Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 05, 2019

#R1#
Provenza misses with a shot to the body
enabling Roper to counter with a crisp jab. #CL2#
Roper clinches with his opponent.
Roper misses with a punch on the inside.
Roper swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Roper doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Roper fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Roper misses with a punch to the body.
Provenza wants to take the fight to the mat but Roper manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Roper lands a body punch. #TD#
Provenza has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Roper is trying to keep an underhook but Provenza manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Provenza prevents Roper from improving his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Provenza is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB#
Provenza is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Roper has managed to free his arm - good work.
Provenza not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T1#
Roper is looking to improve his position.
Provenza looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB#
Provenza is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Roper is just riding it out for now. Provenza eventually gives up the hold.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Roper can do anything to dispel that myth.
Provenza lands with a punch from half guard. #SUB#
Provenza is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Roper defends it well.
Provenza throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T2#
Roper is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Ground and pound from Provenza.
Provenza has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Provenza thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Roper's head. #SUB#
Provenza is trying for a kimura here. Roper looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Provenza wins by kimura!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Silvio Provenza!
Silvio Provenza decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 02, 2018

#R1#
Provenza throws a looping overhand right but Alvarez ducks down to avoid it. #TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Provenza enables Alvarez to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Provenza manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Provenza wants to sweep here but Alvarez controlling him for the moment.
Alvarez landing some decent shots from guard.
Alvarez has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Provenza has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Alvarez has passed into side control.
Provenza gets back to half guard.#SUB#
Provenza looking for submissions off his back.
Alvarez is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Provenza looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Provenza keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #T1#
Alvarez looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Provenza with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #SUB2#
Alvarez is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Ground and pound from Alvarez.
Alvarez lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Alvarez wants to take a breather but Provenza is having none of it. #SUB#
Provenza is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Alvarez pulls his head out easily.
Provenza is doing well to control the position and prevent Alvarez from advancing to side control.
Provenza regains full guard. Nicely done.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Alvarez scoring with punches to the head and body. #T2#
Alvarez stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Provenza swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Provenza wants to hit a switch here but Alvarez passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Provenza there!
Alvarez lands a nice shot to the head.
Alvarez controlling the position easily from mount.
Alvarez is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Provenza can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Provenza is trying to escape the mount.
Alvarez scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Provenza?
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
The referee warns Provenza that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Alvarez is landing with some decent strikes but Provenza is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Provenza is wriggling around trying to escape.
Provenza is working hard here to advance position.#T3#
Provenza regains half guard.
Alvarez working Provenza over with strikes.
Alvarez looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Provenza with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Provenza is trying to get back to full guard.
Alvarez is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #SUB#
Provenza actively working from the bottom here.
Provenza wants to get back to full guard but Alvarez has passed into side control.
Provenza is looking to reverse the position.
Alvarez creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Provenza stops Alvarez from passing to mount.
Provenza is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#T4#
Provenza taking some punishment here, with Alvarez in his half guard.
Provenza strikes from the bottom but Alvarez uses the opportunity to move to side control.
Provenza takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well. #SUB2#
Alvarez wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Provenza, who protects the arm well.
Provenza is trying to buck Alvarez off.
Provenza is looking for a sweep.
Alvarez lands an elbow.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Provenza prevents Alvarez from moving into mount.
Provenza is trying to control Alvarez's posture but Alvarez avoids it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Leonardo Florentino Ernesto Alvarez dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Alvarez displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Provenza throws out the jab.
Alvarez shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Alvarez misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Alvarez connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Provenza lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Alvarez circles away quickly and effectively.
Alvarez throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Provenza displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Alvarez.
Silvio Provenza has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Leonardo Florentino Ernesto Alvarez.
Alvarez displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Provenza throws out the jab.
Alvarez has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Provenza fails with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Provenza throws a nice looking combination but Alvarez bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#TD2#
Alvarez closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Provenza quickly recovers to half guard.
Provenza gets back to full guard. #T1#
Alvarez postures up and lands a big shot to Provenza's brow.
Provenza is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Provenza with the ground and pound but Alvarez uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Alvarez preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Provenza has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Provenza keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Alvarez's head.
Provenza trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Provenza throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Alvarez works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #SUB2#
Alvarez working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Provenza doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Provenza manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Alvarez looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Provenza landing with the ground and pound. #T2#
Provenza in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Provenza scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#SUB2#
Alvarez had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Provenza defends it easily.
Provenza forces his way into half guard.
Leonardo Florentino Ernesto Alvarez has got the better of the ground game so far.
Alvarez wants to improve his position but Provenza is controlling well. #SUB#
Provenza seems to be looking for submissions.
Alvarez is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Provenza seems to be working for a kimura but Alvarez defends the submission attempt.#T3#
Alvarez trying to control but Provenza postures up. #SUB2#
Alvarez looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Provenza is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Provenza takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Provenza working over Alvarez with some ground and pound. Alvarez looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#SUB2#
Alvarez looking for submissions off his back.#T4#
Nice strikes from Provenza there.
Alvarez is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Provenza's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Provenza's back!
Provenza tries to escape the position.
Provenza is keeping busy.
Well, with Alvarez on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Provenza is tapping out... Can he escape the position?
Provenza turns into Alvarez and is now in his guard.
Provenza trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Alvarez trying to keep a closed guard but Provenza is proving a slippery customer.
Provenza is looking to advance position but Alvarez has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVB#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Provenza sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Silvio Provenza dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Provenza slaps away a takedown attempt from Alvarez, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Provenza throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
No luck for Alvarez with that takedown attempt.
Provenza dips to his left and cracks Alvarez with an uppercut!#TD2#
Alvarez looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Provenza!#SUB2#
Provenza is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Alvarez's leg. Oh but that's left an opportunity for Alvarez! He's got an arm triangle... it looks tight! He's rotating and Provenza has tapped! This one is allllll over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:36 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Leonardo Florentino Ernesto Alvarez!
A very excited looking Leonardo Florentino Ernesto Alvarez made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 10, 2018

#R1#
Alvarez shoots in looking for a takedown but Provenza manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Alvarez's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Alvarez slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#TD#
Provenza closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Alvarez to the mat! Alvarez manages to get full guard.
Provenza preventing the sweep.
Alvarez avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Provenza trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Alvarez is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Provenza looking to pass the guard.
Provenza throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Alvarez avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Provenza is working Alvarez over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Provenza throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Alvarez works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Provenza works over Alvarez with some ground and pound from guard.
Alvarez wants to sweep here but Provenza controlling him for the moment.
Provenza is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #T1#
Provenza wants to pass the guard but Alvarez is keeping the position.
Alvarez preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Provenza throwing strikes from guard but Alvarez blocks nicely.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Provenza looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Alvarez looking for a guillotine here but Provenza defends easily.
Provenza throwing strikes but missing.
Provenza is looking to work some ground and pound but Alvarez has wrist control.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB2#
Alvarez escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Provenza gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Provenza with a flurry of punches that miss.
Alvarez not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Provenza is working Alvarez over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Provenza throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Alvarez works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #SUB2#
Alvarez had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Provenza defends it easily.
Provenza stopping the sweep attempt from Alvarez.
Alvarez wants to stand and escape but Provenza is having none of it.
Provenza postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Provenza missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Provenza stopping the sweep attempt from Alvarez.
Alvarez is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T3#
Provenza in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Provenza working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Provenza throws a big elbow that misses.
Provenza is looking to work some ground and pound but Alvarez has wrist control.
Provenza slips nicely into half guard.#SUB#
Provenza is looking for a kimura but Alvarez is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Provenza to get the leverage.
Alvarez tries to roll over but Provenza keeps him under control.#SUB#
Provenza is looking for a kimura but Alvarez is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Provenza to get the leverage. #SUB#
Provenza is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB#
Provenza seems to be trying to get a kimura but instead Alvarez has recovered full guard. #T4#
Provenza sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Alvarez's guard.
Alvarez tries to roll over but Provenza keeps him under control.
Provenza scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Provenza is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Alvarez makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Alvarez.
Provenza pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Alvarez is keeping the position for now.
Provenza makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Provenza working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Provenza trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Silvio Provenza dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2##TD2#
Alvarez drives through with a takedown into guard.
Alvarez trying to control but Provenza is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Provenza has his foot on Alvarez's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Alvarez works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Provenza working for submissions but it's allowed Alvarez to get to half guard.
Silvio Provenza overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Provenza is looking to improve his position.
Alvarez drops an elbow to the side of Provenza's head. #SU2#
Alvarez decides to return to a standing position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A slow jab from Provenza misses its intended target.
Alvarez changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Provenza tries to clinch there but Alvarez circles away.
Horrible takedown attempt by Alvarez or perhaps it was just good defense by Provenza, which made it look bad.
Alvarez will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Provenza is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Alvarez can do to turn this around?#T1#
Provenza's corner calls for a 1-2. Provenza obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #TD2#
Alvarez drives through with a takedown into guard. #SUB#
Provenza looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Alvarez passes into side control.
Provenza is looking for a sweep.
Provenza manages to work his way to half guard, despite Alvarez's best efforts.
Provenza wants to get back to full guard but Alvarez has mounted him!
Provenza in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Provenza tries to hold on but Alvarez pushes him away.
Alvarez unloading with bombs!
Alvarez with the ground and pound from mount.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Alvarez can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Provenza is looking to escape. #T2#
Provenza regains half guard.
Provenza wants to get back to his feet.
Alvarez trying to control from half guard but Provenza is working away.
Alvarez tries to pass the half guard into mount. Provenza knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Provenza trying to control from the bottom. #SUB#
Provenza actively working from the bottom here.
Provenza has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Alvarez is working away from the top position though.
Provenza holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now. #T3##SUB2#
Alvarez is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Provenza has managed to free his arm - good work.
Alvarez looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Provenza with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Alvarez trying to control from half guard but Provenza is working away.
Alvarez working over Provenza with some ground and pound. Provenza looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Provenza wants to get back to full guard.
Alvarez works his way into full mount!
Provenza tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Provenza is working hard here to advance position.#T4#
Alvarez raining down hammerfists from mount.
Provenza is looking to get to half guard.
Alvarez avoids the attempt from Provenza to control.
Provenza is trying to escape the mount.
Provenza regains half guard.
Provenza works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB#
Provenza is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Alvarez defends well.
Alvarez with a nice head shot there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Leonardo Florentino Ernesto Alvarez showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Provenza throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Alvarez.
Provenza shoots in looking for a takedown but Alvarez manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Provenza's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#TD2#
Provenza tries to sprawl but Alvarez drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Provenza slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB#
Provenza working for a triangle but Alvarez defends it easily. #SUB#
Provenza has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Alvarez is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Provenza.
Alvarez in side control lands a decent elbow.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Provenza manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Provenza is in trouble now - Alvarez has advanced to mount!
Provenza is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T1#
Provenza taking shots to the head.
Alvarez connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Alvarez working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Provenza gets back to half guard.#SUB#
Alvarez moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Provenza.
Provenza takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Alvarez is working Provenza over with some ground and pound from side control.
Provenza gets back to half guard.
Provenza trying to hold on to Alvarez's head to control him but Alvarez postures up.
Provenza tries to roll over but Alvarez keeps him under control.#T2#
Alvarez trying to control from half guard but Provenza is working away.
Provenza trying to control here.
Provenza is trying to stand.
Alvarez looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Alvarez lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Alvarez is keen to just control but Provenza is a slippery customer.
Provenza is trying to stand back up but Alvarez is controlling him
Provenza is trying to get back to full guard.#T3#
Alvarez takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Provenza is looking for a sweep. Alvarez is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Alvarez seems to be looking for submissions.
Alvarez wants to control but Provenza is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Provenza is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! Alvarez is tapping! Great win for Provenza!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:31 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Silvio Provenza!
Silvio Provenza tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.

Event: Lupe 13
Date: Jul 21, 2018

#R1#
Dawson lands a right hook to the body.
Provenza walks into a jab.
Dawson sizes up Provenza with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Dawson fails in his attempt to clinch.
Dawson swings for the body but Provenza moves out of range.
Dawson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Provenza with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Dawson to score with a decent uppercut.
A telegraphed right hand from Provenza misses the target.
Dawson digs a good hook to Provenza's body.
Provenza is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Dawson misses with a wild body shot. #CL2#
Provenza forces Dawson back against the cage and clinches.
Dawson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Provenza's elbow.
Dawson tries to stall but Provenza uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Provenza blocks a body shot from Dawson.
I was talking to Dawson's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Provenza goes for a takedown attempt but Dawson pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Provenza misses with a right hand
and Dawson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T1#
Dawson throws a body punch but Provenza moves out of range.
Provenza shoots and misses
and Dawson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Provenza avoids the body shot from Dawson. #TD#
Dawson looking to score a takedown here. Provenza is defending well but Dawson drives through and ends up in Provenza's guard.
Dawson passes into half guard.
Dawson takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Dawson missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Dawson working Provenza over with strikes.
Provenza is trying to get back to full guard.
Provenza is trying to stand.
Provenza is looking to improve his position. #SUB2#
Provenza looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Provenza is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Dawson looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T2#
Dawson is working hard here to advance position.
Dawson passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Provenza!
Provenza is trying desperately to improve position.
Dawson looking to finish with strikes here!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dawson tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Dawson looking to control but Provenza is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Dawson sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Provenza is looking to improve his position but Dawson isn't that keen on the idea.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Provenza stops Dawson from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better. #T3#
Dawson can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Provenza is looking to escape.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Provenza is in all sorts of trouble here.
Dawson can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Provenza is looking to escape.
Provenza keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Provenza tries to hold on but Dawson pushes him away.
Dawson looking to control but Provenza is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Dawson with a couple of short strikes.
Dawson trying to control but Provenza is having none of it.
Dawson controlling from mount. #T4#
Provenza is in all sorts of trouble here.
Dawson controlling the position easily from mount.
Provenza blocking the ground and pound.
Provenza is squirming around, avoiding Dawson's attempts to control the action.
Dawson wants to take his opponent's back but Provenza doesn't allow it.
Provenza wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Dawson.
Provenza keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Dawson takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Roger Dawson dominated that round.
That's time! Dawson's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Dawson thuds a left hand into Provenza's body.
Provenza takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Dawson is looking to wear down Provenza with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Dawson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Provenza.
And Provenza tries to counter it with a takedown but Dawson pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Dawson lands the left hand.
Dawson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dawson ducks under a wild hook from Provenza.
Provenza throws a hook but Dawson blocks it.
An attempted straight right counter from Dawson misses the target.
Silvio Provenza is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Dawson punishes Provenza's body with a nice straight punch.
Dawson throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Provenza stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dawson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dawson walks into a straight right hand from Provenza.
Provenza pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Roger Dawson is winning the standup battle so far.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Dawson checks a leg kick.
Provenza misses with a looping right.#T1#
Provenza has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Provenza there as he acknowledges the shot.
Dawson 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.
Dawson slips a jab from Provenza.
Dawson connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Provenza's hands.
Provenza will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Dawson tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Provenza manages to circle out of the way.
Provenza throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Provenza looks for a takedown but Dawson sprawls well.
A jab lands there for Dawson.
Provenza shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Dawson as he avoids it easily.
Dawson looks to score with a jab to the body but Provenza is just out of range.
As Dawson backs off Provenza throws a huge counter combo but Dawson manages to avoid it all.
Dawson misses the shot to the body.
Provenza is looking to clinch but Dawson is avoiding it. #T2#
Dawson throws a jab but it's blocked by Provenza.
Dawson keeps the fight on the outside.
Dawson fails with an attempt to clinch.
Dawson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Provenza can do to turn this around?
Dawson ducks under a wild hook from Provenza.
Provenza gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
letting Dawson counter with a right hand.
Roger Dawson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Silvio Provenza.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dawson throws a body punch but Provenza moves out of range.
Dawson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Provenza.
Dawson throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Dawson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Provenza fails to land the takedown.
Roger Dawson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Provenza throws a lazy right hand but Dawson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Provenza jabs Dawson right on the nose. Dawson blinks but takes it well.
Provenza might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.#T3#
Provenza misses with a straight left.
Dawson swings for the body but Provenza moves out of range.
Dawson throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Provenza throws a series of strikes that have Dawson backpedaling.
The fighters circle momentarily. Dawson darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
A cross from Dawson lands.
Dawson punishes Provenza's body with a nice straight punch.
Provenza tries to close the distance and clinch but Dawson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
A little feinted left hand from Dawson on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Provenza misses with a shot to the body
and Dawson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Provenza fails to land the takedown.
Provenza avoids the body shot from Dawson.
Dawson moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A looping hook to the body misses from Dawson. Provenza does a little dance to reset his feet.#T4#
Dawson throws a body punch but Provenza moves out of range. #CL#
Dawson has Provenza up against the cage in a clinch.
Provenza is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Dawson.
Dawson pushes Provenza back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Provenza fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Provenza looking for a takedown.
Dawson gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Provenza.
Provenza is breathing heavily.#BC#
Dawson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A looping hook to the body misses from Dawson. Provenza does a little dance to reset his feet.
Dawson scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Dawson throws a body shot but no joy.
Provenza tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Dawson throws a good cross that connects.
Provenza ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Roger Dawson dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Provenza takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Provenza tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Dawson manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Provenza scores with a three punch combo!
Provenza has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Dawson finds it's way round the side to connect with Provenza's head.
Dawson throws a body shot but no joy.
Provenza wants to clinch but Dawson slips to the side
and Dawson counters with a nice body shot.
Provenza throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Dawson slips under a jab.#CL#
Provenza tries to keep at a distance but Dawson has taken the fight into the clinch.
Dawson prevents the takedown attempt.
Dawson pushes Provenza back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. #BC#
Dawson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Dawson slips under a jab.
Provenza fails in his attempt to clinch. #CL#
Dawson forces Provenza back against the cage and clinches.#T1#
Dawson lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Provenza has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Dawson after a bit of a struggle.
Dawson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Dawson lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Dawson has Provenza pressed against the cage, preventing Provenza from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Dawson is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Provenza is keeping busy.
Provenza is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Dawson pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Roger Dawson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Silvio Provenza.
Dawson lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A right handed body shot lands from Dawson.
Dawson lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Dawson lands a body punch in the clinch.
Dawson lands with a right to the head.
Dawson lands a right hand.
Dawson scores with a shoulder strike.
Dawson throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Provenza takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Dawson lands with a left to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dawson tries to throw a body punch but Provenza avoids it by throwing Dawson back against the cage.
Dawson lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Dawson lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #T2#
Provenza tries for a takedown. No joy.
Dawson stalling the fight.
Dawson digs a right hand into Provenza's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Provenza's gas tank.
Provenza goes for a takedown attempt but Dawson pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Provenza looks to land a left hand but Dawson moved out of range nicely.
Dawson connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Provenza's hands.
Dawson lands an overhand right.
Dawson fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#ROC#
Provenza is rocked!
Dawson fakes a right and follows up with a big left that drops Provenza to one knee - oooooh, he's wobbly! Provenza looks to clinch but Dawson throws him off and pummels him into the canvas! Provenza taps out under the strikes! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:35 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Roger Dawson!
During a confident post fight interview, Roger Dawson thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: Lupe 8 Perfomance
Date: Jun 23, 2018

#R1#
Provenza tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #TD#
Nakara closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Provenza to the mat! Provenza manages to get full guard.
Nakara working some strikes from top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Provenza tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Nakara is in close to Provenza's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Nakara landing some decent shots from guard.
Nakara loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Nakara scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#SUB2#
Provenza had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Nakara defends it easily.
Nakara throws a big right hand that misses.
Nakara is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Provenza throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Nakara postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Nakara postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Provenza preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Nakara has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nakara working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Provenza is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Provenza trying to control the position. #T1#
Nakara lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Provenza avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Provenza lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##SUB#
Nakara has his foot on Provenza's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Provenza works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Nakara has his foot on Provenza's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Provenza works his way back into a safe position though.
Provenza is looking to work some ground and pound but Nakara has wrist control.#SUB#
Nakara looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB#
Nakara is looking for a triangle but Provenza pushes his legs off easily.
Provenza passes Nakara's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Provenza is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Provenza wants to pass the guard but Nakara is defending well. #SUB#
Nakara looking for submissions off his back.
Provenza not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T2##SUB2#
Provenza is working for a kimura but Nakara is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB2#
Provenza is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Nakara is just riding it out for now. Provenza eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Nakara looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Nakara looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#SUB#
Nakara looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Nakara looking for submissions off his back.
Provenza seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #T3#
Provenza drops an elbow to the side of Nakara's head. #SUB#
Nakara is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Provenza pulls his head out easily.
Provenza not landing any meaningful shots this time. #SUB#
Nakara looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Provenza working the head and body with strikes. #SUB#
Nakara looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Nakara looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Nakara is breathing heavily.#SUB#
Nakara looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Provenza is nestled in close to Nakara, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#SUB2#
Provenza is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB#
Nakara actively working from the bottom here.#T4#
Nakara has hold of Provenza's hands but Provenza slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#SUB2#
Provenza wants to work for an arm triangle but Nakara is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB#
Nakara looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Nakara looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Provenza winds up and cracks Nakara with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #SUB#
Nakara looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Provenza looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Nakara with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Provenza working the head and body with strikes. #SUB#
Nakara is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Provenza pulls his head out easily.
Provenza is nestled in close to Nakara, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#SUB#
Nakara actively working from the bottom here.
Provenza is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Silvio Provenza will probably get the nod.
That's time! Nakara's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2##TD#
Nakara closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Provenza's guard.#SUB2#
Provenza is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Nakara throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Nakara preventing the sweep.
Provenza has momentary wrist control but Nakara slips an elbow through the middle.
Provenza utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Provenza looking for a guillotine here but Nakara defends easily.
Nakara lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#SUB2#
Nakara got a little sloppy there for a moment and Provenza has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Nakara has managed to get both his arms back between Provenza's legs - danger averted.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nakara is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Nakara works over Provenza with some ground and pound from guard.
Provenza preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Provenza wants to sweep here but Nakara controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Provenza is looking for a triangle but Nakara pushes his legs off easily. #T1#
Provenza has momentary wrist control but Nakara slips an elbow through the middle.
Nakara trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Tebato Nakara overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Nakara's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Nakara is working Provenza over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Provenza lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##SUB#
Nakara has his foot on Provenza's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Provenza works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Nakara is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Nakara working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Provenza. #SUB#
Nakara is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Nakara is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Provenza is aware though and is defending well.
Provenza wants to pass the guard but Nakara is keeping the position.
Provenza landing with the ground and pound.
Provenza pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Nakara is keeping the position for now. #T2#
Provenza with a nice head shot there.#SUB#
Nakara is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Provenza defends well.
Provenza is pushing down on Nakara's leg trying to pass to half guard. Nakara is fighting to maintain full guard but Provenza has managed to sneak the leg through.
Provenza working Nakara over with strikes.
Provenza takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#SUB#
Nakara is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Provenza pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Nakara actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Provenza is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB2#
Provenza is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB#
Nakara looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Provenza is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #T3##SUB#
Nakara looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Provenza is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Nakara defends it well.
Provenza winds up and cracks Nakara with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Provenza not landing any meaningful shots this time. #SUB2#
Provenza is looking for a kimura here.
Nakara is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Provenza scores with a couple of nice shots.
Provenza wants to pass the guard but Nakara is defending well. #SUB#
Nakara actively working from the bottom here.#T4##SUB#
Nakara looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Provenza is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Nakara defends it well. #SUB#
Nakara actively working from the bottom here.
Provenza scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#SUB#
Nakara actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Nakara is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Provenza pulls his head out easily.
Nakara won't allow Provenza to pass to mount. #SUB#
Nakara looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Provenza looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Nakara with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Provenza working Nakara over with strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Silvio Provenza 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#
Provenza scores with a nice strike.#TD2#
Provenza changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Nakara looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Nakara is looking to reverse the position.
Provenza cracks Nakara with a big right hand but Nakara just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go. #ROC2#
Nakara is rocked!#SUB2#
Provenza is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Nakara is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Oh Nakara is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Nakara is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Nakara looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Nakara seems to have got his legs back now.
Provenza working over Nakara with some ground and pound. Nakara looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#SUB2#
Provenza is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Nakara sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Provenza is looking for a kimura but Nakara is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Provenza to get the leverage. #SUB#
Nakara is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Provenza pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Nakara looking for submissions off his back.
Provenza has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB2#
Provenza seems to be looking for submissions.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1##SUB2#
Provenza is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Provenza slips a nice elbow through Nakara's hands, connecting with Nakara's forehead.#SUB2#
Provenza is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Nakara doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Provenza. #SUB#
Nakara actively working from the bottom here.
Provenza is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #SUB2#
Nakara is defending against the submission attempts here by Provenza. #SUB#
Nakara actively working from the bottom here.#T2##SUB#
Nakara looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Provenza is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Nakara taking some punishment here, with Provenza in his half guard. #SUB2#
Provenza maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Nakara could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Provenza has cracked it and Nakara is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Provenza!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:43 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Silvio Provenza!
Silvio Provenza was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

Event: KAMIKAZE 75: Ground and Pound
Date: Jan 26, 2018

#R1#
Baine throws a jab when Provenza was well out of range.
Provenza fails with a takedown attempt.
Baine pulls out of a head kick attempt. #CL#
Provenza darts in and clinches Baine up against the cage.
Provenza is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Baine to keep the fight standing.
Baine wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Provenza has him pressed against the cage.
Provenza is looking for a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Silvio Provenza. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Provenza fails to pull guard.
Provenza tries for a takedown but Baine manages to get underhooks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Baine has had enough of the clinch but Provenza keeps him there for the moment.#BC2#
Baine's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Baine smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
The crowd cheers as Baine lands an impressive looking overhand right. Provenza doesn't seem phased though.
Provenza blocks the body kick. #T1#
Baine tries to land a body kick#TD#
and Provenza counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Provenza is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #SUB#
Provenza looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Provenza is looking for a kimura but Baine is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Provenza to get the leverage.
Baine is looking to improve his position.
Provenza seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Baine trying to control here.
Provenza throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T2#
Provenza slips a nice elbow through Baine's hands, connecting with Baine's forehead.
Provenza scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#SUB#
Provenza is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Provenza throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Baine trying to control but Provenza postures up.
Baine is looking to improve his position.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Provenza working the head and body with strikes. #SUB#
Provenza is looking for a kimura but Baine is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Provenza to get the leverage. #SUB#
Provenza is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #T3#
Provenza wants to pass to mount but Baine is defending the position.
Baine tries to roll over but Provenza keeps him under control.
Baine is trying to maintain the position but Provenza is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB#
Provenza is looking for a kimura but Baine is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Provenza to get the leverage.
Baine tries to get to full guard but Provenza has control of the leg.
Provenza is thwarting Baine's attempts to control the position.
Provenza looks to land a strike but Baine avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Baine manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Provenza manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB##SUB#
Provenza is looking for a triangle here but Baine uses the submission attempt to pass into side control. #T4#
Provenza is trying to improve his position.
Baine wants to stand but Provenza is controlling his arm.
Provenza tries to buck Baine off but Baine is having none of it.
Baine wants to stand but Provenza has his arm trapped.
Baine wants to lay and pray for a moment but Provenza keeps working.
Baine tries to stand but Provenza is controlling his head.
Provenza is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Baine off and has taken his back!#SUB#
Provenza looking for the choke from the back. #SUB#
Provenza is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Baine has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Baine trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Silvio Provenza dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2##CL#
Provenza drives through and clinches with Baine against the cage.
Baine wants to get back to striking at distance but Provenza won't allow it.
Provenza is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Baine can do to turn this around?
Baine prevents the takedown attempt. #BC#
Provenza escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Provenza will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
No joy there for Provenza, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
It seemed like Baine was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#TD#
Provenza shoots in and bounces Baine off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Baine working a defensive guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Provenza makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Baine looking for a sweep. Not yet Baine, not yet. #T1#
Provenza throws an elbow that misses. Baine uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Provenza's guard. Nice move by Baine!#REVB#
Provenza keeping moving, preventing Baine from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Provenza has his foot on Baine's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Baine works his way back into a safe position though.
Baine looking to pass the guard.
Baine pushes down on Provenza's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Provenza is not content to let Baine control the position.#SUB#
Provenza actively working from the bottom here.
Baine slows the pace down in half guard.
Baine trying to control the action but Provenza is working from the bottom.
Provenza moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T2#
Provenza keeping moving, preventing Baine from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Baine not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Provenza wants to sweep here but Baine controlling him for the moment.
Baine is looking to stand up but Provenza won't let him. #SUB#
Baine avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Baine wants to control from the top but Provenza keeps moving. #T3#
Baine is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Provenza throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#CL#
Baine tries to keep at a distance but Provenza has taken the fight into the clinch.
Baine tries to break the clinch but Provenza is controlling the position.
Provenza wants to take the fight to the mat but Baine manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Baine is trying to force a seperation but Provenza has the dominant position.#BC2#
Baine breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Baine scores with a kick to the body.
Provenza throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Baine's jab looks to have found its range, popping Provenza under the eye.
Baine misses with a leg kick #TD#
and Provenza counters with a takedown into side control. #T4##SUB#
Provenza wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Baine, who protects the arm well.
Baine tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Baine wants to control but Provenza postures up.
Provenza lands a few punches from side control.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Provenza creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Baine sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Baine takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well. #SUB#
Provenza swings around for an armbar but Baine sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Provenza's guard.
Baine would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Provenza keeping moving, preventing Baine from controlling successfully.
Provenza pulls Baine in close to prevent any damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Silvio Provenza dominated that second round.
That's time! Provenza's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Provenza lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Provenza throws the left hand but Baine avoids the punch easily.
Baine waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Provenza.
Provenza lands a glancing blow to the side of Baine's head.
Baine jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Provenza looks to score with a jab to the body but Baine is just out of range.
A countering left hand to the body from Baine misses.
Silvio Provenza seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Baine looks to land a left hand but Provenza moved out of range nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Provenza lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Some wild striking there from Baine.
A left lands for Baine.#T1#
Provenza throws a hook to the side of Baine's head but Baine sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
It seemed like Baine was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Provenza takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Provenza bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#TD#
Provenza looking to score a takedown here. Baine is defending well but Provenza drives through and ends up in Baine's guard.#ES2#
Baine uses the cage to get back to his feet.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Provenza here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Provenza doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Provenza takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Baine lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Provenza has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Provenza and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Provenza misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Matthew Baine seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Provenza fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Baine manages to avoid it.
Silvio Provenza is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Baine shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #T2#
Provenza keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Baine.
Provenza misses the body punch
and Baine counters with a straight right hand.#CL#
Provenza has closed the distance and engaged Baine in a clinch.
Provenza is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Baine gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.#BC#
Provenza manages to break the clinch.
Provenza uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Baine.
Baine misses with a double jab #TD#
and Provenza counters with a nice double leg into side control. Baine won't be happy with that.
Provenza postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Provenza tries to advance to mount but can't. #SUB#
Provenza working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T3#
Provenza throws an elbow but Baine slips to the side and avoids it well.#SUB#
Provenza tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Provenza has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB#
Provenza is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Baine is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Baine parries the strikes from Provenza easily there. Provenza is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Baine to escape.
Silvio Provenza is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Provenza working away.
Baine is trying to escape the position but Provenza is controlling the position.
Baine is trying to get back to half guard.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Provenza controlling the position from side mount.
Baine struggling a bit here.
Provenza is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Baine will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Matthew Baine has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A bit of a lull in the action here.

And that's the end of the fight!
Silvio Provenza showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Provenza, 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 Shirou Masuda scores the fight 30:27
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 30:27
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Silvio Provenza!
Silvio Provenza bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: KAMIKAZE 70: New Year
Date: Jan 05, 2018

#R1#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Provenza.
Jackson scores with a nice right hand.
Provenza ducks under a wild hook from Jackson.
We've been told by Jackson's head coaches at RWB GYM that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Jackson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Provenza was well out of range. Poor timing from Jackson.
Jackson connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Jackson throws a big shot that misses.
Jackson misses with a body punch
enabling Provenza to counter with a crisp jab.
Provenza shoots in and drives through. Jackson sprawls well.#TD2#
Provenza looking to score a takedown here. Jackson is defending well but Provenza drives through and ends up in Jackson's guard.#SUB2#
Provenza drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Jackson dives on top into guard.#REVR#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Provenza bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Jackson's guard. #REVB#
Jackson is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Provenza landing with the ground and pound. #T1#
Provenza looking to pass the guard.
Jackson lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Jackson wants to stand but Provenza is controlling his posture from full guard. #SU#
Jackson stands up and waves to Provenza to follow him.
Jackson pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Provenza cracks Jackson with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#TD2#
Provenza shoots in and bounces Jackson off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Provenza accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T2#
Provenza stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Jackson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Jackson manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Provenza manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Provenza has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Provenza is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Jackson wants to stand but Provenza is controlling his posture from full guard.
Provenza not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Jackson has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Jackson tries to stand but Provenza is controlling from the bottom.
Jackson wants to pass the guard but Provenza is keeping the position.
Jackson wants to stand but Provenza is controlling his posture from full guard. #T3#
Provenza wants to improve his position but instead Jackson has moved into half guard. #SUB2#
Provenza is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Jackson pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Provenza looking for submissions off his back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Provenza actively working from the bottom here.#SU#
Jackson stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being.
Provenza takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Provenza uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jackson.#T4#
Provenza lands a nice shot that snaps Jackson's head back.
Jackson lands a right hook to the body.
Jackson throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Provenza stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Provenza waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jackson.
Jackson throws a looping overhand right but Provenza ducks down to avoid it.
Jackson bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Nice uppercut there from Jackson.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A big left from Jackson misses.
Provenza misses with a takedown attempt - Jackson sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Luke Jackson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Silvio Provenza.
Jackson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Provenza.
Jackson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Provenza throws a jab when Jackson was well out of range.
Jackson thuds a left hand into Provenza's body.
Jackson displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Provenza.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Luke Jackson dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2##CL2#
Provenza moves into the clinch.
A frustrated look appears on Jackson's face as he tries to break the clinch. #BC2#
Provenza pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Provenza on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Provenza fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jackson manages to avoid it.
Provenza misses with a wild combination. #CL2#
Provenza gets a clinch.
Jackson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Provenza can do to turn this around?#BC2#
Provenza escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Provenza shoots in for a takedown but Jackson shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Provenza misses with a few strikes there.
Jackson throwing a counter right hand but Provenza manages to avoid it.
Provenza walks into a jab.
Jackson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jackson swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Silvio Provenza seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jackson lands a jab to Provenza's midsection.#T1#
Provenza uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jackson.
Jackson is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Provenza.
Provenza takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Jackson lands with an overhand left.
Provenza ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Silvio Provenza is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Provenza fails with an attempt to clinch.
Luke Jackson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Jackson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Provenza was well out of range. Poor timing from Jackson.
Provenza takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Jackson slips under a jab from Provenza.
Jackson lands a nice hook to Provenza's body. Provenza takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Jackson bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Jackson throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jackson throws out a loose jab but Provenza uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jackson just misses with a punch to the body.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Jackson.#T2#
Jackson misses with a straight right.
Jackson throws a looping overhand right but Provenza ducks down to avoid it.
Jackson throws a lazy right hand but Provenza sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Jackson misses with a body shot
and Provenza counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Jackson dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Jackson throws a hook but Provenza blocks it.
Provenza paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Jackson throws an off balance right hand #TD2#
and Provenza counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Provenza.
Provenza advances to half guard. #SUB2#
Provenza seems to be working for a kimura but Jackson defends the submission attempt.#ES#
Jackson manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Provenza keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
Provenza tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T3#
Provenza has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Jackson avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Good body shot from Provenza.
Jackson is trying to break free.#TD2#
Provenza is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Jackson can't fight it off and eventually Provenza manages to take the fight to the floor. Jackson looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Jackson is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #SUB2#
Provenza drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Jackson manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Provenza has Jackson in his guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Provenza is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Jackson tries to stand but Provenza is controlling from the bottom. #T4##SU#
Jackson stands up and waves to Provenza to follow him.
Provenza keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Provenza shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Jackson as he jumps to the side.
A quick step to the side and Jackson tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Luke Jackson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Silvio Provenza.
Jackson lands a nice shot to the body.
Jackson lands a slapping body shot.
Jackson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Provenza.
Jackson with a nice cross.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Provenza throws a right and a left that Jackson avoids nicely.
Jackson comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
A swing and a miss from Provenza.
Jackson wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Luke Jackson dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Provenza takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Jackson uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Provenza.
Jackson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Provenza was well out of range. Poor timing from Jackson.
Jackson looks to score with a jab to the body but Provenza is just out of range.
Provenza lands a glancing blow to the side of Jackson's head.
Provenza might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Provenza looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Jackson is fending him off so far but Provenza persists. Nope, Jackson circles away and we're back to standing.
Jackson cracks Provenza with a good jab.
Provenza blocks a jab.
Jackson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Provenza ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jackson moves away.
A quick step to the side and Jackson tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Provenza.
Jackson slips a jab from Provenza.
Luke Jackson is winning the standup battle so far.
Provenza walks into a jab.#T1#
Jackson scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Provenza uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jackson.
Provenza misses with a hook.
Jackson is looking to counter punch.
Jackson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Provenza moves away.
Jackson scores with a sloppy right hand. Provenza should have avoided that one.
Jackson works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#CL2#
Provenza closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC2#
Provenza escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Provenza swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Jackson.
Jackson walks into a straight right hand from Provenza.
Provenza bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Provenza uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jackson. #CL2#
Provenza closes the distance and clinches.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Provenza jumps guard but Jackson turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Luke Jackson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Silvio Provenza.
Jackson is trying to break free.#T2#
Jackson wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Jackson wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Provenza has him pressed against the cage.
Provenza prevents Jackson from breaking the clinch.
Provenza goes for a takedown attempt but Jackson pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
A slow jab from Jackson misses its intended target. #CL2#
Provenza clinches up with Jackson and pushes him back against the cage.
Provenza tries for a takedown. No joy.
Provenza changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Jackson fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Provenza takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Provenza gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Provenza shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Provenza moves away from the strike by Jackson. #CL2#
Provenza rushes Jackson and presses him up against the cage.
Provenza swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Luke Jackson is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3##BC2#
Provenza's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Provenza lands a jab to the head.
Provenza throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Jackson counters with a stiff right hand.
A slow jab from Jackson misses its intended target.
Provenza takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Jackson paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Provenza falls off balance throwing a combination
and Jackson counters with a left to the body.
Jackson pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A little jabbing left from Provenza on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Provenza rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Jackson moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A swing and a miss from Jackson.
Jackson throws a jab but it's blocked by Provenza.
Silvio Provenza has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Jackson walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Jackson missing with a left hand there. Provenza was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T4#
Jackson throws a hook to the side of Provenza's head but Provenza sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Jackson thows a left - swing and a miss!
A looping hook to the body misses from Jackson. Provenza does a little dance to reset his feet.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Provenza keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Provenza scores with a jab to the head.
Jackson stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Jackson fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Provenza looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Provenza takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Provenza takes a swing at Jackson's ribcage but misses.
Jackson throws a body punch but Provenza moves out of range.
Provenza throws a right hand that misses
and Jackson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Jackson changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Jackson misses with a wild body shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
Luke Jackson showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Jackson, 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 Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 30:27
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Luke Jackson!
A very excited looking Luke Jackson rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.

Event: MMAHelsinki - 129
Date: Jun 26, 2017

#R1#
Provenza takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Dog Iii misses with an attempted mid kick.
Provenza with a poor takedown
and Dog Iii counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Dog Iii scores with a hook.
Dog Iii cracks Provenza with a good jab.
Provenza ducks under a wild hook from Dog Iii.
Dog Iii throws a body kick, spinning off balance
letting Provenza counter with a right hand.
Dog Iii slips under a jab.
Dog Iii throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Provenza on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Dog Iii. Dog Iii obviously looking to wear him down.
Dog Iii throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Provenza sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Dog Iii misses with a head kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A low kick from Dog Iii misses #TD2#
and Provenza counters with a shoot takedown. Dog Iii fights it but they end up in guard.
Dog Iii seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Provenza in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Dog Iii pulls Provenza in to control the position.
Dog Iii is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Provenza in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T1#
Dog Iii working a defensive guard here.
Dog Iii has momentary wrist control but Provenza slips an elbow through the middle.
Provenza stopping the sweep attempt from Dog Iii.
Dog Iii keeping full guard, as Provenza tries to pass.
Provenza working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Provenza postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Provenza accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Provenza working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Dog Iii's head.
Dog Iii controls Provenza momentarily but Provenza frees himself.
Dog Iii has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #SUB2#
Provenza thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #T2#
Dog Iii wants to sweep here but Provenza controlling him for the moment.
Provenza has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Provenza trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Provenza postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Provenza lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Provenza pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dog Iii is keeping the position for now.
Dog Iii managing to control the position.
Dog Iii is trying to keep Provenza in close. #T3#
Provenza missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Dog Iii has his hands on Provenza's head, controlling the position.
Provenza won't allow Dog Iii to sweep him here.
Dog Iii avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Dog Iii pulls Provenza in close to prevent any damage.
Dog Iii wants to sweep but no luck.
Provenza with a flurry of punches that miss.
Provenza throwing strikes from guard but Dog Iii blocks nicely.
Dog Iii looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Provenza is fighting to break Dog Iii's control of his arms but Dog Iii is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Provenza throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Dog Iii works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Dog Iii is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Provenza with a flurry of punches that miss.
Provenza passes Dog Iii's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Nice strikes from Provenza there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Provenza is pressing down on Dog Iii's thigh, looking to free his foot. Dog Iii is holding on for now.
Provenza throwing shots but Dog Iii is blocking nicely.
Dog Iii is controlling Provenza's trapped leg to prevent Provenza from advancing to side control.
Dog Iii avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Provenza.
Provenza missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Dog Iii makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Dog Iii.
Dog Iii manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Provenza manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Provenza lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Silvio Provenza dominated that round.
That's time! Dog Iii's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Dog Iii steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Provenza.
It looked like Dog Iii wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Dog Iii thuds his right hand into Provenza's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Provenza throws out a powerful jab.
Provenza takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Dog Iii lands a really nice looking cross but Provenza seems unphased.
Provenza goes for a double leg but Dog Iii avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Dog Iii continues to drive forward.
Provenza throws a poor cross that misses
and Dog Iii counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Provenza misses with a wild body shot.
Dog Iii appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.#TD2#
Provenza shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Provenza was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
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!
Provenza working away.#SUB2#
Provenza tries for a kimura but Dog Iii is defending well.
Dog Iii wants to control but Provenza postures up.#T1#
Dog Iii tries to bench press Provenza off him but Provenza keeps the position.
Dog Iii wants to control but Provenza postures up.
Dog Iii parries the strikes from Provenza easily there. Provenza is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Dog Iii to escape.
Provenza throws an elbow but Dog Iii slips to the side and avoids it well.
The strikes coming from Provenza are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Dog Iii tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Provenza wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB2#
Provenza tries for a kimura but Dog Iii is defending well.
Dog Iii sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Provenza thows a huge punch but Dog Iii dodges it nicely.
Dog Iii is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Dog Iii is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Provenza's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Provenza's back!
Provenza tries to escape but Dog Iii has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T2#
A bit of a pause in the action here. Dog Iii controlling the positon.
Provenza manages to reverse the position and now he's in Dog Iii's guard. Nice work there by Provenza.
Provenza connects with a couple of short punches.
Provenza working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Dog Iii's head.
Provenza preventing the sweep.
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!
Provenza pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dog Iii is keeping the position for now.
Provenza trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Provenza has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Dog Iii is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB2#
Provenza thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Dog Iii working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Provenza.
Dog Iii pulls Provenza in to control the position. #T3#
Dog Iii looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Provenza throwing strikes but missing. #SUB2#
Provenza drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Dog Iii dives on top into guard.#REVR#
Dog Iii trying to control but Provenza is working from the bottom.
Dog Iii is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB2#
Dog Iii is sitting in close to Provenza's body. Provenza has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Dog Iii is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Dog Iii is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Provenza.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:51 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Silvio Provenza!
Silvio Provenza bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: MMAHelsinki - 125
Date: Jun 11, 2017

#R1##TD#
Kalashnikov scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Kalashnikov working away.
Provenza is looking to regain half guard here but Kalashnikov keeps moving and retains side control.
A lull in the action here as Kalashnikov stalls from top position.
Kalashnikov scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Provenza to see if he's OK.#SUB#
Kalashnikov tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Kalashnikov has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Provenza gets back to half guard.
Kalashnikov controlling the action here.
Provenza is trying to maintain the position but Kalashnikov is very close to passing his half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalashnikov working Provenza over with strikes. #SUB#
Kalashnikov is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Nice strikes from Kalashnikov there. #T1#
Kalashnikov looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Provenza trying to hold on to Kalashnikov's head to control him but Kalashnikov postures up.
Kalashnikov lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Kalashnikov lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Kalashnikov connects with a nice short shot to Provenza's temple. #SUB#
Kalashnikov is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Provenza defends it well.
Provenza taking some punishment here, with Kalashnikov in his half guard.
Kalashnikov lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Provenza flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Provenza throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Provenza moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Provenza keeping moving, preventing Kalashnikov from controlling successfully.
Kalashnikov has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#T2#
Provenza wants to sweep here but Kalashnikov controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Provenza looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Kalashnikov postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Kalashnikov cracks Provenza with a solid left hand.
Kalashnikov content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Kalashnikov with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#SUB#
Kalashnikov drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Kalashnikov jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Provenza looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kalashnikov is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Provenza working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Kalashnikov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Kalashnikov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kalashnikov trying to control the position from guard on top but Provenza is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kalashnikov cracks Provenza with a solid left hand.#T3#
Provenza is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Kalashnikov scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#SUB2#
Provenza looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Kalashnikov keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Provenza's head.
Provenza working a defensive guard here.
Kalashnikov keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Provenza's head.
Kalashnikov tries to free his leg and advance position but Provenza is retaining full guard.
Kalashnikov content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Kalashnikov lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Kalashnikov postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Kalashnikov slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Kalashnikov looks up at the clock and then as Provenza takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Kalashnikov smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Kalashnikov works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Provenza is looking for a sweep.#T4#
Kalashnikov lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Provenza down.
Kalashnikov cracks Provenza with a big right hand but Provenza just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Provenza gets back to half guard.
Kalashnikov landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Provenza is trying to get back to full guard.
Kalashnikov is trying to control. Provenza wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Provenza wants to get back to full guard.
Kalashnikov is trying to control the action in half guard but Provenza is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Kalashnikov seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Kalashnikov trying to control from half guard but Provenza is working away.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kalashnikov working over Provenza with some ground and pound. Provenza looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Kalashnikov wants to pass to mount but Provenza is defending the position.
Provenza is not content to let Kalashnikov control the position.#SUB#
Kalashnikov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Provenza doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Kalashnikov.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mikhail Kalashnikov 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#
Provenza is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kalashnikov.
Provenza leaves Kalashnikov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Silvio Provenza is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
The crowd cheers as Provenza lands an impressive looking overhand right. Kalashnikov doesn't seem phased though.
Provenza looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Kalashnikov is fending him off so far but Provenza persists. Nope, Kalashnikov circles away and we're back to standing.
Kalashnikov appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Kalashnikov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#TD#
Kalashnikov fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Provenza sprawls well initially but Kalashnikov persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Provenza is looking for a sweep. Kalashnikov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Kalashnikov looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Kalashnikov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Provenza can do to turn this around?
Kalashnikov looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Provenza with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #T1#
Provenza wants to improve his position but Kalashnikov is controlling well. #SUB2#
Provenza actively working from the bottom here.
Kalashnikov controlling the pace.
Kalashnikov is trying to control the action in half guard but Provenza is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Provenza looking for submissions off his back.
Provenza is looking to improve his position.
Provenza on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #SUB#
Kalashnikov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Provenza wants to improve his position but Kalashnikov is controlling well. #SUB#
Kalashnikov is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #T2#
Provenza tries to get to full guard but Kalashnikov has control of the leg.
Kalashnikov working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. #SUB#
Kalashnikov is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Provenza sees it coming and defends easily.
Provenza is staying active underneath Kalashnikov, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Kalashnikov prevents Provenza from improving his position.
Kalashnikov scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Kalashnikov is trying to control. Provenza wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Provenza is looking to escape.
Provenza is refusing to be controlled, as Kalashnikov sits in half guard.
Provenza is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Kalashnikov scores with a couple of nice shots.
Kalashnikov controlling the action here.#T3#
Kalashnikov lands with a punch from half guard.
Provenza is refusing to be controlled, as Kalashnikov sits in half guard.
Kalashnikov is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Provenza missing with punches from the bottom.
Provenza is staying active underneath Kalashnikov, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Provenza is looking for a sweep. Kalashnikov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Provenza punching from the bottom.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Kalashnikov connects with a nice short shot to Provenza's temple.
Provenza is looking for a sweep. Kalashnikov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Provenza taking some punishment here, with Kalashnikov in his half guard. #SUB2#
Provenza looking for submissions off his back.#T4#
Provenza is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Kalashnikov scores with a couple of nice shots.
Provenza makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Provenza.
Kalashnikov is working Provenza over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Kalashnikov lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Kalashnikov lands a couple of decent looking shots.#SUB2#
Provenza looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Provenza manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Kalashnikov manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Provenza trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Provenza content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kalashnikov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Provenza trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Provenza must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Provenza lands a couple of elbows.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mikhail Kalashnikov dominated that second round.
That's time! Kalashnikov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Provenza stuffs the takedown attempt from Kalashnikov. Kalashnikov gets slowly back to his feet. #TD#
Kalashnikov closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Provenza to the mat! Provenza manages to get full guard.
Kalashnikov wants to control from the top but Provenza keeps moving. #SUB2#
Provenza escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Kalashnikov gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Kalashnikov stands up over Provenza, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Kalashnikov trying to control the position from guard on top but Provenza is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kalashnikov cracks Provenza with a solid left hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalashnikov wants to control from the top but Provenza keeps moving.
Provenza throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Provenza wants to stand but Kalashnikov is controlling the position.
Mikhail Kalashnikov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Provenza looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Kalashnikov puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard. #T1#
Kalashnikov slips a nice elbow through Provenza's hands, connecting with Provenza's forehead.
Kalashnikov takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Kalashnikov sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Kalashnikov trying to control from half guard but Provenza is working away.
Provenza is trying to stand back up but Kalashnikov is controlling him
Provenza is refusing to be controlled, as Kalashnikov sits in half guard.
Kalashnikov is nestled in close to Provenza, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#SUB#
Kalashnikov is trying to work for a kimura but Provenza is defending well.
Provenza trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Kalashnikov manages to pass to mount!
Kalashnikov raining down shots from the mount!#T2#
Kalashnikov lands a heavy elbow. #ROC#
Provenza is rocked!
Kalashnikov looking to finish here with some ground and pound. He lands one big shot that has Provenza covering up... and two more big strikes land, forcing the referee to step in and put and end to proceedings! This fight is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:29 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mikhail Kalashnikov!
After winning the bout, Mikhail Kalashnikov thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: MMAHelsinki - 111
Date: Apr 15, 2017

#R1#
Provenza throws a hook to the side of Salazar's head but Salazar sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Provenza swinging wildly here.
Provenza misses with a looping right.
Salazar scores with a three punch combo!
Salazar misses with a series of wild punches. #TD#
Provenza drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Provenza wants to pass the guard but Salazar is keeping the position.
Provenza pushing down on Salazar's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB#
Provenza is working for a submission of some sort.
Salazar is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Provenza scores with a couple of nice shots.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Provenza prevents Salazar from standing back up.
Salazar has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.#T1#
Ground and pound from Provenza. #SUB2#
Salazar looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Provenza is looking for a kimura here.
Provenza is looking to pass Salazar's guard but actually Salazar recovers to full guard.
Salazar trying to strike off his back.
Provenza postures up and lands a big shot to Salazar's brow.
Provenza passes Salazar's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Salazar has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Provenza is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Provenza is working for a kimura but Salazar is defending it quite comfortably. #T2#
Salazar tries to get to full guard but Provenza has control of the leg.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Salazar trying to control here. #SUB#
Provenza wants to work for an arm triangle but Salazar is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Salazar is looking for a sweep. Provenza is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Provenza scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Salazar trying to control here.
Salazar manages to get to full guard.
Provenza throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Salazar works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T3#
Provenza works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Provenza wants to free his trapped foot but Salazar is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Salazar tries to roll over but Provenza keeps him under control.
Provenza lands with a punch from half guard.
Provenza is thwarting Salazar's attempts to control the position.
Provenza prevents Salazar from improving his position.
Salazar is pressing down on Provenza's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T4#
Provenza keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Salazar's head.
Provenza lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Provenza lands a couple of decent looking shots.#SUB2#
Provenza got a little sloppy there for a moment and Salazar has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Provenza has managed to get both his arms back between Salazar's legs - danger averted.
Salazar throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Salazar has momentary wrist control but Provenza slips an elbow through the middle.
Salazar is trying to control the position but Provenza postures up. #SUB#
Provenza drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Salazar dives on top into guard.#REVB##SUB#
Provenza is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Provenza preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB#
Provenza has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Salazar can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Salazar throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Provenza works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Silvio Provenza dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Salazar falls off balance throwing a combination #CL#
and Provenza moves into the clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Salazar. #TD#
Provenza pulls guard effortlessly.
Provenza lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Salazar throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Salazar working a defensive guard here.
Provenza prevents Salazar from getting back to his feet.
Provenza is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Provenza is pushing down on Salazar's leg trying to pass to half guard. Salazar is fighting to maintain full guard but Provenza has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB#
Provenza is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Salazar has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Provenza looking for a submission but Salazar manages to get full guard, putting an end to that submission attempt.
Provenza scoring with some ground and pound. #T1##SUB#
Provenza postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Salazar is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Provenza, into his guard. #REVB#
Salazar with a nice head shot there.
Silvio Provenza overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Salazar stands and throws Provenza's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Provenza is looking for a sweep.
Salazar wants to control but Provenza is keeping him busy.
Provenza gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #T2#
Provenza is looking to get back to is feet but Salazar passes into side control.
Provenza is trying to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Provenza takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Salazar wants to stand but Provenza has his arm trapped. #SU2#
Salazar decides to stand back up. Salazar steps back and let's Provenza get back to his feet.
Provenza will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
A left and a right from Salazar both land. Nice combination. #T3#
Salazar throws a head kick that misses. #TD#
Provenza shoots in and gets a takedown into Salazar's guard.
Provenza works over Salazar with some ground and pound from guard.
Provenza stopping the sweep attempt from Salazar.#SUB2#
Salazar working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Provenza doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Provenza manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Salazar is breathing heavily.
Salazar tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Salazar has momentary wrist control but Provenza slips an elbow through the middle.
Provenza keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Salazar's head.
Provenza working some strikes from top position.
Provenza working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #T4#
Salazar is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Provenza stands and throws Salazar's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Salazar struggling a bit here.
Provenza grinds an elbow into Salazar's temple. #ROC#
Salazar is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB#
Provenza tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Salazar manages to get back to half guard.
Provenza trying to pass the guard but Salazar defending well. #SUB#
Provenza is working for a submission of some sort.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Silvio Provenza dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Some wild striking there from Salazar.
Provenza waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Salazar.
Salazar shoots for a double leg takedown but Provenza sprawls well. He's pushed Salazar's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Provenza feinted with a counter takedown.
Provenza misses the shot to the body.
A countering left hand to the body from Salazar misses.
Salazar closes the distance looking to clinch
and Provenza makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Silvio Provenza is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Salazar throws a series of punches but Provenza moves out of range.
Salazar looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#CL2#
Salazar clinches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Provenza has Salazar pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Salazar manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #TD#
Provenza works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Provenza lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Provenza pushing down on Salazar's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Salazar trying to control but Provenza postures up.
Salazar takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Salazar is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Salazar won't allow Provenza to pass to mount. #SUB#
Provenza looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Salazar is looking for a sweep. Provenza is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Provenza stops Salazar from getting back to his feet. #SUB#
Provenza seems to be looking for submissions.
Ground and pound from Provenza. #T2#
Provenza blocks the strikes from Salazar.
Provenza looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Provenza scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Provenza looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Salazar with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Salazar is still in real trouble! Can Provenza finish him?#SUB#
Provenza is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Salazar has managed to free his arm - good work.
Provenza winds up and cracks Salazar with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #SUB#
Provenza wants to work for an arm triangle but Salazar is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Salazar is looking to improve his position.
Salazar has his hands clasped together around Provenza's back. He's all about the action.
Salazar seems to have recovered his senses.
Provenza is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Salazar can do to turn this around?
Salazar is looking for a sweep. Provenza is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T3##SUB#
Provenza is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Salazar defends it well. #SUB#
Provenza is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Salazar is looking to control Provenza's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Salazar avoid being mounted?
Provenza frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Silvio Provenza is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Salazar is flailing around like a fish out of water, trying to land strikes.
Provenza looking to control and managing it successfully.
You get the feeling that Salazar really doesn't like being in this position too much. #T4#
Salazar is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Provenza controlling from mount.
Salazar is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Salazar working to try and regain half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Provenza looking to control and managing it successfully.
Willie Salazar has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!

And that's the end of the fight!
Silvio Provenza showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Provenza, 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 Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 30:27
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 30:27
Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Silvio Provenza!
Silvio Provenza spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.

Event: MMAHelsinki - 109
Date: Apr 07, 2017

#R1#
Krustofski pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Provenza gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Krustofski.
Provenza shoots for a takedown but Krustofski saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
A punch combination from Provenza misses.
Krustofski slips a jab and a cross from Provenza.
Provenza shoots in for a double leg but Krustofski sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Krustofski throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Provenza feints the counter takedown.
Provenza misses with a body shot.
Krustofski looks to score with a jab to the body but Provenza is just out of range.
Krustofski displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Provenza.
Hyman Krustofski has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Silvio Provenza.
Krustofski scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Krustofski misses the shot to the body.
Krustofski throws a head kick that misses.
Krustofski scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Provenza takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Provenza fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#T1#
Krustofski drops his hands momentarily and Provenza takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Provenza walks into a left hand.
Provenza tries to close the distance and clinch up but Krustofski swats him away and circles back towards the center.
A little feinted left hand from Krustofski on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Krustofski connects with a good straight punch right through the guard and follows up with a right hook and a left hook! That last one sent Provenza tumbling to the canvas! Krustofski pours on the pressure with more strikes and the referee has no hesitation diving in to stop the fight! Provenza was done - good stoppage!

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

Event: MMAHelsinki - 100
Date: Feb 28, 2017

#R1#
Provenza throws a right hand that Hedman Karlsson ducks under and follows up with a left that Hedman Karlsson also avoids with ease.
Horrible takedown attempt by Provenza or perhaps it was just good defense by Hedman Karlsson, which made it look bad.
Provenza looks for a takedown but Hedman Karlsson sprawls well.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Provenza.
Hedman Karlsson lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Provenza dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
We've been told by Provenza's head coaches at The Juke Joint that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Hedman Karlsson listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Hedman Karlsson throws a right and a left that Provenza avoids nicely.
No luck for Provenza with that takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Silvio Provenza. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hedman Karlsson slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Hedman Karlsson connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Hedman Karlsson misses with a hook. Provenza ducked under it nicely.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A swing and a miss from Hedman Karlsson.#T1#
Provenza is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Provenza moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Hedman Karlsson scores with a jab to the body.
Hedman Karlsson lands a head shot.
Hedman Karlsson swings for the body but Provenza moves out of range.
Good work by Provenza as he checks the leg kick.
Provenza was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Hedman Karlsson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Provenza seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Provenza misses with a lunging right hand
and Hedman Karlsson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Provenza swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Hedman Karlsson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CL#
Provenza moves into the clinch.
Provenza wants a takedown but no success here.
Hedman Karlsson lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Provenza wants a takedown.
A short left from Hedman Karlsson.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hedman Karlsson stops a takedown attempt from Provenza.
Hedman Karlsson lands a nice knee to the body. #T2#
Hedman Karlsson scores with a hook to the body.
Provenza working hard to break the clinch.
A short uppercut from Hedman Karlsson. #BC2#
Hedman Karlsson manages to break the clinch.
Provenza changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Hedman Karlsson tries to avoid it but Provenza manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Hedman Karlsson to the ground. Hedman Karlsson escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Hedman Karlsson misses the shot to the body.
Hedman Karlsson connects with a right hand. Provenza shakes it off.
Hedman Karlsson 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.
Hedman Karlsson lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
A jab lands there for Hedman Karlsson.
Hedman Karlsson wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Provenza takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Oliver Hedman Karlsson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Provenza is defended easily by Hedman Karlsson.
It seemed like Hedman Karlsson was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Hedman Karlsson misses with an uppercut. Provenza saw that one coming.
Hedman Karlsson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Provenza was well out of range. Poor timing from Hedman Karlsson.#T3#
Hedman Karlsson is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Provenza defending well as Hedman Karlsson loads up on a big left hand.
Hedman Karlsson cracks a nice hook into Provenza's ribs.
Hedman Karlsson lunges at Provenza with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Provenza's hand.
Provenza takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Hedman Karlsson scores with a decent looking hook.#ROC2#
Provenza is rocked!
Provenza tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hedman Karlsson was well out of range. Poor timing from Provenza.
Hedman Karlsson with a nice cross.
Oh Provenza is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Provenza looks up at the clock. Bad move! Hedman Karlsson lands a right hand from hell, dropping Provenza. Hedman Karlsson pounces and finishes the fight with a flurry of punches and elbows.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Oliver Hedman Karlsson!
Oliver Hedman Karlsson took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Sully's Bar & Grill for their support in the buildup to the fight.

Event: MMAHelsinki - 95
Date: Feb 04, 2017

#R1#
The fighters circling - Provenza throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Provenza jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Provenza fails to land the takedown.
Provenza is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Diaz. #TD2#
Diaz gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Provenza to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Diaz can't keep his opponent in guard - Provenza advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB#
Diaz looking for submissions off his back.
Diaz definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Provenza lands a nice short elbow.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Provenza is trying for a kimura here. Diaz looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Provenza wins by kimura!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Silvio Provenza!
A very excited looking Silvio Provenza rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.
Nickthaniel Diaz was interviewed post fight and said 'He fought like a pussy, running from me n shit. WTF???'.

Event: MMAHelsinki - 88
Date: Jan 07, 2017

#R1#
Matsumoto scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#CL2#
Matsumoto has managed to clinch.
I was talking to Provenza's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.#TD#
Provenza has hold of one of Matsumoto's legs. Matsumoto is fighting the takedown attempt but Provenza gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Provenza looking to pass the guard.
Matsumoto is trying to control the position but Provenza postures up. #SUB#
Provenza has gone for a leg lock! Matsumoto slips out almost immediately though and dives into Provenza's guard.#REVB#
Provenza trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Provenza looking to hit a scissor sweep but Matsumoto is one step ahead there. #SUB#
Provenza looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Provenza working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Matsumoto doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Provenza is tightening it up a little... Matsumoto has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Matsumoto reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Matsumoto taps out! Nice BJJ there by Provenza!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Silvio Provenza!
Silvio Provenza decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.

Event: MMAHelsinki - 85
Date: Dec 24, 2016

#R1#
Hedman Karlsson thuds his right hand into Provenza's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Hedman Karlsson misses with a straight right.
It looked like Provenza wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Hedman Karlsson lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Oliver Hedman Karlsson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hedman Karlsson jabs Provenza right on the nose. Provenza blinks but takes it well.
Good shot there by Hedman Karlsson.
Nice straight punches there by Hedman Karlsson. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Hedman Karlsson.
Hedman Karlsson's jab looks to have found its range, popping Provenza under the eye.
Nice uppercut there from Hedman Karlsson.
Hedman Karlsson ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Nice straight punches there by Hedman Karlsson. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Hedman Karlsson.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hedman Karlsson connects with a looping right hand.
Hedman Karlsson misses with an uppercut #TD#
and Provenza counters with a shoot takedown. Hedman Karlsson fights it but they end up in guard.
Provenza missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T1#
Provenza scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Provenza trying to control the position from guard on top but Hedman Karlsson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hedman Karlsson is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Provenza 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.
Hedman Karlsson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Provenza is one step ahead there.
Provenza in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Hedman Karlsson looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Provenza showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Provenza won't allow Hedman Karlsson to sweep him here. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Provenza works over Hedman Karlsson with some ground and pound from guard.
Provenza working some strikes from top position.
Provenza preventing the sweep.
Hedman Karlsson keeping full guard, as Provenza tries to pass.
Hedman Karlsson trying to keep a closed guard but Provenza is proving a slippery customer.
Provenza throwing strikes from guard but Hedman Karlsson blocks nicely. #SUB2#
Provenza got a little sloppy there for a moment and Hedman Karlsson has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Provenza has managed to get both his arms back between Hedman Karlsson's legs - danger averted.
Provenza throwing strikes but missing.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hedman Karlsson looking for a sweep. Not yet Hedman Karlsson, not yet. #T3#
Hedman Karlsson is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Provenza is controlling him.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Hedman Karlsson wants to hit a switch here but Provenza passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Hedman Karlsson there!
Provenza thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Provenza is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Hedman Karlsson to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Hedman Karlsson shrugs it off.
Hedman Karlsson wants to control but Provenza is having none of it.
Provenza in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Hedman Karlsson is looking to improve his position but Provenza isn't that keen on the idea.
Hedman Karlsson felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.#T4#
Hedman Karlsson tries to lock up and control but Provenza gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#SUB#
Provenza has control of Hedman Karlsson's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Hedman Karlsson regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Hedman Karlsson wants to hold on but Provenza pushes him away.
Provenza raining down hammerfists from mount.
Provenza lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Hedman Karlsson is in all sorts of trouble here.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Provenza cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Provenza fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Hedman Karlsson is trying desperately to improve position.#SUB#
Provenza is working for a guillotine from mount but Hedman Karlsson frees his head quite easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Silvio Provenza dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Provenza defending well as Hedman Karlsson loads up on a big left hand.
Provenza half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Hedman Karlsson thows a left - swing and a miss!
Provenza drops down looking for a counter takedown but Hedman Karlsson sprawls and moves away.
Hedman Karlsson lands a glancing blow to the side of Provenza's head.
Provenza tries to score a power double leg takedown but Hedman Karlsson sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Provenza somewhat.
Hedman Karlsson cracks Provenza with a right hand to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A jab lands there for Hedman Karlsson.
Hedman Karlsson lands with a good body shot.
Hedman Karlsson stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Oliver Hedman Karlsson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Provenza ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Hedman Karlsson swinging wildly here.
Provenza closes the distance and clinches up with Hedman Karlsson, looking for a takedown. Provenza pushes Hedman Karlsson against the cage but Hedman Karlsson circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Hedman Karlsson cracks Provenza with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Hedman Karlsson's jab looks to have found its range, popping Provenza under the eye.
Hedman Karlsson looks to throw the jab but Provenza is out of range.
Provenza avoids the body shot from Hedman Karlsson.
Provenza was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Hedman Karlsson throws the left hand but Provenza avoids the punch easily.
Provenza has been working on his balance at England Fight Club MMA, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Hedman Karlsson.
Hedman Karlsson is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Provenza.
Provenza ducks under a wild hook from Hedman Karlsson.#T2#
Provenza gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Hedman Karlsson looks to land a right hand but Provenza moved out of range.
Provenza gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Hedman Karlsson fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
The crowd cheers as Hedman Karlsson lands an impressive looking overhand right. Provenza doesn't seem phased though.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#TD#
Provenza shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Well, if Provenza 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.
Hedman Karlsson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T3#
Provenza works his foot free and advances to mount.
Hedman Karlsson tries to reverse the position but Provenza maintains control.#SUB#
Provenza is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Hedman Karlsson can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Provenza scoring with strikes but Hedman Karlsson is staying in there. #SUB#
Provenza working for a guillotine from mount but Hedman Karlsson is in no mood to give up.
Hedman Karlsson is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
Provenza sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!#T4#
Hedman Karlsson is wriggling around trying to escape.
Hedman Karlsson holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Provenza tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
Provenza misses with a head shot.
Provenza controlling from the full mount. #SUB#
Provenza moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Hedman Karlsson has worked his arm free - good work by Hedman Karlsson!
Sloppy strikes there by Provenza.
Hedman Karlsson gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Oliver Hedman Karlsson 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. This is the final round!
#R3#
Hedman Karlsson 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.
Hedman Karlsson sizes up Provenza with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Provenza walks into a straight right hand from Hedman Karlsson.
A combination from Hedman Karlsson does no damage.
Provenza feinted with a counter takedown.
A jab from Hedman Karlsson misses.
Nice defenses there by Provenza.
Hedman Karlsson throws a looping overhand right but Provenza ducks down to avoid it.
Provenza appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Oliver Hedman Karlsson seems to be getting the better of the standup.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hedman Karlsson connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Provenza takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Hedman Karlsson loads up on a big right hand but Provenza slips the punch.#T1#
Hedman Karlsson moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Hedman Karlsson ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Provenza avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A jab lands there for Hedman Karlsson.
Hedman Karlsson clobbers Provenza with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Provenza ducks under a wild hook from Hedman Karlsson.
Provenza tries to counter with a takedown but Hedman Karlsson is quick to defend against it.
Provenza takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Hedman Karlsson scores with a sloppy right hand. Provenza should have avoided that one.
Hedman Karlsson throws an off balance right hand #TD#
and Provenza counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Hedman Karlsson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Provenza throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Silvio Provenza overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T2#
Provenza takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Hedman Karlsson wants to control but Provenza is keeping busy.
Hedman Karlsson avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Provenza.
Hedman Karlsson is looking to improve his position.
Provenza has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Provenza looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Provenza stalling away here and it's allowed Hedman Karlsson to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Hedman Karlsson keeping moving, preventing Provenza from controlling successfully.
Hedman Karlsson trying to keep a closed guard but Provenza is proving a slippery customer. #T3#
Hedman Karlsson avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Hedman Karlsson is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hedman Karlsson keeping moving, preventing Provenza from controlling successfully.
Hedman Karlsson is looking to sweep but instead, Provenza has passed into half guard.
Hedman Karlsson moves into full guard.
Provenza stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hedman Karlsson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hedman Karlsson controlling Provenza's posture. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2#
Hedman Karlsson looking for a guillotine here but Provenza defends easily.
Hedman Karlsson utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Provenza pushing down on Hedman Karlsson's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Hedman Karlsson tries to push off, looking to stand up, but Provenza manages to move to mount!
Hedman Karlsson manages to regain half guard. Good work. #SUB#
Provenza seems to be looking for submissions.
Provenza landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 28:29
Judge Marco Blurström scores the fight 28:29
Judge Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Oliver Hedman Karlsson!
Oliver Hedman Karlsson took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Sully's Bar & Grill for their support in the buildup to the fight.

Event: MMAHelsinki - 78
Date: Nov 20, 2016

#R1#
Corll lands an overhand right.
Provenza will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Provenza takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Provenza shoots and misses
and Corll counters with a right hand to the body.
Provenza tries for a takedown but Corll sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Corll looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Dean Corll has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Silvio Provenza.
Corll misses with a two punch combination.
And Provenza tries to counter it with a takedown but Corll pushes his down on his head and steps out.
A big left from Corll misses.
Corll thows a left - swing and a miss!
Provenza takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Provenza misses with a takedown
enabling Corll to counter with a crisp jab.
Provenza with a lazy takedown attempt
enabling Corll to counter with a crisp jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Corll scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Corll throws a body punch but Provenza moves out of range.
A jab from Corll finds it's way through Provenza's defenses.
Provenza takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#T1#
Corll throws the left hand but Provenza avoids the punch easily.
Corll throws a right and a left that both miss.
Corll misses with an uppercut.
Provenza is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Corll lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Provenza at a distance.
Corll's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Corll duly obliges.
Silvio Provenza seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Provenza blocks a jab.
Provenza drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Corll defends it well.
Corll throws a right and a left that Provenza avoids nicely.
Corll throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Provenza misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Corll dips to his left and cracks Provenza with an uppercut!
Provenza keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
And Provenza tries to counter it with a takedown but Corll pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Dean Corll is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Corll smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#TD2#
Corll gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Provenza to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Provenza showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Provenza wants to control from the top but Corll keeps moving.
Provenza loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Provenza trying to control but Corll is working from the bottom. #ES#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Corll manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.#BC#
Corll breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T3#
Provenza takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Provenza bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Provenza tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Provenza with a lazy takedown attempt
and Corll counters with a nice uppercut. #ROC#
Provenza is rocked!
Corll throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Provenza stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Provenza is still on wobbly legs! Can Corll finish him?
Provenza looks winded!
Corll shakes his hands by his side, trying to relax. Provenza takes his eyes off the ball for a moment - Corll sees the opportunity and cracks him with a massive hook! Provenza bends double and collapses on top of himself - he's out! The crowd are going absolutely nuts! Wow, what a knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Dean Corll!

Event: MMAHelsinki - 71
Date: Oct 20, 2016

#R1##TD#
Provenza dives in and scores a takedown into Paez's guard.#SUB2#
Provenza got a little sloppy there for a moment and Paez has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Provenza has managed to get both his arms back between Paez's legs - danger averted.
Paez is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Provenza controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB2#
Paez is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Provenza is aware though and is defending well.
Provenza pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Paez is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Provenza got a little sloppy there for a moment and Paez has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Provenza has managed to get both his arms back between Paez's legs - danger averted.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Paez looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Provenza trying to control but Paez is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Paez has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Provenza can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Paez looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Provenza advances to half guard. #T1#
Provenza has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
We've been hearing that Provenza has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.#SUB#
Provenza has hold of Paez's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Paez manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Paez is looking to improve his position but Provenza isn't that keen on the idea.
Paez is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Provenza can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Paez is looking to escape. #SUB#
Provenza looking for a guillotine from mount but Paez is having none of it.
Paez wants to hold on but Provenza pushes him away.
Paez is looking to improve his position but Provenza isn't that keen on the idea.
Provenza avoids the attempt from Paez to control.#T2#
Provenza is looking to work his way around to Paez's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Paez is trying to escape the mount. #SUB#
Provenza working for a submission but Paez is keeping him at bay.
Paez really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Provenza is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Paez to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Paez shrugs it off.
Paez keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Paez is still trying to improve position.
Provenza controlling his opponent.
Provenza tries to control but Paez wriggling away. #T3#
Paez has given up his back - I don’t know if this is a deliberate ploy to try and escape or if he is just struggling down there. #SUB#
Paez preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Provenza.
Paez trying to control the position but Provenza manages to sink in the hooks.
Provenza controls the action.
Paez trying to control the action but Provenza just sinks the hooks in. #SUB#
Provenza is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Paez defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Provenza keeps control of the position easily here as Paez tries to buck him off. #T4##SUB#
Provenza is looking for the choke from the back position but Paez is controlling his hands well.
Paez manages to reverse the position and now he's in Provenza's guard. Nice work there by Paez. #SUB2#
Paez postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Provenza is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Paez, into his guard. #REVR#
Paez looking to control.
Provenza advances position into side control!
You can see the frustration on Paez's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB#
Provenza working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
You can see the frustration on Paez's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Silvio Provenza dominated that round.
That's time! Provenza's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2##TD#
Provenza fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Paez to the ground. Provenza is now in Paez's guard.#SUB2#
Paez working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Provenza doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Provenza manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Provenza trying to control but Paez is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Paez working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Provenza doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Provenza manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Paez can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Provenza controls the pace.
Provenza pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Paez is keeping the position for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Provenza works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Provenza has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Provenza tries to control but Paez wriggling away. #T1#
Paez can't escape the position.
Provenza mounts Paez! Really nice guard pass there!
Paez keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Provenza tries to control but Paez wriggling away.
Provenza fails to advance to Paez's back.
Paez is in all sorts of trouble here.
Paez is squirming around, avoiding Provenza's attempts to control the action.
Provenza avoids the attempt from Paez to control.#T2#
Paez is working to get back to half guard. #SUB#
Provenza looking for a guillotine from mount but Paez is having none of it.
Provenza controlling from mount.
Provenza looking to control but Paez is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #SUB#
Provenza is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Paez can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Provenza fails to take his opponent's back.
Paez tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Provenza can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Paez is looking to escape.
Provenza takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T3#
Provenza trying to control but Paez is having none of it.
Provenza is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Paez is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Provenza wants to take Paez's back here but Paez is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Silvio Provenza overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Paez working to try and regain half guard. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Provenza tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Paez is in all sorts of trouble here.
Paez regains half guard.
Provenza is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Provenza trying to control the action but Paez is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Paez looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Provenza is keen to just control but Paez is a slippery customer.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Paez actively working from the bottom here.
Well, if Provenza 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.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Silvio Provenza dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3##TD#
Provenza shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Paez is trying to defend but Provenza finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Provenza is trying to control the action in half guard but Paez is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Provenza is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Paez can do to turn this around?
Provenza is thwarting Paez's attempts to control the position.
Provenza is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Provenza content just to control the position here.
Paez stops Provenza from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Paez is squirming around, avoiding Provenza's attempts to control the action. #T1##SUB#
Provenza wants to finish this one by submission but Paez is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Provenza.
Paez regains half guard.
Paez gets full guard.
Provenza stays in close to Paez's body and controls the position.
Provenza tries to free his leg and advance position but Paez is retaining full guard.
Provenza is pushing down on Paez's leg trying to pass to half guard. Paez is fighting to maintain full guard but Provenza has managed to sneak the leg through.
Provenza passes the guard and advances to mount!
Provenza fails to take his opponent's back.
Paez tries to reverse the position but Provenza maintains control.#T2#
Provenza controlling from the full mount.
Provenza can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Paez is looking to escape.
Paez working to try and regain half guard. #SUB#
Provenza has hold of Paez's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Paez manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Paez is trying desperately to improve position.
Paez gets back to half guard.
Paez is trying to control but can't. #SUB2#
Paez looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Well, if Provenza 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. #T3#
Provenza wants to pass to mount but Paez is defending the position. #SUB2#
Paez is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Provenza pulls his head out easily.
Paez is in trouble now - Provenza has advanced to mount!
Paez tries to get back to half guard but can't. #SUB#
Provenza jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Paez manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Provenza content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. #SUB#
Provenza is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Paez knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T4#
Paez tries to buck Provenza off but Provenza is having none of it.
Provenza is looking to take a break and control but Paez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Paez tries to buck Provenza off but Provenza is having none of it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Paez wants to control but Provenza postures up.
Paez Paez has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Paez tries to strike from the bottom but misses.

And that's the end of the fight!
Silvio Provenza showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Provenza 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 Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 30:27
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight 30:27
Judge Marco Blurström scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Silvio Provenza!
Silvio Provenza bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: MMAHelsinki - 62
Date: Sep 20, 2016

#R1##TD2#
Wallace fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Provenza sprawls well initially but Wallace persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Wallace is looking to take a break and control but Provenza is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Provenza is trying to maintain the position but Wallace is very close to passing his half guard.
Provenza tries to get to full guard but Wallace has control of the leg.
Wallace working the head and body with strikes.
Provenza gets back to full guard.
Provenza looking for a sweep. Not yet Provenza, not yet.
Wallace throws an elbow that misses. Provenza uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Wallace's guard. Nice move by Provenza!#REVR#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Provenza drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Wallace dives on top into guard.#REVB#
Provenza wants to sweep but no luck.
Wallace trying to control the position from guard on top but Provenza is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Wallace is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Wallace postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Wallace wants to control from the top but Provenza keeps moving.
Wallace landing with the ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Provenza has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Wallace can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Wallace trying to control but Provenza is working from the bottom.
Provenza controls Wallace momentarily but Wallace frees himself. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Provenza has momentary wrist control but Wallace slips an elbow through the middle.#SUB#
Provenza is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Wallace scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Wallace trying to control the position from guard on top but Provenza is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Provenza seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Wallace content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Wallace missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Wallace chips away with some ground and pound.
Wallace throws a big right hand that misses. #SUB#
Provenza has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Wallace can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Wallace not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Provenza controls Wallace momentarily but Wallace frees himself. #T3#
Provenza trying to control the position here.
Wallace scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Wallace wants to control from the top but Provenza keeps moving.
Wallace stands up over Provenza, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Wallace scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Provenza keeping moving, preventing Wallace from controlling successfully. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Wallace landing with the ground and pound.
Wallace trying to control but Provenza is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Provenza looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Wallace keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Provenza's head.
Wallace throws a big elbow that misses.
Wallace throws a big right hand that misses.
Provenza working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Wallace.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Wallace landing with the ground and pound.
Provenza is adopting a defensive guard.
Wallace advances to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lee Wallace dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Wallace shoots for a takedown but Provenza saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Wallace shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#TD#
Provenza gets a double leg takedown into Wallace's guard.
Provenza throws a strike but Wallace rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Provenza controls Wallace momentarily but Wallace frees himself.
Provenza keeping moving, preventing Wallace from controlling successfully.
Wallace working some strikes from top position.
Wallace makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wallace pushing down on Provenza's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Wallace is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Wallace tries to pass the half guard into mount. Provenza knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T1#
Wallace is trying to control. Provenza wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Provenza keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Provenza trying to control here.
Wallace throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Provenza is looking to improve his position.
Wallace seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Wallace scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Wallace drops an elbow to the side of Provenza's head.
Provenza wants to control but Wallace is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Provenza looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Wallace connects with a nice short shot to Provenza's temple. #T2#
Wallace prevents Provenza from improving his position.
Wallace working the head and body with strikes.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Wallace landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Wallace lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Provenza is staying active underneath Wallace, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Lee Wallace has got the better of the ground game so far.
Wallace is nestled in close to Provenza, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Wallace lands with a punch from half guard. #SUB#
Provenza looking for submissions off his back.
Wallace scoring with strikes to the body and head. #ROC2#
Provenza is rocked!#T3#
Wallace lands a massive shot from half guard that has rocked Provenza! More strikes land and this one is all over! Wallace jumps to his feet and is applauded loudly by the crowd!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:22 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lee Wallace!
Lee Wallace thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: MMAHelsinki - 56
Date: Aug 21, 2016

#R1##TD2#
Provenza gets a double leg takedown into Grabonzo's guard.
Grabonzo might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB#
Provenza avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB#
Grabonzo is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Provenza defends well.#SUB#
Grabonzo escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Provenza gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Grabonzo has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Provenza can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Provenza is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Provenza loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Grabonzo keeping moving, preventing Provenza from controlling successfully. #T1#
Grabonzo avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Provenza must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Provenza throwing strikes but missing.
Provenza missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #SUB#
Grabonzo has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Provenza can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Grabonzo utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #SUB#
Grabonzo looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Provenza throwing strikes from guard but Grabonzo blocks nicely.
Grabonzo utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Provenza won't allow Grabonzo to sweep him here. #T2#
Provenza loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Grabonzo looking for a guillotine here but Provenza defends easily.
Provenza wants to pass the guard but Grabonzo is keeping the position.#SUB#
Grabonzo had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Provenza defends it easily.
Provenza throwing strikes from guard but Grabonzo blocks nicely. #SUB#
Grabonzo is looking for a triangle here but Provenza uses the submission attempt to pass into side control. #SUB2#
Provenza thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T3#
Grabonzo tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Provenza wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
My spies in Woodhouse's inform me that Provenza has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SUB2#
Provenza is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Grabonzo knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Provenza misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Grabonzo manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Provenza trying to mount his opponent but Grabonzo defends it.
Provenza throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Provenza sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Grabonzo defending well though. #SUB#
Grabonzo looking for submissions off his back.#T4##SUB2#
Provenza is looking for a kimura but Grabonzo is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Provenza to get the leverage.
Grabonzo slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Provenza pushes down on Grabonzo's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Grabonzo slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB#
Grabonzo escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Provenza gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Provenza pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Grabonzo is keeping the position for now.
Provenza working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Silvio Provenza dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Grabonzo displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Provenza.
Grabonzo throwing a counter right hand but Provenza manages to avoid it.
Provenza tries to close the distance and clinch but Grabonzo swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
No luck for Provenza with that takedown attempt.
Grabonzo swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches. #TD2#
Provenza looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Provenza missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Grabonzo is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Provenza pulls his head out easily.
Grabonzo slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Provenza trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T1##SUB#
Grabonzo looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB#
Grabonzo isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Provenza stacks Grabonzo on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Provenza!
Provenza tries to advance to mount but Grabonzo denies him.
Grabonzo tries to improve position but can't.
Provenza working away.#SUB2#
Provenza swings around for an armbar but Grabonzo sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Provenza's guard.
Grabonzo trying to control the position from guard on top but Provenza is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Provenza is trying to keep Grabonzo in close.
Grabonzo wants to pass the guard but Provenza is keeping the position.#T2#
Grabonzo passes Provenza's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Grabonzo is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Provenza sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Provenza looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Grabonzo is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Provenza doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Grabonzo.
Provenza keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Grabonzo scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Grabonzo prevents Provenza from improving his position.
Silvio Provenza has got the better of the ground game so far.#T3#
Provenza is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Grabonzo's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Grabonzo's back!
Grabonzo tries to escape but Provenza has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Provenza misses with a punch to the head.
Grabonzo tries to break free. #SUB2#
Grabonzo is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Provenza gets his way!
Provenza cracks Grabonzo with a big shot to body and one to the head - really punishing Grabonzo from the back mount here, looking to soften him up. #SUB2#
Provenza working for a choke but Grabonzo is defending well.
Grabonzo covering up well and avoiding damage. #T4##SUB2#
Provenza looking for the RNC.
Grabonzo trying to control the action but Provenza just sinks the hooks in. #SUB2#
Provenza looking for the choke from the back. #SUB2#
Provenza is working for the choke. I would put my money on him to finish from this position. He's rolled onto his back and has dragged Grabonzo with him. Grabonzo is trying to defend but Provenza has an arm under the chin now! Grabonzo grimaces and is forced to tap out!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:42 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Silvio Provenza!
Silvio Provenza thanked the fans post fight for their support.
Alfonso Grabonzo spoke after the fight, saying 'I'll be back stronger then ever. Lots of respect to my opponent he deserves the win. To myfans thank you for the support '.

Event: The Island Season 5, 170 lbs, Round 3
Date: Jul 15, 2016

#R1#
Provenza looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Sammalkorpi is fending him off so far but Provenza persists. Nope, Sammalkorpi circles away and we're back to standing.
No luck for Sammalkorpi with that takedown attempt. #TD2#
Sammalkorpi gets a takedown into half guard.
Sammalkorpi throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Sammalkorpi drops an elbow to the side of Provenza's head.
Provenza tries to roll over but Sammalkorpi keeps him under control.
Sammalkorpi is trying to control. Provenza wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Sammalkorpi looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sammalkorpi takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Sammalkorpi is nestled in close to Provenza, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Provenza is staying active underneath Sammalkorpi, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Provenza is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Sammalkorpi working over Provenza with some ground and pound. Provenza looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#T1#
Provenza is looking to control Sammalkorpi's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Provenza avoid being mounted?#SUB#
Provenza actively working from the bottom here.
Provenza is looking for a sweep. Sammalkorpi is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Sammalkorpi missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Provenza is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Sammalkorpi pulls his head out easily.
Sammalkorpi landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Provenza avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Sammalkorpi.
Sammalkorpi is thwarting Provenza's attempts to control the position.
Sammalkorpi is keen to just control but Provenza is a slippery customer.#SUB2#
Sammalkorpi is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Provenza sees it coming and defends easily.
Sammalkorpi looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#T2#
Provenza on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Provenza is looking for a sweep. Sammalkorpi is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Sammalkorpi is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Provenza has managed to free his arm - good work.
Sammalkorpi missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Provenza is trying to maintain the position but Sammalkorpi is very close to passing his half guard.
Sammalkorpi wants to free his trapped foot but Provenza is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Provenza gets back to full guard.
Sammalkorpi throws a big elbow that misses.
Sammalkorpi working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #T3#
Sammalkorpi controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Sammalkorpi accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Sammalkorpi with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#SUB#
Provenza looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Provenza trying to keep a closed guard but Sammalkorpi is proving a slippery customer.
Sammalkorpi wants to control from the top but Provenza keeps moving.
Sammalkorpi lands a couple of digs.#T4#
Sammalkorpi stays in close to Provenza's body and controls the position.
Sammalkorpi must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Sammalkorpi trying to control the position from guard on top but Provenza is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Provenza looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Provenza is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Sammalkorpi cracks Provenza with a solid left hand.#SUB2#
Sammalkorpi 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.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sammalkorpi landing some decent shots from guard.
Sammalkorpi works over Provenza with some ground and pound from guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tapio Sammalkorpi dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Sammalkorpi shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Provenza as he avoids it easily.
Sammalkorpi shoots in but no luck this time. #TD2#
Provenza gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Provenza looking to hit a scissor sweep but Sammalkorpi is one step ahead there.
Provenza keeping moving, preventing Sammalkorpi from controlling successfully.
Sammalkorpi lands a couple of digs.
Provenza working a defensive guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Provenza looking to hit a scissor sweep but Sammalkorpi is one step ahead there.
Sammalkorpi postures up and lands a big shot to Provenza's brow. #T1#
Sammalkorpi stopping the sweep attempt from Provenza.
Provenza lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Sammalkorpi is looking for a triangle here but Provenza uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Provenza is looking to take a break and control but Sammalkorpi is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Provenza wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Sammalkorpi, who protects the arm well.
Provenza tries to land with some ground and pound but misses. #SUB#
Provenza is trying to get an arm triangle but Sammalkorpi is defending well.
Sammalkorpi sneaks back into half guard.#T2#
Sammalkorpi is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Provenza jumps into side control!
Sammalkorpi prevents Provenza from moving into mount.
Sammalkorpi is looking for a sweep.
Sammalkorpi is still trying to improve position.
Sammalkorpi has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB#
Provenza is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Sammalkorpi is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Sammalkorpi tries to buck Provenza off but Provenza is having none of it.
Sammalkorpi sneaks back into half guard.#T3#
Sammalkorpi is looking to improve his position. #SUB2#
Sammalkorpi looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Sammalkorpi looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Provenza content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Sammalkorpi is not content to let Provenza control the position.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Sammalkorpi is trying to get back to full guard.
Sammalkorpi blocking the ground and pound attempt from Provenza.
Sammalkorpi gets back to full guard.
Provenza passes Sammalkorpi's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Provenza prevents Sammalkorpi from improving his position.
Provenza not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Provenza looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Sammalkorpi wants to improve his position but Provenza is controlling well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Silvio Provenza dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Sammalkorpi shoots for a takedown but Provenza saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Sammalkorpi tries to score a power double leg takedown but Provenza sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Sammalkorpi somewhat.
Provenza fails with a takedown attempt. #TD2#
Sammalkorpi scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#SUB2#
Sammalkorpi looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Sammalkorpi working the ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A bit of a lull in the action here.#SUB2#
Sammalkorpi working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Provenza tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T1#
Provenza regains half guard.
Provenza gets back to full guard.
Sammalkorpi wants to control from the top but Provenza keeps moving.
Sammalkorpi is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Sammalkorpi distracts Provenza with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Tapio Sammalkorpi has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB#
Provenza had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Sammalkorpi defends it easily.
Provenza is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR##SUB#
Provenza is working for a submission of some sort. #T2##SUB#
Provenza seems to be looking for submissions.
Sammalkorpi wants to improve his position but Provenza is controlling well. #SUB#
Provenza is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Sammalkorpi works his way to full guard. Good work.#T3#
Sammalkorpi avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Sammalkorpi has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Provenza is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Sammalkorpi.
Sammalkorpi is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Provenza's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Provenza thows a huge punch but Sammalkorpi dodges it nicely.
Sammalkorpi is looking to control Provenza's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Sammalkorpi avoid being mounted?
Sammalkorpi is not content to let Provenza control the position.#SUB#
Sammalkorpi is defending against the submission attempts here by Provenza.
Provenza thows a huge punch but Sammalkorpi dodges it nicely. #T4#
Sammalkorpi tries to get to full guard but Provenza has control of the leg.
Provenza thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Sammalkorpi's head.
Sammalkorpi is looking to improve his position.
Sammalkorpi makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Sammalkorpi.#SUB2#
Sammalkorpi is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Provenza is aware though and is defending well.
Tapio Sammalkorpi is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Provenza lands a couple of digs.
Sammalkorpi controlling Provenza's posture. #SUB2#
Sammalkorpi is active off his back here, looking for submissions.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Tapio Sammalkorpi.
I think Sammalkorpi has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.

Judge Sandra Marshall scores the fight for Tapio Sammalkorpi!
Judge Michael Johnstone scores the fight for Tapio Sammalkorpi!
Judge David Hoff scores the fight for Tapio Sammalkorpi!

Tapio Sammalkorpi wins by unanimous decision!
Tapio Sammalkorpi seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: The Island Season 5, 170 lbs, Round 2
Date: Jul 14, 2016

#R1##TD#
Provenza gets a takedown into half guard.
Provenza prevents Henry from improving his position.
Provenza is thwarting Henry 's attempts to control the position.
Provenza throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Provenza throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Henry has his hands clasped together around Provenza's back. He's all about the action.
Henry is looking to control Provenza's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Henry avoid being mounted?
Henry avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Provenza.
Provenza has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Provenza is keen to just control but Henry is a slippery customer.
Henry blocking the ground and pound attempt from Provenza.
Provenza thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Henry 's head.
Provenza throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Henry keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Henry controlling the position for now.
Henry wants to improve his position but Provenza is controlling well. #T1#
Henry keeps trying to improve his position.
Henry trying to control from the bottom.
Provenza not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Henry is refusing to be controlled, as Provenza sits in half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Henry manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Henry is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Provenza stopping the sweep attempt from Henry .
Provenza with a flurry of punches that miss.
Henry trying to control the position here.
Henry looking for a sweep. Not yet Henry , not yet.
Henry trying to control the position.
Provenza sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Henry 's guard.
Henry has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Henry is looking to improve his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Provenza throwing shots but Henry is blocking nicely.
Henry tries to roll over but Provenza keeps him under control.
Henry trying to control from the bottom.
Henry is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Provenza sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Henry defending well though.
Provenza missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Henry keeping hold of Provenza's head, controlling as best he can.
Provenza throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Henry is looking to control Provenza's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Henry avoid being mounted?
Provenza throwing shots but Henry is blocking nicely.
Provenza is looking to take a break and control but Henry is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Provenza not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T3#
Provenza trying to mount his opponent but Henry defends it.
Henry is looking to control Provenza's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Henry avoid being mounted?
Provenza throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Henry preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Henry trying to control here.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Provenza in particular looking to stall.
Provenza thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Henry 's head.
Henry blocking the ground and pound attempt from Provenza.
Henry controlling the position for now.
Provenza sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Henry defending well though. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Provenza throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Henry is trying to get back to full guard.
Provenza missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Provenza takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Henry tries to get to full guard but Provenza has control of the leg.
Henry is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Henry slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Henry looking for a sweep. Not yet Henry , not yet.
Henry not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Provenza wants to control from the top but Henry keeps moving.
Provenza trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Henry working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Provenza.
Provenza postures up.
Henry looking to hit a scissor sweep but Provenza is one step ahead there.
Provenza throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Silvio Provenza dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2##TD#
Provenza drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Henry is trying to control Provenza's posture but Provenza avoids it.
Henry gets back to half guard.
Henry has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Provenza is working away from the top position though.
Henry makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Henry .
Henry is trying to keep Provenza in close.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Henry has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Provenza can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Henry looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Henry trying to control the position. #T1#
Provenza throws a big elbow that misses.
Provenza with a flurry of punches that miss.
Provenza distracts Henry with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Henry is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Henry looking to control.
Provenza throws a big elbow that misses.
Henry working a defensive guard here.
Henry preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Provenza being controlled here momentarily. #SUB#
Provenza 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.
Henry utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T2#
Henry not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Henry is controlling Provenza's posture.
Provenza postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Provenza is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Henry can do to turn this around?
Provenza wants to pass the guard but Henry is keeping the position.
Henry looking to hit a scissor sweep but Provenza is one step ahead there.
Provenza is working Henry over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Henry controlling the position.
Henry working a defensive guard here.
Provenza trying to control but Henry is working from the bottom.
Henry utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T3#
Provenza with a nice head shot there.
Provenza won't allow Henry to sweep him here.
Henry keeping moving, preventing Provenza from controlling successfully.
Henry looking to hit a scissor sweep but Provenza is one step ahead there.
Provenza throws a big right hand that misses.
Henry is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Provenza working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Provenza looking to pass the guard.
Henry bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Provenza's guard. #REVB#
Provenza looking to control.
Henry stopping the sweep attempt from Provenza.
Henry works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Provenza is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Henry uses his free foot to push down on Provenza's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Provenza. #T4#
Henry sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Provenza is squirming around, avoiding Henry 's attempts to control the action.
Henry takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#SUB2#
Henry looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Provenza really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Henry looking to control but Provenza is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Provenza is wriggling around trying to escape.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Silvio Provenza dominated that second round.
That's time! Provenza's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3##TD#
Provenza looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Henry !
Provenza working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Henry is looking to regain half guard here but Provenza keeps moving and retains side control.
Silvio Provenza overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Henry is not content to let Provenza control the position. #SUB#
Provenza is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Henry has escaped the position, nice work there.
The strikes coming from Provenza are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Provenza working the ground and pound but Henry is defending the strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Henry is trying to control Provenza's posture but Provenza avoids it.
Provenza wants to control but Henry is keeping him busy.
You can see the frustration on Henry 's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T1#
Henry tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad.
Provenza prevents Henry from getting the reversal.#SUB#
Provenza looking for a guillotine from mount but Henry is having none of it.
Henry tries to lock up and control but Provenza gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Provenza is landing with some decent strikes but Henry is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Provenza avoids the attempt from Henry to control.
Henry is trying to escape the mount.
Provenza tries to control but Henry wriggling away.
Provenza lands a big elbow.
Provenza looking to finish with strikes here!
Henry tries to hold on but Provenza postures up.
Silvio Provenza is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Provenza controlling from mount.
Provenza'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.
Henry is looking to improve his position but Provenza isn't that keen on the idea.
Provenza sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Henry tries to reverse the position but Provenza maintains control.
Provenza controlling from the full mount.
Henry tries to lock up and control but Provenza gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Henry tries to reverse the position but Provenza maintains control.
Henry takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Provenza takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T3#
Henry tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Provenza content just to control the position here.
Henry tries to hold on but Provenza pushes him away.
Provenza controlling the pace for now.
Henry keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Provenza controlling his opponent. #T4#
Henry can't escape the position.
Provenza content just to control the position here.
Provenza prevents Henry from getting the reversal.
Provenza takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Henry is in all sorts of trouble here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Provenza controlling from the full mount.

And that's the end of the fight!
Silvio Provenza showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Provenza 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 Bart Greer scores the fight for Silvio Provenza!
Judge Winston Alpacca scores the fight for Silvio Provenza!
Judge David Hoff scores the fight for Silvio Provenza!

Silvio Provenza wins by unanimous decision!
Our winner, Silvio Provenza, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: The Island Season 5, 170 lbs, Round 1
Date: Jul 13, 2016

#R1##TD#
Provenza gets a takedown into half guard.
Wakosky is trying to stand up here but Provenza is controlling him well.
Provenza controlling the action here.
Provenza not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Wakosky looks like he's trying to stand up.
Provenza is nestled in close to Wakosky, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Provenza missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wakosky scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but Provenza manages to mount him!
Provenza landing shots from mount.
The referee warns Wakosky that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan 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!
Wakosky tries to hold on but Provenza pushes him away.
Provenza controlling from the full mount. #T1#
Provenza working the ground and pound effectively.
Provenza is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Wakosky can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Provenza with shots to the head and body - Wakosky looks very uncomfortable down there.
Wakosky can't escape the position.
Provenza unloads with some shots from mount but Wakosky bucks and avoids them well.
Provenza lands a heavy elbow.
Wakosky is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
Provenza putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Wakosky really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Provenza. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Wakosky tries to reverse the position but Provenza maintains control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Provenza controlling from mount.
Wakosky is working to get back to half guard. #T2#
Provenza can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Wakosky is looking to escape. #SUB#
Provenza looking to secure an arm triangle but Wakosky defends it well.
Provenza has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Wakosky wants to hold on but Provenza pushes him away.
Provenza landing strikes from the mount and Wakosky is in trouble!
Wakosky wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Provenza.
Provenza scoring with strikes but Wakosky is staying in there.
Wakosky is in a horrible position here. Provenza smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Provenza throwing shots from mount but they're not landing. #T3#
Wakosky wants to use the cage to get back to his feet here.
Wakosky tries to reverse the position but Provenza maintains control.
Provenza working Wakosky over with strikes here.
Provenza landing shots from mount.
Provenza trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Wakosky is desperately trying to get back to half guard. #SUB#
Provenza is working for a guillotine from mount but Wakosky frees his head quite easily.
Wakosky is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Wakosky blocking the ground and pound.
Provenza looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here. #T4#
Provenza working away from the top, dropping strikes.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Feeble punches landing from Wakosky - he's mounted - they can't hurt.
Wakosky is working to get back to half guard.
Provenza trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Provenza punching from mount but Wakosky doing a good job of avoiding damage.
Provenza with the ground and pound from mount.
Provenza controlling the position easily from mount.
Provenza scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Wakosky?
Wakosky is bucking up trying to escape but Provenza cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Provenza lands a big elbow.
Wakosky is working to get back to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Silvio Provenza dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2##CL#
Provenza clinches with his opponent.
Provenza prevents Wakosky from breaking the clinch.
Provenza tries to throw a body punch but Wakosky avoids it by throwing Provenza back against the cage.
Provenza tries to score a body lock takedown but Wakosky shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Provenza has Wakosky pressed against the cage, preventing Wakosky from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Provenza is trying to drag Wakosky to the mat but Wakosky just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#BC2#
Wakosky breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wakosky misses with a combination #TD#
so Provenza counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Wakosky is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Provenza working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Wakosky looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T1#
Wakosky is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Wakosky is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Provenza working some strikes from top position.
Provenza is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Provenza in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Provenza is stalling in the full guard.
Wakosky is wriggling around but Provenza manages to pass to half guard. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Provenza sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Wakosky defending well though.
Wakosky is looking for a sweep. Provenza is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Silvio Provenza overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Provenza seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Provenza lands strikes from half guard.
Provenza passes to full mount!
Wakosky wants to control but Provenza is having none of it.
Provenza lands a big elbow. #CUT#
It looks like Bob Wakosky has been cut.
Provenza cracks Wakosky with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Provenza with the ground and pound from mount. #T3#
Wakosky is in a horrible position here. Provenza smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position. #ROC#
Wakosky is rocked!#SUB#
Provenza has isolated one of Wakosky's arms. Wakosky looking to fight him off but Provenza twists into an armbar. It's tight... Will he tap?? YES, he's tapped! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:23 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Silvio Provenza!
A relieved looking Silvio Provenza thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: HI 74- End is Nigh
Date: Jun 26, 2016

#R1#
Ooe throws a hook but Provenza blocks it.
Ooe connects with a body shot that sends Provenza's belly button to the back.
Provenza on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#TD2#
Provenza decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Provenza throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Ooe is looking to improve his position.
Provenza missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Ooe is trying to control but Provenza passes into side control! #SUB2#
Provenza working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Ooe is trying to get back to half guard.
Ooe knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Provenza on the ground.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB2#
Provenza has worked his way into a potential kimura here. Ooe is trying to get out of the position but his squirming has just got him deeper into trouble. Provenza yanks on the arm and Ooe is forced to tap due to a very painful looking submission! Nice work by Provenza.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Silvio Provenza!
A victorious Silvio Provenza thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: HI 70 - Rumbux
Date: Jun 20, 2016

#R1#
Munoz thows a leg kick but Provenza checks it #TD2#
and Provenza counters with a nice double leg into guard. #SUB#
Provenza avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB#
Munoz is looking for a triangle here but Provenza uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Provenza throws a strike aimed at the side of Munoz's head but Munoz avoids it well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Munoz regains half guard.#SUB#
Munoz looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Munoz won't allow Provenza to pass to mount.
Provenza looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Provenza controlling the action here. #T1##SUB#
Munoz looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Munoz is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Provenza pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Munoz looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Munoz looking for a kimura from the bottom but Provenza passes into side control!
Provenza misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Provenza staying calm.#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.
Munoz can't do much from the bottom here.
Munoz defending against the ground and pound.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Provenza looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Munoz is avoiding damage well.
The strikes coming from Provenza are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Provenza postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Provenza controlling from side mount.
Provenza misses with an attempted head punch from side control. #T3#
The ground and pound from Provenza seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Provenza sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Munoz is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Provenza scores with punches from side control.
You can see the frustration on Munoz's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB2#
Provenza thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Provenza throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Munoz is trying to improve his position.
Provenza wants to control but Munoz is keeping him busy. #T4#
Provenza fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Provenza trying to control the position but Munoz is working away.
Provenza in side control, throwing shots but Munoz defends.
Munoz gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #SUB2#
Provenza is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Munoz has managed to free his arm - good work.
Provenza has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Munoz actively working from the bottom here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Silvio Provenza dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Munoz misses with a double jab #TD2#
and Provenza counters with a single leg into guard. Munoz didn't expect that. #SUB2#
Provenza drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Provenza jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Munoz working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Provenza.
Provenza throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Munoz works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Provenza throwing strikes but missing.
Provenza works a leg free and moves into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Provenza thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Provenza wants to pass the guard but Munoz is defending well.
Provenza thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Silvio Provenza has got the better of the ground game so far.#T1#
Munoz has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Provenza is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Munoz looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Provenza is looking for a kimura but Munoz is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Provenza to get the leverage. #SUB#
Munoz looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Munoz keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Provenza throwing shots but Munoz is blocking nicely. #SUB2#
Provenza is trying for a kimura here. Munoz looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Provenza wins by kimura!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Silvio Provenza!
A victorious Silvio Provenza thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: HI 65 - Voljin & Otis
Date: Jun 10, 2016

#R1##TD2#
Provenza throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Gracie was covering up waiting for the punch and Provenza finishes the takedown easily into guard. #SUB#
Gracie looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Gracie not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Provenza is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #SUB#
Gracie working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Provenza doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Provenza manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Provenza is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB#
Gracie has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Provenza can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Provenza in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T1#
Gracie working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Provenza.
Gracie preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Provenza content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Gracie looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Provenza with a flurry of punches that miss.
Provenza loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Provenza is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB#
Gracie has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Provenza can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Provenza is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #SUB2#
Provenza 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.
Provenza controlling from the top position. #T2##SUB#
Gracie working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Provenza doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Provenza manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Gracie looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Provenza sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Provenza in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Provenza trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Gracie is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB#
Gracie escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Provenza gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T3##SUB#
Provenza got a little sloppy there for a moment and Gracie has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Provenza has managed to get both his arms back between Gracie's legs - danger averted.
Provenza with a flurry of punches that miss.
Gracie is trying to keep Provenza in close.
Provenza wants to pass the guard but Gracie is keeping the position.#SUB#
Gracie working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Provenza doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Provenza manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Provenza postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Provenza wants to control from the top but Gracie keeps moving.
Provenza is looking to work some ground and pound but Gracie has wrist control.
Provenza must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Gracie trying to control the position.
Provenza scoring with punches to the head and body. #SUB#
Gracie looking for a guillotine here but Provenza defends easily.
Provenza postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Provenza trying to control but Gracie is working from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Provenza looking to pass the guard.
Provenza 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.

Silvio Provenza dominated that round.
That's time! Gracie's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2##TD2#
Provenza drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Provenza is looking to work some ground and pound but Gracie has wrist control.
Provenza stands and throws Gracie's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Provenza tries to move into full mount but can't pass Gracie's legs.
Gracie tries to improve position but can't.
Provenza working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Provenza throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Gracie manages to work his way to half guard, despite Provenza's best efforts.
Gracie is trying to control but can't. #SUB#
Gracie looking for submissions off his back.
Provenza thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Gracie's head.
Silvio Provenza has got the better of the ground game so far.#T1#
Gracie trying to control but Provenza postures up.
Gracie keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Provenza has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Provenza sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Gracie defending well though. #SUB2#
Provenza seems to be working for a kimura but Gracie defends the submission attempt.
Gracie is refusing to be controlled, as Provenza sits in half guard.
Provenza throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Gracie is trying to control but can't.
Provenza thows a huge punch but Gracie dodges it nicely.
Provenza not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Gracie actively working from the bottom here.
Provenza throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Gracie is looking to improve his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Provenza is looking for a kimura but Gracie is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Provenza to get the leverage.
Provenza is trying to control the action in half guard but Gracie is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Gracie keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #SUB#
Gracie actively working from the bottom here.
Provenza throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #SUB#
Gracie looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Provenza throwing shots but Gracie is blocking nicely. #T3#
Gracie trying to control but Provenza postures up.
Provenza wants to take a breather but Gracie is having none of it.
Gracie is trying to maintain the position but Provenza is very close to passing his half guard.
Provenza trying to mount his opponent but Gracie defends it.
Gracie tries to roll over but Provenza keeps him under control.
Gracie trying to control from the bottom.
Provenza thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Gracie's head.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Provenza lands a nice short elbow.
Provenza throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Gracie is looking for a sweep. Provenza is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T4#
Provenza throwing shots but Gracie is blocking nicely.
Provenza missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Provenza passes to full mount!
Gracie wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Provenza.
Provenza throwing shots from mount but they're not landing.
Provenza sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
Gracie is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Provenza throws some wild stikes that Gracie manages to avoid easily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Provenza punching from mount but Gracie doing a good job of avoiding damage.
Provenza looking to control but Gracie is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Gracie is looking to get to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Silvio Provenza showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3##TD2#
Provenza shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Provenza was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Gracie tries to bench press Provenza off him but Provenza keeps the position.
Provenza throws a strike aimed at the side of Gracie's head but Gracie avoids it well.
An elbow from Provenza crashes against the mat.
Provenza trying to control the position but Gracie is working away.
Gracie is looking to reverse the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Provenza working away.
Provenza lands an elbow.
Sloppy strikes there by Provenza.#T1#
Gracie is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Provenza off and has taken his back!
Gracie keeps control of the position as Provenza tries to break free. #SUB#
Gracie patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#SUB#
Gracie is looking for the choke from the back position but Provenza is controlling his hands well.
You can see the frustration on Provenza's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Provenza manages to reverse the position and now he's in Gracie's guard. Nice work there by Provenza.
Gracie preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Provenza looking to pass the guard.
Provenza landing with the ground and pound.
Provenza loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Silvio Provenza is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Provenza's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Provenza is continuing to stall.#SUB#
Gracie working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Provenza has passed into half guard!
Provenza content to control rather than advance.
Let's hope that Provenza 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##SUB#
Gracie looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Provenza keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Gracie is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Provenza works his foot free and advances to mount.
Lucio Gracie has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Gracie working to try and regain half guard.
Provenza content just to control the position here. #T4#
Gracie really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Provenza content just to control the position here.
Gracie is looking to get to half guard.
Provenza controlling the pace for now.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Provenza.
Provenza prevents Gracie from getting the reversal.

And that's the end of the fight!
Silvio Provenza comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Provenza 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 Dirk Anderson scores the fight 27:30
Judge Winston Alpacca scores the fight 27:30
Judge Santiago Holmes scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Silvio Provenza!
A very excited looking Silvio Provenza made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: HI 53: Fresh Blud Special
Date: May 17, 2016

#R1#
Provenza tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Bam Bam defends well and Provenza ends up having to push Bam Bam into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Bam Bam is looking to counter with head kicks.
Provenza throws an overhand right that lands on Bam Bam's shoulder, as Bam Bam tries to avoid the shot.
Provenza goes for a double leg but Bam Bam avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Bam Bam continues to drive forward.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Bam Bam, as that shot connected.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Provenza is defended easily by Bam Bam.
Bam Bam throws a quick counter kick to the body but Provenza avoids it.
Luke Bam Bam has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Silvio Provenza.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Provenza.
It appears Bam Bam was looking to counter with a kick there.
Provenza shoots and misses
and Bam Bam counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T1#
Bam Bam lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Provenza throws a lazy uppercut
and Bam Bam cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bam Bam looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Provenza shoots in looking for a takedown. Bam Bam tries to sprawl out of it but Provenza keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Bam Bam manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Bam Bam stuffs the takedown attempt from Provenza. Provenza gets slowly back to his feet.
Bam Bam fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#T2#
Provenza fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
It appears Bam Bam was looking to counter with a kick there.#TD2#
Provenza looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#SUB2#
Provenza is looking for a kimura but Bam Bam is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Provenza to get the leverage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Provenza not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Provenza prevents Bam Bam from improving his position.
Bam Bam definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Provenza lands a nice short elbow.
Provenza lands strikes from half guard.
Provenza is taking a breather. Bam Bam 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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Provenza is nestled in close to Bam Bam, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Provenza looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Bam Bam with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Provenza throwing shots but Bam Bam is blocking nicely.
Provenza lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Provenza thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Provenza working Bam Bam over with strikes.
Bam Bam avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Provenza.
Provenza working the head and body with strikes.
Provenza scoring with strikes to the body and head. #T4#
Provenza not doing much here.
Provenza has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Bam Bam trying to control here.
Provenza passes the guard and advances to mount!
Provenza with the ground and pound from mount.
Provenza scoring with strikes but Bam Bam is staying in there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Provenza lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Silvio Provenza dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Bam Bam slaps away a takedown attempt from Provenza, before circling back to the center of the mat.
A little feinted left hand from Bam Bam on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Bam Bam, right into the meat.
Bam Bam throws a head kick but Provenza moves out of range.
Provenza is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Provenza misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Bam Bam is looking to counter punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Provenza blocks the body kick.
Bam Bam stuffs the takedown.
Luke Bam Bam has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Silvio Provenza.
Bam Bam misses with a kick to the body #TD2#
and Provenza counters with a nice double leg into side control. Bam Bam won't be happy with that. #T1#
Provenza cracks Bam Bam with an elbow. That is naaassty.#SUB2#
Provenza has hold of Bam Bam's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Bam Bam seems comfortable defending it but Provenza has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Bam Bam is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Bam Bam is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Provenza couldn't care less - he's delighted!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:15 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Silvio Provenza!
A victorious Silvio Provenza thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: HI46: WedFight VIII
Date: May 04, 2016

#R1#
Provenza takes one to the chin there.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Valo.
Valo lands a big head kick that sends Provenza to the canvas! Valo follows up with strikes from the mount that forces the ref to step in and stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:09 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Tapio Valo!
Tapio Valo retains his middleweight title!
Tapio Valo decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: HI38: Supremacy at the Knocks
Date: Apr 18, 2016

#R1#
The Sock looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Provenza tries to clinch but The Sock moves out of range.
Provenza moves out of range as The Sock strikes.
Provenza tries to counter with a takedown but The Sock is quick to defend against it.
Provenza wants to clinch but The Sock slips to the side#TD2#
and The Sock counters with a single leg into guard. Provenza didn't expect that.
Provenza pulls The Sock in close to prevent any damage.
Provenza has momentary wrist control but The Sock slips an elbow through the middle.
We've been hearing good reports from Provenza's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Provenza seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Provenza looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The Sock trying to control but Provenza is working from the bottom.
Provenza has The Sock pulled in close to control his posture.
The Sock throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Provenza utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Provenza looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Provenza'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.
The Sock trying to control the position from guard on top but Provenza is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The Sock throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Provenza works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
The Sock preventing the sweep.
The Sock missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Provenza preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
The Sock throws a strike but Provenza rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Provenza postures up in The Sock's guard and throws a big left but The Sock blocks it. #SUB2#
The Sock looking for a guillotine here but Provenza defends easily. #SUB2#
The Sock working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Provenza doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Provenza manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
The Sock working for a triangle but Provenza defends it easily.
Provenza throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as The Sock works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T3##SUB2#
The Sock looking for a guillotine here but Provenza defends easily.
The Sock utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #SUB2#
The Sock has his foot on Provenza's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Provenza works his way back into a safe position though.
Our spies down at at Cozad The Island inform us that The Sock has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Provenza stands up over The Sock, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
The Sock is looking for a triangle but Provenza pushes his legs off easily.
The Sock looks winded!
Provenza throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
The Sock can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Provenza controls the pace.
Provenza loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Provenza stopping the sweep attempt from The Sock.
Provenza keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of The Sock's head.#T4#
Provenza content to stall in guard here.
Provenza trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Provenza postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Provenza has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#SUB2#
The Sock is looking for a triangle here but Provenza uses the submission attempt to pass into side control. #SUB#
Provenza in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... The Sock is tapping! That's the end of the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Silvio Provenza!
During a confident post fight interview, Silvio Provenza thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: Highland Island 22
Date: Mar 22, 2016

#R1#
Parlow scores with a sloppy right hand. Provenza should have avoided that one.
A telegraphed right hand from Parlow misses the target.
Provenza tries to counter with a takedown but Parlow is quick to defend against it.#CL2#
Parlow forces Provenza back against the cage and clinches.
Parlow softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Provenza trying to stall but Parlow improves his position.
Parlow is leaning against Provenza and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Parlow lands a body punch in the clinch.
A short right from Parlow on the inside.
Provenza tries to throw a body punch but Parlow avoids it by throwing Provenza back against the cage.
Parlow lands a body punch.
Provenza is trying to maintain a safe position but Parlow gets an underhook and turns Provenza into the cage.
A body shot lands from Parlow.
Parlow lands a nice shot to the body.
Provenza is breathing heavily.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Parlow creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Parlow pushes Provenza back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Parlow lands a shoulder strike.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Parlow lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Provenza backwards.
Parlow pushes Provenza back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Parlow looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
A hook to the body from Parlow. #T1#
Parlow lands with a short shot to the head.
Parlow lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Parlow lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Parlow lands a shot to the body.
Parlow stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Parlow presses Provenza against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Parlow lands a nice uppercut.
Parlow is working Provenza over against the cage.
Parlow lands a right hand.
Parlow lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #ROC2#
Provenza is rocked!
Parlow lands a big right hand that drops Provenza! The killer instinct kicks in and Parlow finishes his opponent with a series of strikes from mount. A dominating finish by Parlow!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jon Parlow!
Jon Parlow is the new welterweight champion!
A victorious Jon Parlow thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

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