Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: HFC 292 Holgersson vs Jaxee
Date: Dec 17, 2016

#R1#
Nelson leaves Allen with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Nelson is looking for the big counter here.
Allen tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Nelson defends well and Allen ends up having to push Nelson into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Allen misses with a jab, cross combination.
Allen shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Nelson sprawls well. Nelson wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Allen gets slowly back to his feet.
Nelson throws a counter combo.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rock Allen. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Allen misses with a wild body shot.
As Allen backs off Nelson throws a huge counter combo but Allen manages to avoid it all.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Allen fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
The fight stays on the outside here - Allen looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Nelson lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.#T1#
A combination from Allen does no damage.
Nelson unleashes a big counter combination but Allen bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Allen tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Nelson defends well and Allen ends up having to push Nelson into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
As Allen backs off Nelson throws a huge counter combo but Allen manages to avoid it all.
Allen throws a jab when Nelson was well out of range.
Allen throws a wild body kick that Nelson sees coming a mile off.
Allen fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Allen is looking to land body kicks.
Allen throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Nelson.
Nelson has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Allen.
Rock Allen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Allen. #T2#
Allen fails with an attempt to clinch.
Allen tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Nelson defends well and Allen ends up having to push Nelson into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Nelson throws a counter combo.
Allen shoots in for a takedown but Nelson shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Nelson is looking for the big counter here.
Nelson takes one to the side of the head.
Allen with a lazy takedown attempt
and Nelson counters with a three punch combo that has Allen backing up. Allen nods at Nelson to acknowledge the strikes.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Allen will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
As Allen backs off Nelson throws a huge counter combo but Allen manages to avoid it all.
Allen tries to clinch up but Nelson circles away and keeps his distance.
Despite the aggression on Nelson's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Nelson avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Despite the aggression on Nelson's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Allen tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
As Allen backs off Nelson throws a huge counter combo but Allen manages to avoid it all.#T3#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Allen.
Nelson unleashes a big counter combination but Allen bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Nelson moves out of range of the leg kick from Allen.
Nelson throws a counter combo.
Allen throws the kick towards the body but Nelson avoids it.
Nelson is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Allen misses with an uppercut. Nelson saw that one coming.
Allen looks to land a left hand but Nelson moved out of range nicely.
Allen tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nelson lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Nelson takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Good leg kick by Allen there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Allen throws a body kick that misses.
As Allen backs off Nelson throws a huge counter combo but Allen manages to avoid it all.#T4##CL#
Nelson tries to keep at a distance but Allen has taken the fight into the clinch.
Allen is looking for a takedown.
Allen jumps guard but Nelson turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Allen wants a takedown.
Allen is working for takedown but Nelson is calmly controlling the position for now.
Allen is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Nelson pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Allen is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Nelson gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.#TD#
Allen lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Allen is breathing heavily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Allen stalling away here and it's allowed Nelson to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard. #SUB2#
Nelson had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Allen defends it easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Rock Allen dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Allen fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Nelson circles away from the clinch attempt.
Nelson takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Allen throws a body shot but no joy.
Nelson unleashes a big counter combination but Allen bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Allen misses with a body kick.
Nelson throws a counter combo.
Allen lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Allen dives in for a single leg takedown but Nelson sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Nelson throws a counter combo.
Allen tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Nelson unleashes a big counter combination but Allen bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Rock Allen is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Nelson dodges the punch combination from Allen.
Despite the aggression on Nelson's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.#T1#
Allen tries to close the distance and clinch up but Nelson swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Nelson lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Allen misses with a wild body shot.
As Allen backs off Nelson throws a huge counter combo but Allen manages to avoid it all.
Allen fails to land the takedown.
Nelson is looking for the big counter here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rock Allen. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Allen is looking to clinch.
Nelson throws a counter combo.
Allen misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Nelson is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Allen throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Allen tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Nelson paws at him with a jab and circles away.#T2#
Allen looks to land a left hand but Nelson moved out of range nicely.
Allen attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
As Allen backs off Nelson throws a huge counter combo but Allen manages to avoid it all.
Gunnar Nelson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Allen tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nelson lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Allen misses with a takedown attempt - Nelson sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Allen lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Nelson circles away quickly and effectively.
Allen is trying hard to land a takedown here. Nelson sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Allen misses with a combination
and Nelson counters with a two punch combo.
Allen tries to score a power double leg takedown but Nelson sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Allen somewhat.#T3#
Allen fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Nelson displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Allen.
Nelson is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Allen closes the distance and clinches up with Nelson, looking for a takedown. Allen pushes Nelson against the cage but Nelson circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Nelson slips a jab and a cross from Allen.
Nelson unleashes a big counter combination but Allen bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Allen throws a right and a left that both miss.
Allen scores with a shot to the body.
Allen throws a right and a left that both miss.
Nelson unleashes a big counter combination but Allen bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.#T4#
Allen closes this distance looking for a takedown but Nelson circles away.
Despite the aggression on Nelson's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Nelson slips a jab from Allen.
Nelson is looking for the big counter here.
Allen throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Nelson.
Nelson unleashes a big counter combination but Allen bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Allen fails in his attempt to clinch.
Allen throws a leg kick but Nelson sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Nelson is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Allen tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Nelson swivels and escapes.
Allen tries to clinch there but Nelson circles away.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Allen misses with a head kick.
Allen is looking to score with low kicks.
Allen fails in his attempt to clinch.
Nelson unleashes a big counter combination but Allen bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Rock Allen will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Allen misses with a takedown attempt - Nelson sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Despite the aggression on Nelson's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.#TD#
Allen fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Nelson sprawls well initially but Allen persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Nelson is staying active underneath Allen, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Allen is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard. #SUB2#
Nelson working for a triangle but Allen defends it easily.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Nelson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Allen defends well.#T1#
Allen showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Allen postures up in Nelson's guard and throws a big left but Nelson blocks it. #SU#
Allen gets to his feet. Nelson looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Rock Allen is winning the standup battle so far.
Allen pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Allen is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nelson can do to turn this around?
Allen digs a good hook to Nelson's body.
Allen misses with a wild body shot.
Nelson is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#T2#
Allen tried to score with a low kick but Nelson checks it.
Allen shoots in but Nelson avoids the takedown attempt easily.
As Allen backs off Nelson throws a huge counter combo but Allen manages to avoid it all.
Allen tries to clinch up.
Nelson is looking for the big counter here.#CL#
Allen clinches up with Nelson and pushes him back against the cage.#BC#
Allen's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Allen pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Nelson back to the cage. Allen follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Allen tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Nelson paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Nelson lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Allen fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Allen rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Nelson moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Nelson throws a counter combo.#T3#
Good work by Nelson as he checks the leg kick.
As Allen backs off Nelson throws a huge counter combo but Allen manages to avoid it all.
Allen lands a nice looking body kick.
Allen throws a right and a left that Nelson avoids nicely.
As Allen backs off Nelson throws a huge counter combo but Allen manages to avoid it all.
Allen throws a series of strikes that have Nelson backpedaling.
Nelson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Allen.
As Allen backs off Nelson throws a huge counter combo but Allen manages to avoid it all.
Allen fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Nelson is out of range.
Allen has a takedown stuffed.
As Allen backs off Nelson throws a huge counter combo but Allen manages to avoid it all.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rock Allen. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Allen misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Nelson counters with a left and a right that stings Allen. #T4#
Allen misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Allen swings for the body but Nelson moves out of range.
Nelson is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Allen fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Rock Allen is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Allen looks to score with a jab to the body but Nelson is just out of range.
Nelson takes one on the chin but seems OK.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nelson slaps away a takedown attempt from Allen, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Despite the aggression on Nelson's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Gunnar Nelson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Allen shoots in and drives through. Nelson sprawls well.

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

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Rock Allen!
An out of breath Rock Allen thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: HFC Challengers 86
Date: Oct 30, 2016

#R1#
Nelson leaves West with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
A head kick from West lands but Nelson takes it in his stride. #CUT2#
It looks like Gunnar Nelson has been cut.
West looks for a takedown but Nelson sprawls well.
Nelson seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
West shoots in looking for a takedown. Nelson tries to sprawl out of it but West keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Nelson manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Gunnar Nelson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kevin West.#T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
West goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Nelson seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Kevin West seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from West.
It looked like Nelson was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
West misses with a takedown attempt - Nelson sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
West fails with the takedown.
It looked like Nelson was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
West shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Nelson throws a big counter combination but West scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
West shoots in but no luck this time.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from West is defended easily by Nelson.#T2#
West fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Nelson is looking for a counter combo.
West dives in and grabs Nelson's left leg, looking for a takedown. Nelson pushes down on West's head and hops out.
Nelson went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
West tries to close the distance and clinch but Nelson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
West misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nelson.
West lands a head kick!
West is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Nelson is looking for a counter combo.#T3#
West shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Nelson as he avoids it easily.
Nelson is looking for a counter combo.
West fails with the takedown.
Nelson went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
West looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Nelson is fending him off so far but West persists. Nope, Nelson circles away and we're back to standing.
Nelson is looking for a counter combo.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from West.
Nelson went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
West fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
West is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T4#
West tries to close the distance and clinch but Nelson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
West darts in looking for a takedown but Nelson gets double underhooks and turns West into the cage.
Nelson is looking for a counter combo.
West tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Nelson defends well and West ends up having to push Nelson into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Nelson seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
West doesn't manage to clinch there - Nelson circles away.
Nelson went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
West is looking to clinch.
West shoots in but Nelson avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from West.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gunnar Nelson dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Gunnar Nelson's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Nelson avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
West throws a nice inside leg kick. #CL2#
West gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC2#
West's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
West fails to land with a series of punches.
West doesn't manage to clinch there - Nelson circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
West fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
As West looks to move away, Nelson throws a big counter combo but West just gets out of the way.
West fails to land the takedown.
Nelson went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.#T1#
West fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Nelson avoids it really well and circles away.
As West looks to move away, Nelson throws a big counter combo but West just gets out of the way.
West has a takedown stuffed.
Gunnar Nelson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kevin West.
West tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Nelson counters with a left and a right that stings West.
Nice sprawl there from Nelson as West shoots in.
Nelson seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Gunnar Nelson is winning the standup battle so far.
Nelson moves out of range of the body kick from West.
Nelson appears to be looking for a big counter.
Nelson takes a jab right on the kisser. #T2#
West with a lazy takedown attempt
and Nelson counters with a left and a right that stings West.
West shoots in for a double leg but Nelson sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
West tries to clinch up.
Nelson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that West can do to turn this around?
West dives in for a single leg takedown but Nelson sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
It looked like Nelson was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.#CL2#
West closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
West is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
West taking a break, stalling in the clinch. #T3#
West is looking to take this one to the mat.
Nelson can't break the clinch.
West tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Nelson just stands there and leans against the cage.
West wants to get back to striking at distance but Nelson won't allow it. #BC2#
West breaks the clinch.
West is looking to clinch but Nelson is avoiding it.
West tries to clinch but Nelson is having none of it.
Nelson displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from West. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
West throws a half hearted mid kick.
West tries for a takedown but Nelson circles away easily
and Nelson counters with a one-two to the body.
West shoots in but Nelson avoids the takedown attempt easily.
West tries to clinch but Nelson is having none of it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
West wants to clinch but Nelson slips to the side
and Nelson counters with a left and a right that stings West.
West lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
West wants to clinch.
Nelson is looking for a counter combo.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gunnar Nelson dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Gunnar Nelson's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
West shoots and misses
and Nelson counters with a series of strikes. West will be more careful next time no doubt.
West shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
West goes for a double leg but Nelson avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Nelson continues to drive forward.
As West looks to move away, Nelson throws a big counter combo but West just gets out of the way.
Gunnar Nelson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kevin West.#CL2#
West has closed the distance and engaged Nelson in a clinch.
West taking a breather.
West tries to score a body lock takedown but Nelson shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
West misses with a hook to the ribs.
A frustrated look appears on Nelson's face as he tries to break the clinch. #T1#
West is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Nelson is keeping busy.#BC#
Nelson manages to break the clinch.
West fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Nelson throws a big counter combination but West scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Nice takedown defense from Nelson. No joy for West on that attempt.
West shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Nelson as he jumps to the side.
A punch combination from West misses.
It looked like Nelson was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.#T2#
West shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Nelson pinned against the cage. Nelson gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Gunnar Nelson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
West takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
West throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Nelson's waist but Nelson gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing West off to one side.
Nelson seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.#CL2#
West closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
West looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
West has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
West is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Nelson has West pressed against the cage, preventing West from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
West jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Nelson walks away with a smile on his face. West gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #T3#
Nelson defends well against a solid takedown attempt from West.
Nelson is looking for a counter combo.
West is looking to clinch.
West just misses with a punch to the body.
West shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Nelson defends it nicely.
Nelson is looking for a counter combo.
West looks for a takedown but Nelson sprawls well.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Nelson circles away from the clinch attempt.
Nelson throws a big counter combination but West scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
West goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Nelson is looking for a counter combo.
Nelson displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from West.
As West looks to move away, Nelson throws a big counter combo but West just gets out of the way.
Nice sprawl there from Nelson as West shoots in.
Nelson throws a big counter combination but West scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
West fails to land the takedown.
As West looks to move away, Nelson throws a big counter combo but West just gets out of the way.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
West tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Nelson swivels and escapes.
Kevin West has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
West looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.

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

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gunnar Nelson!
Gunnar Nelson very nearly forgot to thank Machiavelli Boutique amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

Event: HFC 280 Lewis vs Lyons II
Date: Sep 24, 2016

#R1#
Hiwatari gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Nelson counters with a one-two to the body.
Hiwatari shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Nelson as he avoids it easily.
Nelson seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Hiwatari will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Nelson is looking for a counter combo.
Hiwatari throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Nelson's waist but Nelson gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Hiwatari off to one side.
Nelson throws a big counter combination but Hiwatari scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Gunnar Nelson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kai Hiwatari.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hiwatari shoots for a double leg takedown but Nelson sprawls well. He's pushed Hiwatari's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Hiwatari tries to close the distance and clinch up but Nelson swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Nelson seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Hiwatari scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#T1#
Hiwatari darts in looking for a takedown but Nelson gets double underhooks and turns Hiwatari into the cage.
Hiwatari doesn't manage to clinch there - Nelson circles away.
Nelson seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Hiwatari shoots in and drives through. Nelson sprawls well.
Hiwatari wants to clinch
and Nelson counters with a series of strikes. Hiwatari will be more careful next time no doubt.
Hiwatari fails with an attempt to clinch.
Nelson appears to be looking for a big counter.
A combination from Hiwatari does no damage.
Hiwatari shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Nelson but Nelson pushes him off and we're back to square one.#T2#
Nelson keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Nelson went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
The fight stays on the outside here - Hiwatari looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Hiwatari throws a combination that misses
and Nelson counters with a one-two to the body.
Hiwatari misses with a takedown attempt - Nelson sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Hiwatari looks winded!#T3#
Hiwatari fails to land the takedown.
Nelson stuffs the takedown.
Nelson throws a big counter combination but Hiwatari scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Hiwatari throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Nelson.
Hiwatari tries to bum rush Nelson with a series of wild strikes but Nelson uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Nelson went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Hiwatari tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Nelson swivels and escapes.
Nelson went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Hiwatari closes the distance and clinches up with Nelson, looking for a takedown. Hiwatari pushes Nelson against the cage but Nelson circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Nelson is looking for a counter combo.
Hiwatari wants to clinch but Nelson slips to the side
and Nelson counters with a one-two to the body. #T4#
Hiwatari darts in trying to clinch
and Nelson counters with a two punch combo.
A looping hook to the body misses from Hiwatari. Nelson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nelson seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Hiwatari shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Nelson counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nelson leaves Hiwatari with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gunnar Nelson dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Hiwatari throws the left hand but Nelson avoids the punch easily.
Hiwatari misses with a body punch
and Nelson counters with a left and a right that stings Hiwatari.
Hiwatari tries for a takedown but Nelson sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
As Hiwatari looks to move away, Nelson throws a big counter combo but Hiwatari just gets out of the way.
Nelson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hiwatari.
Hiwatari changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Nelson tries to avoid it but Hiwatari manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Nelson to the ground. Nelson escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
As Hiwatari looks to move away, Nelson throws a big counter combo but Hiwatari just gets out of the way.
Hiwatari with a lazy takedown attempt
and Nelson counters with a three punch combo that has Hiwatari backing up. Hiwatari nods at Nelson to acknowledge the strikes.
Gunnar Nelson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kai Hiwatari.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hiwatari looks to land a combination. Nelson sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Gunnar Nelson is winning the standup battle so far.
Hiwatari closes the distance but Nelson moves to the side
and Nelson counters with a three punch combo that has Hiwatari backing up. Hiwatari nods at Nelson to acknowledge the strikes.
Hiwatari is breathing heavily.#T1#
Hiwatari misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Hiwatari bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Nelson's head.
Hiwatari misses with a hook
and Nelson counters with a left and a right that stings Hiwatari.
Hiwatari with a poor takedown
and Nelson counters with a two punch combo.
Hiwatari misses with a double jab
and Nelson counters with a one-two to the body.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Hiwatari might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Nelson has got the better of the exchanges.
Hiwatari tries to clinch up
and Nelson counters with a series of strikes. Hiwatari will be more careful next time no doubt.
Gunnar Nelson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hiwatari throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Nelson counters with a left and a right that stings Hiwatari.
Kai Hiwatari seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hiwatari shoots in but no luck this time.
Hiwatari tries to close the distance and clinch but Nelson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Nelson throws a big counter combination but Hiwatari scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Gunnar Nelson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Hiwatari fails to land the takedown.
Nelson seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
No luck for Hiwatari with that takedown attempt. #T3#
Hiwatari fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Hiwatari doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Nelson counters with a three punch combo that has Hiwatari backing up. Hiwatari nods at Nelson to acknowledge the strikes.
Hiwatari throws a combination that misses
and Nelson counters with a one-two to the body.
Hiwatari throws a lazy right hand but Nelson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Nelson is looking for a counter combo.
Hiwatari dives in for a single leg takedown but Nelson sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Hiwatari with a lazy takedown attempt
and Nelson counters with a three punch combo that has Hiwatari backing up. Hiwatari nods at Nelson to acknowledge the strikes.#T4#
Hiwatari tries for a takedown but Nelson circles away easily
and Nelson counters with a left and a right that stings Hiwatari.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hiwatari throws a jab but it's blocked by Nelson.
Hiwatari throws a combination that misses
and Nelson counters with a three punch combo that has Hiwatari backing up. Hiwatari nods at Nelson to acknowledge the strikes.
Hiwatari throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Nelson counters with a series of strikes. Hiwatari will be more careful next time no doubt.
Hiwatari tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Hiwatari misses with a takedown attempt
and Nelson counters with a left and a right that stings Hiwatari.
Hiwatari throws a nice looking combination but Nelson bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gunnar Nelson 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#
Hiwatari misses with a takedown
and Nelson counters with a left and a right that stings Hiwatari.
Hiwatari wants to clinch.
Hiwatari has his takedown stuffed
and Nelson counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hiwatari throws a right and a left that Nelson avoids nicely.
As Hiwatari looks to move away, Nelson throws a big counter combo but Hiwatari just gets out of the way.
Hiwatari takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Hiwatari shoots and misses
and Nelson counters with a three punch combo that has Hiwatari backing up. Hiwatari nods at Nelson to acknowledge the strikes.
Gunnar Nelson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kai Hiwatari.
Hiwatari misses with a takedown attempt
and Nelson counters with a two punch combo.
Hiwatari darts in trying to clinch
and Nelson counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
The fight stays on the outside here - Hiwatari looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Nelson is looking for a counter combo.
Hiwatari tries to clinch up.#T2#
Hiwatari tries to close the distance and clinch but Nelson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
As Hiwatari looks to move away, Nelson throws a big counter combo but Hiwatari just gets out of the way.
Nelson displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Hiwatari.
Nelson is looking for a counter combo.
Hiwatari fails with an attempt to clinch.
Hiwatari shoots in but Nelson avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Nelson is looking for a counter combo.
Hiwatari throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
As Hiwatari looks to move away, Nelson throws a big counter combo but Hiwatari just gets out of the way.
A shot to the body from Hiwatari misses
and Nelson counters with a one-two to the body. #T3#
Hiwatari wants to clinch but Nelson slips to the side
and Nelson counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Hiwatari shoots and misses
and Nelson counters with a one-two to the body.
Nelson slips a jab and a cross from Hiwatari.
Nelson seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Hiwatari misses with a takedown
and Nelson counters with a three punch combo that has Hiwatari backing up. Hiwatari nods at Nelson to acknowledge the strikes.
Hiwatari throws the left hand but Nelson avoids the punch easily.
Nelson is looking for a counter combo.
Hiwatari has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Hiwatari with a lazy takedown attempt
and Nelson counters with a one-two to the body. #T4#
Hiwatari swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Nelson counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hiwatari moves to clinch but Nelson breaks away
and Nelson counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Horrible takedown attempt by Hiwatari or perhaps it was just good defense by Nelson, which made it look bad.
Hiwatari shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Nelson sprawls well. Nelson wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Hiwatari gets slowly back to his feet.
Nelson appears to be looking for a big counter.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:26
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:26
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:26

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gunnar Nelson!
An out of breath and clearly excited Gunnar Nelson thanked Machiavelli Boutique for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).

Event: HFC 277 Klitschko vs Satan
Date: Sep 03, 2016

#R1#
Hendricks tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Nelson paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Nelson is looking for the big counter here.
Hendricks misses with a double jab.
Tyron Hendricks seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hendricks comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Hendricks tries to clinch up.
Hendricks throws a right hand that misses
and Nelson counters with a three punch combo that has Hendricks backing up. Hendricks nods at Nelson to acknowledge the strikes.
Nelson on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Hendricks rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Nelson moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Nelson is looking for the big counter here.#CL#
Nelson tries to keep at a distance but Hendricks has taken the fight into the clinch.#TD#
Hendricks jumps guard.
Hendricks wants to get back to his feet but Nelson is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Nelson trying to control but Hendricks is working from the bottom. #ES#
Hendricks has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Nelson is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.#T1#
Hendricks is trying to pull guard but Nelson turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Hendricks tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Hendricks is trying to pull guard but Nelson turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tyron Hendricks. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Hendricks gets control of Nelson's arms and successfully pulls guard. Hendricks will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Nelson controlling from the top position. #ES#
Hendricks manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Nelson slips under a jab.
Hendricks throws the left hand but Nelson avoids the punch easily.
Nelson lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Hendricks punishes Nelson's body with a nice straight punch.
Hendricks takes a swing at Nelson's ribcage but misses.
Hendricks lands a glancing blow to the side of Nelson's head.#T2#
Hendricks throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hendricks lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Hendricks just misses with a punch to the body.
Hendricks is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Nelson looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hendricks scores with a punch to the head.
Hendricks darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Nelson avoids the body shot from Hendricks.
Hendricks swings for the body but Nelson moves out of range.
Nelson is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Hendricks throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Hendricks throws a looping overhand right but Nelson ducks down to avoid it.
Despite the aggression on Nelson's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Hendricks swings for the body but Nelson moves out of range.
Hendricks looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Nelson is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#T3#
A swing and a miss from Hendricks.
Hendricks pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Nelson lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Nelson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Hendricks.
Hendricks scores with a nice head shot.
Hendricks lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Nelson at a distance.
Nelson doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Hendricks connects with a good right hand that stumbles Nelson. Nelson circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Hendricks lands with a nice body punch.
Hendricks misses with a body shot.
Hendricks lands a glancing blow to the side of Nelson's head.#CL#
Hendricks clinches up against the cage.
Hendricks tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Nelson smiles and moves away. #T4#
Hendricks bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Hendricks fails in his attempt to clinch.
As Hendricks backs off Nelson throws a huge counter combo but Hendricks manages to avoid it all.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hendricks stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Hendricks throws a series of punches but Nelson avoids them all with ease.
Hendricks throws a lazy right hand but Nelson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Nelson is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Hendricks listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Hendricks just misses with a punch to the body.
Hendricks jabs Nelson to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Hendricks thows a left - swing and a miss!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tyron Hendricks 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#
Hendricks with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Hendricks connects with a crisp jab.
Hendricks tries to clinch up but Nelson circles away and keeps his distance.
Hendricks wants to clinch up but Nelson keeps it at a distance.
Nelson walks into a straight right hand from Hendricks.
Hendricks misses with a series of wild punches.
Nelson is looking for the big counter here.#CL#
Hendricks gets a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Nelson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Hendricks is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nelson can do to turn this around?
Hendricks fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Nelson manages to avoid it.
Hendricks is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T1#
Hendricks lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Nelson at a distance.
Hendricks scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Hendricks lands the left hand.#CL#
Hendricks clinches with his opponent. #TD#
Hendricks successfully pulls guard.
Nelson stops Hendricks from standing up.
Nelson is stalling in the full guard.
Hendricks is looking to stand up but Nelson isn't so interested in that idea.
Nelson is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T2#
Nelson prevents Hendricks from getting back to his feet.
Nelson's corner is telling him to maintain position.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Hendricks throws a jab when Nelson was well out of range.
Nelson avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Nelson is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Hendricks fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Nelson manages to avoid it.
As Hendricks backs off Nelson throws a huge counter combo but Hendricks manages to avoid it all.
Hendricks connects with a right hand. Nelson shakes it off.
Hendricks throws a nice looking combination but Nelson bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hendricks lands a nice looking body shot.
A big right from Hendricks misses.
Nelson is looking for the big counter here.
Nelson avoids the body shot from Hendricks.
Hendricks lands with a nice body punch. #T3#
Nice defenses there by Nelson.
As Hendricks backs off Nelson throws a huge counter combo but Hendricks manages to avoid it all.
Hendricks tries to clinch up but Nelson circles away and keeps his distance.
Nelson is looking for the big counter here.
Nice uppercut lands for Hendricks. That snapped Nelson's head back.
Hendricks misses with a few strikes there.
Gunnar Nelson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Hendricks tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Nelson paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Despite the aggression on Nelson's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Hendricks tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nelson was well out of range. Poor timing from Hendricks.
Nelson is looking for the big counter here.
Hendricks lands with an overhand left.
Hendricks lands a jab to the head.
Hendricks tries to clinch but Nelson is having none of it.
Nelson takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Nelson has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Tyron Hendricks is winning the standup battle so far.#T4#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Hendricks tests Nelson's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Hendricks misses the shot to the body.
Nelson is looking for the big counter here.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nelson takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Hendricks tests Nelson's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Nelson takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Hendricks throws a shot to the body. #CL#
Hendricks closes the distance and clinches.
Hendricks tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Nelson smiles and moves away.
Nelson has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Hendricks throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hendricks is looking to clinch but Nelson is avoiding it.
Nelson throws a counter combo.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tyron Hendricks dominated that second round.
That's time! Hendricks's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Hendricks misses the body punch
and Nelson counters with a one-two to the body.
Nelson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Despite the aggression on Nelson's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Hendricks waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Nelson.
Hendricks scores with a punch to the head.
Hendricks lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Nelson circles away quickly and effectively.
Nelson throws a counter combo.
Nelson moves away from the strike by Hendricks.
Nelson throws a counter combo.
A swing and a miss from Hendricks.
Nelson showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Hendricks.
As Hendricks backs off Nelson throws a huge counter combo but Hendricks manages to avoid it all.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hendricks pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Nelson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nelson gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#T1#
Hendricks cracks Nelson with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Nelson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hendricks.
Hendricks smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Nelson avoids the body shot from Hendricks.
As Hendricks backs off Nelson throws a huge counter combo but Hendricks manages to avoid it all.
Hendricks misses with a looping left.
As Hendricks backs off Nelson throws a huge counter combo but Hendricks manages to avoid it all.
Hendricks 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.
Hendricks looks to throw the jab but Nelson is out of range.
Despite the aggression on Nelson's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Nelson moves out of range as Hendricks strikes.
Nelson ducks under a wild hook from Hendricks.
Decent striking displayed by Hendricks there.#T2#
Hendricks tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nelson was well out of range. Poor timing from Hendricks.
Nelson is looking for the big counter here.
Hendricks takes a swing at Nelson's ribcage but misses.
Nelson lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Hendricks connects with a body shot that sends Nelson's belly button to the back.
Hendricks tries to close the distance and clinch up but Nelson swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Nelson ducks under a wild hook from Hendricks.
Hendricks cracks Nelson with a good jab.
Hendricks throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Nelson sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Nelson unleashes a big counter combination but Hendricks bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Hendricks scores with a jab to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A big left from Hendricks misses.
Hendricks tries to clinch up.
Nelson is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
A slow jab from Hendricks misses its intended target.
Nelson takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#T3#
A jab lands there for Hendricks.
Nelson walks into a left hand.
Nelson slips a straight right by Hendricks.
Hendricks misses the jab.
Hendricks misses with a hook. Nelson ducked under it nicely.
Nelson defending well as Hendricks loads up on a big left hand.
Nelson is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Hendricks loads up on a big right hand but Nelson slips the punch.
Nelson lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Hendricks scores with a crisp jab that stopped Nelson in his tracks.
Hendricks looks to land a left hand but Nelson moved out of range nicely.
Despite the aggression on Nelson's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Nelson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Hendricks.
Nelson is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Nelson defending well as Hendricks loads up on a big left hand. #T4#
Nelson takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Nelson walks into a stiff left hand from Hendricks.
Hendricks changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Hendricks tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nelson was well out of range. Poor timing from Hendricks.
As Hendricks backs off Nelson throws a huge counter combo but Hendricks manages to avoid it all.
Hendricks throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Hendricks pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Nelson is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Nelson ducks under a wild hook from Hendricks.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hendricks lands a nice hook to Nelson's body. Nelson takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Hendricks connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Hendricks tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nelson was well out of range. Poor timing from Hendricks.
Gunnar Nelson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Hendricks lands a nice shot to the body.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:26
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:25

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tyron Hendricks!
Post fight, Tyron Hendricks took to the microphone: ' I trained hard for this fight. Shout out to the crew at Bruize Brothers. I couldn't have done it without them. '.

Event: HFC 276 Prime vs DeLuise
Date: Aug 27, 2016

#R1#
Cojuangco shoots in looking for a takedown. Nelson tries to sprawl out of it but Cojuangco keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Nelson manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Nelson seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Nelson stuffs the takedown.
Cojuangco shoots in looking for a takedown but Nelson manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Cojuangco's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Gunnar Nelson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tony Boy Cojuangco.
Cojuangco dives in and grabs Nelson's left leg, looking for a takedown. Nelson pushes down on Cojuangco's head and hops out.
Cojuangco changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Nelson tries to avoid it but Cojuangco manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Nelson to the ground. Nelson escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Nelson is looking for a counter combo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Cojuangco is defended easily by Nelson.
Nelson went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.#T1#
Nice sprawl there from Nelson as Cojuangco shoots in.
As Cojuangco looks to move away, Nelson throws a big counter combo but Cojuangco just gets out of the way.
Cojuangco is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Cojuangco tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Nelson swivels and escapes.
Nelson throws a big counter combination but Cojuangco scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Cojuangco tries for a takedown but Nelson circles away easily
and Nelson counters with a three punch combo that has Cojuangco backing up. Cojuangco nods at Nelson to acknowledge the strikes.
Cojuangco has his takedown stuffed
and Nelson counters with a two punch combo.
No luck for Cojuangco with that takedown attempt.
It looked like Nelson was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.#T2#
Cojuangco fails with a takedown attempt.
Nelson is looking for a counter combo.
Cojuangco shoots and misses
and Nelson counters with a left and a right that stings Cojuangco.
Cojuangco shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Nelson counters with a two punch combo. #ROC#
Cojuangco is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Cojuangco doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Nelson counters with a left right combination that sends Cojuangco crashing to the mat - Nelson wastes no time in diving on top of him and pounding Cojuangco out for a TKO! Devastating finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Gunnar Nelson!
Gunnar Nelson really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Machiavelli Boutique logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 16, 2016

#R1#
Stelling is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Nelson appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Stelling looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!
Stelling misses with a hook. Nelson ducked under it nicely. #TD2#
Nelson gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#SUB#
Nelson throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Nelson looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Stelling is defending well. Nelson quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Stelling has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Nelson celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Gunnar Nelson!
Gunnar Nelson very nearly forgot to thank Machiavelli Boutique 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.
The defeated Jack Stelling had this to say: 'Don't Worries Fans, I Will Come Back And Win For My UK Fans'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 13, 2016

#R1##TD2#
Nelson drives through with a takedown into guard.
Stelling looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!
Nelson is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Nelson's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
More stalling from Nelson.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Let's hope that Nelson 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.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Stelling definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#T1##TD2#
Nelson closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Nelson lands in his opponent's guard.
Nelson 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.
Nelson with more of the same as he continues to hold on.#T2#
It looks like Nelson might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Nelson told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Stelling shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Nelson is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! Stelling is tapping! Great win for Nelson!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Gunnar Nelson!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Gunnar Nelson waved his t-shirt featuring Machiavelli Boutique's logo in front of the cameras.
The defeated Jack Stelling had this to say: 'Don't Worries Fans, I Will Come Back And Win For My UK Fans'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 11, 2016

#R1##TD2#
Stelling dives in and scores a takedown into Nelson's guard.
Stelling looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!#SUB#
Nelson has his feet on Stelling 's thighs here. He's pushed Stelling off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Stelling screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Gunnar Nelson!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Gunnar Nelson waved his t-shirt featuring Machiavelli Boutique's logo in front of the cameras.
Jack Stelling was interviewed post fight and said 'Don't Worries Fans, I Will Come Back And Win For My UK Fans'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 04, 2016

#R1#
Nelson walks into a straight right hand from Spectre.#CUT2#
It looks like Gunnar Nelson has been cut.
Spectre misses with a double jab.
Nelson seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
No joy there for Spectre, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Nelson is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Nelson closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Spectre lands an overhand right.
Spectre fakes a right and follows up with a big left that drops Nelson to one knee - oooooh, he's wobbly! Nelson looks to clinch but Spectre throws him off and pummels him into the canvas! Nelson taps out under the strikes! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Dean Spectre!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 29, 2016

#R1#
Robertson throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #TD#
Nelson gets the takedown into side control.
Nelson tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily.
Robertson gets back to half guard.
Nelson is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Robertson trying to hold on to Nelson's head to control him but Nelson postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Robertson looking for submissions off his back.
Well, if Nelson is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Robertson trying to hold on to Nelson's head to control him but Nelson postures up. #T1#
Nelson is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Nelson blocks the strikes from Robertson.
Nelson is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Nelson wants to get back to his feet.
Robertson wants to control but Nelson is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Nelson wants to stand up but Robertson has a hold of him and won't allow it.
Nelson controlling the action here.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Nelson'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.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Nelson plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Robertson dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Robertson takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Robertson misses with a wild combination.
No luck for Robertson with that takedown attempt.
Robertson misses the shot to the body.
Robertson throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Robertson rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Nelson moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Nice uppercut there from Robertson.
Nelson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Nelson looks to land a combination. Robertson sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.#TD#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Nelson gets the takedown into side control. #T3#
Robertson manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Nelson wants to stand up but Robertson has a hold of him and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Robertson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Nelson is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Further stalling from Nelson.#SUB2#
Robertson actively working from the bottom here.
Robertson is looking for a sweep. Nelson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Nelson is controlling the pace.
Robertson wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Robertson looking for submissions off his back.
Nelson not doing much here.
Robertson is looking to control Nelson's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Robertson avoid being mounted?
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nelson looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gunnar Nelson dominated that round.
That's time! Nelson's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Robertson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Nelson moves away.#CL#
Nelson moves into the clinch.
Robertson has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Nelson is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#BC#
Nelson breaks the clinch.
Nelson lands a two punch combo.
Robertson lands with a straight right. Nelson didn't see that one coming.#CUT2#
It looks like Gunnar Nelson has been cut.
Gunnar Nelson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL#
Robertson gets tackled into the cage by Nelson. Nelson maintains the clinch. #BC#
Nelson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Robertson lands a nice shot that snaps Nelson's head back.
Robertson loads up on a big right hand but Nelson slips the punch.
Robertson scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Nelson doesn't seem bothered though.
Robertson shoots in and drives through. Nelson sprawls well.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nelson lands with a kick to the temple. Robertson shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" #CL#
Nelson moves into the clinch.#BC#
Nelson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Robertson ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#T1#
Nelson lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Nelson looks to land a combination but Robertson avoids it well.
Robertson is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nelson.
Robertson throws a series of punches but Nelson moves out of range.
Nelson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Robertson can do to turn this around?#CL#
Nelson closes the distance and pushes Robertson back into the cage.#BC#
Nelson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Robertson is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Nelson rather than just go for the knockout.
Robertson blocks a head kick by Nelson.
Robertson takes a kick to the side of the head.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Nelson.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Robertson tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Nelson knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Robertson on the ground.
Nelson wants to stand but Robertson has his arm trapped.
You can see the frustration on Robertson's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Robertson tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T2#
Nelson controlling from side mount.
Nelson working away.
Robertson gets back to half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Nelson seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Robertson for as long as he can get away with.
Robertson trying to control from the bottom.
Robertson is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Nelson is staying active.
Nelson is controlling the pace.
Robertson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Robertson misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Nelson is taking a breather. Robertson 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.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Nelson looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Nelson prevents Robertson from improving his position.
Nelson sitting and controlling from the half guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Nelson moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.#T4##CL#
Nelson clinches up against the cage.#TD#
Nelson has hold of one of Robertson's legs. Robertson is fighting the takedown attempt but Nelson gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.#SUB2#
Robertson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Nelson defends well.
Nelson engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Nelson tries to stand but Robertson is controlling from the bottom.
Nelson controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB2#
Robertson working for a triangle but Nelson defends it easily.
Nelson is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gunnar Nelson dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Gunnar Nelson's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Robertson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Gunnar Nelson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Robertson fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Robertson tries to score a power double leg takedown but Nelson sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Robertson somewhat.#TD#
Nelson feints and as Robertson raises his hands in defense, Nelson changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.#SUB2#
Robertson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Nelson defends well.
Nelson would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nelson won't allow Robertson to sweep him here.
Nelson slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T1#
Robertson trying to keep a closed guard but Nelson is proving a slippery customer.
Nelson is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB2#
Nelson is posturing up here but Robertson has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Nelson tries to roll out but it's too tight and Nelson has to tap! Slick submission there by Robertson!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:41 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Robert Robertson!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 22, 2016

#R1##TD2#
Nelson darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Nelson takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
It looks like Nelson might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.#SUB#
Todd looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Todd actively working from the bottom here.
Todd is looking to improve his position.
Nelson content to control rather than advance.
Nelson is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Todd actively working from the bottom here.
Nelson tries to stand but his arm is trapped.
Todd is looking to escape.#T1#
Nelson tries to stand and escape but Todd is controlling the position.
Nelson takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#SUB#
Todd looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Nelson tries to stand but can't do so whilst Todd controls his leg.
Nelson performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
A slapping body kick lands there for Todd.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Nelson throws a series of punches but Todd avoids them all with ease.
Gunnar Nelson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Todd looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Todd blocks a head kick by Nelson.
Todd keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Todd shoots in and drives through. Nelson sprawls well.#CL2#
Nelson gets a clinch.
Nelson working aggressively here. #BC2#
Nelson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#TD2#
Nelson shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Nelson showed some decent athleticism there.
Nelson tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Todd. #SU2#
Nelson gets to his feet - back to striking we go! #T3##CL2#
Todd gets tackled into the cage by Nelson. Nelson maintains the clinch.
Nelson prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dylan Todd. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Todd has Nelson pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Nelson manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Todd drops down looking for an ankle pick but Nelson pulls his leg out and moves away.
Nelson tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nelson throws a head kick but Todd moves out of range.
Todd goes for a double leg but Nelson avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Nelson continues to drive forward.#TD2#
Todd gets caught napping as Nelson dives in and scores a takedown. Todd manages to retain guard.
Nelson must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Todd has a closed guard, preventing Nelson from standing up. #SUB#
Todd working for a triangle but Nelson defends it easily.
Todd is breathing heavily.
Todd being controlled here, momentarily. #T4#
Nelson is continuing to stall.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Todd has a closed guard, preventing Nelson from standing up. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gunnar Nelson dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Todd defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Nelson.
As Nelson backs away, Todd returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Todd tries to clinch but Nelson is having none of it.
Todd swings for the body but Nelson moves out of range.
Todd throws a body punch but Nelson moves out of range.
Todd throws a series of punches but Nelson avoids them all with ease. #TD#
Todd 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.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Nelson can do anything to dispel that myth.
Nelson wants to stand but Todd is controlling the position. #SUB#
Todd 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Todd postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Nelson is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Todd, into his guard. #REVB##SUB#
Nelson avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #T1#
Todd has a closed guard, preventing Nelson from standing up. #SUB#
Todd looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Nelson is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Nelson has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Todd is proving hard to escape from.
Nelson looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Nelson trying to stand up but can't free himself from Todd's guard.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Nelson is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB#
Todd working for a triangle but Nelson defends it easily.
Nelson controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Let's hope that Nelson 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.#T3##SU2#
Nelson gets to his feet. Todd looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son! #CL2#
Nelson darts in and clinches Todd up against the cage.#TD#
Todd lands a takedown into guard.
Nelson wants to stand but Todd is controlling the position.
Todd postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Todd throwing strikes but missing.
Nelson really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Todd. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Nelson working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Todd.
Nelson wants to stand up but Todd is controlling him.
Todd is looking to work some ground and pound but Nelson has wrist control.
Nelson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T4#
Todd postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Todd throws an elbow that misses. Nelson uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Todd's guard. Nice move by Nelson!#REVB#
Nelson is stalling in the full guard.
Nelson wants to get up but he can't break Todd's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Nelson slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Nelson tries to stand but Todd is controlling from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nelson is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Dylan Todd will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Nelson tries a head kick but it misses.
Nelson swats away the attempt to clinch by Todd.#TD2#
Nelson shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Nelson showed some decent athleticism there.
Nelson wants to stand but his hand is trapped. Todd uses the opportunity to regain full guard. #SUB#
Todd had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Nelson defends it easily.#SUB#
Todd escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Nelson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Todd pushes a forearm under Nelson's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Nelson is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Dylan Todd!
Dylan Todd thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 07, 2016

#R1#
Nelson fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Duncan appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Duncan fails with an attempt to clinch.
Nelson connects with a high kick. #CL#
Duncan darts in and clinches Nelson up against the cage.#BC2#
Nelson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Duncan blocks a head kick by Nelson. #TD2#
Nelson throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Duncan was covering up waiting for the punch and Nelson finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Nelson told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Duncan wants to sweep but no luck.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nelson showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Duncan really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#T1#
Duncan tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Nelson avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Duncan throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Nelson not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Nelson tries to stand but Duncan is controlling from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Nelson throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Nelson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#TD2#
Nelson closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Duncan quickly recovers to half guard.
Nelson tries to stand but his arm is trapped.
Duncan is trying to control but can't.
Duncan pushes Nelson off looking to stand but Nelson dives back in and keeps control.
Nelson trying to control the pace.
Nelson is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#T3##REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Duncan blocks a head kick by Nelson.
Duncan is looking to counter punch.
Nelson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Nelson throws a combination. Duncan tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Nelson works over Duncan's head and body with a nice combination.
Nelson tries a head kick but it misses.
Duncan tries to clinch but Nelson is having none of it.
Nelson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A head kick misses from Nelson.
Duncan blocks a head kick by Nelson. #CL#
Duncan has Nelson up against the cage in a clinch. #BC2#
Nelson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Nelson throws a head kick but Duncan moves out of range. #T4#
Nelson tries a head kick but it misses.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nelson throws a sloppy head kick
and Duncan counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nelson throws a right and a left that both miss.
Nelson looks winded!
Duncan dodges the punch combination from Nelson.
Nelson throws a series of punches but Duncan avoids them all with ease.
Nelson swats away the attempt to clinch by Duncan.
Gunnar Nelson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Nelson looking to score a takedown here. Duncan is defending well but Nelson drives through and ends up in Duncan's guard.
Duncan is looking to stand up but Nelson isn't so interested in that idea.
Duncan will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Nelson wants to stand and escape but instead Duncan has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVR#
Nelson wants to stand and escape but Duncan is having none of it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gunnar Nelson dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2##CL2#
Nelson closes the distance and clinches.
Duncan tries to pull guard but Nelson holds him up against the cage and eventually Duncan drops back down to his feet. #BC2#
Nelson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #TD2#
Nelson drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Nelson wants to stand but Duncan is controlling his arm.
The referee asks Nelson politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Nelson prefers to stall for the moment though.#SU2#
Nelson stands up and we're back to a striking position.
Nelson throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Some wild striking there from Nelson.
The fight stays on the outside here - Duncan looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Nelson tries to counter with a clinch but Duncan shakes him off and moves away.#TD2#
Nelson gets a takedown into half guard.#T1#
Nelson tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Duncan.
Nelson prevents Duncan from improving his position.
Nelson takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Nelson seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Nelson seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
Nelson is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
Nelson sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Nelson's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#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.
Duncan misses with a wild combination.
Nelson throws a head kick that misses.
Nelson tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nelson stalks Duncan and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Duncan's face. Duncan staggers backwards, shaken.#TD2#
Nelson closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Duncan quickly recovers to half guard.
Nelson is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T3#
Nelson is continuing to stall.
Duncan is looking to escape.
Nelson is controlling the pace.
Duncan looks like he's trying to stand up.
Well, if Nelson is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#CL2#
Nelson fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Duncan, pushing him back against the cage.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Duncan lands a right hand that snaps the head of Nelson backwards.
Nelson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Nelson lands a right hand. #BC2#
Nelson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Nelson throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Duncan counters with a stiff right hand. #TD2#
Nelson shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Nelson performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Duncan wants to improve his position but Nelson is controlling well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gunnar Nelson 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#
Nelson tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nelson throws a nice looking combination but Duncan bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Nelson swats away the attempt to clinch by Duncan.
Nelson is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Duncan.
Eliseo Duncan is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL2#
Nelson drives through and clinches with Duncan against the cage.
Nelson is pressed up against the cage. Duncan has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Nelson down to the mat. Nelson avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #TD2#
Nelson dives in and scores a takedown into Duncan's guard.
Nelson's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Duncan wants to stand but Nelson is controlling the position.
Nelson trying to stand up but can't free himself from Duncan's guard.#T1#
Nelson controls from within his opponent's guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD2#
Duncan gets caught flat footed, as Nelson shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Nelson's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T2#
Duncan is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Nelson wanted to stand there but Duncan had control of the position.
Nelson controlling from the top position. #SU2#
Nelson stands and steps away. Duncan gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. #CL2#
Nelson moves into range and clinches up with Duncan.#TD2#
Nelson has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Duncan regains guard immediately.
Nelson showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Let's hope that Nelson 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.
Nelson is looking to stand up but Duncan won't let him. #T3##SUB#
Nelson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Duncan has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Nelson has managed to get both his arms back between Duncan's legs - danger averted.#SU2#
Nelson gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Gunnar Nelson is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Duncan wants to clinch.
Duncan avoids the head kick by Nelson.
Nelson swats away the attempt to clinch by Duncan.
Duncan blocks a head kick by Nelson. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Nelson throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air. #TD2#
Nelson gets the takedown into side control.
Nelson takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Duncan tries to bench press Nelson off him but Nelson keeps the position.
Gunnar Nelson has got the better of the ground game so far.
A lull in the action here as Nelson stalls from top position.
Duncan is looking to regain half guard here but Nelson keeps moving and retains side control.
The referee asks Nelson politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Nelson prefers to stall for the moment though.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SU2#
Nelson stands up and we're back to a striking position.
Eliseo Duncan has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Duncan fails to land with a series of punches.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 27:30
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gunnar Nelson!
Gunnar Nelson managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Machiavelli Boutique, into his post fight interview.

Event: G #25JEBE vs KARTER
Date: Jun 22, 2016

#R1##CL2#
Putin pushes Nelson up against the cage in a clinch.
Putin lands an elbow inside that Nelson shrugs off. #CUT2#
It looks like Gunnar Nelson has been cut.
Putin lands an elbow just above Nelson 's eye.
Putin connects with a nasty looking knee right to Nelson's face.
Putin misses with a knee to the head.
A knee to the head by Putin.
Putin lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Putin lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Nelson takes a knee right on the jaw!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nelson looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Putin told us before the fight that he's been working on his elbows. An under utilised technique these days - let's see if it can sway the outcome of the fight.
Putin gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Putin creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Nelson's defenses.
Nelson avoids a wild elbow strike from Putin.
Putin lands a knee to the head.
Putin using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Nelson has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Putin lands a nice elbow.
Putin gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head. #CUT2#
Gunnar Nelson's cut is getting worse.
Putin tries to land a knee to the head but Nelson blocks with his arms.
Nelson is trying to break the clinch but Putin has him pressed against the cage.
Putin tries a knee to the head but Nelson blocks it. #T1#
Putin lands an elbow inside.
Putin misses with a knee strike.
Putin lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Nelson is trying to force a seperation but Putin has the dominant position.
Putin throws an elbow that misses.
Putin pushes off an throws an elbow but Nelson leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Putin.
Nelson is looking to take this one to the mat.
Nelson wants to break the clinch but can't.
Nelson has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Putin after a bit of a struggle.
Nelson tries to circle away but Putin has him pinned against the cage.
Nelson blocks an elbow strike from Putin.
Nelson working hard to break the clinch.
Putin throws a knee to the head but misses.
Putin misses with an elbow over the top.
Putin tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Putin misses with a knee to the head. #T2#
Putin tries a knee to the head but Nelson blocks it.
Putin has Nelson pressed against the cage, preventing Nelson from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Putin pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Putin throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Nelson blocks it with crossed arms.
Putin throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Nelson blocks it with crossed arms.
Putin tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Putin tries to land a knee to the head but Nelson blocks with his arms.
Putin looks winded!
Putin lands an elbow inside.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Putin using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Nelson has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Nelson is trying to break the clinch but Putin is controlling him.
Putin blocks an elbow strike.
Putin throws an elbow that misses.
Putin throws a knee to the head but misses.
Nelson has Putin pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Putin manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gunnar Nelson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Putin looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Putin throws a knee to the head but misses.
Putin keeps control of Nelson as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #T3#
Nelson is trying to break the clinch but Putin has him pressed against the cage.
Nelson tries to break free but Putin pushes him back against the cage.
Putin lands an elbow inside. #BC#
Nelson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Putin closes the distance and clinches.
Putin gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head. #CUT2#
Gunnar Nelson's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Putin lands an elbow that stopped Nelson in his tracks for a moment.
Putin looking to throw knees to the head but Nelson is blocking nicely.
Putin tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Putin misses with a knee strike.
Nelson is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Nelson tries for a takedown but Putin manages to get underhooks.
Nelson wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Putin misses with a knee strike.
Nelson dodges an elbow strike from Putin.
Nelson blocks an elbow strike from Putin. #T4#
Nelson is trying to break the clinch but Putin is controlling him.
Putin misses with a knee strike.
Nelson has had enough of the clinch but Putin keeps him there for the moment.
Putin misses with a knee to the head.
Nelson throws a punch but it's blocked by Putin.
Putin looking to throw knees to the head but Nelson is blocking nicely.
Putin looking to throw knees to the head but Nelson is blocking nicely.
Putin with an attempt at a knee that misses. #BC#
Nelson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nelson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Nelson misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Putin tries to clinch up.
Nelson closes this distance looking for a takedown but Putin circles away.
Nelson displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Vlad Putin is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL2#
Putin fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Nelson, pushing him back against the cage.
Putin using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Nelson has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Putin blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Putin pushes off an throws an elbow but Nelson leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vlad Putin dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Gunnar Nelson's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Nelson misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #CL#
Nelson has managed to clinch.
Nice elbow from Putin.
Putin misses with a knee strike.
Putin misses with a knee to the head.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Nelson.
Putin with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Putin looking to throw knees to the head but Nelson is blocking nicely.
Putin gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Nelson. #TD#
Nelson turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Nelson manages to end up in side control.
Putin is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Nelson trying to control the position but Putin is working away.
Putin is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Nelson has just dragged him back down to the mat.#T1##SU#
Nelson stands up.
Nelson throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Nelson misses with a takedown attempt - Putin sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#CL2#
Nelson tries to keep at a distance but Putin has taken the fight into the clinch.
Putin has Nelson pressed against the cage, preventing Nelson from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Putin using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Nelson has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Nelson is looking to break free of the clinch but Putin has double underhooks.
Putin tries a knee to the head but Nelson blocks it.
Putin misses with a knee to the head.
Putin scores with a knee to the head.
Putin is breathing heavily.
Nelson wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Putin misses with a knee strike. #BC#
Nelson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Nelson fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gunnar Nelson. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
Putin fails with an attempt to clinch.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Nelson swats away the attempt to clinch by Putin.
Putin blocks a head kick by Nelson. #CL#
Nelson moves into the clinch successfully.
Putin with a knee to the head.
A knee to the head by Putin.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Putin connects with a knee to the head.
Putin pushes off an throws an elbow but Nelson leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.#TD#
Nelson gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. #ES2#
Putin scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Nelson swats away the attempt to clinch by Putin.
Putin tries to clinch up.
Nelson went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.#CL2#
Putin rushes Nelson and presses him up against the cage.
Nelson has Putin pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Putin manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Putin lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. #T3#
Nelson takes a knee right on the jaw! #CUT2#
Jeez, Gunnar Nelson's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Putin lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Putin lands an elbow just above Nelson 's eye.
Nelson is trying to push Putin away but Putin has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Putin with a knee to the head.
Nelson wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Putin has him pressed against the cage.#BC#
Nelson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Nelson shoots in and drives through. Putin sprawls well.#CL2#
Putin moves into the clinch successfully.
Putin tries to land a knee to the head but Nelson blocks with his arms.
Nelson wants to get back to striking at distance but Putin won't allow it.
Putin scores with a knee to the head.
Putin lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Putin gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Putin lands an elbow just above Nelson 's eye.

The referee calls the doctor in to look at Gunnar Nelson's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:09 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Vlad Putin!
In his post fight interview, Vlad Putin gave a big smile as he said 'I am not surprised, motherf**ker!'.

Event: GENERATION #19 BLACK vs STEIN
Date: May 21, 2016

#R1#
Nelson throws a combination that misses
and Lelono counters with an outside leg kick.
Lelono lands a lovely overhand right.#CUT#
It looks like Gunnar Nelson has been cut.
Nelson tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nelson misses with a two punch combination.
Nelson throws a one two combo.
A head kick misses from Nelson.
Lelono moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Nelson throws a sloppy head kick
enabling Lelono to counter with a crisp jab.
Nelson tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Lelono tries to counter with a takedown but Nelson is quick to defend against it.
We've been hearing reports that Lelono has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Nelson shoots for a double leg takedown but Lelono sprawls well. He's pushed Nelson's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Lelono tries to counter with a takedown but Nelson is quick to defend against it.#KD#
A big head kick from Lelono and Nelson is sent sprawling to the canvas! #ROC#
Nelson is rocked!
Lelono has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lelono gets to his feet and stands over Nelson, holding his ankles. He dives in with a big left hand that connects! Nelson felt that one! Lelono unloads more punches and elbows and this one is over! The ref has dived in to save Nelson from any more punishment!

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

Event: GENERATION #15
Date: Apr 16, 2016

#R1#
Bourne fails in his attempt to clinch.
Bourne misses the shot to the body.
Bourne blocks a head kick by Nelson. #TD2#
Nelson closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Nelson slows the pace down.
Bourne tries to bench press Nelson off him but Nelson keeps the position. #SU2#
Nelson stands up.
Nelson swinging wildly here.
Nelson misses with a head kick.
Nelson tries to bum rush Bourne with a series of wild strikes but Bourne uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Bourne drops down looking for a counter takedown but Nelson sprawls and moves away.#TD2#
Nelson shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Bourne's guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nelson sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T1#
Bourne tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SU2#
Bourne is working an open guard so Nelson takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.#TD#
Bourne fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Nelson to the ground. Bourne is now in Nelson's guard.
Nelson wants to stand up but Bourne is controlling him.
Bourne is working Nelson over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Nelson is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Bourne trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Nelson wants to stand but Bourne is controlling the position. #T2#
Bourne lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#SU#
Bourne stands up from Nelson's guard - Bourne perhaps looking for a knockout. #TD2#
Nelson drives through with a takedown into guard. #SU2#
Nelson gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Bourne misses with the combination.
Some wild striking there from Bourne. #TD2#
Nelson drives through with a takedown into Bourne's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nelson 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. #SU2#
Nelson decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Bourne, up you get! #T3#
Nelson fails in his attempt to clinch.
Bourne throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air. #TD2#
Nelson fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Bourne sprawls well initially but Nelson persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #ES#
Bourne kicks Nelson off and gets back to his feet.
Nelson throws a head kick that misses.
We've been informed that Nelson has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Nelson looks to land a combination but Bourne avoids it well.
Bourne keeps the fight on the outside.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bourne. Nelson does a little dance to reset his feet.#TD2#
Nelson drives through with a takedown into Bourne's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#SU2#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Nelson gets to his feet - Bourne follows without any prompting.
Bourne lands a nice shot that snaps Nelson's head back.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nelson misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bourne scores with a leg kick.
Bourne tries to clinch up.
Nelson is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#CL2#
Nelson has Bourne up against the cage in a clinch. #TD#
Bourne has Nelson pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Bourne pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Nelson tumbling to the mat - Bourne dives into Nelson's guard.#T4#
Nelson wants to get back to his feet but Bourne is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Nelson keeping full guard, as Bourne tries to pass.
Nelson is looking to stand up but Bourne isn't so interested in that idea.
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 Andrew Bourne will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Nelson tries to bum rush Bourne with a series of wild strikes but Bourne uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Nelson will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Bourne goes for a double leg but Nelson avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Nelson continues to drive forward.
Bourne connects with a looping right hand.
Nelson tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Bourne manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#TD2#
Bourne tries to sprawl but Nelson drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Nelson is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#SU2#
Nelson escapes and gets back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Nelson closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Bourne did well to prevent Nelson getting side control.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SU2#
Nelson decides to stand up.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Bourne is defended easily by Nelson.#T1#
Bourne throws a right and a left that both miss.
A telegraphed right hand from Bourne misses the target.
Bourne will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Andrew Bourne. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Nelson shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#SU2#
Nelson stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#TD2#
Nelson closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Bourne to the mat! Bourne manages to get full guard. #SU2#
Nelson decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Nelson throws a sloppy head kick and Bourne moves out of range easily.
Nelson throws a head kick that misses.
Bourne changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Nelson misses with a two punch combination.
Bourne shoots in for a takedown but Nelson shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Bourne looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Bourne throws a sloppy head kick and Nelson moves out of range easily.
Nelson lands with a nice combination. Bourne backs away looking to recover.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#TD2#
Nelson closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Bourne did well to prevent Nelson getting side control.#T2#
Bourne tries to roll over but Nelson keeps him under control.
Nelson looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #SU2#
Nelson decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up.
Nelson throws a sloppy head kick and Bourne moves out of range easily. #TD2#
Nelson darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Nelson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Bourne is trying to get back to full guard.#SU2#
Nelson stands, ready to strike. The ref makes him back up and allows Bourne to get to his feet.
Nelson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T3##TD2#
Nelson fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Bourne to the ground. Nelson is now in Bourne's guard.#ES#
Bourne manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.#TD2#
Nelson lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Bourne pushes Nelson off looking to stand but Nelson dives back in and keeps control. #SU2#
Nelson decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up. #TD2#
Nelson shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Nelson is taking a breather. Bourne 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.
Bourne trying to hold on to Nelson's head to control him but Nelson postures up.
Bourne is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Nelson is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#T4#
Bourne is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Nelson prevents Bourne from improving his position.#SU2#
Nelson decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up.
Bourne looks for the body kick but Nelson saw that one coming.
Nelson misses with a series of wild punches.
Nelson lands with a kick to the temple. Bourne shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nelson doesn't manage to clinch there - Bourne circles away.
Nelson tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nelson keeps the fight on the outside.
Nelson throws a series of punches but Bourne avoids them all with ease.
Sloppy strikes from Bourne. Those never looked like landing. #TD2#
Nelson looking to score a takedown here. Bourne is defending well but Nelson drives through and ends up in Bourne's guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gunnar Nelson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Nelson throws a sloppy head kick and Bourne moves out of range easily.
Nelson swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Bourne cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bourne comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Gunnar Nelson seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Nelson scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Bourne circles away from the clinch attempt. #TD2#
Nelson drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.#SU2#
Nelson stands up.
Nelson rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Bourne moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Bourne misses with a few strikes there.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD2#
Nelson looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#ES#
Bourne manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Nelson keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
Bourne is trying to force a seperation but Nelson has the dominant position.
Bourne tries to break free but Nelson pushes him back against the cage.
Nelson with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Nelson takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Nelson scores with a shoulder strike.
Bourne is looking to break free of the clinch but Nelson has double underhooks. #BC2#
Nelson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Nelson misses with the combination. #TD2#
Bourne gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Nelson to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Bourne trying to control the position.
Nelson sitting in guard here, content to control. #T2##SUB#
Bourne has his foot on Nelson's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Nelson works his way back into a safe position though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bourne can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Nelson controls the pace.#SU2#
Nelson gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Nelson throws a head kick that misses.
Bourne blocks a head kick by Nelson.
Bourne scores with a head kick. Nelson tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Nelson misses with the combination. #TD2#
Nelson scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
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!#SU2#
Nelson stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being. #TD2#
Nelson gets the takedown into side control. #T3#
Nelson working away.#SU2#
Nelson has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Bourne scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Sloppy strikes from Nelson. Those never looked like landing.
It looked like Bourne wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Bourne is looking to wear down Nelson with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Bourne closes the distance and clinches up with Nelson, looking for a takedown. Bourne pushes Nelson against the cage but Nelson circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Gunnar Nelson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nelson tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #TD2#
Nelson shoots in and gets a takedown into Bourne's guard.#ES#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Bourne manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
A frustrated look appears on Bourne's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Bourne tries to stall but Nelson uses the opportunity to gain a better position. #TD2#
Nelson gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Bourne wants to control but Nelson is keeping busy. #T4##SU2#
Nelson stands up out of the half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Left hook, right uppercut from Bourne. #TD2#
Nelson 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.#ES#
Bourne has his feet on Nelson's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Bourne shoots in looking for a takedown. Nelson tries to sprawl out of it but Bourne keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Nelson manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Nelson throws a one two combo.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bourne dodges the punch combination from Nelson. #CL2#
Nelson gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Gunnar Nelson.
Well Nelson 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 Phil Schofield scores the fight 28:29
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 27:30
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 28:30

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

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