Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: PANDA 47
Date: Nov 20, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Harris throws a nice looking combination but Machado bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Machado flicks out a counter leg kick but Harris steps away.
Machado swings for the body but Harris moves out of range.
Harris throws a body shot but no joy.
Harris dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Harris misses with a left hand
and Machado counters with a two punch combo.
Machado moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Harris throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Machado slips under a jab.
Machado misses with the combination.
Harris was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Harris throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Machado has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Harris fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Machado.
No joy there for Harris, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Harris throws a shot to the body.
Harris looks to score with a jab to the body but Machado is just out of range.
Machado shoots in looking for a takedown. Harris tries to sprawl out of it but Machado keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Harris manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T1#
Harris cracks Machado with a right hand to the side of the head.
Harris tries to work over Machado's front leg with a kick but Machado checks it.
Harris works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#ROC#Machado is rocked!
Harris lunges in with a left hook that violently twists Machado head around and knocks him out cold! Harris hops onto the cage and yells out at the top of his lungs - Yeeeeeeeeaaaaaaaaah! They're showing the replay on the big screens now; that was nasty! I hope one of the photographers got a good shot of it.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Cochise Harris!
Xander Machado was interviewed post fight and said 'No Worries Homies, Gonna Train Hard And Win Next Fight'.

Event: PANDA 35
Date: Oct 24, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Robertsson shoots in looking for a takedown. Machado tries to sprawl out of it but Robertsson keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Machado manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Robertsson tries to close the distance and clinch up but Machado swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Machado throws a quick counter kick to the body but Robertsson avoids it.
Robertsson avoids the head kick by Machado.
Robertsson tries to clinch up
and Machado counters with a left and a right that stings Robertsson. #CL2#
Robertsson has taken the fight to the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Robertsson wants to take the fight to the mat but Machado manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Robertsson has a couple of punches blocked by Machado.
Robertsson wants a takedown but no success here.
Xander Machado has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Robert Robertsson.
Robertsson wants a takedown. #T1#
Machado stops a takedown attempt from Robertsson.
Robertsson goes for a takedown in the clinch but Machado prevents it.
Robertsson has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Machado is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Robertsson prevents a takedown attempt there.
Machado gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Robertsson.
We've been hearing reports that Machado has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Machado gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Robertsson.
Robertsson looking for a takedown. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Robertsson is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Machado is defending well.#TD2#
Robertsson gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Robertsson is pressing down on Machado's thigh, looking to free his foot. Machado is holding on for now.
Robertsson keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Machado is looking for a sweep. Robertsson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Machado controlling the position for now.
My spies in Crapollas Gym inform me that Robertsson has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Machado blocking the ground and pound attempt from Robertsson.
Machado wants to improve his position but Robertsson is controlling well.
The referee calls for the fighters to work. #T3#
Machado is pressing down on Robertsson's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Machado controlling the position.
Robertsson looking to pass the guard.
Machado has his hands on Robertsson's head, controlling the position.
Machado'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.
Machado 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.
Robertsson controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Robertsson preventing the sweep. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Robertsson looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Machado is fending him off so far but Robertsson persists. Nope, Machado circles away and we're back to standing.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Machado looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Robertsson is fending him off so far but Machado persists. Nope, Robertsson circles away and we're back to standing.#TD2#
Robertsson shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Machado napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Robertsson trying to control the position but Machado is working away.
You can see the frustration on Machado's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Machado tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Robertsson wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
You can see the frustration on Machado's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Robertsson is looking to take a break and control but Machado is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Machado keeps Robertsson under control for a moment.
Machado manages to get back to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Robert Robertsson will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2##TD#
Machado scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Robertsson is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.#SUB#
Machado is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Robertsson defends it well.
Machado is pressing down on Robertsson's thigh, looking to free his foot. Robertsson is holding on for now.
Robertsson tries to get to full guard but Machado has control of the leg.
Machado trying to control from half guard but Robertsson is working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Machado seems to be looking for submissions.
Machado tries to pass to full mount but Robertsson defends it. #T1#
Machado content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Robertsson wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Machado is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Robertsson moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Machado trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Machado trying to control the position from guard on top but Robertsson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Robertsson wants to sweep here but Machado controlling him for the moment.
Robertsson controlling Machado's posture.
Robert Robertsson has got the better of the ground game so far.
Machado pushing down on Robertsson's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Robertsson tries to roll over but Machado keeps him under control.
Machado is keen to just control but Robertsson is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Machado is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Robertsson has managed to free his arm - good work.
Machado wants to control but Robertsson is keeping him busy. #T3##SUB#
Machado is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Robertsson is just riding it out for now. Machado eventually gives up the hold.
Machado wants to control but Robertsson is keeping him busy.
Robertsson is trying to maintain the position but Machado is very close to passing his half guard.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Robertsson shoots in looking for a takedown. Machado tries to sprawl out of it but Robertsson keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Machado manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #TD#
Machado closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Robertsson to the mat! Robertsson manages to get full guard. #T4#
Robertsson has his hands on Machado's head, controlling the position.
Machado wants to pass the guard but Robertsson is keeping the position.
Machado is working hard here to advance position.
Machado 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#
Machado drops back, looking for a kneebar! Robertsson looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Robertsson looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Robertsson! #REVB#
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Machado can't do much from the bottom here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Xander Machado dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Robertsson wants to clinch
and Machado counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Robertsson connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Machado momentarily.
Machado looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Robertsson is fending him off so far but Machado persists. Nope, Robertsson circles away and we're back to standing.
Machado throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Robertsson.
Robertsson stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Robertsson wants it to stay on the feet.
Machado connects with a leg kick.
Machado throws a sloppy head kick and Robertsson moves out of range easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Robertsson dives in and grabs Machado's left leg, looking for a takedown. Machado pushes down on Robertsson's head and hops out.
Robertsson misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#CL2#
Robertsson closes the distance and clinches. #T1#
Machado blocking some punches.
Machado prevents the takedown attempt.
Xander Machado has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Robert Robertsson.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Machado.
Robertsson is looking for a takedown.
Stalling in the clinch from Machado. #TD2#
Robertsson has Machado pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Robertsson pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Machado tumbling to the mat - Robertsson dives into Machado's guard.
Machado looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T2#
Machado looking for a sweep. Not yet Machado, not yet.
Machado can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Robertsson controls the pace.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
Machado will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Machado wants to hit a sweep here but Robertsson passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Machado there!
Machado tries to reverse the position but Robertsson maintains control.#T3#
Robertsson tries to control but Machado wriggling away.
Machado slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Machado wants to improve his position but Robertsson is controlling well.
Robertsson is looking to stall here but Machado recovers full guard.
Machado looking to control.
Machado manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Robertsson manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR##T4#
Machado trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Machado wants to control from the top but Robertsson keeps moving.
Machado trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Machado has gone for a leg lock! Robertsson slips out almost immediately though and dives into Machado's guard.#REVB#
Machado trying to control the position here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Machado looking to hit a scissor sweep but Robertsson is one step ahead there.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Robert Robertsson.
I think Robertsson 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 Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 28:29
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 28:29
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Robert Robertsson!
Robert Robertsson 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.
Xander Machado was interviewed post fight and said 'No Worries Homies, Gonna Train Hard And Win Next Fight'.

Event: PANDA 24
Date: Sep 29, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Manners swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
We've been informed that Manners 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.
Manners waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Machado.
Manners misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Machado.
As Manners looks to move away, Machado throws a big counter combo but Manners just gets out of the way.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Manners crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Machado - the referee stops the clock and Manners gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Machado. Manners manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Machado swats away the attempt to clinch by Manners.
A lazy body kick from Manners #TD#
and Machado counters with a takedown into side control. #ES2#
Manners explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Manners looks to throw the jab but Machado is out of range.
Manners tests Machado's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Machado moves out of range of the body kick from Manners.
Manners waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Machado.
Manners rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Machado moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Machado scores with a one two! Manners had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. #CUT#It looks like Matt Manners has been cut.
Machado looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#T1#
Good standup being displayed there by Manners as he connects with a hook.#TD#
Machado changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Manners looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.#SUB#
Machado has hold of Manners's arm here. He's working for an Americana. It looks like he might have it! Manners tries to escape but he's just digging himself in deeper - Machado cranks the arm and Manners screams in pain! The ref makes a decision and ends the fight before the tap - no complains from Manners, who is just happy to have his arm attached to his body.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Xander Machado!
A very excited looking Xander Machado 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: PANDA 14
Date: Aug 25, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Murley misses with a double jab.
Murley needs to keep his hands up - Machado had a free shot at his head there.
Murley throws a body shot but no joy.
Murley dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Murley throws a jab but it's blocked by Machado.
Machado takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Machado fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Machado slips under a jab.
Machado throws a sloppy head kick and Murley moves out of range easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Machado closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Murley did well to prevent Machado getting side control.
Murley has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Machado is working away from the top position though.
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!
Murley is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Machado's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Machado's back!
Machado looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #T1#
Murley has good solid back control here.
Machado trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Machado can't escape the position.
Machado is working hard here to advance position.
Machado trying to control but not successfully.
Murley slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish. #T2#
Let's hope that Murley 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.
Machado is in bad spot here.
I would not like to be Machado right now.
Machado looking to stop the rear naked choke attempt by controlling the hands.
Machado looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Will Murley go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Good control from Murley.
Murley doesn't have the hooks in and Machado manages to turn into his guard.
Murley 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.#T3#
Machado passes Murley's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Machado is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Murley is staying active underneath Machado, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Murley is holding on to half guard well.
Machado perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #SUB#
Machado is looking for a kimura but Murley is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Machado to get the leverage.
Murley is looking to control Machado's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Murley avoid being mounted?
Murley might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Machado haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Murley is looking to improve his position. #T4#
Machado perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Murley gets back to full guard.
Machado trying to control the position from guard on top but Murley is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Murley controlling Machado's posture.
Machado wants to pass the guard but Murley is keeping the position.
Murley is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Machado is stalling in the full guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Murley lands with a straight right. Machado didn't see that one coming.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Scott Murley will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Murley misses with a looping right.
Machado wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
A telegraphed right hand from Murley misses the target.
Machado seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Murley throws the left hand but Machado avoids the punch easily.
Machado avoids the body shot from Murley.
An attempted straight right counter from Machado misses the target.
Murley throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Murley with a nice cross.
Murley throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Murley looks to land a combination. Machado sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Scott Murley seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Machado moves out of range as Murley strikes.
Machado tries to counter by clinching up but Murley breaks away and moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado misses with a jab, cross combination.
Murley misses with a leg kick.
Murley swings and misses with a hook to the body. #TD#
Machado drives through with a takedown into Murley's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Murley has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Machado wants to control from the top but Murley keeps moving. #T1#
Murley is pulling down on Machado's head. It's preventing any offense from Machado, at least for the moment.
Machado trying to control but Murley is working from the bottom.
Murley tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Murley can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Machado controls the pace.#SUB#
Machado 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.
Murley looking to control.
Machado pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Murley is keeping the position for now. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Murley wants to sweep here but Machado controlling him for the moment.
Machado is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Murley wants to sweep but no luck.
Machado looking to sit in guard and control but Murley gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Murley wants to control from the top but Machado keeps moving.
Machado 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.
Murley trying to control but Machado is working from the bottom.
Machado tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Machado is trying to keep Murley in close. #T3#
Machado looking for a sweep. Not yet Machado, not yet.
Machado seems keen to control Murley's posture.
Murley engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Machado wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Machado manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Murley manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR##SUB#
Machado drops back looking for a leg! Murley is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Murley manages to kick Machado off! Machado jumps back into Murley's guard.
Machado is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Murley 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.
Murley has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Machado trying to control but Murley is working from the bottom.
Murley has his hands on Machado's head, controlling the position.
Murley really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Machado. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Machado looking to pass the guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Scott Murley will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Murley scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Murley digs a good body shot into Machado's ribs.
Machado slips a straight right by Murley.
A quick step to the side and Machado tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Machado ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Murley waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Machado.
Murley just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromMachado.
Murley bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Machado's head.
A jab from Murley misses.
Murley bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Machado's head.#ROC2#Machado is rocked!
Murley lands a big uppercut and this one is all over! His foe lies motionless on the canvas - a massive one punch knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:49 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Scott Murley!
Xander Machado spoke after the fight, saying 'No Worries Homies, Gonna Train Hard And Win Next Fight'.

Event: PANDA 7
Date: Jul 31, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Killer.
Machado throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Killer darts in looking for a takedown but Machado gets double underhooks and turns Killer into the cage.
Killer misses with a takedown attempt #CL#
and Machado counters by clinching up.
Xander Machado has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Chief Killer.#BC#
Machado pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Killer fails with the takedown#TD#
and Machado counters with a nice double leg into side control. Killer won't be happy with that.
Killer misses with a strike from the bottom.
Killer is trying to improve his position.
Killer is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#SUB#
Machado wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Killer, who protects the arm well.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Machado working away.#T1#
Killer tries to buck Machado off but Machado is having none of it.
Killer really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Machado. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Machado tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Killer tries to bench press Machado off him but Machado keeps the position. #SUB#
Machado is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Killer is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Machado wants to lay and pray for a moment but Killer keeps working.
Killer is trying to escape the position but Machado is controlling the position.
Machado works to advance to full mount. Killer defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Machado content just to control the position here. #T2#
Killer is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Machado controlling the position easily from mount.
Machado has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Killer is desperately trying to improve his position but Machado has a good base and remains in mount.#SUB#
Machado is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Killer to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Killer shrugs it off.
Killer tries to reverse the position but Machado maintains control.
Machado looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Machado controlling from mount.
Killer has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.#T3#
Machado trying to control but Killer is having none of it.
Killer is in all sorts of trouble here. #SUB#
Machado looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Killer can't escape the position.
Killer keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Machado is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Killer can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Machado controlling the pace for now. #SUB#
Machado jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Killer manages to avoid the submission attempt. #SUB#
Machado working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T4#
Machado has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Killer!
Machado tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Killer is working to get back to half guard.
Machado controlling from mount.
Killer is desperately trying to improve his position but Machado has a good base and remains in mount.#SUB#
Machado looking for a guillotine from mount but Killer is having none of it.
Machado controlling from mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Xander Machado dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Killer is trying hard to land a takedown here. Machado sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Killer shoots for a double leg takedown but Machado sprawls well. He's pushed Killer's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #TD#
Machado scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #SUB2#
Killer looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Killer is looking to improve his position. #SUB#
Machado is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Killer is trying to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The referee calls for the fighters to work. #SUB2#
Killer is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Machado pulls his head out easily.
Machado is trying to control. Killer wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T1##SUB#
Machado is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Killer wants to control but Machado is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Killer tries to get to full guard but Machado has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Killer looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Killer is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Machado pulls his head out easily.
Killer is breathing heavily.#SUB#
Killer is defending against the submission attempts here by Machado.
Machado is trying to control the action in half guard but Killer is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Machado slows the pace down in half guard. #T2##SUB#
Killer is defending against the submission attempts here by Machado.
Xander Machado overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Machado slows the pace down in half guard.
Machado trying to control from half guard but Killer is working away. #SUB2#
Killer looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Machado is looking for a kimura but Killer is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Machado to get the leverage.
Killer is looking for a sweep. Machado is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Machado is looking for a kimura but Killer is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Machado to get the leverage. #T3##SUB2#
Killer looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Machado wants to take a breather but Killer is having none of it.
Machado is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Killer can do to turn this around?
Killer is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Machado's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Machado's back!
Killer lands shots from the back.
Machado has his hands over his head blocking the strikes from Killer.
Machado trying to control the hands but Killer won't let him.
Killer is controlling the position but Machado somehow manages to roll and ends up with half guard.
Killer thows a huge punch but Machado dodges it nicely.
Machado works his way to full guard. Good work.
Machado lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Machado trying to control the position from guard on top but Killer is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4##SUB2#
Killer is looking for a triangle here but Machado uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Machado controls the position. #SUB#
Machado in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Killer is tapping! That's the end of the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:40 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Xander Machado!
Xander Machado thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: PANDA 4
Date: Jul 14, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Machado throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Machado staying out of range there.
Machado is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Sharma has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Death Valley Training Facility in the buildup to the fight.
The fight stays on the outside here - Sharma looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Sharma pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Sharma scores with a hook to the body. Machado takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Sharma scores with a leg kick.
Sharma fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Machado manages to avoid it.
Sharma throws a jab when Machado was well out of range.
Machado tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Machado moves out of range of the leg kick from Sharma.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado checks a leg kick nicely.
Sharma throws an overhand right that lands on Machado's shoulder, as Machado tries to avoid the shot.
Machado is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Machado misses with a takedown
enabling Sharma to counter with a crisp jab. #T1#
Sharma tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Machado was well out of range. Poor timing from Sharma.
Rohith Sharma is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Sharma thumps Machado with a low kick.
A right-left combo lands from Machado.
Sharma throws a head kick that misses.
Sharma takes a swing at Machado's ribcage but misses.
A slapping leg kick lands for Sharma.
Machado throws a sloppy head kick and Sharma moves out of range easily.
Machado slips under a jab.
Sharma misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Machado.
Sharma swings for the body but Machado moves out of range.
Machado avoids a punch combination nicely.
A jab from Sharma misses. #T2#
Some bone on bone action there as Machado checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Machado with the counter takedown but Sharma avoids it easily.
Sharma attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
A left lands for Sharma.
Sharma loads up on a big right hand but Machado slips the punch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A solid leg kick lands there for Sharma.
Machado throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sharma throws a body punch but Machado moves out of range.
Sharma uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Machado has time to react.
A telegraphed right hand from Sharma misses the target.
Machado wants to counter the offense by Sharma and move into the clinch position.
Nice straight punches there by Sharma. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Sharma.
Machado defending well as Sharma loads up on a big left hand.
Machado is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Sharma with a body shot.
Machado tries a head kick but it misses.
Sharma misses with a straight left.
A big left from Sharma misses. #T3#
Machado pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Sharma throwing a counter right hand but Machado manages to avoid it.
Sharma cracks Machado with a right hand to the side of the head.
Sharma is looking to slow Machado down with leg kicks.
Machado takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Sharma tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Sharma misses with a wild combination.
A low kick from Sharma is predictable there
and Machado counters with a series of strikes. Sharma will be more careful next time no doubt.
Machado misses with a wild body shot.
Sharma just misses with a punch to the body.
Sharma looks to land a left hand but Machado moved out of range nicely.
Sharma tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Rohith Sharma seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sharma rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Machado counters with a series of strikes. Sharma will be more careful next time no doubt. #T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Machado displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Sharma throws out the jab.
Machado is looking for the big counter here.
Machado shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Sharma defends it nicely.
Sharma listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Machado throws a leg kick that is checked
and Sharma counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Sharma swings for the body but Machado moves out of range.
Sharma thows a left - swing and a miss!
Machado lands a nice shot to the body.
Machado stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Sharma throws a shot to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Rohith Sharma 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#
Whack! Sharma lands a heavy head kick that drops Machado. The ref tackles Sharma to stop the fight - a great save by the referee because Machado was done.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Head Kick). Rohith Sharma!
Rohith Sharma managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing, into his post fight interview.
Xander Machado was interviewed post fight and said 'No Worries Homies, Gonna Train Hard And Win Next Fight'.

Event: PANDA 1: New Beginning
Date: Jul 03, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Ovchinnikov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Machado.
It looked like Machado was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Ovchinnikov lands a right hook to the body.
Ovchinnikov walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Machado checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Ovchinnikov looks to land a combination but Machado avoids it well.
A nice leg kick lands there from Ovchinnikov.
Machado uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ovchinnikov.
Ovchinnikov scores with a jab to the jaw.#TD#
Machado is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Ovchinnikov's half guard.
Machado slows the pace down in half guard.
Ovchinnikov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Machado wants to work for an arm triangle but Ovchinnikov is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Machado has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #T1##SUB#
Machado is working for a guillotine from mount but Ovchinnikov frees his head quite easily.
Ovchinnikov working to try and regain half guard.
Machado content just to control the position here.
Ovchinnikov manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Ovchinnikov tries to kick Machado off but Machado keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Machado works his foot free and advances to mount.
Machado can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Ovchinnikov is looking to escape. #T2##SUB#
Machado looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Machado jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Ovchinnikov manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Ovchinnikov tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Machado wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Ovchinnikov gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #ES2#
Ovchinnikov kicks off Machado and gets to his feet.
Ovchinnikov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Machado was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Ovchinnikov digs a good hook to Machado's body. #TD#
Machado shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ovchinnikov wants to sweep here but Machado controlling him for the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Machado passes Ovchinnikov's left leg - he's now in half guard. #T3#
Ovchinnikov flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Machado seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Ovchinnikov does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Ovchinnikov won't allow Machado to pass to mount.
Machado looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #SUB#
Machado wants to work for an arm triangle but Ovchinnikov is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Machado is trying to control the action in half guard but Ovchinnikov is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #ES2#
Ovchinnikov kicks off Machado and gets to his feet.
Ovchinnikov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Machado moves away.
Machado has a takedown stuffed.#T4#
A combination from Machado does no damage.
Ovchinnikov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Machado shoots in but Ovchinnikov avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Ovchinnikov scores with a head kick.
A slow jab from Ovchinnikov misses its intended target.
Ovchinnikov scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Machado doesn't seem bothered though.
Ovchinnikov throws out a loose jab but Machado uses good head movement to avoid it.
Machado bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ovchinnikov misses with a hook.
Machado throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Ovchinnikov throws a body shot but no joy.
It looked like Machado was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.#TD#
Machado feints and as Ovchinnikov raises his hands in defense, Machado changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dmitry Ovchinnikov dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Ovchinnikov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Machado counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ovchinnikov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Machado moves away.
Machado defending well as Ovchinnikov loads up on a big left hand.
Ovchinnikov throws a series of punches but Machado moves out of range.
Machado gets cracked there but stands up to it.
A shot to the body from Ovchinnikov misses
and Machado counters with a left and a right that stings Ovchinnikov.
Ovchinnikov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Machado.
Machado displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
A big right from Ovchinnikov misses.
Ovchinnikov lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Machado looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Machado misses with a head kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Machado throws the kick towards the body but Ovchinnikov avoids it.
Ovchinnikov tries to bum rush Machado with a series of wild strikes but Machado uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Machado throws a big counter combination but Ovchinnikov scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Ovchinnikov moves out of range of the body kick.#T1#
Machado throws a head kick that misses.
Ovchinnikov jabs Machado right on the nose. Machado blinks but takes it well.
Ovchinnikov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Ovchinnikov scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Ovchinnikov on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Machado has a takedown stuffed.
Machado looks for a takedown but Ovchinnikov sprawls well.
Ovchinnikov misses with a low kick.
Ovchinnikov connects with a right that clearly hurt Machado. He's backed up against the cage with nowhere to go as Ovchinnikov proceeds to tee off with vicious combinations till Machado collapses and taps out under the pressure!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:51 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Dmitry Ovchinnikov!
A relieved looking Dmitry Ovchinnikov thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
Xander Machado was interviewed post fight and said 'No Worries Homies, Gonna Train Hard And Win Next Fight'.

Event: SAFO 59
Date: May 09, 2020

#R1#
Burns connects with a good right hand that stumbles Machado. Machado circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Victor Burns seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Burns throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Machado counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #CL#
Burns clinches up with Machado and pushes him back against the cage.
Machado has Burns pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Burns manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Machado goes for a takedown attempt but Burns pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Burns throws a front kick aimed at Machado's knee but Machado avoids it well.
Burns shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Machado uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Burns.
Burns tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Machado unleashes a big counter combination but Burns bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Burns misses with a body punch #TD2#
and Machado counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Machado trying to control the position from guard on top but Burns is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Burns 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.
Burns trying to keep a closed guard but Machado is proving a slippery customer.
Burns is adopting a defensive guard.
Machado stopping the sweep attempt from Burns.#T1#
Burns is trying to control the position but Machado postures up.
Machado tries to free his leg and advance position but Burns is retaining full guard.
Machado stopping the sweep attempt from Burns.
Machado postures up.
Machado wants to control from the top but Burns keeps moving.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Burns, right into the meat.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Machado has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Machado shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Burns as he avoids it easily.
Victor Burns has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Xander Machado.
A punch lands to the side of Machado 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Burns misses with an attempted mid kick. #CL#
Burns pushes Machado up against the cage in a clinch.#TD2#
Machado has clasped his hands together around Burns's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2##SUB2#
Machado working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Burns manages to get back to half guard.
Burns tries to roll over but Machado keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Machado is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Machado passes the guard and advances to mount!
Burns might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Burns is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there.
Burns keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Burns manages to regain half guard. Good work. #T3##SUB2#
Machado is looking for a kimura but Burns is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Machado to get the leverage.
Burns regains full guard. Nicely done.
Burns wants to sweep here but Machado controlling him for the moment.
Machado 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.
Burns looking to hit a scissor sweep but Machado is one step ahead there.
Machado passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Machado wants to control but Burns is keeping him busy. #T4#
Burns is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB2#
Machado goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Burns rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Machado's guard! Nice work there by Burns!
Machado preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Burns with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Machado pulls Burns in to control the position.
Machado keeping moving, preventing Burns from controlling successfully.
Machado has Burns pulled in close to control his posture.
Burns with a flurry of punches that miss.
Burns has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Burns lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Burns is fighting to break Machado's control of his arms but Machado is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
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 Victor Burns 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.
#R2#
Burns tries to clinch but Machado is having none of it.
Burns throws a head kick but Machado moves out of range.
Machado is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Burns punishes Machado's body with a nice straight punch.
Burns pushes Machado away with a front kick.
Burns cracks Machado with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Burns stalks Machado and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Machado's face. Machado staggers backwards, shaken.
Burns tries to clinch but Machado moves out of range.
Sloppy strikes from Machado. Those never looked like landing.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Machado checks a leg kick.
Burns wants to clinch up but Machado keeps it at a distance.
Machado tries to counter by closing the distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Burns misses with a straight left.
Burns feints and then cracks Machado's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Machado down.
Burns is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Machado can do to turn this around?
Burns is looking to clinch but Machado is avoiding it.
Burns fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Burns looks to land a right hand but Machado moved out of range.
Despite the aggression on Machado's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.#T1#
Machado on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Burns misses with a body kick.
Despite the aggression on Machado's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Burns throws a body punch but Machado moves out of range.
Machado feints the counter takedown.
Victor Burns is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A jab from Burns misses.
Machado walks into a straight right hand from Burns.
Burns leaves Machado with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Machado takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
A good leg kick by Burns.
A head kick by Burns misses
and Machado counters with a two punch combo.
Burns throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#TD2#
Machado 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.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Machado wants to control from the top but Burns keeps moving.
Burns wants to sweep here but Machado controlling him for the moment. #T2#
Burns 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#
Machado moves into full guard.
Machado tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Machado is controlling Burns's posture.
Burns throws a big right hand that misses.
Machado looking to hit a scissor sweep but Burns is one step ahead there.
Machado 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#
Burns looks like he's trying to stand up. #T3#
Burns has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Machado is working away from the top position though.
Machado prevents Burns from improving his position.
Machado stops Burns from getting back to his feet.
Burns gets full guard.
Machado not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Burns is trying to control the position but Machado postures up.
Machado trying to control but Burns is working from the bottom.
Burns 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#
Burns not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T4#
Burns thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Machado is looking for a sweep. Burns is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Burns wants to control but Machado is keeping him busy.
Machado is pressing down on Burns's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Machado is pulling down on Burns's head to control his posture.
Burns in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Burns wants to control from the top but Machado keeps moving.
Burns looking to pass the guard.
Burns is fighting to break Machado's control of his arms but Machado is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Burns throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Machado works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Victor Burns dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Burns looks to throw the jab but Machado is out of range.
Burns throws a low kick but Machado avoids it.
Machado throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Burns throws the kick towards the body but Machado avoids it.
Burns pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Burns tries to clinch up but Machado circles away and keeps his distance.
Burns tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Machado paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Xander Machado is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Machado staying out of range there.
Machado throws a big counter head kick but Burns avoids it with no problem.
Machado punishes Burns's body with a nice straight punch.
Burns throws a poor cross that misses
and Machado counters with a nice uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Burns misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Burns scores with a jab to the head.
Machado checks the leg kick.
Burns tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Burns throws a leg kick which misses Machado's front leg but catches the back leg as Machado tries to avoid it. #T1#
Machado moves out of range of the body kick from Burns.
Burns looks to land a left hand but Machado moved out of range nicely.
Burns looks to land a right hand but Machado moved out of range.
Machado shoots in looking for a takedown but Burns manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Machado's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Burns misses the shot to the body.
Burns throws a front kick aimed at Machado's knee but Machado avoids it well.
Burns throws a leg kick #CL2#
and Machado counters by clinching up.
Machado is leaning against Burns and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Burns taking a breather.
Burns misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Machado.
Machado avoiding damage as Burns throws knees to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Burns fails to land. #T2#
Burns misses with some punches.
Burns tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Machado's elbow.
A battle for position here, against the cage.#BC#
Burns's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Machado ducks under a wild hook from Burns.
Machado tries to counter by closing the distance.
Burns connects with an inside leg kick.
Burns throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Burns throws the kick towards the body but Machado avoids it.#TD2#
Machado dives in and scores a takedown into Burns'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!
Machado pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Burns is keeping the position for now.
Burns lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Machado holds on and takes a little breather. #T3#
Machado wants to sweep but no luck.
Burns controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Machado holds on and takes a little breather.
Victor Burns is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#SU#
Burns gets to his feet. Machado looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Burns dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Machado defending well as Burns loads up on a big left hand.
Burns feints and then cracks Machado's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Machado down.
Burns tries to clinch there but Machado circles away.
Burns throws a body punch but Machado moves out of range.
Machado throws a fast counter high kick but Burns manages to duck under it in time.
Burns thows a leg kick but Machado checks it #TD2#
and Machado counters with a takedown into side control. #T4#
Burns is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Machado working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Machado wants to control but Burns is keeping him busy.
Xander Machado has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB2#
Machado is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Burns is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Machado wants to control for a moment but Burns uses the opportunity to move back to half guard.
Burns tries to kick Machado off but Machado keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Victor Burns showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Burns, 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 Robert Twigg scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 30:27
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Victor Burns!
Victor Burns spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.
In defeat, Xander Machado stepped up to the mic, saying 'No Worries Homies, Gonna Train Hard And Win Next Fight'.

Event: SAFO 47 IsMore v Emelianegro
Date: Mar 21, 2020

#R1#
Machado avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Marston misses with a looping left.
Marston stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Machado.
A big right from Marston misses.
Machado wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Machado bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Machado connects with a high kick.
Machado throws a combination that misses
and Marston cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Machado shoots for a double leg takedown but Marston sprawls well. He's pushed Machado's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Machado looks to land a combination. Marston sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Marston takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#TD#
Machado scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Marston wants to get back to full guard.
Machado trying to control the pace.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Marston is looking for a sweep. Machado is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Marston has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at UnderGround Training Facility. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.#T1##SUB#
Machado is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Marston doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Machado. #SUB#
Machado is looking for a kimura but Marston is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Machado to get the leverage.
Marston wants to improve his position but Machado is controlling well.
Marston gets back to full guard.
Machado wants to control from the top but Marston keeps moving.
Marston controls Machado momentarily but Machado frees himself.
Machado preventing the sweep. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Machado is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB2#
Marston has his foot on Machado's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Machado works his way back into a safe position though.
Machado trying to control but Marston is working from the bottom.
Marston is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Machado stays in close to Marston's body and controls the position.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Marston is on top in guard. #REVB#
Machado keeping moving, preventing Marston from controlling successfully.
Machado bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Marston's guard. #REVR#
Marston keeping moving, preventing Machado from controlling successfully.
Marston looking for a sweep. Not yet Marston, not yet. #T3#
Machado pushes down on Marston's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Marston desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Marston wants to improve his position but Machado is controlling well.
Machado is just content to waste time from the top position. Marston takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Machado controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Machado slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Marston is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB#
Machado thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T4##SUB#
Machado looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Marston takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Machado wants to control but Marston is keeping him busy.
Marston is trying to get back to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
You can see the frustration on Marston's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Machado staying calm.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Xander Machado dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Marston misses the jab.
Xander Machado is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Machado.
Marston can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB#
Machado working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Machado wants to control but Marston is keeping him busy.
Marston is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Machado is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Marston has escaped the position, nice work there.
Marston tries to bench press Machado off him but Machado keeps the position. #T1#
Machado content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Marston gets back to half guard.#SUB#
Machado is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Machado controlling the action here. #SUB#
Machado is working for a submission of some sort.
Machado wants to pass the guard but Marston is defending well. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Marston tries to get to full guard but Machado has control of the leg.
Marston is trying to control but can't.
Marston wants to get back to full guard.
Machado is thwarting Marston's attempts to control the position.
Machado is figuring out what he wants to do next.#SUB#
Marston is defending against the submission attempts here by Machado. #SUB2#
Marston looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Machado seems to be working for a kimura but Marston defends the submission attempt.#T3##SUB#
Machado is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Marston is trying to get back to full guard.
Marston is not content to let Machado control the position.
Machado is taking a breather. Marston 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.
Machado uses his free foot to push down on Marston's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Marston.
Marston tries to get back to half guard but can't. #SUB#
Machado looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.#T4##SUB#
Machado is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Marston has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Machado trying to control but Marston is having none of it. #SUB#
Machado working for a guillotine from mount but Marston is in no mood to give up.
Marston tries to reverse the position but Machado maintains control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Machado is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Marston to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Marston shrugs it off. #SUB#
Machado jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Marston manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Machado trying to control the action but Marston is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Xander Machado 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. This is the final round!
#R3#
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Marston!
Marston connects with a jab and follows up with a big overhand right! Oh that's hurt Machado! He's out on his feet! Marston rushes in and drops Machado with another big right hand, forcing the referee to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:21 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Lucas Marston!
Lucas Marston very nearly forgot to thank The Juice Haven amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.
Xander Machado spoke after the fight, saying 'No Worries Homies, Gonna Train Hard And Win Next Fight'.

Event: SAFO 43 Kong vs Chunks
Date: Mar 05, 2020

#R1#
Pederson misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Machado moves forwards but Pederson connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Pederson thows a left - swing and a miss!
Pederson throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Machado.
Machado appears to be looking for a big counter.
Pederson listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Machado throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Pederson loads up on a big right hand but Machado slips the punch.
Pederson finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
A telegraphed right hand from Pederson misses the target.
Machado walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Machado scores with a head kick.
Machado has a takedown stuffed.
Machado moves out of range as Pederson strikes.
We've been informed that Pederson 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.
Pederson misses with a double jab.
Machado closes the distance and clinches up with Pederson, looking for a takedown. Machado pushes Pederson against the cage but Pederson circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Pederson swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T1##TD#
Machado gets the takedown into side control.
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.
Pederson gets back to half guard.
Pederson trying to hold on to Machado's head to control him but Machado postures up.
Machado is looking to advance position but Pederson won't allow it.
Machado slows the pace down in half guard.
Pederson 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.
Machado advances position into side control!#SUB#
Machado is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Pederson knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T2#
Pederson is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Machado tries to move to mount but Pederson blocks the move with his legs.
Machado creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Pederson sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Pederson is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB#
Machado looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Pederson prevents Machado from moving into mount. #T3##SUB#
Machado is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Pederson is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Pederson regains half guard there - taking advantage of Machado's attempt to lay and pray for a moment. #SUB#
Machado is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Pederson has managed to free his arm - good work.
Pederson is trying to maintain the position but Machado is very close to passing his half guard.
Pederson flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Pederson makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Pederson.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Machado content to stall in guard here.
Pederson controls Machado momentarily but Machado frees himself.
Machado wants to pass the guard but Pederson is keeping the position.
Pederson pulls Machado in close to prevent any damage.
Pederson tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Machado stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Pederson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Norman Pederson will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Pederson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Pederson dives in and grabs Machado's left leg, looking for a takedown. Machado pushes down on Pederson's head and hops out.
Machado avoids the body shot from Pederson.
A quick step to the side and Machado tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.#TD#
Machado fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Pederson sprawls well initially but Machado persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #SUB#
Machado 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.
Xander Machado overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Pederson is trying to stand back up but Machado is controlling him
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado trying to control from Pederson's half guard. Pederson has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Machado looking to pass the guard.
Pederson keeping moving, preventing Machado from controlling successfully. #T1#
Machado stays in close to Pederson's body and controls the position. #SUB2#
Pederson throws his legs up looking for a submission but Machado uses it to pass to side control. #SUB#
Machado thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Machado working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Pederson is trying to control Machado's posture but Machado avoids it. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Pederson is not content to let Machado control the position.
Machado working away.
Pederson might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Machado haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Pederson is trying to get back to half guard.
Machado trying to control the action but Pederson is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Machado wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Pederson, who protects the arm well.
Machado trying to control the action but Pederson is working from the bottom. #T3##SUB#
Machado wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Pederson, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
Machado tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Machado has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Pederson is being controlled here. #SUB#
Machado wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Pederson, who protects the arm well.
Machado wants to lay and pray for a moment but Pederson keeps working. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Pederson is trying to control Machado's posture but Machado avoids it.
Machado staying calm.#SUB#
Machado is in a dominant position here, looking for a kimura. Pederson looks calm but he's in trouble here. Machado gets his leg over his opponent's head and yanks on the arm. Pederson is tapping like a morse code operator on the titanic! SOS! SOS! Machado lets go of the hold and Pederson can pop his arm back in it's socket.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:50 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Xander Machado!
A relieved looking Xander Machado 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: SAFO 38 Chaelsson vs Frost
Date: Feb 08, 2020

#R1#
Tudekiks tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Machado paws at him with a jab and circles away.
It looked like Machado wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Tudekiks throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Suleijma Tudekiks seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tudekiks swings wildly with a couple of big hooks #CL#
and Machado moves into the clinch.
Tudekiks misses with a shot to the kidneys.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tudekiks.
Tudekiks tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Machado's elbow. #BC#
Machado breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Tudekiks doesn't manage to clinch there - Machado circles away.
Machado blocks a jab.
Tudekiks looks to clinch #TD#
and Machado counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Tudekiks is trying to stand up here but Machado is controlling him well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Machado is trying to work for a kimura but Tudekiks is defending well.
Tudekiks is trying to stand up here but Machado is controlling him well.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#T1##SUB#
Machado is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Tudekiks is just riding it out for now. Machado eventually gives up the hold.
Tudekiks pushes Machado off looking to stand but Machado dives back in and keeps control. #SUB#
Machado is trying to work for a kimura but Tudekiks is defending well.
Tudekiks wants to get back to his feet.
Machado slows the pace down in half guard.
Tudekiks is trying to stand. #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.
Machado performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Tudekiks is trying to stand. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Tudekiks jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Sloppy strikes from Tudekiks. Those never looked like landing. #TD#
Machado bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Tudekiks is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Machado asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Machado is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Tudekiks's shoulder. That is not cool. #SUB#
Machado wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Tudekiks, who protects the arm well.
Machado trying to control the position but Tudekiks is working away.
Tudekiks is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Machado is controlling him well.#T3##SUB#
Machado thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Machado is chipping away with strikes.
Machado prevents Tudekiks from escaping the position.
Tudekiks is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#SUB#
Machado goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Tudekiks has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Machado but great work by Tudekiks.#SU2#
Tudekiks stands up and beckons Machado to his feet.
Tudekiks keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tudekiks has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Machado is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Tudekiks misses with a straight right.
Machado is looking for a counter combo.#TD#
Machado scores with a takedown into Tudekiks's guard.
Tudekiks wants to get back to his feet but Machado is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #T4#
Machado advances to half guard. #SUB#
Tudekiks is defending against the submission attempts here by Machado. #SUB#
Machado is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Tudekiks is trying to stand back up but Machado is controlling him
Machado controlling the action here.
Machado prevents Tudekiks from standing back up.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Machado in particular looking to stall.
Tudekiks is trying to stand back up but Machado is controlling him #SUB#
Machado has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Tudekiks defend it? Machado steps over the head and cranks it - Tudekiks is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Machado!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Xander Machado!
During a confident post fight interview, Xander Machado thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: Tuesday Night Fights
Date: Jan 14, 2020

#R1#
Petrovs misses with a shot to the body
and Machado cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Petrovs throws a left and a right that both miss #TD#
so Machado counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Machado is stalling in the full guard.
Petrovs keeping moving, preventing Machado from controlling successfully.
Machado tries to free his leg and advance position but Petrovs is retaining full guard.
Petrovs 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.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Petrovs wants to stand and escape but Machado is having none of it.
Machado trying to control but Petrovs is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado sitting in guard, not really doing much. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T1#
Machado moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Machado jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Petrovs lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Machado circles away quickly and effectively.
Machado feinted with a counter takedown.
Petrovs throws a body shot but no joy.
Petrovs throws a right hand that misses #TD#
and Machado counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #SUB#
Machado is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Machado is trying to work for a kimura but Petrovs is defending well.
Machado is thwarting Petrovs's attempts to control the position.#T2#
Petrovs is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Machado 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.
Petrovs tries to kick Machado off but Machado keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Machado wants to pass the guard but Petrovs is defending well.
Petrovs is trying to maintain the position but Machado is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB#
Machado is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Petrovs defends it well.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Machado prevents Petrovs from improving his position.#T3##SUB#
Machado is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Machado is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Machado seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Petrovs does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB#
Machado is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Machado is keen to just control but Petrovs is a slippery customer.
Petrovs wants to control but Machado is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB#
Machado is working for a kimura but Petrovs is defending it quite comfortably.
Petrovs is trying to stand.
Petrovs keeping hold of Machado's head, controlling as best he can.
Machado prevents Petrovs from standing back up. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Petrovs misses the jab.
Petrovs tries to score a power double leg takedown but Machado sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Petrovs somewhat.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Machado looks to land a combination but Petrovs avoids it well.
Machado scores with a shot to the body.
Petrovs misses with a few strikes there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Xander Machado dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Machado stuffs the takedown.
Petrovs throws a right and a left that both miss.
Machado displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Petrovs throws out the jab.
Petrovs swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A punch combination from Petrovs misses.
Sloppy strikes from Machado. Those never looked like landing.
Petrovs misses with a hook
and Machado counters with an inside leg kick.
Petrovs swings wildly with a couple of big hooks #TD#
and Machado counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Petrovs!
Machado is looking to take a break and control but Petrovs is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Petrovs pushes Machado away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Machado gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Machado controls the position from side control.#SUB#
Machado tries for a kimura but Petrovs is defending well. #T1##SUB#
Machado working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Machado trying to control the position but Petrovs is working away.
Petrovs trying his best to control but Machado has mounted him.
Petrovs keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Petrovs wants to try and get back to his feet.
Petrovs tries to hold on but Machado postures up.#SUB#
Machado working for a guillotine from mount but Petrovs is in no mood to give up.
Machado looking to control but Petrovs is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Xander Machado overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T2#
Petrovs tries to buck Machado off but he can't manage it.
Machado tries to control but Petrovs wriggling away.
Petrovs tries to lock up and control but Machado gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Petrovs is squirming around, avoiding Machado's attempts to control the action.
Machado won't let Petrovs get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now.
Machado will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Petrovs tries to reverse the position but Machado maintains control.
Machado controlling from mount.
Machado wants to control the pace but Petrovs is squirming around nicely. #T3#
Petrovs wants to try and get back to his feet.
Petrovs is trying to escape the mount.
Machado trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Petrovs is desperately trying to improve his position but Machado has a good base and remains in mount.
Machado wants to control the pace but Petrovs is squirming around nicely.
Machado controlling from the full mount. #SUB#
Machado wants to finish this one by submission but Petrovs is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Machado.
Petrovs is working to get back to half guard. #T4##SUB#
Machado working for a submission but Petrovs is keeping him at bay. #SUB#
Machado looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Machado wants to finish this one by submission but Petrovs is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Machado.
Petrovs wants to control but Machado is having none of it.
Machado looking to control but Petrovs is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Petrovs is looking to get to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Xander Machado dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Petrovs is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Machado tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Petrovs manages to circle out of the way.
Petrovs throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Machado counters with a stiff right hand.
Petrovs lands a body shot.
A telegraphed right hand from Petrovs misses the target.
Petrovs tries to bum rush Machado with a series of wild strikes but Machado uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Machado pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Petrovs is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Machado.
Petrovs rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Machado counters with a stiff right hand.
Petrovs misses with a wild combination.
Petrovs is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A looping hook to the body misses from Petrovs. Machado does a little dance to reset his feet.
Machado throws a quick counter kick to the body but Petrovs avoids it.
Machado fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Petrovs wants to clinch.#T1#
Petrovs stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Petrovs tries to clinch but Machado is having none of it.
Petrovs misses with a body shot.
Petrovs throws a nice looking combination but Machado bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Petrovs swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Machado counters with a one-two to the body.
The fighters circling - Petrovs throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Petrovs tries for a takedown but Machado circles away easily
and Petrovs takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Petrovs will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Petrovs lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Kaspars Petrovs seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Machado.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Petrovs lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Machado at a distance. #T2#
Petrovs misses with a two punch combination.
Petrovs takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Petrovs misses the shot to the body. #TD#
Machado darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Petrovs tries to get to full guard but Machado has control of the leg. #SUB#
Machado is trying to work for a kimura but Petrovs is defending well.
Xander Machado is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Machado is pressing down on Petrovs's thigh, looking to free his foot. Petrovs is holding on for now.
Machado controlling the pace.
Machado wants to pass to mount but Petrovs is defending the position. #T3##SUB#
Machado seems to be looking for submissions.
Machado content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Petrovs wants to get back to his feet.#SUB#
Petrovs is defending against the submission attempts here by Machado. #SUB#
Machado is looking for a kimura but Petrovs is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Machado to get the leverage.
Petrovs is trying to stand. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Machado is taking a breather. Petrovs 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.
Petrovs holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Petrovs is trying to stand. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Petrovs fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Machado manages to avoid it.
Petrovs throws a 1-2 combo that connects squarely on Machado's jaw, knocking him onto his back! Petrovs dives in looking to finish as Machado flails his arms in a desperate attempt to block Petrovs's strikes! Petrovs is raining down hammerfists and the ref stops it! Machado's desperate flailing just didn't constitute intelligent defence. Some people will probably question the ref's decision but Machado was definitely hurt and the ref saved him from taking unnecessary punishment. A fighter's safety is paramount in this sport.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:27 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kaspars Petrovs!
Kaspars Petrovs 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.
Xander Machado was interviewed post fight and said 'No Worries Homies, Gonna Train Hard And Win Next Fight'.

Event: BCS 14
Date: Jan 04, 2020

#R1#
Machado dives in for a single leg takedown but McDiggle sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
McDiggle on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there. #TD#
Machado closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Machado lands in his opponent's guard.#ES2#
McDiggle scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Machado misses with a leg kick.
It seemed like McDiggle was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Machado throws a body kick that misses
and McDiggle counters with a straight right hand.
Machado fails with the takedown
letting McDiggle counter with a right hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Machado misses with a two punch combination.
Machado throws a hook but McDiggle avoids it easily.#T1#
McDiggle with a hook.
Machado misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
McDiggle now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Machado slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Machado throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around McDiggle's waist but McDiggle gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Machado off to one side.
McDiggle swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Xander Machado. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Machado shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
McDiggle pulls Machado in close to prevent any damage.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now McDiggle is on top in guard. #REVB#
Machado is pulling down on McDiggle's head. It's preventing any offense from McDiggle, at least for the moment.
McDiggle must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Machado keeping full guard, as McDiggle tries to pass. #T2#
McDiggle trying to control but Machado is working from the bottom.
Machado is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB2#
McDiggle 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.
McDiggle wants to pass the guard but Machado is keeping the position.
Machado pulls McDiggle in close to prevent any damage.
McDiggle won't allow Machado to sweep him here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McDiggle trying to control the position from guard on top but Machado is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McDiggle throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Machado works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T3#
Machado wants to sweep but no luck.
Machado has McDiggle pulled in close to control his posture.
Machado is trying to control the position but McDiggle postures up.
McDiggle trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Machado controlling McDiggle's posture.
Machado trying to keep a closed guard but McDiggle is proving a slippery customer.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
McDiggle trying to control but Machado is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
McDiggle misses with a straight right.
Machado lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Machado avoids the head kick by McDiggle.
Machado swings and misses with a hook to the body.
It seemed like McDiggle was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Buster McDiggle is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
McDiggle misses with a body kick.#T4#
A cross from Machado lands.
McDiggle throws an overhand right that lands on Machado's shoulder, as Machado tries to avoid the shot.
Machado throws a sloppy head kick and McDiggle moves out of range easily. #TD#
Machado shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Machado was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!#SUB#
Machado has an Americana. McDiggle didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Machado is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Machado hooks up with any of them at the after show party.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Xander Machado!
A relieved looking Xander Machado 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: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 10, 2019

#R1#
Sha tries to clinch there but Machado circles away.
Sha throws the left hand but Machado avoids the punch easily.
Machado throws a head kick that misses.
Sha tries to bum rush Machado with a series of wild strikes but Machado uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sha. Machado does a little dance to reset his feet.
Machado circles away from the clinch attempt
and Machado counters with a left and a right that stings Sha.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sha was well out of range. Poor timing from Machado.#TD2#
Machado closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #T1#
Sha is being controlled here.
Machado trying to control the position but Sha is working away.
Machado controlling the position from side mount.
Sha struggling a bit here.
Sha is not content to let Machado control the position.
Sha stops Machado from passing to mount. #SUB2#
Machado tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Machado has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Sha can't do much from the bottom here. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Sha is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Sha trying to hold on to Machado's head to control him but Machado postures up. #SUB2#
Machado seems to be trying to get a kimura but instead Sha has recovered full guard. #SUB#
Machado avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Sha is trying to keep Machado in close.
Machado trying to control but Sha is working from the bottom. #T3#
Sha keeping full guard, as Machado tries to pass. #SUB#
Sha is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Machado trying to control the position from guard on top but Sha is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Machado stopping the sweep attempt from Sha.
Machado trying to control the position from guard on top but Sha is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Sha looking to hit a scissor sweep but Machado is one step ahead there. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Machado slips under a jab from Sha.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Machado is defended easily by Sha.
Sha throws a sloppy head kick and Machado moves out of range easily. #TD2#
Machado closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Sha's guard.
Sha is trying to control the position but Machado postures up.
Sha is really struggling to control Machado but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Machado slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Machado trying to control the position from guard on top but Sha is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Xander Machado dominated that round.
That's time! Sha's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Machado displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Sha throws out the jab.
Sha misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too. #CL#
Sha takes the fight into the clinch.
Sha working aggressively here.
Machado has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Sha is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Machado to keep the fight standing.
Sha working aggressively here.
Sha looking for a takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sha misses with a punch on the inside.
Sha tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Machado just stands there and leans against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Seb Sha. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sha leaning against his opponent.
Sha manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Sha gets a warning from the ref for wasting time.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Machado. #T1#
Sha wants a takedown.
Machado blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Sha tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Sha prevents the takedown attempt.
Machado lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Sha misses with a punch on the inside.
Sha misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Sha tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Sha throws a punch but it's blocked by Machado.
Sha misses with a punch to the body.
Sha digs a right hand underneath Machado's ribcage. Machado let out a lung full of air as it connected.#T2##TD#
Sha drags the fight down to the ground.
Machado trying to control the position from guard on top but Sha is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Xander Machado has got the better of the ground game so far.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Sha is on top in guard. #REVR#
Machado is controlling Sha's posture.
Sha pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Machado is keeping the position for now.
Machado keeping moving, preventing Sha from controlling successfully.
Machado has his hands on Sha's head, controlling the position. #T3#
Sha content to stall in guard here.
Sha scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Machado is controlling Sha's posture.
Sha won't allow Machado to sweep him here.
Sha stands and throws Machado's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Machado is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Machado stops Sha from passing to mount.
You can see the frustration on Machado's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T4##SUB#
Sha thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sha works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Sha tries to advance to mount but Machado denies him.
Machado has one of Sha's arms on lockdown, trying to prevent him from doing any damage.
Machado stops Sha from passing to mount.
Machado is looking to reverse the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Sha wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Machado, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
Sha tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Sha has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Seb Sha 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#
Machado is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Sha tries to land a front kick but Machado steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Machado throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #TD2#
Machado closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Machado trying to control the position but Sha is working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado staying calm.#T1#
Sha tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Machado wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Machado wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sha keeps working.
Sha manages to get back to half guard.
Machado looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Sha wants to improve his position but Machado is controlling well. #SUB2#
Machado is trying to work for a kimura but Sha is defending well.
Machado is stalling here. Sha is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Machado seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Sha has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. #T2#
Machado is trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Sha looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Sha wants to control but Machado is keeping him busy.
Machado tries to improve position but can't.
Sha tries to move into full mount but can't pass Machado's legs.
Machado manages to get back to half guard.
Machado moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Sha forces his way into half guard.#T3#
Sha is pressing down on Machado's thigh, looking to free his foot. Machado is holding on for now.
Machado is trying to get back to full guard.
Machado wants to control but Sha is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Sha is pressing down on Machado's thigh, looking to free his foot. Machado is holding on for now. #SUB#
Sha is trying to work for a kimura but Machado is defending well.
Machado keeping control of the position.
Sha lands strikes from half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Sha looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Sha prevents Machado from improving his position.
Machado moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Machado looking to hit a scissor sweep but Sha is one step ahead there.
Machado is pulling down on Sha's head. It's preventing any offense from Sha, at least for the moment.#SUB#
Sha drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Sha jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Machado controlling the position.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Xander Machado.
I think Machado 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 Nard Betker scores the fight 28:29
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 28:29
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 02, 2019

#R1##TD#
Machado closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Machado lands in his opponent's guard.
Machado 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 fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Anderson is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Machado is controlling him.
Machado is stalling in the full guard.
Machado works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB#
Machado is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Machado controlling the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anderson won't allow Machado to pass to mount. #SUB#
Machado is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB#
Machado seems to be working for a kimura but Anderson defends the submission attempt.#T1#
Anderson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Anderson wants to get back to his feet.#SUB#
Machado is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Anderson is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Machado jumps into side control!
Machado controls the position from side control.#SUB#
Machado has an Americana. Anderson didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Machado is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Machado hooks up with any of them at the after show party.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Xander Machado!
Xander Machado decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: XF 43
Date: Oct 31, 2019

#R1#
Machado bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Machado looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A left lands for Machado.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Machado checks a leg kick.
Sloppy strikes from Day. Those never looked like landing.
Machado looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Day looks to land a combination but Machado avoids it well.
Day has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#CUT#
It looks like Jako Day has been cut.
A slow jab from Day misses its intended target.
Machado is looking to counter the offense by Day and move into the clinch.
Machado slips a jab and a cross from Day.
Machado is looking for a counter combo.
Day blocks a leg kick.
Day throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Jako Day seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Day swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Machado swings for the body but Day moves out of range.
Day throws the kick towards the body but Machado avoids it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Day throws a front kick aimed at Machado's knee but Machado avoids it well. #T1#
Day scores with a body shot.
Day missing with a left hand there. Machado was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Machado throws a right and a left that Day avoids nicely.
Sloppy strikes from Day. Those never looked like landing.
Machado tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Day manages to circle out of the way.
Day throws a big shot that misses.
Day looks to score with a jab to the body but Machado is just out of range.
Day moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Day swings for the body but Machado moves out of range.
Machado throws a one two combo.
Machado swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Machado chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Machado swinging wildly here. #T2#
Day blocks a head kick by Machado.
Machado throws a quick inside leg kick.
Day throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Machado throws a sloppy head kick and Day moves out of range easily.
A head kick misses from Machado.
Day lands a head shot.
Day misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A punch combination from Day misses.
Machado appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Day throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Machado throws a big counter combination but Day scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Day closes the distance looking to clinch
and Machado counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T3#
Day takes a jab right on the kisser.
Day throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Machado looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Day falls off balance throwing a combination
and Machado counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Day throws a left and a right that both miss
enabling Machado to counter with a crisp jab.
A punch combination from Machado misses.
Day tries a quick counter leg kick but Machado is wise to it.
Machado tries a head kick but it misses.
Day comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Day misses with a wild body shot. #T4#
Day throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Machado misses with a combination
and as Machado tries to reset, Day cracks him with a perfect counter right hand that drops him to the mat! Machado is trying to get up but he's doing the chicken dance and face plants back to the floor - that's enough for the referee and he's called the bout! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:11 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Jako Day!
A victorious Jako Day thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
The defeated Xander Machado had this to say: 'No Worries Homies, Gonna Train Hard And Win Next Fight'.

Event: XF 37
Date: Oct 07, 2019

#R1#
Montana throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Machado's waist but Machado gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Montana off to one side.
Montana doesn't manage to clinch there - Machado circles away.
Montana lets his hands go wild with a nice combination. Left! Right! Uppercut! Spinning backfist! Machado goes down and covers up as Montana starts wailing on him! The ref watches the action closely before stepping in and putting a stop to the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:13 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Coke Montana!
Our winner, Coke Montana, 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.
In defeat, Xander Machado stepped up to the mic, saying 'No Worries Homies, Gonna Train Hard And Win Next Fight'.

Event: XF 31
Date: Sep 14, 2019

#R1#
Grizzly bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Machado's head.
Grizzly throws a sloppy head kick and Machado moves out of range easily.
Machado wants to counter the offense by Grizzly and move into the clinch position.
Machado works Grizzly's body with a nice hook.
Machado stalks Grizzly and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Grizzly's face. Grizzly staggers backwards, shaken.
Machado throws a series of strikes that have Grizzly backpedaling.
Grizzly tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Machado is able to avoid easily.
Aguta Grizzly seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Grizzly tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Machado was well out of range. Poor timing from Grizzly.
Grizzly is breathing heavily.
Grizzly lands with a good body shot.
A lazy body kick from Grizzly
and Machado counters with a nice uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Machado throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Grizzly throws a shot from downtown. Machado moves away and avoids it.
Machado ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Machado catches Grizzly with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Nice defenses there by Machado.#T1#
Grizzly throws a body shot but no joy.
Machado slips under a jab.
Grizzly pulls out of a head kick attempt. #TD2#
Grizzly gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Machado tries to free his leg and advance position but Grizzly is retaining full guard.
Machado not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Grizzly has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Machado pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Grizzly is keeping the position for now.
Machado's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Grizzly keeping full guard, as Machado tries to pass.
Machado is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T2#
Grizzly keeping moving, preventing Machado from controlling successfully.
Grizzly can't keep his opponent in guard - Machado advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Still in half guard, Machado seems content to control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Grizzly is trying to stand back up but Machado is controlling him
Machado is trying to control. Grizzly wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
Machado is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Grizzly has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Machado is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #T3##SUB2#
Machado seems to be working for a kimura but Grizzly defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Machado is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Grizzly sees it coming and defends easily.
Machado trying to pass the guard but Grizzly defending well.
Grizzly wants to get back to his feet.
Machado seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Grizzly does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Machado in particular looking to stall.#SUB2#
Machado is looking for a kimura but Grizzly is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Machado to get the leverage. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB2#
Machado seems to be working for a kimura but Grizzly defends the submission attempt.
Machado trying to control the action but Grizzly is working from the bottom.
Machado content to control rather than advance.
Machado wants to take a breather but Grizzly is having none of it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Machado content to control rather than advance. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Aguta Grizzly is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Grizzly throws a lazy uppercut
and Machado counters with a two punch combo.
Grizzly is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Machado.
Machado scores with a spinning back kick!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Xander Machado dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Machado throws a combination. Grizzly tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Nice cross by Machado.
Grizzly throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Machado counters with a big head kick but Grizzly shrugs it off. #ROC2#
Grizzly is rocked!
Grizzly rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Machado counters with a nice body kick.
Oh Grizzly is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Grizzly avoids the head kick by Machado.
Grizzly seems to have got his legs back now.
Machado throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Grizzly throwing a counter right hand but Machado manages to avoid it.
Grizzly throws a leg kick #TD2#
so Machado counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
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!
Machado controls from within his opponent's guard.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Machado trying to control but Grizzly is working from the bottom. #T1#
Machado looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Machado passes easily into side control. Nice work.#SUB2#
Machado goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Grizzly has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Machado but great work by Grizzly.
Machado is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Grizzly off and has taken his back!#SUB2#
Machado tightening his grip on Grizzly, looking for the choke. #ES#
Grizzly is trying to shake Machado off. He's managed it and has hopped back to his feet! Machado won't be happy about giving up the dominant position.#T2#
Machado slips under a jab.
As Grizzly backs off Machado throws a huge counter combo but Grizzly manages to avoid it all.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Machado misses with a jab, cross combination.
Xander Machado seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Machado turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Grizzly throws an off balance right hand
and Machado counters with a one-two to the body.
Machado throws a head kick that misses.
Grizzly tries to bum rush Machado with a series of wild strikes but Machado uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Machado turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Grizzly tries to bum rush Machado with a series of wild strikes but Machado uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Machado misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #TD2#
Machado drives through with a takedown into Grizzly's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#T3#
Machado sitting in guard here, content to control.
Machado's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Grizzly keeping moving, preventing Machado from controlling successfully.
Machado has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#SUB2#
Machado drops back looking for a leg! Grizzly is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Grizzly manages to kick Machado off! Machado jumps back into Grizzly's guard.
Grizzly keeping moving, preventing Machado from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Machado lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Xander Machado showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Machado keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Machado lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Machado uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Grizzly. #TD2#
Grizzly gets caught flat footed, as Machado shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Grizzly being controlled here, momentarily.
Machado is continuing to stall.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Grizzly keeping moving, preventing Machado from controlling successfully.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Machado advances to half guard. #T1##SUB2#
Machado wants to work for an arm triangle but Grizzly is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Machado seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Grizzly does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Machado is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Machado trying to mount his opponent but Grizzly defends it.
Machado is looking to stall here but Grizzly recovers full guard.
Machado controls from within his opponent's guard.
Xander Machado has got the better of the ground game so far.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Grizzly can't keep his opponent in guard - Machado advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Machado looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Machado trying to control the action but Grizzly is working from the bottom.
Xander Machado is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Machado is looking to advance position but Grizzly won't allow it.
Machado prevents Grizzly from standing back up. #SUB2#
Machado is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #T3#
Machado takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD2#
Machado closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Machado lands in his opponent's guard.
Machado 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#
Grizzly wants to get back to his feet but Machado is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Machado is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Aguta Grizzly has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Machado advances position into side control!
Machado works to advance to full mount. Grizzly defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Machado sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.

And that's the end of the fight!
Xander Machado comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Machado 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 Anthony Taglia scores the fight 27:30
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 27:30
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: EFC Zexi vs Vale
Date: Aug 10, 2019

#R1#
Machado throws a series of strikes that have Hyang backpedaling.
Hyang moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Machado throws a jab but it's blocked by Hyang.
Hyang tries to clinch but Machado moves out of range.
Hyang lands with a good body shot.#TD2#
Machado closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Hyang's guard.#ES#
Hyang kicks Machado off and gets to his feet.
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!
Hyang misses with a combination
and Machado counters with a straight right hand.
Hyang misses with a low kick.
Hyang tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Machado paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Hyang throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
A punch combination from Hyang misses.
Machado throws a big counter head kick but Hyang avoids it with no problem.
Machado shoots and misses
and Hyang counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Hyang avoids the head kick by Machado.
Machado doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.#T1##CL#
Hyang rushes Machado and presses him up against the cage.
Hyang tries to work over Machado's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Hyang lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Hyang tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Machado smiles and moves away.
Hyang wants to clinch.
Machado avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Hyang misses with a straight right.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Machado.#T2#
Hyang fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Machado has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Machado thuds a left hand into Hyang's body.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Machado.
Hyang swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Hyang tries to close the distance and clinch up but Machado swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Machado is looking for the big counter here.
Machado moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Machado throws a head kick that misses
and Hyang counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Hyang connects with a jab.
Machado shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Hyang sprawls well. Hyang wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Machado gets slowly back to his feet.
Yun Won Hyang has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Xander Machado.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Machado ducks under a wild hook from Hyang.
Machado looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Hyang lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#T3#
Hyang throws a nice looking combination but Machado bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Machado was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Hyang tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Machado throws a leg kick but Hyang moved away.
Machado shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Hyang defends it nicely.#TD#
Hyang drives through with a takedown into Machado's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Hyang has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Machado is pulling down on Hyang's head. It's preventing any offense from Hyang, at least for the moment.
Machado trying to control the position.
Machado has his hands on Hyang's head, controlling the position. #T4#
Hyang stopping the sweep attempt from Machado.
Machado seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #SU#
Machado is working an open guard so Hyang takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Hyang throws a chopping leg kick but Machado manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Hyang misses with a double jab.
Machado is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Hyang tries to score a power double leg takedown but Machado sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Hyang somewhat.
Machado takes a swing at Hyang's ribcage but misses.
Hyang looks to throw the jab but Machado is out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Yun Won Hyang dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Hyang moves out of range of the body kick.
Machado misses with a combination
enabling Hyang to counter with a crisp jab.
Hyang blocks a head kick by Machado.
Hyang seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Hyang ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Machado moves away.
Hyang just misses with a punch to the body.
Machado shoots in looking for a takedown but Hyang manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Machado's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Hyang catches Machado with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Hyang feints a jab promting Machado to slip. Hyang then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Machado slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.#ROC#
Machado is rocked!
Hyang connects with a jab, followed by a picture perfect straight right that sends Machado to the canvas, out cold! What a finish by Hyang!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:44 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Yun Won Hyang!
In his post fight interview, Yun Won Hyang started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
In defeat, Xander Machado stepped up to the mic, saying 'No Worries Homies, Gonna Train Hard And Win Next Fight'.

Event: EFC Braz vs McCullen
Date: Jul 13, 2019

#R1#
Nice defenses there by Machado.
Machado shoots for a double leg takedown but Galanos sprawls well. He's pushed Machado's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
A swing and a miss from Galanos.
Galanos moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Machado misses with a head kick.
Galanos attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. #KD2#
Galanos lands a big head kick that sends Machado tumbling to the mat! Galanos takes a step backwards and waves Machado back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#
Machado is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Galanos cracks Machado with a left hook right on the temple and Machado goes down! He's out! Referee! Stop the fight! Galanos lands a few more punches before the dopey ref steps in - hopefully Machado is OK!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Hero Galanos!
A victorious Hero Galanos thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
Xander Machado spoke after the fight, saying 'No Worries Homies, Gonna Train Hard And Win Next Fight'.

Event: EFC Higgs vs Carsara
Date: Jun 15, 2019

#R1#
Machado dives in and grabs McCullen's left leg, looking for a takedown. McCullen pushes down on Machado's head and hops out.
McCullen throwing a counter right hand but Machado manages to avoid it.
McCullen stuffs the takedown.
McCullen moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Machado uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McCullen.
Machado lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Machado gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and McCullen counters with a series of strikes that really hurt Machado! The ref looks into his eyes and sees nobody home - he's called the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sam McCullen!
Sam McCullen bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
Xander Machado spoke after the fight, saying 'No Worries Homies, Gonna Train Hard And Win Next Fight'.

Event: EFC Ladd vs Pato
Date: May 18, 2019

#R1##CL2#
Built clinches up with Machado and pushes him back against the cage.
A nice left hand lands by Built.
Built misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Built lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Machado wants to take the fight to the mat but Built manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Built misses with the head strike.
Built working aggressively here. #BC#
Machado breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Machado rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Built moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Built throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Machado keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Built misses with a right hand
and Machado counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Built thinking.
Built scores with a shot to the body.
Built throws a shot from downtown. Machado moves away and avoids it.
Machado uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Built.
Built scores with a punch to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Built throws a big shot that misses.#T1#
Built tries to clinch but Machado is having none of it.
Machado is looking for a counter combo.
Built ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Machado moves away.
A quick step to the side and Machado tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Built throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
As Built tries to get set, Machado tries to push him back and clinch up but Built manages to avoid the attempt.
Built throws out a powerful jab.
Built tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Machado was well out of range. Poor timing from Built.
Built throws a predictable looking body shot
and Machado counters with a one-two to the body.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Built.
Built throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Built throws a hook to the side of Machado's head but Machado sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Built misses with a hook.
We've been hearing reports that Machado has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Built checks a leg kick.
Nice cross by Built.
Machado uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Built.#TD#
Machado closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half 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.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Built wants to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Machado is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Built really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Machado. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T2##SUB#
Machado is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Built has managed to free his arm - good work.
Built is trying to stand up here but Machado is controlling him well.
Still in half guard, Machado seems content to control.
Built pushes Machado off looking to stand but Machado dives back in and keeps control. #ES2#
Built pushes Machado off and gets back to his feet.
Built throws a predictable looking body shot
and Machado counters with a nice low kick that buckles Built's knee momentarily.#TD#
Machado feints and as Built raises his hands in defense, Machado changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Machado prevents Built from getting back to his feet.
Machado looking to pass the guard.
Machado passes easily into side control. Nice work.#T3#
Machado taking a breather here.
Built tries to escape but Machado is in control. #SUB#
Machado in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Built is tapping! That's the end of the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Xander Machado!
After winning the bout, Xander Machado thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
In defeat, Kahoolawe Built stepped up to the mic, saying 'I'll be back.'.

Event: EFC Williams vs Gold
Date: Apr 27, 2019

#R1#
Bailey looks to land a left hand but Machado moved out of range nicely.
Xander Machado seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bailey takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Bailey walks into a jab.
Bailey throws a looping overhand right but Machado ducks down to avoid it.
Machado misses with a few strikes there.
Machado keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
A head kick misses from Machado.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bailey throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Bailey digs a good hook to Machado's body.
Bailey swings for the body but Machado moves out of range. #T1#
Machado throws a right and a left that Bailey avoids nicely.
Bailey swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Machado goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.#TD2#
Machado gets a takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Machado is trying to work for a kimura but Bailey is defending well.
Bailey wants to get back to his feet.
Machado passes the guard and advances to mount!
Bailey is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there. #T2#
Bailey is squirming around, avoiding Machado's attempts to control the action.
Bailey wants to try and get back to his feet.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB2#
Machado is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Bailey to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Bailey shrugs it off.
Bailey is trying to get to the cage to help him get back to his feet.
Machado looking to control and managing it successfully. #SUB2#
Machado is giving the impression that he's looking to ground and pound but he switches suddenly into a beautiful far side armbar! Bailey is forced to tap! Great finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Xander Machado!
A relieved looking Xander Machado 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: EFC Daughtrey vs Grimes
Date: Mar 16, 2019

#R1#
Machado looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Machado misses with a few strikes there.
Lee looks to land a right hand but Machado moved out of range.
Lee thows a left - swing and a miss!
Machado shoots in looking for a takedown but Lee manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Machado's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Lee scores with a jab to the body.
Machado throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Machado throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Lee's waist but Lee gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Machado off to one side.
Lee doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Xander Machado. 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.
Machado keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #TD#
Machado scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#ES2#
Lee throws Machado to one side and escapes!
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!
Machado throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Machado pivots, looking for a leg kick but Lee is out of range and Machado settles back down. #T1#
Lee throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lee misses with a body shot.
Lee waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Machado.
Lee looks to score with a jab to the body but Machado is just out of range.
Machado walks into a stiff left hand from Lee.
A nice inside leg kick there by Lee. That's going to slow Machado down.
Boo Lee seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A head kick misses from Machado.
Lee punishes Machado's body with a nice straight punch.
Machado misses with a takedown
and Lee counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lee throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lee lands with a thumping leg kick. #T2#
A looping hook to the body misses from Lee. Machado does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lee throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Machado 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.
An inside leg kick lands from Lee.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Machado tries a head kick but it misses.
Lee throws a body punch but Machado moves out of range.
Lee is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Machado rather than just go for the knockout.
Machado takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Lee lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Machado tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Machado lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Machado closes this distance looking for a takedown but Lee circles away.
Machado keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T3#
Machado shoots for a double leg takedown but Lee sprawls well. He's pushed Machado's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Lee throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Machado was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Machado swings widly with a right hand
and Lee counters with a stiff right hand. #ROC2#
Machado is rocked!
Machado walks into a picture perfect straight right hand from Lee! He's gone down face first to the canvas, unconscious before he even hit the floor! Ohhhh. My. Goodness! That boys and girls was a beautiful knockout! Give that man a biscuit!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Boo Lee!
Boo Lee seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: EFC Turturro vs Lambton
Date: Feb 09, 2019

#R1#
Cassidy is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Machado.
Jamison Cassidy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Cassidy lands a jab to the nose.
Cassidy throws a wild body kick that Machado sees coming a mile off.
Cassidy uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Machado.
Cassidy misses with a leg kick.
Cassidy fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Machado checks it well.
Machado is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Cassidy wants to clinch up but Machado keeps it at a distance.
Machado uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Cassidy. #CL#
Cassidy clinches up with Machado and pushes him back against the cage.
Machado looking for a takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cassidy tries a body shot but Machado blocks it.
Cassidy misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Cassidy works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Stalling in the clinch from Cassidy. #TD2#
Machado has clasped his hands together around Cassidy's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. #T1#
Cassidy tries to bench press Machado off him but Machado keeps the position.
Machado working away.
Cassidy is letting Machado control him for a moment.
Cassidy is looking for a sweep.
Machado working away.#SUB2#
Machado looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Cassidy is looking to regain half guard here but Machado keeps moving and retains side control.
Machado is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Cassidy's shoulder. That is not cool.
Cassidy is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Machado taking a breather here.
Cassidy tries to buck Machado off but Machado is having none of it.#T2##SUB2#
Machado thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Cassidy gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Machado is looking to take a break and control but Cassidy is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Cassidy has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Machado is working away from the top position though.
Machado tries to pass the half guard into mount. Cassidy knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB2#
Machado 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 pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Cassidy manages to get to full guard. #T3##SUB#
Cassidy working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Machado doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Machado manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Cassidy throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Machado looking to pass the guard.
Machado wants to control from the top but Cassidy keeps moving.
Cassidy controls Machado momentarily but Machado frees himself. #SUB#
Machado avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB#
Cassidy throws his legs up looking for a submission but Machado uses it to pass to side control. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Cassidy tries to improve position but can't.
Cassidy is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Nemesis Gym, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Cassidy can't do much from the bottom here.
Cassidy trying his best to control but Machado has mounted him.
Cassidy is desperately trying to improve his position but Machado has a good base and remains in mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Machado controlling the pace for now.
Cassidy tries to get back to half guard but can't. #SUB2#
Machado is working for a guillotine from mount but Cassidy frees his head quite easily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Machado avoids the attempt from Cassidy to control.
Cassidy is looking to improve his position but Machado isn't that keen on the idea.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Xander Machado 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#
Cassidy throws a leg kick
and Machado counters with a left and a right that stings Cassidy. #CL#
Cassidy clinches up against the cage.
Cassidy taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Machado blocks a body shot from Cassidy.
Machado blocking some punches.
Machado wants to stall.
Machado wants to take the fight to the mat but Cassidy manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
The referee is keeping an eye on Cassidy - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Machado has clasped his hands together around Cassidy's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Cassidy is looking to regain half guard here but Machado keeps moving and retains side control.
Machado wants to lay and pray for a moment but Cassidy keeps working. #T1#
Cassidy is looking for a sweep.
Cassidy trying to control but Machado flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back!
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Xander Machado has got the better of the ground game so far.
Machado has the hooks in. Cassidy is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #SUB2#
Cassidy is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Machado gets his way!
Machado has good solid back control here. #SUB2#
Machado tightening his grip on Cassidy, looking for the choke.
Cassidy is in bad spot here. #T2##SUB2#
Machado tightening his grip on Cassidy, looking for the choke.
Cassidy trying to control the action but Machado just sinks the hooks in.
Cassidy is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Machado is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#SUB2#
Machado working for the choke.
Will Machado go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
I really don't envy Cassidy right now.
Machado trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Cassidy doesn't escape. #T3##SUB2#
Machado is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Machado trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Cassidy trying to control the hands but Machado won't let him. #SUB2#
Machado looking for the RNC.
Cassidy holding both Machado 's hands and preventing any damage. #SUB2#
Machado is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Machado controlling well, preventing Cassidy from escaping the position. #T4##SUB2#
Machado is working for the choke. It looks like he might have got it... has he...? Yes! Cassidy is tapping out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:21 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Xander Machado!
A relieved looking Xander Machado 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: EFC Blaze vs Kishimoto
Date: Jan 12, 2019

#R1#
Norman swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Norman misses with a straight right.
It seemed like Machado was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Norman misses the shot to the body.
A clash of legs there as Machado blocks the low kick.
Machado ducks under a wild hook from Norman.
Norman throws a nice outside leg kick.
Norman misses the jab.
Machado drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Norman defends it well.
Norman looks to land a body kick but Machado moved away.
Norman throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Norman misses with a hook
letting Machado counter with a right hand.
Norman keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
The fighters circling - Norman throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Norman pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T1##TD2#
Machado closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Norman quickly recovers to half guard.
Norman is holding on to half guard well.
Machado wants to control but Norman is keeping him busy.
Machado sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Norman defending well though.
Norman blocking the ground and pound attempt from Machado.
Machado not doing much here.
Machado not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Norman is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Machado's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Machado's back!
You can see the frustration on Machado's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Machado manages to reverse the position and now he's in Norman's guard. Nice work there by Machado. #T2#
Machado throwing strikes from guard but Norman blocks nicely.
Machado preventing the sweep.
Machado landing some decent shots from guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Machado postures up in Norman's guard and throws a big left but Norman blocks it.
Machado has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Norman wants to sweep but no luck.
Machado is fighting to break Norman's control of his arms but Norman is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Machado working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Machado loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Norman pulls Machado in close to prevent any damage. #T3#
Machado throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Norman works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Machado trying to control but Norman is working from the bottom.
Norman preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Machado in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Machado distracts Norman with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Machado accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Machado trying to control the position from guard on top but Norman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Machado misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Norman.
Norman misses with a few strikes there. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#TD2#
Machado 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.
Machado throwing strikes from guard but Norman blocks nicely.
Norman has momentary wrist control but Machado slips an elbow through the middle.
Norman preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Norman avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Machado is looking to work some ground and pound but Norman has wrist control.
Machado missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Machado trying to control the position from guard on top but Norman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Machado throws a big right hand that misses.
Machado is looking to work some ground and pound but Norman has wrist control.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Norman lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Xander Machado will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Norman attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Norman tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Machado is able to avoid easily.
Norman blocks a head kick by Machado.
It looked like Norman wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Norman pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #TD2#
Machado closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Norman did well to prevent Machado getting side control.
Machado lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Machado throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Norman to regain full guard.
Norman managing to control the position.
Norman wants to sweep here but Machado controlling him for the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado tries to free his leg and advance position but Norman is retaining full guard. #T1#
Machado passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Machado content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Machado throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Machado in side control lands a decent elbow.
Norman is not content to let Machado control the position.
Norman parries the strikes from Machado easily there. Machado is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Norman to escape.
You can see the frustration on Norman's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB2#
Machado wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Norman, who protects the arm well. #T2#
Machado with the ground and pound but Norman regains half guard under the barage of strikes.
Norman is staying active underneath Machado, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Machado wants to pass the guard but Norman is defending well.
Machado has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Machado throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Norman regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Machado.
Machado wants to control from the top but Norman keeps moving.
Xander Machado has got the better of the ground game so far.#T3#
Machado in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Machado throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Machado throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Norman misses with a hook. Machado ducked under it nicely.
Machado throws a combination. Norman tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Norman throws a hook but Machado blocks it.
Norman misses with an uppercut. Machado saw that one coming.
Norman throws a body kick, spinning off balance#TD2#
and Machado counters with a single leg into guard. Norman didn't expect that.
Norman working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Machado.
Norman working a defensive guard here.
Norman working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Machado. #T4#
Machado 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.
Machado postures up in Norman's guard and throws a big left but Norman blocks it.
Machado engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Machado loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Norman keeping moving, preventing Machado from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Greg Norman is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Machado ducks under a wild hook from Norman.
A telegraphed right hand from Norman misses the target. #TD2#
Machado throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Norman was covering up waiting for the punch and Machado finishes the takedown easily into guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Xander Machado showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Norman's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Norman throws a shot from downtown. Machado moves away and avoids it.
Machado avoids the head kick by Norman.
Sloppy strikes from Machado. Those never looked like landing.
Norman checks a leg kick nicely.
Norman throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Norman throws out a loose jab but Machado uses good head movement to avoid it.
Machado tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Machado connects with a nice looking jab.
Greg Norman is winning the standup battle so far.
Norman looks to land a left hand but Machado moved out of range nicely.
Machado blocks a low kick nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Norman misses with a straight right.
Norman throws a body kick that misses
and Machado counters with a left to the body.
Xander Machado is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
A good leg kick by Norman.
Norman throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Machado lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.#T1#
Norman throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Machado tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Norman swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Norman tries to land a front kick but Machado steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
A head kick misses from Norman.
Machado throws a big counter head kick but Norman avoids it with no problem.
Norman throws a looping overhand right but Machado ducks down to avoid it.
Machado is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Norman throws a low kick but it's checked well by Machado.
Greg Norman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Norman finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Machado misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Norman attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
A low kick from Norman misses #TD2#
and Machado counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Machado sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Norman defending well though.
Machado thows a huge punch but Norman dodges it nicely. #T2#
Machado controlling the action here.
Machado not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Norman keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Machado lands strikes from half guard.
Xander Machado is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Machado lands with a punch from half guard.
Machado stalling.
Machado thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Machado missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T3#
Norman is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Machado wants to pass to mount but Norman is defending the position.
Machado looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Norman misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Machado looks to land a body kick but Norman moved away.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Machado checks a leg kick.
Machado lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Machado.
Machado blocks a jab.
Nice sprawl there from Norman as Machado shoots in.
Norman throws a jab but it's blocked by Machado. #T4#
A combination from Norman does no damage.
Despite the aggression on Machado's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Norman misses with a looping right.
Machado looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Norman misses with a telegraphed body shot #TD2#
and Machado counters with a takedown into side control.
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!
Machado looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Norman is avoiding damage well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Norman avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Machado.
Machado cracks Norman with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Norman trying to remain calm as Machado controls from the top position.
Let's hope that Machado 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.
Machado scoring with punches and elbows.

And that's the end of the fight!
Xander Machado comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Machado 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 Jorge Garcia scores the fight 27:30
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 27:30
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Xander Machado!
A relieved looking Xander Machado 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: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 12, 2018

#R1#
Sestius wants to clinch
and Machado counters with a left and a right that stings Sestius.
Publius Sestius seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A combination from Sestius does no damage.
Machado throws a big counter combination but Sestius scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Sestius.
Sestius throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #TD#
Machado closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Sestius's guard.
Machado is standing up over Sestius. Sestius looks to escape but Machado dives into side control.
Machado creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Sestius sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Sestius parries the strikes from Machado easily there. Machado is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Sestius to escape.
An elbow from Machado crashes against the mat.
Machado 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.
Machado throws an elbow but Sestius slips to the side and avoids it well.
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!
Machado creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Sestius sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Sestius is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.#T1#
Machado taking a break here but Sestius is having none of it and regains half guard.
Machado thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Machado slows the pace down in half guard.
Machado winds up and cracks Sestius with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Machado missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Machado thows a huge punch but Sestius dodges it nicely.
Sestius keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Sestius blocking the ground and pound attempt from Machado.
Machado missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T2#
Sestius is looking to escape.
Machado will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Machado tries to pass the half guard into mount. Sestius knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Sestius is looking for a sweep. Machado is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Sestius blocking the ground and pound attempt from Machado.
Machado working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Machado missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Machado stops Sestius from getting back to his feet.
Sestius is staying active underneath Machado, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Sestius on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #ES2#
Sestius pushes Machado off and gets back to his feet.
Sestius tries to clinch but Machado moves out of range.
Sestius takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Sestius misses with a double jab
and Machado counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #T3##CL2#
Sestius darts in and clinches Machado up against the cage.
Machado avoiding damage as Sestius throws knees to the body.
Machado avoiding damage as Sestius throws knees to the body.
Sestius is defending well against a takedown attempt.
A short left from Machado.
Sestius landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Machado avoids the elbow strike from Sestius, against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Machado.
A short uppercut from Machado.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Machado.
Sestius tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T4#
Sestius misses with a hook to the ribs.
Sestius struggles to land a body shot inside as Machado controls his hands.
Sestius lands a knee to the body.
Machado is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Sestius misses with a knee strike.
Sestius looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Sestius lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
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!
Sestius trying to land knees to the body.
Sestius lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Sestius struggles to land a body shot inside as Machado controls his hands.
Machado blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Sestius trying to land knees to the body.
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 Xander Machado will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Sestius moves in looking to clinch but Machado pushes him off.#CL2#
Sestius gets a clinch.
Sestius swings wildly with an uppercut but Machado uses good head movement to avoid it.
A shot in the inside from Sestius.
Sestius unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Sestius tries to work over Machado's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Sestius gets underhooks to prevent Machado's takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sestius lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
A right hook to the body lands for Sestius.
Sestius misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Machado.
Sestius goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T1#
Sestius tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Sestius is leaning against Machado and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Sestius is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Machado is defending well for now.
Machado is trying to drag Sestius to the mat but Sestius just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#TD#
Machado lands a takedown into guard.
Machado won't allow Sestius to get back to his feet.
Sestius avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Sestius keeping moving, preventing Machado from controlling successfully.
Sestius not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Sestius wants to stand but Machado is controlling the position. #T2#
Machado content to stall in guard here.
Sestius wants to stand up but Machado is controlling him. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Machado.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Xander Machado. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Machado showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Sestius.
Sestius fails with an attempt to clinch. #T3#
Machado fails to land the takedown.
Machado closes this distance looking for a takedown but Sestius circles away.
Sestius tries to clinch but Machado moves out of range.
Sestius throws a hook but Machado blocks it.
Machado throws a big counter combination but Sestius scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Machado misses with a head kick.
Machado has a takedown stuffed.
Sestius is looking to clinch but Machado is avoiding it.
Sestius checks a leg kick nicely.
The fight stays on the outside here - Sestius looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T4##CL2#
Sestius closes the distance and clinches.
Machado blocks a body shot from Sestius.
Sestius trying to land knees to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Machado.
Machado wants a takedown but no success here.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Sestius just misses with a elbow thrown towards Machado's brow.
Machado blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Knees to the body from Sestius.
Publius Sestius seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Sestius is leaning against Machado and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Sestius has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Machado tries for a takedown but Sestius manages to get underhooks.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Publius Sestius showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Sestius ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Sestius misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Sestius throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Machado counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #CL2#
Sestius closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Machado has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Sestius is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Machado on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
A nice right hand lands inside from Sestius.
Machado is trying to force a seperation but Sestius has the dominant position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sestius presses Machado against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Machado is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Sestius is keeping busy.
Sestius misses with the head strike. #T1#
Machado is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Sestius gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
A short uppercut from Sestius. #ROC2#
Machado is rocked!
Sestius misses with a hook from the clinch.
Oh Machado is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Machado blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Sestius fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Sestius pulls back and lands a big elbow that stuns Machado! Sestius unloads with more strikes and Machado sinks to his knees! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:26 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Publius Sestius!
Publius Sestius decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 10, 2018

#R1##TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Machado.
Machado slows the pace down.
Machado landing strikes.
Machado prevents Penis from escaping the position.
Machado cracks Penis with a big elbow.
Penis is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Machado cracks Penis with a big elbow.
Penis takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Penis gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Machado landing strikes from the mount and Penis is in trouble!
Machado with shots to the head and body - Penis looks very uncomfortable down there.
Machado working away from the top, dropping strikes.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Machado landing strikes from the mount and Penis is in trouble!
Machado controlling from the full mount.
Machado scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Penis?
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Machado lands a big shot there that rocks Penis but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Penis squirming around on the bottom, looking to escape.
BOOM! Machado connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Penis wants to try and get back to his feet.
Machado fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Machado landing punches.
Machado lands a heavy elbow. #ROC2#
Penis is rocked!
Machado sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Machado scoring with strikes but Penis is staying in there.
Oh Penis is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Machado cracks Penis with a big head shot that has him covering up instantly! He's rolled onto his side and the referee has seen enough - this one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Xander Machado!
Xander Machado seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
my Penis was interviewed post fight and said 'Bomb the caliphate, AND SERIOUSLY. What kind of gay cunt fights a 4 match pro, u cunt'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 29, 2018

#R1#
Machado throws a nice inside leg kick.
Maryanov throws a big shot that misses.
Maryanov blocks a head kick by Machado.
Maryanov throwing a counter right hand but Machado manages to avoid it.
A nice leg kick lands there from Machado.
Maryanov's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Machado connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Maryanov scrambles back to his feet.
Maryanov gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Machado.
Maryanov looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Maryanov takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Machado throws a lazy head kick
and Machado takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Machado jabs Maryanov right on the nose. Maryanov blinks but takes it well.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Machado scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Machado scores with a decent looking hook.
Machado lands with a good body shot.
Machado chopping away at his opponent's legs. #T1#
Maryanov misses with a low kick as Machado jumps back.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Maryanov 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 Machado has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Machado and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Machado connects with a solid leg kick.
Machado connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Maryanov momentarily.
Maryanov throws a head kick that misses.
Machado connects with a solid leg kick.
Maryanov fails to land with a series of punches.
Maryanov misses with a two punch combination.
Machado throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Machado has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
A chopping leg kick lands by Machado.
Maryanov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Maryanov walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Maryanov drops his hands momentarily and Machado takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Machado throws a leg kick which misses Maryanov's front leg but catches the back leg as Maryanov tries to avoid it.
Machado cracks Maryanov with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
The crowd cheers as Machado lands an impressive looking overhand right. Maryanov doesn't seem phased though.
Machado is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Maryanov had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Machado fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Machado lands a head kick. Maryanov smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Machado moves into range and connects with a jab. #ROC2#
Maryanov is rocked!
Maryanov drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Oh Maryanov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Maryanov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Maryanov seems to have got his legs back now.
Maryanov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Machado.
Maryanov on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Sloppy strikes from Maryanov. Those never looked like landing.
Machado is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.#T3#
The fighters circle momentarily. Machado darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Machado turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
A good leg kick by Machado.
Maryanov takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Machado lands a head kick!
Machado looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Machado throws a head kick that misses.
Maryanov seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Maryanov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Xander Machado seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Maryanov on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Maryanov missing with a left hand there. Machado was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Maryanov is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Machado lands a body shot. #T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Machado lands with a nice body punch.
Maryanov closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Crunch! Machado slams his shin into Maryanov's torso.
Maryanov is breathing heavily.
Nice jab there from Machado.
Machado feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Maryanov's calf.
Machado lets loose with a powerful body kick. Maryanov will feel that in the morning.
Machado stuns Maryanov with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Machado connects with a body shot.
We've been informed that Machado has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Maryanov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Machado connects with a looping right hand.
Maryanov on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Maryanov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Machado.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Xander Machado 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#
A nice inside leg kick there by Machado. That's going to slow Maryanov down.
Machado buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Machado feints and then cracks Maryanov's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Maryanov down.
Maryanov misses the shot to the body.
Machado lands a leg kick that knocks Maryanov off balance momentarily.
Machado pushes Maryanov away with a front kick.
Maryanov's legs have taken a beating and he's really slowing down as a result.
Machado scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Machado lands with a shot to the body.
Machado scores with a jab. Maryanov acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A chopping leg kick lands by Machado.
Jab, jab by Machado - just one landing.
Machado lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Machado stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#T1#
Machado buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Machado punishes Maryanov's body with a nice straight punch.
Machado lands a nice leg kick that just misses Maryanov's sensitive parts.
Machado lands a really nice looking cross but Maryanov seems unphased.
Machado lands a jab to Maryanov's midsection.
Maryanov looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Good shot there by Machado.
Maryanov takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Maryanov steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Machado. That one must have hurt.
That kick from Machado tenderised Maryanov's leg. Maryanov is trying to keep his angry face on.
Dmitrij Maryanov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Machado lands with a shot to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Machado dips to his left and cracks Maryanov with an uppercut!
A thudding body kick lands there by Machado! #T2#
Maryanov has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Maryanov there as he acknowledges the shot.
Machado lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Machado dips to his left and cracks Maryanov with an uppercut!
Maryanov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Machado.
Maryanov drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Machado 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.
Machado gets in close and tags Maryanov with a short punch that almost sends Maryanov to the mat! Oh Maryanov is in big trouble! He turns his back on Machado, trying to create some distance but Machado rushes him, striking wildly and Maryanov goes down! The referee tackles Machado into the cage to end the fight! Machado is one violent man!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:41 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Xander Machado!
Our winner, Xander Machado, 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.
Dmitrij Maryanov was interviewed post fight and said 'Cyka, Blyat.'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 25, 2018

#R1#
Machado scores with a shot to the body.
Jab from Machado.
Marinyx has his takedown stuffed
and Marinyx takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Marinyx tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Machado counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Marinyx thinking.
Machado avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Marinyx is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Marinyx shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Machado sprawls well. Machado wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Marinyx gets slowly back to his feet.
Machado throws a quick inside leg kick.
Marinyx tries to close the distance and clinch but Machado swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Marinyx looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Machado scoring well with a low kick there.
Machado thows a body kick. Marinyx tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Marinyx needs to keep his hands up - Machado had a free shot at his head there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Machado getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Marinyx fails in his attempt to clinch.
Marinyx takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#T1#
Marinyx tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Machado avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Machado seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Machado 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.
Machado scores with a shot to the body.
Machado scores with a jab to the head.
Marinyx takes one to the side of the head.
Machado thumps Marinyx with a low kick.
Marinyx closes the distance and clinches up with Machado, looking for a takedown. Marinyx pushes Machado against the cage but Machado circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Xander Machado has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rodger Marinyx.
Machado with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Machado wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Marinyx tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Machado with a jab.
Machado ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Marinyx shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Marinyx has his takedown stuffed
and Machado counters with a series of strikes. Marinyx will be more careful next time no doubt.
Marinyx takes a kick to the side of the head.
A cross from Machado lands.#ROC#
Marinyx is rocked!
Marinyx tries to clinch
and Machado counters with a nice low kick that buckles Marinyx's knee momentarily.
Marinyx is still on wobbly legs! Can Machado finish him?#T2#
Marinyx looks to clinch
and Machado counters with a nice uppercut.
Machado throws a head kick that half lands.
Machado fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Marinyx has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Machado avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Marinyx seems to have recovered his senses.
Machado moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Machado moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Marinyx drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Marinyx stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Machado.
Marinyx walks into a straight right hand from Machado.
Marinyx gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Machado.
Marinyx takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Machado scoring well with a low kick there.
Marinyx wants to clinch
and Machado counters with a nice body shot.
Marinyx shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Machado sprawls well. Machado wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Marinyx gets slowly back to his feet.#T3#
Machado scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Marinyx tries to clinch
and Machado counters with a straight right hand.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Marinyx.
Marinyx tries to clinch up
and Machado counters with a stiff right hand.
Machado throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Marinyx's head.#CUT#
It looks like Rodger Marinyx has been cut.
Marinyx has his takedown stuffed
and Machado counters with a straight right hand.
Marinyx closes the distance but Machado moves to the side
enabling Machado to counter with a crisp jab.
Machado connects with a body shot.
Machado lands an overhand right.
Nice body punch from Machado. #T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Marinyx has his takedown stuffed
and Machado counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Marinyx is trying desperately to land a takedown but Machado is having absolutely none of it. This is turning into a bit of a nightmare for Marinyx.
Machado circles away from the clinch attempt
enabling Machado to counter with a crisp jab.
Marinyx has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Nice body kick from Machado.
Machado lands with an uppercut that bounces Marinyx off the cage and back into range.
Marinyx takes a shot right to the bread basket.#KD#
Machado cracks Marinyx with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Machado has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Marinyx to stand back up!
Marinyx tries for a takedown but Machado circles away easily
and Machado counters with a nice low kick that buckles Marinyx's knee momentarily.
Marinyx looks winded!
Marinyx is looking to clinch but Machado is avoiding it.
and Machado counters with a massive uppercut that badly hurts Marinyx! He's just covering up as Machado starts to tee off till the referee steps in and stops the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Xander Machado!
During a confident post fight interview, Xander Machado thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: TWGC 22 (265lbs, D1): Finals - Round 3
Date: Aug 13, 2018

Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Indigo Starseed (ranked 12431 p4p, 0 weight class) and Xander Machado (ranked 6407 p4p, 0 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!

187 cm
40 yrs
212 lbs

196 cm
28 yrs
208 lbs

Starseed

Machado

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 7 losses; Indigo Starseed! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 4 losses; Xander Machado!
The judges for this bout are Dillan Fox, Trevor Gratis and Robert Douchet.

The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Machado.
Machado misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.

Machado dives in and scores a takedown into Starseed's guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Starseed (0) vs (2) Machado
Starseed is pulling down on Machado's head. It's preventing any offense from Machado, at least for the moment.
Starseed keeping full guard, as Machado tries to pass.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado trying to control the position from guard on top but Starseed is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Starseed pulls Machado in close to prevent any damage.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Machado is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Starseed 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.
Starseed is controlling Machado's posture.
Starseed can't keep his opponent in guard - Machado advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Machado trying to pass the guard but Starseed defending well.
Starseed is positioning himself well to prevent Machado advancing to mount.
Machado trying to mount his opponent but Starseed defends it.
Machado is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Starseed reverses the position - he's now on top in Machado's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Starseed (2) vs (2) Machado

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Machado wants to sweep but no luck.
Machado keeps trying to improve his position.
Machado working a defensive guard but Starseed manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Starseed (5) vs (2) Machado
Machado struggling a bit here.
Machado is looking for a sweep.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Machado being controlled for a moment.
A bit of a lull in the action here.
Machado struggling a bit here.
Machado is looking to regain half guard here but Starseed keeps moving and retains side control.
Starseed wants to control but Machado is keeping him busy.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Starseed controls the position.
Machado gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Machado is looking to improve his position.
Starseed looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Machado trying to get back to full guard but Starseed takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Starseed (8) vs (2) Machado
Machado is wriggling around trying to escape.
Machado tries to hold on but Starseed postures up.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Starseed looking to control but Machado is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Machado is trying to reverse the position but instead Starseed has taken his back - oops!
Score +3 for taking back: Starseed (11) vs (2) Machado
Machado tries to escape the position.
Starseed biding his time, controlling Machado.
We've been hearing good reports from Starseed'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.
Machado breaks Starseed's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Starseed (11) vs (4) Machado

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Starseed pulls Machado in close to prevent any damage.
Machado trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Starseed wants to sweep but no luck.
Machado slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Score +3 for passing guard: Starseed (11) vs (7) Machado
Starseed prevents Machado from improving position.
Starseed is not content to let Machado control the position.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Machado controlling from side mount.

Machado goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Starseed has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Machado but great work by Starseed.
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Starseed (15) vs (7) Machado
Machado regains half guard there - taking advantage of Starseed's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.

That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Machado tries to roll over but Starseed keeps him under control.
Machado trying to control here.
Starseed prevents Machado from improving his position.
Starseed is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Machado is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Starseed seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Machado wants to improve his position but Starseed is controlling well.
Machado wants to get back to full guard but Starseed has mounted him!
Score +3 for passing guard: Starseed (18) vs (7) Machado

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Starseed avoids the attempt from Machado to control.
Starseed takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Machado is trying to reverse the position but instead Starseed has taken his back - oops!
Score +3 for taking back: Starseed (21) vs (7) Machado
Machado is in bad spot here.

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Starseed has good solid back control here.
Machado wants to control his opponent's hands but Starseed gets his hands free.
Starseed keeps control of the position easily here as Machado tries to buck him off.
Machado turns into Starseed and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Starseed (21) vs (9) Machado

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Starseed holds on and takes a little breather.
Machado slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Score +3 for passing guard: Starseed (21) vs (12) Machado
Starseed is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Machado's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Starseed wants to control but Machado is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Machado is looking to stall here but Starseed recovers full guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Starseed takes the fight on points by 21 to 12.
Indigo Starseed is the new heavyweight champion!
Post fight, Indigo Starseed took to the microphone: 'Man first off I want to say thank you to the creator for allowing me to show you all my true potential tonight, and then I would like to thank Broken Halo Pride! You are my blood and my family! I also want to say Garfield, your a a beast man, if you would have just laced off the lasagna I might no'.

Event: TWGC 22 (265lbs, D1): Finals - Round 2
Date: Aug 12, 2018

Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Xander Machado (ranked 6397 p4p, 0 weight class) and Martez Lopez (ranked 2922 p4p, 404 weight class). Xander Machado had a look across the cage there at his opponent. He definitely means business

196 cm
28 yrs
208 lbs

178 cm
26 yrs
220 lbs

Machado

Lopez

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 4 losses; Xander Machado! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 0 losses; Martez Lopez!
The judges for this bout are Elvis Blanc, Ian Loll and Yves DeLean.

The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Machado shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Lopez as he jumps to the side.

Machado looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Machado (2) vs (0) Lopez
Lopez looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Machado 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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

Lopez looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Lopez looking for a sweep. Not yet Lopez, not yet.
Machado will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lopez keeping moving, preventing Machado from controlling successfully.
Machado pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lopez is keeping the position for now.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Lopez working a defensive guard here.
Machado trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.

Lopez is looking for a triangle here but Machado uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Machado (5) vs (0) Lopez
Lopez struggling a bit here.

Machado tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Lopez is looking for a sweep.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Lopez manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Machado tries to pass to full mount but Lopez defends it.
Lopez is not content to let Machado control the position.

Lopez is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Machado pulls his head out easily.
Machado tries to pass the half guard into mount. Lopez knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lopez wants to improve his position but Machado is controlling well.
Machado trying to control the action but Lopez is working from the bottom.
Machado passes to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Machado (8) vs (0) Lopez
Machado is looking to take a break and control but Lopez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Lopez 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.
Machado advances to mount.
Score +2 for reaching mount: Machado (10) vs (0) Lopez
Machado is trying to take his opponent's back.
Lopez is looking to improve his position but Machado isn't that keen on the idea.
Machado is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. Lopez is in real trouble.
Score +3 for taking back: Machado (13) vs (0) Lopez
Machado just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Machado is trying to stick to Lopez's back but Lopez is turning into Machado. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Machado's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Lopez.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Machado (13) vs (2) Lopez
Lopez trying to control the position from guard on top but Machado is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lopez is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Machado looking to hit a scissor sweep but Lopez is one step ahead there.
Lopez looking to pass the guard.
Lopez trying to control the position from guard on top but Machado is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lopez must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Machado looking for a sweep. Not yet Machado, not yet.
Machado manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Lopez manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Machado (15) vs (2) Lopez
Machado won't allow Lopez to sweep him here.

Lopez working for a triangle but Machado defends it easily.
Lopez keeping moving, preventing Machado from controlling successfully.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Lopez is trying to keep Machado in close.
Lopez keeping moving, preventing Machado from controlling successfully.

Lopez is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Machado pushes down on Lopez's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Machado prevents Lopez from improving his position.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.

Lopez is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Machado pulls his head out easily.
Lopez has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Machado moves nicely into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Machado (18) vs (2) Lopez
Machado tries to advance to mount but can't.
Machado advances to full mount.
Score +2 for reaching mount: Machado (20) vs (2) Lopez
Machado prevents Lopez from getting the reversal.
Lopez stops Machado from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Lopez bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Machado (20) vs (4) Lopez
Machado tries to land a sweep but no joy.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Lopez stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Machado swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Machado pulls Lopez in close to prevent any damage.

Machado is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Machado trying to keep a closed guard but Lopez is proving a slippery customer.
Lopez controlling from the top position.
Machado controls Lopez momentarily but Lopez frees himself.

That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Machado has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Lopez has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Machado (20) vs (7) Lopez

Lopez wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Machado, who protects the arm well.
Lopez trying to control the action but Machado is working from the bottom.
Lopez tries to advance to mount but Machado denies him.
Lopez trying to control the position but Machado is working away.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Machado is trying to escape the position but Lopez is controlling the position.

Lopez is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Machado has escaped the position, nice work there.
Lopez staying calm.
Machado wants to control but Lopez postures up.
Machado is looking for a sweep.
Lopez tries to move to full mount but Machado actually manages to regain half guard.
Lopez trying to mount his opponent but Machado defends it.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Machado wants to sweep but Lopez has passed to side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Machado (20) vs (10) Lopez
Machado manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Machado is looking for a sweep. Lopez is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Machado regains full guard. Nicely done.
Lopez preventing the sweep.

Lopez lying in Machado's guard like a wet fish here, stalling away. Machado decides he's had enough of all that nonsense - he escapes his hips and locks up an armbar! Wow, that was slick! Lopez taps! This one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 12:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Xander Machado!
A relieved looking Xander Machado 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 22 (265lbs, D1): Finals - Round 1
Date: Aug 11, 2018

Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Jordi Joestar (ranked 2229 p4p, 0 weight class) and Xander Machado (ranked 6305 p4p, 0 weight class). Chooooooooon! I think Joestar might be my favorite fighter, now he's come out to Stand Proud. This should be a great matchup!

195 cm
33 yrs
259 lbs

196 cm
28 yrs
208 lbs

Joestar

Machado

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Jordi Joestar! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 4 losses; Xander Machado!
The judges for this bout are Ian Loll, Trevor Gratis and Yves DeLean.

The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Machado shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Joestar but Joestar pushes him off and we're back to square one.
As Machado tries to get set, Joestar tries to push him back and clinch up but Machado manages to avoid the attempt.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Machado.
Machado is trying hard to land a takedown here. Joestar sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
As Machado tries to get set, Joestar tries to push him back and clinch up but Machado manages to avoid the attempt.
Jordi Joestar has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Xander Machado.

Joestar moves into the clinch successfully.
Machado has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Joestar after a bit of a struggle.
Joestar stops a takedown attempt from Machado.

Joestar pulls guard effortlessly.
Joestar trying to control the position.
Joestar is adopting a defensive guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Joestar looking to hit a scissor sweep but Machado is one step ahead there.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Joestar working a defensive guard here.
Joestar 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: Joestar (2) vs (0) Machado
Machado is trying to get back to full guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Joestar'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.
Machado is looking to get back to full guard here but Joestar has managed to pass to side control instead.
Score +3 for passing guard: Joestar (5) vs (0) Machado

Joestar tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Machado tries to improve position but can't.
Machado is not content to let Joestar control the position.
You can see the frustration on Machado's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Machado manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Joestar (5) vs (2) Machado

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Joestar wants to control the action here but instead Machado manages to pass to full mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Joestar (5) vs (5) Machado
Machado wants to take Joestar's back here but Joestar is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Machado takes Joestar's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Joestar is in trouble.
Score +3 for taking back: Joestar (5) vs (8) Machado
Joestar trying to control the hands but Machado won't let him.
Joestar is defending well here and trying to improve his position.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Machado is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Joestar tries to roll but Machado sticks to his back.
Joestar is working hard here to advance position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Machado tries to get the hooks in deep but Joestar pushed the leg off.
Joestar tries to escape the position.
Machado tries to get the hooks in deep but Joestar pushed the leg off.
You can see the frustration on Joestar's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Machado's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Joestar trying to control the action but Machado just sinks the hooks in.
Joestar manages to reverse the position and now he's in Machado's guard. Nice work there by Joestar.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Joestar (7) vs (8) Machado

Machado looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Joestar has picked Machado up and slammed him! Machado can't keep hold of the triangle and Joestar manages to pass to side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Joestar (10) vs (8) Machado
Machado is looking for a sweep.
Joestar wants to control but Machado is keeping him busy.
We've been informed that Machado has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.

Joestar wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Machado, who protects the arm well.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Joestar tries to advance to mount but can't.
Joestar wants to control but Machado is keeping him busy.
Machado is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Joestar off and has taken his back!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Joestar (10) vs (12) Machado
Joestar trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Machado biding his time, controlling Joestar.
Joestar wants to control his opponent's hands but Machado gets his hands free.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Joestar tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Joestar is looking to improve his position but Machado isn't that keen on the idea.
Joestar is squirming around, avoiding Machado's attempts to control the action.
Joestar gets back to half guard.
Joestar is looking to control Machado's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Joestar avoid being mounted?
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Joestar wants to get back to full guard.
Machado tries to pass the half guard into mount. Joestar knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Machado is still trying to improve position.
Machado is keen to just control but Joestar is a slippery customer.
Joestar won't allow Machado to pass to mount.
Machado is taking a breather. Joestar 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.
Joestar wants to control but Machado is keeping busy and won't allow it.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Machado uses his free foot to push down on Joestar's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Joestar.
Score +3 for passing guard: Joestar (10) vs (15) Machado
Machado manages to capitalize on a mistake by Joestar to take his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Joestar (10) vs (18) Machado
Joestar is trying to break free.
Joestar turns into Machado and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Joestar (12) vs (18) Machado
Joestar trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Joestar is looking to advance position but Machado has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Joestar (12) vs (22) Machado
Joestar can't escape the position.
Machado can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Joestar is looking to escape.
Joestar tries to hold on but Machado pushes him away.

That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Machado content just to control the position here.
Machado can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Joestar is looking to escape.
Joestar is trying desperately to improve position.
Joestar regains half guard.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Joestar tries to roll over but Machado keeps him under control.
Joestar slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Joestar is trying to control the position from the bottom.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Joestar is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Joestar (14) vs (22) Machado
Joestar trying to control but Machado is working from the bottom.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Joestar looking to sit in guard and control but Machado gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Joestar (14) vs (24) Machado
Joestar keeping moving, preventing Machado from controlling successfully.
Machado engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Joestar controls Machado momentarily but Machado frees himself.
Machado forces his way into half guard.

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Machado prevents Joestar from improving his position.
Machado works his way into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Joestar (14) vs (27) Machado
Joestar wants to control but Machado postures up.
Machado tries to move into full mount but can't pass Joestar's legs.
You can see the frustration on Joestar's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Machado advances to full mount.
Score +2 for reaching mount: Joestar (14) vs (29) Machado
Joestar regains half guard.
Machado wants to control but Joestar is keeping him busy.
Machado trying to mount his opponent but Joestar defends it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Machado is trying to control. Joestar wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
The fighters are battling for position here. Joestar manages to regain full guard. Nice work.

And that's the end of the fight!
Machado wins on points by 29 to 14.
A very excited looking Xander Machado 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 22 (265lbs, D1): Amsterdam Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Aug 03, 2018

Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Bode Muller (ranked 3780 p4p, 0 weight class) and Xander Machado (ranked 6118 p4p, 0 weight class). Chooooooooon! I think Muller might be my favorite fighter, now he's come out to Feuer Frei. Xander Machado told me before the fight that he's been watching a lot of DVDs so let's see if that helps him in this one! I can't wait to find out!

190 cm
41 yrs
220 lbs

196 cm
28 yrs
208 lbs

Muller

Machado

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Bode Muller! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 4 losses; Xander Machado!
The judges for this bout are Patrick Alders, Aafke Stam and Daniel Blasius.

Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?

Machado closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Muller quickly recovers to half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Muller (0) vs (2) Machado
Muller is looking for a sweep. Machado is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

Muller looking for submissions off his back.
Machado sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Muller tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Machado has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Score +3 for passing guard: Muller (0) vs (5) Machado
Machado manages to capitalize on a mistake by Muller to take his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Muller (0) vs (8) Machado
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado has the hooks in. Muller is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Machado looking for the choke from the back.
Muller tries to roll but Machado sticks to his back.
Muller is working hard here to advance position.
Machado has good solid back control here.

Machado has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Muller has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Muller can't escape the position.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Machado struggling to keep hold of the position.
Machado is hanging on to Muller's back as he tries to escape.

Muller tries to escape but he's let his defenses down in doing so and Machado has slipped in the rear naked choke! Oh, that's tiiiiiiiiight! Muller is tapping! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Xander Machado!
Xander Machado decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: TWGC 22 (265lbs, D1): Amsterdam Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Aug 02, 2018

Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Xander Machado (ranked 6086 p4p, 0 weight class) and Prana Halo (ranked 21127 p4p, 0 weight class). Both fighters will be looking to make this an exciting fight for the fans, I'm sure!

196 cm
28 yrs
208 lbs

187 cm
25 yrs
209 lbs

Machado

Halo

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 4 losses; Xander Machado! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 6 losses; Prana Halo!
The judges for this bout are Saam Ante, Albert Achterberg and Aafke Stam.

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

Machado looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Halo!
Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Machado (4) vs (0) Halo
Halo being controlled for a moment.
Machado tries to move into full mount but can't pass Halo's legs.
Machado 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.
Machado trying to control the position but Halo is working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Halo tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Halo is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Halo struggling a bit here.
Machado tries to advance to mount but can't.
Halo 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.
Machado in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Machado working away.
A lull in the action here.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Halo can't do much from the bottom here.
Machado tries to move to mount but Halo blocks the move with his legs.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Machado wants to lay and pray for a moment but Halo keeps working.
Halo wants to control but Machado postures up.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Machado is looking to take a break and control but Halo is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Halo gets back to half guard.
Halo wants to get back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Halo trying to control but Machado postures up.
Machado slows the pace down in half guard.
Halo is refusing to be controlled, as Machado sits in half guard.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Halo wants to control but Machado is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Machado content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Halo gets back to full guard.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Machado works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Halo is looking for a sweep. Machado is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Machado trying to mount his opponent but Halo defends it.
Machado is keen to just control but Halo is a slippery customer.
Halo is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Machado is pressing down on Halo's thigh, looking to free his foot. Halo is holding on for now.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Machado wants to control but Halo is keeping him busy.
Machado prevents Halo from improving his position.
Halo is controlling Machado's trapped leg to prevent Machado from advancing to side control.
Halo is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Halo controlling the position well.
Machado trying to control the pace.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Machado trying to control from half guard but Halo is working away.
Machado stalling.
Halo is trying to maintain the position but Machado is very close to passing his half guard.
Machado trying to control from half guard but Halo is working away.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Halo is trying to control but Machado manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Machado (7) vs (0) Halo
Machado wants to control the pace but Halo is squirming around nicely.
Machado avoids the attempt from Halo to control.
Halo is just holding on here. Machado manages to take his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Machado (10) vs (0) Halo
Halo wants to control his opponent's hands but Machado gets his hands free.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Machado is hanging on to Halo's back as he tries to escape.
Machado trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
I really don't envy Halo right now.
Halo trying to control the action but Machado just sinks the hooks in.

Machado has one arm under Halo 's neck. Halo is controlling the other arm well. He's just looking to survive right now. Machado manages to get his arm free though and Halo is in a world of trouble! Machado sinks in the hooks and squeezes! Halo turns purple and then goes limp. The referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Xander Machado!
A very excited looking Xander Machado 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: DARE SUBMISSION SERIES 2
Date: Jun 20, 2018

Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Percy Schmeiser (ranked 2983 p4p, 71 weight class) and Xander Machado (ranked 5539 p4p, 122 weight class). Schmeiser's entrance music is David vs Monsanto. A fine choice. The crowd giving both fighters a great reception on their way into the arena. That's good to see.

178 cm
40 yrs
174 lbs

196 cm
27 yrs
208 lbs

Schmeiser

Machado

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 5 losses; Percy Schmeiser! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 3 losses; Xander Machado!
The judges for this bout are Arvi Lind, Johanna Lukiainen and Matti Vanhoillinen.

Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?

Schmeiser shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Machado's guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Schmeiser (2) vs (0) Machado
Schmeiser wants to control from the top but Machado keeps moving.
Machado controlling the position.
Schmeiser trying to control the position from guard on top but Machado is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Schmeiser's corner is telling him to maintain position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schmeiser trying to move into half guard but instead Machado has managed to sweep!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Schmeiser (2) vs (2) Machado
Schmeiser is trying to keep Machado in close.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Machado trying to control but Schmeiser is working from the bottom.
Machado engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Schmeiser not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Schmeiser pulls Machado in close to his closed guard and prevents Machado from doing any damage or advancing position.
Schmeiser wants to sweep here but Machado controlling him for the moment.
Schmeiser working a defensive guard here.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Machado wants to control from the top but Schmeiser keeps moving.
Machado looking to pass the guard.
Schmeiser looking to hit a scissor sweep but Machado is one step ahead there.
Machado looking to pass the guard.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Machado trying to control but Schmeiser is working from the bottom.

Machado thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Schmeiser wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Machado is now in half guard.
Schmeiser is holding on to half guard well.
Machado is keen to just control but Schmeiser is a slippery customer.
Schmeiser is looking for a sweep. Machado is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
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.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Machado wants to lay and pray for a moment but Schmeiser keeps working.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Schmeiser is looking to improve his position.
Schmeiser is refusing to be controlled, as Machado sits in half guard.
Schmeiser is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Machado works his way into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Schmeiser (2) vs (5) Machado

Machado is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Schmeiser has escaped the position, nice work there.
Machado moves into full mount!
Score +2 for reaching mount: Schmeiser (2) vs (7) Machado

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Schmeiser wants to control but Machado is having none of it.
Schmeiser might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Machado trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Machado seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Schmeiser is holding on tight.
We've been hearing good reports from Schmeiser'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.
Schmeiser tries to reverse the position but Machado maintains control.
Machado wants to control the pace but Schmeiser is squirming around nicely.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Schmeiser tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Schmeiser tries to hold on but Machado postures up.

Machado is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Schmeiser has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Schmeiser!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Schmeiser (4) vs (7) Machado
Schmeiser won't allow Machado to sweep him here.
Schmeiser 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.
Schmeiser slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Score +3 for passing guard: Schmeiser (7) vs (7) Machado

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Schmeiser wants to control but Machado is keeping him busy.
Machado is trying to improve his position.
Machado wants to control but Schmeiser postures up.
Schmeiser is looking to take a break and control but Machado is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Machado is looking for a sweep.
Schmeiser wants to lay and pray for a moment but Machado keeps working.
Schmeiser takes a little break here. Machado wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Machado is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Schmeiser working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Machado's thigh. Machado counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Machado is trying to keep Schmeiser in close.
Schmeiser looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Machado keeping moving, preventing Schmeiser from controlling successfully.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Machado is trying to control the position but Schmeiser postures up.
Machado is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Schmeiser tries to free his leg and advance position but Machado is retaining full guard.
Schmeiser trying to control but Machado is working from the bottom.
Schmeiser trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Machado keeping moving, preventing Schmeiser from controlling successfully.

That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Machado looking to hit a scissor sweep but Schmeiser is one step ahead there.
Machado trying to control the position.
Machado looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Schmeiser is pushing down on Machado's leg trying to pass to half guard. Machado is fighting to maintain full guard but Schmeiser has managed to sneak the leg through.
Schmeiser trying to pass the guard but Machado defending well.
Schmeiser wants to lay and pray for a moment but Machado keeps working.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Schmeiser prevents Machado from improving his position.
Schmeiser is looking to take a break and control but Machado is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Machado wants to get back to full guard.

Machado actively working from the bottom here.
Machado trying to control but Schmeiser postures up.
Machado 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.
Machado might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Schmeiser haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Machado is looking to improve his position.
Schmeiser keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Schmeiser trying to mount his opponent but Machado defends it.
Schmeiser is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Machado!
Score +3 for passing guard: Schmeiser (10) vs (7) Machado
Schmeiser takes Machado's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Machado is in trouble.
Score +3 for taking back: Schmeiser (13) vs (7) Machado
Schmeiser controls the position.

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.

Schmeiser has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Machado has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!

Machado is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Machado tries to escape but Schmeiser has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Machado turns into Schmeiser and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Schmeiser (13) vs (9) Machado

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Schmeiser 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: Schmeiser (15) vs (9) Machado
The fighters are battling for position here. Machado manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Schmeiser controlling from the top position.
Schmeiser trying to control the position from guard on top but Machado is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!

And that's the end of the fight!
Schmeiser takes the fight on points by 15 to 9.
Percy Schmeiser managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Zenith Nutrition (160q/$200), into his post fight interview.

Event: DARE SUB OPEN GP 2ND RD
Date: Jun 06, 2018

Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Kim Il Sung (ranked 1471 p4p, 39 weight class) and Xander Machado (ranked 5543 p4p, 118 weight class). Chooooooooon! I think Il Sung might be my favorite fighter, now he's come out to Death in Vegas- Dirt. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!

178 cm
36 yrs
185 lbs

196 cm
27 yrs
208 lbs

Il Sung

Machado

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Kim Il Sung! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 3 losses; Xander Machado!
The judges for this bout are Alyssa Summers, Russell Pearce and David Schapiro.

The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.

Il Sung gets a takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Il Sung (2) vs (0) Machado
Il Sung wants to pass the guard but Machado is defending well.
Machado is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Il Sung tries to pass to full mount but Machado defends it.
Il Sung slows the pace down in half guard.
Machado is not content to let Il Sung control the position.
We've been hearing good reports from Il Sung'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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado is trying to get back to full guard.
Machado keeping control of the position.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Il Sung is working for a kimura but Machado is defending it quite comfortably.
Machado is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Il Sung's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Il Sung's back!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Il Sung (2) vs (4) Machado

Il Sung is looking to escape here. Oh dear - Machado has locked on a rear naked choke here! Il Sung is tapping out! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Xander Machado!
In his post fight interview, Xander Machado started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
In defeat, Kim Il Sung stepped up to the mic, saying 'Eat my feces you filthy capitalist dog!'.

Event: TWGC 21 (205lbs, D1): St Petersburg Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Apr 15, 2018

Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Xander Machado (ranked 5458 p4p, 0 weight class) and Indigo Starseed (ranked 12898 p4p, 832 weight class). Indigo Starseed is staring across the cage at his opponent, tweaking his nipples.

196 cm
27 yrs
208 lbs

187 cm
39 yrs
212 lbs

Machado

Starseed

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 2 losses; Xander Machado! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 5 losses; Indigo Starseed!
The judges for this bout are Igor Prikhodko, Konstantin Menshow and Aleksei Zolotukhin.

Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?

Machado fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Starseed to the ground. Machado is now in Starseed's guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Machado (2) vs (0) Starseed
Machado pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Starseed is keeping the position for now.
Machado looking to sit in guard and control but Starseed gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Machado (2) vs (2) Starseed
Machado not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Starseed engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Machado manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Starseed manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Machado (4) vs (2) Starseed

That's one minute gone in the round.
Machado advances position into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Machado (7) vs (2) Starseed

Machado goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Starseed rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Machado's guard! Nice work there by Starseed!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Machado (7) vs (4) Starseed
Machado not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Starseed won't allow Machado to sweep him here.
Machado is pulling down on Starseed's head. It's preventing any offense from Starseed, at least for the moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Machado looking to control but Starseed passes into half guard.
Starseed slows the pace down in half guard.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Machado wants to improve his position but Starseed is controlling well.

Machado looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Machado trying to get back to full guard but Starseed takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Machado (7) vs (7) Starseed

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Starseed avoids the attempt from Machado to control.
Starseed sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Machado wants to control but Starseed is having none of it.
Machado is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Machado is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Starseed tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Machado is trying to escape the mount.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Machado slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Starseed prevents Machado from improving his position.
Starseed takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Machado tries to roll over but Starseed keeps him under control.

That's six minutes gone in the round.

Machado looking for subs from the bottom but Starseed mounts him!
Score +3 for passing guard: Machado (7) vs (10) Starseed
Machado tries to hold on but Starseed pushes him away.
Starseed content just to control the position here.
Starseed prevents Machado from getting the reversal.
Starseed tries to control but Machado wriggling away.
Machado gets back to half guard.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Machado wants to improve his position but Starseed is controlling well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Starseed is looking to advance position but Machado won't allow it.
Machado trying to hold on to Starseed's head to control him but Starseed postures up.
Machado wants to get back to full guard.
My spies in AREA 51 inform me that Starseed has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Starseed controlling the action here.
Let's hope that Starseed 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.
Machado is looking to improve his position.
Machado trying to control here.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Machado is controlling Starseed's trapped leg to prevent Starseed from advancing to side control.
Machado wants to get back to full guard.
Starseed controlling the pace.
Machado gets full guard.
Starseed looking to pass the guard.
Machado trying to keep a closed guard but Starseed is proving a slippery customer.

Machado throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Starseed escapes and throws Machado's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Machado (7) vs (13) Starseed

That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Starseed controls the position from side control.
Machado is looking for a sweep.
Machado is working hard here to advance position.
Machado sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Machado wants to control but Starseed is keeping busy and won't allow it.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Machado is trying to get back to full guard.
Starseed passes into side control, despite Machado's attempt to control the position.
Score +3 for passing guard: Machado (7) vs (16) Starseed
Machado wants to control but Starseed postures up.
Machado tries to improve position but can't.
Starseed content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Machado tries to buck Starseed off but Starseed is having none of it.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Starseed in the domination position with Machado hanging on.
Machado is trying to improve his position.
Starseed in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Starseed is looking to take a break and control but Machado is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Machado is looking for a sweep.

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Machado gets back to half guard.
Starseed prevents Machado from improving his position.
Machado trying to hold on to Starseed's head to control him but Starseed postures up.
Starseed moves nicely into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Machado (7) vs (19) Starseed

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Starseed happy to just control the position for now.
Machado is trying to control Starseed's posture but Starseed avoids it.
Machado is letting Starseed control him for a moment.
Machado is trying to get back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Machado has one of Starseed's arms on lockdown, trying to prevent him from doing any damage.

And that's the end of the fight!
Starseed wins on points by 19 to 7.
As Indigo Starseed got his breath back, he grabbed the microphone and managed to blurt out the following: Man first off I want to say thank you to the creator for allowing me to show you all my true potential tonight, and then I would like to thank Broken Halo Pride! You are my blood and my family! I also want to say Garfield, your a a beast man, if you would have just laced off the lasagna I might no'.

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

Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Xander Machado (ranked 5433 p4p, 0 weight class) and Jeremy Sullivan (ranked 489 p4p, 15 weight class). Jeremy Sullivan is the more experienced fighter, so let's see if that makes a difference tonight.

196 cm
27 yrs
208 lbs

180 cm
38 yrs
170 lbs

Machado

Sullivan

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Xander Machado! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Jeremy Sullivan!
The judges for this bout are Vladimir Khabensky, Aleksandr Martynov and Konstantin Menshow.

Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?

Sullivan scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Machado (0) vs (2) Sullivan
Machado is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Sullivan wants to lay and pray for a moment but Machado keeps working.
Machado has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Sullivan is working away from the top position though.
Machado slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.

Machado is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Sullivan wants to control from the top but Machado keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado keeping full guard, as Sullivan tries to pass.
Sullivan is stalling in the full guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Machado manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Sullivan manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Machado (2) vs (2) Sullivan
Sullivan looking to control.
Machado trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Machado postures up.
Machado trying to control but Sullivan is working from the bottom.

Sullivan escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Machado gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.

Sullivan looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Machado passes into half guard.
Machado seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Sullivan does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Machado is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Sullivan has managed to free his arm - good work.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Machado wants to control but Sullivan is keeping him busy.

Machado wants to work for an arm triangle but Sullivan is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Sullivan 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.
Sullivan is trying to maintain the position but Machado is very close to passing his half guard.
Machado trying to pass the guard but Sullivan defending well.
Sullivan is trying to maintain the position but Machado is very close to passing his half guard.
Machado is pressing down on Sullivan's thigh, looking to free his foot. Sullivan is holding on for now.
Sullivan is trying to maintain the position but Machado is very close to passing his half guard.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Machado controlling the pace.
Sullivan is refusing to be controlled, as Machado sits in half guard.
Sullivan is looking to control Machado's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Sullivan avoid being mounted?
Machado looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Sullivan wants to get back to full guard.
Sullivan is trying to control but can't.
Machado will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Machado is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Sullivan is trying to maintain the position but Machado is very close to passing his half guard.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Machado works his foot free and advances to mount.
Score +3 for passing guard: Machado (5) vs (2) Sullivan
Sullivan tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Sullivan stops Machado from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Sullivan is looking to get to half guard.
Machado tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Machado can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Sullivan is looking to escape.
Machado sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Machado pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Machado tries to control but Sullivan wriggling away.
Machado controlling from mount.
Machado is trying to control here but Sullivan has managed to regain half guard.

Sullivan is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Machado pulls his head out easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Machado trying to control the action but Sullivan is working from the bottom.

Sullivan looking for submissions off his back.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Sullivan manages to get to full guard.
Machado trying to control the position from guard on top but Sullivan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Machado slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Machado tries to free his leg and advance position but Sullivan is retaining full guard.
Machado trying to control the position from guard on top but Sullivan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Machado is stalling in the full guard.

Sullivan has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Machado can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Machado sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Sullivan's guard.
Sullivan is trying to get back to full guard.
Sullivan wants to control but Machado is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Machado is pressing down on Sullivan's thigh, looking to free his foot. Sullivan is holding on for now.
Sullivan works his way to full guard. Good work.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Machado tries to free his leg and advance position but Sullivan is retaining full guard.
Machado controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Machado trying to control but Sullivan is working from the bottom.
Machado's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Sullivan keeping full guard, as Machado tries to pass.
Machado is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Machado trying to control the position from guard on top but Sullivan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

Sullivan had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Machado defends it easily.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Machado wants to control from the top but Sullivan keeps moving.
Machado advances to half guard.
Sullivan is looking to control Machado's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Sullivan avoid being mounted?
Machado trying to pass the guard but Sullivan defending well.
Machado keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.

That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Machado seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Sullivan does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Machado controlling the action here.
Machado trying to pass the guard but Sullivan defending well.
Sullivan is trying to get back to full guard.
Machado tries to pass to full mount but Sullivan defends it.

Sullivan looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Machado is trying to control. Sullivan wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Machado is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Sullivan is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Sullivan wants to improve his position but Machado is controlling well.

Machado is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Sullivan defends it well.
Sullivan tries to get to full guard but Machado has control of the leg.
Sullivan is still trying to improve position.
Machado trying to control the pace.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.

Sullivan is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Machado pulls his head out easily.
Sullivan tries to roll over but Machado keeps him under control.
Machado with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Machado prevents Sullivan from improving his position.
Sullivan is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Machado is looking to take a break and control but Sullivan is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Still in half guard, Machado seems content to control.
Sullivan is looking to improve his position.
Machado moves nicely into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Machado (8) vs (2) Sullivan
Machado wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sullivan keeps working.

Machado tries for a kimura but Sullivan is defending well.
Machado trying to control the position but Sullivan is working away.

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Sullivan is trying to improve his position.
Machado wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sullivan keeps working.
Sullivan tries to improve position but can't.
Machado moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!

And that's the end of the fight!
Machado takes the fight on points by 8 to 2.
Xander Machado 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: PFC 19 Neil vs Aldo
Date: Feb 23, 2018

#R1#
Semenko lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Machado slips a jab from Semenko.
We've been hearing reports that Machado has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Semenko throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Machado slips under a jab.
Machado buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Semenko tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Machado was well out of range. Poor timing from Semenko.
Machado tries to score a power double leg takedown but Semenko sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Machado somewhat.
Machado has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Semenko finds it's way round the side to connect with Machado's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Semenko looks to land a left hand but Machado moved out of range nicely.
Machado getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Semenko lands with a shot to the body.
Semenko 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.
Machado tries to clinch up.
Semenko misses the jab.#T1#
Machado thows a left - swing and a miss!
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Machado crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Semenko - the referee stops the clock and Machado gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Semenko. Machado manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Semenko lands with a nice body punch.
Dave Semenko is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Semenko throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Semenko misses with a lunging right hand
and Machado counters with a stiff right hand.
Machado misses with a hook to the body
and Semenko counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Semenko jabs at Machado's body.
Jab, jab by Semenko - just one landing. #ROC2#
Machado is rocked!
Machado leaves his chin hanging out and Semenko seizes the opportunity with an uppercut! Machado crumbles to the floor in a heap! The referee steps in and tends to the downed fighter! What a knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Dave Semenko!
Our winner, Dave Semenko, 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: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 26, 2018

#R1##TD#
Machado drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Servium is pulling down on Machado's head to control his posture. #SUB#
Machado drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Servium manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Machado has Servium in his guard.#REVB#
We've been hearing good reports from Machado'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.
Servium engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Servium has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Secret Lab. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Servium really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Machado. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Servium wants to control from the top but Machado keeps moving. #SUB#
Machado working for a triangle but Servium defends it easily. #T1#
Machado looking to control.
Servium is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Machado looking to control.
Machado looking for a sweep. Not yet Machado, not yet.
Servium postures up. #SUB#
Servium is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Machado has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Servium is looking to defend but Machado has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Servium! Machado pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Servium taps out and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Xander Machado!
After the fight, Xander Machado 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: PFC 9 Cranial vs Monsoon
Date: Jan 13, 2018

#R1#
Machado dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Lagomau. That did some damage!
Lagomau scores with a kick to the midsection.
Lagomau connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Lagomau lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Lagomau fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Machado checks it well.
Lagomau feints and then cracks Machado's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Machado down.
Machado goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.#CUT2#
It looks like Kerisiano Lagomau has been cut.
Machado moves out of range as Lagomau strikes.
Lagomau gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Machado counters with a nice uppercut.
Machado fails in his attempt to clinch.
Machado tries to work over Lagomau's front leg with a kick but Lagomau checks it.
Kerisiano Lagomau seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lagomau thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Machado if he has to take too many more of those.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lagomau scores with a shot to the body.
No joy there for Machado, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Machado.
Lagomau lands with an uppercut that bounces Machado off the cage and back into range.#T1#
Lagomau misses with a leg kick.
Lagomau digs a good hook to Machado's body.
Lagomau scores with the left hand. Machado knows he should have avoided that one.
Lagomau pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Lagomau throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Machado connects with a right hand. Lagomau shakes it off.
Lagomau throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Machado tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Lagomau manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Lagomau is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Lagomau throws a sloppy head kick and Machado moves out of range easily.
Lagomau needs to keep his hands up - Machado had a free shot at his head there.
A big right from Machado misses.
Machado looks to land a left hand but Lagomau moved out of range nicely.
Lagomau moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #T2#
Lagomau fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Machado checks it well.
Machado swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Lagomau throws a leg kick but Machado sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Lagomau thuds his shin into the meat of Machado's side.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lagomau takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Lagomau misses with a low kick.
Machado misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lagomau.
Lagomau pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Lagomau throws a shot to the body.
Machado lands a jab to the nose.
Lagomau getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Lagomau takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Machado tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
That kick from Lagomau tenderised Machado's leg. Machado is trying to keep his angry face on.
Machado throws an ugly left hook that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.#T3#
Lagomau misses with a looping right.
Machado cracks Lagomau with a right hand to the side of the head.
Lagomau connects with a crisp jab.
Machado with a nice cross.
Machado shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Lagomau scores with a body shot.
Lagomau with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Machado to score with a decent uppercut.
Machado connects with a single shot there.
Machado misses with a hook.
Lagomau throws out a loose jab but Machado uses good head movement to avoid it.
Machado scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Machado throws a shot from downtown. Lagomau moves away and avoids it.
Lagomau blocks a jab.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Machado swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Machado scores with a hook to the body. Lagomau takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Lagomau misses with an uppercut. Machado saw that one coming.
Lagomau throws a body shot but no joy.
A telegraphed right hand from Machado misses the target.
Lagomau appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Lagomau throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Machado throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lagomau half committed to a counter leg kick.
Machado throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lagomau sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lagomau lands with a thumping leg kick.
Machado looks to land a right hand but Lagomau moved out of range.
Lagomau definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Machado scores with a jab to the body.
Machado displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lagomau throws out the jab.
Lagomau scores with a kick to the body. #TD2#
Machado throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Lagomau was covering up waiting for the punch and Machado finishes the takedown easily into guard. #ES#
Lagomau has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Machado is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
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 Kerisiano Lagomau will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Kerisiano Lagomau's cut.
That's time! Lagomau's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Lagomau throws a solid leg kick but Machado takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Lagomau.
Lagomau drops Machado with a huge uppercut! Machado drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes. Lagomau is raining down punches and the ref stops the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:10 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kerisiano Lagomau!
A victorious Kerisiano Lagomau thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: MMAHelsinki - 149
Date: Oct 21, 2017

#R1#
Machado fails to land with a series of punches.
Mourtneant went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Machado throws a hook to the side of Mourtneant's head but Mourtneant sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#CL#
Mourtneant gets a clinch.
Mourtneant throws a head punch that misses.
Mourtneant pressing his opponent against the cage.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Machado misses with some punches.
A right hook to the body lands for Mourtneant.
Machado working aggressively here.
Mourtneant lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Mourtneant effectively controlling the action here.
Mourtneant dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head punch on the inside from Machado fails to land.
Machado looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Machado working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A shot in the inside from Machado.
Machado misses with a hook from the clinch. #T1#
Machado lands a body punch in the clinch.
Mourtneant blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Machado is working for takedown but Mourtneant is calmly controlling the position for now.
Good body shot from Machado.
Machado tries to break free but Mourtneant pushes him back against the cage.
Mourtneant wants to stall.
Mourtneant stalling the fight. #BC2#
Machado's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL#
Mourtneant has taken the fight to the clinch.
Mourtneant throws a head punch that misses.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Mourtneant.
Mourtneant keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Machado's efforts to push away.
Mourtneant misses with a punch to the body.
Mourtneant lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Machado goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Mourtneant cracks Machado with a nice body shot.
Machado lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Mourtneant lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #T2##TD2#
Machado gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Mourtneant regains guard. #ES#
Mourtneant is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Machado presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Machado swings away with an uppercut that misses.
The referee calls for Mourtneant to work.
A head punch on the inside from Mourtneant fails to land.
Machado misses with a punch on the inside.
Mourtneant lands with a light punch inside.
Machado throws a head punch that misses.
Mourtneant tries to work over Machado's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Machado lands a nice uppercut.
Mourtneant lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Mourtneant has a couple of punches blocked by Machado.
Mourtneant prevents a takedown attempt there.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mourtneant.
Mourtneant is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. #BC2#
Machado's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T3##CL#
Mourtneant rushes Machado and presses him up against the cage.
Mourtneant tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Machado's elbow. #BC#
Mourtneant manages to break the clinch.
Machado throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Mourtneant wants to clinch.
Mourtneant tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Machado looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Machado takes a swing at Mourtneant's ribcage but misses.
Machado uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Machado throws a lazy right hand but Mourtneant sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Mourtneant doesn't manage to clinch there - Machado circles away.
It seemed like Machado was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A head kick misses from Machado.
Machado moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Machado missing with a left hand there. Mourtneant was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Machado lands a really nice looking cross but Mourtneant seems unphased. #T4##CL#
Mourtneant gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is 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!
Mourtneant misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Machado's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Mourtneant bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Mourtneant seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.#CL#
Mourtneant rushes Machado and presses him up against the cage.
Machado misses with some punches.
A right hook to the body lands for Machado.
Mourtneant lands a body shot.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
The referee calls for Mourtneant to work.
Machado lands with a short shot to the head.
Machado struggles to land a body shot inside as Mourtneant controls his hands. #BC#
Mourtneant manages to break the clinch.
A punch combination from Machado misses.
Mourtneant seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Guy Mourtneant seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mourtneant tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Machado throws out a counter right but Mourtneant avoids it with no problem.#TD2#
Machado closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Machado lands in his opponent's guard.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Machado wants to control from the top but Mourtneant keeps moving.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Xander Machado will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Machado paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#CL#
Mourtneant drives through and clinches with Machado against the cage.
Machado lands a shoulder strike.
Machado scores with a shot to the side of Mourtneant's head.
Machado tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Mourtneant's elbow.
Machado tries a body shot but Mourtneant blocks it.
Machado lands with a left to the head. #ROC2#
Mourtneant is rocked!
Mourtneant misses with the head strike.
Oh Mourtneant is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
A head punch on the inside from Mourtneant fails to land.
Mourtneant seems to have got his legs back now.
Machado tries for a takedown. No joy.
Mourtneant letting Machado take a breather here.
Machado fails to pull guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado can't find room to land a body shot as Mourtneant controls the action.
Machado misses with some punches.
Machado tries a body shot but Mourtneant blocks it.
Mourtneant trying to land knees to the body.
Mourtneant tries to throw a body punch but Machado avoids it by throwing Mourtneant back against the cage.
Mourtneant's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#T1##BC#
Mourtneant breaks the clinch.
Mourtneant doesn't manage to clinch there - Machado circles away.
Machado changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
A left lands for Machado.
Machado throws an overhand right that lands on Mourtneant's shoulder, as Mourtneant tries to avoid the shot.
Mourtneant seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Mourtneant tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Mourtneant moves in looking to clinch but Machado pushes him off.
Mourtneant takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Xander Machado seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Machado circles away from the clinch attempt.
Mourtneant tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Machado paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Machado looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Machado lands with a thumping leg kick.
Machado throws a half hearted mid kick.
Mourtneant slips under a jab.
Mourtneant lands a head shot.#CL#
Machado tries to keep at a distance but Mourtneant has taken the fight into the clinch.
Mourtneant misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T2#
Machado looking to stall.
Guy Mourtneant has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Mourtneant goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Machado tries to work over Mourtneant's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Mourtneant just leaning against Machado, taking a breather.
Machado misses with a punch on the inside.
Machado controlling the action here for a moment.
Machado takes a shot to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mourtneant working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#ROC#
Machado is rocked!
Mourtneant fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Machado is still on wobbly legs! Can Mourtneant finish him?
Mourtneant misses with the head strike.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Mourtneant misses with a short punch on the inside.
Mourtneant swings wildly with an uppercut but Machado uses good head movement to avoid it.
Machado blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Mourtneant throws a head punch that misses.
Machado blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Mourtneant swings wildly with an uppercut but Machado uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mourtneant has Machado pressed against the cage. He pushes Machado back and as he springs towards him off the cage, Mourtneant throws a beautiful elbow that sends Machado crashing to the floor! Mourtneant piles on the pressure with more strikes! Machado is flailing away but he's not defending himself and the referee steps in to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Guy Mourtneant!
During a confident post fight interview, Guy Mourtneant thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: StrikeForce Union #76
Date: Sep 03, 2017

#R1#
Kenda gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Machado cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#TD#
Kenda scores with a takedown into Machado's guard.
Kenda stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Machado swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Machado pulls Kenda in close to prevent any damage.
Machado bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Kenda's guard. #REVB#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Kenda not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Machado working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Kenda's head.
Machado 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. #T1#
Machado content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Machado sitting in guard here, content to control.
Machado passes into half guard.
Machado looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Machado passes to full mount! #T2#
Machado lands with some strikes.
Machado lands a couple of good shots and Kenda has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
Kenda is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Machado.
Machado punishes Kenda with strikes from the back mount.
Good control from Machado.
Well, with Machado on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Kenda is tapping out... Can he escape the position?
Kenda is taking damage to the body and head. #SUB2#
Machado sinks in the hooks and is looking for the choke. He's got it! Kenda taps out!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Xander Machado!
Xander Machado 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: TWGC 17 (205lbs, D1): Las Vegas Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Jul 02, 2017

Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Xander Machado and James Penn. Penn has chosen Everything in its right place as his entrance music, which hasn't gone down very well with the crowd. This should be a great matchup!

196 cm
23 yrs
213 lbs

181 cm
30 yrs
185 lbs

Machado

Penn

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Xander Machado! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 5 losses; James Penn!
The judges for this bout are Cecil Peabody, Alan Glass and Frank Dennis.

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

Penn looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Machado (0) vs (2) Penn
Machado is looking to control Penn's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Machado avoid being mounted?
Penn is controlling the pace.
Penn works his foot free and advances to mount.
Score +3 for passing guard: Machado (0) vs (5) Penn
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado is trying to escape the mount.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Penn working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Machado sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.

Penn is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Machado manages to get to full guard.
Machado wants to sweep but no luck.
Machado keeping moving, preventing Penn from controlling successfully.
Penn might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Machado haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Machado is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Machado (2) vs (5) Penn
Machado trying to control the position from guard on top but Penn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Penn looking to control.
Machado trying to control the position from guard on top but Penn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Machado stopping the sweep attempt from Penn.
Machado looking to sit in guard and control but Penn gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Machado (2) vs (7) Penn

Penn got a little sloppy there for a moment and Machado has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Penn has managed to get both his arms back between Machado's legs - danger averted.
Penn works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Machado gets full guard.

Machado isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Penn stacks Machado 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 Penn!
Score +3 for passing guard: Machado (2) vs (10) Penn
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Machado tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Penn in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Machado is trying to work for a sweep but Penn has mounted him!
Score +2 for reaching mount: Machado (2) vs (12) Penn
Penn tries to control but Machado wriggling away.
Penn seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Machado is holding on tight.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Penn is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Machado is surviving well by controlling Penn's body position as best he can.
Machado is looking to get to half guard.
Penn tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Machado wants to hold on but Penn pushes him away.
Machado is looking to get to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Penn controlling the position easily from mount.
Penn can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Machado is looking to escape.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Penn looking to control and managing it successfully.
Machado really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Machado manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Penn wants to lay and pray for a moment but Machado keeps working.
Machado is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.

Machado looking for submissions off his back.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Machado is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Penn not doing much here.
Penn is trying to control the action in half guard but Machado is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Machado won't allow Penn to pass to mount.
Penn wants to lay and pray for a moment but Machado keeps working.
Machado wants to get back to full guard.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.

Penn seems to be working for a kimura but Machado defends the submission attempt.
Penn is controlling the pace.

Machado looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Penn tries to pass the half guard into mount. Machado knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Machado works his way to full guard. Good work.
Penn trying to control but Machado is working from the bottom.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Penn advances to half guard.
Machado has his hands clasped together around Penn's back. He's all about the action.
Machado is looking to get back to full guard here but Penn has managed to pass to side control instead.
Score +3 for passing guard: Machado (2) vs (15) Penn
Machado gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Penn is taking a breather. Machado 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.
Machado is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Penn is looking to take a break and control but Machado is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Machado is looking to improve his position.
Penn is trying to control. Machado wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Penn works his way into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Machado (2) vs (18) Penn
Machado is looking to reverse the position.
Machado gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Penn passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Machado!
Score +3 for passing guard: Machado (2) vs (21) Penn
Penn pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.

Penn is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Machado has managed to escape the submission attempt.

That's ten minutes gone in the round.

Penn looking for a guillotine from mount but Machado is having none of it.
Machado is working to get back to half guard.
Penn wants to control the pace but Machado is squirming around nicely.
Machado working to try and regain half guard.
Machado bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Machado (4) vs (21) Penn
Penn looking to hit a scissor sweep but Machado is one step ahead there.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Penn is still trying to improve position.
Machado looking to sit in guard and control but Penn gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Machado (4) vs (23) Penn
Machado 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.

Machado working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Penn has passed into half guard!
Machado has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Penn is working away from the top position though.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Machado is not content to let Penn control the position.
Machado wants to improve his position but Penn is controlling well.
Machado is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Penn jumps into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Machado (4) vs (26) Penn
Machado is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Machado wants to improve his position but Penn is controlling well.
Machado gets full guard.

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.

Machado has an active guard here but Penn has managed to pass into half guard.

Penn is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Penn frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Score +3 for passing guard: Machado (4) vs (29) Penn
Machado keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Machado looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Machado (4) vs (32) Penn
Machado tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Machado is squirming around, avoiding Penn's attempts to control the action.
Penn prevents Machado from getting the reversal.
Penn can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Machado is looking to escape.
Penn is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Machado tries to reverse the position but Penn maintains control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Penn looking to control but Machado is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Machado tries to get back to half guard but can't.

And that's the end of the fight!
Penn wins on points by 32 to 4.
James Penn seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: TWGC 15 (265+lbs, D1): Finals - Round 1
Date: Mar 13, 2017

Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Xander Machado and Richard Kuklinski. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!

196 cm
22 yrs
213 lbs

196 cm
38 yrs
288 lbs

Machado

Kuklinski

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Xander Machado! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 4 losses; Richard Kuklinski!
The judges for this bout are Saam Ante, Patrick Alders and Paulsen Ambrosius.

The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Kuklinski misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.

Machado rushes Kuklinski and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Kuklinski tries for a takedown. No joy.
Machado gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Kuklinski.
Xander Machado has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Richard Kuklinski.

Machado pulls Kuklinski into guard.
Kuklinski stopping the sweep attempt from Machado.
Machado is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kuklinski tries to free his leg and advance position but Machado is retaining full guard.

Machado has his foot on Kuklinski's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Kuklinski works his way back into a safe position though.

Kuklinski drops back looking for a leg! Machado is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Machado manages to kick Kuklinski off! Kuklinski jumps back into Machado's guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Machado'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.
Kuklinski looking to pass the guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Machado trying to control the position.
Kuklinski wants to control from the top but Machado keeps moving.
Kuklinski trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

Machado had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Kuklinski defends it easily.
Kuklinski trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Machado bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Kuklinski's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Machado (2) vs (0) Kuklinski
Machado preventing the sweep.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Machado works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Kuklinski 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.
The fighters are battling for position here. Kuklinski manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

Kuklinski had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Machado defends it easily.
Machado looking to pass the guard.
Kuklinski is trying to keep Machado in close.

The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Kuklinski looking for a guillotine here but Machado defends easily.
Machado looking to sit in guard and control but Kuklinski gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Machado (2) vs (2) Kuklinski

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Kuklinski drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Machado dives on top into guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Machado (4) vs (2) Kuklinski
Kuklinski wants to sweep here but Machado controlling him for the moment.
Machado is looking to advance position but Kuklinski has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Machado (4) vs (6) Kuklinski
Kuklinski wants to control the pace but Machado is squirming around nicely.
Kuklinski is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Machado tries to reverse the position but Kuklinski maintains control.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Kuklinski can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Machado is looking to escape.
Kuklinski takes his opponent's back. Perhaps a chance to lock up a rear naked choke here.
Score +3 for taking back: Machado (4) vs (9) Kuklinski

Kuklinski is persistently looking for the submission but Machado is defending it well.
Machado rolls, trying to escape but Kuklinski keeps control of the position.
Will Kuklinski go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?

Kuklinski is working the back position looking for the choke. Oh, he's slid into an armbar! Beautiful transition and Machado taps out! Fantastic Jiu Jitsu from Kuklinski.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Richard Kuklinski!
An out of breath Richard Kuklinski thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: TWGC 15 (265+lbs, D1): Tokyo Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Mar 05, 2017

Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Todd Duffee and Xander Machado. Xander Machado acknowledges the crowd's support as he enters the cage.

191 cm
36 yrs
270 lbs

196 cm
22 yrs
213 lbs

Duffee

Machado

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Todd Duffee! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Xander Machado!
The judges for this bout are Hirohito Nitta, Yuuki Gou and Ren Mimura.

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

Duffee closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.

Duffee gets control of Machado's arms and successfully pulls guard. Duffee will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Duffee is trying to control the position but Machado postures up.

Duffee working for a triangle but Machado defends it easily.
Duffee working a defensive guard but Machado passes into half guard.
Duffee is pressing down on Machado's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Machado slips nicely into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado wants to take a breather but Duffee is having none of it.
Duffee trying to control here.
Duffee is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Machado looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.

Machado is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Duffee desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Duffee trying to hold on to Machado's head to control him but Machado postures up.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Machado tries to pass to full mount but Duffee defends it.

Duffee looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Machado is pressing down on Duffee's thigh, looking to free his foot. Duffee is holding on for now.

The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Machado is trying to work for a kimura but Duffee is defending well.
Duffee is looking to get back to full guard here but Machado has managed to pass to side control instead.
Score +3 for passing guard: Duffee (0) vs (3) Machado
We've been hearing good reports from Duffee's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

Machado tries for a kimura but Duffee is defending well.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Duffee can't do much from the bottom here.
Duffee is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Machado's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.

Duffee is defending against the submission attempts here by Machado.

Duffee looking for submissions from an awkward position here.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Duffee is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.

Machado is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Duffee defends it well.
Duffee tries to roll over but Machado keeps him under control.
Duffee is concentrating on defense, preventing Machado from advancing position.
Machado is thwarting Duffee's attempts to control the position.
Machado trying to control from Duffee's half guard. Duffee has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Duffee can't keep his opponent in guard - Machado advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Duffee is pressing down on Machado's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Machado tries to free his leg and advance position but Duffee is retaining full guard.

Duffee has his foot on Machado's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Machado works his way back into a safe position though.
My spies in Lucky Liam's MMA Academy inform me that Machado has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!

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

That's six minutes gone in the round.

Machado is trying to get an arm triangle but Duffee is defending well.
Duffee is trying to control Machado's posture but Machado avoids it.

Machado wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Duffee, who protects the arm well.
Duffee is looking to reverse the position.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.

Machado is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Duffee is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
You can see the frustration on Duffee's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Duffee gets back to half guard.
Duffee is trying to control but can't.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Duffee desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Machado works his way into full mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Duffee (0) vs (9) Machado
Duffee is squirming around, avoiding Machado's attempts to control the action.

Machado working for a guillotine from mount but Duffee is in no mood to give up.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Duffee is working to get back to half guard.
Machado trying to control but Duffee is having none of it.
Duffee wants to hold on but Machado pushes him away.
Duffee tries to get back to half guard but can't.

Machado jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Duffee is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Duffee and Machado has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Duffee is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Machado off and has taken his back!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Duffee (4) vs (9) Machado

That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Duffee is riding his opponent, not letting Machado buck him off.

Duffee working for a choke but Machado is defending well.
Duffee has the hooks in. Machado is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.

Machado showing good submission defense here.

Duffee looking for the choke but no joy.
Machado wants to escape the position.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Machado turns into Duffee and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Duffee (4) vs (11) Machado
Duffee keeping full guard, as Machado tries to pass.
Machado slips nicely into half guard.
Duffee is looking for a sweep. Machado is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.

Duffee is defending against the submission attempts here by Machado.

Machado 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.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Machado prevents Duffee from improving his position.
Machado is trying to control the action in half guard but Duffee is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Duffee is looking to control Machado's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Duffee avoid being mounted?

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.

Duffee looking for submissions off his back.
Machado wants to take a breather but Duffee is having none of it.
Machado wants to pass to mount but Duffee is defending the position.
Duffee trying to control but Machado postures up.
Duffee works his way to full guard. Good work.
Machado trying to control the position from guard on top but Duffee is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.

Duffee looking for subs off his back but Machado has passed one foot through into half guard.
Duffee wants to control but Machado is keeping busy.
Duffee is refusing to be controlled, as Machado sits in half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Duffee slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.

And that's the end of the fight!
Machado wins on points by 11 to 4.
Xander Machado 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: TWGC 15 (265+lbs, D1): Tokyo Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Mar 04, 2017

Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Xander Machado and Sven Kristian Nielsen. Nielsen has chosen Wardruna - Fehu as his entrance music. Sven Kristian Nielsen acknowledges the crowd's support as he enters the cage.

196 cm
22 yrs
213 lbs

191 cm
29 yrs
275 lbs

Machado

Nielsen

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Xander Machado! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 2 losses; Sven Kristian Nielsen!
The judges for this bout are Sosuke Kotani, Hirohito Nitta and Taro Takaoka.

The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.

Machado moves into the clinch successfully.
Machado tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.

Machado pulls guard successfully.
Nielsen won't allow Machado to sweep him here.
Nielsen content to stall in guard here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nielsen wants to control from the top but Machado keeps moving.

Nielsen is sitting in close to Machado's body. Machado has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Nielsen is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Nielsen is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Machado.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Xander Machado!
Xander Machado 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: Just Bleed 9 - London
Date: Oct 29, 2016

#R1#
Creed wants to slow Machado down by chopping away at his legs.
Creed throws a poor cross that misses
and Machado connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Machado moves out of range as Creed strikes.
Creed misses with a body shot.
Machado avoids the body shot from Creed.
Machado swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Machado misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Creed.
Creed scores with a jab.
Creed throws a body punch but Machado moves out of range.
Machado misses with a wild body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Creed fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Machado checks it well.
Machado moves out of range of the body kick from Creed.
Machado throws a counter combo.
Creed misses with a body shot.
Machado defending well as Creed loads up on a big left hand. #T1#
Machado shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Apollo Creed seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Machado misses with a wild body shot.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Creed 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 Machado has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Machado and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Machado misses the shot to the body.
An attempted straight right counter from Creed misses the target.
Machado throws a body punch but Creed moves out of range.
Machado looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Creed wants to slow Machado down by chopping away at his legs.
Machado scores with a hook.
Creed lands with a nice body punch.
Creed throws a shot to the body. #CL#
Creed closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #TD2#
Machado pulls guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Creed'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.#T2#
Machado looking for a sweep. Not yet Machado, not yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Creed wants to stand but Machado is controlling his posture from full guard.
Creed preventing the sweep.
Machado manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Creed manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Machado wants to control from the top but Creed keeps moving.
Machado lands a couple of digs.
Machado has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Machado postures up in Creed's guard and throws a big left but Creed blocks it.
Machado is stalling in the full guard.
Creed looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T3#
Machado works over Creed with some ground and pound from guard.
Machado postures up in Creed's guard and throws a big left but Creed blocks it.
Machado content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
My spies in Lucky Liam's MMA Academy inform me that Machado has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Machado preventing the sweep. #ES#
Creed uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Creed connects with an inside leg kick.
Creed getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Machado avoids the body shot from Creed.
Creed uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Machado.
Creed tries to counter by clinching up but Machado breaks away and moves out of range.
Machado fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Creed manages to avoid it.
Creed stuns Machado with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#T4#
Creed finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Good work by Machado as he checks the leg kick.
Machado now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Machado circles away from the clinch attempt
and Creed takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Machado crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Creed - the referee stops the clock and Machado gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Creed. Machado manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Machado misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Creed.
Creed throws a nice outside leg kick.
Creed tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Creed lands a high kick! #ROC#
Machado is rocked!
Creed moves in close and cracks Machado with a massive right hand! Machado, frozen momentarily in time, tumbles to the canvas, already out cold! A brutal knockout by Creed!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Apollo Creed!
Apollo Creed very nearly forgot to thank Urban Fighter amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

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