's guard like a wet fish here, stalling away. Sepulveda decides he's had enough of all that nonsense - he escapes his hips and locks up an armbar! Wow, that was slick! Rodionovich taps! This one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Alejandro Sepulveda!
During a confident post fight interview, Alejandro Sepulveda thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: CACC 206: Turturro vs Ty     
Date:   Jun 13, 2021





159 cm
43 yrs
141 lbs



170 cm
29 yrs
146 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 2 losses; Alejandro Sepulveda! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 4 losses; Grachyov Rodionovich!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Timothy Bukovac and Percy O'Donnell.


The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL#
Sepulveda drives through and clinches with Rodionovich against the ropes. #TD2#
Rodionovich jumps into guard, dragging Sepulveda to the mat.
Sepulveda trying to control but Rodionovich is working from the bottom.
Sepulveda controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Rodionovich keeping moving, preventing Sepulveda from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sepulveda stopping the sweep attempt from Rodionovich.#T1#
Rodionovich keeping moving, preventing Sepulveda from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Sepulveda thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Sepulveda wants to control from the top but Rodionovich keeps moving.
Sepulveda has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Rodionovich is trying to keep Sepulveda in close.
Sepulveda wants to control from the top but Rodionovich keeps moving.
Rodionovich is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Sepulveda 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.#T2#
Rodionovich is controlling Sepulveda's posture.
Rodionovich keeping moving, preventing Sepulveda from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Rodionovich working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Sepulveda doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Sepulveda manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Rodionovich looking to hit a scissor sweep but Sepulveda is one step ahead there.
Sepulveda trying to control but Rodionovich is working from the bottom.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T3#
Rodionovich is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Rodionovich keeping moving, preventing Sepulveda from controlling successfully.
Sepulveda looking to sit in guard and control but Rodionovich gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sepulveda (0) vs (2) Rodionovich#SUB#
Sepulveda working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Rodionovich doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Rodionovich manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T4#
Sepulveda keeping full guard, as Rodionovich tries to pass.
Rodionovich wants to control from the top but Sepulveda keeps moving.
Rodionovich passes Sepulveda's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Rodionovich is looking to take a break and control but Sepulveda is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Sepulveda is trying to control but can't. #SUB2#
Rodionovich seems to be looking for submissions.
Sepulveda is not content to let Rodionovich control the position.#SUB#
Sepulveda is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Rodionovich pulls his head out easily. #T5#
Sepulveda wants to control but Rodionovich is keeping busy.
Rodionovich is looking to take a break and control but Sepulveda is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Rodionovich is pressing down on Sepulveda's thigh, looking to free his foot. Sepulveda is holding on for now.
Sepulveda has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Rodionovich is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Sepulveda looking for submissions off his back.
Sepulveda wants to get back to full guard.#T6##SUB2#
Rodionovich is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Sepulveda is just riding it out for now. Rodionovich eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Rodionovich is looking for a kimura but Sepulveda is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Rodionovich to get the leverage. #SUB#
Sepulveda looking for submissions off his back.
Rodionovich is looking to take a break and control but Sepulveda is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Sepulveda wants to control but Rodionovich is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T7##SUB2#
Rodionovich is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Sepulveda sees it coming and defends easily.
Sepulveda might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB2#
Rodionovich is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB2#
Rodionovich is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Sepulveda controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Sepulveda moves into full guard.
Rodionovich trying to control but Sepulveda is working from the bottom. #T8##SUB#
Sepulveda looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Rodionovich looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Sepulveda escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Rodionovich gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Rodionovich is looking to advance position but Sepulveda has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Sepulveda (4) vs (2) Rodionovich#SUB#
Sepulveda working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet. #SUB#
Rodionovich defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Sepulveda. #T9##SUB#
Sepulveda goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Rodionovich is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sepulveda (4) vs (4) Rodionovich#SUB#
Rodionovich got a little sloppy there for a moment and Sepulveda has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Rodionovich has managed to get both his arms back between Sepulveda's legs - danger averted.
Rodionovich trying to control the position from guard on top but Sepulveda is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rodionovich stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Sepulveda swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Sepulveda is pulling down on Rodionovich's head to control his posture.
Rodionovich works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T10##SUB2#
Rodionovich is looking for a kimura here. #SUB2#
Rodionovich is working for a kimura but Sepulveda is defending it quite comfortably.
Sepulveda is looking to control Rodionovich's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Sepulveda avoid being mounted?
Rodionovich is keen to just control but Sepulveda is a slippery customer.
Sepulveda is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T11##SUB#
Sepulveda looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Sepulveda looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Sepulveda looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Rodionovich with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Sepulveda wants to control but Rodionovich is keeping busy. #T12##SUB2#
Rodionovich seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB#
Sepulveda looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Rodionovich is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Rodionovich seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Sepulveda does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB#
Sepulveda looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Sepulveda looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Rodionovich is looking to stall here but Sepulveda recovers full guard. #T13#
Sepulveda looking to control.
Rodionovich controlling from the top position.
Rodionovich trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Sepulveda had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Rodionovich defends it easily.
Rodionovich wants to pass the guard but Sepulveda is keeping the position.#T14##SUB#
Sepulveda looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Rodionovich has picked Sepulveda up and slammed him! Sepulveda can't keep hold of the triangle and Rodionovich manages to pass to side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Sepulveda (4) vs (7) Rodionovich
Sepulveda is looking to regain half guard here but Rodionovich keeps moving and retains side control.
Rodionovich is looking to take a break and control but Sepulveda is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Sepulveda can't do much from the bottom here.
Sepulveda is trying to escape the position but Rodionovich is controlling the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Rodionovich is trying to get an arm triangle but Sepulveda is defending well.
Sepulveda is trying to control Rodionovich's posture but Rodionovich avoids it.

And that's the end of the fight!
Rodionovich wins on points by 7 to 4.

 

Event: CACC 198: Mondragon vs Sanchez     
Date:   May 16, 2021





170 cm
32 yrs
135 lbs



159 cm
43 yrs
141 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 3 losses; Corey Clark ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 1 losses; Alejandro Sepulveda!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Timothy Bukovac and Percy O'Donnell.


The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Clark clinches up with Sepulveda and pushes him back against the ropes.
Clark wants to take the fight to the mat but Sepulveda manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#TD2#
Sepulveda has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Clark uses from the top position.
Clark trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Sepulveda working a defensive guard here.
Clark pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sepulveda is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Clark avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB2#
Sepulveda had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Clark defends it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Clark pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sepulveda is keeping the position for now. #T1#
Sepulveda can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Clark controls the pace.
Sepulveda bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Clark 's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Clark (0) vs (2) Sepulveda
Sepulveda trying to control the position from guard on top but Clark is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sepulveda looking to sit in guard and control but Clark gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Clark (2) vs (2) Sepulveda
Clark 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. #T2##SUB2#
Sepulveda is looking for a triangle but Clark pushes his legs off easily.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Clark is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Clark trying to control but Sepulveda is working from the bottom.
Clark looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB2#
Sepulveda is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Clark defends well.#T3#
Clark stopping the sweep attempt from Sepulveda.#SUB2#
Sepulveda looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Clark trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Sepulveda is looking for a triangle here but Clark uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Clark (5) vs (2) Sepulveda
Sepulveda can't do much from the bottom here.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.#T4#
Clark trying to control the action but Sepulveda is working from the bottom.
Clark is really struggling to control Sepulveda but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Sepulveda tries to bench press Clark off him but Clark keeps the position.
Sepulveda holds on tight, trying to prevent any damage.#SUB#
Clark looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Clark controlling the position from side mount. #T5#
Clark trying to control the position but Sepulveda is working away.
Clark controls the position from side control.
Sepulveda tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Clark will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Sepulveda being controlled for a moment. #T6#
Clark is looking to take a break and control but Sepulveda is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Clark tries for a kimura but Sepulveda is defending well.
Clark controls the position.
Clark wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sepulveda keeps working.
Sepulveda is looking for a sweep.#T7#
Sepulveda manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Clark (5) vs (4) Sepulveda
Sepulveda trying to control the action but Clark is working from the bottom.
The fighters are battling for position here. Clark manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Clark is trying to control the position but Sepulveda postures up.
Sepulveda wants to control from the top but Clark keeps moving.
Clark working a defensive guard here. #T8#
Sepulveda preventing the sweep.
Sepulveda is fighting to break Clark 's control of his arms but Clark is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Clark 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.
Clark is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Clark (7) vs (4) Sepulveda
Sepulveda is trying to control but can't. #SUB2#
Sepulveda looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T9#
Sepulveda is looking to control Clark 's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Sepulveda avoid being mounted?
Clark tries to pass the half guard into mount. Sepulveda knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Clark prevents Sepulveda from improving his position.
Sepulveda is staying active underneath Clark , who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Clark wants to pass to mount but Sepulveda is defending the position.
Sepulveda trying to hold on to Clark 's head to control him but Clark postures up.
Clark passes to full mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Clark (10) vs (4) Sepulveda#T10#
Clark trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Clark takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Sepulveda can't escape the position.
Sepulveda tries to lock up and control but Clark gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Clark takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Clark fails to move to back control. #T11#
Sepulveda is working to get back to half guard.
Clark tries to control but Sepulveda wriggling away.
Clark wants to take his opponent's back but Sepulveda doesn't allow it.
Sepulveda working to try and regain half guard.
Sepulveda regains half guard.#T12#
Clark tries to pass to full mount but Sepulveda defends it.
Sepulveda trying to control here.
Clark works his foot free and advances to mount.
Score +3 for passing guard: Clark (13) vs (4) Sepulveda
Clark looking to control and managing it successfully.
Clark looking to control but Sepulveda is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T13#
Sepulveda tries to reverse the position but Clark maintains control.
Clark controlling the position easily from mount.
Sepulveda wants to hold on but Clark pushes him away.
Sepulveda is looking to improve his position but Clark isn't that keen on the idea.
Sepulveda has given up his back. Will we see Clark going for some submissions?
Score +3 for taking back: Clark (16) vs (4) Sepulveda
Sepulveda prevents Clark from getting a body triangle.#T14#
Clark is not going to allow Sepulveda to sit and survive in this position.
Sepulveda staying busy and making it hard for Clark to control.
Sepulveda is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Clark controlling well, preventing Sepulveda from escaping the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Clark not allowing Sepulveda to control his hands.
Clark trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Sepulveda doesn't escape.

And that's the end of the fight!
Clark takes the fight on points by 16 to 4.
After the fight, Corey Clark was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

 

Event: CACC 191: Arias vs Ottke     
Date:   Apr 18, 2021





159 cm
43 yrs
141 lbs



165 cm
31 yrs
134 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Alejandro Sepulveda! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 16 losses; Thad Thayer!
The judges for this bout are George Francis, Robert Twigg and Stewart Dunkirk.


The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Thayer gets tackled into the ropes by Sepulveda. Sepulveda maintains the clinch. #TD2#
Thayer pulls guard.
Sepulveda sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB#
Sepulveda drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Sepulveda jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Sepulveda looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Sepulveda trying to control the position from guard on top but Thayer is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Sepulveda slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #SUB#
Sepulveda drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Sepulveda jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Sepulveda looking to sit in guard and control but Thayer gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sepulveda (0) vs (2) Thayer#SUB#
Sepulveda escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Thayer gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Sepulveda is looking for a triangle but Thayer pushes his legs off easily. #T2#
Thayer wants to control from the top but Sepulveda keeps moving. #SUB#
Thayer is sitting in close to Sepulveda's body. Sepulveda has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Thayer is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Thayer is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Sepulveda.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Alejandro Sepulveda!
Our winner, Alejandro Sepulveda, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

 

Event: KOM Featherweight Semi Finals     
Date:   Mar 21, 2021
#R1#
Doctore cracks a nice hook into Sepulveda's ribs.
Sepulveda 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.#TD#
Sepulveda bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Doctore is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Sepulveda is controlling him well.#SUB#
Sepulveda tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Sepulveda has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #ES2#
Doctore sneaks out the side door and pushes Sepulveda away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Doctore slips a jab from Sepulveda.
A countering left hand to the body from Doctore misses.
Doctore stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Doctore wants it to stay on the feet.
Sepulveda takes a swing at Doctore's ribcage but misses.
Sepulveda scores with a kick to the midsection.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sepulveda changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Doctore tries to avoid it but Sepulveda manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Doctore to the ground. Doctore escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Sepulveda throws a looping overhand right but Doctore ducks down to avoid it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sepulveda. Doctore does a little dance to reset his feet.#T1#
Horrible takedown attempt by Sepulveda or perhaps it was just good defense by Doctore, which made it look bad.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Alejandro Sepulveda. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sepulveda throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #TD#
Sepulveda shoots in and bounces Doctore off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.

Doctore has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Sepulveda off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Sepulveda fails with a takedown attempt.
Doctore unleashes a big counter combination but Sepulveda bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Sepulveda misses with a left hand
and Doctore counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Sepulveda lands with a shot to the body.
Sepulveda lands a nice looking body shot. #T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sepulveda doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Doctore swings for the body but Sepulveda moves out of range. #TD#
Sepulveda throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Doctore tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Sepulveda is in Doctore's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sepulveda wants to control from the top but Doctore keeps moving.
Doctore is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Sepulveda is controlling him.
Doctore keeping moving, preventing Sepulveda from controlling successfully. #T3##ES2#
Doctore pushes Sepulveda off and scrambles back to his feet.
Good standup being displayed there by Sepulveda as he connects with a hook.
Doctore tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Sepulveda defends well and Doctore ends up having to push Sepulveda into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Sepulveda misses with a body punch
and Doctore counters with a straight right hand.
A thudding body kick lands there by Sepulveda!
Doctore stuffs the takedown.
Sepulveda swings for the body but Doctore moves out of range.
Sepulveda is looking to wear down Doctore with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Sepulveda with a body punch. A glancing blow.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Sepulveda.
Sepulveda fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Doctore manages to avoid it.#T4#
Doctore has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Doctore there as he acknowledges the shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sepulveda ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Sepulveda throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sepulveda changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#TD#
Sepulveda fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Doctore to the ground. Sepulveda is now in Doctore's guard.
Doctore wants to stand and escape but Sepulveda is having none of it.
Sepulveda trying to control but Doctore is working from the bottom.
Doctore wants to stand up but Sepulveda is controlling him.
Doctore keeping moving, preventing Sepulveda from controlling successfully.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Alejandro Sepulveda will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Doctore blocks the body kick.
Sepulveda looks to score with a jab to the body but Doctore is just out of range.
Sepulveda shoots in for a takedown but Doctore shows good takedown defense.
Doctore looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Nice body punch from Doctore.
Sepulveda rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Doctore counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Sepulveda cracks Doctore with a good jab.
Sepulveda throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Doctore tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Doctore misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Sepulveda throws a body kick that misses
and Doctore counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Sepulveda throws a leg kick but Doctore checks it.
Doctore is looking for the big counter here.
Sepulveda misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Doctore. #T1#
Doctore tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sepulveda was well out of range. Poor timing from Doctore.
Sepulveda throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
A nice side step and Doctore releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Sepulveda misses with a body punch
and Doctore counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Sepulveda looks for the body kick but Doctore saw that one coming.
Oenomaus Doctore is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Sepulveda waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Doctore.
Doctore lands a body shot.
Sepulveda misses the shot to the body.
A jab from Doctore does it's job there.
Doctore with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Sepulveda throws a sloppy head kick
and Doctore makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Sepulveda throws a wild body kick that Doctore sees coming a mile off.#T2#
A lazy body kick from Sepulveda
and Doctore connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#ROC2#Sepulveda is rocked!
Doctore throws a nasty head kick that just misses. He throws another kick to the head of his opponent and almost takes it off! Sepulveda crumples to the floor and the fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:15 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Oenomaus Doctore!
An out of breath and clearly excited Oenomaus Doctore thanked BuriedAlive// Fight Gear for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).

 

Event: MMMA Kings of Madness 10(FW)     
Date:   Feb 28, 2021
#R1#
Van Der Dusse takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Van Der Dusse stalks Sepulveda and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Sepulveda's face. Sepulveda staggers backwards, shaken.
Sepulveda connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Van Der Dusse fails with an attempt to clinch. #TD#
Sepulveda decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Sepulveda is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Van Der Dusse defends it well. #SUB#
Sepulveda seems to be looking for submissions.
Sepulveda seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Van Der Dusse does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB#
Sepulveda is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Van Der Dusse sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Sepulveda is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB#
Sepulveda seems to be working for a kimura but Van Der Dusse defends the submission attempt.#T1#
Van Der Dusse wants to get back to full guard.
Van Der Dusse is trying to stand up here but Sepulveda is controlling him well.
Van Der Dusse is looking to improve his position. #SUB#
Sepulveda is looking for submissions but instead, Van Der Dusse has regained full guard.
Sepulveda prevents Van Der Dusse from getting back to his feet. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Van Der Dusse keeping moving, preventing Sepulveda from controlling successfully.
Van Der Dusse 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.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Sepulveda shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Van Der Dusse as he jumps to the side.
Van Der Dusse uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda lands with a nice body punch. #TD#
Sepulveda fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Van Der Dusse to the ground. Sepulveda is now in Van Der Dusse's guard.
Sepulveda trying to control but Van Der Dusse is working from the bottom.
Sepulveda not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB#
Sepulveda drops back looking for a submission - "I'm sorry sir, but I'm gunna break your leg" says Sepulveda as he cranks on the unfortunate limb! Van Der Dusse screams and taps out before any major damage is done! Don't mess with Sepulveda! Nice submission victory there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Alejandro Sepulveda!
Alejandro Sepulveda thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: MMMA Kings of Madness 4 (FW)     
Date:   Feb 07, 2021
#R1#
Doyle swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Doyle to score with a decent uppercut.
Sepulveda keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Doyle.
Sepulveda shoots and misses
and Doyle counters with a left and a right that stings Sepulveda.
Doyle lands a slapping body shot.
Doyle misses with a wild body shot.
Sepulveda gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Sepulveda throws a body shot but no joy.
Doyle is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Doyle throws an off balance right hand
and Sepulveda counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Doyle tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sepulveda was well out of range. Poor timing from Doyle.
Doyle bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
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!
Sepulveda looks to throw the jab but Doyle is out of range.
Sepulveda getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Doyle uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Doyle.
Doyle connects with the punch.
Doyle takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Doyle listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Sepulveda misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Doyle. #T1#
Doyle scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Sepulveda misses with a head kick.
Doyle tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Sepulveda manages to circle out of the way.
Doyle lands a nice shot to the body.
Doyle scores with a hook.
Doyle scores with a punch to the head.
Doyle throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Sepulveda throws a jab when Doyle was well out of range.
Sepulveda swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Sepulveda looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Sepulveda is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Doyle rather than just go for the knockout.
Doyle pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A telegraphed right hand from Doyle misses the target.
Doyle is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Doyle moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Sepulveda misses with a jab to the body #CL#
and Doyle holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Doyle lands with a right to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Doyle misses with some punches.
Sepulveda drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Jimmy Doyle has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alejandro Sepulveda.
Doyle lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Sepulveda.#T2#
Doyle tries a body shot but Sepulveda blocks it.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Doyle creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #TD2#
Sepulveda manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Sepulveda is controlling Doyle's posture.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Doyle pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sepulveda is keeping the position for now.
Sepulveda controlling Doyle's posture.
Sepulveda controls Doyle momentarily but Doyle frees himself. #T3##SUB2#
Sepulveda is looking for a triangle here but Doyle uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
You can see the frustration on Sepulveda's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
A lull in the action here.
Doyle tries to advance to mount but can't. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Doyle has control of an arm but Sepulveda manages to advance to Doyle's back!
Doyle tries to roll but Sepulveda sticks to his back. #SUB2#
Sepulveda looking for the choke but no joy. #SUB2#
Sepulveda has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Doyle is in bad spot here. #SUB2#
Doyle preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Sepulveda.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jimmy Doyle dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Sepulveda avoids the body shot from Doyle.
Doyle misses the jab.
Doyle throws a nice outside leg kick.
Sepulveda swings widly with a right hand
and Doyle counters with a left to the body.
Sepulveda looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Doyle closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Doyle takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Doyle is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sepulveda can do to turn this around?
Sepulveda swings for the body but Doyle moves out of range.
Sepulveda scores with a hook.
Doyle ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Doyle throws a shot from downtown. Sepulveda moves away and avoids it.
Sepulveda swings for the body but Doyle moves out of range.
Sepulveda avoids the body shot from Doyle.
Sepulveda fails with a takedown attempt.
Doyle looks to land a left hand but Sepulveda moved out of range nicely.
Sepulveda closes the distance and clinches up with Doyle, looking for a takedown. Sepulveda pushes Doyle against the cage but Doyle circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#T1##CL#
Doyle has Sepulveda up against the cage in a clinch.
Doyle misses with some punches. #BC2#
Sepulveda breaks the clinch.
Doyle is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Sepulveda steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Doyle.
Sepulveda lands a body shot.
Jimmy Doyle is winning the standup battle so far.
Doyle throws a jab when Sepulveda was well out of range.
Doyle throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Sepulveda misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Jimmy Doyle has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alejandro Sepulveda.
Sepulveda keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Doyle.
A countering left hand to the body from Sepulveda misses.
Doyle connects with a looping right hand.
Sepulveda checks the leg kick.
Doyle thows a left - swing and a miss!
Sepulveda misses with an uppercut. Doyle saw that one coming.
Doyle misses with a head kick.
Sepulveda walks into a left hand. #T2#
Sepulveda looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Sepulveda misses with a leg kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sepulveda fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Doyle looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Sepulveda scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Doyle doesn't seem bothered though.
Sepulveda swings for the body but Doyle moves out of range.
Doyle lands a right hook to the body.
Doyle looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
A leg kick checked by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda is trying to counter with his kicks.
Sepulveda dives in and grabs Doyle's left leg, looking for a takedown. Doyle pushes down on Sepulveda's head and hops out.
Nice body punch from Doyle.
Doyle throws a hook but Sepulveda blocks it.
Doyle lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Sepulveda at a distance.
Sepulveda lands with a good body shot.
Doyle misses with a straight left.
Doyle moves away from the strike by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda tries to score with a low kick but Doyle moves his leg out of the way.
As Sepulveda backs away, Doyle returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.#T3#
Doyle lands with a cross.
Doyle uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda tries to land a body kick
and Doyle counters with a right hand to the body.
Sepulveda tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Doyle swivels and escapes.
Sepulveda misses with a straight left.
Sepulveda checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Sepulveda cracks a nice hook into Doyle's ribs.
Doyle throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Sepulveda counters with a body kick.
Jimmy Doyle seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sepulveda keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Doyle.
Sepulveda is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Doyle with a body shot.
Good leg kick by Doyle.
Doyle connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Sepulveda misses with a takedown attempt - Doyle sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Doyle throws a wild body kick that Sepulveda sees coming a mile off.
Doyle punishes Sepulveda's body with a nice straight punch.
Sepulveda lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Doyle takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Sepulveda just misses with a punch to the body.
Doyle scores with a hook.
Doyle tries to clinch there but Sepulveda circles away.
Sepulveda lands with a shot to the body.
Sepulveda throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Doyle was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Doyle throws a head kick but Sepulveda moves out of range.
Sepulveda looks for the body kick but Doyle saw that one coming.
Doyle throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Sepulveda tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Doyle was well out of range. Poor timing from Sepulveda.
Doyle pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Sepulveda with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Doyle to score with a decent uppercut.
Sepulveda moves out of range of the leg kick from Doyle.
Doyle lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Doyle moves out of range of the body kick.
Sepulveda connects with a body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jimmy Doyle 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#
Doyle keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Doyle misses with an uppercut
and Sepulveda counters with a nice uppercut.
A telegraphed right hand from Sepulveda misses the target.
Nice jab there from Doyle.
Sepulveda takes a swing at Doyle's ribcage but misses.
Sepulveda uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Doyle.
Sepulveda tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Doyle was well out of range. Poor timing from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Doyle drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#TD2#
Sepulveda shoots in for a takedown and gets it.

Doyle kicks off Sepulveda and gets to his feet.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Doyle goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Sepulveda fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Doyle manages to avoid it.#T1#
Doyle throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sepulveda sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Doyle throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Sepulveda on the side of the head.
Doyle punishes Sepulveda's body with a nice straight punch.
Doyle is looking to land body kicks.
A shot to the liver by Doyle. Beautiful body shot.
Sepulveda digs a good body shot into Doyle's ribs.
Sepulveda lands with a hook. Doyle tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Sepulveda takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Sepulveda fails with a takedown attempt.
Sepulveda misses the shot to the body.
Doyle throws a right hand that misses
and Sepulveda makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Sepulveda has a takedown stuffed.
A decent looking cross lands there for Doyle.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Doyle scores with a jab.
Sepulveda misses the shot to the body.
Doyle tries to clinch up but Sepulveda circles away and keeps his distance.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sepulveda. Doyle does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sepulveda on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Doyle. Doyle obviously looking to wear him down.
Sepulveda takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Doyle is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Doyle misses with a wild body shot.
It seemed like Sepulveda was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Doyle lands with a thumping leg kick.
Doyle connects with a solid leg kick.
Doyle throws a right hand that misses
and Sepulveda counters with a stiff right hand.
Doyle moves out of range as Sepulveda strikes.
Doyle thuds his right hand into Sepulveda's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#T3#
Horrible takedown attempt by Sepulveda or perhaps it was just good defense by Doyle, which made it look bad.
Jimmy Doyle has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alejandro Sepulveda.#CL#
Doyle moves into range and clinches up with Sepulveda.
Doyle lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Doyle throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Doyle tries to work over Sepulveda's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A short uppercut from Doyle.
Sepulveda is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Doyle to keep the fight standing.
Alejandro Sepulveda has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Doyle tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Sepulveda is trying to drag Doyle to the mat but Doyle just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Sepulveda takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Doyle scores with a hook to the body.
Sepulveda misses with a short punch on the inside.
Doyle lands a shot to the body.#TD2#
Sepulveda gets control of Doyle's arms and successfully pulls guard. Sepulveda will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.#T4##SUB2#
Sepulveda looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Sepulveda wants to improve his position but instead Doyle has moved into half guard. #SUB2#
Sepulveda has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Doyle escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Doyle!
Doyle will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Doyle remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
Doyle tries to stand but Sepulveda is controlling his head.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jimmy Doyle showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Doyle, 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jimmy Doyle!

Jimmy Doyle seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: TC 20 Jacobsen vs Picker 2     
Date:   Dec 26, 2020
#R1#
Williams stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Sepulveda looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Williams swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Williams scores with a hook to the body. Sepulveda takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Sepulveda throws a low kick but it's checked well by Williams.
Williams missing with a left hand there. Sepulveda was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Sepulveda replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Williams blocks it well.
Sepulveda bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Williams's head.
Williams's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Sepulveda connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Williams scrambles back to his feet.
Sepulveda throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nice uppercut lands for Williams. That snapped Sepulveda's head back.
Sepulveda looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Sepulveda throws a body punch but Williams moves out of range.
Sepulveda slips under a jab.
Williams punishes Sepulveda's body with a nice straight punch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Williams throws a right and a left that Sepulveda avoids nicely.
Sepulveda lands a nice looking body shot.
Williams tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Sepulveda jabs at Williams's body.
Sepulveda misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Williams.
Sepulveda takes a swing at Williams's ribcage but misses.
Sepulveda misses with a looping left.#T1#
Sepulveda shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. #TD2#
Sepulveda bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Williams is looking for a sweep.
Williams sneaks back into half guard.
Sepulveda looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Williams is trying is best to control the position here.
Williams has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Sepulveda is working away from the top position though.
Sepulveda is trying to control. Williams wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Williams makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Williams.
Williams pulls Sepulveda in to control the position.
Sepulveda trying to control the position from guard on top but Williams is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Williams has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #T2#
Williams looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Williams is pulling down on Sepulveda's head to control his posture.
Sepulveda trying to control the position from guard on top but Williams is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Williams wants to sweep but no luck.
Williams being controlled here, momentarily.
Williams looking to hit a scissor sweep but Sepulveda is one step ahead there.
Sepulveda trying to control the position from guard on top but Williams is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Williams misses with a hook.
Williams lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Sepulveda at a distance.
Nice takedown defense from Williams. No joy for Sepulveda on that attempt. #T3#
A big left from Williams misses.
Sepulveda swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Sepulveda steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Williams.
Sepulveda let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Sepulveda misses with a hook. Williams ducked under it nicely.
Williams smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Williams lands with a right hand.
Sepulveda walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Sepulveda stuns Williams with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Williams blocks a jab.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Sepulveda throws a leg kick but Williams moved away.
Sepulveda misses with a body shot.
Williams was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Sepulveda slips under a jab.
Williams is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Sepulveda throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Williams is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Sepulveda ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Williams moves away.
Williams connects with a jab.
Robin Williams is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A big right from Williams misses.
Sepulveda slips a jab from Williams.
Williams stuffs the takedown attempt from Sepulveda. Sepulveda gets slowly back to his feet.
Robin Williams has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alejandro Sepulveda.#T4#
Sepulveda ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Williams moves away.
Sepulveda ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Williams moves away.
Sepulveda displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Williams throws out the jab.
Sepulveda takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Williams lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Williams takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Williams misses with a two punch combination.
Williams throws an overhand right that lands on Sepulveda's shoulder, as Sepulveda tries to avoid the shot.
A nice side step and Sepulveda releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Sepulveda shoots for a takedown but Williams saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
The fighters circle momentarily. Williams darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Sepulveda looks to land a body kick but Williams moved away.
Williams throws a jab but it's blocked by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Donk. Williams catches Sepulveda right on the button with a cross.
Williams lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Williams avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Sepulveda throws a hook but Williams avoids it easily.
Sepulveda takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Sepulveda lands a right hook to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Robin Williams dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Sepulveda connects with a jab.
Sepulveda ducks under a wild hook from Williams.
Williams wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Sepulveda walks into a stiff left hand from Williams.
Sepulveda throws a body punch but Williams moves out of range.
Williams smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Sepulveda is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Williams rather than just go for the knockout.
Williams takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
A clash of legs there as Sepulveda blocks the low kick.
Williams is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sepulveda can do to turn this around?
Sepulveda tries to land a front kick but Williams steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Williams changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Sepulveda lands a slapping body shot.
Decent striking displayed by Williams there.
It looks like Williams has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Williams cracks Sepulveda with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
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!
Good exchange - Sepulveda coming out on top.
Williams throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sepulveda avoids the body shot from Williams.
Sepulveda throws a body shot but no joy.
Williams is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Williams throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #CL#
Williams forces Sepulveda back against the cage and clinches.#T1##BC2#
Sepulveda pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Williams takes a swing at Sepulveda's ribcage but misses.
Sepulveda misses with an attempted mid kick.
Sepulveda shoots in looking for a takedown but Williams manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Sepulveda's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Sepulveda just misses with a punch to the body.
Williams lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Sepulveda at a distance.
Williams jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Williams lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Williams lands an overhand right.
Robin Williams seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Williams misses with a looping right.
Williams keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Williams tries to counter by clinching up but Sepulveda breaks away and moves out of range.
Williams misses with an uppercut. Sepulveda saw that one coming.
Robin Williams is winning the standup battle so far.
Sepulveda misses the shot to the body. #TD2#
Williams gets caught napping as Sepulveda dives in and scores a takedown. Williams manages to retain guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Williams pulls Sepulveda in close to prevent any damage. #T2#
Sepulveda trying to control the position from guard on top but Williams is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sepulveda is fighting to break Williams's control of his arms but Williams is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Sepulveda wants to control from the top but Williams keeps moving.
Sepulveda being controlled here momentarily.
Williams tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Williams seems keen to control Sepulveda's posture.
Williams continues to stall.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
Sepulveda trying to control but Williams is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Sepulveda misses with an attempted mid kick.
Williams lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Sepulveda circles away quickly and effectively.#T3#
Williams dips to his left and cracks Sepulveda with an uppercut!
A telegraphed right hand from Williams misses the target.
Sepulveda defending well as Williams loads up on a big left hand.
Sepulveda moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Sepulveda swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sepulveda fails to land the takedown.
Robin Williams has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alejandro Sepulveda.
Williams fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Williams misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sepulveda.
Williams connects with a body shot that sends Sepulveda's belly button to the back.
Horrible takedown attempt by Sepulveda or perhaps it was just good defense by Williams, which made it look bad.
Williams fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Sepulveda looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Williams lands a body shot.
Sepulveda takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Sepulveda swings for the body but Williams moves out of range. #T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Williams lands a nice shot that snaps Sepulveda's head back.
Williams jabs Sepulveda right on the nose. Sepulveda blinks but takes it well.
Williams punishes Sepulveda's body with a nice straight punch.
Williams misses with a combination
and Sepulveda counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Sepulveda gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Williams.
Williams misses with a straight left.
Williams scores with a jab to the head.
Sepulveda has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Sepulveda throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Williams ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sepulveda moves away.
Sepulveda shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Williams cracks Sepulveda with an open hand slap.
Sepulveda shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Williams tests Sepulveda's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Williams misses with a straight right.
Sepulveda uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Williams.#TD2#
Sepulveda looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Williams!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Williams tries to buck Sepulveda off but Sepulveda is having none of it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Robin Williams dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
A big left from Sepulveda misses.
Williams takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Sepulveda shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Williams as he avoids it easily.
Williams slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Williams misses with a looping right.
Decent striking displayed by Williams there.
Williams misses with an uppercut.
Williams lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Williams ducks under a wild hook from Sepulveda.#TD2#
Sepulveda throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Williams was covering up waiting for the punch and Sepulveda finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Sepulveda stopping the sweep attempt from Williams.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sepulveda trying to control the position from guard on top but Williams is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Williams pulls Sepulveda in close to prevent any damage.
Williams keeping moving, preventing Sepulveda from controlling successfully.
Williams has Sepulveda pulled in close to control his posture.
Sepulveda trying to control but Williams is working from the bottom.
Williams looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Williams is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.#CL#
Williams clinches.
Sepulveda changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Williams fights it off and pushes away nicely. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Williams fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Williams tries to clinch there but Sepulveda circles away.
Sepulveda shoots in looking for a takedown but Williams manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Sepulveda's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Robin Williams has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alejandro Sepulveda.
Nice body punch from Williams.
A big left from Sepulveda misses.
Williams slaps away a takedown attempt from Sepulveda, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Sepulveda takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Williams uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda throws a body punch but Williams moves out of range.
Williams lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Sepulveda fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Williams manages to avoid it.
It looked like Williams was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Sepulveda.
Williams moves out of range as Sepulveda throws a body kick.
Williams cracks Sepulveda with a right hand to the side of the head.
Williams bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Williams scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Williams cracks Sepulveda with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#T3#
Sepulveda shoots in and drives through. Williams sprawls well.
Sepulveda just misses with a punch to the body.
Williams lands with an overhand left.
Williams wants to land a leg kick but Sepulveda is out of range.
Williams uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Sepulveda has time to react.
Williams throws a shot to the body.
Sepulveda swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sepulveda darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Sepulveda defending well as Williams loads up on a big left hand.
Alejandro Sepulveda has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Sepulveda throws a body shot but no joy.
Williams takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Williams wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Williams keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Sepulveda just misses with a punch to the body.
Sepulveda on the wrong end of a nice hook.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Williams connects with a jab.#ROC#Sepulveda is rocked!
Williams keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sepulveda misses the shot to the body. #T4#
Williams feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Sepulvedas jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Sepulveda is still on wobbly legs! Can Williams finish him?
Sepulveda misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Williams.
Sepulveda shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Williams moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
and Williams counters with a massive uppercut that badly hurts Sepulveda! He's just covering up as Williams starts to tee off till the referee steps in and stops the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:17 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Robin Williams!
Robin Williams bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

 

Event: TC 14 Mil $ GP vol 2.1     
Date:   Nov 14, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Payakarakatong pivots, looking for a leg kick but Sepulveda is out of range and Payakarakatong settles back down.
Sepulveda avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Decent striking displayed by Sepulveda there.
Payakarakatong takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Payakarakatong throws a head kick but Sepulveda moves out of range.
It looked like Sepulveda was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Payakarakatong.
Payakarakatong uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sepulveda.
Payakarakatong tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Sepulveda paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Payakarakatong blocks a low kick nicely.
Sepulveda 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.
Payakarakatong tries to clinch up.
Sepulveda is looking to counter punch.#CL2#
Payakarakatong pushes Sepulveda up against the cage in a clinch.
Sepulveda lands a hook to the side of the head.
Payakarakatong tries to circle away but Sepulveda has him pinned against the cage.#BC2#
Payakarakatong escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Sepulveda closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB#
Sepulveda is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Payakarakatong tries to roll over but Sepulveda keeps him under control.#T1##SUB#
Sepulveda is trying to work for a kimura but Payakarakatong is defending well. #SUB#
Sepulveda is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB#
Sepulveda seems to be working for a kimura but Payakarakatong defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Sepulveda is working for a kimura but Payakarakatong is defending it quite comfortably.
Payakarakatong wants to improve his position but Sepulveda is controlling well. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Payakarakatong is looking to control Sepulveda's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Payakarakatong avoid being mounted?#SUB#
Sepulveda is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB#
Sepulveda seems to be working for a kimura but Payakarakatong defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Sepulveda 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. #T3#
Sepulveda is trying to control. Payakarakatong wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
Sepulveda 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.
We've been informed that Payakarakatong has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.#SUB#
Sepulveda 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. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB#
Sepulveda is trying to work for a kimura but Payakarakatong is defending well. #SUB#
Payakarakatong is defending against the submission attempts here by Sepulveda.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Sepulveda seems to be looking for submissions.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alejandro Sepulveda dominated that round.
That's time! Sepulveda's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Payakarakatong is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Payakarakatong is looking to clinch but Sepulveda is avoiding it.
Sepulveda scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Sepulveda bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Sepulveda throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Payakarakatong stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Sepulveda throws a half hearted mid kick.
Payakarakatong is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Sepulveda with a body shot.
Sepulveda throws a body kick that misses.
Payakarakatong waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Sepulveda.
Sepulveda tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Payakarakatong was well out of range. Poor timing from Sepulveda.#TD#
Sepulveda looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Payakarakatong!#SUB#
Sepulveda working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB#
Sepulveda wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Payakarakatong, who protects the arm well. #T1#
Payakarakatong struggling a bit here.#SUB#
Sepulveda is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Payakarakatong knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Sepulveda looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Alejandro Sepulveda overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Sepulveda goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Payakarakatong has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Sepulveda but great work by Payakarakatong.#T2#
Sepulveda wants to control but Payakarakatong postures up.
Sepulveda is trying to get back to half guard.#SU2#
Payakarakatong decides to stand back up.
Payakarakatong takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Sepulveda slips a straight right by Payakarakatong.
Payakarakatong stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Palaktingpuet Payakarakatong is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL2#
Payakarakatong has managed to clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Payakarakatong.
Sepulveda lands with a right to the head. #BC2#
Payakarakatong breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A looping hook to the body misses from Sepulveda. Payakarakatong does a little dance to reset his feet.
Payakarakatong tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Sepulveda manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#T3##TD#
Sepulveda drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Sepulveda is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB#
Sepulveda drops back looking for a leg! Payakarakatong is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Payakarakatong manages to kick Sepulveda off! Sepulveda jumps back into Payakarakatong's guard.
Payakarakatong keeping moving, preventing Sepulveda from controlling successfully.
Sepulveda controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Payakarakatong controlling the position.#T4#
Payakarakatong keeping moving, preventing Sepulveda from controlling successfully.
Payakarakatong looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Sepulveda dives in and grabs Payakarakatong's left leg, looking for a takedown. Payakarakatong pushes down on Sepulveda's head and hops out.
Sepulveda is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Payakarakatong can do to turn this around?
Sepulveda digs a good hook to Payakarakatong's body.
Sepulveda is looking to wear down Payakarakatong with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda takes a swing at Payakarakatong's ribcage but misses.
Payakarakatong scores with a punch to the head.
Payakarakatong tries to score with a low kick but Sepulveda moves his leg out of the way.
A counter left hand to the body from Sepulveda misses its target.
Sepulveda throws a head kick but Payakarakatong moves out of range.
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 Alejandro Sepulveda 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. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Sepulveda misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Payakarakatong.
Payakarakatong connects with the punch.#CL2#
Payakarakatong has Sepulveda up against the cage in a clinch. #BC#
Sepulveda pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Payakarakatong throws an overhand right that lands on Sepulveda's shoulder, as Sepulveda tries to avoid the shot.
Payakarakatong throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Sepulveda attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Payakarakatong wants to clinch up but Sepulveda keeps it at a distance.
An attempted straight right counter from Sepulveda misses the target.
Sepulveda shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Payakarakatong fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Sepulveda looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Payakarakatong bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Sepulveda's head backwards.
Payakarakatong blocks the body kick.
Payakarakatong scores with a jab to the jaw.
Payakarakatong loads up on a big right hand but Sepulveda slips the punch.
Sepulveda is looking to counter with head kicks.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Payakarakatong throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Sepulveda counters with a nice uppercut.
Payakarakatong with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Sepulveda to score with a decent uppercut.#T1#
Sepulveda ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Payakarakatong moves away.
Sepulveda shoots in for a double leg but Payakarakatong sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#CL2#
Payakarakatong gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Sepulveda lands a right hand that snaps the head of Payakarakatong backwards.
Payakarakatong blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Sepulveda lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Payakarakatong backwards.
Sepulveda has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Payakarakatong avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Alejandro Sepulveda. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2#
Payakarakatong's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Payakarakatong tries to clinch there but Sepulveda circles away.
Payakarakatong throws a wild body kick that Sepulveda sees coming a mile off.
Payakarakatong throws a head kick but Sepulveda moves out of range.
Payakarakatong takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#TD#
Sepulveda scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #SUB#
Sepulveda wants to work for an arm triangle but Payakarakatong is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Payakarakatong is looking to get back to is feet but Sepulveda passes into side control. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB#
Sepulveda working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Payakarakatong wants to control but Sepulveda postures up.
Sepulveda wants to control but Payakarakatong is keeping him busy.
Payakarakatong wants to get back to his feet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Sepulveda thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T3#
Sepulveda is looking to take a break and control but Payakarakatong is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Payakarakatong is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Alejandro Sepulveda is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Sepulveda stalling.
Sepulveda'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.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#SUB#
Sepulveda is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Payakarakatong is just riding it out for now. Sepulveda eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Sepulveda 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. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Palaktingpuet Payakarakatong has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A jab from Sepulveda misses.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:28
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alejandro Sepulveda!

Alejandro Sepulveda decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: TC 9 Francis vs McGuire     
Date:   Oct 10, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL#
McCain has closed the distance and engaged Sepulveda in a clinch.
Sepulveda blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Sepulveda blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from Sepulveda fails to land.
Sepulveda tries to pull guard but McCain holds him up against the cage and eventually Sepulveda drops back down to his feet.
McCain tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Sepulveda throws a blind hook that connects with the side of McCains head.
McCain tries to throw a body punch but Sepulveda avoids it by throwing McCain back against the cage.
Sepulveda takes a shot to the head.
A short left from McCain.
McCain throws a punch but it's blocked by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda prevents a body shot from McCain.
Sepulveda misses with a short punch on the inside.
Sepulveda throws a head punch that misses.
McCain prevents the takedown attempt. #TD2#
Sepulveda works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
Sepulveda got a little sloppy there for a moment and McCain has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Sepulveda has managed to get both his arms back between McCain's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
McCain working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Sepulveda doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Sepulveda manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Sepulveda wants to control from the top but McCain keeps moving. #T1##SUB#
McCain looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Sepulveda trying to control the position from guard on top but McCain is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McCain seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#SUB#
McCain is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Sepulveda is aware though and is defending well.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
McCain had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Sepulveda defends it easily.#SUB#
Sepulveda got a little sloppy there for a moment and McCain has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Sepulveda has managed to get both his arms back between McCain's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
McCain throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
McCain keeping moving, preventing Sepulveda from controlling successfully.
Sepulveda is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Sepulveda trying to control but McCain is working from the bottom. #SUB#
McCain is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #T3#
Sepulveda trying to control the position from guard on top but McCain is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
McCain looking to control. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Sepulveda lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
McCain displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Sepulveda.
John McCain has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alejandro Sepulveda.
Sepulveda just misses with a punch to the body.
McCain is looking to counter punch.
McCain takes a shot to the body in his stride.
McCain throws a nice outside leg kick. #T4#
Sepulveda takes a swing at McCain's ribcage but misses.
Sepulveda throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#TD2#
Sepulveda closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. McCain quickly recovers to half guard.
McCain wants to control but Sepulveda is keeping busy and won't allow it.
McCain regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB#
McCain had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Sepulveda defends it easily.
Sepulveda wants to control from the top but McCain keeps moving.
Sepulveda might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control McCain haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Sepulveda avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
McCain keeping moving, preventing Sepulveda from controlling successfully.
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 John McCain will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
McCain swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sepulveda takes a swing at McCain's ribcage but misses.
Sepulveda lands with a nice body kick.
McCain throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sepulveda fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but McCain avoids it really well and circles away.
Sepulveda takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Sepulveda looks to score with a jab to the body but McCain is just out of range.
Sepulveda swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCain bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Sepulveda misses the shot to the body.
McCain misses with a hook. Sepulveda ducked under it nicely.
Sepulveda now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Sepulveda is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down McCain rather than just go for the knockout.
McCain moves into range and connects with a jab.
McCain bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Sepulveda's head backwards.
John McCain is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
McCain throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Sepulveda pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
McCain defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Sepulveda.
McCain walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Sepulveda checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Sepulveda throws a body shot but no joy.
Sepulveda stuns McCain with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
McCain fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Sepulveda is out of range.
Sepulveda swings for the body but McCain moves out of range.
McCain appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
McCain connects with a single shot there.
Sepulveda throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #TD2#
Sepulveda closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into McCain's guard.
John McCain is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
McCain trying to control the position here.
Sepulveda wants to control from the top but McCain keeps moving. #T2#
McCain wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
McCain keeping moving, preventing Sepulveda from controlling successfully.
Sepulveda postures up.
McCain seems keen to control Sepulveda's posture.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
McCain keeping moving, preventing Sepulveda from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#CL#
Sepulveda gets tackled into the cage by McCain. McCain maintains the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A short right from Sepulveda on the inside. #T3#
Sepulveda blocks a body shot from McCain.
Sepulveda tries to pull guard but McCain won't allow it.
John McCain has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alejandro Sepulveda.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sepulveda.
Sepulveda is trying to pull guard but McCain turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Sepulveda looking for a takedown.
Sepulveda is looking to take this one to the mat.
Sepulveda can't get the takedown.
Sepulveda jumps guard but McCain turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Sepulveda misses with a punch on the inside.
Sepulveda misses with a short punch on the inside.
McCain blocking some punches. #T4#
Sepulveda fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #TD2#
Sepulveda gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, McCain regains guard.
Sepulveda engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Alejandro Sepulveda has got the better of the ground game so far.
McCain has his hands on Sepulveda's head, controlling the position.
McCain'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.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Alejandro Sepulveda will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. And we move into the final round!#R3#
McCain ducks under a wild hook from Sepulveda.
McCain connects with a jab.
Sepulveda fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
McCain connects with a single shot there.
Sepulveda shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with McCain but McCain pushes him off and we're back to square one.
McCain is looking to counter with a body kick.
McCain throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
A big right from Sepulveda misses.
Sepulveda thows a leg kick but McCain checks it
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Sepulveda fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McCain manages to avoid it.
Sepulveda misses with a low kick as McCain jumps back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jab from McCain.
McCain is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Sepulveda throws a hook but McCain blocks it.
McCain throws a big shot that misses.
Sepulveda is trying to counter with his kicks.
McCain comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
McCain stuffs the takedown.
McCain feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Sepulveda takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#T1##TD2#
Sepulveda shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Sepulveda was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
You can see the frustration on McCain's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
What's McCain going to do here then? He's in a bit of a pickle.
You can see the frustration on McCain's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Who's going to make the next move?
Sepulveda working away.#T2#
Sepulveda trying to control the action but McCain is working from the bottom.
McCain is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB2#
Sepulveda looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Sepulveda working away.#T3#
McCain is not content to let Sepulveda control the position.
McCain is trying to improve his position.#SUB2#
Sepulveda goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, McCain rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Sepulveda's guard! Nice work there by McCain!
McCain wants to control from the top but Sepulveda keeps moving. #SUB#
McCain drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Sepulveda manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now McCain has Sepulveda in his guard.#REVB#
Sepulveda controls from within his opponent's guard. #T4##SUB#
McCain has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Sepulveda can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
McCain is trying to keep Sepulveda in close.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
McCain has his foot on Sepulveda's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Sepulveda works his way back into a safe position though.
McCain keeping moving, preventing Sepulveda from controlling successfully.

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 John McCain.
I think McCain has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by split decision... John McCain!

 

Event: TC 4: Sitsongrit vs Salvatore     
Date:   Sep 05, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Sepulveda keeps the fight on the outside.
Sepulveda moves into range and connects with a jab.
Sepulveda dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Holey wants to clinch.
Holey fails to land the takedown.
Sepulveda scores with a jab to the body.
Holey shoots in but no luck this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sepulveda checks a leg kick.
Sepulveda lands a head shot.#CUT2#It looks like Nick Holey has been cut.
Holey looks to clinch
and Sepulveda counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Holey thinking.
Holey takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Sepulveda slips a jab from Holey.
Sepulveda let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#T1#
Sepulveda scores with a body shot.
Holey looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nick Holey. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Sepulveda 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.
Sepulveda is stalling in the full guard.
Sepulveda preventing the sweep.
Sepulveda controlling from the top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD2#
Sepulveda shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Sepulveda is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T3##SUB2#
Sepulveda thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Sepulveda's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Holey wants to stand but Sepulveda is controlling the position.
Sepulveda controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Sepulveda lands with a shot to the body.
Holey misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Sepulveda circles away from the clinch attempt.
A nice side step and Sepulveda releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Sepulveda dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Nice jab there from Sepulveda.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sepulveda smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#ROC2#Holey is rocked!#TD2#
Sepulveda drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Oh Holey is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Holey trying to remain calm as Sepulveda controls from the top position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alejandro Sepulveda dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Nick Holey's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Sepulveda looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Holey seems to have got his legs back now.
Holey shoots in but Sepulveda avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Holey could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Holey has his takedown stuffed
and Sepulveda counters with a body kick.
Holey misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sepulveda. #TD2#
Sepulveda drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.#SUB2#
Sepulveda thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Sepulveda slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Sepulveda thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #T1#
Sepulveda looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Holey working a defensive guard here. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Sepulveda looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Sepulveda has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#TD2#
Sepulveda is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Holey's half guard.
Sepulveda keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#SUB2#
Sepulveda is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Holey defends it well.
Sepulveda controlling the action here.#T3#
Holey tries to roll over but Sepulveda keeps him under control.
Alejandro Sepulveda has got the better of the ground game so far.
Holey trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Sepulveda takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#SUB2#
Sepulveda working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet. #SUB2#
Sepulveda working for a submission but Holey is keeping him at bay. #T4##SUB2#
Sepulveda is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Holey can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning. #SUB2#
Sepulveda working for a submission but Holey is keeping him at bay. #SUB2#
Holey defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Sepulveda.
Holey tries to reverse the position but Sepulveda maintains control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Sepulveda working for a submission but Holey is keeping him at bay.
Holey keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alejandro Sepulveda showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Nick Holey's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Holey tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Sepulveda manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#TD2#
Sepulveda shoots in and bounces Holey off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Holey working a defensive guard here.
Sepulveda controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Holey not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Sepulveda drops back looking for a submission - "I'm sorry sir, but I'm gunna break your leg" says Sepulveda as he cranks on the unfortunate limb! Holey screams and taps out before any major damage is done! Don't mess with Sepulveda! Nice submission victory there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Alejandro Sepulveda!
During a confident post fight interview, Alejandro Sepulveda thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: Syn 698 Turner vs Tapani     
Date:   Jul 10, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Poulsen throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sepulveda sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Poulsen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Poulsen misses with a body shot.
It looked like Sepulveda wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Sepulveda tries to land a body kick
and Poulsen counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Sepulveda definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Sepulveda throws a wild body kick that Poulsen sees coming a mile off.
Poulsen moves out of range of the body kick.
Poulsen just misses with a punch to the body.
It looked like Sepulveda wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Poulsen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sepulveda moves away.
Sepulveda swings for the body but Poulsen moves out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Poulsen misses the target.
Poulsen doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Poulsen takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sepulveda ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Poulsen moves away.
Poulsen moves out of range as Sepulveda throws a body kick.
Sepulveda ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Poulsen moves away.
Sepulveda uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Poulsen.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sepulveda. Poulsen does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sepulveda swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Poulsen swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T1#
Sepulveda takes a swing at Poulsen's ribcage but misses.
Sepulveda walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Poulsen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sepulveda moves away.
Sepulveda throws a shot to the body.
Sepulveda throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Sepulveda dives in and grabs Poulsen's left leg, looking for a takedown. Poulsen pushes down on Sepulveda's head and hops out.
Poulsen misses the shot to the body.
Sepulveda shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Poulsen as he jumps to the side.
Poulsen looks to land a combination but Sepulveda avoids it well.
A quick step to the side and Sepulveda tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sepulveda just misses with a punch to the body.
Poulsen misses with an uppercut.
A bone on bone clash there as Sepulveda blocks the leg kick.
Vang Poulsen is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Sepulveda displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Poulsen throws out the jab.
The fighters circle momentarily. Poulsen darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Sepulveda takes a swing at Poulsen's ribcage but misses. #T2#
Sepulveda misses with a straight right.
Sepulveda keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sepulveda swings for the body but Poulsen moves out of range.
Sepulveda looks to score with a jab to the body but Poulsen is just out of range.
Poulsen takes a swing at Sepulveda's ribcage but misses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Poulsen pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Poulsen displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Sepulveda.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Alejandro Sepulveda. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Poulsen lands a nice looking body shot.
A jab from Poulsen misses.
Sepulveda misses with a wild body shot.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Poulsen! But no joy.
Poulsen throws a shot from downtown. Sepulveda moves away and avoids it.
A punch lands to the side of Sepulveda 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Sepulveda bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Poulsen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sepulveda moves away.
Jab from Sepulveda.#T3#
Sepulveda takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Sepulveda just misses with a punch to the body.
Sepulveda tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Poulsen was well out of range. Poor timing from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda scores with a sloppy right hand. Poulsen should have avoided that one.
Sepulveda keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sepulveda shoots in but Poulsen avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Sepulveda uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Poulsen.
Sepulveda has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Poulsen misses with a hook. Sepulveda ducked under it nicely.
Sepulveda throws a body punch but Poulsen moves out of range.
Poulsen bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Sepulveda bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Poulsen missing with a left hand there. Sepulveda was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Sepulveda is looking to wear down Poulsen with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Sepulveda avoids a kick to the body.
A head kick from Poulsen lands but Sepulveda takes it in his stride. #T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD#
Sepulveda is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Poulsen's half guard.#SUB#
Sepulveda is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Poulsen has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Sepulveda is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Poulsen defends it well.
Sepulveda stalling.
Sepulveda is looking to take a break and control but Poulsen is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Sepulveda is looking for a kimura but Poulsen is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Sepulveda to get the leverage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Vang Poulsen will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Sepulveda works Poulsen's body with a nice hook.
Poulsen just misses with a punch to the body.
Sepulveda looks to score with a jab to the body but Poulsen is just out of range.
Sepulveda keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Poulsen.
Sepulveda shoots in looking for a takedown. Poulsen tries to sprawl out of it but Sepulveda keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Poulsen manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Sepulveda looks to throw the jab but Poulsen is out of range.
Sepulveda looks to score with a jab to the body but Poulsen is just out of range.
Poulsen flicks out a counter leg kick but Sepulveda steps away.
Sepulveda ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Poulsen moves away.
Poulsen looks to land a right hand but Sepulveda moved out of range.
Poulsen listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Sepulveda throws a shot to the body.
Sepulveda moves away from the strike by Poulsen.
Sepulveda throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Poulsen is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Poulsen is looking to slow Sepulveda down with leg kicks.
Poulsen throws a hook but Sepulveda blocks it.#T1#
Sepulveda pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Sepulveda throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Poulsen misses with a hook.
Poulsen tries a head kick but it misses.
Poulsen takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Sepulveda wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Poulsen loads up on a big right hand but Sepulveda slips the punch.
Poulsen lands a jab to the head.
Poulsen lunges at Sepulveda with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Sepulveda's hand.
Sepulveda misses with a hook.
Sepulveda misses with a body kick.
A little jabbing left from Poulsen on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Sepulveda fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Poulsen checks it well.
Vang Poulsen seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Sepulveda takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Sepulveda loads up on a big right hand but Poulsen slips the punch.
Sepulveda tries to score a power double leg takedown but Poulsen sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Sepulveda somewhat.#T2#
Sepulveda keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sepulveda waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Poulsen.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Poulsen lands the left hand.
Poulsen 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.
Sepulveda just misses with a punch to the body.
Poulsen misses the jab.
Sepulveda looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Sepulveda darts in looking for a takedown but Poulsen gets double underhooks and turns Sepulveda into the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Alejandro Sepulveda. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sepulveda looks to land a right hand but Poulsen moved out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Poulsen. Sepulveda does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nice defenses there by Sepulveda.
A jab from Poulsen misses.
Poulsen dips to his left and cracks Sepulveda with an uppercut!
Sepulveda fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#T3#
Sepulveda throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Poulsen throws a quick inside leg kick.
Sepulveda looks to score with a jab to the body but Poulsen is just out of range.
Poulsen lands with a nice body punch.
Poulsen feints a jab promting Sepulveda to slip. Poulsen then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Sepulveda slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Poulsen scores with a jab to the jaw.
Poulsen steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Sepulveda. That one must have hurt.
Poulsen just misses with a punch to the body.
Sepulveda was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Sepulveda on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Sepulveda avoids a punch combination nicely.
Sepulveda scores with a kick to the midsection.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sepulveda shoots in but no luck this time.
Poulsen avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Poulsen! But no joy.#T4#
Poulsen moves out of range as Sepulveda throws a body kick.
Poulsen follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Poulsen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sepulveda.
A little feinted left hand from Sepulveda on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Poulsen lands a nice leg kick that just misses Sepulveda's sensitive parts.
Sepulveda misses with a body shot.
Poulsen has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Sepulveda.
Poulsen lands a slapping body shot.
Poulsen connects with a body shot that sends Sepulveda's belly button to the back.
Poulsen just misses with a punch to the body.
Sepulveda swings for the body but Poulsen moves out of range.
Poulsen misses with an uppercut. Sepulveda saw that one coming.
Sepulveda misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Poulsen.
Poulsen swings for the body but Sepulveda moves out of range.
Sepulveda misses with a hook.
Poulsen doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vang Poulsen showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Sepulveda swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Poulsen connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Poulsen throws the left hand but Sepulveda avoids the punch easily.
Poulsen lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Sepulveda at a distance.
Sepulveda moves out of range of the strikes.
Sepulveda drops his hands momentarily and Poulsen takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Sepulveda avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Sepulveda shoots in but no luck this time.
Sepulveda keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sepulveda thows a left - swing and a miss!
Poulsen throws a sloppy head kick and Sepulveda moves out of range easily.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Poulsen.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sepulveda keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Poulsen slips under a jab from Sepulveda.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sepulveda. Poulsen does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sepulveda will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Poulsen with a nice cross.#T1#
Poulsen swings for the body but Sepulveda moves out of range.
Poulsen throws a body shot but no joy.
Sepulveda on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Poulsen ducks under a wild hook from Sepulveda.
Poulsen doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Sepulveda keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Poulsen lands a jab to the nose.
Sepulveda throws a right hand that misses
and Poulsen counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Sepulveda looks to throw the jab but Poulsen is out of range.
Sepulveda misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Poulsen.
Poulsen defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Sepulveda.
Poulsen looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Alejandro Sepulveda. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Poulsen lands an overhand right.
Sepulveda misses with a wild body shot.
Sepulveda shoots in and drives through. Poulsen sprawls well.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Poulsen misses with a few strikes there.
Poulsen works Sepulveda's body with a nice hook.#T2#
Poulsen cracks a nice hook into Sepulveda's ribs.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sepulveda's corner calls for a 1-2. Sepulveda obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Poulsen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Poulsen throws a jab when Sepulveda was well out of range.
Sepulveda displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Poulsen throws out the jab.
Poulsen takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Poulsen throws out a loose jab but Sepulveda uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sepulveda blocks a jab.
Poulsen throws a nice outside leg kick.
A lazy left from Sepulveda finds it's target.
Poulsen tries to score with a low kick but Sepulveda moves his leg out of the way.
Sepulveda throws a lazy right hand but Poulsen sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Poulsen now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Poulsen takes a swing at Sepulveda's ribcage but misses.
Poulsen takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Sepulveda staying out of range there.#T3#
Sepulveda walks into a stiff left hand from Poulsen.
Poulsen tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Poulsen throws a body shot but no joy.
Poulsen swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Sepulveda looks to score with a jab to the body but Poulsen is just out of range.
Poulsen misses with a body punch
and Sepulveda counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Sepulveda ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Poulsen lands a head kick!
Alejandro Sepulveda has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Sepulveda swings for the body but Poulsen moves out of range.
Sepulveda ducks under a wild hook from Poulsen.
Sepulveda looks to score with a jab to the body but Poulsen is just out of range.
Sepulveda closes this distance looking for a takedown but Poulsen circles away.
A little jabbing left from Poulsen on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Poulsen takes one to the chin there.
Poulsen scores with a shot to the body.
Poulsen throws a lazy right hand but Sepulveda sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Sepulveda misses the target.#T4#
Sepulveda misses with a kick to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sepulveda looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Poulsen is fending him off so far but Sepulveda persists. Nope, Poulsen circles away and we're back to standing.
Poulsen moves out of range of the strikes.
Sepulveda is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Poulsen.
A low kick lands for Poulsen.
Sepulveda looks to throw the jab but Poulsen is out of range.
Poulsen let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Poulsen keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Poulsen lands with an overhand left.
Poulsen scores with a jab to the body.
Poulsen throws a right hand that Sepulveda ducks under and follows up with a left that Sepulveda also avoids with ease.
A quick step to the side and Sepulveda tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Poulsen 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.
Poulsen missing with a left hand there. Sepulveda was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Poulsen moves out of range of the body kick.
Vang Poulsen is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Poulsen misses with a straight right.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sepulveda. Poulsen does a little dance to reset his feet.

And that's the end of the fight!
Vang Poulsen comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Poulsen 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 James Atkins scores the fight 27:30
Judge James Glass scores the fight 27:30
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Vang Poulsen!

After the fight, Vang Poulsen was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

 

Event: Syn 691 Dog vs Rockwell     
Date:   Jun 06, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Sepulveda darts in trying to clinch#TD2#
and Stipe counters with a nice double leg into guard. #SUB#
Sepulveda throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Stipe throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Stipe loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Stipe with a flurry of punches that miss. #SUB#
Sepulveda escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Stipe gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sepulveda has momentary wrist control but Stipe slips an elbow through the middle.
Stipe throws a big elbow that misses.
Stipe lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Stipe distracts Sepulveda with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#T1#
Sepulveda looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Stipe puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Stipe working his ground and pound in the gym.
Sepulveda is pressing down on Stipe's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB#
Sepulveda looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Stipe lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Stipe makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Stipe stands up over Sepulveda, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #SUB#
Sepulveda had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Stipe defends it easily.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Stipe's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SUB#
Sepulveda looking for a guillotine here but Stipe defends easily.
Stipe trying to control but Sepulveda is working from the bottom. #T2#
Sepulveda is controlling Stipe's posture.#SUB#
Sepulveda throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Stipe escapes and throws Sepulveda's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Sepulveda can't do much from the bottom here.
Stipe in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Sepulveda on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Stipe tries to move to mount but Sepulveda blocks the move with his legs.
Sepulveda is not content to let Stipe control the position.
Stipe lands a decent elbow from side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Sepulveda is trying to control Stipe's posture but Stipe avoids it.
Stipe lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Stipe is putting a hurting on Sepulveda here, landing some big shots from side control.
Stipe working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Stipe lands a nice forearm strike. #ROC2#Sepulveda is rocked!
Sepulveda can't do much from the bottom here.
Sepulveda tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Sepulveda is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Sepulveda is trying to maintain the position but Stipe is very close to passing his half guard.
Stipe lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #T4#
Sepulveda trying to control here.
Sepulveda wants to get back to full guard.
Stipe seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Sepulveda does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Sepulveda is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Stipe scores with a couple of nice shots.
Stipe wants to pass to mount but Sepulveda is defending the position.
Stipe prevents Sepulveda from improving his position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Stipe seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Stipe working Sepulveda over with strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mini Stipe dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2##CL2#
Stipe fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Sepulveda, pushing him back against the cage.
A short right from Stipe.
Sepulveda jumps guard but Stipe stands there with Sepulveda around his waist. Sepulveda gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sepulveda.
Stipe blocks an uppercut.
Stipe throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Sepulvedas head.
Sepulveda is trying to pull guard but Stipe turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Sepulveda throws a punch but it's blocked by Stipe.
Sepulveda has a couple of punches blocked by Stipe.
Stipe gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Sepulveda.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Alejandro Sepulveda. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stipe drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Sepulveda gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Stipe struggles to land a body shot inside as Sepulveda controls his hands. #T1#
A short left from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Sepulveda blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Sepulveda gets through Stipe's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Stipe tries to work over Sepulveda's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #TD#
Sepulveda gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. #SUB2#
Stipe has his foot on Sepulveda's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Sepulveda works his way back into a safe position though.
Stipe can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Sepulveda controls the pace.
Sepulveda won't allow Stipe to sweep him here.
Sepulveda postures up. #SUB2#
Stipe working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Sepulveda doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Stipe is tightening it up a little... Sepulveda has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Sepulveda reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Sepulveda taps out! Nice BJJ there by Stipe!

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

 

Event: Syn 685 Toivonen vs Dog     
Date:   May 08, 2020
#R1#
Doyle explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Doyle's jab looks to have found its range, popping Sepulveda under the eye.
Good work by Doyle as he checks the leg kick.
Sepulveda thows a left - swing and a miss!
Doyle lands with a thumping leg kick.
Doyle dips to his left and cracks Sepulveda with an uppercut!
Doyle defending well as Sepulveda loads up on a big left hand.
Doyle now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
A nice combination there by Doyle.
Sepulveda throws a looping overhand right but Doyle ducks down to avoid it.
Sepulveda tries to clinch up.#CL2#
Doyle moves into the clinch.
Sepulveda lands an uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Doyle.
Doyle works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Doyle has a couple of punches blocked by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda misses with a hook from the clinch.
Sepulveda misses with a hook from the clinch.
Doyle digs a right hand into Sepulveda's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Sepulveda's gas tank.
Doyle tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Doyle.
Sepulveda lands a shot to the body.#T1#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Doyle lands a nice uppercut.
Sepulveda misses with a punch on the inside.
Sepulveda throws a punch but it's blocked by Doyle.
Sepulveda throws a punch but it's blocked by Doyle.
Sepulveda misses with the head strike.
Sepulveda throws a head punch that misses.
Doyle lands a left hand.
Sepulveda blocks an uppercut.
Sepulveda tries a body shot but Doyle blocks it.
Doyle gets through Sepulveda's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Sepulveda misses with a hook from the clinch.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Doyle. #BC#
Sepulveda escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Sepulveda jabs Doyle right on the nose. Doyle blinks but takes it well.
Doyle is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Sepulveda moves out of range as Doyle strikes.
Sepulveda throwing a counter right hand but Doyle manages to avoid it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Doyle keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #CL2#
Doyle pushes Sepulveda up against the cage in a clinch.
Doyle misses with a hook from the clinch. #T2#
Doyle lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Sepulveda or not.
Doyle tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Sepulveda scores with a shot to the side of Doyle's head.
Doyle digs a right hand into Sepulveda's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Sepulveda's gas tank.
Doyle lands a shoulder strike.
Doyle can't find room to land a body shot as Sepulveda controls the action.
A short right from Doyle on the inside.
A short left from Doyle.
A shot in the inside from Doyle.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Doyle.
Doyle tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Sepulveda blocks an uppercut.
Sepulveda prevents a body shot from Doyle.
Doyle tries to work over Sepulveda's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Sepulveda softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Doyle lands with a left to the head.
Doyle tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Sepulveda working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Doyle lands with a right to the head.
Doyle blocking some punches.
Doyle tries a body shot but Sepulveda blocks it. #T3#
Sepulveda tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A left hand lands to the body for Sepulveda.
A nice left hand lands by Sepulveda.
Doyle lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Sepulveda throws a head punch that misses.
Sepulveda scores with a shot to the side of Doyle's head.
Doyle scores with a hook to the body.
Sepulveda tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Sepulveda tries to work over Doyle's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Sepulveda lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Sepulveda misses with a short punch on the inside.
Sepulveda lands an uppercut.
Sepulveda presses Doyle against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Sepulveda blocks an uppercut.
Sepulveda lands with a left to the head.
Doyle scores with a nice hook to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sepulveda pushes Doyle back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Doyle lands with a short shot to the head.
Doyle blocking some punches.
Doyle struggles to land a body shot inside as Sepulveda controls his hands. #T4#
Doyle tries to throw a body punch but Sepulveda avoids it by throwing Doyle back against the cage.
Doyle prevents a body shot from Sepulveda.
Doyle lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Sepulveda working aggressively here.
Doyle lands with a short shot to the head.
A body shot lands from Sepulveda.
Doyle misses with a short punch on the inside.
Sepulveda blocking some punches.
Doyle scores with a hook to the body.
Doyle misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Sepulveda tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Sepulveda misses with a body punch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sepulveda.
A nice right hand lands inside from Sepulveda.
A shot in the inside from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda pushes Doyle back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sepulveda tries to work over Doyle's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Sepulveda goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Sepulveda swings wildly with an uppercut but Doyle uses good head movement to avoid it.
Doyle lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jimmy Doyle dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Doyle throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Sepulveda stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Doyle throws out a leg kick but Sepulveda moves out of range and Doyle only half commits.
Sepulveda cracks Doyle with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Sepulveda throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Nice defenses there by Doyle.
Sepulveda lands a nice hook to Doyle's body. Doyle takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Doyle moves away from the strike by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda misses with a low kick.
Doyle ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Doyle feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Sepulveda's calf.
Sepulveda throws a body shot but no joy.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sepulveda. Doyle does a little dance to reset his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Doyle takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Doyle moves out of range of the strikes.
Sepulveda blocks a low kick nicely.
Sepulveda misses the shot to the body.
Doyle scores with a jab to the head. #T1#
Sepulveda connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Doyle's hands.
Doyle ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sepulveda moves away.
An attempted straight right counter from Sepulveda misses the target.
Sepulveda fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Doyle has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
A big left from Sepulveda misses.
Doyle now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Sepulveda throws a low kick, looking for Doyle's leg but Doyle calmly moves out of range.
Sepulveda sets himself, and Doyle steps forward looking for the clinch! Sepulveda avoids it this time.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Doyle lands a nice shot to the body.
A shot in the inside from Doyle.
Doyle lands a right hand.
Doyle tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Sepulveda's elbow.
Doyle tries to work over Sepulveda's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Sepulveda lands a hook to the side of the head.
Doyle lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Sepulveda backwards.
Sepulveda tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Sepulveda misses with some punches.
Doyle lands a nice uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Doyle tries to throw a body punch but Sepulveda avoids it by throwing Doyle back against the cage.
Doyle swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T2#
Doyle tries to work over Sepulveda's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Doyle scores with a shot to the side of Sepulveda's head.
Doyle lands a nice uppercut.
Sepulveda doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Doyle lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Sepulveda or not.
Doyle doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A body shot lands from Doyle.
Doyle lands a right hand.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Doyle. #BC#
Sepulveda breaks the clinch.
Doyle throws a body punch but Sepulveda moves out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Sepulveda on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Sepulveda throws a sloppy head kick and Doyle moves out of range easily.
Sepulveda tries to score with a low kick but Doyle moves his leg out of the way.
Doyle looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Doyle chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Sepulveda can pounce on him.
Doyle swings for the body but Sepulveda moves out of range.
Sepulveda uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Doyle.
A head kick misses from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T3#
Sepulveda fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Doyle manages to avoid it.
Doyle throws an overhand right that lands on Sepulveda's shoulder, as Sepulveda tries to avoid the shot.
Doyle moves out of range as Sepulveda throws a body kick.
Sepulveda slips a straight right by Doyle.
Jimmy Doyle seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Doyle with a nice cross.
Doyle scores with a punch to the head.
Sepulveda slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Doyle lands with a nice body kick.
A jab from Sepulveda misses.
Doyle lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Sepulveda motions for Doyle to come forward. Sepulveda throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Sepulveda walks into a left hand.
Sepulveda throws a hook but Doyle avoids it easily.
Sepulveda waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Doyle.
Doyle scores with a kick to the midsection.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sepulveda will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Doyle looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Doyle throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T4#
Doyle connects with a good right hand that stumbles Sepulveda. Sepulveda circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Sepulveda throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Doyle's head.
Doyle checks a leg kick.
Doyle connects with the punch.
Doyle lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Doyle feints and then cracks Sepulveda's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Sepulveda down.
Sepulveda dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Sepulveda cracks Doyle with a right hand to the side of the head.
Doyle has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Sepulveda scores with a shot to the body.
Sepulveda throws a shot from downtown. Doyle moves away and avoids it.
Doyle throws an off balance right hand
and Sepulveda counters with a straight right hand.
Sepulveda throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Doyle sees it coming and avoids it easily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Doyle fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sepulveda manages to avoid it.
As Doyle backs away, Sepulveda returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Doyle fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Sepulveda connects with a jab.
Sepulveda looks to throw the jab but Doyle is out of range.
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 Alejandro Sepulveda will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Sepulveda keeps the fight on the outside.
Nice defenses there by Doyle.
Sepulveda ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Doyle with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Sepulveda attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Sepulveda rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Doyle cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Sepulveda takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Some bone on bone action there as Doyle checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Sepulveda misses with a head kick.
Nice straight punches there by Sepulveda. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Sepulveda.
Doyle scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Doyle connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Sepulveda throws an overhand right that lands on Doyle's shoulder, as Doyle tries to avoid the shot.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Doyle! But no joy.
Doyle catches Sepulveda with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Sepulveda tries to clinch up.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sepulveda on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Sepulveda connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#T1#
Sepulveda misses with a hook
and Doyle counters with a low kick, right behind Sepulveda 's knee.
Doyle misses with a low kick.
Doyle feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Sepulvedas jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Sepulveda misses the jab.
Doyle lands a jab to the head.
Doyle misses with a low kick.
Doyle dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Sepulveda defending well as Doyle loads up on a big left hand.
Doyle checks a low kick from Sepulveda.
Doyle on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Sepulveda. Sepulveda obviously looking to wear him down.
Sepulveda scores with a jab to the body.
Doyle misses with a wild body shot.
Doyle thuds his right hand into Sepulveda's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Doyle pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Doyle throws a body shot but no joy. #T2#
Sepulveda will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Doyle fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sepulveda manages to avoid it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sepulveda ducks under a wild hook from Doyle.
Doyle avoids the head kick by Sepulveda.
Doyle looks to land a left hand but Sepulveda moved out of range nicely.
Doyle throws a nice outside leg kick.
Sepulveda keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Doyle.
Doyle throws a big shot that misses.
Sepulveda ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Sepulveda on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
A cross from Doyle lands.
Sepulveda scoring well with a low kick there.
Doyle blocks a jab.
Doyle misses the jab.
A bone on bone clash there as Sepulveda blocks the leg kick.
Doyle throws a lazy right hand but Sepulveda sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T3#
Sepulveda swings for the body but Doyle moves out of range.
Sepulveda misses with a body shot.
Jimmy Doyle seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Doyle throws a lazy right hand but Sepulveda sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Doyle throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
A left lands for Sepulveda.
Sepulveda misses with a straight left.
Nice shot by Sepulveda.
Nice defenses there by Doyle.
Doyle slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Sepulveda throws a head kick that misses.
Sepulveda swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Doyle changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Good shot there by Doyle.
Sepulveda takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Doyle connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Sepulveda momentarily. #T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL2#
Doyle gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
A short body shot lands from Sepulveda as the two fighters clinch.
Doyle misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Sepulveda lands with a light punch inside.
Doyle blocking some punches.
Sepulveda misses with a hook to the ribs.
Sepulveda misses with the head strike.
Sepulveda working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Sepulveda takes a shot to the head.
Doyle throws a punch but it's blocked by Sepulveda.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Doyle.
Doyle lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Doyle.
Sepulveda throws a punch but it's blocked by Doyle.
Sepulveda makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Doyle.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Doyle.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A left hand lands to the body for Doyle.
Jimmy Doyle seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Doyle doesn't land with the attempted body shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jimmy Doyle comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Doyle 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 Paul Tew scores the fight 28:29
Judge James Glass scores the fight 28:29
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jimmy Doyle!

Our winner, Jimmy Doyle, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

 

Event: Syn 679 Piano vs Frankels     
Date:   Apr 03, 2020
#R1#
Gro Ulfimph staying out of range there.
Sepulveda slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Sepulveda throws a sloppy body shot
and Sepulveda takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Sepulveda throws a jab but it's blocked by Gro Ulfimph.
Gro Ulfimph throws a counter high kick but Sepulveda was just alert enough to avoid it.
Sepulveda connects with a body shot that sends Gro Ulfimph's belly button to the back.
Gro Ulfimph displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Sepulveda throws out the jab.
A low kick from Sepulveda misses
enabling Gro Ulfimph to counter with a crisp jab. #CL2#
Sepulveda rushes Gro Ulfimph and presses him up against the cage.#BC2#
Sepulveda breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Gro Ulfimph looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Sepulveda misses with an uppercut
and Gro Ulfimph counters with a nice body shot.
Gro Ulfimph fails with an attempt to clinch.
Sepulveda lands a body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sepulveda scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#T1#
Sepulveda dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Gro Ulfimph. That did some damage!
Sepulveda jabs Gro Ulfimph to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Sepulveda lands a head shot.
Sepulveda with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Gro Ulfimph drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Sepulveda lands a nice shot to the body.
Sepulveda throws a hook but Gro Ulfimph blocks it.
A little feinted left hand from Gro Ulfimph on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Sepulveda lands a nice looking kick to the body. Gro Ulfimph takes a step back to recover.
Sepulveda tries to clinch up.
Gro Ulfimph attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Nice shot lands for Sepulveda.#T2#
Gro Ulfimph feints and then cracks Sepulveda's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Sepulveda down.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sepulveda walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Gro Ulfimph checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Sepulveda clobbers Gro Ulfimph with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Gro Ulfimph moves to clinch but Sepulveda breaks away
and Gro Ulfimph takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Sepulveda throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
A little feinted left hand from Gro Ulfimph on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Sepulveda misses with a looping left.
Sepulveda connects with a body shot.
Sepulveda scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Sepulveda throws a leg kick
enabling Gro Ulfimph to counter with a crisp jab.
Sepulveda throws a predictable looking body shot
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Sepulveda scores with a nice strike.#T3#
Sepulveda throws a right hand that misses
and Sepulveda takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
The crowd cheers as Sepulveda lands an impressive looking overhand right. Gro Ulfimph doesn't seem phased though.
Sepulveda avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Sepulveda throws a body punch but Gro Ulfimph moves out of range.
Gro Ulfimph throws a counter high kick but Sepulveda was just alert enough to avoid it.
Sepulveda is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Gro Ulfimph had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Gro Ulfimph throws a quick inside leg kick.
Sepulveda moves out of range of the leg kick from Gro Ulfimph.
Sepulveda scores with a body shot.
Sepulveda punishes Gro Ulfimph's body with a nice straight punch.
Gro Ulfimph takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Sepulveda ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Sepulveda tests Gro Ulfimph's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sepulveda throws a sloppy head kick
and Gro Ulfimph counters with a head kick.
Sepulveda fakes the leg kick and cracks Gro Ulfimph in the body.
Sepulveda connects with a right hand. Gro Ulfimph shakes it off.
Sepulveda connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Sepulveda throws a leg kick
and Gro Ulfimph counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #ROC#
Sepulveda is rocked!
Sepulveda connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Sepulveda is still on wobbly legs! Can Gro Ulfimph finish him?
Sepulveda finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Sepulveda seems to have recovered his senses.
Decent striking displayed by Sepulveda there.
Sepulveda scores with a nice right hand.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sepulveda changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Sepulveda misses the target.
Gro Ulfimph's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Sepulveda connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Gro Ulfimph scrambles back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alejandro Sepulveda dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Sepulveda with a hook.
Gro Ulfimph connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Gro Ulfimph throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Sepulveda looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Sepulveda throws a leg kick but Gro Ulfimph moved away.
Alejandro Sepulveda seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sepulveda staying out of range there.
A head kick misses from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda scores with a hook to the body. Gro Ulfimph takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sepulveda pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Sepulveda throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Gro Ulfimph tried to counter with a leg kick but Sepulveda avoided it.
Gro Ulfimph takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Sepulveda takes a swing at Gro Ulfimph's ribcage but misses. #T1#
A jab from Sepulveda does it's job there.
Sepulveda fails in his attempt to clinch.
Gro Ulfimph throws a sloppy head kick and Sepulveda moves out of range easily.
Gro Ulfimph wants to land a leg kick but Sepulveda is out of range.
Sepulveda misses with a leg kick.
Gro Ulfimph 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.
Sepulveda fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Sepulveda with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Sepulveda lunges at Gro Ulfimph with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Gro Ulfimph's hand.
Sepulveda throws a shot from downtown. Gro Ulfimph moves away and avoids it.
An attempted straight right counter from Gro Ulfimph misses the target.
Gro Ulfimph takes one to the chin there.
Sepulveda tries to clinch there but Gro Ulfimph circles away. #T2#
A slapping leg kick lands for Sepulveda.
Sepulveda lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Sepulveda cracks the inside of Gro Ulfimph's front leg.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sepulveda throws a lazy right hand but Gro Ulfimph sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Gro Ulfimph was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Sepulveda connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Sepulveda is looking to chop away at Gro Ulfimph's legs.
Gro Ulfimph gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Sepulveda.
Gro Ulfimph tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Sepulveda paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Sepulveda looks to score with a jab to the body but Gro Ulfimph is just out of range.
Sepulveda slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Sepulveda getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Sepulveda has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T3#
Sepulveda changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Sepulveda closes the distance but Gro Ulfimph moves to the side
and Gro Ulfimph counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Sepulveda swings widly with a right hand
and Gro Ulfimph counters with a nice uppercut.
Sepulveda throws a leg kick but Gro Ulfimph sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Gro Ulfimph throwing a counter right hand but Sepulveda manages to avoid it.
Sepulveda changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Sepulveda swings away with a body shot that misses
enabling Gro Ulfimph to counter with a crisp jab.
Sepulveda scores with a decent looking hook.
Nice cross by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda scoring well with a low kick there. #T4#
Gro Ulfimph tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sepulveda was well out of range. Poor timing from Gro Ulfimph.
Gro Ulfimph checks a leg kick nicely.
Gro Ulfimph throws a counter high kick but Sepulveda was just alert enough to avoid it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A decent looking cross lands there for Sepulveda.
Sepulveda slips under a jab.
A nice side step and Sepulveda releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Donk. Sepulveda catches Gro Ulfimph right on the button with a cross.
Alejandro Sepulveda seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Sepulveda blocks a head kick by Gro Ulfimph.
Sepulveda swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sepulveda 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.
Gro Ulfimph walks into a left hand.
Sepulveda throws a poor cross that misses
and Sepulveda takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Sepulveda feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Gro Ulfimphs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alejandro Sepulveda showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. 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#
A big left from Sepulveda misses.
Gro Ulfimph is looking to counter with head kicks.
Gro Ulfimph tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Sepulveda manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Gro Ulfimph scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Sepulveda connects with a crisp jab.
Gro Ulfimph scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Sepulveda ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Gro Ulfimph moves away.
Sepulveda throws a head kick that misses
and Gro Ulfimph counters with a nice body shot.
Gro Ulfimph cracks the inside of Sepulveda's front leg.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sepulveda lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Sepulveda pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Sepulveda throws a leg kick
and Gro Ulfimph counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T1#
Sepulveda tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Gro Ulfimph is able to avoid easily.
Gro Ulfimph throws a shot from downtown. Sepulveda moves away and avoids it.
Sepulveda connects with a jab.
Gro Ulfimph is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Sepulveda bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Gro Ulfimph's head backwards.
Gro Ulfimph ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sepulveda moves away.
Sepulveda works Gro Ulfimph's body with a nice hook.
Sepulveda darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Sepulveda closes the distance but Gro Ulfimph moves to the side
and Gro Ulfimph counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Sepulveda throws a leg kick that is checked
and Gro Ulfimph counters with a crisp right that sends Sepulveda to the canvas! Gro Ulfimph follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Murzol Gro Ulfimph!
An out of breath Murzol Gro Ulfimph thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: Syn 674 Turner vs Mahmoud     
Date:   Mar 06, 2020
#R1#
Keenan chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Sepulveda shoots for a takedown but Keenan saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Keenan fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Sepulveda on the side of the head.
Keenan scores with a hook to the body. Sepulveda takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Sepulveda moves out of range of the body kick from Keenan.
Gareth Keenan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Sepulveda scores with a takedown into Keenan's guard.
Keenan keeping moving, preventing Sepulveda from controlling successfully.
Keenan will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Sepulveda throwing strikes but missing. #SU2#
Keenan is working an open guard so Sepulveda takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Keenan looks to throw the jab but Sepulveda is out of range.
Keenan cracks Sepulveda with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Sepulveda with a lazy takedown attempt
enabling Keenan to counter with a crisp jab. #T1#
Sepulveda throws a right and a left that both miss.
Sepulveda fails with a takedown attempt.
Gareth Keenan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alejandro Sepulveda.
Keenan throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sepulveda drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Keenan defends it well.
Keenan lands a leg kick that knocks Sepulveda off balance momentarily.
Keenan lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Sepulveda closes this distance looking for a takedown but Keenan circles away.
Keenan connects with a good right hand that stumbles Sepulveda. Sepulveda circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Decent striking displayed by Keenan there.
Sepulveda shoots for a double leg takedown but Keenan sprawls well. He's pushed Sepulveda's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Keenan is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Keenan scores with a hook to the body. Sepulveda takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Keenan throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nice jab there from Keenan.
Keenan works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Gareth Keenan is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A big right from Keenan misses.
Keenan looks to land a left hand but Sepulveda moved out of range nicely.
Keenan is looking to score with low kicks.#T2#
Sepulveda checks a low kick from Keenan.
A nice inside leg kick there by Keenan. That's going to slow Sepulveda down.
Keenan lands a right hook to the body.
Keenan throws a quick inside leg kick.
Sepulveda misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Keenan throws a good cross that connects.
Keenan works the jab nicely.
Keenan circles away from the clinch attempt.
Keenan swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Keenan looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Sepulveda takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Keenan lands a nice looking kick to the body. Sepulveda takes a step back to recover.
It looks like Keenan has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Sepulveda slips under a jab.
Keenan lands a slapping body shot.
Keenan is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Sepulveda doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Keenan swings for the body but Sepulveda moves out of range.
Keenan misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sepulveda. #T3#
A big right from Keenan misses.
Sepulveda shoots in for a takedown but Keenan shows good takedown defense.
Sepulveda walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Keenan thows a leg kick but Sepulveda checks it #CL2#
and Sepulveda counters by clinching up.
A nice right hand lands inside from Keenan.
Keenan misses with the head strike.
Keenan misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Keenan tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Sepulveda wants a takedown but no success here.
Keenan is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Keenan lands a shoulder strike.
Keenan fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC#
Keenan pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Sepulveda takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Nice sprawl there from Keenan as Sepulveda shoots in.
Keenan throws a body kick that misses #TD2#
and Sepulveda counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Keenan pulls Sepulveda in to control the position. #T4##SU2#
Keenan is working an open guard so Sepulveda takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Sepulveda avoids the body shot from Keenan.
A head kick from Keenan lands but Sepulveda takes it in his stride.
Keenan thows a left - swing and a miss!
Keenan lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Sepulveda takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Keenan throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Sepulveda takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Keenan. Sepulveda does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sepulveda steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Keenan.#CL2#
Sepulveda takes the fight into the clinch.
Sepulveda tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Keenan has a couple of punches blocked by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda tries to score a body lock takedown but Keenan shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Sepulveda has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Keenan avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Keenan managing to block the knees to the body from Sepulveda.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gareth Keenan dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Keenan misses with a low kick.
Keenan misses with a straight left.
Keenan throws a low kick but Sepulveda avoids it.
Sepulveda shoots in and drives through. Keenan sprawls well.
Sepulveda tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Keenan swivels and escapes.
Keenan lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Keenan scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Keenan scores with a spinning back kick!
Sepulveda fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Gareth Keenan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alejandro Sepulveda.
Sepulveda blocks the body kick.
Sepulveda looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Keenan is fending him off so far but Sepulveda persists. Nope, Keenan circles away and we're back to standing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sepulveda takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Keenan scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Keenan scores with a hook to the body. Sepulveda takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Alejandro Sepulveda is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Jab from Keenan.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A solid body kick from Keenan. #T1#
Keenan lands a nice leg kick that just misses Sepulveda's sensitive parts. #TD2#
Sepulveda shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Keenan manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Sepulveda sitting in guard here, content to control.
Keenan has his hands on Sepulveda's head, controlling the position.
Sepulveda throws a big right hand that misses.
Sepulveda trying to control but Keenan is working from the bottom.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Sepulveda working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Sepulveda stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Keenan swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T2#
Keenan pulls Sepulveda in to control the position.
Keenan keeping moving, preventing Sepulveda from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Keenan scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Sepulveda is trying hard to land a takedown here. Keenan sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
A nice leg kick lands there from Keenan.
Keenan throws a big shot that misses.
Keenan tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Sepulveda is able to avoid easily.
Sepulveda fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Keenan throws a good cross that connects. #T3#
Keenan fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Sepulveda is out of range.
Keenan is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sepulveda can do to turn this around?
Sepulveda on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Keenan. Keenan obviously looking to wear him down.
Sepulveda closes this distance looking for a takedown but Keenan circles away.
Keenan fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Keenan throws a front kick aimed at Sepulveda's knee but Sepulveda avoids it well.
Keenan scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Sepulveda's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Sepulveda is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Keenan connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Sepulveda's hands.
Keenan connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Keenan keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Keenan cracks the inside of Sepulveda's front leg.
Keenan swings widly with a right hand #TD2#
and Sepulveda decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Keenan's guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Sepulveda is looking to work some ground and pound but Keenan has wrist control.#T4#
Keenan can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Sepulveda controls the pace.
Keenan controlling the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Keenan keeping moving, preventing Sepulveda from controlling successfully.
Keenan pulls Sepulveda in to control the position.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Sepulveda wants to control from the top but Keenan keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gareth Keenan 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#
Keenan fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#CL2#
Sepulveda gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Sepulveda drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Keenan gets the underhooks and prevents it. #TD2#
Sepulveda manages to pull guard.
Keenan engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Keenan wants to pass the guard but Sepulveda is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sepulveda trying to control the position here.
Keenan content to stall in guard here. #T1#
Keenan'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.
Sepulveda not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Keenan engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Keenan continues to stall.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
A good leg kick by Keenan.
Sepulveda looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Keenan is fending him off so far but Sepulveda persists. Nope, Keenan circles away and we're back to standing.
Keenan throws a counter high kick but Sepulveda was just alert enough to avoid it.
Keenan with a jab.
Keenan digs a good hook to Sepulveda's body.
Keenan connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Sepulveda momentarily.
Keenan fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Sepulveda has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Keenan misses with a body shot #CL2#
and Sepulveda counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC#
Keenan breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Sepulveda is trying hard to land a takedown here. Keenan sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Gareth Keenan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alejandro Sepulveda.
Keenan scores with a nice head shot.
Keenan leaves Sepulveda with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Sepulveda tries to score a power double leg takedown but Keenan sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Sepulveda somewhat.
Sepulveda takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T3#
Sepulveda looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Sepulveda takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Sepulveda misses with a takedown
and Sepulveda takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Alejandro Sepulveda has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Keenan lands a nice shot to the body.
Sepulveda takes one to the side of the head.
Keenan scores with a nice right hand.
Sepulveda shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Gareth Keenan is winning the standup battle so far.
Keenan with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Keenan with a hook.
Sepulveda shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Keenan pinned against the cage. Keenan gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T4#
Keenan connects with a jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Keenan dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Sepulveda. That did some damage!
Sepulveda tries to clinch but Keenan is having none of it.
No luck for Sepulveda with that takedown attempt.
Keenan lands with an uppercut that bounces Sepulveda off the cage and back into range.
Sepulveda lands a really nice looking cross but Keenan seems unphased.
Sepulveda tries for a takedown but Keenan sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Keenan connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Sepulveda has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Keenan.
Keenan fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sepulveda manages to avoid it.
Keenan scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Gareth Keenan showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Keenan, 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 Richard Clark scores the fight 30:27
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 30:27
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gareth Keenan!

As Gareth Keenan got his breath back, he grabbed the microphone and managed to blurt out the following: I believe this is over now.'.

 

Event: GAMMA#809 Fungus v Tsuruta     
Date:   Feb 01, 2020
#R1#
Sepulveda pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Rob tries to counter with a takedown but Sepulveda is quick to defend against it.
Sepulveda is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Rob.
Sepulveda swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Sepulveda tries to land a front kick but Rob steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Sepulveda throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Rob fails in his attempt to clinch.
Rob fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sepulveda manages to avoid it.
A lazy left from Sepulveda finds it's target.
Sepulveda throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A low kick from Sepulveda is predictable there
letting Rob counter with a right hand.
Sepulveda throws a head kick that misses
and Rob counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#TD#
Rob gets a takedown into half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sepulveda is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T1##SUB#
Rob is working for a submission of some sort.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Rob is looking for a kimura here.
Sepulveda is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Rob wants to control but Sepulveda is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Rob seems to be working for a kimura but Sepulveda defends the submission attempt.
Sepulveda trying to control from the bottom. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#SUB#
Rob is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Sepulveda sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Sepulveda actively working from the bottom here.
Sepulveda trying to control from the bottom. #SUB#
Rob seems to be looking for submissions.
Sepulveda is trying to control but can't. #SUB#
Rob is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Sepulveda sees it coming and defends easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Rob is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
We've been hearing good reports from Rob'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.
Sepulveda pushes Rob off looking to stand but Rob dives back in and keeps control. #T3##SUB#
Rob is looking for a kimura but Sepulveda is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Rob to get the leverage. #SUB#
Rob is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Sepulveda is just riding it out for now. Rob eventually gives up the hold.
Sepulveda works his way to full guard. Good work.
Rob won't allow Sepulveda to sweep him here.
Sepulveda trying to control the position. #SUB2#
Sepulveda is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Sepulveda has momentary wrist control but Rob slips an elbow through the middle.
Sepulveda wants to get back to his feet but Rob passes into half guard. #SUB#
Rob is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Sepulveda has managed to free his arm - good work. #T4#
Rob looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Sepulveda with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Sepulveda wants to control but Rob is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Sepulveda is in trouble now - Rob has advanced to mount!
Rob lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Sepulveda gets back to half guard.
Rob works his way into side control.
Sepulveda can't do much from the bottom here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sepulveda is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Rob wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Sepulveda, who protects the arm well.
Sepulveda is looking to reverse the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ace Rob dominated that round.
That's time! Rob's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Sepulveda pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Rob attempts a counter takedown but Sepulveda avoids it well and moves away.
A big right from Sepulveda misses.
Rob displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Sepulveda throws out the jab.
A jab lands there for Rob.
Rob misses with an uppercut. Sepulveda saw that one coming.
Rob dives in and grabs Sepulveda's left leg, looking for a takedown. Sepulveda pushes down on Rob's head and hops out.
A jab from Rob misses.
Sepulveda connects with a right hand. Rob shakes it off.
Rob fails with an attempt to clinch. #TD#
Rob shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Rob was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Sepulveda regains half guard.
We've been informed that Sepulveda has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Sepulveda tries to roll over but Rob keeps him under control.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB#
Rob is working for a submission of some sort.
Sepulveda is looking to improve his position. #T1#
Sepulveda on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Ace Rob overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Sepulveda tries to roll over but Rob keeps him under control.
Sepulveda has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Rob is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Rob is looking for a kimura here.
Sepulveda trying to control from the bottom. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB#
Rob is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Sepulveda has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Rob is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Sepulveda defends it well.
Sepulveda wants to control but Rob is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Sepulveda slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB2#
Sepulveda escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Rob gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Rob trying to control but Sepulveda is working from the bottom.
Rob throwing strikes from guard but Sepulveda blocks nicely. #T3#
Rob preventing the sweep.
Rob working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Sepulveda's head.
Sepulveda managing to control the position.
Rob will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB2#
Sepulveda looking for a guillotine here but Rob defends easily.
Sepulveda is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Rob wants to control from the top but Sepulveda keeps moving. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Rob being controlled here momentarily. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Rob moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Rob throws an overhand right that lands on Sepulveda's shoulder, as Sepulveda tries to avoid the shot.
Alejandro Sepulveda is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Sepulveda works Rob's body with a nice hook.
Alejandro Sepulveda seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rob takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Sepulveda dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Rob takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
A nice leg kick lands there from Sepulveda.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Rob slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#TD#
Rob gets a takedown into half guard.#ES2#
Sepulveda has one foot on Rob's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Alejandro Sepulveda will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
A big left from Sepulveda misses.
Rob tries to counter with a takedown but Sepulveda is quick to defend against it.
A slapping leg kick lands for Sepulveda.
Sepulveda rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #TD#
and Rob counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Rob postures up.
Rob passes Sepulveda's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Rob is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB#
Rob is trying to work for a kimura but Sepulveda is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Rob seems to be working for a kimura but Sepulveda defends the submission attempt.
Sepulveda keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #T1#
Sepulveda is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Sepulveda trying to control here.
Rob wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sepulveda keeps working.
Sepulveda is looking to improve his position. #SUB#
Rob 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.
Well, if Rob 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. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB#
Rob is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Rob is keen to just control but Sepulveda is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Rob is trying to work for a kimura but Sepulveda is defending well.
Sepulveda keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Sepulveda wants to control but Rob is keeping busy.
Rob working over Sepulveda with some ground and pound. Sepulveda looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Rob is trying to control the action in half guard but Sepulveda is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T3##SUB#
Rob 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 battling for position here. Sepulveda manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB2#
Rob avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Sepulveda looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Sepulveda keeping moving, preventing Rob from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Sepulveda had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Rob defends it easily.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Sepulveda looking to control.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Sepulveda is on top in guard. #REVB#
Sepulveda's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Sepulveda trying to control the position from guard on top but Rob is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rob pulls Sepulveda in close to prevent any damage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SU2#
Sepulveda stands up from Rob's guard - Sepulveda perhaps looking for a knockout.
Rob throws a sloppy body shot
and Sepulveda counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Rob thinking.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Alejandro Sepulveda.
I think Sepulveda 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 Donald Grub scores the fight 29:29
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 28:29
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Alejandro Sepulveda!

A very excited looking Alejandro Sepulveda 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: GAMMA#804 Conservative v Spike     
Date:   Dec 28, 2019
#R1#
Sitsongrit lands with a nice body punch.
Sepulveda has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Marty Robbin's Fight Ranch™ in the buildup to the fight.
Sitsongrit throws out a loose jab but Sepulveda uses good head movement to avoid it. #TD#
Sitsongrit gets caught napping as Sepulveda dives in and scores a takedown. Sitsongrit manages to retain guard.
Sitsongrit is trying to keep Sepulveda in close.
Sepulveda pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sitsongrit is keeping the position for now.
Sepulveda is working hard here to advance position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sitsongrit keeping moving, preventing Sepulveda from controlling successfully.
Sitsongrit wants to stand and escape but Sepulveda is having none of it.
Sepulveda wants to control from the top but Sitsongrit keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Sepulveda won't allow Sitsongrit to sweep him here.
Sepulveda is stalling in the full guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Sitsongrit chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Sepulveda digs a good hook to Sitsongrit's body.
A left lands for Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit 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.
Sitsongrit throws a predictable looking body shot
and Sepulveda counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Sitsongrit stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda tries to score a power double leg takedown but Sitsongrit sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Sepulveda somewhat.
Sitsongrit wants to counter the offense by Sepulveda and move into the clinch position.
The crowd cheers as Sitsongrit lands an impressive looking overhand right. Sepulveda doesn't seem phased though.#T2#
Sitsongrit throws a nice outside leg kick.
Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sitsongrit uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sepulveda.
Sitsongrit looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Good exchange - Sitsongrit coming out on top.
Sitsongrit just misses with a punch to the body.
Sepulveda looks to land a left hand but Sitsongrit moved out of range nicely.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sitsongrit takes a swing at Sepulveda's ribcage but misses.
Sitsongrit takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Sepulveda connects with a looping right hand.
Sitsongrit throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Sepulveda on the side of the head.
Sepulveda blocks a leg kick.
Sitsongrit fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Sepulveda is out of range.
Sitsongrit lands a nice shot to the body.
Sitsongrit throws a shot from downtown. Sepulveda moves away and avoids it.
Sepulveda throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T3#
Sitsongrit thows a left - swing and a miss!
A looping hook to the body misses from Sepulveda. Sitsongrit does a little dance to reset his feet.
A countering left hand to the body from Sitsongrit misses.
Sitsongrit cracks Sepulveda with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Sitsongrit tries to close the distance and clinch but Sepulveda swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Sepulveda throws a body shot but no joy.
Sitsongrit bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Sepulveda's head backwards.
Sitsongrit lands a jab to the nose.
A slow jab from Sepulveda misses its intended target.
Sitsongrit throws a hook but Sepulveda blocks it.
Sepulveda looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Sitsongrit tries to close the distance and clinch up but Sepulveda swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Sepulveda lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Sepulveda.
Sitsongrit is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Sepulveda had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Sitsongrit looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Sepulveda checks a low kick from Sitsongrit.
Sepulveda stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Sepulveda is looking to wear down Sitsongrit with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sepulveda lands a slapping body shot.
Sitsongrit rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #TD#
and Sepulveda counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Sitsongrit! #SUB#
Sepulveda is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Sitsongrit knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Sitsongrit has one of Sepulveda's arms on lockdown, trying to prevent him from doing any damage.
Sepulveda trying to control the position but Sitsongrit is working away. #ES2#
Sitsongrit sneaks out the side door and pushes Sepulveda away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Sitsongrit uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sepulveda.
Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Sepulveda tries to clinch there but Sitsongrit circles away.
Sitsongrit misses with a looping right.
Sepulveda has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Sitsongrit finds it's way round the side to connect with Sepulveda's head.
Sepulveda works the jab nicely.
Sitsongrit scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Sitsongrit steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sepulveda.
Sitsongrit thows a left - swing and a miss!
Sepulveda throws a leg kick which misses Sitsongrit's front leg but catches the back leg as Sitsongrit tries to avoid it.
Sepulveda 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.
Sitsongrit swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sepulveda misses the jab.
Sitsongrit steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Sitsongrit explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Sitsongrit throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sepulveda sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Sitsongrit moves out of range of the strikes.
Sepulveda tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Sitsongrit manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#T1#
Sepulveda connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Sitsongrit's hands.
Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Sitsongrit lands a leg kick that knocks Sepulveda off balance momentarily.
Sitsongrit avoids a kick to the body.
Sitsongrit swings for the body but Sepulveda moves out of range.
Sitsongrit throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sepulveda misses the shot to the body.
Sepulveda avoids the body shot from Sitsongrit.
Sepulveda throws a body shot but no joy.
Sitsongrit let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
The crowd cheers as Sitsongrit lands an impressive looking overhand right. Sepulveda doesn't seem phased though.
A leg kick checked by Sitsongrit.
Sepulveda misses the shot to the body.
Sepulveda takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Sepulveda is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Sitsongrit.
A low kick from Sepulveda misses
and Sitsongrit connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Sitsongrit throws a body punch but Sepulveda moves out of range. #T2#
Sepulveda tries to close the distance and clinch up but Sitsongrit swats him away and circles back towards the center.
A little jabbing left from Sitsongrit on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Sepulveda walks into a straight right hand from Sitsongrit.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sepulveda takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Sitsongrit moves out of range as Sepulveda strikes.
Sepulveda moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Sepulveda misses with a wild body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sitsongrit. Sepulveda does a little dance to reset his feet.
A big left from Sepulveda misses.
Sepulveda misses the jab.
Sitsongrit has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Sepulveda takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Sepulveda wants to clinch.
Sepulveda tries to clinch but Sitsongrit is having none of it.
Sitsongrit has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T3#
Sitsongrit misses with a hook.
Sitsongrit bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Sepulveda's head.
Sepulveda moves out of range as Sitsongrit strikes.
Sitsongrit takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Sitsongrit is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Sitsongrit counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Sepulveda misses with a kick to the body.
Sepulveda moves out of range of the body kick.
Sepulveda moves out of range of the strikes.
A big left from Sitsongrit misses.
Sitsongrit fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sepulveda manages to avoid it.
Sepulveda throws a nice outside leg kick.
Sepulveda walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Sitsongrit throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #T4#
Sepulveda swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Sitsongrit counters with a right hand to the body.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook
and Sepulveda counters with a stiff right hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sitsongrit takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Sepulveda lands a nice shot to the body.
Sitsongrit jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Sitsongrit jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Sitsongrit scores with a jab to the body.
Sepulveda closes this distance looking for a takedown but Sitsongrit circles away.
Sepulveda throws a leg kick
and Sitsongrit counters with a straight right hand.
Sitsongrit lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#ROC2#
Sepulveda is rocked!
Sitsongrit throws a good cross that connects.
Oh Sepulveda is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Sepulveda throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sitsongrit knocks out Sepulveda with a massive right hand! The ref tackles Sitsongrit before he can follow up with any more strikes and that's it everyone. Sitsongrit picks up the big W with a huge KO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit!
A relieved looking Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

 

Event: GAMMA#800 Conservative v Steel     
Date:   Nov 30, 2019
#R1#
Sepulveda ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Sepulveda keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Legions.
Sepulveda throws a shot from downtown. Legions moves away and avoids it.
Sepulveda throws a combination that misses
and Legions counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Sepulveda with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Legions takes one to the side of the head. #TD#
Legions tries to sprawl but Sepulveda drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Legions is trying to control but can't.
Legions is not content to let Sepulveda control the position.
The fighters are battling for position here. Legions manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB2#
Legions looking for subs off his back but Sepulveda has passed one foot through into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Sepulveda in particular looking to stall.#T1#
Sepulveda is trying to control the action in half guard but Legions is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Legions is looking to control Sepulveda's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Legions avoid being mounted?
Sepulveda is trying to control. Legions wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Legions moves into full guard.
Sepulveda wants to control from the top but Legions keeps moving.
Sepulveda wants to pass the guard but Legions is keeping the position.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2#
Legions looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB2#
Legions looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Sepulveda trying to control but Legions is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Legions is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Sepulveda looking to pass the guard.
Sepulveda trying to control the position from guard on top but Legions is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Legions is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Sepulveda wants to pass the guard but Legions is keeping the position.#T3##SUB2#
Legions looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Sepulveda passes into side control.
You can see the frustration on Legions's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Sepulveda advances nicely into full mount.
Legions really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Sepulveda sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Sepulveda tries to control but Legions wriggling away.
Sepulveda avoids the attempt from Legions to control.#T4#
Legions has given up his back here. Will Sepulveda look for the submission or keep pounding away?
Legions is trying to break free.
Legions trying to control the action but Sepulveda just sinks the hooks in. #SUB#
Legions is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Sepulveda controlling well, preventing Legions from escaping the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Sepulveda is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Legions tries to escape but Sepulveda has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #SUB#
Sepulveda has got one arm under Legions's chin. This could be trouble... Legions trying to control the other hand but Sepulveda gets it free and sqeezes tight - just a matter of time now! Yep, Legions has tapped out! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Alejandro Sepulveda!
A victorious Alejandro Sepulveda thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

 

Event: GAMMA#796 Jernit v Ramses     
Date:   Nov 02, 2019
#R1#
Sepulveda keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sepulveda fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Ricci has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Sepulveda blocks the body kick.
Sepulveda has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Ricci is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Ricci throws a jab when Sepulveda was well out of range.
Sepulveda let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Ricci misses with a left hand
and Sepulveda counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ricci ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Sepulveda thows a leg kick but Ricci checks it
and Ricci counters with a leg kick.
Sepulveda scores with a nice strike.
Albert Ricci seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ricci falls off balance throwing a combination
and Sepulveda counters with a left to the body.
We've been told by Ricci's head coaches at Ryōzanpaku Dojo that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Ricci throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Sepulveda counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Ricci is looking to land body kicks.
Sepulveda feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Ricci's calf.
Ricci shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Ricci works Sepulveda's body with a nice hook.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sepulveda throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T1#
Sepulveda slips under a jab from Ricci.
Ricci thows a left - swing and a miss! #TD2#
Sepulveda dives in and scores a takedown into Ricci's guard.
Sepulveda wants to control from the top but Ricci keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sepulveda wants to pass the guard but Ricci is keeping the position.#T2#
Sepulveda wants to control from the top but Ricci keeps moving.
Sepulveda looking to pass the guard.
Sepulveda passes Ricci's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Sepulveda trying to control the action but Ricci is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Sepulveda wants to work for an arm triangle but Ricci is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Ricci is refusing to be controlled, as Sepulveda sits in half guard. #T3##SUB2#
Sepulveda is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Ricci defends it well.
Sepulveda wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ricci keeps working. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Sepulveda uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ricci.
An inside leg kick from Sepulveda misses.
Sepulveda moves out of range of the body kick.
Sepulveda lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Ricci at a distance.
Ricci misses with a kick to the body.
Sepulveda fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Sepulveda ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ricci moves away.#T4#
Ricci misses with a looping left.
Sepulveda throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
The fight stays on the outside here - Sepulveda looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Ricci pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Sepulveda was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Ricci tries to land a front kick but Sepulveda steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Sepulveda throws a body shot but no joy.
The fighters circling - Sepulveda throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Sepulveda is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Ricci rather than just go for the knockout.
Sepulveda tries to land a leg kick but Ricci saw it coming and moves away.
A counter left hand to the body from Ricci misses its target.
Sepulveda tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Ricci throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sepulveda throws a nice looking combination but Ricci bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Sepulveda tries to clinch there but Ricci circles away.
Ricci connects with an inside leg kick.
Sepulveda looks for the body kick but Ricci saw that one coming.
And Ricci counters with a quick kick to the body but Sepulveda blocks it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alejandro Sepulveda dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Ricci takes a kick to the side of the head.
Sepulveda throws a half hearted mid kick.
Alejandro Sepulveda seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Ricci tries to work over Sepulveda's front leg with a kick but Sepulveda checks it.
Sepulveda throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
And Ricci counters with a quick kick to the body but Sepulveda blocks it.
Sepulveda wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Sepulveda walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Ricci checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Ricci throws a series of punches but Sepulveda moves out of range.
Ricci will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Sepulveda swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Nice takedown defense from Ricci. No joy for Sepulveda on that attempt.
Ricci appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Ricci misses with a low kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ricci misses the shot to the body.
Sepulveda throws a leg kick that misses.
Sepulveda has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Sepulveda takes a swing at Ricci's ribcage but misses.
Sepulveda throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Sepulveda throws a head kick that half lands. #T1#
Sepulveda keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Albert Ricci is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Sepulveda throws an off balance right hand
and Ricci counters with a nice uppercut.
Ricci avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Sepulveda lands a nice looking body shot.
Sepulveda works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Sepulveda fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Ricci.
Ricci throws a leg kick
and Sepulveda counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Ricci pushes Sepulveda away with a front kick.
Ricci swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Sepulveda is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Sepulveda fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ricci manages to avoid it.
Ricci scores with a decent looking hook.
Sloppy strikes from Ricci. Those never looked like landing.
Sepulveda with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ricci throws a hook but Sepulveda blocks it.#T2#
Sepulveda is looking to land body kicks.
Ricci swings for the body but Sepulveda moves out of range.
Sepulveda misses with a body shot.
Sepulveda scores with a spinning back kick!
Sepulveda misses with an uppercut
and Ricci counters with a nice body kick.
Ricci just misses with a punch to the body.
Sepulveda dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Ricci closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Sepulveda jabs Ricci to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Ricci throws a leg kick but Sepulveda sees it coming and moves out of range.
Sepulveda swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Ricci connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Ricci takes one to the chin there.
Ricci keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T3#
Sepulveda throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ricci sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Ricci checks a leg kick nicely.
Ricci thows a left - swing and a miss!
Good work by Sepulveda as he checks the leg kick.
Ricci tries to land a leg kick but Sepulveda saw it coming and moves away.
Sepulveda throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Ricci's head.
Ricci thuds his shin into the meat of Sepulveda's side.
Ricci misses with a double jab
and Sepulveda makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Sepulveda scores with a jab to the head.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Ricci.
Sepulveda lands a head kick. Ricci smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Ricci wants to slow Sepulveda down by chopping away at his legs.
Sepulveda ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ricci moves away.#T4#
Sepulveda throws a big shot that misses.
Sepulveda misses the shot to the body.
Ricci throws a body punch but Sepulveda moves out of range.
Ricci misses with a straight right.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ricci looks to land a body kick but Sepulveda moved away.
Sepulveda keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Ricci throws a half hearted mid kick.
A punch lands to the side of Ricci 's head but he takes it in his stride.
A big left from Sepulveda misses.
Ricci moves out of range as Sepulveda throws a body kick.
Sepulveda jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Ricci takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Sepulveda throws a head kick that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alejandro Sepulveda 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#
Ricci throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ricci blocks a jab.
Ricci connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Sepulveda momentarily. #TD2#
Sepulveda looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Ricci!
Sepulveda wants to control but Ricci is keeping him busy.
Sepulveda is trying to move to mount but Ricci reverses beautifully and ends up in Sepulveda's guard.
Sepulveda manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Ricci manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Sepulveda controlling from the top position. #T1#
Ricci is trying to keep Sepulveda in close. #SUB2#
Sepulveda drops back looking for a leg! Ricci is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Ricci manages to kick Sepulveda off! Sepulveda jumps back into Ricci's guard.
Sepulveda engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Ricci keeping moving, preventing Sepulveda from controlling successfully.
Albert Ricci has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Sepulveda not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Ricci keeping moving, preventing Sepulveda from controlling successfully. #T3#
Sepulveda wants to pass the guard but Ricci is keeping the position.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Sepulveda stays in close to Ricci's body and controls the position. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Ricci wants to land a leg kick but Sepulveda is out of range.
Ricci throws a body kick that misses.
Sepulveda thows a leg kick but Ricci checks it
and Ricci counters with a left to the body.
Ricci goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
A head kick misses from Sepulveda.
And Ricci counters with a quick kick to the body but Sepulveda blocks it.
Sepulveda throws an overhand right that lands on Ricci's shoulder, as Ricci tries to avoid the shot.
Ricci with a nice cross.
Sepulveda lands a glancing blow to the side of Ricci's head.#T4#
A kick lands to the mid section there for Ricci.
Sepulveda throws a push kick but Ricci slaps the foot to one side.
Ricci misses with a kick to the body.
Sepulveda is looking to clinch.
Sepulveda wants to clinch.
Alejandro Sepulveda is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Ricci moves forwards but Sepulveda connects with a nice, crisp jab.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ricci misses the jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sepulveda. Ricci does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ricci gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.

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 Albert Ricci.
Well Sepulveda 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 Paul Tew scores the fight 28:29
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 28:29
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alejandro Sepulveda!

A victorious Alejandro Sepulveda thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

 

Event: GAMMA#793 Fungus v Cole     
Date:   Oct 12, 2019
#R1#
Sepulveda throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Lord stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Sepulveda looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Lord throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Sepulveda was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Lord scoring well with a low kick there.
Sepulveda throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lord waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Sepulveda.
Sepulveda throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A quick step to the side and Lord tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lord throws a nice outside leg kick.
Sepulveda scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Sepulveda - that will leave a mark!
Lord takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Lord fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Sepulveda looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lord tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#CL2#
Sepulveda rushes Lord and presses him up against the cage.#T1#
Sepulveda prevents a body shot from Lord. #BC2#
Sepulveda breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Sepulveda thumps Lord with a low kick.
Sepulveda lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Lord fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Sepulveda looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Sepulveda throws a leg kick which misses Lord's front leg but catches the back leg as Lord tries to avoid it.
Sepulveda scores with a jab to the body.
Lord slips a jab and a cross from Sepulveda.
Selfie Lord is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A slow jab from Sepulveda misses its intended target.
Sepulveda connects with a crisp jab.
Lord fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sepulveda manages to avoid it.
Sepulveda throws a combination that misses
and Lord counters with a nice body shot.
Alejandro Sepulveda seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
Sepulveda throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
A telegraphed right hand from Lord misses the target.
Lord sets himself, and Sepulveda steps forward looking for the clinch! Lord avoids it this time.
Lord is looking to wear down Sepulveda with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lord is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Sepulveda.
Lord missing with a left hand there. Sepulveda was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Sepulveda digs a good body shot into Lord's ribs.
Lord misses with a low kick.
It seemed like Sepulveda was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Sepulveda keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sepulveda throws a body shot but no joy.
Lord throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lord with a nice cross.
Sepulveda thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lord misses with an uppercut. #T3#
Lord avoids the body shot from Sepulveda.
Lord is looking to counter punch.
Sepulveda thumps Lord with a low kick.
Sepulveda takes a swing at Lord's ribcage but misses.
Lord is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Sepulveda takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Sepulveda cracks Lord with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Sepulveda keeps the fight on the outside.
Sepulveda fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Lord keeps the fight on the outside.
Lord staying out of range there.
It looked like Lord wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Lord thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lord is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Sepulveda avoids the head kick by Lord. #T4#
Sepulveda misses with a low kick.
Sepulveda misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lord.
Sepulveda cracks Lord with a good jab.
Sepulveda avoids the body shot from Lord.
Sepulveda misses with a hook. Lord ducked under it nicely.
Lord moves out of range as Sepulveda strikes.
Lord loads up on a big right hand but Sepulveda slips the punch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sepulveda fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Sepulveda is defended easily by Lord.
Lord throws a leg kick
and Sepulveda counters with a leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alejandro Sepulveda dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Sepulveda shoots in for a takedown but Lord shows good takedown defense.
Lord appears to be looking for a big counter.
Sepulveda misses with a hook
enabling Lord to counter with a crisp jab.
Sepulveda throws a predictable looking body shot
and Lord counters with a right hand to the body.
Sepulveda stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Lord.
Sepulveda looks for a takedown but Lord sprawls well.
It appears Lord was looking to counter with a kick there.
Lord misses with a right hand
and Sepulveda counters with a stiff right hand.
Sepulveda swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lord scores with a punch to the head.#CL#
Lord gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sepulveda.
Lord scores with a nice hook to the head.
Lord tries to throw a body punch but Sepulveda avoids it by throwing Lord back against the cage. #T1#
Sepulveda blocks an uppercut.
Sepulveda goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lord misses with a short punch on the inside.
Lord misses with a hook from the clinch.
Lord has a couple of punches blocked by Sepulveda.
Lord misses with a punch on the inside.
Lord lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Sepulveda backwards.
Lord misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC2#
Sepulveda pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Lord is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda looking to land some kicks to the body here.
An attempted straight right counter from Lord misses the target.
Sepulveda throws a looping overhand right but Lord ducks down to avoid it.
Lord swats away the attempt to clinch by Sepulveda.
Lord misses the body punch
and Sepulveda counters with a right hand to the body. #CL2#
Sepulveda instigates a clinch. #T2#
Sepulveda struggles to land a body shot inside as Lord controls his hands.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lord.
A nice left hand lands by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Sepulveda struggles to land a body shot inside as Lord controls his hands.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lord.
Sepulveda misses with the head strike.
Sepulveda tries to throw a body punch but Lord avoids it by throwing Sepulveda back against the cage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sepulveda doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lord lands a hook to the side of the head.
Sepulveda working aggressively here.
Lord working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Sepulveda lands a hook to the side of the head.
Lord throws a punch but it's blocked by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda misses with a hook from the clinch.
Lord blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Sepulveda fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Lord lands a shoulder strike.
Sepulveda working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A left hand lands to the body for Sepulveda. #T3#
Sepulveda gets through Lord's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Lord lands a nice shot to the body.
Sepulveda misses with a hook from the clinch.
Sepulveda misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Lord lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Lord tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Lord scores with a hook to the body.
Lord blocks a body shot from Sepulveda.
Lord lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Sepulveda can't break the clinch.
Sepulveda lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Lord swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Lord digs a right hand underneath Sepulveda's ribcage. Sepulveda let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Sepulveda misses with the head strike.
Good body shot from Lord.
Lord prevents a body shot from Sepulveda.
Lord tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Sepulveda swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Lord fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Sepulveda throws a head punch that misses. #T4#
Sepulveda lands an uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lord lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Sepulveda.
Lord goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A short body shot lands from Lord as the two fighters clinch. #BC2#
Sepulveda breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Sepulveda bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Sepulveda takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Sepulveda throws a lazy head kick
and Lord counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Sepulveda thinking.
Sepulveda is breathing heavily.
Sepulveda throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Lord was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Lord tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Sepulveda manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Sepulveda lunges at Lord with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Lord's hand.
Sepulveda throws a chopping leg kick but Lord manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Lord is looking to chop away at Sepulveda's legs.
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 Selfie Lord will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Sepulveda takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Sepulveda throws a shot to the body.
Lord staying out of range there.
Lord throwing a counter right hand but Sepulveda manages to avoid it.
Lord cracks Sepulveda with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Sepulveda throws a hook but Lord avoids it easily.
A quick step to the side and Lord tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lord lands a nice looking body shot.
A good leg kick by Sepulveda.
Alejandro Sepulveda seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Sepulveda swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lord throwing a counter right hand but Sepulveda manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lord staying out of range there.
A counter left hand to the body from Lord misses its target.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Sepulveda.#T1#
Lord throws an off balance right hand
enabling Sepulveda to counter with a crisp jab.
A jab from Lord finds it's way through Sepulveda's defenses.
Sepulveda turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Sepulveda lands a front kick.
Sepulveda scores with a jab to the jaw.
Lord throws a push kick but Sepulveda slaps the foot to one side. #TD2#
Sepulveda drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Lord is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Sepulveda trying to control the position but Lord is working away. #T2#
Lord pushes Sepulveda away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Sepulveda gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sepulveda trying to control the position but Lord is working away.
Sepulveda slows the pace down.
Lord is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Sepulveda off and has taken his back!
Lord somehow managing to miss with a strike from the back.
Lord struggling to land strikes to the head as Sepulveda covers up.
Lord has the hooks in. Sepulveda is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Lord throwing sloppy strikes.
Sepulveda just trying to survive but Lord is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Lord misses with an elbow to the head. #T3#
Sepulveda trying to control but not successfully.
Lord controlling well, preventing Sepulveda from escaping the position.
Sepulveda is trapped and Lord is scoring with shots to the head and body.
Lord misses with a punch to the head.
Sepulveda tries to break free.
Lord somehow managing to miss with a strike from the back.
Sepulveda manages to reverse the position and now he's in Lord's guard. Nice work there by Sepulveda.
Lord wants to get back to his feet but Sepulveda is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #T4#
Sepulveda trying to control but Lord is working from the bottom.
Lord managing to control the position.
Sepulveda trying to control the position from guard on top but Lord is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sepulveda tries to free his leg and advance position but Lord is retaining full guard.
Sepulveda engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Sepulveda sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Lord's guard.

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

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Selfie Lord!

Selfie Lord seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: AEW 29     
Date:   Aug 31, 2019
#R1#
Sepulveda scores with a body shot.
Experiment swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Sepulveda counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Experiment thinking.
Sepulveda jabs Experiment to the body, keeping him at a distance.#CL#
Sepulveda has taken the fight to the clinch.
A left hand lands to the body for Sepulveda.
Sepulveda can't find room to land a body shot as Experiment controls the action.
Sepulveda misses with a hook from the clinch.
A short left from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Experiment has Sepulveda pressed against the cage, preventing Sepulveda from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Sepulveda swings wildly with an uppercut but Experiment uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sepulveda lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Sepulveda lands a right hand.
Sepulveda lands on the inside with an uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Experiment lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Sepulveda misses with a punch on the inside.
Sepulveda scores with a shoulder strike.
Sepulveda works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
A nice right hand lands inside from Sepulveda.
Nice body punch from Experiment. #T1#
Experiment misses with an elbow over the top.
Experiment taking a breather.
Experiment stalls.
Experiment digs a right hand into Sepulveda's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Sepulveda's gas tank.
Sepulveda lands with a left to the head.
Experiment prevents a body shot from Sepulveda.
Experiment comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Sepulveda misses with some punches.
Sepulveda avoids a wild elbow strike from Experiment.
Experiment blocks an uppercut.
Sepulveda tries to work over Experiment's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Experiment has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Sepulveda seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Experiment can turn it around.
Experiment misses with an elbow over the top.
Sepulveda tries a body shot but Experiment blocks it.
With the fighters up against the cage, Experiment throws an elbow but misses.
Sepulveda lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Sepulveda wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Sepulveda fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Nice elbow from Experiment.
Sepulveda tries to work over Experiment's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Sepulveda swings wildly with an uppercut but Experiment uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
Sepulveda takes an elbow to the forehead.
Experiment gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head. #CUT2#
It looks like Alejandro Sepulveda has been cut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A nice left hand lands by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda prevents a body shot from Experiment.
Sepulveda tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Experiment's elbow.
With the fighters up against the cage, Experiment throws an elbow but misses.
Sepulveda misses with a punch on the inside.
Sepulveda scores with a shot to the side of Experiment's head.
Sepulveda lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Sepulveda lands a left hand.
Experiment lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Sepulveda gets through Experiment's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Sepulveda blocks an elbow strike.
Experiment creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Sepulveda lands with a short shot to the head.
Sepulveda gets through Experiment's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Sepulveda dodges an elbow strike from Experiment.
Experiment's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A short uppercut from Sepulveda. #ROC#
Experiment is rocked!
Sepulveda has a couple of punches blocked by Experiment.
Experiment is still on wobbly legs! Can Sepulveda finish him?
Sepulveda throws a head punch that misses. #T3#
Sepulveda misses with some punches.
Sepulveda fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Sepulveda swings wildly with an uppercut but Experiment uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sepulveda misses with a punch on the inside.
Experiment seems to have recovered his senses.
Sepulveda fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Sepulveda tries to throw a body punch but Experiment avoids it by throwing Sepulveda back against the cage.
Experiment taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Sepulveda tries to throw a body punch but Experiment avoids it by throwing Sepulveda back against the cage.
Sepulveda misses with a hook from the clinch.
Experiment throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Experiment just misses with a elbow thrown towards Sepulveda's brow.
Experiment lands an elbow inside.
Experiment misses with an elbow over the top.
Experiment throws an elbow that misses.
Experiment throws an elbow but it misses.
Experiment looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Experiment throws an elbow but it misses.
Sepulveda misses with the head strike.
Experiment throws an elbow but it misses.
Sepulveda goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Sepulveda misses with a punch to the body.
A short body shot lands from Sepulveda as the two fighters clinch.
Experiment wants to stall. #T4##BC#
Sepulveda breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Sepulveda shoots for a takedown but Experiment saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
A little jabbing left from Experiment on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
The fighters circle momentarily. Sepulveda darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sepulveda misses with a hook to the body
and Experiment counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Sepulveda misses the jab.
Experiment lands a jab.
Sepulveda misses with a wild body shot.
Experiment misses with a straight right.
A left lands for Experiment.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A big right from Sepulveda misses.
Experiment swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#CL#
Sepulveda forces Experiment back against the cage and clinches.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alejandro Sepulveda dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Alejandro Sepulveda's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Sepulveda looks to land a left hand but Experiment moved out of range nicely.
Alejandro Sepulveda seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Experiment throws a head kick that misses.
A low kick from Sepulveda misses
and Experiment counters with a left and a right that stings Sepulveda.
Sepulveda fails with a takedown attempt.
Experiment defending well as Sepulveda loads up on a big left hand. #CL#
Sepulveda rushes Experiment and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Experiment prevents a body shot from Sepulveda.
Experiment taking a breather.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Experiment.
Sepulveda swings wildly with an uppercut but Experiment uses good head movement to avoid it.
Experiment lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. #BC#
Sepulveda's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Sepulveda looks to score with a jab to the body but Experiment is just out of range.#T1#
Experiment tries to clinch but Sepulveda moves away
and Sepulveda counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Sepulveda is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Experiment can do to turn this around?
Experiment scores with a jab to the head.
Sepulveda scores with the left hand. Experiment knows he should have avoided that one.
Experiment is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Experiment darts in trying to clinch
and Sepulveda counters with a nice body shot. #CL#
Sepulveda pushes Experiment up against the cage in a clinch.
Sepulveda tries to break free but Experiment pushes him back against the cage.
Experiment comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Experiment taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Experiment throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Alejandro Sepulveda has scored more points in the clinch so far.#T2#
Experiment pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Sepulveda blocks the elbow strike. #BC#
Sepulveda escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Sepulveda is looking to wear down Experiment with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Sepulveda swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Experiment throws a series of punches but Sepulveda moves out of range.
Nice shot lands for Experiment.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jab by Sepulveda.
Experiment throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.#TD#
Sepulveda shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Experiment napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Experiment is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Sepulveda's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Sepulveda passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Experiment!
Sepulveda controlling from the full mount. #T3#
Experiment is trying desperately to improve position.
Sepulveda controlling from mount.
Sepulveda wants to take Experiment's back but he can't do it this time.
Experiment is wriggling around trying to escape.
Sepulveda avoids the attempt from Experiment to control.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Sepulveda wants to control the pace but Experiment is squirming around nicely.
Sepulveda tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Sepulveda fails to advance to Experiment's back.
Sepulveda trying to control but he's not successful this time. #SUB#
Sepulveda goes for an armbar but Experiment turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Experiment.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alejandro Sepulveda dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Alejandro Sepulveda's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R3#
Sepulveda looks for a takedown but Experiment sprawls well.
Experiment doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
The fighters circle momentarily. Sepulveda darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Sepulveda tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Experiment was well out of range. Poor timing from Sepulveda.
Experiment drops his hands momentarily and Sepulveda takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Sepulveda misses with a low kick.
Experiment is looking for the big counter here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Experiment bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Experiment pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A swing and a miss from Experiment.
Experiment scores with a one two! Sepulveda had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. #T1#
Sepulveda lands a high kick!
Sepulveda takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Sepulveda with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Sepulveda throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Sepulveda throws a leg kick that is checked
and Experiment counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Experiment avoids a kick to the body.
Experiment swings widly with a right hand
and Sepulveda counters with a solid body kick.
Sepulveda feints and then cracks Experiment's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Experiment down.
Experiment connects with a combination that backs up Sepulveda into the cage. Experiment lands a flurry of punches that gets past Sepulveda's guard. Sepulveda is down and the referee has seen enough. It is all over! Experiment bursts into tears - this win obviously means a huge amount to him.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Finnish Experiment!
Finnish Experiment is the new bantamweight champion!
A relieved looking Finnish Experiment thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

 

Event: AEW 23     
Date:   Aug 10, 2019
#R1#
Power misses with a leg kick
and Power takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Sepulveda lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Power lands an overhand right.
Sepulveda attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Sepulveda misses with a looping left.
Sepulveda throws a left and a right that both miss
and Power counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Power throws a nice inside leg kick.
Sepulveda misses with a looping right.
A clash of legs there as Sepulveda blocks the low kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sepulveda takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Power pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Sepulveda throwing a counter right hand but Power manages to avoid it.
Power walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Power throws a head kick that misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sepulveda throws a nice head kick! #T1#
Power pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Sepulveda throws a head kick that misses.
Sepulveda misses with a hook to the body
and Power cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Sepulveda keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Power.
Power fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sepulveda manages to avoid it.
A counter left hand to the body from Sepulveda misses its target.
Sepulveda is looking to clinch.
Power tries a quick counter leg kick but Sepulveda is wise to it.
Power scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Power pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A counter left hand to the body from Sepulveda misses its target.
Sepulveda fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Power looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Sepulveda scores with a hook to the body. Power takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Power tries a head kick but it misses.
Sepulveda is looking to counter the offense by Power and move into the clinch.
Power throws a sloppy head kick
letting Sepulveda counter with a right hand.
Alejandro Sepulveda seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
Sepulveda's jab looks to have found its range, popping Power under the eye.
Power scores with a hook.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Power misses with a body kick.
Power darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Power swats away the attempt to clinch by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Power but Power pushes him off and we're back to square one.
It seemed like Power was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Sepulveda throws a head kick but Power moves out of range. #TD#
Sepulveda closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Power to the mat! Power manages to get full guard. #ES2#
Power has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Sepulveda has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Power keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Sepulveda's efforts to push away.#BC#
Sepulveda's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T3#
Power takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Sepulveda misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Power.
Power is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Power moves away from the strike by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda swings for the body but Power moves out of range.
Sepulveda takes a kick to the side of the head.
Power has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Power there as he acknowledges the shot.
Power lands a head kick. Sepulveda smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Sepulveda misses the shot to the body.
Power is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Power throws a leg kick
and Sepulveda counters with a left to the body.
A head kick misses from Power.
Jab, jab by Sepulveda - just one landing.
Power keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T4#
Sepulveda throws a hook but Power avoids it easily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sepulveda lands a jab to Power's midsection.
Sepulveda lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Sepulveda wants to land a leg kick but Power is out of range.
Sepulveda digs a good body shot into Power's ribs.
Power is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Sepulveda changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Power tries to avoid it but Sepulveda manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Power to the ground. Power escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Sepulveda throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Power is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Sepulveda moves out of range of the body kick from Power.
Sepulveda ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Power moves away.
Thomas Power is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A swing and a miss from Power.#TD#
Sepulveda shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Power napping and manages to drive through into side control!
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 Alejandro Sepulveda will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2##TD#
Sepulveda 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.
Sepulveda trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Power manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB#
Power wants to get up but he can't break Sepulveda's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sepulveda is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Power being controlled here momentarily.
Sepulveda working a defensive guard but Power manages to pass into side control anyway.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SU2#
Power has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
A big left from Sepulveda misses.
Power ducks right into an uppercut from Sepulveda. #T1#
Power misses the jab.
Sepulveda digs a good hook to Power's body.
Sepulveda blocks a head kick by Power.
Sepulveda misses with a looping left.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Sepulveda. Power shrugs it off though.
Sepulveda lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Power has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Power there as he acknowledges the shot.
Sepulveda swinging wildly here.
Power throws a counter combo.
Power turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
A punch combination from Sepulveda misses. #T2#
Sepulveda dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Power. That did some damage!
Power tries a head kick but it misses.
Sepulveda lands a jab to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sepulveda misses with the body kick
and Power counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Sepulveda cracks Power with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Sepulveda throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Power misses with a low kick.
Alejandro Sepulveda is winning the standup battle so far.
Sepulveda lands a jab.
Power misses the shot to the body.
A head kick misses from Sepulveda.
Power has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Sepulveda scores with a kick to the midsection.
Power tries to bum rush Sepulveda with a series of wild strikes but Sepulveda uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#T3##TD#
Sepulveda closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #SUB#
Sepulveda is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Power pushes Sepulveda off looking to stand but Sepulveda dives back in and keeps control. #SUB#
Sepulveda seems to be looking for submissions.
Power works his way to full guard. Good work.
Power wants to stand up but Sepulveda is controlling him.
Power keeping full guard, as Sepulveda tries to pass. #T4#
Power wants to stand and escape but Sepulveda is having none of it.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Power holds on and takes a little breather.
Power wants to stand but Sepulveda is controlling the position.
Thomas Power has got the better of the ground game so far.
Sepulveda looking to pass the guard. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Nice cross by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda dips to his left and cracks Power with an uppercut!
Sepulveda closes the distance looking to clinch
and Power counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alejandro Sepulveda dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R3#
Sepulveda throws a big shot that misses.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Sepulveda.
Power looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Sepulveda lands a nice shot to the body.
Sepulveda throws a leg kick but Power sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Sepulveda looks to land a left hand but Power moved out of range nicely.
Power misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sepulveda.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sepulveda throws the left hand but Power avoids the punch easily.
Power pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Nice defenses there by Power.
Power only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Sepulveda bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T1#
A low kick from Power is predictable there
and Sepulveda counters with a nice uppercut.
Power misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Power keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda throws a body shot but no joy.
Sepulveda misses with a kick to the body.
Sepulveda dives in and grabs Power's left leg, looking for a takedown. Power pushes down on Sepulveda's head and hops out.
Power fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sepulveda manages to avoid it.
Sepulveda misses with a kick to the body
and Power counters with a left and a right that stings Sepulveda.
Power scores with a leg kick.
Sepulveda jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Power lands a nice shot to the body.
Sepulveda lands a high kick! #T2#
Sepulveda ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Power moves away.
Nice shot lands for Sepulveda.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Power tests Sepulveda's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Power takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Sepulveda misses with a double jab.
Sepulveda uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Power.
Sepulveda is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Sepulveda misses with a kick to the body
and Power counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Power attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Sepulveda comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Sepulveda shoots in for a takedown but Power shows good takedown defense.
Power let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Alejandro Sepulveda. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T3#
Sepulveda lands a jab to the head.
Power lands a lovely overhand right.
Sepulveda takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Sepulveda blocks a low kick nicely.
Power moves forwards but Sepulveda connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Power pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A head kick misses from Power.
Sepulveda fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Sepulveda throws a low kick but Power moves out of range easily.
Power tries a head kick but it misses.
Power ducks under a wild hook from Sepulveda.#T4#
Power uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sepulveda.
Power checks a low kick from Sepulveda.
That kick from Sepulveda tenderised Power's leg. Power is trying to keep his angry face on.
Power pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Power takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Power throws a poor cross that misses
and Sepulveda counters with a lovely straight right hand!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sepulveda avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Sepulveda misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Sepulveda misses with a wild body shot.
Sepulveda checks a low kick from Power.
Power gets cracked there but stands up to it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alejandro Sepulveda clearly takes that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R4##CL#
Sepulveda has closed the distance and engaged Power in a clinch.
Sepulveda misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nice body punch from Power - that landed with a thud.
Sepulveda tries to work over Power's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Power has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Power lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Power scores with a hook to the body.
Sepulveda tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Power's elbow.
Power lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Sepulveda tries to work over Power's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC2#
Power breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Sepulveda throws a jab but it's blocked by Power.
Power throws out a counter right but Sepulveda avoids it with no problem.
Power slips a jab and a cross from Sepulveda.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A bone on bone clash there as Sepulveda blocks the leg kick.
Sepulveda tries a head kick but it misses. #TD#
Power gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Sepulveda to score an easy takedown into full guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Power is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Sepulveda is controlling him. #T1#
Sepulveda controlling from the top position.
Power is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
We've been hearing good reports from Sepulveda'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.
Sepulveda tries to free his leg and advance position but Power is retaining full guard.
Sepulveda trying to control but Power is working from the bottom. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Sepulveda tries to free his leg and advance position but Power is retaining full guard.
Power wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Power dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Sepulveda. That did some damage!
Sepulveda defending well as Power loads up on a big left hand. #TD#
Sepulveda feints and as Power raises his hands in defense, Sepulveda changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Power being controlled here, momentarily.
Sepulveda seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Power for as long as he can get away with.
Sepulveda looking to sit in guard and control but Power gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##T3#
Power trying to stand up but can't free himself from Sepulveda's guard.
Power is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB#
Sepulveda is looking for a triangle but Power pushes his legs off easily.
Power trying to stand up but can't free himself from Sepulveda's guard.#SUB#
Sepulveda is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Sepulveda is trying to control the position but Power postures up.
Sepulveda wants to sweep here but Power controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Sepulveda is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Power is aware though and is defending well.
Sepulveda pulls Power in close to his closed guard and prevents Power from doing any damage or advancing position.
Power wanted to stand there but Sepulveda had control of the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SU2#
Power gets to his feet - Sepulveda follows without any prompting.
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 Alejandro Sepulveda will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R5#
Sepulveda throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Power checks a leg kick.
Power throws a chopping leg kick but Sepulveda manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Sepulveda appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Good leg kick by Power there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Power misses with an uppercut.
Power misses with a head kick.
Sepulveda tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Power was well out of range. Poor timing from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda looks for a takedown but Power sprawls well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Power misses with a double jab.
Sepulveda tries to clinch there but Power circles away.
It seemed like Power was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Sepulveda swings for the body but Power moves out of range. #T1#
Sepulveda closes this distance looking for a takedown but Power circles away.
Power throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Power scores with a leg kick.
Sepulveda takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Power swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Nice body punch from Sepulveda.
Power cracks the inside of Sepulveda's front leg.
Power takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sepulveda. Power does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sepulveda throws a sloppy head kick and Power moves out of range easily.
Thomas Power has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Nice shot lands for Sepulveda.
Power avoids a kick to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Power checks a leg kick.
As Sepulveda backs off Power throws a huge counter combo but Sepulveda manages to avoid it all.
Sepulveda misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Power throws a fast counter high kick but Sepulveda manages to duck under it in time.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Alejandro Sepulveda. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sepulveda missing with a left hand there. Power was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Power is trying to counter with his kicks.
Power slips a straight right by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda checks a leg kick.
Sepulveda tried to counter with a leg kick but Power avoided it.
Sepulveda lands a nice hook to Power's body. Power takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Sepulveda fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Power manages to avoid it.
Power dodges the punch combination from Sepulveda. #T3#
Sepulveda avoids the body shot from Power.
Sepulveda blocks a head kick by Power.
Power throws a right and a left that both miss.
Sepulveda is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#TD#
Sepulveda 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.
Sepulveda wants to control from the top but Power keeps moving.
Power wants to sweep but no luck.
Sepulveda trying to control but Power is working from the bottom.
Sepulveda prevents Power from getting back to his feet.
Sepulveda trying to control the position from guard on top but Power is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
Sepulveda passes Power's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Sepulveda is pressing down on Power's thigh, looking to free his foot. Power is holding on for now.
Alejandro Sepulveda is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Sepulveda in particular looking to stall.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sepulveda has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Thomas Power.
I think Sepulveda has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 50:45
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 49:46
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 49:47

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alejandro Sepulveda!

Alejandro Sepulveda retains his bantamweight title!
An out of breath Alejandro Sepulveda thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: AEW 18     
Date:   Jul 20, 2019
#R1#
Sepulveda ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Sepulveda.
Fairbanks's jab looks to have found its range, popping Sepulveda under the eye.
Sepulveda lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Fairbanks blocks the body kick.
Fairbanks has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Tōshi in the buildup to the fight.
Fairbanks waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Sepulveda.
Sepulveda scores with a leg kick.
Sepulveda lands a head shot.
Alejandro Sepulveda seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sepulveda throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.#CL#
Fairbanks drives through and clinches with Sepulveda against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fairbanks lands with a short shot to the head.
A left hand lands to the body for Fairbanks.
Fairbanks misses with a short punch on the inside.
Fairbanks swings wildly with an uppercut but Sepulveda uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fairbanks lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#BC#
Fairbanks breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #T1#
Fairbanks connects with a nice looking jab.
Sepulveda throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Sepulveda moves out of range as Fairbanks strikes.
Sepulveda looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Sepulveda looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Fairbanks blocks a jab.
Fairbanks steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #CL#
Fairbanks clinches with his opponent. #BC2#
Sepulveda breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Sepulveda instigates a clinch.
Fairbanks has Sepulveda pushed against the cage.
Fairbanks lands a shoulder strike.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks lands a body shot in the clinch.
Fairbanks throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A shot in the inside from Fairbanks.
Sepulveda tries to throw a body punch but Fairbanks avoids it by throwing Sepulveda back against the cage.
Sepulveda throws a punch but it's blocked by Fairbanks.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Fairbanks.
Sepulveda misses with some punches.
Fairbanks throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Sepulvedas head.
Sepulveda throws a punch but it's blocked by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Sepulveda tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Sepulveda lands an uppercut.
Fairbanks blocks a body shot from Sepulveda.
A head punch on the inside from Sepulveda fails to land.
Sepulveda misses with a punch on the inside.
Fairbanks prevents a body shot from Sepulveda.
Fairbanks dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Fairbanks struggles to land a body shot inside as Sepulveda controls his hands.
Fairbanks blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda can't find room to land a body shot as Fairbanks controls the action.
Fairbanks misses with a body punch.
Fairbanks is struggling to control the position.#T3#
Sepulveda misses with a punch on the inside.
Fairbanks lands a hook to the side of the head.
A right handed body shot lands from Fairbanks.
Sepulveda softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Fairbanks leaning against his opponent.
Sepulveda tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC#
Fairbanks breaks the clinch.
Fairbanks throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Sepulveda stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Fairbanks throws a good cross that connects.
Fairbanks swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Sepulveda ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Fairbanks moves away.
Sepulveda misses with a jab to the body
and Fairbanks cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CL2#
Sepulveda gets a clinch.
Fairbanks lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sepulveda tries to break free but Fairbanks pushes him back against the cage.
Sepulveda swings wildly with an uppercut but Fairbanks uses good head movement to avoid it.
A hook to the body from Fairbanks. #T4##BC2#
Sepulveda breaks from the clinch.
Fairbanks tries to bum rush Sepulveda with a series of wild strikes but Sepulveda uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Fairbanks misses with a hook to the body
and Sepulveda counters with a stiff right hand.
Fairbanks pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Sepulveda throws a head kick that misses. #CL2#
Fairbanks gets tackled into the cage by Sepulveda. Sepulveda maintains the clinch.
Fairbanks doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Fairbanks makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Sepulveda misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC2#
Sepulveda escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Sepulveda throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Fairbanks cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Fairbanks moves into range and connects with a jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Fairbanks throws an off balance right hand
and Fairbanks takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Sepulveda lands the left hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Desmond Fairbanks dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Fairbanks takes a swing at Sepulveda's ribcage but misses.
Fairbanks lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Fairbanks swings for the body but Sepulveda moves out of range.
Fairbanks is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Sepulveda misses with a right hand
and Sepulveda takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Danga de danga de dang - Fairbanks scores with a four punch combination!
Sepulveda misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Sepulveda steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks throws a hook but Sepulveda blocks it.
Sepulveda throws a fast counter high kick but Fairbanks manages to duck under it in time.
Sepulveda misses with a looping left.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Sepulveda has Fairbanks up against the cage in a clinch.
A body shot lands from Fairbanks.
Sepulveda misses with a punch on the inside.
Fairbanks softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Fairbanks has a couple of punches blocked by Sepulveda. #T1#
A hook to the body from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A left hand lands to the body for Fairbanks.
Fairbanks scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Fairbanks blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Sepulveda gets through Fairbanks's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Fairbanks tries a body shot but Sepulveda blocks it.
Sepulveda digs a right hand into Fairbanks's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Fairbanks's gas tank.
Sepulveda prevents a body shot from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Fairbanks doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Fairbanks has a couple of punches blocked by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda misses with a hook to the ribs.
Sepulveda blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Fairbanks misses with a body punch.
Sepulveda lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Sepulveda tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Sepulveda scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Fairbanks misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Fairbanks blocks a body shot from Sepulveda.
A short body shot lands from Sepulveda as the two fighters clinch. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Fairbanks lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.#TD#
Fairbanks has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Sepulveda clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Fairbanks's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke. #SU#
What's going on here? Fairbanks has decided to give up on the ground game despite having his opponent's back!
Sepulveda connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Fairbanks throws a poor cross that misses
and Sepulveda counters with a nice leg kick.
Sepulveda throws a hook but Fairbanks avoids it easily.
Sepulveda uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Fairbanks.
Sepulveda catches Fairbanks with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
A telegraphed right hand from Fairbanks misses the target.
Sepulveda tries to land a body kick
and Fairbanks counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Sepulveda scores with a jab. Fairbanks acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #T3#
Sepulveda slips a straight right by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sepulveda can do to turn this around?
Sepulveda scores with a crisp jab that stopped Fairbanks in his tracks.
Fairbanks has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Sepulveda finds it's way round the side to connect with Fairbanks's head.
Sepulveda misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Fairbanks.
Sepulveda lands a jab to Fairbanks's midsection.
Fairbanks throws a lazy uppercut
and Sepulveda counters with a straight right hand.
Fairbanks misses with a lunging right hand
and Sepulveda counters with an outside leg kick.
Sepulveda throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sepulveda uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Fairbanks.
Sepulveda is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Fairbanks with a body shot.
Fairbanks thows a left - swing and a miss!
A shot to the body from Fairbanks misses
and Fairbanks takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Sepulveda digs a good hook to Fairbanks's body. #T4#
Sepulveda takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sepulveda throws a right hand that misses
and Fairbanks counters with a nice uppercut.
Sepulveda scores with a leg kick.
Fairbanks throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
That kick from Sepulveda tenderised Fairbanks's leg. Fairbanks is trying to keep his angry face on.
Fairbanks cracks a nice hook into Sepulveda's ribs.
Sepulveda scores with a body shot.
Fairbanks just misses with a punch to the body.
Sepulveda lands with a thumping leg kick.
Sepulveda bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Fairbanks takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sepulveda defending well as Fairbanks loads up on a big left hand.
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 Desmond Fairbanks will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R3#
Fairbanks moves forwards but Sepulveda connects with a nice, crisp jab.#CL2#
Sepulveda rushes Fairbanks and presses him up against the cage.
Fairbanks blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Fairbanks blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Fairbanks works on Sepulveda's body with a couple of short punches.
Good body shot from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment. #BC2#
Sepulveda manages to break the clinch.
Sepulveda fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Fairbanks manages to avoid it.
Sepulveda connects with a body shot that sends Fairbanks's belly button to the back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sepulveda lands a nice hook to Fairbanks's body. Fairbanks takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Sepulveda displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Fairbanks throws out the jab.
Fairbanks misses with the combination. #T1#
Fairbanks looks to score with a jab to the body but Sepulveda is just out of range.
Sepulveda throws a poor cross that misses
letting Fairbanks counter with a right hand.
Sepulveda connects with the punch.
Fairbanks tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Sepulveda lands a really nice looking cross but Fairbanks seems unphased.
Fairbanks doesn't manage to clinch there - Sepulveda circles away.
Sepulveda throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Sepulveda connects with a body shot that sends Fairbanks's belly button to the back.
Fairbanks avoids the body shot from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda throws a combination that misses
and Fairbanks counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Sepulveda misses with a left hand
and Fairbanks counters with a stiff right hand.
Fairbanks avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T2#
Sepulveda's jab looks to have found its range, popping Fairbanks under the eye.#CL2#
Sepulveda closes the distance and pushes Fairbanks back into the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sepulveda doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Sepulveda looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Fairbanks leaning against his opponent.
A nice left hand lands by Sepulveda.
Fairbanks misses with a hook from the clinch.
Fairbanks tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Sepulveda's elbow.
Fairbanks throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Sepulvedas head.
Fairbanks tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Sepulveda's elbow.
Sepulveda lands with a light punch inside.
Sepulveda can't find room to land a body shot as Fairbanks controls the action.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Fairbanks.
Sepulveda misses with some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks is working for takedown but Sepulveda is calmly controlling the position for now.
Fairbanks lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sepulveda. #T3#
Sepulveda lands a body shot in the clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Sepulveda.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sepulveda.
Sepulveda scores with a shoulder strike.
A short right from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks lands with a short shot to the head. #BC2#
Sepulveda pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Fairbanks fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Sepulveda on the side of the head.
Fairbanks misses with a straight right.
Sepulveda looks to land a right hand but Fairbanks moved out of range.
Sepulveda slips under a jab from Fairbanks.
Sepulveda fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Fairbanks throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sepulveda looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Sepulveda swings widly with a right hand
enabling Fairbanks to counter with a crisp jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Fairbanks blocks a head kick by Sepulveda. #T4#
Sepulveda misses with a right hand
and Fairbanks cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Sepulveda misses the shot to the body.
Sepulveda slips under a jab.
Sepulveda bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Sepulveda throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Sepulveda takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Fairbanks misses with a straight right.
Fairbanks takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Good standup being displayed there by Sepulveda as he connects with a hook.
Sepulveda avoids the body shot from Fairbanks.
Sepulveda walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Alejandro Sepulveda just about did enough to take it.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R4#
Sepulveda ducks under a wild hook from Fairbanks.
A jab from Sepulveda misses.
Fairbanks throws a looping overhand right but Sepulveda ducks down to avoid it.
Fairbanks avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A telegraphed right hand from Fairbanks misses the target.
Sepulveda tries to counter with a clinch but Fairbanks shakes him off and moves away.
Sepulveda moves away from the strike by Fairbanks.
Sepulveda tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Sepulveda swings for the body but Fairbanks moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Sepulveda.
Fairbanks throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Sepulveda counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Fairbanks blocks a body shot from Sepulveda. #T1#
Sepulveda tries to throw a body punch but Fairbanks avoids it by throwing Sepulveda back against the cage.
A right hand to the body from Fairbanks. #BC2#
Sepulveda manages to break the clinch.
Decent striking displayed by Sepulveda there.
The fighters circling - Fairbanks throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Sepulveda misses the shot to the body.
Sepulveda scores with a nice strike.#CL2#
Sepulveda has Fairbanks up against the cage in a clinch.
Sepulveda throws a head punch that misses.
Fairbanks prevents a body shot from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch on the inside from Fairbanks fails to land.
Sepulveda swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Sepulveda blocking some punches.
Sepulveda has a couple of punches blocked by Fairbanks. #T2#
Sepulveda lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Fairbanks cracks Sepulveda with a nice body shot.
Fairbanks lands a nice shot to the body.
Sepulveda is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Fairbanks lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sepulveda tries to throw a body punch but Fairbanks avoids it by throwing Sepulveda back against the cage.
Sepulveda misses with a punch on the inside.
A left hand lands to the body for Fairbanks.
Fairbanks pressing his opponent against the cage.
Sepulveda lands with a light punch inside.
Fairbanks lands a shoulder strike.
Fairbanks gets through Sepulveda's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A hook to the body from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Fairbanks is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
A short right from Fairbanks on the inside.
Sepulveda swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Sepulveda is trying to push Fairbanks away but Fairbanks has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Sepulveda lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Fairbanks looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.#T3#
Fairbanks tries to work over Sepulveda's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Sepulveda blocks a body shot from Fairbanks.
Desmond Fairbanks has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Fairbanks blocks an uppercut.
Fairbanks is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Sepulveda softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Sepulveda tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC2#
Sepulveda breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Fairbanks takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Sepulveda staying out of range there.
Fairbanks throws a hook but Sepulveda avoids it easily.
Sepulveda pushes Fairbanks away with a front kick.
Sepulveda lands with a kick to the temple. Fairbanks shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Fairbanks slips a jab from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda throws a big shot that misses.
It looked like Fairbanks wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T4#
Sepulveda throws a big shot that misses.
It looked like Fairbanks wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Sepulveda thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Fairbanks if he has to take too many more of those.
Sepulveda scores with a nice body kick.
Sepulveda connects with a body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sepulveda throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Fairbanks's head.
A slow jab from Sepulveda misses its intended target.
Fairbanks just misses with a punch to the body.
Fairbanks misses with a lunging right hand
and Sepulveda counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Fairbanks thinking.
Sepulveda digs a good body shot into Fairbanks's ribs.
Sepulveda uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks throws a jab but it's blocked by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda flicks out a counter leg kick but Fairbanks steps away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alejandro Sepulveda dominated that fourth round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R5#
Sepulveda throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A little feinted left hand from Fairbanks on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Sepulveda fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Fairbanks manages to avoid it.
Fairbanks throws a looping overhand right but Sepulveda ducks down to avoid it.
Sepulveda scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Sepulveda throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Fairbanks bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Sepulveda's head.
Sepulveda misses with a hook. Fairbanks ducked under it nicely.
Fairbanks has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Sepulveda finds it's way round the side to connect with Fairbanks's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fairbanks avoids a kick to the body.
Fairbanks appears to be looking for a big counter.
Fairbanks misses the shot to the body.
Fairbanks throws a hook but Sepulveda avoids it easily.
Fairbanks throws a hook but Sepulveda blocks it.#T1#
Sepulveda avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Fairbanks throws a lazy uppercut
and Fairbanks takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Fairbanks steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Sepulveda. That one must have hurt.
Fairbanks rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Sepulveda counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Fairbanks thinking. #CL2#
Sepulveda has taken the fight to the clinch.
A short uppercut from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda swings wildly with an uppercut but Fairbanks uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sepulveda blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A shot in the inside from Fairbanks.
Sepulveda tries a body shot but Fairbanks blocks it.
Sepulveda lands an uppercut.
Sepulveda lands a body shot in the clinch.
Fairbanks misses with a body punch.
Fairbanks misses with some punches. #T2#
Fairbanks is working Sepulveda over against the cage.
Sepulveda tries to throw a body punch but Fairbanks avoids it by throwing Sepulveda back against the cage.
Sepulveda has a couple of punches blocked by Fairbanks.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Fairbanks lands a shoulder strike.
Fairbanks lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Sepulveda misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Sepulveda throws a punch but it's blocked by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks pushes Sepulveda back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Fairbanks doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Fairbanks.
A body shot lands from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks stalling in the clinch but Sepulveda improves position.
Fairbanks throws a punch but it's blocked by Sepulveda.
A head punch on the inside from Sepulveda fails to land.
Fairbanks blocks an uppercut.
Fairbanks misses with a body punch.
Sepulveda lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Fairbanks backwards.
Sepulveda tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Fairbanks's elbow.
Fairbanks presses Sepulveda against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.#T3##BC2#
Sepulveda breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Fairbanks jabs Sepulveda right on the nose. Sepulveda blinks but takes it well.
Sepulveda tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Fairbanks was well out of range. Poor timing from Sepulveda.
Nice defenses there by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks throws the left hand but Sepulveda avoids the punch easily.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Sepulveda - that will leave a mark!
Fairbanks clobbers Sepulveda with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Sepulveda misses with a wild body shot.
Fairbanks throws a body shot but no joy.
A nice side step and Sepulveda releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Fairbanks defending well as Sepulveda loads up on a big left hand.
A slapping leg kick lands for Sepulveda.
Sepulveda fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Fairbanks is out of range.
Fairbanks throwing a counter right hand but Sepulveda manages to avoid it.#T4#
Sepulveda with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Fairbanks to score with a decent uppercut.
Sepulveda connects with a high kick.
Sepulveda looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Fairbanks thuds his right hand into Sepulveda's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#ROC#
Sepulveda is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda is still on wobbly legs! Can Fairbanks finish him?
Sepulveda tries to land a front kick but Fairbanks steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Sepulveda seems to have recovered his senses.
Sepulveda throws a big shot that misses.
Fairbanks takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Fairbanks throws a jab but it's blocked by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Fairbanks.
A nice side step and Sepulveda releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Alejandro Sepulveda seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Fairbanks misses the shot to the body.
Sepulveda tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Alejandro Sepulveda.
I think Sepulveda 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 Paul Aken scores the fight 47:48
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 47:48
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 47:48

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alejandro Sepulveda!

Alejandro Sepulveda is the new bantamweight champion!
Our winner, Alejandro Sepulveda, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

 

Event: AEW 12     
Date:   Jun 29, 2019
#R1#
Sepulveda throws a leg kick that is checked
and Sepulveda takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Sepulveda connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
A jab from Sepulveda misses.
It looked like Brahms was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Sepulveda.
Brahms throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Sepulveda connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Sepulveda 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.
Brahms lands a nice shot that snaps Sepulveda's head back.
Sepulveda slips a jab from Brahms.
Sepulveda punishes Brahms's body with a nice straight punch.
Alejandro Sepulveda seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Brahms throws a low kick but it's checked well by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda missing with a left hand there. Brahms was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Brahms throws a wild body kick that Sepulveda sees coming a mile off.
Brahms blocks the body kick.
Sepulveda takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Brahms tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sepulveda was well out of range. Poor timing from Brahms.#T1#
Brahms bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Sepulveda scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
A head kick misses from Sepulveda.
A counter left hand to the body from Brahms misses its target.
Brahms chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Brahms pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Sepulveda is looking to clinch.
Brahms attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Sepulveda misses with a wild body shot.
Sepulveda throws a jab but it's blocked by Brahms.
A head kick misses from Brahms.
Sepulveda swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Sepulveda scores with a jab to the body.
Brahms displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Sepulveda. #T2#
A shot to the liver by Sepulveda. Beautiful body shot.#TD#
Brahms fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Sepulveda to the ground. Brahms is now in Sepulveda's guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB2#
Sepulveda working for a triangle but Brahms defends it easily.
Brahms postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Sepulveda is pulling down on Brahms's head to control his posture.
Brahms trying to control but Sepulveda is working from the bottom.
Brahms content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #T3##SUB2#
Sepulveda looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Sepulveda working a defensive guard here.
Sepulveda has control of Brahms's left arm, preventing Brahms from doing any damage.
Sepulveda is looking to sweep but instead, Brahms has passed into half guard.
Brahms slips a nice elbow through Sepulveda's hands, connecting with Sepulveda's forehead.
Sepulveda has hold of Brahms's hands but Brahms slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Brahms seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Sepulveda keeps control of the position for the meantime.
We've been hearing that Brahms has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.#T4#
Brahms seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Sepulveda is looking to improve his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Sepulveda is not content to let Brahms control the position.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Brahms lands a nice short elbow.
Sepulveda wants to get back to full guard but Brahms has mounted him!
Sepulveda wants to hold on but Brahms pushes him away.
Brahms landing strikes from the mount.
Brahms fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Johannes Brahms dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2##CL2#
Sepulveda clinches. #TD2#
Sepulveda gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Sepulveda prevents Brahms from improving his position.
Brahms is staying active underneath Sepulveda, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Brahms is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sepulveda can do to turn this around?
Brahms won't allow Sepulveda to pass to mount.
Johannes Brahms overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Sepulveda wants to control but Brahms is keeping him busy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sepulveda controlling the action here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Brahms misses with some strikes from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Brahms scores with a spinning back kick!
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Brahms 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 Sepulveda has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Sepulveda and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Sepulveda bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Sepulveda moves out of range as Brahms throws a body kick.
Brahms displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Sepulveda throws out the jab.
Brahms tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Brahms feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Sepulveda's calf.
A decent looking cross lands there for Brahms.
Brahms scores with a jab to the head.
Brahms takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#T2#
Sepulveda tried to score with a low kick but Brahms checks it.
As Sepulveda looks to move away, Brahms throws a big counter combo but Sepulveda just gets out of the way.
Brahms misses with a low kick.
Johannes Brahms is winning the standup battle so far.
Sepulveda scores with a nice head shot.
Sepulveda swings away with a body shot that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Brahms avoids the body shot from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Brahms looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Sepulveda fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Sepulveda tries to clinch there but Brahms circles away.
Sepulveda tries to score a power double leg takedown but Brahms sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Sepulveda somewhat.#T3#
Sepulveda tries to land a leg kick but Brahms saw it coming and moves away.
Brahms ducks under a wild hook from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda moves out of range of the leg kick from Brahms.
Sepulveda swings widly with a right hand
and Brahms makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Sepulveda throws a leg kick that is checked
and Brahms counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Sepulveda avoids the body shot from Brahms.
Sepulveda lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Sepulveda takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
A head kick misses from Brahms.
Sepulveda wants to clinch up but Brahms keeps it at a distance.
Brahms on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Sepulveda. Sepulveda obviously looking to wear him down.
Brahms is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#T4#
Brahms connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Brahms takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Sepulveda ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Brahms moves away.
Brahms lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD2#
Sepulveda looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Brahms is looking to improve his position.
Brahms is pressing down on Sepulveda's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Brahms keeping moving, preventing Sepulveda from controlling successfully.
Sepulveda forces his way into half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Alejandro Sepulveda will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Sepulveda ducks under a wild hook from Brahms.
Sepulveda takes a swing at Brahms's ribcage but misses.
Sepulveda jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Brahms blocks a jab.
Sepulveda scores with a nice strike.
Brahms with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Sepulveda to score with a decent uppercut.
Sepulveda scores with a jab to the body.
Brahms throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brahms swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Sepulveda lands a jab to the nose.
Sepulveda scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Sepulveda stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#T1#
Brahms connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Brahms comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Brahms takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Sepulveda throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A nice leg kick lands there from Sepulveda.
Brahms will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Brahms throws a low kick but it's checked well by Sepulveda.
Brahms shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Sepulveda defends it nicely.
Sepulveda fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Brahms looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#T2#
Sepulveda scores with a nice strike.
Brahms tries a head kick but it misses.
Sepulveda throws a head kick but Brahms moves out of range.
Sepulveda avoids the head kick by Brahms.
A nice side step and Sepulveda releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Sepulveda shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Sepulveda throws a body kick that misses.
Good exchange - Sepulveda coming out on top.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Brahms ducks under a wild hook from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda swings for the body but Brahms moves out of range. #T3#
Brahms shoots in but no luck this time.
Brahms misses with an uppercut
and Sepulveda counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Brahms misses with a head kick.
Brahms shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Sepulveda as he jumps to the side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Johannes Brahms. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Brahms misses with a low kick.
Sepulveda slips under a jab.
Brahms shoots in and drives through. Sepulveda sprawls well.
A little jabbing left from Sepulveda on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Brahms rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Sepulveda counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Brahms misses with a leg kick
and Sepulveda counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Brahms tries to land a front kick but Sepulveda steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Sepulveda darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #T4#
Sepulveda connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Brahms momentarily.
Sepulveda throws a body punch but Brahms moves out of range.
Sepulveda tests Brahms's chin there with a solid looking shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A swing and a miss from Brahms.#TD2#
Sepulveda decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Sepulveda wants to free his trapped foot but Brahms is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Sepulveda is looking to pass Brahms's guard but actually Brahms recovers to full guard. #SUB#
Brahms looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Sepulveda passes into half guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Alejandro Sepulveda comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Sepulveda 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 Daniel Blasius scores the fight 28:29
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 28:29
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alejandro Sepulveda!

A relieved looking Alejandro Sepulveda thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

 

Event: AEW 6     
Date:   Jun 08, 2019
#R1#
Fairbanks fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Sepulveda looks to score with a jab to the body but Fairbanks is just out of range.
Sepulveda throws a body punch but Fairbanks moves out of range.
Fairbanks throws out a counter right but Sepulveda avoids it with no problem.
Sepulveda fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Fairbanks checks it well.
Fairbanks steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sepulveda.
Fairbanks throws out a counter right but Sepulveda avoids it with no problem.
The fighters circle momentarily. Sepulveda darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Fairbanks throws a looping overhand right but Sepulveda ducks down to avoid it.
Sepulveda tries to counter by clinching up but Fairbanks breaks away and moves out of range.
Sepulveda gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks blocks a head kick by Sepulveda.
A big right from Fairbanks misses.
Fairbanks tests Sepulveda's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Fairbanks throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sepulveda sees it coming and avoids it easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Sepulveda misses the target.
Jab by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks avoids the head kick by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda slips a jab from Fairbanks.
Sepulveda half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#T1#
Fairbanks thows a left - swing and a miss!
Sepulveda fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Fairbanks manages to avoid it.
Alejandro Sepulveda seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fairbanks on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Sepulveda misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Sepulveda scores with a jab to the body.
Sepulveda takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Sepulveda sizes up Fairbanks with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Sepulveda swings for the body but Fairbanks moves out of range.
Fairbanks tries to move into range but Sepulveda moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Sepulveda loads up on a big right hand but Fairbanks slips the punch.
Fairbanks looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#CL#
Sepulveda gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Fairbanks tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Sepulveda struggles to land a body shot inside as Fairbanks controls his hands.
Sepulveda letting Fairbanks take a breather here.#T2##BC#
Sepulveda breaks from the clinch.
Fairbanks moves out of range as Sepulveda throws a body kick.
As Sepulveda backs off Fairbanks throws a huge counter combo but Sepulveda manages to avoid it all.
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!
Sepulveda scores with a hook to the body. Fairbanks takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Fairbanks throws a poor cross that misses
and Sepulveda counters with a nice body kick.
Sepulveda needs to keep his hands up - Fairbanks had a free shot at his head there.
Sepulveda moves away from the strike by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Sepulveda looks to throw a body kick
and Fairbanks connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Sepulveda throws a front kick aimed at Fairbanks's knee but Fairbanks avoids it well.
The crowd cheers as Fairbanks lands an impressive looking overhand right. Sepulveda doesn't seem phased though.
Fairbanks fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Sepulveda shoots in but Fairbanks avoids the takedown attempt easily.#T3#
Sepulveda misses with a hook. Fairbanks ducked under it nicely.
Sepulveda lands a slapping body shot.
Sepulveda is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Fairbanks! But no joy.
Fairbanks rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Sepulveda counters with a nice low kick that buckles Fairbanks's knee momentarily.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Sepulveda, as that shot connected.
Sepulveda blocks a jab.
Fairbanks misses with a hook to the body
enabling Sepulveda to counter with a crisp jab.
Sepulveda wants to land a leg kick but Fairbanks is out of range.
Fairbanks might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Sepulveda wants to clinch up but Fairbanks keeps it at a distance.
Sepulveda takes a jab right on the kisser.
Sepulveda dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Sepulveda throws out a loose jab but Fairbanks uses good head movement to avoid it. #T4#
Fairbanks steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Sepulveda. That one must have hurt.
Sepulveda scores with a nice body kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sepulveda just misses with a punch to the body.
Fairbanks is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Sepulveda with a body shot.
Sepulveda throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Sepulveda throws a body punch but Fairbanks moves out of range.
Fairbanks looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A swing and a miss from Sepulveda.
Fairbanks tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Sepulveda manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Sepulveda scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Fairbanks doesn't seem bothered though.
Sepulveda keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Fairbanks.
Sepulveda seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Sepulveda pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Sepulveda throws a leg kick
enabling Fairbanks to counter with a crisp jab.
Sepulveda pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Fairbanks now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Fairbanks keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alejandro Sepulveda dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Sepulveda closes the distance looking to clinch
and Fairbanks counters with a right hand to the body.
Fairbanks ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sepulveda moves away.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sepulveda. Fairbanks does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sepulveda looks to land a body kick but Fairbanks moved away.
Fairbanks tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sepulveda was well out of range. Poor timing from Fairbanks.
Sepulveda tries to counter by clinching up but Fairbanks breaks away and moves out of range.
Fairbanks throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Sepulveda stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Sepulveda with a body punch. A glancing blow.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fairbanks connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Fairbanks tries to clinch up.
Sepulveda connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Sepulveda throws a right and a left that Fairbanks avoids nicely.
Fairbanks looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T1#
Fairbanks misses the jab.
Sepulveda throws a sloppy head kick and Fairbanks moves out of range easily.
Sepulveda is looking to wear down Fairbanks with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Fairbanks dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Danga de danga de dang - Sepulveda scores with a four punch combination!
Sepulveda connects with a good right hand that stumbles Fairbanks. Fairbanks circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Sepulveda slips under a jab from Fairbanks.
Sepulveda tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Fairbanks manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A little jabbing left from Fairbanks on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Sepulveda keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Fairbanks.
Sepulveda takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Sepulveda works Fairbanks's body with a nice hook.
Fairbanks throws a looping overhand right but Sepulveda ducks down to avoid it.
A left lands for Fairbanks.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Fairbanks throws a poor cross that misses
and Sepulveda counters with a left to the body. #T2#
Fairbanks tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Sepulveda manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Fairbanks swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sepulveda blocks a jab.
Sepulveda is looking to counter the offense by Fairbanks and move into the clinch.
Fairbanks fails to land with a series of punches.
Sepulveda was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Fairbanks throws the left hand but Sepulveda avoids the punch easily.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
A telegraphed right hand from Fairbanks misses the target.
Fairbanks misses with a wild body shot.
Fairbanks looks to score with a jab to the body but Sepulveda is just out of range.#T3#
Sepulveda fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Fairbanks manages to avoid it.
Sepulveda throws a head kick that misses.
Fairbanks moves out of range as Sepulveda throws a body kick.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Fairbanks, as that shot connected.
Fairbanks just misses with a punch to the body.
Sepulveda gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Fairbanks counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Fairbanks works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Fairbanks throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sepulveda throws a series of strikes that have Fairbanks backpedaling.
Sepulveda throws a leg kick
letting Fairbanks counter with a right hand.
Sepulveda swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T4#
Sepulveda jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Sepulveda lands a front kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A big right from Fairbanks misses.
Alejandro Sepulveda is winning the standup battle so far.
Fairbanks keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Fairbanks fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sepulveda manages to avoid it.
Sepulveda changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Fairbanks tries to avoid it but Sepulveda manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Fairbanks to the ground. Fairbanks escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Alejandro Sepulveda. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sepulveda fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Fairbanks is looking to clinch.
Sepulveda throws a jab when Fairbanks was well out of range.
Nice uppercut lands for Sepulveda. That snapped Fairbanks's head back.
Sepulveda looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Fairbanks has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Fairbanks there as he acknowledges the shot.
Sepulveda takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Desmond Fairbanks will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Sepulveda tries to land a front kick but Fairbanks steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Fairbanks checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Sepulveda shoots in for a double leg but Fairbanks sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Fairbanks throws a big shot that misses.
Fairbanks missing with a left hand there. Sepulveda was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Sepulveda looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Sepulveda misses with a hook
and Fairbanks counters with a left and a right that stings Sepulveda.
Sepulveda tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Fairbanks manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Sepulveda throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Fairbanks swats away the attempt to clinch by Sepulveda.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Fairbanks! But no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fairbanks fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sepulveda manages to avoid it.
Sepulveda takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Fairbanks tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sepulveda was well out of range. Poor timing from Fairbanks.#T1#
Sepulveda misses with a kick to the body.
Fairbanks is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Fairbanks clobbers Sepulveda with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Sepulveda misses with an uppercut. Fairbanks saw that one coming.
Sepulveda misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Nice body punch from Fairbanks.
Sepulveda is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Sepulveda takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK. #T2#
Sepulveda drops his hands momentarily and Fairbanks takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Sepulveda rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Fairbanks counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Sepulveda swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks misses with an uppercut
and Fairbanks takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sepulveda has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Sepulveda there as he acknowledges the shot.
Fairbanks fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Sepulveda gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Sepulveda misses with a low kick.
Fairbanks swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Sepulveda keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #CL#
Sepulveda clinches up against the cage.
Sepulveda fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Sepulveda tries a body shot but Fairbanks blocks it.
Fairbanks fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T3#
Sepulveda fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Sepulveda misses with a hook to the ribs.
Sepulveda working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Sepulveda blocks a body shot from Fairbanks.
Sepulveda changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Fairbanks fights it off and pushes away nicely.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Alejandro Sepulveda. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Fairbanks scores with a one two! Sepulveda had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. #CL#
Sepulveda closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #TD2#
Fairbanks wants the takedown. Sepulveda is fighting it off but Fairbanks persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Sepulveda's guard against the cage.
Fairbanks would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #SU2#
Fairbanks decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Sepulveda misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks moves into range and connects with a jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sepulveda keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
It looked like Sepulveda wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T4#
Sepulveda slips under a jab.
Fairbanks throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Sepulveda throws a lazy right hand but Fairbanks sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Nice defenses there by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Fairbanks! But no joy.
Sepulveda misses the jab.
Fairbanks with a hook.
Sepulveda throws a sloppy head kick and Fairbanks moves out of range easily.
A nice side step and Fairbanks releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Sepulveda just misses with a punch to the body.
Fairbanks tries to clinch up but Sepulveda circles away and keeps his distance.
Desmond Fairbanks is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Sepulveda swings and misses with a hook to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
Desmond Fairbanks comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Fairbanks 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 Patrick Alders scores the fight 28:29
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 28:29
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Desmond Fairbanks!

Desmond Fairbanks thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: Peak - 5     
Date:   Apr 13, 2019
#R1#
Sepulveda swings for the body but Ramses moves out of range.
Ramses lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Sepulveda connects with a right hand. Ramses shakes it off.
Sepulveda throws a body shot but no joy.
Ramses wants to counter the offense by Sepulveda and move into the clinch position.
Sepulveda thows a leg kick but Ramses checks it
and Ramses counters with a nice uppercut.
Ramses throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ramses tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Ramses scores with a nice head shot.
Ramses connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Sepulveda has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Marty Robbin's Fight Ranch™ in the buildup to the fight.
Ramses on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Sepulveda is looking to slow Ramses down with leg kicks.
Ramses cracks Sepulveda with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ramses scores with a hook.
Ramses jabs Sepulveda right on the nose. Sepulveda blinks but takes it well.
Ramses loads up on a big right hand but Sepulveda slips the punch.
Sepulveda swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Sepulveda walks into a straight right hand from Ramses.
Ramses moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#T1#
Sepulveda ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ramses moves away.
Ramses misses with a low kick as Sepulveda jumps back.
Ramses misses with a body shot.
Sepulveda ducks under a wild hook from Ramses.
Ramses swings for the body but Sepulveda moves out of range.
Sepulveda defending well as Ramses loads up on a big left hand.
Ramses is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Sepulveda misses with a looping left.
Sepulveda avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ramses throws a quick inside leg kick.
Sepulveda 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.
John Ramses seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ramses stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Sepulveda.
Ramses on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Sepulveda. Sepulveda obviously looking to wear him down.
John Ramses is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A nice inside leg kick there by Ramses. That's going to slow Sepulveda down.
Ramses buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Sepulveda misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Sepulveda ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ramses moves away.#T2#
Sepulveda tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Sepulveda throws a lazy right hand but Ramses sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Ramses throws out a counter right but Sepulveda avoids it with no problem.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sepulveda avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ramses scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Sepulveda doesn't seem bothered though.
Sepulveda throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Ramses counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ramses jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Sepulveda scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Ramses is looking to slow Sepulveda down with leg kicks.
Ramses fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sepulveda manages to avoid it.
Sepulveda avoids the head kick by Ramses.
Sepulveda lands a jab to the head.
A big right from Ramses misses.
Ramses throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Sepulveda.
Ramses throws a low kick but Sepulveda moves out of range easily.
Sepulveda swings for the body but Ramses moves out of range.
A little jabbing left from Ramses on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Ramses blocks a jab.#T3#
Sepulveda misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ramses.
Sepulveda bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Ramses misses with an uppercut
and Sepulveda counters with a nice uppercut.
Ramses tries to bum rush Sepulveda with a series of wild strikes but Sepulveda uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Sepulveda throws a series of punches but Ramses moves out of range.
Sepulveda sets himself, and Ramses steps forward looking for the clinch! Sepulveda avoids it this time.#TD#
Sepulveda closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Sepulveda is thwarting Ramses's attempts to control the position.
Ramses won't allow Sepulveda to pass to mount.
Ramses is pressing down on Sepulveda's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Sepulveda looking to pass the guard.
Sepulveda slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Ramses tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Sepulveda wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T4#
Ramses struggling a bit here.
Sepulveda staying calm.
Ramses is looking to reverse the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sepulveda tries to move to mount but Ramses blocks the move with his legs.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#SUB#
Sepulveda is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Ramses is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Ramses is looking for a sweep.
Ramses felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.#SUB#
Sepulveda looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Sepulveda wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ramses keeps working.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

John Ramses dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Sepulveda swings for the body but Ramses moves out of range.
A nice leg kick lands there from Ramses.
Ramses dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Sepulveda. That did some damage!
Ramses motions for Sepulveda to come forward. Ramses throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Ramses throws a jab when Sepulveda was well out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Sepulveda misses the target.
Sepulveda ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ramses moves away.#TD#
Sepulveda shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Sepulveda was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Sepulveda passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Ramses!
Sepulveda trying to control but Ramses is having none of it. #SUB#
Sepulveda is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Ramses can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning. #T1#
Ramses is desperately trying to improve his position but Sepulveda has a good base and remains in mount.
Ramses is controlling an arm, preventing Sepulveda from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Sepulveda trying to control but Ramses is having none of it.
Ramses keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Sepulveda can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Ramses is looking to escape. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Sepulveda is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Ramses is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Ramses bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Ramses trying to control the position from guard on top but Sepulveda is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sepulveda trying to control the position here.
Ramses tries to free his leg and advance position but Sepulveda is retaining full guard. #T3#
Ramses works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Sepulveda tries to get to full guard but Ramses has control of the leg.
Sepulveda might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Ramses stalling.
Ramses wants to free his trapped foot but Sepulveda is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Sepulveda wants to improve his position but Ramses is controlling well. #SUB2#
Ramses is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Sepulveda has managed to free his arm - good work.
Sepulveda controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Sepulveda gets back to full guard. #T4#
Ramses trying to control but Sepulveda is working from the bottom.
Sepulveda is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Ramses trying to control but Sepulveda is working from the bottom.
Sepulveda can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Ramses controls the pace.
Ramses wants to pass the guard but Sepulveda is keeping the position.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Sepulveda looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Sepulveda looking for a sweep. Not yet Sepulveda, not yet.
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 Alejandro Sepulveda will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R3#
Ramses will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
A shot to the liver by Sepulveda. Beautiful body shot.
Sepulveda is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Sepulveda checks a leg kick.
Ramses takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Sepulveda misses with a looping right.
Sepulveda looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Sepulveda keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Ramses circles away from the clinch attempt.
Ramses looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Ramses ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sepulveda moves away.
Ramses swings for the body but Sepulveda moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sepulveda lands a right hook to the body.
Sepulveda throws a body punch but Ramses moves out of range.
Sepulveda is looking to wear down Ramses with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Sepulveda misses with an uppercut
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Sepulveda uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ramses.
Sepulveda was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
John Ramses seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T1#
Ramses lands a nice looking body shot.
Ramses is looking to score with low kicks.
A good leg kick by Ramses.
Ramses takes one on the button.
A head kick misses from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda ducks under a wild hook from Ramses.
An attempted straight right counter from Sepulveda misses the target.
Ramses misses with a low kick.
Sepulveda fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ramses manages to avoid it.
Sepulveda throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ramses throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
A cross from Ramses lands.
Sepulveda just misses with a punch to the body.
Ramses appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
A combination from Sepulveda does no damage.
Ramses cracks a nice hook into Sepulveda's ribs.
Sepulveda misses with a straight right. #T2#
Sepulveda avoids the body shot from Ramses.
Nice uppercut there from Ramses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ramses throws a low kick, looking for Sepulveda's leg but Sepulveda calmly moves out of range.
Sepulveda tries to close the distance and clinch up but Ramses swats him away and circles back towards the center.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sepulveda. Ramses does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ramses unleashes a big counter combination but Sepulveda bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Ramses feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Sepulvedas jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Ramses avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A telegraphed right hand from Ramses misses the target.
Sepulveda tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Ramses throws a looping overhand right but Sepulveda ducks down to avoid it.
Ramses connects with a right hand. Sepulveda shakes it off.
Ramses on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Sepulveda just misses with a punch to the body.
Ramses avoids the head kick by Sepulveda.
Ramses misses with a wild body shot. #T3#
Ramses throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Sepulveda stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Sepulveda lands a head shot.
Ramses lands a leg kick that knocks Sepulveda off balance momentarily.
Sepulveda looks to score with a jab to the body but Ramses is just out of range.
Sepulveda tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ramses was well out of range. Poor timing from Sepulveda.
Ramses throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sepulveda sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Sepulveda takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Sepulveda lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Ramses at a distance.
Ramses misses with an uppercut.
A counter left hand to the body from Sepulveda misses its target.
Ramses avoids the head kick by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Ramses throws a solid leg kick but Sepulveda takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Ramses.
Sepulveda misses with a hook.
Sepulveda fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Ramses.#T4#
Sepulveda moves in looking to clinch but Ramses pushes him off.
Ramses uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda misses the jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ramses shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Sepulveda eats them both and turns towards Ramses to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Sepulveda tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Ramses.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Sepulveda. Ramses shrugs it off though.
Ramses misses with an uppercut.
Ramses waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Sepulveda.
Sepulveda shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Ramses scores with a body shot.
Sepulveda keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Sepulveda displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ramses throws out the jab.
Ramses misses with a few strikes there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

John Ramses really dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R4#
Sepulveda throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Ramses throws the left hand but Sepulveda avoids the punch easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Sepulveda misses the target.
Sepulveda checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
An inside leg kick from Ramses misses.
A swing and a miss from Ramses.
Ramses takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#CL#
Sepulveda gets a clinch.
Ramses blocking some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ramses.
A nice right hand lands inside from Ramses. #BC2#
Ramses pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sepulveda dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Ramses misses with a right hand
and Sepulveda counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Ramses thinking.
Ramses gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Sepulveda throws a leg kick but Ramses sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Ramses swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Sepulveda scores with a jab. Ramses acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #T1#
Ramses avoids the body shot from Sepulveda.
Ramses will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Sepulveda throws a body kick that misses.
Sepulveda swings widly with a right hand
and Ramses connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Ramses keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ramses connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Ramses misses with a hook
and Sepulveda counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Sepulveda scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Ramses doesn't seem bothered though.
Ramses throws a low kick but Sepulveda avoids it.
Ramses scores with a punch to the head.
A shot to the liver by Sepulveda. Beautiful body shot.
Sepulveda takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Sepulveda blocks a low kick nicely.#T2#
Sepulveda looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Ramses is fending him off so far but Sepulveda persists. Nope, Ramses circles away and we're back to standing.
Sepulveda tries to clinch but Ramses is having none of it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sepulveda scores with a nice head shot.
Sepulveda fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ramses manages to avoid it.
Sepulveda backing away here, and Ramses unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Ramses motions for Sepulveda to come forward. Ramses throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
It looked like Sepulveda was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Ramses.#TD#
Sepulveda shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Ramses trying to control from the bottom.
Ramses gets back to full guard.
Sepulveda pushing down on Ramses's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Sepulveda trying to control the action but Ramses is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3##SUB2#
Ramses is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Sepulveda pulls his head out easily.
Sepulveda wants to free his trapped foot but Ramses is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Ramses is looking for a sweep. Sepulveda is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Sepulveda passes the guard and advances to mount!
Sepulveda controlling the position easily from mount.
Ramses working to try and regain half guard.
Sepulveda tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T4#
Sepulveda wants to control the pace but Ramses is squirming around nicely.
Alejandro Sepulveda overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Sepulveda with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Sepulveda avoids the attempt from Ramses to control.
Ramses is working to get back to half guard.
Ramses wants to hold on but Sepulveda pushes him away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alejandro Sepulveda had his way with John Ramses in that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R5#
Sepulveda uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ramses.
Ramses throws a head kick that misses.
Sepulveda swings for the body but Ramses moves out of range.
A shot to the liver by Sepulveda. Beautiful body shot.
Ramses tries to work over Sepulveda's front leg with a kick but Sepulveda checks it.
A low kick from Ramses is predictable there #TD#
and Sepulveda counters with a shoot takedown. Ramses fights it but they end up in guard. #SUB2#
Ramses escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Sepulveda gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Ramses escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Sepulveda gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sepulveda sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T1##SUB2#
Ramses has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Sepulveda can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Ramses looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Sepulveda trying to control but Ramses is working from the bottom.
Sepulveda stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ramses swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ramses working a defensive guard here. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Sepulveda trying to control but Ramses is working from the bottom.
Sepulveda slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Ramses trying to control the position. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Sepulveda moves out of range of the strikes.
Sepulveda keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Ramses.
Sepulveda wants to clinch.
A bone on bone clash there as Sepulveda blocks the leg kick. #T3#
Ramses lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Sepulveda 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 Ramses has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Ramses and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Ramses! But no joy.
Ramses lands a nice shot that snaps Sepulveda's head back.
Ramses ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sepulveda moves away.
Ramses misses with a looping right.
Ramses throws a low kick but it's checked well by Sepulveda.
Ramses fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
A low kick from Ramses is predictable there #TD#
so Sepulveda counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Sepulveda sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Ramses's guard.
Sepulveda wants to take a breather but Ramses is having none of it.
Sepulveda tries to pass the half guard into mount. Ramses knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Ramses works his way to full guard. Good work.
Ramses can't keep his opponent in guard - Sepulveda advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB#
Sepulveda is looking for a kimura but Ramses is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Sepulveda to get the leverage.
Sepulveda prevents Ramses from improving his position.
Sepulveda wants to free his trapped foot but Ramses is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Sepulveda seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Ramses does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Sepulveda trying to mount his opponent but Ramses defends it. #SUB2#
Ramses is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Sepulveda pulls his head out easily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sepulveda seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Ramses does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Ramses wants to get back to full guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Alejandro Sepulveda showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Sepulveda has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 48:47
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 48:47
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 48:47

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alejandro Sepulveda!

Alejandro Sepulveda is the new featherweight champion!
A very excited looking Alejandro Sepulveda 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: Trash Fights 23(155 structure)     
Date:   Mar 10, 2019
#R1#
Some bone on bone action there as Sepulveda checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
A right-left combo lands from Cider .
Cider throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A counter left hand to the body from Sepulveda misses its target.
Cider lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Sepulveda circles away quickly and effectively.
Sepulveda catches Cider with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Cider throws a lazy right hand but Sepulveda sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Cider throws a right hand that misses
and Sepulveda counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Cider takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Sepulveda moves in looking to clinch but Cider pushes him off.
Cider moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Cider fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Sepulveda is out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Sepulveda misses the target.
Cider feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Sepulvedas jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL#
Sepulveda forces Cider back against the cage and clinches.#BC2#
Cider manages to break the clinch. #CL#
Sepulveda forces Cider back against the cage and clinches.
Sepulveda lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Sepulveda working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Sepulveda tries to work over Cider 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Cider tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Sepulveda's elbow. #TD#
Sepulveda is trying to trip Cider . He has hold of a leg but Cider is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Sepulveda persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Sepulveda pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Cider is keeping the position for now. #T1#
Sepulveda won't allow Cider to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Sepulveda thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Sepulveda won't allow Cider to get back to his feet.
Sepulveda wants to control from the top but Cider keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Cider throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sepulveda sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Cider scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Cider takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Justin Cider seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sepulveda wants to slow Cider down by chopping away at his legs.
Cider appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Cider blocks the body kick.
Cider misses with a hook. Sepulveda ducked under it nicely.
Sepulveda swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Sepulveda takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#T2#
Cider throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Sepulveda swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Justin Cider is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Cider throws a low kick but Sepulveda moves out of range easily.
Sepulveda has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Marty Robbin's Fight Ranch™ in the buildup to the fight.
Cider misses with a body shot.
Cider loads up on a big right hand but Sepulveda slips the punch.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Cider .
Sepulveda works the jab nicely.
Jab, jab by Cider - just one landing.
Cider attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Sepulveda checks a leg kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Cider tries a head kick but it misses.
Sepulveda throws out a loose jab but Cider uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nice shot by Sepulveda.
Cider attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Cider misses with a low kick.
Sepulveda pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Cider lands a really nice looking cross but Sepulveda seems unphased. #T3#
Cider misses with an attempted mid kick.
Cider cracks Sepulveda with an open hand slap.
Cider throws a head kick but Sepulveda moves out of range.
Sepulveda stuns Cider with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Cider throws a head kick that misses
enabling Sepulveda to counter with a crisp jab.
Sepulveda ducks under a wild hook from Cider .
Sepulveda doesn't manage to clinch there - Cider circles away.
Sepulveda misses with a body shot.
Sepulveda throws a nice outside leg kick.
Sepulveda waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Cider .
Sepulveda scores with a jab to the body.
Cider throws a low kick, looking for Sepulveda's leg but Sepulveda calmly moves out of range.
Cider circles away from the clinch attempt.
Cider throws a jab but it's blocked by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda misses with a low kick.
Sepulveda throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sepulveda moves out of range as Cider throws a body kick.
Sepulveda takes a jab right on the kisser. #T4#
Sepulveda misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Cider .
Sepulveda takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Sepulveda tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Cider throws out a leg kick but Sepulveda moves out of range and Cider only half commits.
Cider throws the left hand but Sepulveda avoids the punch easily.
Cider throws a lazy uppercut
and Sepulveda cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Cider stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Cider wants it to stay on the feet.
Cider smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Cider throws a leg kick but Sepulveda sees it coming and moves out of range.
Cider tries to land a front kick but Sepulveda steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Sepulveda throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Cider 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 Sepulveda has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Sepulveda and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Cider misses with a hook
and Sepulveda counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sepulveda misses with a body shot.
Cider now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Cider throws a low kick but Sepulveda moves out of range easily.
Sepulveda is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Cider throws a leg kick but Sepulveda moved away.
Sepulveda connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
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 Alejandro Sepulveda will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Sepulveda throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Sepulveda bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Cider 's head backwards.
A decent looking cross lands there for Sepulveda.
Sepulveda with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Cider misses with a wild body shot.
Cider is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Sepulveda.
Cider throws a leg kick but Sepulveda sees it coming and checks it nicely.
A quick step to the side and Sepulveda tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nice straight punches there by Sepulveda. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Sepulveda.
Cider bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Sepulveda's head backwards.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Sepulveda here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Sepulveda checks the leg kick.
Sepulveda scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Cider doesn't seem bothered though.
Cider has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Sepulveda.
Cider throws out a leg kick but Sepulveda moves out of range and Cider only half commits.
Cider throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Cider is looking to slow Sepulveda down with leg kicks.
Sepulveda throws a head kick that misses.
Sepulveda throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Sepulveda uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Cider .
Cider is a very stocky fighter. Infact he's such a weird shape that he's almost like some sort of comedy character - it's hard to believe he's real.#T1#
Cider throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Sepulveda throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Cider throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sepulveda on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Cider . Cider obviously looking to wear him down.
Sepulveda goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Sepulveda scores with a decent looking hook.
Sepulveda takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Sepulveda lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Cider throws a lazy right hand but Sepulveda sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Cider lands a really nice looking cross but Sepulveda seems unphased.
Both fighters circling a little - Sepulveda finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Cider rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Sepulveda counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Cider missing with a left hand there. Sepulveda was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Cider misses with an uppercut #TD#
and Sepulveda decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Cider 's guard.
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!
Sepulveda passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Cider seems a little lost for a moment, as Sepulveda dominates the positioning.#T2#
Sepulveda passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Cider !
Cider is trying to stand.
Sepulveda sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Cider is trying to get to the cage to help him get back to his feet.
Sepulveda trying to control but Cider is having none of it.
Cider squirming around on the bottom, looking to escape.
Sepulveda looking to control but Cider is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #SUB#
Sepulveda looking for a guillotine from mount but Cider is having none of it.
Cider is trying to get to the cage to help him get back to his feet. #T3#
Sepulveda trying to control but Cider is having none of it.
You get the feeling that Cider really doesn't like being in this position too much.
Sepulveda looking to control but Cider is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Cider wants to get back to his feet.
Sepulveda tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Cider prevents Sepulveda from taking his back.#SUB#
Sepulveda jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Cider manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Sepulveda passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Cider !
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Cider trying desperately to get to his feet.
Sepulveda tries to control but Cider wriggling away.
Sepulveda controlling his opponent.
Cider is looking to get back to his feet - it's going to be hard from this position.
Sepulveda looking to control and managing it successfully.
Cider wants to try and get back to his feet.
Cider is squirming around, avoiding Sepulveda's attempts to control the action.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alejandro Sepulveda dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Sepulveda misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Cider lands with a kick to the temple. Sepulveda shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Cider buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Sepulveda.
Cider defending well as Sepulveda loads up on a big left hand.
Cider misses with a kick to the body
and Sepulveda counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Cider takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
A swing and a miss from Cider .
Sepulveda tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Cider manages to circle out of the way.
Cider staying out of range there.
Cider shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Sepulveda avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Sepulveda tries to counter with a takedown but Cider is quick to defend against it.
Cider 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.
Sepulveda chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Cider can pounce on him.
Sepulveda fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Cider has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Sepulveda misses with an attempted mid kick.
Cider with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
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!
Sepulveda throws a front kick aimed at Cider 's knee but Cider avoids it well. #T1#
Sepulveda lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#CL#
Sepulveda moves into range and clinches up with Cider .
Sepulveda presses Cider against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Cider lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Sepulveda.
Cider throws a punch but it's blocked by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda struggles to land a body shot inside as Cider controls his hands.
Sepulveda is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Cider can do to turn this around?
Sepulveda blocking some punches.
Sepulveda lands a body punch.
Cider takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Sepulveda wants to take the fight to the mat but Cider manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
A right handed body shot lands from Sepulveda.
Cider prevents a body shot from Sepulveda. #TD#
Sepulveda has picked Cider up - he's going for a ride! Sepulveda dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Sepulveda trying to control the action but Cider is working from the bottom. #ES2#
Cider manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Sepulveda keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Sepulveda creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Sepulveda working some nice short punches in the clinch.#TD#
Sepulveda gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Sepulveda wants to control from the top but Cider keeps moving.
Sepulveda controls from within his opponent's guard. #T2#
Sepulveda has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Sepulveda passes Cider 's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Cider won't allow Sepulveda to pass to mount.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Sepulveda has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Sepulveda trying to control but Cider is having none of it.
Cider is trying to get back to his feet but can't. #SUB#
Sepulveda jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Cider manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Sepulveda wants to control but Cider is keeping him busy. #T3#
Cider is trying to buck Sepulveda off.
Sepulveda advances to mount.
Cider is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there.
Alejandro Sepulveda overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Sepulveda controlling the pace for now.
Sepulveda wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Cider is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there. #SUB#
Sepulveda is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Cider to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Cider shrugs it off.
Cider is trying to stand but he's just given Sepulveda his back.#T4#
Cider is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet. #SUB#
Cider defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Cider is trying to stand back up.
Sepulveda is looking to control Cider but Cider is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Alejandro Sepulveda is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Cider trying to get back to his feet but Sepulveda is in full control for now.
Sepulveda trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Cider doesn't escape.
Cider is trying to stand back up.
Justin Cider has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!

And that's the end of the fight!
Alejandro Sepulveda showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Sepulveda 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 Jorge Garcia scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alejandro Sepulveda!

During a confident post fight interview, Alejandro Sepulveda thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: Trash Fights 18(155 structure)     
Date:   Feb 23, 2019
#R1#
Bunker doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
A nice inside leg kick there by Bunker. That's going to slow Sepulveda down.
Sepulveda pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Sepulveda fails with an attempt to clinch.
It looked like Bunker was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bunker was well out of range. Poor timing from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Bunker avoids it really well and circles away.
Bunker throws a sloppy head kick and Sepulveda moves out of range easily.
Bunker misses with a hook to the body
and Sepulveda counters with a nice uppercut.
Bunker bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bunker ducks under a wild hook from Sepulveda.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sepulveda throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Sepulveda swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Tony Bunker seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bunker moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Bunker tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Sepulveda paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#T1#
Bunker blocks a head kick by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bunker.
Sepulveda scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Bunker just misses with a punch to the body.
A head kick misses from Sepulveda.
A head kick misses from Bunker. #TD2#
Sepulveda closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #SUB2#
Sepulveda tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Sepulveda has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Sepulveda wants to control but Bunker is keeping him busy.
Bunker manages to get back to half guard.
Bunker's coaches at Power Shark Gym have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Bunker is controlling Sepulveda's trapped leg to prevent Sepulveda from advancing to side control.#SUB2#
Sepulveda is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Bunker doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Sepulveda. #T2#
Sepulveda controlling the action here.
Sepulveda is looking to take a break and control but Bunker is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bunker keeping hold of Sepulveda's head, controlling as best he can.
Sepulveda looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T3#
Bunker trying to control but Sepulveda postures up.
Bunker controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Bunker is trying to get back to full guard.
Sepulveda is trying to control the action in half guard but Bunker is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Bunker tries to roll over but Sepulveda keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Sepulveda is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Bunker sees it coming and defends easily.
Sepulveda wants to pass to mount but Bunker is defending the position. #SUB2#
Bunker is defending against the submission attempts here by Sepulveda. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Bunker is concentrating on defense, preventing Sepulveda from advancing position. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
A big left from Sepulveda misses.
Sepulveda misses with a jab, cross combination.
Sepulveda tries to move into range but Bunker moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Bunker takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Sepulveda misses with a shot to the body
and Bunker counters with a nice uppercut.
Sepulveda throws a good cross that connects.
Sepulveda lands a jab to the nose.
A head kick by Bunker misses
and Sepulveda counters with a nice body shot.
Bunker lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Bunker cracks Sepulveda with a good jab.
Bunker goes for a double leg but Sepulveda avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Sepulveda continues to drive forward.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alejandro Sepulveda dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Bunker buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick. #TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Sepulveda enables Bunker to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Sepulveda manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Bunker will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Sepulveda is trying to keep Bunker in close.
Sepulveda has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Sepulveda might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Bunker haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Bunker postures up and lands a big shot to Sepulveda's brow.
Sepulveda working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Bunker.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Bunker got a little sloppy there for a moment and Sepulveda has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Bunker has managed to get both his arms back between Sepulveda's legs - danger averted.
Alejandro Sepulveda has got the better of the ground game so far.
Sepulveda trying to control the position.
Bunker trying to control but Sepulveda is working from the bottom. #T1#
Sepulveda wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Bunker is now in half guard.
Ground and pound from Bunker.
Sepulveda trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Bunker scoring with strikes but Sepulveda is staying in there.
Bunker prevents Sepulveda from getting the reversal.
Sepulveda sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Bunker keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Bunker working Sepulveda over with strikes.
Bunker looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Sepulveda wants to control but Bunker is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Bunker trying to control from half guard but Sepulveda is working away.
Sepulveda moves into full guard. #T2#
Bunker postures up and lands a big shot to Sepulveda's brow.
Bunker won't allow Sepulveda to sweep him here.
Sepulveda 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#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB2#
Sepulveda wants to work for an arm triangle but Bunker is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Bunker won't allow Sepulveda to pass to mount. #SUB2#
Sepulveda is working for a kimura but Bunker is defending it quite comfortably. #T3#
Bunker is trying to get back to full guard.
Sepulveda is looking to advance position but Bunker won't allow it.
Bunker has his hands clasped together around Sepulveda's back. He's all about the action.
Bunker is not content to let Sepulveda control the position.
Sepulveda trying to control the pace. #SUB2#
Sepulveda is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Bunker doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Sepulveda. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Sepulveda prevents Bunker from improving his position.
Sepulveda is pressing down on Bunker's thigh, looking to free his foot. Bunker is holding on for now.
Sepulveda is stalling here. Bunker is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Sepulveda seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Bunker has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Bunker scores with punches from side control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bunker trying to control the action but Sepulveda is working from the bottom.
Bunker is putting a hurting on Sepulveda here, landing some big shots from side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tony Bunker dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Sepulveda throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sepulveda throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bunker sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Sepulveda throws a hook to the side of Bunker's head but Bunker sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Sepulveda looks to land a left hand but Bunker moved out of range nicely.#CL2#
Sepulveda closes the distance and pushes Bunker back into the cage.
Bunker blocks a body shot from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda lands a nice uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bunker.
Sepulveda is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Bunker is defending well.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Sepulveda.
A short uppercut from Bunker.
Bunker working aggressively here.
Sepulveda blocking some punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Sepulveda creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Nice body punch from Sepulveda - that landed with a thud.
Sepulveda is trying to push Bunker away but Bunker has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Sepulveda blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bunker misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bunker misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bunker tries to work over Sepulveda's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T1##TD#
Bunker is trying to trip Sepulveda. He has hold of a leg but Sepulveda is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Bunker persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Sepulveda is trying to keep Bunker in close.
Bunker lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Sepulveda working a defensive guard but Bunker manages to pass into side control anyway.
Sepulveda tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Bunker wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Sepulveda seems a little lost for a moment, as Bunker dominates the positioning.
Sepulveda can't do much from the bottom here.
Sepulveda tries to bench press Bunker off him but Bunker keeps the position.
Bunker lands a decent elbow from side control.
Sepulveda being controlled for a moment. #T2#
Bunker working away.
Bunker remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
You can see the frustration on Sepulveda's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Sepulveda tries to buck Bunker off but Bunker is having none of it.
Bunker trying to control the position but Sepulveda is working away.
Check out the look on Bunker's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Bunker scoring with punches and elbows. #T3#
Bunker lands an elbow.
Bunker lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Bunker tries to advance to mount but can't.
Sepulveda is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Bunker's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Bunker drops an elbow to the side of Sepulveda's head.
Sepulveda is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Bunker slips a nice elbow through Sepulveda's hands, connecting with Sepulveda's forehead.
Bunker prevents Sepulveda from improving his position.
Sepulveda trying to hold on to Bunker's head to control him but Bunker postures up. #SUB2#
Sepulveda looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T4#
Sepulveda on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Bunker is looking to take a break and control but Sepulveda is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Sepulveda is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Bunker scores with a couple of nice shots.
Bunker is nestled in close to Sepulveda, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Sepulveda is staying active underneath Bunker, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Sepulveda is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Bunker's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Bunker's back!
Bunker trying to control but not successfully.
You can see the frustration on Bunker's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sepulveda is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sepulveda tries to keep control of the position but Bunker is staying busy.

And that's the end of the fight!
Tony Bunker showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Bunker 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 Chad Campbell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 29:28
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tony Bunker!

A very excited looking Tony Bunker 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: Trash Fights 14(155 structure)     
Date:   Feb 13, 2019
#R1#
Sepulveda ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Yaj moves away.
Sepulveda throws a hook but Yaj blocks it.
Sepulveda swings for the body but Yaj moves out of range.
Yaj throws a lazy head kick
enabling Sepulveda to counter with a crisp jab.
Sepulveda ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Yaj moves away.
Yaj tries to counter with a clinch but Sepulveda shakes him off and moves away.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sepulveda. Yaj does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sepulveda takes a swing at Yaj's ribcage but misses.
An inside leg kick from Yaj misses.
Yaj on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Sepulveda. Sepulveda obviously looking to wear him down.
Yaj looks to score with a jab to the body but Sepulveda is just out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Good shot there by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda thuds a left hand into Yaj's body.
Sepulveda misses with a wild body shot.
Yaj throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Yaj throws a body shot but no joy. #T1#
Yaj tries to score with a low kick but Sepulveda moves his leg out of the way.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Yaj. #CL#
Sepulveda has taken the fight to the clinch.
Yaj lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Sepulveda or not.
Sepulveda goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Yaj lands a body shot in the clinch. #BC#
Sepulveda breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Sepulveda has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Marty Robbin's Fight Ranch™ in the buildup to the fight.
Sepulveda uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Yaj.
Yaj moves out of range of the body kick from Sepulveda.
Yaj looks to land a combination but Sepulveda avoids it well.
Sepulveda displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Yaj throws out the jab.
Sepulveda lands a slapping body shot.
Yaj pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Yaj misses with an uppercut.
Sepulveda is looking to wear down Yaj with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Yaj thows a leg kick but Sepulveda checks it
and Sepulveda connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T2#
Yaj connects with an inside leg kick.
Nice cross by Sepulveda.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sepulveda lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Yaj circles away quickly and effectively.#CL#
Sepulveda fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Yaj, pushing him back against the cage.#BC#
Sepulveda breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Yaj throws a big shot that misses.
Yaj is looking to chop away at Sepulveda's legs. #CL#
Sepulveda has managed to clinch.
Yaj lands an uppercut.
Sepulveda working aggressively here.
Sepulveda tries to work over Yaj's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Yaj lands an elbow inside.
Sepulveda tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Yaj trying to land knees to the body.
Yaj lands a left hand. #T3#
Sepulveda has a couple of punches blocked by Yaj.
Sepulveda lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Sepulveda misses with the head strike.
Sepulveda makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Sepulveda misses with a hook from the clinch.
Yaj throws a knee to the head but misses. #BC#
Sepulveda breaks from the clinch.
Sepulveda connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Yaj's hands.
Yaj misses with a looping right.
Sepulveda appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Sepulveda throws a wild body kick that Yaj sees coming a mile off.
Nice defenses there by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda tests Yaj's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Yaj takes one on the button.
Good shot there by Sepulveda.#T4#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Yaj misses with a kick to the body.
Eon Yaj is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Yaj avoids a kick to the body.
Sepulveda lands a jab to the head.
Sepulveda works Yaj's body with a nice hook.
Sepulveda is looking to clinch but Yaj is avoiding it.
Yaj misses with a series of wild punches.
Sepulveda appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Sepulveda throws a leg kick that is checked
and Yaj counters with a straight right hand.
Sepulveda fails to land with a series of punches.
A head kick misses from Sepulveda.
A low kick from Yaj misses
and Yaj takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Yaj takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Yaj misses with a leg kick. #CL#
Sepulveda moves into the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alejandro Sepulveda dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Yaj looks to throw a body kick
and Yaj takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #TD#
Sepulveda shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Sepulveda in particular looking to stall.
Yaj is controlling Sepulveda's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Sepulveda seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sepulveda is pressing down on Yaj's thigh, looking to free his foot. Yaj is holding on for now. #SUB#
Sepulveda is trying to work for a kimura but Yaj is defending well. #T1##SUB#
Sepulveda is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Yaj is looking to control Sepulveda's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Yaj avoid being mounted?
Sepulveda is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Yaj can do to turn this around?#SUB#
Sepulveda is looking for submissions but instead, Yaj has regained full guard.
Sepulveda tries to free his leg and advance position but Yaj is retaining full guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Yaj is on top in guard. #REVB##T2#
Sepulveda wants to control the position but Yaj says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Sepulveda tries to roll over but Yaj keeps him under control.
Sepulveda gets full guard.
Yaj wants to control from the top but Sepulveda keeps moving. #SUB#
Sepulveda working for a triangle but Yaj defends it easily.
Sepulveda can't keep his opponent in guard - Yaj advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB#
Sepulveda actively working from the bottom here.#T3##SUB#
Sepulveda actively working from the bottom here.
Sepulveda is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Sepulveda is not content to let Yaj control the position.
Sepulveda wants to control but Yaj is keeping busy.
Yaj working over Sepulveda with some ground and pound. Sepulveda looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Sepulveda trying to control here.
Sepulveda moves into full guard.
Yaj missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Yaj won't allow Sepulveda to sweep him here.
Yaj lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Sepulveda can't keep his opponent in guard - Yaj advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Sepulveda is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Sepulveda is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Yaj pulls his head out easily.
Sepulveda is not content to let Yaj control the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alejandro Sepulveda dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
A swing and a miss from Yaj.
Sepulveda works Yaj's body with a nice hook.
Yaj takes one to the chin there.
Yaj takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Yaj avoids the body shot from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromYaj.
Yaj moves out of range of the leg kick from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda cracks Yaj with a right hand to the side of the head.
Yaj fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Yaj throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sepulveda stuns Yaj with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Sepulveda with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Sepulveda uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Yaj.
Sepulveda keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sepulveda throws a head kick that misses. #T1#
Sepulveda throws an overhand right that lands on Yaj's shoulder, as Yaj tries to avoid the shot.
Yaj misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Sepulveda counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A jab from Sepulveda misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Yaj! But no joy.
Sepulveda misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Yaj.
Sepulveda moves out of range as Yaj throws a body kick.
A counter left hand to the body from Sepulveda misses its target.
Sepulveda bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Yaj's head backwards.
Sepulveda misses with a body kick.
Yaj replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Sepulveda blocks it well.
A chopping leg kick lands by Sepulveda.
Yaj cracks Sepulveda with a good jab.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Sepulveda is defended easily by Yaj.
Yaj feints a counter leg kick.
Sepulveda takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Eon Yaj has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Yaj throws a body shot but no joy.
Jab, jab by Sepulveda - just one landing.
Yaj avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Yaj pivots, looking for a leg kick but Sepulveda is out of range and Yaj settles back down.
Yaj scores with a nice body kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL2#
Yaj closes the distance and clinches.
Sepulveda lands with a short shot to the head.
Sepulveda lands a body shot.
Yaj blocking some punches.
Yaj's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Sepulveda avoiding damage as Yaj throws knees to the body.
Yaj stops a takedown attempt from Sepulveda. #T3#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Yaj.
Yaj missing with knees to the body.
Sepulveda misses with a short punch on the inside.
Sepulveda misses with the head strike.
Yaj lands a body punch.
Sepulveda misses with a hook from the clinch.
Yaj is defending well against a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Alejandro Sepulveda. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Yaj scores with a knee to the head.
Yaj blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Knees to the body from Yaj.
Yaj lands a hook to the side of the head.
A short body shot lands from Sepulveda as the two fighters clinch.
Sepulveda gets through Yaj's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Yaj blocks a body shot from Sepulveda.
Yaj throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Sepulveda is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Yaj is defending well.#T4##BC#
Sepulveda's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Sepulveda throws a solid leg kick but Yaj takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Sepulveda.
Sepulveda cracks the inside of Yaj's front leg.
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!
Yaj uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sepulveda.
Yaj doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Sepulveda is defended easily by Yaj.
Yaj feints a counter leg kick.
Alejandro Sepulveda is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Some wild striking there from Sepulveda.
Yaj misses with a body shot.
As Yaj looks to move away, Sepulveda throws a big counter combo but Yaj just gets out of the way.
Yaj swings for the body but Sepulveda moves out of range.
Sepulveda tries to clinch but Yaj moves away
and Yaj counters with a left to the body.
Yaj jabbing away but nothing is landing.
It looked like Sepulveda was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Yaj.

And that's the end of the fight!
Alejandro Sepulveda showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Sepulveda 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 Anthony Taglia scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 30:27
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alejandro Sepulveda!

A relieved looking Alejandro Sepulveda thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

 

Event: TWGC 24 (135lbs, D1): Finals - Round 2     
Date:   Jan 30, 2019

Coming up we have a bantamweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between The Steel Penn (ranked 2618 p4p, 0 weight class) and Alejandro Sepulveda (ranked 1490 p4p, 148 weight class). Sepulveda is bouncing up and down as he enters the arena, backed by Lady Gaga - Alejandro. I don't know about you partner, but I'm pumped for this one!




155 cm
38 yrs
143 lbs



159 cm
33 yrs
145 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 6 losses; The Steel Penn! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Alejandro Sepulveda!
The judges for this bout are Andrew Berry, Colin Fotheringham and Richard Clark.


The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Steel Penn looks for a takedown but Sepulveda sprawls well.

Steel Penn tries to keep at a distance but Sepulveda has taken the fight into the clinch.

Sepulveda jumps into guard, dragging Steel Penn to the mat.
Sepulveda trying to keep a closed guard but Steel Penn is proving a slippery customer.

Sepulveda is looking for a triangle but Steel Penn pushes his legs off easily.
Steel Penn pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sepulveda is keeping the position for now.
Sepulveda seems keen to control Steel Penn's posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steel Penn pushing down on Sepulveda's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.

Steel Penn is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
We've been hearing good reports from Steel Penn'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.
Sepulveda trying to control but Steel Penn postures up.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Sepulveda tries to roll over but Steel Penn keeps him under control.

Steel Penn is looking for a kimura but Sepulveda is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Steel Penn to get the leverage.
Steel Penn looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.

Steel Penn is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Sepulveda trying to control here.
Steel Penn is looking to take a break and control but Sepulveda is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Steel Penn is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Sepulveda!
Score +3 for passing guard: Steel Penn (3) vs (0) Sepulveda

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn trying to control but Sepulveda is having none of it.
Sepulveda keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Sepulveda tries to hold on but Steel Penn pushes him away.
Sepulveda prevents Steel Penn from taking his back.
Sepulveda is desperately trying to get back to half guard.

Steel Penn has hold of Sepulveda's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Sepulveda manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Steel Penn fails to take his opponent's back.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Steel Penn is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Sepulveda to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Sepulveda shrugs it off.
Steel Penn wants to take his opponent's back but instead Sepulveda manages to regain half guard.
Sepulveda regains full guard. Nicely done.

Sepulveda throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Sepulveda looking to control.
Steel Penn trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.

Sepulveda throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Steel Penn escapes and throws Sepulveda's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Steel Penn (6) vs (0) Sepulveda

Steel Penn is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Sepulveda has escaped the position, nice work there.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Sepulveda can't do much from the bottom here.
Sepulveda is looking to reverse the position.

Steel Penn tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Sepulveda prevents Steel Penn from improving position.
Sepulveda is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Steel Penn is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Score +2 for reaching mount: Steel Penn (8) vs (0) Sepulveda
Sepulveda really trying hard to get back to half guard here.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Sepulveda slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Steel Penn trying to mount his opponent but Sepulveda defends it.
Sepulveda wants to get back to full guard.
Sepulveda wants to get back to full guard but Steel Penn has mounted him!
Score +3 for passing guard: Steel Penn (11) vs (0) Sepulveda
Sepulveda is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Sepulveda felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Steel Penn looking to control but Sepulveda is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Steel Penn works his way to his opponent's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Steel Penn (14) vs (0) Sepulveda

Steel Penn working for a choke but Sepulveda reverses nicely into Steel Penn 's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Steel Penn (14) vs (2) Sepulveda
Sepulveda wants to control from the top but Steel Penn keeps moving.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn seems keen to control Sepulveda's posture.
Sepulveda passes into half guard.

Sepulveda is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Steel Penn sees it coming and defends easily.
Steel Penn tries to get to full guard but Sepulveda has control of the leg.

Sepulveda seems to be working for a kimura but Steel Penn defends the submission attempt.

Sepulveda is working for a kimura but Steel Penn is defending it quite comfortably.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Steel Penn keeping full guard, as Sepulveda tries to pass.
Steel Penn wants to sweep but no luck.
Steel Penn is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Steel Penn manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Sepulveda manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Steel Penn (16) vs (2) Sepulveda

Sepulveda had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Steel Penn defends it easily.
Sepulveda wants to sweep here but Steel Penn controlling him for the moment.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Sepulveda trying to control the position.
Sepulveda looking for a sweep. Not yet Sepulveda, not yet.
Steel Penn trying to control but Sepulveda is working from the bottom.
Steel Penn tries to free his leg and advance position but Sepulveda is retaining full guard.
Sepulveda controls Steel Penn momentarily but Steel Penn frees himself.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Sepulveda being controlled here, momentarily.
Sepulveda 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.
Sepulveda controls Steel Penn momentarily but Steel Penn frees himself.
Steel Penn tries to free his leg and advance position but Sepulveda is retaining full guard.
Sepulveda wants to control but Steel Penn passes easily into half guard.
Steel Penn wants to free his trapped foot but Sepulveda is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Sepulveda trying to hold on to Steel Penn's head to control him but Steel Penn postures up.

That's ten minutes gone in the round.

Steel Penn is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.

Sepulveda is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Steel Penn pulls his head out easily.

Sepulveda actively working from the bottom here.
Steel Penn is looking to take a break and control but Sepulveda is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.

Steel Penn is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Sepulveda doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Steel Penn.
Sepulveda gets full guard.
Steel Penn trying to control the position from guard on top but Sepulveda is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

Sepulveda looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Steel Penn content to stall in guard here.
Steel Penn works a leg free and moves into half guard.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.

Steel Penn wants to work for an arm triangle but Sepulveda is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Sepulveda is looking for a sweep. Steel Penn is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Steel Penn wants to pass to mount but Sepulveda is defending the position.
Sepulveda is trying to control but Steel Penn passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Steel Penn (19) vs (2) Sepulveda
Sepulveda regains half guard.

Sepulveda looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Sepulveda is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Sepulveda trying to control from the bottom.
Steel Penn is trying to control. Sepulveda wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.

Steel Penn is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Sepulveda defends it well.

Steel Penn is working for a kimura but Sepulveda is defending it quite comfortably.
Sepulveda is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Steel Penn's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Steel Penn's back!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Steel Penn (19) vs (6) Sepulveda

Steel Penn showing good submission defense here.
I really don't envy Steel Penn right now.

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn trying to control but not successfully.
Steel Penn is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Sepulveda is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.

Steel Penn defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Sepulveda's arms.
Sepulveda controls the action.
Steel Penn turns into Sepulveda and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Steel Penn (21) vs (6) Sepulveda
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sepulveda is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.

And that's the end of the fight!
Steel Penn takes the fight on points by 21 to 6.
The Steel Penn thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: TWGC 24 (135lbs, D1): Finals - Round 1     
Date:   Jan 29, 2019

Coming up we have a bantamweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Alejandro Sepulveda (ranked 1487 p4p, 148 weight class) and Rafael Mendes (ranked 3014 p4p, 135 weight class). Sepulveda kept the crowd waiting but all that was forgotten when his ring entrance music started. The incomparable musical genius that is Lady Gaga - Alejandro. Both fighters will be looking to make this an exciting fight for the fans, I'm sure!




159 cm
33 yrs
145 lbs



175 cm
26 yrs
143 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Alejandro Sepulveda! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 3 losses; Rafael Mendes!
The judges for this bout are Colin Fotheringham, Richard Clark and Donald Grub.


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

The fight moves into the clinch position.
Sepulveda is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Mendes pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Mendes prevents the takedown attempt.

Sepulveda works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Sepulveda (2) vs (0) Mendes
Sepulveda passes Mendes's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Sepulveda is looking to stall here but Mendes recovers full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sepulveda stopping the sweep attempt from Mendes.
Mendes being controlled here, momentarily.
Mendes has his hands on Sepulveda's head, controlling the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sepulveda forces his way into half guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Sepulveda is looking for submissions but instead, Mendes has regained full guard.
Sepulveda 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.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mendes keeping moving, preventing Sepulveda from controlling successfully.
Sepulveda stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Mendes swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Sepulveda trying to control but Mendes is working from the bottom.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Mendes keeping full guard, as Sepulveda tries to pass.
Sepulveda looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Sepulveda passes Mendes's left leg - he's now in half guard.

Sepulveda is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Mendes sees it coming and defends easily.
Sepulveda sitting and controlling from the half guard.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Mendes trying to control here.
Sepulveda trying to control the action but Mendes is working from the bottom.

Sepulveda wants to work for an arm triangle but Mendes is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Mendes works his way to full guard. Good work.
Sepulveda trying to control but Mendes is working from the bottom.
Sepulveda sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Mendes's guard.
Sepulveda tries to pass to full mount but Mendes defends it.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Sepulveda is trying to control the action in half guard but Mendes is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Sepulveda content to control rather than advance.
Sepulveda is looking to take a break and control but Mendes is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Sepulveda is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Mendes is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.

Sepulveda seems to be working for a kimura but Mendes defends the submission attempt.
Mendes is staying active underneath Sepulveda, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Sepulveda is looking to advance position but Mendes won't allow it.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Sepulveda seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Sepulveda working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Mendes's thigh. Mendes counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Sepulveda postures up.
Sepulveda wants to control from the top but Mendes keeps moving.
Mendes is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Sepulveda trying to control the position from guard on top but Mendes is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sepulveda stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Mendes swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Mendes being controlled here, momentarily.
Sepulveda slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Score +3 for passing guard: Sepulveda (5) vs (0) Mendes
We've been hearing good reports from Sepulveda'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.
Mendes can't do much from the bottom here.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
A bit of a lull in the action here.

Sepulveda working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.

Sepulveda tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Mendes is looking to regain half guard here but Sepulveda keeps moving and retains side control.
Mendes felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Sepulveda tries to move into full mount but can't pass Mendes's legs.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Sepulveda content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Sepulveda looking to control but instead Mendes has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.

Sepulveda is looking for a kimura but Mendes is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Sepulveda to get the leverage.
Mendes is looking to improve his position.
Sepulveda trying to control from half guard but Mendes is working away.
Mendes is trying to control but can't.
Sepulveda wants to take a breather but Mendes is having none of it.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Mendes is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Sepulveda trying to control the action but Mendes is working from the bottom.

Sepulveda is working for an americana but Mendes has been sneaky and has managed to get back to half guard, whilst Sepulveda was thinking about the submission.
Mendes has his hands on Sepulveda's head, controlling the position.
Sepulveda controlling from the top position.
Sepulveda postures up.

That's ten minutes gone in the round.

Sepulveda drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Mendes manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Sepulveda has Mendes in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sepulveda (5) vs (2) Mendes
Mendes controls from within his opponent's guard.

Mendes got a little sloppy there for a moment and Sepulveda has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Mendes has managed to get both his arms back between Sepulveda's legs - danger averted.
Mendes stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Sepulveda swivels though and keeps the full guard.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Mendes stays in close to Sepulveda's body and controls the position.
Mendes stopping the sweep attempt from Sepulveda.

Sepulveda looking for a guillotine here but Mendes defends easily.

Sepulveda escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Mendes gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Mendes passes into half guard.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Sepulveda is pressing down on Mendes's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Sepulveda has control of Mendes's left arm, preventing Mendes from doing any damage.
Mendes tries to free his leg and advance position but Sepulveda is retaining full guard.
Mendes passes into half guard.
Sepulveda tries to get to full guard but Mendes has control of the leg.
Sepulveda trying to control but Mendes postures up.
Sepulveda wants to get back to full guard.

Sepulveda is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Mendes pulls his head out easily.

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Sepulveda trying to control from the bottom.
Sepulveda wants to control but Mendes passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Sepulveda (5) vs (5) Mendes
Sepulveda manages to get back to half guard.
Sepulveda is looking for a sweep. Mendes is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Mendes slows the pace down in half guard.
Sepulveda is trying to maintain the position but Mendes is very close to passing his half guard.
Mendes trying to pass the guard but Sepulveda defending well.

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Sepulveda tries to roll over but Mendes keeps him under control.
Sepulveda slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Sepulveda might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.

Sepulveda is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Mendes sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sepulveda has control of Mendes's left arm, preventing Mendes from doing any damage.

And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points, we go to a tie breaker and Sepulveda gets a bonus point for attempting more subs.
Sepulveda takes the fight on points by 6 to 5.
A very excited looking Alejandro Sepulveda 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: TWGC 24 (135lbs, D1): Helsinki Qualifier - Round 1     
Date:   Jan 20, 2019

Coming up we have a bantamweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Gustavo Santos (ranked 1631 p4p, 0 weight class) and Alejandro Sepulveda (ranked 1456 p4p, 142 weight class). Sepulveda comes into a darkened arena with his song building. Lady Gaga - Alejandro kicks in, the lights come on and the crowd goes wild! What a showman! Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.




175 cm
36 yrs
137 lbs



159 cm
33 yrs
145 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 5 losses; Gustavo Santos! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Alejandro Sepulveda!
The judges for this bout are Roosa Järviläinen, Johanna Lukiainen and Anni Minnemäki.


The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.

Santos closes the distance and pushes Sepulveda back into the cage.
Sepulveda can't get the takedown.
Santos drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Sepulveda is looking to take this one to the mat.

Santos has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Sepulveda is trying to keep an underhook but Santos manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Santos (2) vs (0) Sepulveda
Sepulveda regains full guard. Nicely done.

Santos avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Santos trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Santos controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.

Sepulveda has an active guard here but Santos has managed to pass into half guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Santos tries to pass to full mount but Sepulveda defends it.
Santos is looking to take a break and control but Sepulveda is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Sepulveda has his hands clasped together around Santos's back. He's all about the action.
Santos wants to take a breather but Sepulveda is having none of it.
Sepulveda trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Santos manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Santos (5) vs (0) Sepulveda
Santos is trying to take his opponent's back.
Santos is working hard here to advance position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Santos takes Sepulveda's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Sepulveda is in trouble.
Score +3 for taking back: Santos (8) vs (0) Sepulveda
Santos is trying to stick to Sepulveda's back but Sepulveda is turning into Santos. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Santos's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Sepulveda.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Santos (8) vs (2) Sepulveda
Santos keeping full guard, as Sepulveda tries to pass.
Sepulveda has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Marty Robbin's Fight Ranch™. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Sepulveda trying to control the position from guard on top but Santos is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Santos is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Santos working a defensive guard here.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Santos looking for a sweep. Not yet Santos, not yet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sepulveda is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Sepulveda stopping the sweep attempt from Santos.
Sepulveda wants to control from the top but Santos keeps moving.
Santos looking for a sweep. Not yet Santos, not yet.
Santos keeping full guard, as Sepulveda tries to pass.
Santos keeping moving, preventing Sepulveda from controlling successfully.
Santos is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Santos (10) vs (2) Sepulveda

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Sepulveda is pressing down on Santos's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Santos controls from within his opponent's guard.
Santos stopping the sweep attempt from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda has control of Santos's left arm, preventing Santos from doing any damage.
Sepulveda is trying to keep Santos in close.
Santos is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Sepulveda seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.

That's five minutes gone in the round.

Santos has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Sepulveda to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Santos is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Sepulveda pulls down on the head and he's put Santos to sleep! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Alejandro Sepulveda!
A victorious Alejandro Sepulveda thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

 

Event: Batoru FC 6     
Date:   Dec 29, 2018
#R1#
Angliese scores with a nice head shot.
We've been informed that Sepulveda 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.
Angliese misses with a telegraphed body shot #CL2#
and Sepulveda holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
A short right from Sepulveda.
Angliese is trying to push Sepulveda away but Sepulveda has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Sepulveda struggles to land a body shot inside as Angliese controls his hands.
Angliese wants to get back to striking at distance but Sepulveda won't allow it.
Sepulveda lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Sepulveda can't find room to land a body shot as Angliese controls the action.
Angliese wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Sepulveda has him pressed against the cage.
Angliese wants to break the clinch but can't.
Sepulveda tries to work over Angliese's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Sepulveda struggles to land a body shot inside as Angliese controls his hands.
Angliese prevents a body shot from Sepulveda. #BC2#
Sepulveda's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Angliese missing with a left hand there. Sepulveda was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Sepulveda appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Angliese throws a right and a left that both miss.
Angliese throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Sepulveda let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Sepulveda pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Sepulveda tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Sepulveda moves in looking to clinch but Angliese pushes him off.
Angliese stalks Sepulveda and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Sepulveda's face. Sepulveda staggers backwards, shaken.#T1#
Sepulveda throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Angliese appears to be looking for a big counter.
Sepulveda uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Angliese has time to react.
Sepulveda digs a good body shot into Angliese's ribs.
Angliese throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sepulveda sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Angliese lands a nice hook to Sepulveda's body. Sepulveda takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Sepulveda with a hook.
Sepulveda scores with a jab. Angliese acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Angliese fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Sepulveda has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Sepulveda misses with a takedown attempt
and Sepulveda takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Angliese walks into a jab.
Sepulveda on the wrong end of a nice jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sepulveda wants to clinch but Angliese slips to the side
and Angliese counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CL2#
Sepulveda has closed the distance and engaged Angliese in a clinch. #BC#
Angliese's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Sepulveda tries to land a front kick but Angliese steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Angliese is looking to counter punch.#T2#
Nice jab there from Sepulveda.
Angliese moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Sepulveda is looking to clinch but Angliese is avoiding it.
Angliese lands the left hand.
Angliese moves out of range of the body kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Sepulveda.
Angliese connects with the punch.
Angliese takes a swing at Sepulveda's ribcage but misses.
Sepulveda comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Sepulveda tries to clinch but Angliese is having none of it.
Angliese connects with a high kick.
Sepulveda uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Angliese.
Angliese throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sepulveda sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Sepulveda stuns Angliese with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#TD2#
Sepulveda looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#ES#
Angliese manages to escape and get back to his feet! #T3#
Angliese swings for the body but Sepulveda moves out of range.
A little jabbing left from Sepulveda on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Sepulveda defending well as Angliese loads up on a big left hand.
Sepulveda ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Angliese moves away.
Sepulveda fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Angliese manages to avoid it.
Angliese leaves Sepulveda with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Sepulveda drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Sepulveda misses with a looping right.
Angliese throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Angliese punishes Sepulveda's body with a nice straight punch.
Sepulveda looks to throw the jab but Angliese is out of range.
Sepulveda lands a body shot. #T4#
Angliese tries to bum rush Sepulveda with a series of wild strikes but Sepulveda uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
It looks like Angliese has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Sepulveda fails with the takedown
and Angliese counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Bo Angliese has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alejandro Sepulveda.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Angliese cracks Sepulveda with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Angliese throws a leg kick which misses Sepulveda's front leg but catches the back leg as Sepulveda tries to avoid it.
Sepulveda bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Angliese's head.
Bo Angliese is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Angliese misses with a hook. Sepulveda ducked under it nicely.
Angliese takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Angliese is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Sepulveda misses with a lunging right hand
and Angliese counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Angliese is looking to score with low kicks.
Angliese rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Sepulveda moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sepulveda takes a swing at Angliese's ribcage but misses.
Angliese lands the left hand.
Sepulveda ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Sepulveda misses with a looping right.
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 Bo Angliese will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Angliese takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Sepulveda connects with a leg kick. Angliese looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Sepulveda pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Sepulveda uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Angliese.
Angliese connects with a good right hand that stumbles Sepulveda. Sepulveda circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sepulveda. Angliese does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sepulveda looks for the body kick but Angliese saw that one coming.
Sepulveda swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Angliese takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Sepulveda looks to score with a jab to the body but Angliese is just out of range.
Angliese was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Angliese throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Sepulveda blocks a jab.
Sepulveda connects with a jab.
Angliese swings widly with a right hand
and Sepulveda counters with a right hand to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sepulveda misses with a wild body shot.
Sepulveda is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Angliese rather than just go for the knockout.#T1#
Sepulveda fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
No joy there for Sepulveda, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Sepulveda keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Angliese.
Sepulveda lands with a thumping leg kick.
Angliese lands a jab to the nose.
Angliese scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Angliese moves out of range of the body kick.
Sepulveda tries to clinch there but Angliese circles away.
Angliese circles away from the clinch attempt.
Angliese throws a counter high kick but Sepulveda was just alert enough to avoid it.
Angliese ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Sepulveda connects with a crisp jab.
Angliese throws a leg kick but Sepulveda moved away.
Angliese lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Sepulveda throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Angliese's head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Angliese misses with a looping left.
Bo Angliese is winning the standup battle so far.#T2#
A head kick misses from Sepulveda.
Angliese looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
A low kick from Sepulveda is predictable there
enabling Angliese to counter with a crisp jab.
Sepulveda scores with a head kick. Angliese tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Sepulveda pushes Angliese away with a front kick.
Sepulveda takes a swing at Angliese's ribcage but misses.
Angliese went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Sepulveda slips under a jab from Angliese.
Sepulveda connects with a leg kick. Angliese looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Sepulveda pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Angliese is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Sepulveda takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Angliese blocks a head kick by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda lands a leg kick that knocks Angliese off balance momentarily.
Nice shot by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Angliese counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #T3#
Angliese throws a right and a left that Sepulveda avoids nicely.
Sepulveda looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Angliese throws a big shot that misses.
Sepulveda appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
A combination from Sepulveda does no damage.
Angliese ducks under a wild hook from Sepulveda.
Left hook, right uppercut from Angliese.
Sepulveda throws a shot to the body.
Sepulveda scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Angliese misses with the body kick
and Sepulveda counters with a straight right hand.
Crunch! Sepulveda slams his shin into Angliese's torso.
Sepulveda misses with a lunging right hand
and Angliese counters with a right hand to the body.
Angliese walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sepulveda throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
An attempted straight right counter from Angliese misses the target.
A left lands for Sepulveda.
A slow jab from Angliese misses its intended target. #T4#
Angliese connects with a looping right hand.
Sepulveda moves away from the strike by Angliese.
Angliese checks the leg kick nicely there.
Angliese fails to land with a series of punches.
Sepulveda lands a really nice looking cross but Angliese seems unphased.
Sepulveda paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Sepulveda lands a front kick.
Sepulveda cracks Angliese with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Sepulveda misses with a wild body shot.
Angliese went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Angliese throws a right and a left that both miss.
Sepulveda keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sepulveda misses with a body punch
and Angliese connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Sepulveda ducks right into an uppercut from Angliese.
Sepulveda chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Angliese can pounce on him.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alejandro Sepulveda showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Angliese takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Angliese lands with a shot to the body.
Angliese on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Angliese throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Sepulveda scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Sepulveda ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Angliese moves away.
Angliese throwing a counter right hand but Sepulveda manages to avoid it.
Angliese wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Sepulveda is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Sepulveda throws a body shot but no joy.
An attempted straight right counter from Angliese misses the target.
Sepulveda slips a straight right by Angliese.
Sepulveda is looking to clinch but Angliese is avoiding it.
Sepulveda stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Angliese.
A low kick from Sepulveda misses
and Angliese counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Angliese throws a jab but it's blocked by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Angliese jabs at Sepulveda's body.#T1#
Angliese clobbers Sepulveda with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Angliese takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Angliese on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Nice shot lands for Sepulveda.
Sepulveda throws a nice outside leg kick.
Angliese moves into range and connects with a jab.
Angliese on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Good exchange - Angliese coming out on top.
Sepulveda throws a looping overhand right but Angliese ducks down to avoid it.
Angliese takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sepulveda closes the distance and clinches up with Angliese, looking for a takedown. Sepulveda pushes Angliese against the cage but Angliese circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Angliese is looking for a counter combo.
Sepulveda takes a swing at Angliese's ribcage but misses.
Angliese lands a glancing blow to the side of Sepulveda's head.#T2#
Sepulveda tries to move into range but Angliese moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Sepulveda throws a right and a left that Angliese avoids nicely.
As Sepulveda looks to move away, Angliese throws a big counter combo but Sepulveda just gets out of the way.
Sepulveda tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Sepulveda misses with an attempted mid kick.
Sepulveda misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Angliese counters with a three punch combo that has Sepulveda backing up. Sepulveda nods at Angliese to acknowledge the strikes.
Sepulveda lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
A swing and a miss from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda slips a straight right by Angliese.
Sepulveda moves out of range of the strikes.
Sepulveda is looking to clinch but Angliese is avoiding it.
It looked like Angliese was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Sepulveda dips to his left and cracks Angliese with an uppercut!
Angliese throws a right and a left that both miss.
A nice side step and Sepulveda releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Angliese rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Sepulveda makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Sepulveda on the wrong end of a nice jab.#T3#
A jab from Sepulveda misses.
Sepulveda is looking to chop away at Angliese's legs.
Angliese cracks Sepulveda with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Sepulveda tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Angliese was well out of range. Poor timing from Sepulveda.
Angliese was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Sepulveda has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Angliese on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Angliese throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Sepulveda misses with a wild body shot.
Sepulveda lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Crunch! Angliese slams his shin into Sepulveda's torso.#TD2#
Sepulveda shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Sepulveda is just content to waste time from the top position. Angliese takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard. #T4#
Sepulveda pushes down on Angliese's leg and manages to get into half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sepulveda looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Angliese is not content to let Sepulveda control the position.#SUB2#
Sepulveda is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Sepulveda is just content to waste time from the top position. Angliese takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Alejandro Sepulveda.
I think Sepulveda 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 Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 28:29
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 29:29
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Alejandro Sepulveda!

A very excited looking Alejandro Sepulveda made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
In defeat, Bo Angliese stepped up to the mic, saying 'This can't be real. All of you are on steroids! Yeah I said it, EVERYONE IS ON STEROIDS!!!'.

 

Event: Batoru FC 3     
Date:   Nov 24, 2018
#R1#
Cassidy misses with a leg kick.
Sepulveda jabs at Cassidy's body.
Lachlan Cassidy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Cassidy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda throws a head kick that half lands.
Cassidy connects with a looping right hand.
Nice body kick there by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Sepulveda lands a nice leg kick that just misses Cassidy's sensitive parts.
Cassidy looks to land a left hand but Sepulveda moved out of range nicely.
Sepulveda just misses with a punch to the body.
Sepulveda pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.#CL#
Sepulveda clinches up against the cage.
Sepulveda struggles to land a body shot inside as Cassidy controls his hands.
Sepulveda wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Cassidy has him pressed against the cage.
Sepulveda wants to take the fight to the mat but Cassidy manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Sepulveda tries to circle away but Cassidy has him pinned against the cage.
Sepulveda tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Cassidy.
Cassidy lands an uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Cassidy misses with the head strike.
Cassidy is looking to break free of the clinch but Sepulveda has double underhooks.
Sepulveda has a couple of punches blocked by Cassidy. #T1#
Sepulveda jumps guard but Cassidy stands there with Sepulveda around his waist. Sepulveda gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Cassidy blocks an uppercut.
Sepulveda tries to pull guard but Cassidy forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Alejandro Sepulveda. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Cassidy lands a right hand.
Sepulveda tries a body shot but Cassidy blocks it.
Cassidy prevents a body shot from Sepulveda.
Cassidy throws a punch but it's blocked by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda blocks a body shot from Cassidy.
Sepulveda lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Cassidy backwards.
Good body shot from Cassidy.
Sepulveda tries to work over Cassidy's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC#
Sepulveda pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
No joy there for Cassidy, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Cassidy throws a leg kick
and Sepulveda cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Sepulveda swings for the body but Cassidy moves out of range.
Cassidy steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Sepulveda.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Sepulveda is defended easily by Cassidy.
A slow jab from Sepulveda misses its intended target. #T2#
Sepulveda ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Cassidy moves away.
Cassidy pivots, looking for a leg kick but Sepulveda is out of range and Cassidy settles back down.
Cassidy tries to clinch there but Sepulveda circles away.
Cassidy takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL#
Sepulveda has taken the fight to the clinch.
Sepulveda jumps guard but Cassidy turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Cassidy.
Sepulveda jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Cassidy walks away with a smile on his face. Sepulveda gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Decent striking displayed by Cassidy there.
Cassidy takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Cassidy misses with a double jab.
Horrible takedown attempt by Sepulveda or perhaps it was just good defense by Cassidy, which made it look bad.
Cassidy moves into range and connects with a jab.
Sepulveda misses with an uppercut. Cassidy saw that one coming.
Nice defenses there by Sepulveda.
Cassidy blocks a leg kick.
Sepulveda throws a body kick that digs right into the meat. #T3#
Cassidy ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Sepulveda lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Cassidy takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Sepulveda uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Cassidy.
Sepulveda takes a swing at Cassidy's ribcage but misses.
Cassidy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda misses the shot to the body.
Cassidy misses the shot to the body.
Cassidy misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Sepulveda just misses with a punch to the body.
Sepulveda looks to land a left hand but Cassidy moved out of range nicely.
A little jabbing left from Cassidy on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Cassidy slips a jab from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Cassidy tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Sepulveda manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Cassidy fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Sepulveda is out of range.
Cassidy slaps away a takedown attempt from Sepulveda, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Cassidy avoids the head kick by Sepulveda. #T4##TD2#
Cassidy changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Sepulveda looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sepulveda is looking for a sweep.
Sepulveda is working hard here to advance position.
Sepulveda wants to control but Cassidy postures up.
Sepulveda is looking for a sweep.
Cassidy is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Sepulveda will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Cassidy trying to control the action but Sepulveda is working from the bottom.
Sepulveda tries to improve position but can't.
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 Alejandro Sepulveda will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Cassidy closes the distance and clinches up with Sepulveda, looking for a takedown. Cassidy pushes Sepulveda against the cage but Sepulveda circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Sepulveda fires out a quick counter leg kick but Cassidy just manages to avoid it.
Cassidy closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Alejandro Sepulveda is winning the standup battle so far.
Cassidy misses the shot to the body. #TD#
Sepulveda closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #SUB#
Sepulveda is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Cassidy knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Cassidy is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Sepulveda's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Cassidy holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sepulveda is pressing down on Cassidy's thigh, looking to free his foot. Cassidy is holding on for now. #SUB#
Sepulveda is working for a submission of some sort. #T1##SUB#
Cassidy is defending against the submission attempts here by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda trying to control from half guard but Cassidy is working away.
Sepulveda tries to pass the half guard into mount. Cassidy knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB#
Sepulveda is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Cassidy is just riding it out for now. Sepulveda eventually gives up the hold.
Sepulveda trying to pass the guard but Cassidy defending well. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Cassidy keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Cassidy is staying active underneath Sepulveda, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T3#
Cassidy avoids the body shot from Sepulveda. #CL2#
Cassidy pushes Sepulveda up against the cage in a clinch.#BC2#
Cassidy manages to break the clinch.
Cassidy takes a shot right to the bread basket.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sepulveda. Cassidy does a little dance to reset his feet.
Both fighters circling a little - Sepulveda finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Cassidy bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Cassidy cracks Sepulveda with an open hand slap.
Sepulveda connects with a looping right hand.
Sepulveda fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Cassidy manages to avoid it.
Cassidy throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#TD#
and Sepulveda counters with a takedown into side control.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Cassidy prevents Sepulveda from improving position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Sepulveda looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T4#
Sepulveda taking a breather here. #SUB#
Sepulveda is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Cassidy has escaped the position, nice work there.
Cassidy being controlled for a moment.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Cassidy is not content to let Sepulveda control the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alejandro Sepulveda dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R3#
Cassidy swings for the body but Sepulveda moves out of range.
Crunch! Sepulveda slams his shin into Cassidy's torso.
Sepulveda misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Cassidy.
Cassidy slips a jab and a cross from Sepulveda.
Cassidy throws a counter combo.#CL#
Sepulveda closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Sepulveda lands a nice uppercut.
Cassidy tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Sepulveda's elbow.
Sepulveda goes for a takedown in the clinch but Cassidy prevents it.
Stalling in the clinch from Cassidy.
A nice left hand lands by Cassidy.
Sepulveda misses with a hook to the ribs.
Sepulveda tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sepulveda swings wildly with an uppercut but Cassidy uses good head movement to avoid it.
Alejandro Sepulveda has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Sepulveda takes a shot to the head.
Sepulveda goes for a takedown attempt but Cassidy pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Sepulveda is looking to wear down Cassidy with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Cassidy digs a good body shot into Sepulveda's ribs.
Sepulveda is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Cassidy can do to turn this around?#T1#
Cassidy keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Alejandro Sepulveda. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A cross from Cassidy lands.
Cassidy throws a low kick but it's checked well by Sepulveda.
Cassidy tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Sepulveda defends well and Cassidy ends up having to push Sepulveda into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Sepulveda tries to clinch up.
Cassidy tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Sepulveda manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Sepulveda moves into the clinch.#BC2#
Cassidy breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Cassidy scores with a one two! Sepulveda had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. #CL2#
Cassidy rushes Sepulveda and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Sepulveda can't find room to land a body shot as Cassidy controls the action.
Sepulveda has a couple of punches blocked by Cassidy.
Sepulveda is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. #BC2#
Cassidy pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T2##CL#
Sepulveda has managed to clinch.
Sepulveda is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Cassidy is keeping busy.
Cassidy lands with a short head shot on the inside.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sepulveda tries to work over Cassidy's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Sepulveda wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Cassidy has him pressed against the cage.
Cassidy misses with the head strike.
Sepulveda is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Cassidy pulls him back up using the underhooks. #BC2#
Cassidy breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Sepulveda fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Cassidy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Cassidy tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sepulveda was well out of range. Poor timing from Cassidy.
A big left from Cassidy misses.
Sepulveda misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Cassidy.
Sepulveda just misses with a punch to the body.
Cassidy keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Cassidy throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T3#
The fighters circle momentarily. Cassidy darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Cassidy shoots in for a takedown but Sepulveda shows good takedown defense.
Sepulveda tries to clinch up but Cassidy circles away and keeps his distance.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Cassidy! But no joy.
Sepulveda fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Cassidy manages to avoid it.
Cassidy looks like he wants to counter punch here.#CL#
Sepulveda clinches up with Cassidy and pushes him back against the cage.
Cassidy wants to break the clinch but can't.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Cassidy fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Cassidy prevents a takedown attempt there.
Sepulveda tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Sepulveda. #TD#
Sepulveda has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Cassidy regains guard immediately.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Sepulveda looking to pass the guard.
Cassidy keeping moving, preventing Sepulveda from controlling successfully. #T4##SUB#
Sepulveda has gone for a leg lock! Cassidy slips out almost immediately though and dives into Sepulveda's guard.#REVB#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Cassidy is stalling in the full guard.
Sepulveda is trying to control the position but Cassidy postures up.
Cassidy pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sepulveda is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Sepulveda looking for a triangle here. Cassidy is fighting it but it looks tight! Sepulveda pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Cassidy is tapping out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Alejandro Sepulveda!
Alejandro Sepulveda thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: DUEL#185 Wrexham vs Khan     
Date:   Oct 13, 2018
#R1#
Huchkov on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Sepulveda stuffs the takedown attempt from Huchkov. Huchkov gets slowly back to his feet.
Sepulveda looking to land some kicks to the body here.
An attempted straight right counter from Huchkov misses the target.
Sepulveda lands with a nice body punch.
Huchkov uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Danga de danga de dang - Sepulveda scores with a four punch combination!#CUT2#
It looks like Matel Huchkov has been cut.
Huchkov catches Sepulveda with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Huchkov definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Huchkov throws out a powerful jab.
Huchkov tests Sepulveda's chin there with a solid looking 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!
Sepulveda ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Huchkov gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#CL#
Huchkov moves into the clinch successfully.
Huchkov wants to break free but Sepulveda has control.
Sepulveda throws a head punch that misses.
Huchkov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Sepulveda or not.
Sepulveda throws a head punch that misses.
A right hand to the body from Sepulveda. #BC2#
Sepulveda breaks from the clinch.
Huchkov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Sepulveda. #T1#
Huchkov looks to throw the jab but Sepulveda is out of range.
Huchkov scores with a decent looking hook.#CL2#
Sepulveda rushes Huchkov and presses him up against the cage.
Huchkov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Sepulveda misses with a shot to the kidneys. #TD#
Huchkov jumps into guard, dragging Sepulveda to the mat.
Sepulveda wants to control from the top but Huchkov keeps moving.
Sepulveda won't allow Huchkov to get back to his feet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sepulveda stays in close to Huchkov's body and controls the position.
Sepulveda wants to control from the top but Huchkov keeps moving.
Huchkov wants to stand and escape but Sepulveda is having none of it.
Huchkov wants to sweep but no luck. #T2#
Sepulveda pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Huchkov is keeping the position for now.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD2#
Sepulveda shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Sepulveda is looking for a kimura here. #SUB2#
Sepulveda seems to be working for a kimura but Huchkov defends the submission attempt.
Sepulveda moves into full mount! Huchkov won't be happy about that!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Huchkov wants to hold on but Sepulveda pushes him away.#T3#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Sepulveda looking to control but Huchkov is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #SUB2#
Huchkov defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Sepulveda.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sepulveda looking to control and managing it successfully.
Sepulveda trying to control but he's not successful this time. #SUB2#
Sepulveda looking for a guillotine from mount but Huchkov is having none of it.
Huchkov tries to hold on but Sepulveda pushes him away.
Sepulveda wants to take Huchkov's back but he can't do it this time.
Sepulveda sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T4#
Sepulveda looking to control but Huchkov is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Huchkov is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Sepulveda can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Huchkov is looking to escape.
Huchkov wants to hold on but Sepulveda pushes him away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alejandro Sepulveda dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Matel Huchkov's cut.
That's time! Huchkov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2##CL2#
Sepulveda darts in and clinches Huchkov up against the cage.
Sepulveda taking a breather. #BC#
Huchkov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Sepulveda fails with the takedown.
Huchkov appears to be looking for a big counter.
Huchkov throws a jab when Sepulveda was well out of range.
Sepulveda throws a nice inside leg kick.
Huchkov scores with a three punch combo!
Huchkov has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Huchkov there as he acknowledges the shot.
Huchkov slips under a jab.
Huchkov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Sepulveda avoids it really well and circles away.
Huchkov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Sepulveda throws out a counter right but Huchkov avoids it with no problem.
Sepulveda circles away from the clinch attempt. #CL#
Huchkov drives through and clinches with Sepulveda against the cage.
Huchkov misses with a hook from the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Huchkov working aggressively here.
Huchkov blocks a body shot from Sepulveda.
Huchkov throws a punch but it's blocked by Sepulveda. #T1#
Sepulveda changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Huchkov fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Huchkov tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Huchkov works over Sepulveda's head and body with a nice combination.
Sepulveda ducks under a wild hook from Huchkov.
Huchkov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Sepulveda.#ROC#
Sepulveda is rocked!
Huchkov circles and sees the opportunity to plant his feet and throw a really nice straight left hand that drops Sepulveda to the canvas! Sepulveda doesn't know where he is but he's trying to survive - Huchkov keeps piling on the pressure and forces the referee to step in! This one is aaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:24 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Matel Huchkov!
Matel Huchkov decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

 

Event: Royal Fighting Championship 2     
Date:   Aug 29, 2018
#R1#
Van Gaal with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Sepulveda to score with a decent uppercut.
Sepulveda on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Van Gaal throws a big shot that misses.
And Sepulveda responds with a good body kick, but Van Gaal manages to step out the way in time.
Sepulveda uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Van Gaal.
Sepulveda moves into range and connects with a jab.
A solid leg kick lands there for Van Gaal.
Sepulveda bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Van Gaal's head backwards.
Van Gaal connects with a nice looking jab.
Sepulveda throws out a loose jab but Van Gaal uses good head movement to avoid it.
Alejandro Sepulveda seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Van Gaal throws a leg kick but Sepulveda sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Sepulveda looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Sepulveda avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A shot to the liver by Sepulveda. Beautiful body shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sepulveda fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Van Gaal looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Sepulveda closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Sepulveda closes this distance looking for a takedown but Van Gaal circles away.#T1#
Sepulveda tries to clinch up.
As Sepulveda looks to move away, Van Gaal throws a big counter combo but Sepulveda just gets out of the way.#TD2#
Sepulveda bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#SUB2#
Sepulveda is trying to get an arm triangle but Van Gaal is defending well.
Van Gaal is not content to let Sepulveda control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Van Gaal is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Sepulveda asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Sepulveda is looking to take a break and control but Van Gaal is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Sepulveda is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Van Gaal is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T2#
Van Gaal prevents Sepulveda from moving into mount.
Van Gaal is trying to improve his position.#SUB2#
Sepulveda is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Van Gaal is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Van Gaal is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Van Gaal is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Sepulveda is controlling him well.#T3#
Sepulveda staying calm.
Sepulveda is looking to take a break and control but Van Gaal is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Sepulveda is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Van Gaal has escaped the position, nice work there.
Sepulveda tries to move into full mount but can't pass Van Gaal's legs.
Van Gaal is not content to let Sepulveda control the position. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Van Gaal is looking to regain half guard here but Sepulveda keeps moving and retains side control.
Van Gaal prevents Sepulveda from moving into mount. #SUB2#
Sepulveda is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Van Gaal knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sepulveda trying to control the action but Van Gaal is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Alejandro Sepulveda will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Sepulveda gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Sepulveda looks to land a right hand but Van Gaal moved out of range.
Van Gaal was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Van Gaal connects with a body shot that sends Sepulveda's belly button to the back.
Van Gaal takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Sepulveda with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Van Gaal throws a sloppy head kick and Sepulveda moves out of range easily.
Van Gaal scores with a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sepulveda throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Van Gaal steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sepulveda.
Van Gaal walks into a jab.
Van Gaal sizes up Sepulveda with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #T1#
Jab from Van Gaal.
Sepulveda looks to clinch
and Van Gaal counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
No joy there for Van Gaal, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Van Gaal tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Sepulveda counters with a stiff right hand.
Sepulveda uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Van Gaal.
Van Gaal misses with a hook. Sepulveda ducked under it nicely.
Sepulveda swings for the body but Van Gaal moves out of range.
Sepulveda getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Sepulveda slips under a jab from Van Gaal.
Van Gaal swats away the attempt to clinch by Sepulveda.
A bone on bone clash there as Sepulveda blocks the leg kick. #T2#
Van Gaal thows a left - swing and a miss!
Sepulveda tries a quick counter leg kick but Van Gaal is wise to it.
Sepulveda scores with a jab to the body.
Sepulveda misses with a looping right.
Van Gaal throws a body punch but Sepulveda moves out of range.
Van Gaal keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sepulveda goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Cholo Van Gaal is winning the standup battle so far.
Sepulveda misses with a wild body shot.
Cholo Van Gaal is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Sepulveda takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Sepulveda tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Van Gaal misses with a right hand
and Sepulveda finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Sepulveda throws a hook to the side of Van Gaal's head but Van Gaal sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
An attempted straight right counter from Van Gaal misses the target.
Van Gaal throws a looping overhand right but Sepulveda ducks down to avoid it.
Sepulveda avoids the head kick by Van Gaal. #T3#
Van Gaal pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Van Gaal bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Van Gaal keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Sepulveda misses with an uppercut.
Sepulveda lands a head shot.
Van Gaal punishes Sepulveda's body with a nice straight punch.
Sepulveda connects with a good right hand that stumbles Van Gaal. Van Gaal circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Van Gaal slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Sepulveda fails in his attempt to clinch.
Sepulveda tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Sepulveda lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Sepulveda delivers a nice body kick.
Sepulveda has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.#T4#
Van Gaal lands a leg kick that knocks Sepulveda off balance momentarily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sepulveda connects with the punch.
Sepulveda lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Sepulveda lands a right hook to the body.
Sepulveda scores with a sloppy right hand. Van Gaal should have avoided that one.
Van Gaal misses with a shot to the body #CL2#
and Sepulveda moves into the clinch.
Van Gaal softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Van Gaal.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Sepulveda.
A short right from Sepulveda on the inside.
Sepulveda has a couple of punches blocked by Van Gaal.
Van Gaal prevents a body shot from Sepulveda.
Van Gaal misses with a punch on the inside.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Sepulveda. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Van Gaal working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Sepulveda working aggressively here.
Sepulveda lands a body shot in the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Alejandro Sepulveda will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R3#
Sepulveda jabs Van Gaal right on the nose. Van Gaal blinks but takes it well.
Van Gaal misses with an uppercut
and Sepulveda counters with a nice kick to the body.
Sepulveda cracks a nice hook into Van Gaal's ribs.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Sepulveda.
Van Gaal tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
Sepulveda trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Sepulveda is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Van Gaal has given up his back here. Will Sepulveda look for the submission or keep pounding away? #T1#
Sepulveda doesn't have the hooks in and Van Gaal manages to turn into his guard.
Sepulveda is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Van Gaal tries to stand but Sepulveda is controlling from the bottom.
Sepulveda looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Van Gaal puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Sepulveda is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Sepulveda is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Van Gaal pulls his head out easily.
Sepulveda manages to get to full guard.
Sepulveda has a closed guard, preventing Van Gaal from standing up. #T2##SUB2#
Sepulveda looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Van Gaal passes into side control.
Van Gaal gets to mount! Sepulveda was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Van Gaal manages to capitalize on a mistake by Sepulveda to take his back!
Sepulveda is trying to break free.
Van Gaal has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Sepulveda's body. #T3#
Sepulveda tries to escape the position.
What can Sepulveda do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Sepulveda is really stuck here.
Good control from Van Gaal.
Sepulveda is in bad spot here.
Sepulveda trying to control but not successfully. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Sepulveda is in bad spot here.
Sepulveda trying to control the hands but Van Gaal breaks the grip.
I really don't envy Sepulveda right now.
Sepulveda trying to control the position but Van Gaal manages to sink in the hooks.
Sepulveda is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Van Gaal is staying active.
Van Gaal has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Sepulveda's body.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Van Gaal not allowing Sepulveda to control his hands.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Cholo Van Gaal clearly takes that round.
That's time! Van Gaal's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R4#
Sepulveda looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Van Gaal is looking to counter the offense by Sepulveda and move into the clinch.
Sepulveda throws a head kick that Van Gaal semi-blocks. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Sepulveda tries to work over Van Gaal's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Van Gaal displaying some good clinch control by pressing Sepulveda up against the cage.
Sepulveda blocks an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sepulveda.
A short uppercut from Van Gaal.
Sepulveda goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Van Gaal wants to stall.
Van Gaal fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Sepulveda scores with a nice hook to the head.#T1#
Van Gaal working aggressively here.
Van Gaal blocking some punches.
Sepulveda swings away with an uppercut that misses.
I was talking to Van Gaal's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Van Gaal misses with a hook from the clinch.
Sepulveda misses with a hook to the ribs.
Van Gaal tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Van Gaal digs a right hand underneath Sepulveda's ribcage. Sepulveda let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Alejandro Sepulveda seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Sepulveda has Van Gaal pressed against the cage.
Sepulveda swings wildly with an uppercut but Van Gaal uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sepulveda lands a left hand that snaps the head of Van Gaal backwards.
A right hook to the body lands for Van Gaal.
Sepulveda has a couple of punches blocked by Van Gaal.
Van Gaal lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Van Gaal tries to work over Sepulveda's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Van Gaal lands an uppercut.
Sepulveda blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short right from Van Gaal.
A short uppercut from Sepulveda. #T2#
Van Gaal tries a body shot but Sepulveda blocks it.
A right hand to the body from Sepulveda.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A head punch blocked on the inside by Van Gaal.
Van Gaal tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Sepulveda misses with a hook to the ribs.
Van Gaal swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Van Gaal can't find room to land a body shot as Sepulveda controls the action.
Sepulveda tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Van Gaal's elbow.
Sepulveda has a couple of punches blocked by Van Gaal.
Van Gaal misses with some punches.
Van Gaal tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Van Gaal takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Van Gaal working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Sepulveda.
Van Gaal tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A shot in the inside from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda misses with a short punch on the inside.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Sepulveda creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Sepulveda's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#T3#
Sepulveda tries to throw a body punch but Van Gaal avoids it by throwing Sepulveda back against the cage.
Van Gaal lands a right hand.
Van Gaal slows down the pace here.
A head punch on the inside from Van Gaal fails to land.
Nice body punch from Van Gaal - that landed with a thud.
Van Gaal blocks an uppercut.
Van Gaal working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A short right from Van Gaal on the inside.
Sepulveda misses with the head strike.
Van Gaal misses with the head strike.
Van Gaal stalls.
Sepulveda blocks a body shot from Van Gaal.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Van Gaal as Sepulveda tries to tie him up.
Van Gaal scores with a nice hook to the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Sepulveda. #T4#
Van Gaal lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Sepulveda or not.
Van Gaal lands a body punch in the clinch.
Sepulveda softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Van Gaal misses with a hook from the clinch.
Sepulveda lands a left hand that snaps the head of Van Gaal backwards.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A short left from Van Gaal.
Sepulveda blocking some punches.
Sepulveda misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Sepulveda misses with a punch on the inside.
Sepulveda fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Sepulveda lands a hook to the side of the head.
Van Gaal lands a hook that snaps the head of Sepulveda backwards.
A right hook to the body lands for Van Gaal.
Sepulveda is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Van Gaal.
Sepulveda misses with a short punch on the inside.
Sepulveda working aggressively here.
Van Gaal throws a punch but it's blocked by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda misses with a body punch.
Van Gaal pushes Sepulveda back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Van Gaal makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Cholo Van Gaal had his way with Alejandro Sepulveda in 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. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R5#
Van Gaal throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sepulveda scores with a hook to the body. Van Gaal takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Danga de danga de dang - Sepulveda scores with a four punch combination!
Sepulveda goes for a double leg but Van Gaal avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Van Gaal continues to drive forward.
Sepulveda misses with a hook
letting Van Gaal counter with a right hand.
Sepulveda fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
A head kick misses from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sepulveda connects with a leg kick. Van Gaal looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Van Gaal throws a jab when Sepulveda was well out of range.
Van Gaal feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Sepulvedas jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Van Gaal swings away with a body shot that misses
and Sepulveda counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T1#
Van Gaal throws a leg kick that misses.
Sepulveda fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Nice uppercut lands for Van Gaal. That snapped Sepulveda's head back.
Van Gaal tries to clinch up but Sepulveda circles away and keeps his distance.
Van Gaal misses with a hook.
Van Gaal throws a shot from downtown. Sepulveda moves away and avoids it.
Sepulveda looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Nice uppercut lands for Sepulveda. That snapped Van Gaal's head back.
Sepulveda misses the jab.
It looked like Van Gaal was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Sepulveda.
Van Gaal catches Sepulveda with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Van Gaal with a nice cross.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Sepulveda.#T2#
Jab by Van Gaal.#ROC#
Sepulveda is rocked!
Sepulveda throws a quick inside leg kick.
A slow jab from Van Gaal misses its intended target.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Sepulveda.
Van Gaal misses with a looping right.#TD2#
Sepulveda shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#ES#
Van Gaal manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Sepulveda lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Van Gaal walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Sepulveda checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. #T3#
Van Gaal lands with an uppercut that bounces Sepulveda off the cage and back into range.
Van Gaal steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Sepulveda is still on wobbly legs! Can Van Gaal finish him?
Sepulveda takes one on the button.
A slow jab from Van Gaal misses its intended target.
Van Gaal with a hook.
Van Gaal ducks right into an uppercut from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda connects with a body shot.
Van Gaal is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Sepulveda blocks a low kick nicely.
Van Gaal throws a hook but Sepulveda blocks it.
Sepulveda misses with a looping left.
Van Gaal seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Van Gaal throws an off balance right hand
and Sepulveda counters with a right hand to the body.
Sepulveda scores with a nice body kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sepulveda moves away from the strike by Van Gaal. #T4#
Sepulveda pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Van Gaal scores with a hook.
Sepulveda looks to score with a jab to the body but Van Gaal is just out of range.
Van Gaal moves out of range of the body kick.
Sepulveda connects with a single shot there.
Sepulveda tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Van Gaal paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Sepulveda misses with the combination.
It looked like Van Gaal wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Sepulveda drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Van Gaal connects with a leg kick. Sepulveda looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Sepulveda displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Van Gaal throws out the jab.
Despite the aggression on Sepulveda's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Van Gaal has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Van Gaal lunges at Sepulveda with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Sepulveda's hand.
Van Gaal pounces like a tiger and cracks Sepulveda with a vicious hook! Sepulveda is down but not out! Van Gaal follows up with more strikes forcing the ref to jump in and stop it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 5, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Cholo Van Gaal!
Cholo Van Gaal is the new lightweight champion!
An out of breath Cholo Van Gaal thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: EFL 10 - Claremont v Rob     
Date:   Jun 30, 2018
#R1#
A jab lands there for Taake.
Sepulveda takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#KD2#
Sepulveda feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Taake sprawling to the canvas! Taake rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Sepulveda finish him?! #ROC2#
Taake is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sepulveda moves out of range of the body kick.
Oh Taake is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Taake moves away from the strike by Sepulveda.
Taake seems to have got his legs back now.
A punch lands to the side of Sepulveda 's head but he takes it in his stride.
A jab from Sepulveda misses.
Sepulveda throws a sloppy head kick and Taake moves out of range easily.
Taake jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Taake throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sepulveda pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Taake throws a jab but it's blocked by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Taake's head.
Sepulveda throws a nasty head kick that just misses. He throws another kick to the head of his opponent and almost takes it off! Taake crumples to the floor and the fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Alejandro Sepulveda!
A determined Alejandro Sepulveda didn't want to dwell on this fight in his post fight interview. Instead he was more keen to state he wants a title shot. Let's see if he gets it!

 

Event: K-1 22 Tellegio vs Delaney     
Date:   Jun 02, 2018
#R1#
Sepulveda works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Corn takes a swing at Sepulveda's ribcage but misses.
Sepulveda scores with a nice head shot.
Corn swings for the body but Sepulveda moves out of range.
Sepulveda swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Jimmy Corn seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Corn takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sepulveda. Corn does a little dance to reset his feet.
An attempted straight right counter from Corn misses the target.
Corn misses the shot to the body.
Corn waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Sepulveda.
Corn lunges at Sepulveda with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Sepulveda's hand.
A shot to the liver by Sepulveda. Beautiful body shot.
Corn slips under a jab from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Corn tries to work over Sepulveda's front leg with a kick but Sepulveda checks it.
Corn moves out of range as Sepulveda strikes.
Corn seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Corn tries to clinch but Sepulveda is having none of it.
Sepulveda scores with a jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Corn moves to clinch but Sepulveda breaks away
enabling Sepulveda to counter with a crisp jab.
Corn lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Corn looking to land some kicks to the body here. #T1#
Sepulveda circles away from the clinch attempt
and Sepulveda counters with a nice uppercut.
Sepulveda throws a leg kick but Corn moved away.
And Corn counters with a quick kick to the body but Sepulveda blocks it.
Sepulveda throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Sepulveda gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Corn throws a jab but it's blocked by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Sepulveda circles away from the clinch attempt
and Sepulveda counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A big left from Corn misses.
Sepulveda ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Corn moves away.
Corn drops his hands momentarily and Sepulveda takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Sepulveda ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A solid leg kick lands there for Corn.
Sepulveda has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Corn misses with a hook. Sepulveda ducked under it nicely.
Corn works the jab nicely.#T2#
Corn scores with a jab to the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Sepulveda works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Corn missing with a left hand there. Sepulveda was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
An inside leg kick lands from Corn.
Corn fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sepulveda manages to avoid it.
Sepulveda 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.
Corn ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Good exchange - Sepulveda coming out on top.
Corn throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Sepulveda looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Sepulveda misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Corn ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Corn lands a jab-cross combination.
Corn finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Sepulveda appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Sepulveda is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Corn had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Corn keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Sepulveda throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Sepulveda swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Corn throws a body kick that misses
and Sepulveda counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Corn looks to land a left hand but Sepulveda moved out of range nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Alejandro Sepulveda will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Sepulveda cracks Corn with an open hand slap.
Corn missing with a left hand there. Sepulveda was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Corn throws a lazy right hand but Sepulveda sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Sepulveda moves out of range of the strikes.
Corn throws a hook but Sepulveda avoids it easily.
Corn fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sepulveda manages to avoid it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sepulveda. Corn does a little dance to reset his feet.
Corn throws a quick inside leg kick.
Sepulveda moves away from the strike by Corn.
Sepulveda takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Sepulveda misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Corn counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Corn throws a chopping leg kick but Sepulveda manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Corn throws an overhand right that lands on Sepulveda's shoulder, as Sepulveda tries to avoid the shot.
Sepulveda tests Corn's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Corn connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Sepulveda momentarily.
Corn scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Corn throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T1#
Corn scores with a nice strike.
Sepulveda cracks Corn with a right hand to the side of the head.
Corn throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Corn throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Good work by Sepulveda as he checks the leg kick.
Corn throws a hook to the side of Sepulveda's head but Sepulveda sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Sepulveda falls off balance throwing a combination
letting Corn counter with a right hand.
Corn fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Sepulveda has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Corn tests Sepulveda's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Corn scores with a jab to the head.
Sepulveda takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Corn blocks a head kick by Sepulveda.
Corn uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A lazy left from Sepulveda finds it's target.
Sepulveda uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Corn.
Sepulveda swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T2#
Corn lands with a shot to the body.
A big left from Sepulveda misses.
Sepulveda throws a head kick that half lands.
Sepulveda avoids the body shot from Corn.
Corn wants to land a leg kick but Sepulveda is out of range.
Corn swings widly with a right hand
and Sepulveda counters with a stiff right hand.
Corn throws a right hand that misses
and Sepulveda counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Sepulveda throws a head kick that half lands.
Corn swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Corn tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Sepulveda paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Corn with a hook.
Sepulveda throws a head kick that half lands.
Corn misses with a wild body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sepulveda tries a head kick but it misses.
Corn throws a right and a left that both miss.
Sepulveda looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Corn bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Sepulveda connects with a right hand. Corn shakes it off.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jimmy Corn dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Sepulveda lands a head kick!
A big left from Corn misses.
Corn swings widly with a right hand
and Sepulveda counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Sepulveda scores with a shot to the body.
Corn uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Sepulveda has time to react.
Sepulveda throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Corn swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Sepulveda fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Corn is out of range.
Corn misses with a leg kick.
Sepulveda shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Corn misses with a lunging right hand
and Sepulveda counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
A big right from Corn misses.
Corn jabbing away but nothing is landing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sepulveda scores with a sloppy right hand. Corn should have avoided that one.
Corn throws a lazy right hand but Sepulveda sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Corn is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
A clash of legs there as Sepulveda blocks the low kick.#T1#
Corn tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Corn moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromSepulveda.
Corn throws a poor cross that misses
and Sepulveda counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Sepulveda takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Corn misses with an attempted mid kick.
Sepulveda tries a head kick but it misses.
Jimmy Corn is winning the standup battle so far.
Corn missing with a left hand there. Sepulveda was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Corn tries to close the distance and clinch up but Sepulveda swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Sepulveda throws a counter combo.
Corn tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Sepulveda ducks under a wild hook from Corn.
Corn swings widly with a right hand
and Sepulveda cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Corn throws a big shot that misses.
Corn throws a lazy right hand but Sepulveda sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Sepulveda appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Corn attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Corn misses with a head kick.
Corn throws a big shot that misses.
Sepulveda uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Corn.
Corn fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#T2#
Corn misses with a right hand
and Corn takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Corn connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
That kick from Corn tenderised Sepulveda's leg. Sepulveda is trying to keep his angry face on.
Sepulveda misses with a wild body shot.
Corn throws a body shot but no joy.
Sepulveda wants to land a leg kick but Corn is out of range.
Corn looks to score with a jab to the body but Sepulveda is just out of range.
Sepulveda misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Sepulveda lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Corn tried to score with a low kick but Sepulveda checks it.
Corn swings widly with a right hand
and Sepulveda counters with a nice uppercut.
Corn misses with a hook
and Sepulveda counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Corn misses with a straight right.
Sepulveda now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Corn misses with a jab to the body
and Sepulveda counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Corn fails with an attempt to clinch.
Corn backing away here, and Sepulveda unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Corn attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Sepulveda wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.

And that's the end of the fight!
Alejandro Sepulveda comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Sepulveda 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 Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 28:29
Judge William Gold scores the fight 29:29
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Alejandro Sepulveda!

After the fight, Alejandro Sepulveda was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

 

Event: K-1 14 Haller vs Monroe     
Date:   May 02, 2018
#R1##CL#
Ippo moves into the clinch.
A short right from Sepulveda.
A nice right hand lands inside from Ippo. #BC2#
Sepulveda pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Ippo throws an overhand right that lands on Sepulveda's shoulder, as Sepulveda tries to avoid the shot.
Sepulveda blocks a jab.
Ippo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ippo darts in trying to clinch
and Sepulveda counters with a nice uppercut.
Sepulveda connects with an inside leg kick.
Sepulveda turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Sepulveda staying out of range there.
Sepulveda lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Sepulveda walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Ippo checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Ippo lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Ippo throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Ippo uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sepulveda.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ippo cracks Sepulveda with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
A slow jab from Ippo misses its intended target. #T1#
Ippo lands a lovely overhand right.
Sepulveda throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Sepulveda scoring well with a low kick there.
Ippo tests Sepulveda's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Ippo blocks a low kick nicely.
Sepulveda throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Sepulveda looks to land a left hand but Ippo moved out of range nicely.
Ippo throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Sepulveda uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ippo.
Ippo has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Savage Dojo KT Tokyo in the buildup to the fight.
Ippo misses with a hook.
Ippo lands a lovely overhand right.
Sepulveda bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Ippo tries to clinch but Sepulveda moves away
and Sepulveda counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ippo misses with a wild combination.
Makunouchi Ippo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sepulveda thuds a left hand into Ippo's body.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A big left from Ippo misses.
Sepulveda bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Ippo throws a low kick but it's checked well by Sepulveda.
Ippo tries to clinch up but Sepulveda circles away and keeps his distance.
Sepulveda slips a jab from Ippo.
Sepulveda walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Ippo checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Ippo scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Sepulveda misses with a wild body shot.
Sepulveda moves out of range of the strikes.
Sepulveda uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ippo.
A telegraphed right hand from Ippo misses the target.
Ippo looks to throw the jab but Sepulveda is out of range.
Sepulveda throws out a counter right but Ippo avoids it with no problem.
Ippo misses with a combination
and Sepulveda counters with a three punch combo that has Ippo backing up. Ippo nods at Sepulveda to acknowledge the strikes.
Sepulveda misses with a body shot.
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 Makunouchi Ippo 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 jab lands there for Sepulveda.
A telegraphed right hand from Sepulveda misses the target.
Sepulveda moves out of range as Ippo strikes.
Ippo throws a hook but Sepulveda blocks it.
Ippo is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Sepulveda moves away from the strike by Ippo.
Sepulveda appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Ippo throws a jab but it's blocked by Sepulveda.
Ippo throws a looping overhand right but Sepulveda ducks down to avoid it.
Ippo missing with a left hand there. Sepulveda was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Sepulveda flicks out a counter leg kick but Ippo steps away.
Ippo tries to clinch up but Sepulveda circles away and keeps his distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ippo looks to land a left hand but Sepulveda moved out of range nicely.
Ippo is looking to clinch but Sepulveda is avoiding it.
Ippo throws a nice looking combination but Sepulveda bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Sepulveda lands a body shot.
Ippo throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Sepulveda.
Ippo throws a hook to the side of Sepulveda's head but Sepulveda sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T1#
Sepulveda rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Ippo moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Ippo uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sepulveda.
Ippo misses with a hook.
Sepulveda showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Ippo.
Sepulveda on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Ippo is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
A decent looking cross lands there for Sepulveda.
Ippo connects with a good right hand that stumbles Sepulveda. Sepulveda circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Ippo moves forwards but Sepulveda connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Ippo throws a big shot that misses.
A nice leg kick lands there from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda misses with a looping right.
Sepulveda takes a swing at Ippo's ribcage but misses.
As Sepulveda tries to get set, Ippo tries to push him back and clinch up but Sepulveda manages to avoid the attempt.
A big left from Ippo misses.
Sepulveda misses with an uppercut. Ippo saw that one coming.#T2#
Ippo misses with a low kick as Sepulveda jumps back.
Nice cross by Sepulveda.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ippo connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Sepulveda works over Ippo's head and body with a nice combination.
Ippo on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Sepulveda uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ippo.
Sepulveda cracks a nice hook into Ippo's ribs.
Ippo tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Sepulveda paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Ippo scores with a crisp jab that stopped Sepulveda in his tracks.
Sepulveda throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ippo scores with a nice head shot.
Ippo cracks Sepulveda with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the ropes.
Sepulveda misses with a hook. Ippo ducked under it nicely.
Ippo dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Sepulveda. That did some damage!
Sepulveda slips a straight right by Ippo.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Alejandro Sepulveda will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R3#
Ippo loads up on a big right hand but Sepulveda slips the punch.
Sepulveda doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Ippo is looking to clinch but Sepulveda is avoiding it.
Ippo lands a leg kick that knocks Sepulveda off balance momentarily.
Sepulveda keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Ippo doesn't manage to clinch there - Sepulveda circles away.
Ippo throws a jab when Sepulveda was well out of range.
Sepulveda throws a sloppy head kick and Ippo moves out of range easily.
Ippo lands a head shot.
Ippo takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Ippo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sepulveda showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Ippo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sepulveda misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Sepulveda connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Ippo throws a shot from downtown. Sepulveda moves away and avoids it.
Sepulveda just misses with a punch to the body. #T1#
Sloppy strikes from Sepulveda. Those never looked like landing.
Ippo misses with a hook.
Ippo has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
A jab from Ippo does it's job there.
A slow jab from Ippo misses its intended target.
A jab from Ippo does it's job there.
Sepulveda ducks under a wild hook from Ippo.
Good standup being displayed there by Ippo as he connects with a hook.
Sepulveda fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Ippo is out of range.
Ippo blocks a low kick nicely.
Sepulveda fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ippo manages to avoid it.
Sepulveda swinging wildly here.
Ippo slips under a jab.
Sepulveda displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ippo throws out the jab.
Sepulveda throws a fast counter high kick but Ippo manages to duck under it in time.#T2#
Ippo fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Sepulveda is out of range.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ippo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sepulveda.
Ippo misses with a right hand
and Sepulveda connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Sepulveda misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Sepulveda lands with a good body shot.
Ippo blocks a head kick by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Ippo checks the leg kick.
Alejandro Sepulveda seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Ippo throws a hook to the side of Sepulveda's head but Sepulveda sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Sepulveda misses with a wild body shot.
Ippo seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Ippo cracks Sepulveda with a right hand to the side of the head.
Sepulveda takes a swing at Ippo's ribcage but misses.
Sepulveda misses the jab.
Sepulveda misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Sepulveda moves out of range as Ippo strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Alejandro Sepulveda just about did enough to take it.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R4#
Ippo tries to close the distance and clinch but Sepulveda swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Sepulveda ducks under a wild hook from Ippo.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Sepulveda moves out of range as Ippo strikes.
The fighters circling - Ippo throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Ippo checks a leg kick nicely.
Nice uppercut there from Ippo.
Sepulveda motions for Ippo to come forward. Sepulveda throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A big right from Ippo misses.
Sepulveda tries a quick counter leg kick but Ippo is wise to it.
Sepulveda throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ippo sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Nice straight punches there by Ippo. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Ippo.
Ippo moves in looking to clinch but Sepulveda pushes him off.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ippo looks to land a right hand but Sepulveda moved out of range.
Ippo fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Sepulveda throws a head kick that misses.
Sepulveda waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ippo.
Sepulveda misses with an uppercut. Ippo saw that one coming.#T1#
Ippo misses with an uppercut. Sepulveda saw that one coming.
Sepulveda works Ippo's body with a nice hook.
Sepulveda misses with a hook.
Ippo moves in looking to clinch but Sepulveda pushes him off.
It seemed like Sepulveda was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Ippo throws a jab when Sepulveda was well out of range.
Sepulveda ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Sepulveda uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ippo.
Nice jab there from Ippo.
Sepulveda with a jab.
Sepulveda misses with a head kick.
Ippo tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Sepulveda manages to circle out of the way.
Ippo moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Ippo keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Sepulveda throws a hook but Ippo blocks it.
Ippo misses the jab.
A slow jab from Ippo misses its intended target. #T2#
Ippo dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Sepulveda. That did some damage!
Ippo is looking to score with low kicks.
Sepulveda appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Ippo misses the target.
Ippo throws a big shot that misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sepulveda on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Ippo. Ippo obviously looking to wear him down.
Sepulveda throws a body punch but Ippo moves out of range.
Sepulveda misses the jab.
Ippo misses with a low kick.
Sepulveda uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ippo.
Sepulveda misses with an uppercut.
Ippo lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Ippo tries to clinch up but Sepulveda circles away and keeps his distance.
Sepulveda doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Nice defenses there by Ippo.
Ippo tests Sepulveda's chin there with a solid looking shot.#CL#
Ippo moves into the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Makunouchi Ippo had his way with Alejandro Sepulveda in that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R5#
Sepulveda lands a leg kick that knocks Ippo off balance momentarily.
Sepulveda ducks right into an uppercut from Ippo.
Ippo misses with a hook
enabling Sepulveda to counter with a crisp jab.
Sepulveda connects with a nice looking jab.
Nice straight punches there by Sepulveda. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Sepulveda.
Sepulveda gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Sepulveda drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Ippo tries to clinch but Sepulveda moves out of range.
A little jabbing left from Sepulveda on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Ippo buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Ippo misses the jab.
Sepulveda pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Ippo looks to land a left hand but Sepulveda moved out of range nicely.
Ippo keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Sepulveda.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sepulveda looks to throw the jab but Ippo is out of range. #T1#
Ippo misses with an uppercut.
Sepulveda blocks a jab.
Sepulveda loads up on a big right hand but Ippo slips the punch.
Ippo fails in his attempt to clinch.
The fighters circling - Ippo throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Sepulveda connects with a good right hand that stumbles Ippo. Ippo circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Sepulveda has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Sepulveda wants to slow Ippo down by chopping away at his legs.
Sepulveda slips a jab from Ippo.
Sepulveda uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ippo.
Ippo takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Ippo throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sepulveda sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Ippo throws a hook to the side of Sepulveda's head but Sepulveda sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Sepulveda throws a hook but Ippo blocks it.
Ippo throws a leg kick that misses.
Sepulveda slips under a jab.#T2#
Sepulveda looks to land a left hand but Ippo moved out of range nicely.
Ippo gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Ippo keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Sepulveda throws a head kick that misses.
Sepulveda swings for the body but Ippo moves out of range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sepulveda drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Sepulveda smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Ippo blocks a low kick nicely.
Sepulveda circles away from the clinch attempt.
Sepulveda misses the shot to the body.
Sepulveda slips under a jab.
Ippo misses with a hook
and Sepulveda counters with a nice leg kick.
Ippo is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Sepulveda.
A big right from Ippo misses.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Alejandro Sepulveda.
I think Sepulveda 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 Andrew Berry scores the fight 47:48
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 47:48
Judge James Glass scores the fight 47:48

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alejandro Sepulveda!

A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Alejandro Sepulveda made sure he mentioned Red Light Coffeeshop, along with how happy he was to win his fight.

 

Event: K-1 9 Diego vs Delaney     
Date:   Apr 14, 2018
#R1#
A punch lands to the side of Sepulveda 's head but he takes it in his stride.
A jab from Sakamoto misses.
Sepulveda throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Sepulveda avoids the body shot from Sakamoto.
A head kick misses from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda misses with an uppercut. #CL2#
Sepulveda darts in and clinches Sakamoto up against the ropes.
Sakamoto misses with the head strike.
Sakamoto tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A nice right hand lands inside from Sakamoto.
Sakamoto lands a right hand that snaps the head of Sepulveda backwards.
Sepulveda tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Sakamoto's elbow.
Sakamoto misses with a punch on the inside.
Sepulveda lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Sakamoto backwards.
Sakamoto throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Sepulvedas head.
Sepulveda works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sepulveda lands a nice shot to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sakamoto.
Sepulveda goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Sakamoto keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Sepulveda's efforts to push away.
Sepulveda blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T1#
Sepulveda throws a head punch that misses.
Sepulveda is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Sakamoto misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC2#
Sepulveda breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A combination from Sepulveda does no damage.
Sepulveda works Sakamoto's body with a nice hook.
Sepulveda throws a front kick aimed at Sakamoto's knee but Sakamoto avoids it well.
Sakamoto cracks Sepulveda with a good jab.
Sakamoto throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sepulveda sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Sakamoto smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Sepulveda is looking to chop away at Sakamoto's legs.
Sepulveda misses with an uppercut #CL#
and Sakamoto moves into the clinch.
Sepulveda's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Sepulveda scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Sepulveda is looking to control Sakamoto's arms but Sakamoto gets an underhook and turns him. Now Sepulveda has his back to the ropes.
Sakamoto swings away with an uppercut that misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sepulveda throws a punch but it's blocked by Sakamoto.
Sakamoto doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #T2#
A right handed body shot lands from Sakamoto. #BC2#
Sepulveda pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Sakamoto lands with an overhand left.
Sakamoto lands a nice shot to the body.
Hiroshimo Sakamoto seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sepulveda throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Sakamoto takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Sepulveda moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
A bone on bone clash there as Sepulveda blocks the leg kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Sepulveda.
Nice straight punches there by Sepulveda. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Sepulveda.
A chopping leg kick lands by Sakamoto.
Sakamoto fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sakamoto throws a quick inside leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sakamoto. Sepulveda does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sepulveda tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sakamoto was well out of range. Poor timing from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda takes one on the chin but seems OK.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Hiroshimo Sakamoto dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Sepulveda swats away the attempt to clinch by Sakamoto.
Sepulveda scores with a jab to the body.
A low kick from Sakamoto misses
and Sepulveda counters with a good low kick that Sakamoto was not able to check.
Sakamoto throws a jab but it's blocked by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Sepulveda tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sakamoto was well out of range. Poor timing from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda misses with an uppercut. Sakamoto saw that one coming.
Sepulveda drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Sepulveda connects with a right hand. Sakamoto shakes it off.
Sakamoto is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sakamoto dodges the punch combination from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda throws out a loose jab but Sakamoto uses good head movement to avoid it.
A chopping leg kick lands by Sakamoto.
Sepulveda tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Sakamoto paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Sakamoto waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Sepulveda.#T1#
Sepulveda misses with an uppercut
and Sakamoto counters with a nice leg kick.
Sepulveda with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Sakamoto throws a lazy right hand but Sepulveda sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Sepulveda throws a leg kick that is checked
and Sakamoto counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Sakamoto uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda throws a leg kick but Sakamoto sees it coming and moves out of range.
Sepulveda avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Sakamoto lands a lovely overhand right.
Hiroshimo Sakamoto is winning the standup battle so far.
Sakamoto avoids the body shot from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A jab from Sakamoto misses.
Sakamoto smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Sakamoto slips under a jab from Sepulveda.
Sakamoto tries to clinch there but Sepulveda circles away.
Sepulveda scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Sakamoto doesn't seem bothered though. #T2#
Some bone on bone action there as Sepulveda checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Sakamoto gets cracked there but stands up to it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sepulveda lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#CUT2#
It looks like Hiroshimo Sakamoto has been cut.
Sepulveda misses with a body shot
and Sakamoto counters with a good low kick that Sepulveda was not able to check.
Sakamoto cracks Sepulveda with an open hand slap.
Nice defenses there by Sakamoto.
Sakamoto is looking to score with low kicks.
Sepulveda fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Sepulveda blocks a jab.
Sepulveda takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
The fighters circling - Sakamoto throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Sakamoto throws a hook but Sepulveda blocks it.
Sakamoto thows a left - swing and a miss!
Sepulveda thows a left - swing and a miss!
Sakamoto uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sepulveda.
Sakamoto swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Sakamoto.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Alejandro Sepulveda will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Hiroshimo Sakamoto's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
A telegraphed right hand from Sepulveda misses the target.
Sakamoto throws an off balance right hand
enabling Sepulveda to counter with a crisp jab.
Sakamoto scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Sepulveda throws an off balance right hand
and Sakamoto counters with an outside leg kick.
Sepulveda tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Sakamoto displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Sepulveda throws out the jab.
Sepulveda misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Nice straight punches there by Sakamoto. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Sakamoto.
A low kick from Sepulveda misses
and Sakamoto counters with a stiff right hand.
Sepulveda misses with a hook.
It looked like Sakamoto wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Sakamoto blocks a head kick by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Sepulveda throws a shot from downtown. Sakamoto moves away and avoids it.
Sakamoto scores with a body shot.
Sakamoto looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Sepulveda looks to throw the jab but Sakamoto is out of range. #T1#
Good shot there by Sakamoto.
Sakamoto bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Sakamoto checks a low kick from Sepulveda.
As Sepulveda tries to get set, Sakamoto tries to push him back and clinch up but Sepulveda manages to avoid the attempt.#CL#
Sakamoto drives through and clinches with Sepulveda against the ropes. #BC2#
Sepulveda breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Sepulveda moves out of range as Sakamoto strikes.
Sakamoto throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Sepulveda steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sakamoto.
Sepulveda throws a lazy right hand but Sakamoto sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Sakamoto ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Sakamoto scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Sepulveda staying out of range there.
Sepulveda tries to move into range but Sakamoto moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Sakamoto swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Sakamoto swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Sepulveda misses the shot to the body. #T2#
Sepulveda throws a low kick, looking for Sakamoto's leg but Sakamoto calmly moves out of range.
Sakamoto slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sepulveda takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
A slow jab from Sepulveda misses its intended target.
Sepulveda walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Sakamoto connects with a single shot there.
Sepulveda lands a body shot.
Sepulveda tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Sakamoto paws at him with a jab and circles away.#CL2#
Sepulveda has taken the fight to the clinch.
Sepulveda can't break the clinch. #BC2#
Sepulveda escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL#
Sepulveda gets tackled into the ropes by Sakamoto. Sakamoto maintains the clinch.
Sakamoto lands with a short shot to the head.
Sepulveda trying to stall but Sakamoto improves his position.
Sepulveda tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Sakamoto's elbow. #BC2#
Sepulveda breaks from the clinch.
Sakamoto keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.

And that's the end of the fight!
Hiroshimo Sakamoto showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Sakamoto 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 Donald Grub scores the fight 30:28
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 29:28
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Hiroshimo Sakamoto!

As Hiroshimo Sakamoto got his breath back, he grabbed the microphone and managed to blurt out the following: Still worried about my eyes tough guy?'.

 

Event: UFC 7-Gatsby vs Clattenburg     
Date:   Jan 27, 2018
#R1#
Sepulveda throws a series of strikes that have White backpedaling. #TD2#
White closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Sepulveda struggling a bit here.
White tries to move to mount but Sepulveda blocks the move with his legs.
Sepulveda sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Sepulveda is looking to control White's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Sepulveda avoid being mounted?
Sepulveda has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#SUB#
Sepulveda looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Sepulveda looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T1#
White sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Sepulveda defending well though.
Sepulveda slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Sepulveda trying to control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Sepulveda is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. White is aware though and is defending well.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Sepulveda is on top in guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Sepulveda has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing White to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Sepulveda is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - White pulls down on the head and he's put Sepulveda to sleep! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Danny White!
Danny White decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.

 

Event: UFC 6-The Horror Show     
Date:   Dec 30, 2017
#R1#
Vicious will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Sepulveda tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Vicious was well out of range. Poor timing from Sepulveda.
Vicious feints a jab promting Sepulveda to slip. Vicious then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Sepulveda slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Sepulveda blocks a jab.
Vicious ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sepulveda moves away.
Vicious tries to land a leg kick but Sepulveda saw it coming and moves away.
Sepulveda avoids a punch combination nicely.
A quick step to the side and Sepulveda tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Vicious throws a jab but it's blocked by Sepulveda.
Vicious lands a lovely overhand right.
Sic Vicious seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Vicious misses with a wild combination.
Vicious keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Vicious throws a series of punches but Sepulveda avoids them all with ease.
Sepulveda swings for the body but Vicious moves out of range.
Vicious tries to land a front kick but Sepulveda steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Vicious takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Vicious tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Sepulveda is able to avoid easily.
Vicious misses with a body kick.#T1#
Sepulveda has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Vicious finds it's way round the side to connect with Sepulveda's head.
Sepulveda avoids the body shot from Vicious .
Sepulveda was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Nice body punch from Sepulveda.
Vicious misses the shot to the body.
Vicious feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Sepulvedas jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Vicious thows a leg kick but Sepulveda checks it #TD#
and Sepulveda counters with a single leg into guard. Vicious didn't expect that.
Sepulveda is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Sepulveda passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Sepulveda wants to control but Vicious is keeping him busy.
Vicious prevents Sepulveda from moving into mount.
Vicious can't do much from the bottom here. #T2##SUB#
Sepulveda looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB#
Sepulveda tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Sepulveda has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Vicious prevents Sepulveda from improving position.
Sepulveda trying to control the action but Vicious is working from the bottom.
Vicious stops Sepulveda from passing to mount. #T3#
Sepulveda content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. #SUB#
Sepulveda is trying to get an arm triangle but Vicious is defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sepulveda controlling from side mount. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Vicious is trying to control Sepulveda's posture but Sepulveda avoids it.
Vicious is pushing Sepulveda's head away, looking to escape. Sepulveda manages to hold on to the position though.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#SUB#
Sepulveda tries for a kimura but Vicious is defending well.
Sepulveda wants to lay and pray for a moment but Vicious keeps working.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Vicious is trying to buck Sepulveda off.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Sic Vicious 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#
Vicious tried to score with a low kick but Sepulveda checks it.
Sepulveda throws a big shot that misses.
A slow jab from Sepulveda misses its intended target.
Vicious misses with a body kick.
Sepulveda slips a jab and a cross from Vicious .
Sepulveda checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Vicious tries to land a leg kick but Sepulveda saw it coming and moves away.
Vicious misses with a kick to the body.
Vicious throws an off balance right hand
and Vicious takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Vicious throws a jab when Sepulveda was well out of range.
Sic Vicious seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Vicious throws a solid leg kick but Sepulveda takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Vicious .
Vicious throws out a leg kick but Sepulveda moves out of range and Vicious only half commits.
Vicious connects with a single shot there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vicious lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Vicious is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
A punch lands to the side of Vicious 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Nice defenses there by Sepulveda.#CL#
Sepulveda has Vicious up against the cage in a clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sepulveda tries a body shot but Vicious blocks it. #T1#
Sepulveda is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. #BC#
Sepulveda escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Vicious throws a body kick that misses.
Sepulveda wants to clinch.
Vicious looks to land a left hand but Sepulveda moved out of range nicely.
Sepulveda lands a glancing blow to the side of Vicious 's head.
Vicious connects with a crisp jab.
Sepulveda throws a hook but Vicious blocks it.
Vicious catches Sepulveda with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Sepulveda looks to score with a jab to the body but Vicious is just out of range.
Vicious misses with a two punch combination.
Vicious fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Sepulveda checks it well.
Horrible takedown attempt by Sepulveda or perhaps it was just good defense by Vicious , which made it look bad. #T2#
Vicious lunges at Sepulveda with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Sepulveda's hand.
Vicious 's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Sepulveda connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Vicious scrambles back to his feet.
Vicious throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Sepulveda feinted there with a counter leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#TD#
Sepulveda shoots in and bounces Vicious off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Vicious keeping moving, preventing Sepulveda from controlling successfully.
Sepulveda pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Vicious is keeping the position for now.
Vicious 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.
Vicious really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Sepulveda. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T3#
Sepulveda wants to control from the top but Vicious keeps moving.
Vicious is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Sepulveda is pushing down on Vicious 's leg trying to pass to half guard. Vicious is fighting to maintain full guard but Sepulveda has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB#
Sepulveda is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Vicious defends it well.
Sepulveda wants to take a breather but Vicious is having none of it. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB#
Sepulveda is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Vicious is looking for a sweep. Sepulveda is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Sepulveda has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#SUB#
Sepulveda is trying to work for a kimura but Vicious is defending well.
Vicious is not content to let Sepulveda control the position.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Sic Vicious will probably get the nod - 10:9.
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#
Vicious takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Vicious is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Sepulveda.
Vicious looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Vicious looks to land a left hand but Sepulveda moved out of range nicely.
Sepulveda lands a nice leg kick that just misses Vicious 's sensitive parts.
Vicious throws a half hearted mid kick.
Vicious throws a jab but it's blocked by Sepulveda.
Vicious throws a series of punches but Sepulveda moves out of range.
Sepulveda buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
A jab from Vicious misses.
Sepulveda takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vicious misses with a hook. Sepulveda ducked under it nicely.
Vicious throws a low kick but it's checked well by Sepulveda.
Vicious throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Sepulveda cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CL#
Sepulveda moves into range and clinches up with Vicious .
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sepulveda struggles to land a body shot inside as Vicious controls his hands.
Good body shot from Sepulveda.
Vicious takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Sepulveda is working for takedown but Vicious is calmly controlling the position for now.#BC#
Sepulveda manages to break the clinch.
Sepulveda moves out of range of the strikes.
Sepulveda scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Vicious throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Vicious tried to score with a low kick but Sepulveda checks it.
Sepulveda misses with a few strikes there.
Sepulveda throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Sepulveda lands a head kick!
A lazy left from Sepulveda finds it's target.
Nice defenses there by Sepulveda.
Vicious uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sepulveda.
Vicious swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Vicious takes a swing at Sepulveda's ribcage but misses.
Vicious cracks Sepulveda with a right hand to the side of the head.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sepulveda ducks right into an uppercut from Vicious .
Nice defenses there by Sepulveda.
An attempted straight right counter from Sepulveda misses the target.
Vicious throws a wild body kick that Sepulveda sees coming a mile off.
Sepulveda throws a body shot but no joy.
Vicious misses with a looping right.
A good leg kick by Sepulveda.
Vicious looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Vicious misses with a body kick.
Sepulveda swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Vicious misses with a looping right.
Vicious swings widly with a right hand
and Sepulveda counters with an outside leg kick.
Vicious will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
A big right from Vicious misses.
Vicious tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sepulveda was well out of range. Poor timing from Vicious .
Vicious blocks a head kick by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda misses with a looping right.
Vicious waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Sepulveda.
Vicious misses with a hook.#T3##TD#
Sepulveda scores with a takedown into Vicious 's guard.
Vicious wants to sweep but no luck.
Sepulveda wants to control from the top but Vicious keeps moving.
Sepulveda is stalling in the full guard.
Sepulveda stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Vicious swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Sepulveda trying to control the position from guard on top but Vicious is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
Sepulveda tries to free his leg and advance position but Vicious is retaining full guard.
Sepulveda 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 must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Sepulveda wants to pass the guard but Vicious is keeping the position.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Sepulveda with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Sepulveda ducks under a wild hook from Vicious .
Sepulveda half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Vicious misses with a looping right.
Vicious cracks Sepulveda with a right hand to the side of the head.#TD#
Sepulveda feints and as Vicious raises his hands in defense, Sepulveda changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Sepulveda trying to control but Vicious is working from the bottom.

And that's the end of the fight!
Alejandro Sepulveda showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Vicious 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 David Schapiro scores the fight for Alejandro Sepulveda!
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight for Sic Vicious !
Judge Jonathan Paton scores the fight for Alejandro Sepulveda!

Alejandro Sepulveda wins by split decision!

Alejandro Sepulveda managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Red Light Coffeeshop, into his post fight interview.
In defeat, Sic Vicious stepped up to the mic, saying 'I'll be back motherf##kers!!'.

 

Event: UFC 5-The Grudge     
Date:   Nov 25, 2017
#R1#
Sepulveda looks to score with a jab to the body but Rothschild is just out of range.
Rothschild lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Rothschild looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Sepulveda throws a shot to the body.
The crowd cheers as Rothschild lands an impressive looking overhand right. Sepulveda doesn't seem phased though.
Sepulveda connects with a body shot.
Sepulveda takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Rothschild throws a hook but Sepulveda avoids it easily.
Rothschild looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks. #TD#
Sepulveda throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Rothschild was covering up waiting for the punch and Sepulveda finishes the takedown easily into guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rothschild keeping full guard, as Sepulveda tries to pass.
Sepulveda trying to control but Rothschild is working from the bottom. #T1#
Sepulveda's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Rothschild keeping full guard, as Sepulveda tries to pass.
Rothschild is pulling down on Sepulveda's head to control his posture.
Sepulveda trying to control but Rothschild is working from the bottom.
Rothschild can't keep his opponent in guard - Sepulveda advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Rothschild won't allow Sepulveda to pass to mount.
Sepulveda slows the pace down in half guard. #SUB#
Sepulveda seems to be working for a kimura but Rothschild defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Sepulveda is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Rothschild sees it coming and defends easily.
Sepulveda wants to take a breather but Rothschild is having none of it. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T3#
Rothschild scores with a punch to the head.
Sepulveda moves forwards but Rothschild connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Rothschild swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Rothschild with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Sepulveda to score with a decent uppercut.
Rothschild connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Sepulveda misses with a low kick.
Sepulveda takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Andy Rothschild is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nice jab there from Rothschild.
Sepulveda throws out a loose jab but Rothschild uses good head movement to avoid it.
A nice side step and Rothschild releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Nice uppercut there from Rothschild.
Sepulveda misses with a hook.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rothschild throws a lazy right hand but Sepulveda sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Rothschild bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Sepulveda's head backwards.
Rothschild smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Andy Rothschild seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sepulveda blocks a jab.
Rothschild has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.#T4#
Rothschild throws a leg kick but Sepulveda sees it coming and moves out of range.
Sepulveda scores with a body shot.
An inside leg kick from Sepulveda misses.
Sepulveda tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Rothschild misses with a low kick.
Sepulveda defending well as Rothschild loads up on a big left hand.
Sepulveda on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Rothschild delivers a nice body kick.
Sepulveda has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Rothschild.
Rothschild throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Rothschild is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Sepulveda had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Rothschild tried to score with a low kick but Sepulveda checks it.
Sepulveda keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Sepulveda attempts a counter takedown but Rothschild avoids it well and moves away.
Sepulveda digs a good hook to Rothschild's body.
Sepulveda has been working on his balance at LOD-Guts & Glory Gym, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Rothschild.
Rothschild takes a body punch but keeps moving.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Andy Rothschild dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Rothschild needs to keep his hands up - Sepulveda had a free shot at his head there.
Sepulveda dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Sepulveda moves out of range of the body kick.
Sepulveda swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Sepulveda takes a swing at Rothschild's ribcage but misses.
Rothschild lands a jab.
Sepulveda takes a swing at Rothschild's ribcage but misses.
Rothschild loads up on a big right hand but Sepulveda slips the punch.
Rothschild misses with a wild body shot.
Rothschild throws a lazy right hand but Sepulveda sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Sepulveda appears to be looking for a big counter.
Sepulveda avoids a kick to the body.
Sepulveda half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Rothschild throws a jab but it's blocked by Sepulveda.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big left from Rothschild misses.
Rothschild takes one on the chin but seems OK. #TD#
Sepulveda is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Rothschild's half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
Sepulveda seems to be looking for submissions. #T1#
Rothschild is positioning himself well to prevent Sepulveda advancing to mount. #SUB#
Sepulveda is looking for a kimura but Rothschild is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Sepulveda to get the leverage.
Rothschild is refusing to be controlled, as Sepulveda sits in half guard.
Rothschild tries to roll over but Sepulveda keeps him under control.
Rothschild gets full guard.
Rothschild has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB#
Sepulveda has gone for a leg lock! Rothschild slips out almost immediately though and dives into Sepulveda's guard.#REVB#
Sepulveda looking to control.
Sepulveda is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Sepulveda trying to keep a closed guard but Rothschild is proving a slippery customer.
Sepulveda looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rothschild is one step ahead there.
Rothschild tries to stand but Sepulveda is controlling from the bottom. #T3#
Sepulveda looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rothschild is one step ahead there.
Sepulveda pulls Rothschild in to control the position. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Rothschild fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Sepulveda is out of range.
Sepulveda cracks Rothschild with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Rothschild throws a chopping leg kick but Sepulveda manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Sepulveda slips a straight right by Rothschild.
Rothschild misses with a low kick. #T4#
Rothschild scores with a push kick.
Sepulveda misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Rothschild! But no joy.
Sepulveda ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Rothschild lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Sepulveda lunges at Rothschild with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Rothschild's hand.
Rothschild connects with a good right hand that stumbles Sepulveda. Sepulveda circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Rothschild scores with a nice body kick.
Sepulveda swings for the body but Rothschild moves out of range.
Rothschild looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Rothschild connects with the punch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rothschild throws a hook to the side of Sepulveda's head but Sepulveda sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Sepulveda swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Sepulveda shoots in for a takedown but Rothschild shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Andy Rothschild seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Rothschild misses with a body kick.
Rothschild paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Andy Rothschild 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.
#R3#
Rothschild fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sepulveda manages to avoid it.
Sepulveda avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Sepulveda steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Rothschild.
Rothschild lands a jab.
Sepulveda takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Rothschild defending well as Sepulveda loads up on a big left hand.
Danga de danga de dang - Sepulveda scores with a four punch combination!
Rothschild explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Nice jab there from Rothschild.
Rothschild listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
A slapping leg kick lands for Rothschild.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sepulveda misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rothschild.
Sepulveda shoots and misses
and Rothschild cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Rothschild scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#T1#
Rothschild fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Sepulveda on the side of the head.#ROC2#
Sepulveda is rocked!
Rothschild cracks Sepulveda with a left hook right on the temple and Sepulveda goes down! He's out! Referee! Stop the fight! Rothschild lands a few more punches before the dopey ref steps in - hopefully Sepulveda is OK!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:12 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Andy Rothschild!
Andy Rothschild is the new welterweight champion!
Our winner, Andy Rothschild, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

 

Event: MMAHelsinki - 153     
Date:   Nov 12, 2017
#R1#
Chernokov misses with a looping right.
Sepulveda moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#TD#
Chernokov shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Chernokov wants to control from the top but Sepulveda keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sepulveda looking to hit a scissor sweep but Chernokov is one step ahead there.
Sepulveda is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Chernokov is working Sepulveda over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chernokov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Sepulveda is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Chernokov is controlling him.
Sepulveda is trying to keep Chernokov in close. #T1#
Chernokov trying to control the position from guard on top but Sepulveda is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sepulveda looking to control.
Sepulveda tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Sepulveda wants to get back to his feet but Chernokov is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Sepulveda working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Chernokov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Chernokov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Chernokov throwing strikes but missing.
Sepulveda pulls Chernokov in close to prevent any damage. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Chernokov is looking to work some ground and pound but Sepulveda has wrist control.
Sepulveda working a defensive guard here. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Chernokov staying out of range there.
Chernokov swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Sepulveda ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Sepulveda throws a hook but Chernokov avoids it easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sepulveda. Chernokov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Chernokov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sepulveda.
Chernokov scores with a one two! Sepulveda had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Chernokov staying out of range there.
Sepulveda tries to grapple but his opponent circles #TD#
and Chernokov counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Chernokov is in close to Sepulveda's body, working some short punches and elbows.#T3#
Chernokov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Chernokov lands a couple of elbows.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Chernokov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Sepulveda tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Chernokov is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Chernokov postures up.
Chernokov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Chernokov throws a strike but Sepulveda rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Sepulveda stopping the sweep attempt from Chernokov.
Chernokov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Chernokov pushes down on Sepulveda's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T4#
Sepulveda is in trouble now - Chernokov has advanced to mount!
Sepulveda really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Chernokov lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Chernokov dominating with strikes here.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sepulveda tries to reverse the position but Chernokov maintains control.
Sepulveda bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Chernokov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alexei Chernokov dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Chernokov misses with an uppercut. Sepulveda saw that one coming.
Chernokov jabs at Sepulveda's body.
Sepulveda tries a head kick but it misses. #TD2#
Chernokov gets caught flat footed, as Sepulveda shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Chernokov tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Chernokov working for submissions but it's allowed Sepulveda to get to half guard.
Chernokov gets full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sepulveda stays in close to Chernokov's body and controls the position. #SUB#
Chernokov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Sepulveda doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Sepulveda manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Chernokov manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Sepulveda manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Chernokov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sepulveda can do to turn this around?#T1#
Chernokov postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Sepulveda controls Chernokov momentarily but Chernokov frees himself.
Sepulveda keeping full guard, as Chernokov tries to pass.
Chernokov postures up in Sepulveda's guard and throws a big left but Sepulveda blocks it.
Sepulveda controls Chernokov momentarily but Chernokov frees himself.
Sepulveda wants to stand and escape but Chernokov is having none of it. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Chernokov distracts Sepulveda with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#SUB2#
Sepulveda is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Sepulveda has control of Chernokov's left arm, preventing Chernokov from doing any damage.
Chernokov wants to control from the top but Sepulveda keeps moving.
Sepulveda trying to control the position.
Chernokov has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Sepulveda is adopting a defensive guard.
Chernokov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T3#
Sepulveda is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Chernokov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Sepulveda's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Chernokov connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Sepulveda scrambles back to his feet.#CL2#
Sepulveda rushes Chernokov and presses him up against the cage.#BC2#
Sepulveda breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #TD2#
Sepulveda looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Chernokov!
Chernokov stops Sepulveda from passing to mount.
Chernokov regains half guard there - taking advantage of Sepulveda's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Chernokov trying to get back to full guard but Sepulveda takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!#T4#
Chernokov looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back!#SUB2#
Chernokov is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent. #SUB2#
Chernokov is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Sepulveda tightening his grip on Chernokov, looking for the choke.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alejandro Sepulveda showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Chernokov looks to land a right hand but Sepulveda moved out of range.
A nice side step and Sepulveda releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Chernokov scores with a jab to the head.
Sepulveda is looking to clinch.
Chernokov slips under a jab from Sepulveda.
Chernokov swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Chernokov takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing. #CL#
Chernokov closes the distance and clinches.#TD#
Chernokov jumps guard.
Sepulveda trying to control but Chernokov is working from the bottom.
Chernokov seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Chernokov looking for a sweep. Not yet Chernokov, not yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Chernokov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Chernokov tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T1#
Sepulveda trying to control the position from guard on top but Chernokov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sepulveda might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Chernokov haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Sepulveda stopping the sweep attempt from Chernokov.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#CL#
Chernokov moves into the clinch.
Chernokov tries to stall but Sepulveda uses the opportunity to gain a better position. #TD2#
Sepulveda is trying to trip Chernokov. He has hold of a leg but Chernokov is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Sepulveda persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Sepulveda trying to control the position from guard on top but Chernokov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Sepulveda's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Chernokov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Sepulveda tries to free his leg and advance position but Chernokov is retaining full guard.
Chernokov wants to sweep but no luck.
Sepulveda looking to pass the guard.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Chernokov being controlled here, momentarily. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Sepulveda throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #T3#
Chernokov throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Sepulveda's waist but Sepulveda gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Chernokov off to one side. #CL2#
Sepulveda has closed the distance and engaged Chernokov in a clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Sepulveda. #TD2#
Sepulveda has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Chernokov regains guard immediately.
Sepulveda trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Chernokov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Chernokov trying to control the position.
Chernokov 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##T4#
Sepulveda has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Chernokov is working away from the top position though.
Chernokov looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Chernokov will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Sepulveda gets full guard.
Chernokov scoring with some ground and pound.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Sepulveda holds on and takes a little breather.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Chernokov distracts Sepulveda with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Chernokov throwing strikes from guard but Sepulveda blocks nicely.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Alejandro Sepulveda.
I think Sepulveda 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 Marco Blurström scores the fight 28:29
Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 28:29
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alejandro Sepulveda!

Alejandro Sepulveda took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Red Light Coffeeshop for their support in the buildup to the fight.

 

Event: MMAHelsinki - 148     
Date:   Oct 11, 2017
#R1#
Sepulveda scores with the left hand. Dall knows he should have avoided that one.
Sepulveda darts in looking for a takedown but Dall gets double underhooks and turns Sepulveda into the cage.
Dall is looking to counter with head kicks.
Sepulveda throws a head kick but Dall moves out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Dall on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Sepulveda's coach down at LOD-Guts & Glory Gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Sepulveda's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Dall needs to keep his hands up - Sepulveda had a free shot at his head there.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Dall, as that shot connected.
Sepulveda uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Dall.
Dall throws a series of punches but Sepulveda moves out of range.
Sepulveda throws a fast counter high kick but Dall manages to duck under it in time.
The crowd cheers as Dall lands an impressive looking overhand right. Sepulveda doesn't seem phased though.
Dall avoids the body shot from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda throws a looping overhand right but Dall ducks down to avoid it.
Dall feinted with a counter takedown.
Dall misses the shot to the body.
Dall tries a head kick but it misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Sepulveda! But no joy.
Sepulveda goes for a double leg but Dall avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Dall continues to drive forward.
Dall appears to be looking for a big counter.
Dall ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sepulveda moves away.
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!
Dall tries to move into range but Sepulveda moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#T1#
Sepulveda connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Dall connects with a high kick.
Alejandro Sepulveda seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dall connects with a crisp jab.
Sepulveda shoots for a takedown but Dall saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Ebyn Dall has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alejandro Sepulveda.
Dall bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Sepulveda lands a lovely overhand right.
Sepulveda avoids the body shot from Dall.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Sepulveda, right into the meat.
Sepulveda tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
We've been hearing reports that Dall has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Sepulveda takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sepulveda. Dall does a little dance to reset his feet.
Dall is looking to counter with head kicks.#TD#
Dall throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Sepulveda tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Dall is in Sepulveda's guard.#T2#
Sepulveda wants to sweep here but Dall controlling him for the moment.
Sepulveda keeping full guard, as Dall tries to pass. #SUB2#
Sepulveda is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Dall wants to pass the guard but Sepulveda is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Sepulveda working for a triangle but Dall defends it easily. #T3#
Dall has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Sepulveda is proving hard to escape from.
Sepulveda can't keep his opponent in guard - Dall advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Sepulveda wants to control but Dall is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Sepulveda won't allow Dall to pass to mount.
Sepulveda is trying to control but Dall passes into side control! #SU#
Dall decides to stand back up. #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.
Sepulveda avoids the body shot from Dall.
Dall misses with a wild body shot.
Dall avoids the head kick by Sepulveda. #TD2#
Sepulveda gets the takedown into side control.
Sepulveda is looking to take a break and control but Dall is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Sepulveda tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Sepulveda has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Dall manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Dall wants to get back to full guard but Sepulveda has mounted him!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ebyn Dall dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Sepulveda dodges the punch combination from Dall.
Sepulveda's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Dall connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Sepulveda scrambles back to his feet.
Sepulveda avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Sepulveda throws a front kick aimed at Dall's knee but Dall avoids it well.
Sepulveda tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dall was well out of range. Poor timing from Sepulveda.
Ebyn Dall is winning the standup battle so far.
Dall throws a jab but it's blocked by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda throws a jab when Dall was well out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dall lands with a thumping leg kick.
Dall ducks under a wild hook from Sepulveda.
Dall defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Sepulveda.
Dall was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Sepulveda throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Dall counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T1#
Sepulveda takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Sepulveda loads up on a big right hand but Dall slips the punch.
Dall takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Sepulveda misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda lands with a kick to the temple. Dall shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Dall misses with an uppercut. Sepulveda saw that one coming.
Sepulveda closes the distance looking to clinch
and Dall counters with a nice uppercut.
Dall avoids the body shot from Sepulveda.
Dall scores with a head kick. Sepulveda tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sepulveda wants to clinch
and Dall counters with a lovely straight right hand!#ROC#
Sepulveda is rocked!
Sepulveda has his takedown stuffed
and Dall counters with a straight right hand.
Sepulveda is still on wobbly legs! Can Dall finish him?
A decent looking cross lands there for Dall.
Sepulveda gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Dall counters with a huge left! Sepulveda is in big trouble! He's backing up but Dall isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save Sepulveda from any more damage. A dominating finish by Dall!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:27 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ebyn Dall!
During a confident post fight interview, Ebyn Dall thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: MMAHelsinki - 141     
Date:   Sep 02, 2017
#R1#
The crowd cheers as Pound lands an impressive looking overhand right. Sepulveda doesn't seem phased though.
Sepulveda really is built like a bowling ball. I wonder if he'd roll if you pushed him down a hill...
Sepulveda throws a head kick that misses.
A jab from Sepulveda misses.
Sepulveda misses with an uppercut
and Pound counters with a lovely shot to the body.
A slow jab from Pound misses its intended target.
Sepulveda feinted with a counter takedown.
Sepulveda throws a shot from downtown. Pound moves away and avoids it.
Sepulveda throws a lazy uppercut
and Pound connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Sepulveda swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A nice side step and Pound releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#TD#
Sepulveda gets a takedown into half guard.
Pound controlling the position well.
Pound is continuing to stall.
Pound tries to get to full guard but Sepulveda has control of the leg. #T1##SUB#
Sepulveda is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Pound doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Sepulveda. #SUB#
Sepulveda is trying to work for a kimura but Pound is defending well. #SUB#
Sepulveda is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pound gets full guard.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Pound seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Pound trying to keep a closed guard but Sepulveda is proving a slippery customer.
Sepulveda pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Pound is keeping the position for now.
Pound pulls Sepulveda in close to his closed guard and prevents Sepulveda from doing any damage or advancing position.
Pound looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Sepulveda wants to pass the guard but Pound is keeping the position.
Sepulveda is looking to pass into half guard but Pound pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Pound is in guard.#REVB#
Pound trying to control the position from guard on top but Sepulveda is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Pound tries to free his leg and advance position but Sepulveda is retaining full guard. #T3#
Pound advances to half guard.
Sepulveda wants to get back to full guard.
Sepulveda slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Sepulveda keeping full guard, as Pound tries to pass.
Sepulveda trying to control the position.
Sepulveda tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Sepulveda keeping moving, preventing Pound from controlling successfully.
Pound preventing the sweep. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Sepulveda is trying to control the position but Pound postures up.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Sepulveda has control of Pound's left arm, preventing Pound from doing any damage.
Pound trying to control but Sepulveda is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Sepulveda tries a head kick but it misses.
Sepulveda getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Sepulveda gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Pound cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Pound lands a slapping body shot.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sepulveda misses with an uppercut. Pound saw that one coming.
Pound is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Pound stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Pound misses with an uppercut. Sepulveda saw that one coming.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dick Pound dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Sepulveda uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Pound.
Sepulveda throws a body shot but no joy.
Sepulveda throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Pound misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sepulveda.
A counter left hand to the body from Sepulveda misses its target.#CL#
Sepulveda forces Pound back against the cage and clinches.
Sepulveda tries to pull guard but Pound forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Pound pushes Sepulveda back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Pound lands a body punch in the clinch.
Pound swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Pound prevents the takedown attempt.
A head punch on the inside from Pound fails to land.
Still in the clinch, Pound scores with a nice short uppercut.
A short left from Pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sepulveda is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Pound pulls him back up using the underhooks.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Alejandro Sepulveda. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Pound lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Pound has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#TD#
Sepulveda has clasped his hands together around Pound's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Pound tries to improve position but can't.
Pound is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Sepulveda's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Pound is looking to improve his position. #T1#
Pound keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Pound trying to control from the bottom.
Pound is trying to get back to full guard.
Sepulveda is thwarting Pound's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
Sepulveda is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Sepulveda is looking to advance position but Pound won't allow it. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Pound gets back to full guard.
Pound is controlling Sepulveda's posture.
Pound is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Pound has Sepulveda pulled in close to control his posture.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Sepulveda pushing down on Pound's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB#
Sepulveda is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB#
Sepulveda is looking for a kimura here. #T3#
Pound tries to roll over but Sepulveda keeps him under control.
Sepulveda wants to lay and pray for a moment but Pound keeps working.
Sepulveda performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Sepulveda looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Pound misses with a looping left.
Dick Pound is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#TD#
Sepulveda fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Pound to the ground. Sepulveda is now in Pound's guard.
Sepulveda wants to pass the guard but Pound is keeping the position.
Pound pulls Sepulveda in close to his closed guard and prevents Sepulveda from doing any damage or advancing position.
Alejandro Sepulveda overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T4#
Pound looking to hit a scissor sweep but Sepulveda is one step ahead there.
Sepulveda being controlled here momentarily.
Sepulveda wants to pass the guard but Pound is keeping the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pound wants to sweep but no luck.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alejandro Sepulveda dominated that second round.
That's time! Sepulveda's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3##CL#
Sepulveda closes the distance and clinches.
Sepulveda is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Pound tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A right handed body shot lands from Pound.
Sepulveda has been working on his balance at LOD-Guts & Glory Gym, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Pound.#TD#
Sepulveda is trying to trip Pound. He has hold of a leg but Pound is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Sepulveda persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Pound keeping full guard, as Sepulveda tries to pass.
Pound looking for a sweep. Not yet Pound, not yet.
Sepulveda looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pound has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Let's hope that Pound 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.#T1#
Sepulveda wants to control from the top but Pound keeps moving.
Pound looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Sepulveda controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Pound trying to keep a closed guard but Sepulveda is proving a slippery customer. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Sepulveda misses with a straight left.
Sepulveda tries to clinch but Pound moves away
letting Pound counter with a right hand.
Sepulveda shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Sepulveda pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Sepulveda throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Pound doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Sepulveda fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Pound avoids it really well and circles away.#T2#
Pound sizes up Sepulveda with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Sepulveda tries to clinch there but Pound circles away.
Sepulveda misses with a looping left.
A nice side step and Pound releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#CL#
Sepulveda clinches up with Pound and pushes him back against the cage.#TD#
Sepulveda jumps guard and drags Pound to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Pound looking to pass the guard.
Pound is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Sepulveda keeping moving, preventing Pound from controlling successfully.
Pound trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T3#
Pound advances position into side control!
Sepulveda is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB2#
Pound looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Sepulveda manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Pound wants to free his trapped foot but Sepulveda is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB2#
Pound is working for a submission of some sort. #T4#
Sepulveda tries to get to full guard but Pound has control of the leg.
Pound wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sepulveda keeps working.
Sepulveda trying to hold on to Pound's head to control him but Pound postures up.
Sepulveda is looking to improve his position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Sepulveda is defending against the submission attempts here by Pound.

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 Alejandro Sepulveda.
I think Sepulveda 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 Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 29:28
Judge Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 29:29
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 28:29

The fight is ruled a draw!

 

Event: MMAHelsinki - 136     
Date:   Aug 05, 2017
#R1#
Michaels blocks a head kick by Sepulveda.
Michaels uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sepulveda.
Michaels tries to clinch up.
Michaels misses with a straight left. #KD#
Sepulveda lands a high kick to the side of Michaels's head that stuns him and send him tumbling down to the canvas! Sepulveda dives into guard, looking to finish.#ROC#
Michaels is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Kristian Michaels has been cut.
Sepulveda slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Michaels is still in real trouble! Can Sepulveda finish him?
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sepulveda tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Michaels tries to bench press Sepulveda off him but Sepulveda keeps the position.
Sepulveda really is built like a bowling ball. I wonder if he'd roll if you pushed him down a hill...#SUB#
Sepulveda is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Michaels has escaped the position, nice work there.
Michaels seems to have recovered his senses.#SUB#
Sepulveda is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Michaels has escaped the position, nice work there.
Michaels tries to bench press Sepulveda off him but Sepulveda keeps the position. #T1#
Sepulveda controlling from side mount.
Sepulveda wants to control but Michaels is keeping him busy.
Michaels tries to bench press Sepulveda off him but Sepulveda keeps the position. #SUB#
Sepulveda tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
Sepulveda swings around for an armbar but Michaels sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Sepulveda's guard.#T2#
Sepulveda pulls Michaels in to control the position. #SUB#
Michaels got a little sloppy there for a moment and Sepulveda has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Michaels has managed to get both his arms back between Sepulveda's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Sepulveda throws his legs up looking for a submission but Michaels uses it to pass to side control.
Sepulveda manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Michaels looks like he's trying to stand up.
Michaels is controlling Sepulveda's position as best he can from this difficult position.#T3##SUB#
Sepulveda is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB#
Sepulveda seems to be working for a kimura but Michaels defends the submission attempt.
Sepulveda wants to lay and pray for a moment but Michaels keeps working. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Michaels trying to control here.
Michaels wants to improve his position but Sepulveda is controlling well.
Sepulveda tries to pass to full mount but Michaels defends it.
Sepulveda controlling the pace. #SUB#
Sepulveda seems to be looking for submissions.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sepulveda trying to control the action but Michaels is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alejandro Sepulveda dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Kristian Michaels's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Michaels displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Sepulveda throws out the jab.
Michaels steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Sepulveda.#CL#
Sepulveda fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Michaels, pushing him back against the cage.
Sepulveda has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Michaels avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Michaels lands an elbow inside.
Sepulveda is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Michaels can do to turn this around?
A head punch blocked on the inside by Sepulveda.
Michaels working aggressively here. #TD#
Sepulveda successfully pulls guard.
Michaels controls from within his opponent's guard.
Michaels must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Sepulveda is looking for a triangle here but Michaels uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Michaels working away.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sepulveda is trying to get back to half guard.#T1#
You can see the frustration on Sepulveda's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SU2#
Michaels stands up and we're back to a striking position.
Michaels fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Sepulveda is out of range.
Michaels moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Michaels lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Sepulveda misses with a wild combination.
A good leg kick by Michaels.
Nice takedown defense from Sepulveda. No joy for Michaels on that attempt.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Michaels.
An attempted straight right counter from Sepulveda misses the target.#T2#
Sepulveda throws a head kick that misses. #CL#
Sepulveda rushes Michaels and presses him up against the cage.
Michaels lands a body shot. #TD#
Sepulveda has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Michaels uses from the top position.
Sepulveda lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#ES2#
Michaels has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Sepulveda is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.#TD#
Sepulveda is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Michaels can't fight it off and eventually Sepulveda manages to take the fight to the floor. Michaels looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.#SUB#
Sepulveda postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Michaels is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Sepulveda, into his guard. #REVB#
Michaels wants to get up but he can't break Sepulveda's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Sepulveda is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Michaels engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB#
Sepulveda has an active guard here but Michaels has managed to pass into half guard.
Sepulveda is pressing down on Michaels's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Michaels trying to control the position from guard on top but Sepulveda is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Michaels preventing the sweep.
Sepulveda working a defensive guard here.
Sepulveda looking to control but Michaels passes into half guard.
Alejandro Sepulveda overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Sepulveda trying to control here.
Michaels prevents Sepulveda from improving his position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kristian Michaels showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Kristian Michaels's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R3##CL#
Sepulveda drives through and clinches with Michaels against the cage.
Sepulveda drops down looking for an ankle pick but Michaels pulls his leg out and moves away.
Michaels scores with a spinning back kick!
Sepulveda is looking to clinch but Michaels is avoiding it. #TD#
Sepulveda drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.#ES2#
Michaels uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Donk. Michaels catches Sepulveda right on the button with a cross.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sepulveda throws a body punch but Michaels moves out of range.
Sepulveda listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Michaels misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Michaels.
Michaels shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Sepulveda eats them both and turns towards Michaels to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.#T1#
Sepulveda takes one to the chin there.
Alejandro Sepulveda is winning the standup battle so far.#CL#
Sepulveda gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Sepulveda tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Michaels smiles and moves away.
Michaels fails with the takedown.
Sepulveda wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Sepulveda has been working on his balance at LOD-Guts & Glory Gym, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Michaels.
Nice uppercut lands for Michaels. That snapped Sepulveda's head back.
Sepulveda wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Sepulveda misses with a takedown attempt - Michaels sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Alejandro Sepulveda. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Michaels clinches up against the cage.
Sepulveda wants a takedown but no success here.
Sepulveda is trying to drag Michaels to the mat but Michaels just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Sepulveda tries for a takedown but Michaels manages to get underhooks.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T2#
Michaels gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Michaels lands an elbow inside that Sepulveda shrugs off.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sepulveda looking for a takedown.
Sepulveda has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Michaels avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Sepulveda tries for a takedown but Michaels manages to get underhooks.
Sepulveda dodges an elbow strike from Michaels.
Michaels throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Sepulvedas head.
Sepulveda wants a takedown but no success here.
Sepulveda tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Michaels lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Michaels lands a hook that snaps the head of Sepulveda backwards.
Michaels lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Sepulveda is trying to push Michaels away but Michaels has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Sepulveda tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Michaels smiles and moves away.
Michaels connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#T3#
Sepulveda takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Michaels pushes Sepulveda away with a front kick.
Nice uppercut lands for Michaels. That snapped Sepulveda's head back.
Michaels lands with a precision combination! Left, right, uppercut and Sepulveda falls flat on his face, eyes wide open but he's out!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:19 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Kristian Michaels!
Kristian Michaels is the new lightweight champion!
A relieved looking Kristian Michaels thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

 

Event: MMAHelsinki - 129     
Date:   Jun 26, 2017
#R1#
Beton shoots in and drives through. Sepulveda sprawls well.
An attempted straight right counter from Sepulveda misses the target.
Sepulveda has been working on his boxing with his coaches at LOD-Guts & Glory Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Sepulveda slaps away a takedown attempt from Beton, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Sepulveda throws a right hand that misses #TD2#
and Beton counters with a nice double leg into guard. #ES#
Sepulveda scrambles and gets back to his feet. #CL#
Sepulveda rushes Beton and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#TD#
Sepulveda is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Beton can't fight it off and eventually Sepulveda manages to take the fight to the floor. Beton looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sepulveda looking to pass the guard. #SU#
Sepulveda stands and steps away. Beton gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Sepulveda pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Sepulveda fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Beton manages to avoid it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sepulveda. Beton does a little dance to reset his feet.
Beton fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Alejandro Sepulveda has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jos Beton.#T1#
Sepulveda throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Sepulveda lands with a cross.
Beton fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Beton fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#TD2#
Beton scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Sepulveda is trying to control Beton's posture but Beton avoids it.
Sepulveda keeps Beton under control for a moment.
Beton is looking to take a break and control but Sepulveda is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Beton tries to advance to mount but can't. #T2##ES#
Sepulveda throws Beton to one side and escapes!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sepulveda missing with a left hand there. Beton was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Sepulveda scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Alejandro Sepulveda is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Beton tries for a takedown but Sepulveda circles away easily
and Sepulveda counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Sepulveda wants to clinch.
Decent striking displayed by Sepulveda there.
Sepulveda thuds his right hand into Beton's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#T3#
Beton looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #ROC#
Beton is rocked!
Sepulveda throws a hook but Beton blocks it.
Sepulveda throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#TD2#
Beton drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.#SUB2#
Beton is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Sepulveda has escaped the position, nice work there.
Sepulveda is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
Beton swings around for an armbar but Sepulveda sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Beton's guard.
Sepulveda has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Beton is proving hard to escape from.
Sepulveda trying to control but Beton is working from the bottom.
Beton pulls Sepulveda in close to prevent any damage. #T4#
Beton not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Sepulveda wants to control from the top but Beton keeps moving.
Beton is trying to control the position from the bottom.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Beton is on top in guard. #REVB#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Beton passes Sepulveda's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Sepulveda is looking to improve his position. #SUB2#
Beton is trying to work for a kimura but Sepulveda is defending well.
Sepulveda is trying to stand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alejandro Sepulveda dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2##CL#
Sepulveda closes the distance and clinches.
Sepulveda is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Beton can do to turn this around?
Beton has Sepulveda pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Sepulveda manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Sepulveda changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Beton fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Sepulveda fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Beton tries for a takedown but Sepulveda sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#TD2#
Beton closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Sepulveda's guard.
Beton stopping the sweep attempt from Sepulveda.
Beton advances position into side control!#SUB2#
Beton is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Sepulveda knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Beton wants to control but Sepulveda is keeping him busy.
Sepulveda really is built like a bowling ball. I wonder if he'd roll if you pushed him down a hill...#T1#
Sepulveda is trying to get back to half guard.
Sepulveda struggling a bit here.
Beton wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sepulveda keeps working.
Sepulveda is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Beton is looking to take a break and control but Sepulveda is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
You can see the frustration on Sepulveda's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Beton tries to move to mount but Sepulveda blocks the move with his legs.
Sepulveda is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Beton asserts his dominance and retains side control.#SUB2#
Beton goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Sepulveda rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Beton's guard! Nice work there by Sepulveda!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Beton trying to control the position. #SUB2#
Beton escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Sepulveda gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Beton is trying to hold Sepulveda in close to prevent damage but Sepulveda has managed to pass into half guard. #SUB#
Sepulveda is trying to work for a kimura but Beton is defending well. #SUB2#
Beton looking for submissions off his back.
Sepulveda is keen to just control but Beton is a slippery customer.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
It looks like Sepulveda is going to stand back up.
Beton regains full guard. Nicely done.
Beton bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Sepulveda's guard. #REVB#
Sepulveda is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Alejandro Sepulveda overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Beton showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Sepulveda looking to control.
Sepulveda bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Beton's guard. #REVR#
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sepulveda postures up.
Sepulveda stopping the sweep attempt from Beton.
Beton is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Sepulveda is controlling him.
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 Alejandro Sepulveda 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.
#R3#
Sepulveda tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Beton manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Beton gets tackled into the cage by Sepulveda. Sepulveda maintains the clinch.
Sepulveda tries for a takedown. No joy.
Sepulveda is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Beton gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Beton wants to take the fight to the mat but Sepulveda manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Sepulveda jumps guard but Beton stands there with Sepulveda around his waist. Sepulveda gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Alejandro Sepulveda. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Beton is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Sepulveda gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Sepulveda has Beton pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Beton manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Beton prevents a takedown attempt there.
Sepulveda looking for a takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sepulveda gets underhooks to prevent Beton's takedown attempt. #TD2#
Beton turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!#ES#
Sepulveda sneaks out the side door and pushes Beton away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Beton takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Sepulveda misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #T1#
Beton looks for a takedown but Sepulveda sprawls well.
Sepulveda tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Beton drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Sepulveda defends it well.#TD2#
Beton shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Sepulveda is trying to defend but Beton finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Sepulveda might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB2#
Beton is trying to work for a kimura but Sepulveda is defending well.
Beton takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#SUB2#
Beton is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Sepulveda defends it well. #SUB2#
Beton is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Sepulveda defends it well.
Sepulveda is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T2#
Sepulveda is trying to stand. #SUB#
Sepulveda looking for submissions off his back.
Beton trying to mount his opponent but Sepulveda defends it. #SUB2#
Beton is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Sepulveda has managed to free his arm - good work.
Sepulveda trying to hold on to Beton's head to control him but Beton postures up.
Sepulveda moves into full guard. #T3#
Sepulveda pulls Beton in close to his closed guard and prevents Beton from doing any damage or advancing position.
Sepulveda trying to control the position.
Beton stopping the sweep attempt from Sepulveda.
Beton trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Beton trying to control the position from guard on top but Sepulveda is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sepulveda is trying to control the position but Beton postures up. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Sepulveda tries to close the distance and clinch but Beton swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Beton shoots in and drives through. Sepulveda sprawls well.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Beton shoots for a takedown but Sepulveda saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sepulveda. Beton does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sepulveda scores with a jab.
Beton keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
And Beton tries to counter it with a takedown but Sepulveda pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Jos Beton is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Beton has a takedown stuffed.
Sepulveda throws a body punch but Beton moves out of range.
Beton avoids the head kick by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Beton.
Beton shoots in and drives through. Sepulveda sprawls well.
Sepulveda throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Beton avoids a punch combination nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alejandro Sepulveda clearly takes that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R4#
Sepulveda tries to clinch but Beton is having none of it.
Beton swats away the attempt to clinch by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Beton was well out of range. Poor timing from Sepulveda.
Beton changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Beton fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Beton shoots in for a takedown but Sepulveda shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Sepulveda throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sepulveda throws a shot from downtown. Beton moves away and avoids it.
Beton shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Sepulveda sprawls well. Sepulveda wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Beton gets slowly back to his feet.
Alejandro Sepulveda has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jos Beton.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Beton will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Sepulveda scores with a body shot. #T1#
Sepulveda looks to score with a jab to the body but Beton is just out of range.
Beton fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Alejandro Sepulveda is winning the standup battle so far.
Beton is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Beton looks for a takedown but Sepulveda sprawls well.
Sepulveda misses with a head kick.
Sepulveda throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Beton takes one to the side of the head.
Sepulveda lands a slapping body shot.
A slow jab from Sepulveda misses its intended target. #CL#
Sepulveda closes the distance and clinches.
Sepulveda is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Beton is defending well.
Sepulveda is looking for a takedown.
Beton tries for a takedown. No joy. #T2#
Sepulveda is pressed up against the cage. Beton has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Sepulveda down to the mat. Sepulveda avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Sepulveda lands with a good body shot.
Sepulveda tries a head kick but it misses.
Beton shoots in for a takedown but Sepulveda shows good takedown defense.
Sepulveda waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Beton.
Beton changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
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!
Beton tries to move into range but Sepulveda moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Sepulveda scores with a hook to the body. Beton takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Beton is trying hard to land a takedown here. Sepulveda sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Sepulveda looks to score with a jab to the body but Beton is just out of range.
Beton blocks a head kick by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda throws a head kick that half lands.
The fighters circling - Sepulveda throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Sepulveda looks to throw the jab but Beton is out of range.
Beton with the counter takedown but Sepulveda avoids it easily.#T3#
Beton shoots in for a double leg but Sepulveda sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Sepulveda throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Beton shoots in for a takedown but Sepulveda shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
It looked like Sepulveda wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Sepulveda throws a body punch but Beton moves out of range.
Beton tries to score a power double leg takedown but Sepulveda sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Beton somewhat.
Sepulveda moves in looking to clinch but Beton pushes him off.
Beton shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Sepulveda as he jumps to the side.
Sepulveda throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Sepulveda misses with a series of wild punches. #T4#
A nice leg kick lands there from Sepulveda.
Beton shoots for a double leg takedown but Sepulveda sprawls well. He's pushed Beton's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Sepulveda misses the target.
Sepulveda swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Beton fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Sepulveda throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Beton's head.#CL#
Sepulveda pushes Beton up against the cage in a clinch.
Sepulveda has Beton pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Beton manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Sepulveda tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Beton just stands there and leans against the cage.
Sepulveda prevents the takedown attempt. #TD#
Sepulveda lands a takedown into guard. #ES2#
Beton is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alejandro Sepulveda had his way with Jos Beton in that round.
That's time! Back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R5#
Sepulveda lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Sepulveda throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Beton looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Sepulveda is fending him off so far but Beton persists. Nope, Sepulveda circles away and we're back to standing.
Beton shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Sepulveda defends it nicely.
Beton goes for a double leg but Sepulveda avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Sepulveda continues to drive forward.
Alejandro Sepulveda has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jos Beton.
Beton tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Sepulveda swivels and escapes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sepulveda leaves Beton with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Beton avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A punch combination from Sepulveda misses.
Sepulveda throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T1#
Sepulveda is looking to clinch.
Beton swats away the attempt to clinch by Sepulveda.
Beton avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Beton is defended easily by Sepulveda.#CL#
Sepulveda darts in and clinches Beton up against the cage.
Sepulveda goes for a takedown in the clinch but Beton prevents it.
Sepulveda is working for takedown but Beton is calmly controlling the position for now.
Beton looking for a takedown. #T2#
Beton drops down looking for an ankle pick but Sepulveda pulls his leg out and moves away. #TD2#
Beton feints and as Sepulveda raises his hands in defense, Beton changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Beton is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Sepulveda can't keep his opponent in guard - Beton advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Sepulveda is trying to stand back up but Beton is controlling him #SUB2#
Beton is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Sepulveda is just riding it out for now. Beton eventually gives up the hold.
Sepulveda moves into full guard. #T3#
Beton stopping the sweep attempt from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda wants to get back to his feet but Beton is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Beton looking to pass the guard.
Sepulveda looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Sepulveda looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB#
Sepulveda escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Beton gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Sepulveda is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Beton defends well.
Beton trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Sepulveda looking for a guillotine here but Beton defends easily. #SUB#
Beton has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Sepulveda to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Beton is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Sepulveda pulls down on the head and he's put Beton to sleep! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:35 of round 5, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Alejandro Sepulveda!
Alejandro Sepulveda is the new lightweight champion!
Alejandro Sepulveda spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.

 

Event: MMAHelsinki - 116     
Date:   May 06, 2017
#R1#
Foote takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Foote lands a glancing blow to the side of Sepulveda's head.#CL#
Sepulveda closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #TD#
Sepulveda gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Foote regains guard. #ES2#
Foote kicks Sepulveda off and gets to his feet.
Left hook, right uppercut from Foote.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#KD#
Sepulveda lands a big head kick that sends Foote tumbling to the mat! Sepulveda takes a step backwards and waves Foote back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#
Foote is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Shelby Foote has been cut.
Sepulveda has been working on his boxing with his coaches at LOD-Guts & Glory Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Foote swings for the body but Sepulveda moves out of range. #TD#
Sepulveda shoots in and bounces Foote off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.#ES2#
Foote kicks Sepulveda off and gets to his feet.
Sepulveda jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Sepulveda throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A lazy left from Foote finds it's target.
A big left from Foote misses.
Sepulveda appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.#T1#
Sepulveda misses with an uppercut. #TD#
Sepulveda looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Foote wants to get back to full guard.
Foote is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Foote looks like he's trying to stand up. #SUB#
Sepulveda is trying to work for a kimura but Foote is defending well.
Sepulveda tries to stand but his arm is trapped.
Foote trying to control from the bottom. #T2##SUB#
Sepulveda seems to be working for a kimura but Foote defends the submission attempt.
Foote wants to control but Sepulveda is keeping busy.
Sepulveda prevents Foote from improving his position.
Foote has a hand on Sepulveda's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Sepulveda takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Foote is looking to get to half guard.#T3#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Sepulveda tries to control but Foote wriggling away.
Sepulveda tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Foote is trying to escape the mount.
Sepulveda pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Sepulveda moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Foote has worked his arm free - good work by Foote! #SU#
Sepulveda stands up and we're back to a striking position. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Foote connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Sepulveda looks to score with a jab to the body but Foote is just out of range.#CL#
Sepulveda clinches up against the cage.#TD#
Sepulveda has hold of one of Foote's legs. Foote is fighting the takedown attempt but Sepulveda gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Foote keeping moving, preventing Sepulveda from controlling successfully.
Sepulveda is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Foote keeping moving, preventing Sepulveda from controlling successfully.
Foote trying to control the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alejandro Sepulveda dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Shelby Foote'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#
Foote scores to the head and body with a nice combination!#TD#
Sepulveda gets a double leg takedown into Foote's guard.#ES2#
Foote pushes Sepulveda off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Sepulveda scores with a nice strike.
Sepulveda throws a head kick but Foote moves 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!#CL#
Sepulveda instigates a clinch. #TD#
Sepulveda gets control of Foote's arms and successfully pulls guard. Sepulveda will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Sepulveda has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Foote trying to control the position from guard on top but Sepulveda is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Foote might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Sepulveda haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#T1#
Foote slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Foote trying to control the position but Sepulveda is working away.
Foote working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Sepulveda struggling a bit here.
Foote wants to control but Sepulveda is keeping him busy.
Foote is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Sepulveda can't do much from the bottom here.
Shelby Foote has got the better of the ground game so far.
Foote trying to control the position but Sepulveda is working away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T3##TD#
Sepulveda shoots in and bounces Foote off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.#ES2#
Foote has his feet on Sepulveda's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Alejandro Sepulveda is winning the standup battle so far.
Decent striking displayed by Foote there.#TD#
Sepulveda shoots in and gets a takedown into Foote's guard.
Sepulveda is pushing down on Foote's leg trying to pass to half guard. Foote is fighting to maintain full guard but Sepulveda has managed to sneak the leg through.
Foote moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sepulveda won't allow Foote to sweep him here. #T4#
Sepulveda not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Foote controlling Sepulveda's posture.
Foote wants to sweep but no luck.
Sepulveda won't allow Foote to get back to his feet.
Sepulveda preventing the sweep.
Foote is adopting a defensive guard.#SU#
Sepulveda gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Shelby Foote showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Shelby Foote's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Foote throws a series of punches but Sepulveda moves out of range.
Foote will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #CL#
Sepulveda gets in close and instigates a clinch. #TD#
Sepulveda manages to pull guard.
Foote trying to control but Sepulveda is working from the bottom.
Foote content to stall in guard here. #SUB#
Sepulveda has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Foote doesn't defend quickly enough and Sepulveda has managed to lock this one up! Can Foote escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Sepulveda on a fantastic submission victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Alejandro Sepulveda!
In his post fight interview, Alejandro Sepulveda started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

 

Event: MMAHelsinki - 109     
Date:   Apr 07, 2017
#R1#
Sepulveda throws a shot from downtown. Greenebaum moves away and avoids it.
Greenebaum shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Sepulveda sprawls well. Sepulveda wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Greenebaum gets slowly back to his feet.
Greenebaum misses with a body shot.
Sepulveda throwing a counter right hand but Greenebaum manages to avoid it.
The fighters circle momentarily. Sepulveda darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Nice straight punches there by Sepulveda. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Sepulveda.
Sepulveda defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Greenebaum.
Sepulveda was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Sepulveda ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Greenebaum moves away.#CL#
Sepulveda instigates a clinch. #BC#
Sepulveda pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sepulveda misses with the combination.
Greenebaum drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Sepulveda defends it well.
Sepulveda stuffs the takedown attempt from Greenebaum. Greenebaum gets slowly back to his feet.
Alejandro Sepulveda has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Lorne Greenebaum.#CL#
Sepulveda has taken the fight to the clinch.
We've been hearing reports that Sepulveda has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.#T1#
Sepulveda is trying to break the clinch but Greenebaum is controlling him.
Greenebaum has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Sepulveda is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#BC#
Sepulveda breaks from the clinch.
Greenebaum throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Sepulveda's waist but Sepulveda gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Greenebaum off to one side.
Sloppy strikes from Sepulveda. Those never looked like landing.
Greenebaum closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Sepulveda with a body punch. A glancing blow. #TD2#
Sepulveda gets caught flat footed, as Greenebaum shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.#SUB#
Sepulveda looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Sepulveda is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #SUB#
Sepulveda working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Greenebaum doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Greenebaum manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Sepulveda escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Greenebaum gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T2#
Greenebaum postures up. #SUB#
Sepulveda throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Greenebaum prevents Sepulveda from getting back to his feet.
Greenebaum working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Greenebaum sitting in guard here, content to control.
Greenebaum looking to sit in guard and control but Sepulveda gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Greenebaum trying to keep a closed guard but Sepulveda is proving a slippery customer.
Greenebaum pulls Sepulveda in close to prevent any damage.
Greenebaum not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Sepulveda trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Greenebaum is looking for a triangle but Sepulveda pushes his legs off easily.
Greenebaum looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Sepulveda 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. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Sepulveda trying to stand up but can't free himself from Greenebaum's guard.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
A punch lands to the side of Greenebaum 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Sepulveda throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Greenebaum.
Greenebaum takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Sepulveda misses with a body shot.
Sepulveda stuffs the takedown.
Greenebaum is looking to clinch.
Sepulveda swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Sepulveda tries to close the distance and clinch up but Greenebaum swats him away and circles back towards the center.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alejandro Sepulveda 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#
Sepulveda throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Sepulveda connects with a crisp jab.
Sepulveda misses with a wild combination.
Greenebaum changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Greenebaum walks into a jab.
Sepulveda connects with a jab.
Greenebaum fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Sepulveda avoids it really well and circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Greenebaum fails with the takedown.
Greenebaum misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Alejandro Sepulveda has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Lorne Greenebaum.
Greenebaum looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #T1#
Greenebaum misses with a takedown attempt - Sepulveda sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Sepulveda lands with a straight right. Greenebaum didn't see that one coming.#ROC#
Greenebaum is rocked!
Are you kidding me?! Sepulveda ducked down and unloaded an uppercut from hell that sent Greenebaum clean off his feet! Someone make me a GIF - that's knockout of the night for sure!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:27 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Alejandro Sepulveda!
A less than humble Alejandro Sepulveda misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.

 

Event: MMAHelsinki - 104     
Date:   Mar 15, 2017
#R1#
Sepulveda fails with a takedown attempt.
Sepulveda throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Stark's waist but Stark gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Sepulveda off to one side.
Stark throws a body punch but Sepulveda moves out of range.
Stark throws a nice looking combination but Sepulveda bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#TD2#
Sepulveda shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Sepulveda being controlled here momentarily. #SUB2#
Sepulveda thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Sepulveda being controlled here momentarily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stark looking to control.
Sepulveda wants to control from the top but Stark keeps moving. #T1#
Sepulveda's corner is telling him to maintain position.
We've been hearing good reports from Stark'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.
Sepulveda trying to control the position from guard on top but Stark is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sepulveda stopping the sweep attempt from Stark.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Khal Stark is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Sepulveda staying out of range there.
Stark getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Sepulveda slips under a jab.
Sepulveda avoids the body shot from Stark.
The fighters circle momentarily. Stark darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Sepulveda slips a jab from Stark.
Stark looks to throw the jab but Sepulveda is out of range.
Sepulveda tries to clinch up.
Stark will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #TD2#
Sepulveda manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Stark on his heels. He'll look to pass Stark's guard now, I'm sure.#ES#
Stark pushes Sepulveda off and scrambles back to his feet. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Stark tries a head kick but it misses.
Stark bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Stark leaves Sepulveda with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Khal Stark has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alejandro Sepulveda.
Stark rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Sepulveda moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Stark keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Sepulveda ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Stark lands an overhand right.
Stark is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Sepulveda will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Stark fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Sepulveda looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Sepulveda closes the distance and clinches up with Stark, looking for a takedown. Sepulveda pushes Stark against the cage but Stark circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Sepulveda shoots in for a takedown but Stark shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Stark stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Stark wants it to stay on the feet.
Sepulveda looks winded!
Sepulveda ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Stark thows a left - swing and a miss!
Stark misses the shot to the body.
Stark misses with a straight left.
Sepulveda avoids a kick to the body.
Good standup being displayed there by Stark as he connects with a hook.
Khal Stark seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sepulveda tries a head kick but it misses. #T3#
Sepulveda ducks under a wild hook from Stark.
A big right from Stark misses.
Sepulveda shoots in looking for a takedown but Stark manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Sepulveda's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Stark fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Sepulveda on the side of the head.
Sepulveda fails with a takedown attempt.
Stark misses with a hook. Sepulveda ducked under it nicely.
A nice side step and Sepulveda releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Stark fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Stark throws a big shot that misses.
Stark throws a half hearted mid kick.
Sepulveda is trying hard to land a takedown here. Stark sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Sepulveda staying out of range there.
Stark missing with a left hand there. Sepulveda was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Stark jabs Sepulveda right on the nose. Sepulveda blinks but takes it well.
Stark connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Stark connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Sepulveda's hands.
Stark is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Sepulveda shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Stark as he avoids it easily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
An inside leg kick lands from Stark.
Stark lands a jab to the nose.#ROC#
Sepulveda is rocked!#T4#
Stark looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Sepulveda is still on wobbly legs! Can Stark finish him?#TD2#
Sepulveda scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #ES#
Stark kicks Sepulveda off and gets back to his feet.
Stark pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Nice takedown defense from Stark. No joy for Sepulveda on that attempt.
Sepulveda seems to have recovered his senses.
Stark throws a series of punches but Sepulveda moves out of range.
Sepulveda drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Stark defends it well.
Sepulveda slips a jab from Stark.
Sepulveda darts in looking for a takedown but Stark gets double underhooks and turns Sepulveda into the cage.
Stark looks to land a right hand but Sepulveda moved out of range.
Sepulveda takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Stark stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Stark wants it to stay on the feet.
Stark throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Stark connects with a looping right hand. #KD#
Stark drops Sepulveda with a beautiful combination! Sepulveda stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Stark is looking for the KO!
Sepulveda takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Sepulveda moves away from the strike by Stark.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#TD2#
Sepulveda looking to score a takedown here. Stark is defending well but Sepulveda drives through and ends up in Stark's guard.
Sepulveda wants to control from the top but Stark keeps moving.
Stark looking to hit a scissor sweep but Sepulveda is one step ahead there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Khal Stark dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Sepulveda lands with an overhand left.
Stark misses with a few strikes there.
Sepulveda tries to score a power double leg takedown but Stark sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Sepulveda somewhat.
Stark throws a quick counter kick to the body but Sepulveda avoids it.
Sepulveda takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Stark misses with an attempted mid kick.
Stark stuffs the takedown.
Sepulveda avoids a punch combination nicely.
Sepulveda tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sepulveda shoots for a takedown but Stark saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Stark swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Khal Stark has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alejandro Sepulveda.
Stark connects with a crisp jab.
Stark throws a left and a right that both miss
and Sepulveda counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Sepulveda shoots in for a double leg but Stark sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Stark is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sepulveda can do to turn this around?
Stark lands a right hook to the body.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Stark.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Stark bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Sepulveda is breathing heavily.#T1#
Stark scores with a shot to the body.
Stark connects with a body shot that sends Sepulveda's belly button to the back.
Sepulveda ducks under a wild hook from Stark.
Stark throws the left hand but Sepulveda avoids the punch easily.
Sepulveda feints the counter takedown.
Stark fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
And Sepulveda tries to counter it with a takedown but Stark pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Stark dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Sepulveda ducks right into an uppercut from Stark.
Sepulveda fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
The fighters circle momentarily. Stark darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
A big right from Sepulveda misses.
Sepulveda lands with a shot to the body.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Sepulveda.
Stark lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Stark misses the shot to the body.
Sepulveda will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#T2#
Sepulveda shoots in but Stark avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Stark throws a quick counter kick to the body but Sepulveda avoids it.
Sepulveda throws a head kick that misses.
Stark comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#KD#
Stark lands a left and a right that send Sepulveda crashing to the mat, dazed. Stark thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!
Stark drops Sepulveda with a straight right hand, right on the button! Stark follows him down to the mat and pounds him out with hammerfists until the referee jumps in to end the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:22 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Khal Stark!
Khal Stark retains his featherweight title!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Khal Stark waved his t-shirt featuring Zenith Nutrition (160q/225$)'s logo in front of the cameras.

 

Event: MMAHelsinki - 96     
Date:   Feb 11, 2017
#R1#
Sepulveda looks to land a right hand but I Can moved out of range.
Sepulveda has been working on his boxing with his coaches at LOD-Guts & Glory Gym in the buildup to the fight.
I Can smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Nice uppercut lands for Sepulveda. That snapped I Can's head back.
Sepulveda throws a lazy uppercut #KD2#
and I Can counters with a series of strikes that sends Sepulveda to the canvas! I Can follows down into guard, looking to finish the fight! #ROC2#
Sepulveda is rocked!
Sepulveda keeping moving, preventing I Can from controlling successfully.
Oh Sepulveda is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
I Can controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Sepulveda seems to have got his legs back now.
I Can pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sepulveda is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Sepulveda looking for a guillotine here but I Can defends easily. #SUB2#
I Can has gone for a leg lock! Sepulveda slips out almost immediately though and dives into I Can's guard.#REVR#
Our spies down at at Holding Cell inform us that I Can has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
I Can wants to control the position but Sepulveda says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard. #T1#
I Can manages to get to full guard. #SUB2#
I Can is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB2#
I Can working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Sepulveda has passed into half guard!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
I Can is looking to control Sepulveda's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can I Can avoid being mounted?
I Can is looking for a sweep. Sepulveda is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
I Can trying to control here.
I Can slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
I Can escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Sepulveda gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
I Can looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Sepulveda tries to free his leg and advance position but I Can is retaining full guard.
I Can controls Sepulveda momentarily but Sepulveda frees himself. #SUB2#
I Can is looking for a triangle but Sepulveda pushes his legs off easily. #T3#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now I Can is on top in guard. #REVB#
Sepulveda has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but I Can has passed into side control. #SUB2#
I Can is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Sepulveda is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Sepulveda is looking to reverse the position.
I Can misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards. #SUB2#
I Can goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Sepulveda has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for I Can but great work by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda takes a little break here. I Can wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
I Can tries to buck Sepulveda off but Sepulveda is having none of it.#T4#
Sepulveda wants to control but I Can is keeping him busy.
I Can is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Sepulveda is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
I Can tries to control Sepulveda's body but Sepulveda pushes him off. I Can squirms to his side and now Sepulveda has his back!
Sepulveda doesn't have the hooks in and I Can manages to turn into his guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB#
Sepulveda working for a triangle but I Can defends it easily. #SUB2#
I Can drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Sepulveda dives on top into guard.#REVR#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Because I Can will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
I Can dives in for a single leg takedown but Sepulveda sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
I Can scores with a nice strike.
I Can takes a jab right on the kisser.
Good shot there by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. I Can looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Sepulveda with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Decent striking displayed by I Can there.#TD#
Sepulveda shoots in and bounces I Can off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sepulveda passes easily into side control. Nice work.
I Can tries to buck Sepulveda off but Sepulveda is having none of it.#T1#
Sepulveda trying to control the position but I Can is working away.
I Can is trying to improve his position.
I Can is not content to let Sepulveda control the position.
I Can wants to control but Sepulveda postures up.
Sepulveda wants to lay and pray for a moment but I Can keeps working.
I Can is trying to control Sepulveda's posture but Sepulveda avoids it.
I Can looks to move to half guard but instead Sepulveda has passed into mount! Damn!#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
I Can really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
I Can looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back!
I Can can't escape the position.
I would not like to be I Can right now.
Alejandro Sepulveda overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
I Can breaks Sepulveda's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard. #T3##SUB2#
I Can drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Sepulveda dives on top into guard.#REVR##SUB2#
I Can is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Sepulveda is aware though and is defending well.
I Can is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
I Can wants to improve his position but instead Sepulveda has moved into half guard.
I Can is looking to control Sepulveda's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can I Can avoid being mounted?
I Can is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T4#
I Can moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Sepulveda stopping the sweep attempt from I Can.#SUB2#
I Can looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Sepulveda pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. I Can is keeping the position for now.
I Can keeping moving, preventing Sepulveda from controlling successfully.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sepulveda stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. I Can swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Sepulveda drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Sepulveda jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alejandro Sepulveda dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Sepulveda fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
I Can fails to land with a series of punches. #TD2#
I Can shoots in and bounces Sepulveda off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Sepulveda trying to control the position here.
I Can trying to control but Sepulveda is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
I Can wants to pass the guard but Sepulveda is keeping the position.
I Can trying to control but Sepulveda is working from the bottom. #T1#
Sepulveda looking to control.
I Can content to stall in guard here.
Sepulveda looking to hit a scissor sweep but I Can is one step ahead there.
I Can pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sepulveda is keeping the position for now. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Because I Can seems to be getting the better of the standup.
I Can with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Sepulveda to score with a decent uppercut.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#TD#
Sepulveda throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. I Can tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Sepulveda is in I Can's guard.
I Can 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#
Sepulveda makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Sepulveda.
Sepulveda keeping moving, preventing I Can from controlling successfully.
I Can stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Sepulveda swivels though and keeps the full guard.
I Can trying to control the position from guard on top but Sepulveda is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3##SUB2#
I Can is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Sepulveda is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Sepulveda has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR##SUB2#
I Can is looking for a triangle but Sepulveda pushes his legs off easily.
I Can takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
I Can wants to improve his position here. There's a bit of a scramble and Sepulveda has taken I Can's back! He's locked on a rear naked choke here and I Can has been forced to tap!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:22 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Alejandro Sepulveda!
A very excited looking Alejandro Sepulveda rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.
Because I Can was interviewed post fight and said 'I'm so handsome i'm not surprised this guy was all over me the way he was!'.

 

Event: MMAHelsinki - 90     
Date:   Jan 17, 2017
#R1#
Stark throws a body shot but no joy.
Stark takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Sepulveda shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Stark sprawls well. Stark wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Sepulveda gets slowly back to his feet.
Sepulveda throws a shot to the body.
Stark misses with a few strikes there. #TD2#
Sepulveda closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Sepulveda lands in his opponent's guard.
Stark wants to stand up but Sepulveda is controlling him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stark trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.#T1#
Stark trying to control the position here.
Stark controls Sepulveda momentarily but Sepulveda frees himself.
Stark trying to control the position here.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Stark looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#TD2#
Sepulveda has Stark pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Sepulveda pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Stark tumbling to the mat - Sepulveda dives into Stark's guard.
Stark wants to get back to his feet but Sepulveda passes into half guard. #REVR#
Stark is looking to escape.
Stark wants to control but Sepulveda is keeping busy.
Sepulveda stops Stark from getting back to his feet. #ES#
Stark pushes Sepulveda off and gets back to his feet.#T3#
Sepulveda misses with a head kick.
Stark pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Stark lands with a good body shot.
Stark connects with a crisp jab.
Stark throws a wild body kick that Sepulveda sees coming a mile off.
Stark throws a head kick but Sepulveda moves out of range.
Sepulveda drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Stark defends it well.
Sepulveda tries to close the distance and clinch up but Stark swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Stark dips to his left and cracks Sepulveda with an uppercut!
Stark doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Stark looks for the body kick but Sepulveda saw that one coming.
A little jabbing left from Sepulveda on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Sepulveda looks for a takedown but Stark sprawls well.
Sepulveda lands a nice shot to the body.
Sloppy strikes from Stark. Those never looked like landing.
Stark tries a head kick but it misses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Stark avoids the body shot from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda tries to clinch up.#T4#
Sepulveda takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Sepulveda shoots in but no luck this time.
Khal Stark has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alejandro Sepulveda.
Jab, jab by Stark - just one landing.
Stark tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Sepulveda slips a jab and a cross from Stark.
Sepulveda shoots in but no luck this time.
Stark throwing a counter right hand but Sepulveda manages to avoid it.
Stark slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Stark looks to land a body kick but Sepulveda moved away.
Sepulveda moves out of range of the body kick.
Sepulveda tests Stark's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Sepulveda is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Stark scores with a crisp jab that stopped Sepulveda in his tracks.
Sepulveda scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Sepulveda steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Stark.
Stark misses with a kick to the body.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Sepulveda! But no joy.
Stark is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
A clash of legs there as Sepulveda blocks the low kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Khal Stark dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Stark lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Stark looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Stark connects with a good right hand that stumbles Sepulveda. Sepulveda circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Stark.
Stark leaves Sepulveda with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Stark throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sepulveda looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Stark looks to land a body kick but Sepulveda moved away.
Stark uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sepulveda.
Stark scores with a three punch combo!
Stark throws a head kick but Sepulveda moves out of range.
Sepulveda shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Stark sprawls well. Stark wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Sepulveda gets slowly back to his feet.
Stark looks to land a combination. Sepulveda sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Stark throws an overhand right that lands on Sepulveda's shoulder, as Sepulveda tries to avoid the shot.
Khal Stark is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Sepulveda slips a jab from Stark.
Khal Stark seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Stark throws a body punch but Sepulveda moves out of range.
Sepulveda tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Stark paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Stark misses with a looping left.
Stark keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda fails to land the takedown.
Khal Stark has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alejandro Sepulveda.
A nice combination there by Stark.
Stark thuds a left hand into Sepulveda's body.
Stark scores with a body shot.
Stark digs a good hook to Sepulveda's body.
Sepulveda comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Sepulveda is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Stark rather than just go for the knockout.
Stark tries to land a body kick#TD2#
and Sepulveda counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sepulveda frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Sepulveda avoids the attempt from Stark to control.#T2#
Sepulveda is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. Stark is in real trouble.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Stark tries to escape the position.
Sepulveda trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Stark tries to roll but Sepulveda sticks to his back. #T3#
Stark trying to control but not successfully. #SUB2#
Sepulveda is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Sepulveda is hanging on to Stark's back as he tries to escape.
Stark manages to reverse the position and now he's in Sepulveda's guard. Nice work there by Stark.
Sepulveda has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Stark's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T4#
Stark wants to pass the guard but Sepulveda is keeping the position.
Stark controls from within his opponent's guard.
Stark looking to sit in guard and control but Sepulveda gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Khal Stark dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R3#
Stark ducks under a wild hook from Sepulveda.
Stark throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Sepulveda looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Stark throws a shot to the body.
Khal Stark is winning the standup battle so far.
Sepulveda moves in looking to clinch but Stark pushes him off.#TD2#
Sepulveda shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Stark napping and manages to drive through into side control!#ES#
Stark bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
Sepulveda wants to clinch up but Stark keeps it at a distance.
Nice cross by Stark.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sepulveda works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Stark waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Sepulveda.
Sepulveda throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Stark sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Sepulveda tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Stark paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Stark misses with a body shot.
Stark throws a body kick that misses.
Sepulveda ducks under a wild hook from Stark.
Stark throws a head kick but Sepulveda moves out of range.
Sepulveda looks to throw the jab but Stark is out of range.
Stark misses with the combination. #T1#
Sepulveda swinging wildly here.
Stark is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Stark thows a left - swing and a miss!
Stark on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
A big right from Sepulveda misses.
Stark misses with a body kick.
Stark throws a head kick that misses.
Sepulveda has a takedown stuffed.
Stark keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Stark lands with a shot to the body.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Stark.
Sepulveda moves out of range of the leg kick from Stark.
Sepulveda shoots in looking for a takedown but Stark manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Sepulveda's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Khal Stark has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alejandro Sepulveda.#T2#
Stark looks to land a combination. Sepulveda sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Sepulveda just misses with a punch to the body.
A big left from Sepulveda misses.
Sepulveda takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
A nice side step and Sepulveda releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Stark slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Stark looks to land a combination but Sepulveda avoids it well.
Sepulveda takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Stark avoids the body shot from Sepulveda.
Stark lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Sepulveda swings for the body but Stark moves out of range.
Sepulveda will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Sepulveda takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Sepulveda scores with a decent looking hook.
Stark misses with a series of wild punches.
Sepulveda throws an overhand right that lands on Stark's shoulder, as Stark tries to avoid the shot.
Stark cracks Sepulveda with a right hand to the side of the head.
Sepulveda shoots in looking for a takedown but Stark manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Sepulveda's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#T3#
Stark on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Sepulveda throws a series of punches but Stark moves out of range.
Sepulveda tries to score a power double leg takedown but Stark sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Sepulveda somewhat.
Sepulveda takes a jab right on the kisser.
Some wild striking there from Stark.
Stark misses with a head kick.
Sepulveda is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Stark misses with a hook.
A swing and a miss from Stark.
It seemed like Sepulveda was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Stark is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sepulveda can do to turn this around?
Sepulveda is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Sepulveda slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Stark scores with a one two! Sepulveda had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Sepulveda fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#T4#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Sepulveda closes this distance looking for a takedown but Stark circles away.
Stark was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Good exchange - Sepulveda coming out on top.
Stark misses with a head kick.
Nice jab there from Stark.
Khal Stark is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Stark fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Sepulveda moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Sepulveda throws a body shot but no joy.
Jab by Stark.
Sloppy strikes from Stark. Those never looked like landing.
Stark misses with the combination.
Sepulveda avoids a kick to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sepulveda blocks a head kick by Stark.
Nice uppercut there from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda cracks Stark with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Stark throws a body kick that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Khal Stark clearly takes that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R4#
Sepulveda tries a head kick but it misses.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Stark.
Stark uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sepulveda.
Stark looking to land some kicks to the body here.
A punch lands to the side of Sepulveda 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Stark ducks under a wild hook from Sepulveda.
Stark avoids the body shot from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Stark keeps the fight on the outside.
It appears Stark was looking to counter with a kick there.
A head kick misses from Stark.
Stark throws a leg kick but Sepulveda moved away.
Stark slips a jab from Sepulveda.
Stark dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stark scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Sepulveda tries to clinch up but Stark circles away and keeps his distance.
Stark throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sepulveda sees it coming and avoids it easily.#CL2#
Sepulveda clinches.
A shot in the inside from Sepulveda. #T1#
Sepulveda wants a takedown.
Sepulveda is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Sepulveda tries to break the clinch but Stark is controlling the position.
Sepulveda working aggressively here.
Stark gets underhooks to prevent Sepulveda's takedown attempt.
Sepulveda is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Stark scores with a shot to the side of Sepulveda's head.
Stark misses with a punch on the inside.
Stark tries to land knees in the clinch but Sepulveda avoids the damage to the body.
Sepulveda tries for a takedown. No joy.
Khal Stark has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alejandro Sepulveda.
Stark tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Sepulveda avoids it.
Sepulveda is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Stark to keep the fight standing.
Stark misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Sepulveda. #BC2#
Sepulveda breaks from the clinch.
Stark lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Sepulveda shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Stark as he avoids it easily. #T2#
Stark throws a push kick but Sepulveda slaps the foot to one side.
Sepulveda throws a jab but it's blocked by Stark.
Stark lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross. #ROC#
Sepulveda is rocked!
Sepulveda misses with a looping right.
Sepulveda is still on wobbly legs! Can Stark finish him?
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sepulveda gets clipped by a big right hand and goes down spinning to the canvas! Stark gets the back mount and begins to drop bombs on his rocked foe! Sepulveda is too out of it to defend against the strikes and the referee jumps in to save him from the beatdown!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:18 of round 4, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Khal Stark!
Khal Stark is the new bantamweight champion!
An intense looking Khal Stark took to the microphone post fight and gave a little speech: 'I wanna thank all my coaches and teammates at Touch Of Death and all the fans who believed I could get back here and take the belt back. Good luck to my boy Hussein Stahl who trains with me at Touch Of Death...lets bring 2 belts back home tonight!'.

 

Event: MMAHelsinki - 84     
Date:   Dec 23, 2016
#R1#
Garner fails with the takedown.
Garner doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Garner throws a looping overhand right but Sepulveda ducks down to avoid it.
Sepulveda looks to clinch
and Garner counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Sepulveda works the jab nicely.#CUT2#
It looks like Ron Garner has been cut.
Garner looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Sepulveda ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Garner moves away.
Garner steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sepulveda.
Garner throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Sepulveda's waist but Sepulveda gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Garner off to one side.
Sepulveda swings for the body but Garner moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Garner slips a jab from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda tries to clinch up#TD#
and Garner counters with a nice double leg into guard. #ES2#
Sepulveda kicks Garner off and gets to his feet. #T1#
Sepulveda lands with a straight right. Garner didn't see that one coming.
Garner throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Sepulveda's waist but Sepulveda gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Garner off to one side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ron Garner. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Garner scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Garner throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Sepulveda won't allow Garner to pass to mount.
Garner thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #SUB#
Garner is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Sepulveda is just riding it out for now. Garner eventually gives up the hold.
Garner has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#SUB#
Garner is looking for a kimura but Sepulveda is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Garner to get the leverage. #T2##SUB#
Garner seems to be looking for submissions.
Garner seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Sepulveda does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Garner slows the pace down in half guard.
Garner stops Sepulveda from getting back to his feet. #SUB#
Garner is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Sepulveda defends it well.
Sepulveda trying to control from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3##SUB#
Garner is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Sepulveda doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Garner.
Sepulveda is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Garner seems to be trying to get a kimura but instead Sepulveda has recovered full guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Sepulveda is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Sepulveda 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.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Garner controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Sepulveda tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Garner was well out of range. Poor timing from Sepulveda.
Garner throws a right hand that Sepulveda ducks under and follows up with a left that Sepulveda also avoids with ease.
Garner keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Garner feinted with a counter takedown.
Sepulveda digs a good hook to Garner's body.
Alejandro Sepulveda is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A jab lands there for Sepulveda.
Garner connects with a jab.
Sepulveda swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Sepulveda lands a jab to Garner's midsection.#TD#
Garner changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Sepulveda looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Garner prevents Sepulveda from escaping the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alejandro Sepulveda dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ron Garner's cut.
That's time! Garner's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Sepulveda loads up on a big right hand but Garner slips the punch.
Garner swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Garner dives in for a single leg takedown but Sepulveda sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Alejandro Sepulveda seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Sepulveda closes the distance looking to clinch
and Garner counters with a straight right hand.
Sepulveda is looking to clinch but Garner is avoiding it.
Sepulveda pulls out of a head kick attempt. #TD#
Garner drives through with a takedown into guard.
Sepulveda keeping full guard, as Garner tries to pass.
Garner is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sepulveda is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T1#
Garner lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Garner with a flurry of punches that miss.
Sepulveda preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Sepulveda keeping moving, preventing Garner from controlling successfully.
Sepulveda has momentary wrist control but Garner slips an elbow through the middle.
Garner trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #SUB#
Garner drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Sepulveda dives on top into guard.#REVB#
Sepulveda has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Garner is proving hard to escape from. #T2##SUB#
Sepulveda avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Garner keeping moving, preventing Sepulveda from controlling successfully.
Sepulveda must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Garner trying to keep a closed guard but Sepulveda is proving a slippery customer.
Sepulveda wants to control from the top but Garner keeps moving.
Ron Garner overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Sepulveda won't allow Garner to sweep him here. #T3##SUB#
Garner looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB#
Garner working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Sepulveda doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Sepulveda manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Sepulveda stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Garner swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Garner working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Sepulveda doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Sepulveda manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Garner looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Sepulveda passes into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Sepulveda wants to stand up but Garner is controlling the position.
Garner works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB#
Garner is looking for a triangle but Sepulveda pushes his legs off easily.
Garner wants to sweep here but Sepulveda controlling him for the moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Garner looking to control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ron Garner dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Ron Garner's cut.
That's time! Garner's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R3##CL2#
Sepulveda clinches.
Sepulveda tries to break the clinch but Garner is controlling the position. #TD#
Garner tightens his grip and picks Sepulveda up, before dumping him to the ground. Sepulveda manages to land in guard.
Garner pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sepulveda is keeping the position for now.
Garner engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Garner throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Sepulveda works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sepulveda is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Garner working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T1#
Sepulveda keeping moving, preventing Garner from controlling successfully.
Garner preventing the sweep.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Sepulveda is trying to control the position from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Sepulveda throws a big shot that misses.
A big right from Sepulveda misses.
Sepulveda lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Garner at a distance.
Sepulveda misses with a combination
and Garner counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #TD#
Garner closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Garner lands in his opponent's guard.#SUB#
Garner has gone for a leg lock! Sepulveda slips out almost immediately though and dives into Garner's guard.#REVB##T2#
Garner is trying to keep Sepulveda in close.
Sepulveda wanted to stand there but Garner had control of the position. #SUB#
Garner looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Sepulveda tries to stand but Garner is controlling from the bottom. #T3#
Sepulveda is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.#SUB#
Garner is looking for a triangle but Sepulveda pushes his legs off easily.
Garner keeping full guard, as Sepulveda tries to pass. #SUB#
Garner working for submissions but it's allowed Sepulveda to get to half guard.
Garner wants to control but Sepulveda is keeping busy and won't allow it. #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.
Garner wants to improve his position but Sepulveda is controlling well. #SUB2#
Sepulveda is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Garner defends it well. #SUB#
Garner is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Sepulveda pulls his head out easily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Garner tries to get to full guard but Sepulveda has control of the leg.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Alejandro Sepulveda just about did enough to take it.
The cut man is working on Ron Garner'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.
#R4#
Sepulveda misses with a wild body shot.
Garner throws a hook but Sepulveda blocks it.
Garner with a poor takedown
and Sepulveda counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
A combination from Sepulveda does no damage.
Garner walks into a jab.
A right-left combo lands from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda cracks Garner with a right hand to the side of the head.
Sepulveda has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Sepulveda connects with a body shot that sends Garner's belly button to the back.
Sepulveda getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#ROC2#
Garner is rocked!
Garner backs away from a small jab... but Sepulveda lunges forward with a huge superman punch! Garner crumples to the ground as his mouth piece is sent flying! Sepulveda with a spectacular finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:46 of round 4, we have a winner by way of KO (Superman Punch). Alejandro Sepulveda!
Alejandro Sepulveda is the new bantamweight champion!
After the fight, Alejandro Sepulveda was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

 

Event: MMAHelsinki - 74     
Date:   Nov 12, 2016
#R1#
Sepulveda is looking to clinch but Gotti is avoiding it.
Gotti steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sepulveda.
Gotti misses with a straight right.
Sepulveda is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Alejandro Sepulveda seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gotti avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Good shot there by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda misses with a wild body shot.
Gotti ducks under a wild hook from Sepulveda.
Gotti swats away the attempt to clinch by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda scores with a shot to the body.
Sepulveda with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Sepulveda 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sepulveda is looking to clinch.
Sepulveda slaps away a takedown attempt from Gotti, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Sepulveda is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Sepulveda stuffs the takedown attempt from Gotti. Gotti gets slowly back to his feet. #CL2#
Sepulveda moves into range and clinches up with Gotti.#T1##TD#
Gotti successfully pulls guard.
Sepulveda pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Gotti is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Sepulveda postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Gotti is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Sepulveda, into his guard. #REVR#
Sepulveda looking to hit a scissor sweep but Gotti is one step ahead there.
Sepulveda wants to stand up but Gotti is controlling him. #SUB2#
Sepulveda is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Sepulveda is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Gotti is controlling him. #T2#
Gotti showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
We've been hearing that Gotti has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Gotti pushing down on Sepulveda's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Gotti controlling the pace.
Sepulveda gets full guard.
Sepulveda wants to stand up but Gotti is controlling him.
Gotti controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB2#
Sepulveda is looking for a triangle but Gotti pushes his legs off easily.
Gotti works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T3##SUB#
Gotti is working for a kimura but Sepulveda is defending it quite comfortably.
Sepulveda is looking for a sweep. Gotti is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Gotti prevents Sepulveda from standing back up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sepulveda is in trouble now - Gotti has advanced to mount!
Sepulveda really wants to buck Gotti off and get back to his feet.
Gotti looking to control but Sepulveda is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Sepulveda is trying to stand up.
Gotti controlling the pace for now. #T4#
Sepulveda tries to buck Gotti off but he can't manage it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gotti content just to control the position here. #ES2#
Sepulveda bucks up and throws Gotti to the side - he's got back to his feet. Great escape!
Sepulveda looks to land a right hand but Gotti moved out of range.
Sepulveda ducks under a wild hook from Gotti.
Sepulveda keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Don Gotti. That's going to take a lot out of him.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#TD#
Gotti 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.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Gotti trying to control but Sepulveda is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Don Gotti will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Gotti shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#TD#
Gotti changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Sepulveda looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Sepulveda is looking to get back to his feet here but Gotti is keeping cool and he's managed to take Sepulveda's back.
You can see the frustration on Sepulveda's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Sepulveda is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Gotti really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Sepulveda.#SUB#
Gotti has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #T1#
Gotti controlling the position well here. Sepulveda rolled but Gotti kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Sepulveda is trying to get back to his feet but Gotti has full control of the position and if anything, Sepulveda has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Gotti biding his time, looking for the opening.
Sepulveda wants to get back to his feet.
Gotti scores with punches and elbows.
Sepulveda is trying to stand back up.
Sepulveda wants to escape the position. #T2#
Sepulveda wants to get back to his feet.
I would not like to be Sepulveda right now.
Gotti trying to control.
Sepulveda trying to get back to his feet but Gotti is in full control for now.
Don Gotti overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Gotti trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Sepulveda doesn't escape. #T3#
Sepulveda wants to get back to his feet.
Gotti is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sepulveda can do to turn this around?
Sepulveda is in bad spot here.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Gotti has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Sepulveda is trying to stand back up. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#SUB#
Gotti is persistently looking for the submission but Sepulveda is defending it well.
Gotti will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Gotti landing with strikes.
Sepulveda trying to get back to his feet but Gotti is in full control for now.
Good control from Gotti.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sepulveda tries to escape but Gotti has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Don Gotti dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Sepulveda is looking to clinch.
Gotti shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Sepulveda but Sepulveda pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Gotti throws an overhand right that lands on Sepulveda's shoulder, as Sepulveda tries to avoid the shot.
Sepulveda throws a big shot that misses.
Gotti takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Sepulveda is looking to clinch.
Gotti misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Sepulveda leaves Gotti with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Don Gotti. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Gotti has a takedown stuffed.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A slow jab from Gotti misses its intended target.
Gotti misses with a right hand
and Sepulveda counters with a two punch combo.
Sepulveda throws a body shot but no joy.
Gotti thows a left - swing and a miss!
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Gotti.
Alejandro Sepulveda seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T1#
Gotti looks for a takedown but Sepulveda sprawls well.
Gotti ducks right into an uppercut from Sepulveda.
A big left from Gotti misses.
Sepulveda misses with a two punch combination.
Gotti cracks Sepulveda with an open hand slap.
Gotti staying out of range there.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Sepulveda enables Gotti to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Sepulveda manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Gotti preventing the sweep.
Sepulveda is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Gotti trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Sepulveda wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Gotti manages to pass to side control.
Well, if Gotti 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. #T2#
Sepulveda tries to kick Gotti off but Gotti keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Gotti is taking a breather. Sepulveda says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Gotti.
Sepulveda tries to roll over but Gotti keeps him under control.
Gotti looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Don Gotti is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
Sepulveda is trying to stand.
Gotti keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#SUB2#
Sepulveda actively working from the bottom here.
Gotti trying to pass the guard but Sepulveda defending well.
Sepulveda pushes Gotti off looking to stand but Gotti dives back in and keeps control. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Sepulveda misses with an uppercut #TD#
and Gotti counters with a nice double leg into side control. Sepulveda won't be happy with that.
A lull in the action here as Gotti stalls from top position.
Sepulveda is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T4#
Sepulveda is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Gotti has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Gotti controls the position from side control.
Sepulveda is looking for a sweep.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Gotti moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Alejandro Sepulveda has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Sepulveda misses with a strike from the bottom.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Alejandro Sepulveda.
I think Gotti 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 Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 29:29
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 29:29
Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 28:29

The fight is ruled a majority draw!

 

Event: MMAHelsinki - 68     
Date:   Oct 10, 2016
#R1#
Stark bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Sepulveda throws a right and a left that Stark avoids nicely.
Sepulveda moves out of range as Stark strikes.
Nice sprawl there from Stark as Sepulveda shoots in.
A low kick from Stark misses
and Sepulveda connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Sepulveda shoots in for a double leg but Stark sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Jab from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda shoots in and drives through. Stark sprawls well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Alejandro Sepulveda. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A jab from Sepulveda misses.
Stark 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.
Stark looks to land a combination but Sepulveda avoids it well.
Sepulveda throws a hook to the side of Stark's head but Stark sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#KD2#
Stark cracks Sepulveda with a big right hand and Sepulveda goes down!#ROC2#
Sepulveda is rocked!#CUT2#
It looks like Alejandro Sepulveda has been cut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Stark 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 Sepulveda is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Stark postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Stark trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Sepulveda throws his legs up looking for a submission but Stark uses it to pass to side control.
Sepulveda trying to remain calm as Stark controls from the top position.
Stark is continuing to stall.
Sepulveda taking a bit of punishment here - Stark scoring with strikes.
Sepulveda tries to bench press Stark off him but Stark keeps the position.
Sepulveda is working hard here to advance position.#T1#
Stark working the body and head with strikes.
Stark lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Sepulveda being controlled for a moment. #SUB2#
Stark tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Stark has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Sepulveda is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
Stark tries for a kimura but Sepulveda is defending well.
Stark lands a few punches from side control.
Sepulveda tries to improve position but can't.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sepulveda is being controlled here.
Sepulveda 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.
Sepulveda seems to have got his legs back now.#SUB2#
Stark is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Sepulveda knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Stark wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sepulveda keeps working.
Sepulveda is looking to regain half guard here but Stark keeps moving and retains side control. #T2#
Stark grinds an elbow into Sepulveda's temple.
Sepulveda is looking for a sweep.
Stark controls the position from side control.
Stark wants to control but Sepulveda is keeping him busy.
Stark content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Sepulveda takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Stark controls the position.
Sepulveda is looking to regain half guard here but Stark keeps moving and retains side control.
Sepulveda sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB2#
Stark is working for a kimura but Sepulveda is defending it quite comfortably. #T3##SUB#
Sepulveda actively working from the bottom here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Stark is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Sepulveda sees it coming and defends easily.
Stark landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Sepulveda wants to improve his position but Stark is controlling well. #SUB#
Sepulveda is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Stark pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Sepulveda actively working from the bottom here.
Sepulveda is not content to let Stark control the position.
Sepulveda wants to improve his position but Stark is controlling well.
Stark seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Sepulveda does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T4#
Sepulveda is trying to get back to full guard.
Still in half guard, Stark seems content to control.#SUB2#
Stark wants to work for an arm triangle but Sepulveda is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Stark is controlling the pace.
Sepulveda manages to get to full guard. #SUB#
Sepulveda escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Stark gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Sepulveda keeping moving, preventing Stark from controlling successfully.
Sepulveda looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Khal Stark dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Alejandro Sepulveda's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Stark throws a body shot but no joy.
Stark goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Stark circles to his right before unloading a perfect head kick! Sepulveda drops to the canvas, hurt badly! Stark follows Sepulveda to the ground and unloads with a series of strikes that force the referee to step in and end the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:12 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Khal Stark!
Khal Stark is the new bantamweight champion!
Post fight, an emotional Khal Stark said 'I want to thank my coaches and everyone at Midnight MMA for helping me get ready to realize my dreams! Thanks to all the fans, I love you!'.

 

Event: MMAHelsinki - 60     
Date:   Sep 09, 2016
#R1#
Nichalos lands a nice shot to the body.
Sepulveda throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Sepulveda sets himself, and Nichalos steps forward looking for the clinch! Sepulveda avoids it this time.
We've been informed that Nichalos 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.
Sepulveda connects with a crisp jab.
Nichalos paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Sepulveda lands with a hook. Nichalos tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #ROC#
Nichalos is rocked!
A combination from Sepulveda does no damage.
Nichalos is still on wobbly legs! Can Sepulveda finish him?
Sepulveda dives in for a single leg takedown but Nichalos sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Nichalos moves to clinch but Sepulveda breaks away
and Sepulveda counters with a left and a right that stings Nichalos.
Nichalos pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sepulveda misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Nichalos avoids a punch combination nicely.
Sepulveda fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Nichalos has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Nichalos scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Sepulveda doesn't seem bothered though.
A left and a right from Sepulveda both land. Nice combination. #CL2#
Nichalos clinches up with Sepulveda and pushes him back against the cage.
With the fighters up against the cage, Nichalos throws an elbow but misses.
A shot in the inside from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda wants a takedown but no success here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Alejandro Sepulveda. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sepulveda jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Nichalos walks away with a smile on his face. Sepulveda gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Sepulveda misses with a takedown attempt - Nichalos sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#T1#
Sepulveda just misses with a punch to the body.
Nichalos slips a jab and a cross from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Nichalos tries to avoid it but Sepulveda manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Nichalos to the ground. Nichalos escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Sepulveda is breathing heavily.
The fighters circling - Nichalos throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Nichalos seems to have recovered his senses.
Nichalos throws a right hand that misses
and Sepulveda connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Sepulveda moves out of range as Nichalos strikes.
Nichalos waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Sepulveda.
Sepulveda lands a lovely overhand right.
Sepulveda digs a good body shot into Nichalos's ribs.
Nichalos thows a left - swing and a miss!
Sepulveda closes this distance looking for a takedown but Nichalos circles away.
Nichalos tries to close the distance and clinch up but Sepulveda swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Sepulveda tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Nichalos swivels and escapes.
Sepulveda slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Nichalos connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Sepulveda momentarily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL2#
Nichalos clinches with his opponent.
Nichalos pushes Sepulveda back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Nichalos misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Sepulveda avoids the elbow strike from Nichalos, against the cage.
Nichalos lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Sepulveda.#T2#
Nichalos lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Sepulveda backwards.
Sepulveda is trying to pull guard but Nichalos has him pressed against the cage.
Nichalos lands a left hand.
Nichalos tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
I was talking to Sepulveda's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.#BC#
Sepulveda manages to break the clinch.
A telegraphed right hand from Nichalos misses the target.
Nichalos tries to clinch but Sepulveda moves away
and Sepulveda counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Sepulveda looks to land a left hand but Nichalos moved out of range nicely.
Nichalos looks to land a left hand but Sepulveda moved out of range nicely.
Nichalos throws the left hand but Sepulveda avoids the punch easily.
Sepulveda throws a right and a left that Nichalos avoids nicely.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#CL2#
Nichalos closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Sepulveda takes a shot to the head. #BC#
Sepulveda breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL2#
Nichalos closes the distance and clinches.
Sepulveda lands a left hand that snaps the head of Nichalos backwards.
Sepulveda blocks a body shot from Nichalos. #TD#
Sepulveda gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Nichalos regains guard.
Nichalos wants to stand and escape but Sepulveda is having none of it. #T3#
Sepulveda might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Sepulveda stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Nichalos swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Sepulveda advances position into side control!#SUB#
Sepulveda is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Nichalos knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Sepulveda is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Nichalos has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB#
Sepulveda thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Sepulveda thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Nichalos is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.#SUB#
Sepulveda thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T4##SUB#
Sepulveda tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Nichalos wants to get back to his feet but Sepulveda drags him back down.#SUB#
Sepulveda is trying to get an arm triangle but Nichalos is defending well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Sepulveda working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Sepulveda prevents Nichalos from escaping the position.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nichalos prevents Sepulveda from improving position.
Nichalos is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Sepulveda has just dragged him back down to the mat.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
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 Alejandro Sepulveda will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Nichalos cracks Sepulveda with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Nichalos listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Nichalos might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.#TD#
Sepulveda shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Nichalos napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Nichalos tries to escape but Sepulveda is in control. #SUB#
Sepulveda tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Sepulveda has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB#
Sepulveda looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Sepulveda prevents Nichalos from escaping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Sepulveda tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Sepulveda has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Nichalos is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Nichalos prevents Sepulveda from improving position.
Nichalos wants to get back to his feet.#T1##SUB#
Sepulveda is trying to get an arm triangle but Nichalos is defending well. #SUB#
Sepulveda is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Nichalos has escaped the position, nice work there.
Nichalos is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Sepulveda has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Alejandro Sepulveda overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Sepulveda thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Nichalos is trying to get back to his feet.
Sepulveda tries to move to mount but Nichalos blocks the move with his legs.
Sepulveda is working hard here to advance position.
Nichalos is trying to get back to his feet.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Sepulveda is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Nichalos knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Sepulveda tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Sepulveda has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB#
Sepulveda wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Nichalos, who protects the arm well.
Nichalos is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Nichalos prevents Sepulveda from improving position. #SUB#
Sepulveda working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T3#
Nichalos prevents Sepulveda from moving into mount.
Sepulveda prevents Nichalos from escaping the position.#SUB#
Sepulveda looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Nichalos is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Sepulveda has just dragged him back down to the mat.#SUB#
Sepulveda is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Nichalos knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Sepulveda is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Nichalos knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Sepulveda is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nichalos can do to turn this around?#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB#
Sepulveda is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Nichalos is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Nichalos pushes Sepulveda away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Sepulveda gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#SUB#
Sepulveda thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Nichalos wants to get back to his feet but Sepulveda drags him back down.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sepulveda has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Nichalos is looking to get back to his feet - it's going to be hard from this position.#SUB#
Sepulveda has hold of Nichalos's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Nichalos manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alejandro Sepulveda dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R3#
Nichalos throws a jab when Sepulveda was well out of range.
Nichalos misses with a left hand
and Sepulveda counters with a series of strikes. Nichalos will be more careful next time no doubt.
Sepulveda throws a series of punches but Nichalos moves out of range.
Nichalos loads up on a big right hand but Sepulveda slips the punch.
Sepulveda ducks under a wild hook from Nichalos.
Sepulveda throws a one two combo.
Nichalos stuffs the takedown.
Nichalos throws a hook to the side of Sepulveda's head but Sepulveda sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#TD#
Sepulveda throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Nichalos was covering up waiting for the punch and Sepulveda finishes the takedown easily into guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sepulveda trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Nichalos is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Sepulveda is controlling him.
Nichalos is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Sepulveda pushing down on Nichalos's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T1#
Nichalos wants to get back to his feet.#SUB#
Sepulveda is looking for a kimura but Nichalos is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Sepulveda to get the leverage.
Nichalos is trying to stand.
Nichalos really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Sepulveda. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Sepulveda is working for a kimura but Nichalos is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB#
Sepulveda is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Nichalos has managed to free his arm - good work.
Nichalos is trying to stand up here but Sepulveda is controlling him well. #SUB#
Sepulveda is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Nichalos has managed to free his arm - good work.
Nichalos wants to get back to his feet.
Sepulveda works his foot free and advances to mount. #SUB#
Sepulveda working for a submission but Nichalos is keeping him at bay. #T2##SUB#
Sepulveda has hold of Nichalos's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Nichalos manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Nichalos prevents Sepulveda from taking his back.
Nichalos is trying to escape but when you're mounted that's not too easy.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Nichalos can do anything to dispel that myth.#SUB#
Sepulveda is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Nichalos to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Nichalos shrugs it off.
Nichalos wants to try and get back to his feet.#SUB#
Sepulveda looking to secure an arm triangle but Nichalos defends it well.
Nichalos has given up his back. Will we see Sepulveda going for some submissions? #T3#
Nichalos wants to get back to his feet.
Nichalos is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Sepulveda off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.#SUB#
Nichalos preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Sepulveda.
Nichalos is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet. #SUB#
Nichalos fending off the submission attempt from Sepulveda.
Nichalos wants to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Sepulveda looking for the choke from the back.
Nichalos is trying to stand back up. #SUB#
Sepulveda patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?#T4#
Nichalos trying to get back to his feet but Sepulveda is in full control for now.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Sepulveda is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Nichalos has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #SUB#
Sepulveda looking to break Nichalos's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Nichalos remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Sepulveda will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alejandro Sepulveda clearly takes that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R4#
Nichalos swings widly with a right hand
and Sepulveda counters with a nice uppercut.
Nichalos waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Sepulveda.
Danga de danga de dang - Sepulveda scores with a four punch combination!
Sepulveda swats away the attempt to clinch by Nichalos.
The fight stays on the outside here - Nichalos looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Sepulveda throws a body kick that misses.
Nichalos is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Nichalos throws the left hand but Sepulveda avoids the punch easily.
Sepulveda with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Nichalos throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sepulveda sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Nichalos jabs at Sepulveda's body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Sepulveda shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Sepulveda was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nichalos is pushing Sepulveda's head away, looking to escape. Sepulveda manages to hold on to the position though.#SUB#
Sepulveda tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Sepulveda has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T1#
Sepulveda advances to full mount. #SUB#
Sepulveda has hold of Nichalos's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Nichalos manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Nichalos squirming around on the bottom, looking to escape. #SUB#
Sepulveda is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Nichalos to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Nichalos shrugs it off.
Nichalos tries to buck Sepulveda off but he can't manage it. #SUB#
Sepulveda is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Nichalos to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Nichalos shrugs it off.
Nichalos is trying to get to the cage to help him get back to his feet. #SUB#
Sepulveda wants to finish this one by submission but Nichalos is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Sepulveda.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Nichalos is trying to get back to his feet but can't. #SUB#
Nichalos defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Sepulveda. #T2##SUB#
Sepulveda looking to secure an arm triangle but Nichalos defends it well.
Nichalos squirming around on the bottom, looking to escape.
Sepulveda seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Nichalos is holding on tight. #ES2#
Nichalos somehow manages to escape the mount and get back to his feet!
Sepulveda lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Nichalos circles away quickly and effectively.
Nichalos punishes Sepulveda's body with a nice straight punch.
Nichalos throws a hook but Sepulveda blocks it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sepulveda swinging wildly here.
Nichalos throws a body shot but no joy.
Sepulveda uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Nichalos.
Sepulveda slips under a jab.#T3#
Nichalos swings for the body but Sepulveda moves out of range.
A nice inside leg kick there by Sepulveda. That's going to slow Nichalos down.
Nichalos misses with an uppercut. Sepulveda saw that one coming.
A looping hook to the body misses from Nichalos. Sepulveda does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sepulveda scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Nichalos avoids a punch combination nicely.
Sepulveda lands a lovely overhand right.
Sepulveda lands with a straight right. Nichalos didn't see that one coming.
Nichalos misses with a left hand
and Nichalos takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Sepulveda defending well as Nichalos loads up on a big left hand.
Nichalos takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Sepulveda misses with a few strikes there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sepulveda misses with a few strikes there.
Sepulveda changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#T4##CL2#
Nichalos clinches up against the cage.
Nichalos misses with an elbow over the top.
Nichalos stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Nichalos lands a shot to the body.
Sepulveda is looking for a takedown.
Sepulveda blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Nichalos working aggressively here.
A nice right hand lands inside from Nichalos.
Nichalos misses with a punch to the body.
Nichalos tries to work over Sepulveda's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A short uppercut from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda can't get the takedown.
Sepulveda blocks a body shot from Nichalos.
Sepulveda fails to pull the fight into his guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Alejandro Sepulveda. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nichalos is pressed up against the cage. Sepulveda has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Nichalos down to the mat. Nichalos avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Nichalos throws a hook but Sepulveda blocks it.
Nichalos throws a hook but Sepulveda blocks it.
Nichalos just misses with a punch to the body.
Sepulveda misses with a double jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alejandro Sepulveda had his way with Jacoby Nichalos in that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R5#
Sepulveda throws a one two combo.
Nichalos misses the jab.
Sepulveda defending well as Nichalos loads up on a big left hand.
A swing and a miss from Nichalos.
Sepulveda lands a right hook to the body.
Sepulveda defending well as Nichalos loads up on a big left hand.
Nichalos takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Sepulveda lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Sepulveda fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Nichalos misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda misses with a double jab.
Sepulveda dives in for a single leg takedown but Nichalos sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sepulveda ducks under a wild hook from Nichalos.
Sepulveda throws a right and a left that Nichalos avoids nicely.
Nichalos looks to score with a jab to the body but Sepulveda is just out of range.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Sepulveda works Nichalos's body with a nice hook.
Sepulveda throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Nichalos. #T1#
Sepulveda misses the shot to the body. #TD#
Sepulveda shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Sepulveda was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Nichalos is trying to buck Sepulveda off.#ES2#
Nichalos explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Sepulveda walks into a jab.
Nichalos looks to land a left hand but Sepulveda moved out of range nicely.
Sepulveda throws a series of punches but Nichalos avoids them all with ease.
Nichalos on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nichalos throws a looping overhand right but Sepulveda ducks down to avoid it.
Nichalos misses with an uppercut.
Jacoby Nichalos is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nichalos throws a hook but Sepulveda blocks it.#T2#
Nichalos misses with an uppercut
and Nichalos takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Sepulveda comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#TD#
Sepulveda gets a takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Sepulveda is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Nichalos has managed to free his arm - good work.
Sepulveda tries to pass to full mount but Nichalos defends it.
Sepulveda prevents Nichalos from standing back up. #SUB#
Sepulveda is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Nichalos won't allow Sepulveda to pass to mount. #T3##SUB#
Sepulveda looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique. #SUB#
Sepulveda is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Nichalos is just riding it out for now. Sepulveda eventually gives up the hold.
Nichalos looks like he's trying to stand up. #SUB#
Sepulveda is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Nichalos is just riding it out for now. Sepulveda eventually gives up the hold.
Jacoby Nichalos has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Sepulveda is pressing down on Nichalos's thigh, looking to free his foot. Nichalos is holding on for now.
Nichalos looks like he's trying to stand up. #SUB#
Sepulveda is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Nichalos has managed to free his arm - good work.
Sepulveda is looking to advance position but Nichalos won't allow it. #SUB#
Sepulveda is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB2#
Nichalos looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.

And that's the end of the fight!
Alejandro Sepulveda showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Sepulveda, 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 50:45
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 50:45
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 50:45

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alejandro Sepulveda!

Alejandro Sepulveda retains his bantamweight title!
Alejandro Sepulveda bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

 

Event: MMAHelsinki - 52     
Date:   Aug 07, 2016
#R1#
Stark keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick. #TD#
Sepulveda shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Stark's guard.#ES2#
Stark is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Sepulveda presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
Sepulveda lands with a left to the head. #TD#
Sepulveda lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Stark won't allow Sepulveda to pass to mount.
Stark slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Sepulveda tries to free his leg and advance position but Stark is retaining full guard.
Stark manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Sepulveda manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB##SUB#
Sepulveda throws his legs up looking for a submission but Stark uses it to pass to side control.
Sepulveda is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at LOD-Guts & Glory Gym, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Sepulveda manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Stark wants to take a breather but Sepulveda is having none of it.
Sepulveda is pressing down on Stark's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB#
Sepulveda working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Stark doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Stark manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Stark stands up over Sepulveda, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #T1#
Stark lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Stark is in close to Sepulveda's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Stark preventing the sweep.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Stark lands a couple of digs.#SUB#
Sepulveda isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Stark stacks Sepulveda on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Stark!
Sepulveda might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Sepulveda tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Stark wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB2#
Stark is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Sepulveda is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Sepulveda is looking to reverse the position.
Stark is putting a hurting on Sepulveda here, landing some big shots from side control.
Sepulveda sneaks back into half guard.#T2#
Stark works his way into side control.
Stark works to advance to full mount. Sepulveda defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Sepulveda regains half guard.
Sepulveda is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Sepulveda looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Stark keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Sepulveda gets full guard.
Stark postures up and lands a big shot to Sepulveda's brow. #SUB#
Stark avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB#
Sepulveda escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Stark gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T3#
Stark not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Sepulveda 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.
Stark is stalling in the full guard. #SUB#
Sepulveda has his foot on Stark's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Stark works his way back into a safe position though.
Stark trying to control but Sepulveda is working from the bottom.
Stark with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#SUB#
Sepulveda is looking to cinch up a triangle. Stark throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Sepulveda's body to avoid the submission. Sepulveda has instead reached around Stark's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Sepulveda arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Alejandro Sepulveda!
Alejandro Sepulveda retains his bantamweight title!
Alejandro Sepulveda decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.

 

Event: MMAHelsinki - 44     
Date:   Jun 30, 2016
#R1#
Sepulveda checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Flee cracks Sepulveda with a right hand to the side of the head.
Sepulveda misses with a jab, cross combination.
Flee misses with an uppercut. Sepulveda saw that one coming.
Sepulveda misses with the combination.
Sepulveda needs to keep his hands up - Flee had a free shot at his head there.
Sepulveda misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Flee counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Sepulveda lands a nice looking body shot.
Sepulveda swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sepulveda misses with a hook. Flee ducked under it nicely.
Sepulveda scores with a hook.
Flee throws a nice inside leg kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sepulveda lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Flee circles away quickly and effectively.
Sepulveda's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Sepulveda duly obliges.
Sepulveda misses with the combination.
Sepulveda uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#T1#
Sepulveda throws a nice looking combination but Flee bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Sepulveda misses with a few strikes there.
It seemed like Flee was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Sepulveda throws a right and a left that both miss.
Sepulveda misses with a series of wild punches.
Flee ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Sepulveda closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Flee throws out a loose jab but Sepulveda uses good head movement to avoid it.
Flee keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sepulveda misses with a double jab.
Sepulveda tries to move into range but Flee moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Flee has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Flee, right into the meat.
Flee lands a jab to the head.
Flee lands with a kick to the ribs.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sepulveda takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Sepulveda misses with a wild combination. #T2#
Flee throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Sepulveda.
Flee looks to land a left hand but Sepulveda moved out of range nicely.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Flee enables Sepulveda to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Flee manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.#ES2#
Flee uses the cage to get back to his feet.
A cross from Flee lands.
Sepulveda misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Flee.
Nice uppercut there from Flee.
Sepulveda fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Flee is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Flee lands with a good body shot.
Flee dodges the punch combination from Sepulveda.
Flee wants to land a leg kick but Sepulveda is out of range.
Flee is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
No joy there for Sepulveda, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Sepulveda is looking to wear down Flee with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Sepulveda dives in for a single leg takedown but Flee sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
It seemed like Flee was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Sepulveda throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Flee to counter with a crisp jab. #T3#
Sepulveda misses with a series of wild punches.
Flee throws a leg kick which misses Sepulveda's front leg but catches the back leg as Sepulveda tries to avoid it.
The crowd cheers as Flee lands an impressive looking overhand right. Sepulveda doesn't seem phased though.
Alejandro Sepulveda seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Flee throws a body shot but no joy.
Sepulveda connects with a crisp jab.
Flee ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Sepulveda throws a shot from downtown. Flee moves away and avoids it.
Flee throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Flee pushes Sepulveda away with a front kick.
Sepulveda rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Flee moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Flee swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Flee feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Sepulvedas jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Flee looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Sepulveda takes one on the button.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sepulveda takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Sepulveda takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders. #T4#
Flee lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Sepulveda darts in looking for a takedown but Flee gets double underhooks and turns Sepulveda into the cage.
Flee takes one to the chin there.
Flee fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Sepulveda on the side of the head.
Sepulveda throws a lazy head kick
and Sepulveda takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Sepulveda has a takedown stuffed.
Flee appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Alejandro Sepulveda. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Sepulveda dives in and scores a takedown into Flee's guard.
Sepulveda is breathing heavily.
Flee tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Flee told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Flee bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Sepulveda's guard. #REVB#
Sepulveda seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Flee trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.#SUB#
Sepulveda has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Flee can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Sepulveda escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Flee gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bruce Flee 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#
Sepulveda throws a right and a left that both miss.
Flee scores with a sloppy right hand. Sepulveda should have avoided that one.
Sepulveda moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Sepulveda.
Nice jab there from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Flee is fending him off so far but Sepulveda persists. Nope, Flee circles away and we're back to standing.
Sepulveda drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Sepulveda has a takedown stuffed.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Alejandro Sepulveda. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Flee is looking to slow Sepulveda down with leg kicks.
Sepulveda lands with an overhand left.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Flee throws a lazy head kick
and Sepulveda counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Sepulveda shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Flee takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Sepulveda takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #T1#
Sepulveda gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Flee chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Flee scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#TD#
Sepulveda scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Sepulveda wants to pass the guard but Flee is defending well.
Flee trying to hold on to Sepulveda's head to control him but Sepulveda postures up.
Flee really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Sepulveda. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Flee keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Flee tries to roll over but Sepulveda keeps him under control.#SUB#
Sepulveda is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Flee sees it coming and defends easily.
Sepulveda working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Flee's thigh. Flee counters though and makes it back to full guard. #T2##SUB#
Sepulveda drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Flee manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Sepulveda has Flee in his guard.#REVB##SUB#
Sepulveda looking for subs off his back but Flee has passed one foot through into half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Flee is taking a breather. Sepulveda says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Sepulveda manages to get to full guard. #T3##SUB#
Sepulveda working for submissions but it's allowed Flee to get to half guard. #SU2#
Flee stands up and beckons Sepulveda to join him on the feet.
Sepulveda loads up on a big right hand but Flee slips the punch.
Flee has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Flee there as he acknowledges the shot.
Sepulveda tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Flee is able to avoid easily.
Flee tries a quick counter leg kick but Sepulveda is wise to it.
Flee tries to score with a low kick but Sepulveda moves his leg out of the way.
Flee throws a shot from downtown. Sepulveda moves away and avoids it.
Sepulveda is looking for a counter combo.
Flee ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Sepulveda misses with a two punch combination.
Sepulveda throws a series of punches but Flee avoids them all with ease.
Bruce Flee seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Sepulveda takes a shot right to the bread basket.#T4#
Sepulveda walks into a jab.
Sepulveda looks to land a combination but Flee avoids it well.
Flee jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Flee with a hook.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A punch combination from Sepulveda misses.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Flee keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda looks for a takedown but Flee sprawls well.
Sepulveda will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Flee looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Flee dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Sepulveda misses with a lunging right hand
and Flee counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Flee uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Sepulveda has time to react.
Flee chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Flee throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Sepulveda rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Flee moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bruce Flee 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!
#R3#
Flee digs a good hook to Sepulveda's body.
Flee connects with a right hand. Sepulveda shakes it off.
Sepulveda throws a one two combo.
A lazy left from Flee finds it's target.
Sepulveda throws a nice looking combination but Flee bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Sepulveda lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Flee circles away quickly and effectively.
Sepulveda throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
An inside leg kick lands from Flee.
Sepulveda takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Alejandro Sepulveda is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Flee connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Sepulveda's hands.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sepulveda lands a jab to the nose.
Sepulveda on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Flee. Flee obviously looking to wear him down.
Good shot there by Flee.
Crunch! Flee slams his shin into Sepulveda's torso.
Flee has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Nice uppercut there from Flee.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Sepulveda lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Sepulveda staying out of range there.#T1#
Nice cross by Flee.
Flee lands a jab.
Sepulveda moves out of range of the strikes.
Flee keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Sepulveda is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
A left lands for Flee.
Sepulveda jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Sepulveda gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Flee.
A right-left combo lands from Sepulveda. #ROC#
Flee is rocked!
Sepulveda lands a brutal uppercut that launches Flee off his feet! Flee tumbles to the floor, barely conscious - the referee jumps in to save him from a beating! Wow, what an ending!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:36 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Alejandro Sepulveda!
Alejandro Sepulveda is the new bantamweight champion!
Alejandro Sepulveda decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.

 

Event: KOTB 43: Sangrar!     
Date:   Apr 30, 2016
#R1#
A chopping leg kick lands by Barristan.
Barristan scores with a jab to the body.
Barristan throws a nice inside leg kick.
A swing and a miss from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda has a takedown stuffed.#TD2#
Sepulveda looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Barristan!#SU2#
Sepulveda stands up.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Sepulveda crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Barristan - the referee stops the clock and Sepulveda gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Barristan. Sepulveda manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Sepulveda misses with a looping right.
Sepulveda missing with a left hand there. Barristan was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Barristan throws a quick counter kick to the body but Sepulveda avoids it.
Barristan feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Sepulveda's calf.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Barristan throws a low kick but Sepulveda avoids it.
A telegraphed right hand from Sepulveda misses the target.
Sepulveda misses with a combination
and Barristan counters with a solid body kick. #T1#
Sepulveda tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Barristan was well out of range. Poor timing from Sepulveda.
Barristan misses with a straight right.
Barristan connects with a leg kick. Sepulveda looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Barristan misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Barristan but Barristan pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Sepulveda 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.
A nice inside leg kick there by Barristan. That's going to slow Sepulveda down.
Sepulveda misses with a jab, cross combination.
A slapping body kick lands there for Barristan.
Sepulveda will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Audley Barristan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alejandro Sepulveda.
Barristan lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Barristan fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Sepulveda misses with a jab, cross combination.
Sepulveda on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Barristan. Barristan obviously looking to wear him down.
Sepulveda shoots in but no luck this time.
Barristan throws a nice inside leg kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Barristan connects with a leg kick. Sepulveda looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Audley Barristan is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#TD2#
Sepulveda throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Barristan was covering up waiting for the punch and Sepulveda finishes the takedown easily into guard. #T2#
Sepulveda stopping the sweep attempt from Barristan.
Sepulveda stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Barristan swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SU2#
Sepulveda decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Barristan, up you get!
Sepulveda throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Barristan sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Sepulveda fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Sepulveda misses with a series of wild punches.
Barristan throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Sepulveda fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Sepulveda's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
An inside leg kick from Barristan misses.
Nice body kick there by Barristan.
Sepulveda moves out of range of the body kick from Barristan.
Sepulveda with the counter takedown but Barristan avoids it easily.#T3#
Barristan thumps Sepulveda with a low kick.
Barristan moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Sepulveda dives in and grabs Barristan's left leg, looking for a takedown. Barristan pushes down on Sepulveda's head and hops out.
Sepulveda takes a kick to the side of the head.
Barristan throws a looping overhand right but Sepulveda ducks down to avoid it.
Barristan scoring well with a low kick there.
Barristan tries to move into range but Sepulveda moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Sepulveda on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Barristan. Barristan obviously looking to wear him down.
Barristan lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Barristan loads up on a big right hand but Sepulveda slips the punch.
Sloppy strikes from Sepulveda. Those never looked like landing.
Sepulveda takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
No joy there for Sepulveda, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A slapping body kick lands there for Barristan.
Alejandro Sepulveda seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sepulveda avoids the head kick by Barristan.
Barristan bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Barristan fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Good leg kick by Barristan there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud. #T4#
Sepulveda fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Sepulveda throws a series of punches but Barristan avoids them all with ease.
The fighters circle momentarily. Sepulveda darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Sepulveda misses with a body shot.
Barristan half committed to a counter leg kick.
Barristan dodges the punch combination from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda cracks Barristan with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Sepulveda scores with a punch to the head.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Barristan.
Barristan on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Barristan misses with a body kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sepulveda moves out of range of the body kick from Barristan.
Barristan tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Barristan throws a low kick but it's checked well by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Sepulveda throws out a counter right but Barristan avoids it with no problem.
Barristan throws a head kick that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Audley Barristan dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Sepulveda works over Barristan's head and body with a nice combination.#CUT2#
It looks like Audley Barristan has been cut.
A nice leg kick lands there from Barristan.
A cross from Barristan lands.
Sepulveda scores to the head and body with a nice combination!#ROC2#
Barristan is rocked!
Sepulveda throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Oh Barristan is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Barristan scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Barristan tries to work over Sepulveda's front leg with a kick but Sepulveda checks it.
Sepulveda throws a right and a left that both miss.
Alejandro Sepulveda is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Sepulveda throws a big shot that misses.
Sepulveda throws a hook but Barristan 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!
Sepulveda cracks Barristan with a good jab.
Barristan dodges the punch combination from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda avoids the body shot from Barristan.
Some wild striking there from Sepulveda.
Barristan slips under a jab.
Sepulveda blocks a leg kick.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Barristan.
Barristan pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Barristan throws a nice outside leg kick.
Barristan throws a leg kick but Sepulveda sees it coming and moves out of range.
Barristan throws a wild hook but Sepulveda just manages to duck under it and - ooooh! Barristan gets nailed by a brutal uppercut which crumples him back against the cage! The referee jumps in - Sepulveda raises his hands in celebration and walks away!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:53 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Alejandro Sepulveda!
Alejandro Sepulveda was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 

 
 
 
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