Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: Pulse 85 - Taranin vs Shojo
Date: Jul 29, 2017

#R1##CL#
Tzovalzeck has taken the fight to the clinch. #TD2#
Mc Gregor jumps guard and drags Tzovalzeck to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Mc Gregor has momentary wrist control but Tzovalzeck slips an elbow through the middle.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Tzovalzeck thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Tzovalzeck slips nicely into half guard.
Tzovalzeck takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Tzovalzeck is keen to just control but Mc Gregor is a slippery customer.#SU#
Tzovalzeck gets to his feet - back to striking we go!
We've been hearing reports that Tzovalzeck has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.#CL#
Tzovalzeck gets a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mc Gregor tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Tzovalzeck just stands there and leans against the cage.
Tzovalzeck tries to circle away but Mc Gregor has him pinned against the cage.
Mc Gregor is pushing Tzovalzeck up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Mc Gregor looking for a takedown.
Mc Gregor looks winded!#T1#
Tzovalzeck wants to get back to striking at distance but Mc Gregor won't allow it.
Tzovalzeck throws a knee to the head but misses.
Mc Gregor prevents the takedown attempt.
Tzovalzeck tries to pull guard but Mc Gregor holds him up against the cage and eventually Tzovalzeck drops back down to his feet.
Mc Gregor throws a knee to the head but misses. #BC#
Tzovalzeck manages to break the clinch.
Mc Gregor has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.#CL#
Tzovalzeck has managed to clinch.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Tzovalzeck as Mc Gregor tries to tie him up. #BC2#
Mc Gregor breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A head kick misses from Tzovalzeck. #T2##CL2#
Mc Gregor has closed the distance and engaged Tzovalzeck in a clinch. #TD#
Tzovalzeck decides to pull guard. #SUB2#
Mc Gregor postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Tzovalzeck is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Mc Gregor, into his guard. #REVR#
Tzovalzeck 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.
Tzovalzeck trying to control the position from guard on top but Mc Gregor is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tzovalzeck might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Tzovalzeck is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Tzovalzeck is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tzovalzeck advances position into side control!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB#
Tzovalzeck is working to tighten his grip on Mc Gregor's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Mc Gregor has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Tzovalzeck is really squeezing tight and eventually Mc Gregor passes out! Tzovalzeck breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Balzac Tzovalzeck!
Balzac Tzovalzeck made sure to mention his sponsor, Venom Combat Sports in his post fight interview.

Event: PFN - 3 - Shockwave
Date: Jun 28, 2017

#R1##TD2#
Solomons is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Mc Gregor's half guard.
Mc Gregor wants to stand back up but Solomons manages to pass into side control. #SU2#
Solomons decides to stand up, so the ref orders Mc Gregor to his feet. #CL2#
Solomons moves into the clinch successfully.
Solomons tries for a takedown but Mc Gregor manages to get underhooks. #BC2#
Solomons's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Mc Gregor scores with a sloppy right hand. Solomons should have avoided that one.
Mc Gregor stuffs the takedown.
Solomons shoots in looking for a takedown. Mc Gregor tries to sprawl out of it but Solomons keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Mc Gregor manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Mc Gregor feinted with a counter takedown.
Brano Mc Gregor has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alfie Solomons.#CL2#
Solomons has Mc Gregor up against the cage in a clinch. #T1##TD2#
Solomons manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Solomons looking to control.
Mc Gregor has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Mc Gregor trying to control but Solomons is working from the bottom.
Solomons looking to hit a scissor sweep but Mc Gregor is one step ahead there.
Solomons trying to strike off his back.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Solomons holds on and takes a little breather.
Solomons wants to stand up but Mc Gregor is controlling him. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Mc Gregor stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Solomons swivels though and keeps the full guard. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Mc Gregor shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Solomons sprawls well. Solomons wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Mc Gregor gets slowly back to his feet.#CL2#
Solomons moves into the clinch.#BC2#
Solomons breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Solomons has managed to clinch.
Mc Gregor throws a knee to the head but misses.
Mc Gregor letting Solomons take a breather here.#BC2#
Solomons breaks the clinch.
Mc Gregor shoots in for a takedown but Solomons shows good takedown defense. #T3#
Mc Gregor moves in looking to clinch but Solomons pushes him off.
Good shot there by Mc Gregor.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch but Solomons is having none of it.
Mc Gregor throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Mc Gregor is breathing heavily.#TD2#
Solomons shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Mc Gregor keeping moving, preventing Solomons from controlling successfully.
Solomons has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Mc Gregor is proving hard to escape from.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SU2#
Solomons gets to his feet - Mc Gregor follows without any prompting. #CL2#
Solomons gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#TD2#
Solomons pulls guard successfully.
Solomons has his hands on Mc Gregor's head, controlling the position.
Solomons throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back. #T4#
Solomons throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Solomons is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #SUB2#
Solomons is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Solomons is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Mc Gregor is aware though and is defending well.
Solomons looking to hit a scissor sweep but Mc Gregor is one step ahead there.
Mc Gregor wants to control from the top but Solomons keeps moving. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Mc Gregor.
Solomons feints a counter leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alfie Solomons dominated that round.
That's time! Mc Gregor's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Mc Gregor keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Mc Gregor wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Mc Gregor throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #TD2#
Solomons shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Solomons was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
The strikes coming from Solomons are missing the target in this wave of attacks. #ES#
Mc Gregor throws Solomons to one side and escapes!
A punch lands to the side of Mc Gregor 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Mc Gregor tries for a takedown but Solomons sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Mc Gregor throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Solomons goes for a double leg but Mc Gregor avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Mc Gregor continues to drive forward.
A head kick misses from Solomons.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#CL2#
Solomons gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Mc Gregor tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Solomons just stands there and leans against the cage.
Solomons looks to throw an elbow but misses. #T1##TD2#
Solomons has Mc Gregor pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Solomons pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Mc Gregor tumbling to the mat - Solomons dives into Mc Gregor's guard.#ES#
Mc Gregor scrambles and gets back to his feet. #TD2#
Mc Gregor gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Solomons to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Solomons advances position into side control!
Solomons wants to lay and pray for a moment but Mc Gregor keeps working.
Solomons is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Mc Gregor tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mc Gregor defending against the ground and pound.
Mc Gregor trying to remain calm as Solomons controls from the top position.
Mc Gregor tries to improve position but can't.
Alfie Solomons has got the better of the ground game so far.
Solomons working the ground and pound but Mc Gregor is defending the strikes.
Solomons trying to control the action but Mc Gregor is working from the bottom.
Solomons controlling from side mount.
Mc Gregor tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Solomons wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Solomons has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB2#
Solomons is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Mc Gregor has escaped the position, nice work there.
Mc Gregor on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Mc Gregor tries to get out of the position.#T3##SU2#
Solomons decides to stand back up.
Mc Gregor doesn't manage to clinch there - Solomons circles away.
Solomons goes for a double leg but Mc Gregor avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Mc Gregor continues to drive forward.
Brano Mc Gregor has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alfie Solomons.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Solomons manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Solomons is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.#CL2#
Solomons has closed the distance and engaged Mc Gregor in a clinch. #TD2#
Solomons manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Solomons has Mc Gregor pulled in close to control his posture.
Mc Gregor postures up.
Mc Gregor is fighting to break Solomons's control of his arms but Solomons is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Mc Gregor trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T4#
Mc Gregor wants to control from the top but Solomons keeps moving.
Mc Gregor postures up.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Solomons is on top in guard. #REVB##SUB#
Mc Gregor looking for a guillotine here but Solomons defends easily.
Solomons trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #SUB#
Mc Gregor working for a triangle but Solomons defends it easily. #SUB#
Mc Gregor throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Solomons escapes and throws Mc Gregor's legs to the side, diving into side control!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alfie Solomons showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Horrible takedown attempt by Solomons or perhaps it was just good defense by Mc Gregor, which made it look bad.
Mc Gregor changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#TD2#
Solomons fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Mc Gregor to the ground. Solomons is now in Mc Gregor's guard.
Mc Gregor is looking to stand back up but Solomons counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Mc Gregor. #SUB2#
Solomons seems to be looking for submissions.
Solomons thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Mc Gregor's head.
Mc Gregor is looking to get back to full guard here but Solomons has managed to pass to side control instead.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Solomons controls the position.
Solomons throws an elbow but Mc Gregor slips to the side and avoids it well.
Mc Gregor is trying to control Solomons's posture but Solomons avoids it. #T1#
Solomons in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Solomons throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.#SU2#
Solomons stands up. #CL2#
Solomons forces Mc Gregor back against the cage and clinches.#BC#
Mc Gregor breaks from the clinch.
Solomons misses with a takedown attempt - Mc Gregor sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Mc Gregor is looking to counter punch.
Solomons darts in looking for a takedown but Mc Gregor gets double underhooks and turns Solomons into the cage.
Brano Mc Gregor has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alfie Solomons.#T2##CL#
Mc Gregor has managed to clinch.
Solomons is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Mc Gregor is keeping busy.
Mc Gregor is pressed up against the cage. Solomons has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Mc Gregor down to the mat. Mc Gregor avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL#
Mc Gregor moves into the clinch.
Solomons goes for a takedown in the clinch but Mc Gregor prevents it.
Mc Gregor looking for a takedown.
Mc Gregor is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Solomons is defending well for now.
Solomons prevents Mc Gregor from breaking the clinch.
Solomons is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Mc Gregor is keeping busy.
Solomons lands an uppercut.#TD#
Mc Gregor gets control of Solomons's arms and successfully pulls guard. Mc Gregor will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.#T3#
Solomons stands and throws Mc Gregor's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Solomons throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Solomons throws an elbow but Mc Gregor slips to the side and avoids it well.
Mc Gregor is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Solomons trying to control the action but Mc Gregor is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Solomons tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Solomons has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Mc Gregor tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T4#
A lull in the action here.#SU2#
Solomons stands up.
The fight stays on the outside here - Mc Gregor looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Mc Gregor keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Brano Mc Gregor has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Solomons on the wrong end of a nice jab.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#CL2#
Solomons closes the distance and clinches.
Alfie Solomons is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Solomons drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Mc Gregor gets the underhooks and prevents it.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 27:30
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 27:30
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alfie Solomons!

Event: Pulse 76: Kormrok/Cranial II
Date: May 27, 2017

#R1#
Mc Gregor throws a head kick that misses.
Mc Gregor misses with a left hand
and Gonzalez counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Gonzalez uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Mc Gregor.
A countering left hand to the body from Gonzalez misses.
Mc Gregor fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Mc Gregor wants to clinch
and Gonzalez counters with a right hand to the body.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch up
and Gonzalez counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mc Gregor shoots for a takedown but Gonzalez saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#T1#
Mc Gregor has his takedown stuffed
and Gonzalez counters with a nice uppercut.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Brano Mc Gregor. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Mc Gregor is breathing heavily.
Mc Gregor tries to score a power double leg takedown but Gonzalez sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Mc Gregor somewhat.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch but Gonzalez moves away
and Gonzalez counters with a nice uppercut.
Mc Gregor fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Gonzalez avoids it really well and circles away.
Mc Gregor throws a right hand that Gonzalez ducks under and follows up with a left that Gonzalez also avoids with ease.
Gonzalez doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch up.
Gonzalez throws out a counter right but Mc Gregor avoids it with no problem.#T2#
Mc Gregor misses with a double jab
and Gonzalez cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A big right from Mc Gregor misses.
Mc Gregor tries for a takedown but Gonzalez sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Gonzalez keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Gonzalez keeps the fight on the outside.
Gonzalez doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Mc Gregor looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Mc Gregor has a takedown stuffed.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch
and Gonzalez counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Mc Gregor jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Gonzalez let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#T3#
Mc Gregor tries to clinch but Gonzalez moves away
and Gonzalez makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Mc Gregor looks to clinch
and Gonzalez counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Mc Gregor tries for a takedown but Gonzalez circles away easily
and Gonzalez counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Mc Gregor looks to clinch
and Gonzalez counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch but Gonzalez moves away
and Gonzalez counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Mc Gregor thinking.
Gonzalez slips under a jab.
Mc Gregor wants to clinch
and Mc Gregor takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Mc Gregor tries to close the distance and clinch up but Gonzalez swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Gonzalez appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Nick Gonzalez is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T4#
Mc Gregor tries to clinch up but Gonzalez circles away and keeps his distance.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch
and Gonzalez makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Gonzalez avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Gonzalez now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Gonzalez avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Mc Gregor shoots in looking for a takedown. Gonzalez tries to sprawl out of it but Mc Gregor keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Gonzalez manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Gonzalez doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Gonzalez counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Mc Gregor thinking.
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!
Mc Gregor throws a series of punches but Gonzalez moves out of range.
Mc Gregor fails to land the takedown.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Nick Gonzalez dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Mc Gregor wants to clinch
and Mc Gregor takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch up
and Gonzalez counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Gonzalez circles away from the clinch attempt
and Gonzalez counters with a lovely shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gonzalez avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Gonzalez throws out a counter right but Mc Gregor avoids it with no problem.
Mc Gregor wants to clinch but Gonzalez slips to the side
letting Gonzalez counter with a right hand.
Mc Gregor with a lazy takedown attempt
letting Gonzalez counter with a right hand.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T1#
Horrible takedown attempt by Mc Gregor or perhaps it was just good defense by Gonzalez , which made it look bad.
A nice side step and Gonzalez releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Mc Gregor with a poor takedown
and Gonzalez counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Mc Gregor thinking.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Brano Mc Gregor. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Mc Gregor shoots in but no luck this time.
Gonzalez swats away the attempt to clinch by Mc Gregor.
A nice side step and Gonzalez releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Gonzalez has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Mc Gregor misses with a takedown
and Gonzalez counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Mc Gregor with a poor takedown
and Gonzalez counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Gonzalez counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Mc Gregor thinking. #T2#
Mc Gregor misses with a left hand
and Gonzalez counters with a stiff right hand.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Mc Gregor.
A countering left hand to the body from Gonzalez misses.
Mc Gregor shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Gonzalez but Gonzalez pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Mc Gregor wants to clinch up but Gonzalez keeps it at a distance.
Mc Gregor misses with a takedown
enabling Gonzalez to counter with a crisp jab.
Mc Gregor moves to clinch but Gonzalez breaks away
and Gonzalez counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Mc Gregor thinking.
Brano Mc Gregor seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T3#
Gonzalez swats away the attempt to clinch by Mc Gregor.
A nice side step and Gonzalez releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Gonzalez takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Mc Gregor looks to clinch
enabling Gonzalez to counter with a crisp jab.
Mc Gregor throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Mc Gregor swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Gonzalez counters with a nice body shot.
Nick Gonzalez seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Mc Gregor shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Gonzalez let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch but Gonzalez is having none of it.
Gonzalez now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Mc Gregor tries to close the distance and clinch but Gonzalez swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
A countering left hand to the body from Gonzalez misses.#T4#
Mc Gregor doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Gonzalez connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Mc Gregor wants to clinch but Gonzalez slips to the side
and Gonzalez counters with a nice body shot.
Mc Gregor shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Gonzalez cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Mc Gregor wants to clinch but Gonzalez slips to the side
enabling Gonzalez to counter with a crisp jab.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Gonzalez makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mc Gregor fails with a takedown attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Nick Gonzalez showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Mc Gregor is trying hard to land a takedown here. Gonzalez sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Gonzalez doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Mc Gregor falls off balance throwing a combination
and Gonzalez counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Mc Gregor wants to clinch
and Gonzalez makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Mc Gregor is looking to clinch but Gonzalez is avoiding it.
Gonzalez appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Mc Gregor dives in and grabs Gonzalez 's left leg, looking for a takedown. Gonzalez pushes down on Mc Gregor's head and hops out.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mc Gregor misses with a takedown
and Gonzalez cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Brano Mc Gregor. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Mc Gregor closes the distance but Gonzalez moves to the side
enabling Gonzalez to counter with a crisp jab.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Mc Gregor throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Gonzalez makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Mc Gregor looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Mc Gregor moves in looking to clinch but Gonzalez pushes him off.
Gonzalez doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
This is turning into a torrid day at the office for Mc Gregor. He's trying desperately to land a takedown but he's failing miserably and getting slapped silly on the feet to compound his misery.
Mc Gregor doesn't succeed with the takedown
letting Gonzalez counter with a right hand.
Mc Gregor gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Gonzalez counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Mc Gregor throws a right and a left that both miss.
Gonzalez appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
A head kick by Mc Gregor misses
and Gonzalez counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Mc Gregor wants to clinch but Gonzalez slips to the side
and Gonzalez counters with a nice body shot.
Mc Gregor falls off balance throwing a combination
and Gonzalez counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T2#
Mc Gregor closes the distance looking to clinch
and Gonzalez connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Mc Gregor moves to clinch but Gonzalez breaks away
and Gonzalez counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Mc Gregor thinking.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Gonzalez counters with a right hand to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mc Gregor tries for a takedown but Gonzalez circles away easily
and Gonzalez counters with a nice uppercut.
Gonzalez is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Mc Gregor rather than just go for the knockout.#T3#
Mc Gregor tries to clinch up
and Gonzalez counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Gonzalez counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CL#
Mc Gregor has managed to clinch.
Gonzalez fails to pull the fight into his guard.
A frustrated look appears on Gonzalez 's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Mc Gregor is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Gonzalez gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Gonzalez wants to get back to striking at distance but Mc Gregor won't allow it.
Gonzalez is trying to break free.
Mc Gregor wants a takedown but no success here.
Mc Gregor is trying to pull guard but Gonzalez has him pressed against the cage.
Gonzalez tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Mc Gregor just stands there and leans against the cage.
Gonzalez can't break the clinch. #T4#
Gonzalez is trying to force a seperation but Mc Gregor has the dominant position.
Gonzalez has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Gonzalez can't break the clinch.
Mc Gregor drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Gonzalez tries to pull guard but Mc Gregor won't allow it. #BC#
Mc Gregor pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Gonzalez avoids a punch combination nicely.
Mc Gregor misses with a head kick.
Brano Mc Gregor has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Mc Gregor is looking to clinch.
Mc Gregor darts in trying to clinch
and Gonzalez counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 26:30
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 26:30
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 26:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nick Gonzalez !
A less than humble Nick Gonzalez misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.

Event: Pulse 71 - Driver vs Sclounce
Date: Apr 22, 2017

#R1#
Mc Gregor tries to clinch but Ikerson moves out of range.
Ikerson is looking for the big counter here.
Mc Gregor looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Ikerson displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Mc Gregor.
Ikerson throws out a counter right but Mc Gregor avoids it with no problem.
Mc Gregor avoids the body shot from Ikerson.
Mc Gregor takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Ikerson is pawing at Mc Gregor, trying to feel the distance before throwing out a cross that crashes into Mc Gregor's nose. Mc Gregor is badly hurt! Ikerson pounces, throwing wild strikes as both fighters end up on the ground! Mc Gregor tries desperately to hold on but Ikerson is relentless in his assault! As Mc Gregor receives an ever increasing number of unanswered strikes the referee pulls Ikerson away and this one is in the books!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mike Ikerson!
Mike Ikerson seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: Pulse 66 - Devon vs Boyfriend
Date: Mar 18, 2017

#R1#
Mc Gregor throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Mc Gregor fails with the takedown
and Pinakamalupet counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Nice sprawl there from Pinakamalupet as Mc Gregor shoots in.
Brano Mc Gregor seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Mc Gregor drives through and clinches with Pinakamalupet against the cage.
Mc Gregor throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Pinakamalupets head. #BC2#
Mc Gregor manages to break the clinch. #CL2#
Mc Gregor moves into range and clinches up with Pinakamalupet.
Pinakamalupet is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Pinakamalupet working hard to break the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Mc Gregor manages to break the clinch.
Mc Gregor misses with a head kick.
Mc Gregor shoots in for a takedown but Pinakamalupet shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Pepeng Pinakamalupet has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Brano Mc Gregor.
Mc Gregor with a poor takedown
and Pinakamalupet counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T1#
Pinakamalupet moves in looking to clinch but Mc Gregor pushes him off.#CL#
Pinakamalupet gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Mc Gregor trying to land knees to the body.
Stalling in the clinch from Mc Gregor. #BC2#
Mc Gregor breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Pinakamalupet looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Mc Gregor shoots in looking for a takedown. Pinakamalupet tries to sprawl out of it but Mc Gregor keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Pinakamalupet manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
It looked like Pinakamalupet was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Mc Gregor.
Mc Gregor looks to score with a jab to the body but Pinakamalupet is just out of range.
Pinakamalupet throwing a counter right hand but Mc Gregor manages to avoid it.#CL#
Pinakamalupet clinches with his opponent. #BC2#
Mc Gregor breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL2#
Mc Gregor moves into range and clinches up with Pinakamalupet.
Mc Gregor manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment. #T2#
Pinakamalupet avoiding damage as Mc Gregor throws knees to the body.
Mc Gregor tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Pinakamalupet smiles and moves away.
Mc Gregor moves out of range of the body kick from Pinakamalupet. #CL2#
Mc Gregor instigates a clinch. #BC2#
Mc Gregor escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL#
Pinakamalupet fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Mc Gregor, pushing him back against the cage.
Mc Gregor is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Pinakamalupet to keep the fight standing.#BC2#
Mc Gregor breaks the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL2#
Pinakamalupet tries to keep at a distance but Mc Gregor has taken the fight into the clinch.
Mc Gregor drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Mc Gregor throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land. #T3#
Mc Gregor throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Pinakamalupet blocks it with crossed arms. #BC2#
Mc Gregor breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A big left from Mc Gregor misses. #CL2#
Mc Gregor closes the distance and pushes Pinakamalupet back into the cage.#BC2#
Mc Gregor escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL2#
Mc Gregor gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Pinakamalupet is pressed up against the cage. Mc Gregor has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Pinakamalupet down to the mat. Pinakamalupet avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Mc Gregor has a takedown stuffed.
Pinakamalupet is looking to counter the offense by Mc Gregor and move into the clinch.#CL2#
Mc Gregor takes the fight into the clinch. #T4#
Pinakamalupet looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Mc Gregor has Pinakamalupet pressed against the cage, preventing Pinakamalupet from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Mc Gregor tries to pull guard but Pinakamalupet holds him up against the cage and eventually Mc Gregor drops back down to his feet. #BC2#
Mc Gregor breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Pinakamalupet tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Pinakamalupet misses with a straight right. #CL2#
Mc Gregor clinches up with Pinakamalupet and pushes him back against the cage.#BC2#
Mc Gregor breaks from the clinch.
Mc Gregor misses with a hook.
Mc Gregor throws a sloppy head kick and Pinakamalupet moves out of range easily. #CL2#
Mc Gregor gets a clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Brano Mc Gregor dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2##CL2#
Pinakamalupet gets tackled into the cage by Mc Gregor. Mc Gregor maintains the clinch.
Mc Gregor with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Mc Gregor is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Mc Gregor will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Pinakamalupet up against the cage.
Mc Gregor has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#BC2#
Mc Gregor escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch but Pinakamalupet moves out of range. #CL2#
Mc Gregor has closed the distance and engaged Pinakamalupet in a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pinakamalupet wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Mc Gregor tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Pinakamalupet avoids it.
Brano Mc Gregor seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Mc Gregor jumps guard but Pinakamalupet stands there with Mc Gregor around his waist. Mc Gregor gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Mc Gregor working aggressively here. #T1#
Pinakamalupet wants to break the clinch but can't.
Mc Gregor keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Pinakamalupet's efforts to push away.
Pinakamalupet tries to break the clinch but Mc Gregor is controlling the position.
Pinakamalupet gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Mc Gregor.
Pepeng Pinakamalupet has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Brano Mc Gregor.#BC2#
Mc Gregor breaks the clinch. #CL2#
Mc Gregor rushes Pinakamalupet and presses him up against the cage.#BC2#
Mc Gregor breaks from the clinch.
Mc Gregor throws a lazy head kick
and Pinakamalupet counters with a lovely shot to the body.#CL2#
Mc Gregor fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Pinakamalupet, pushing him back against the cage.
Pinakamalupet is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.#T2#
Mc Gregor tries for a takedown. No joy. #TD2#
Mc Gregor pulls guard effortlessly. #SUB2#
Mc Gregor working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Pinakamalupet doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Mc Gregor is tightening it up a little... Pinakamalupet has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Pinakamalupet reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Pinakamalupet taps out! Nice BJJ there by Mc Gregor!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:28 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Brano Mc Gregor!
Brano Mc Gregor thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: DFC Asylum 23
Date: Jan 21, 2017

#R1##CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Mc Gregor tries for a takedown but Jackson manages to get underhooks. #TD2#
Mc Gregor ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Mc Gregor no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #SUB2#
Mc Gregor has his foot on Jackson's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Jackson works his way back into a safe position though.
Jackson is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at England Fight Club MMA that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Mc Gregor looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#ES2#
Mc Gregor uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Mc Gregor swings and misses with a hook to the body. #CL2#
Mc Gregor pushes Jackson up against the cage in a clinch.
Mc Gregor lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Jackson or not.
Mc Gregor lands an elbow that stopped Jackson in his tracks for a moment.
Mc Gregor throws an elbow but it misses.
Mc Gregor pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mc Gregor drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Mc Gregor tries for a takedown. No joy.
Super Foot Jackson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Brano Mc Gregor.#T1#
Jackson is trying to force a seperation but Mc Gregor has the dominant position.
Mc Gregor scores with a knee to the head.
A frustrated look appears on Jackson's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Jackson looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Jackson is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Mc Gregor is keeping busy.#TD2#
Mc Gregor decides to pull guard.
Mc Gregor throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Mc Gregor wants to get back to his feet but Jackson is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Mc Gregor working for a triangle but Jackson defends it easily. #SUB2#
Mc Gregor looking for a triangle here. Jackson is fighting it but it looks tight! Mc Gregor pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Jackson is tapping out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Brano Mc Gregor!
Our winner, Brano Mc Gregor, 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: DFC Asylum XX
Date: Dec 31, 2016

#R1#
Mc Gregor throws a shot to the body.
Mc Gregor wants to clinch up but Fem keeps it at a distance.
Brano Mc Gregor seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Mc Gregor closes the distance and clinches.
Mc Gregor is trying to break free.#TD#
Mc Gregor jumps guard and drags Fem to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #SUB#
Fem got a little sloppy there for a moment and Mc Gregor has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Fem has managed to get both his arms back between Mc Gregor's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Mc Gregor working for a triangle but Fem defends it easily.
Mc Gregor preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SUB#
Mc Gregor looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Fem stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Mc Gregor swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mc Gregor keeping moving, preventing Fem from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Mc Gregor throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Mc Gregor throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Mc Gregor is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Russian Fighting Community Gym that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.#T1##SUB#
Mc Gregor escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Fem gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Mc Gregor wants to sweep here but Fem controlling him for the moment.
Mc Gregor working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Fem.
Fem trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Fem is looking to work some ground and pound but Mc Gregor has wrist control.
Mc Gregor working a defensive guard here. #SUB#
Mc Gregor is looking for a triangle but Fem pushes his legs off easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mc Gregor looking to hit a scissor sweep but Fem is one step ahead there.
Fem keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Mc Gregor's head.#SUB#
Mc Gregor had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Fem defends it easily.
Fem with a flurry of punches that miss. #T2##SUB#
Mc Gregor is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Fem is aware though and is defending well.
Fem controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Fem with a flurry of punches that miss. #ES#
Mc Gregor manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Mc Gregor takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Mc Gregor tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Fem swivels and escapes.
Horrible takedown attempt by Mc Gregor or perhaps it was just good defense by Fem, which made it look bad.
Mc Gregor tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Fem paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Fem avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Jab by Fem.
Mc Gregor shoots for a double leg takedown but Fem sprawls well. He's pushed Mc Gregor's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Brano Mc Gregor. That's going to take a lot out of him.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nice shot lands for Fem.
Mc Gregor drops his hands momentarily and Fem takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Fem manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#T3#
Mc Gregor shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Mc Gregor fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Fem lands with an uppercut that bounces Mc Gregor off the cage and back into range.
Fem fails to land with a series of punches.
Fem cracks Mc Gregor with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#CL#
Mc Gregor fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Fem, pushing him back against the cage.
Fem tries to land knees in the clinch but Mc Gregor avoids the damage to the body. #TD#
Mc Gregor pulls guard.
Fem postures up.
Mc Gregor throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land. #SUB#
Mc Gregor is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Fem prevents Mc Gregor from getting back to his feet.
Fem looking to pass the guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Fem accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Fem passes easily into side control. Nice work.#T4#
Mc Gregor sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Mc Gregor is looking to improve his position.
Fem trying to pass the guard but Mc Gregor defending well.
Fem has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Fem not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mc Gregor is looking to control Fem's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Mc Gregor avoid being mounted?
Fem tries to pass the half guard into mount. Mc Gregor knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Fem missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Mc Gregor wants to improve his position but Fem is controlling well.
Mc Gregor is looking to escape.
Fem has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
The referee warns Mc Gregor that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Mc Gregor regains half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Nummer Fem dominated that round.
That's time! Mc Gregor's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Fem uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mc Gregor.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch but Fem moves out of range.
Nummer Fem seems to be getting the better of the standup.#CL#
Mc Gregor forces Fem back against the cage and clinches.
Fem stops a takedown attempt from Mc Gregor.
Mc Gregor is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Fem gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Fem misses with a hook to the ribs.
Mc Gregor tries to break free but Fem pushes him back against the cage.#BC#
Mc Gregor breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Fem lands a two punch combo.
Fem scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Mc Gregor doesn't seem bothered though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mc Gregor tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Fem paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Mc Gregor darts in looking for a takedown but Fem gets double underhooks and turns Mc Gregor into the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Brano Mc Gregor. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nice shot lands for Fem.
Mc Gregor throws a sloppy head kick and Fem moves out of range easily.
Fem avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #T1#
Nice jab there from Fem.
Fem feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Mc Gregors jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Mc Gregor on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Fem circles away from the clinch attempt. #CL#
Mc Gregor fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Fem, pushing him back against the cage.#TD2#
Fem successfully pulls guard. #SU#
Mc Gregor gets to his feet - Fem follows without any prompting.
Mc Gregor shoots in but no luck this time.
Fem has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Fem leaves Mc Gregor with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Fem punishes Mc Gregor's body with a nice straight punch.
Mc Gregor takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mc Gregor goes for a double leg but Fem avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Fem continues to drive forward.#T2#
Mc Gregor takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch up.
Fem's jab looks to have found its range, popping Mc Gregor under the eye.
Mc Gregor shoots in but no luck this time.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Fem! But no joy.
Fem moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Mc Gregor tries to close the distance and clinch up but Fem swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Mc Gregor has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Fem finds it's way round the side to connect with Mc Gregor's head.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Fem throws a head kick that Mc Gregor semi-blocks.
Fem misses with a left hand
and Mc Gregor counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Fem thinking.
Fem keeps the fight on the outside.#CL#
Mc Gregor closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC#
Mc Gregor breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T3#
Mc Gregor dodges the punch combination from Fem.
Mc Gregor misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Mc Gregor is looking to clinch but Fem is avoiding it.
Mc Gregor fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Brano Mc Gregor is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Mc Gregor shoots in and drives through. Fem sprawls well.
Mc Gregor closes the distance but Fem moves to the side
and Fem counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Fem lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Fem jabs Mc Gregor right on the nose. Mc Gregor blinks but takes it well.
Mc Gregor misses with a lunging right hand
and Fem connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T4#
Fem lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt! #ROC2#
Mc Gregor is rocked!
Fem lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Oh Mc Gregor is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
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!
Fem pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Fem connects with a body shot that sends Mc Gregor's belly button to the back.
A head kick misses from Fem.
Mc Gregor fails with an attempt to clinch.
Mc Gregor seems to have got his legs back now.
Mc Gregor moves in looking to clinch but Fem pushes him off.
Fem avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Mc Gregor shoots in for a takedown but Fem shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Mc Gregor is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Fem swats away the attempt to clinch by Mc Gregor.
Fem lands with a shot to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Nummer Fem showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Mc Gregor throws a looping overhand right but Fem ducks down to avoid it.
Fem swats away the attempt to clinch by Mc Gregor.
Mc Gregor takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#CL#
Mc Gregor forces Fem back against the cage and clinches.
Fem tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Mc Gregor smiles and moves away.
Fem checks a low kick from Mc Gregor.
Nice jab there from Fem.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Mc Gregor.
Mc Gregor slips a jab from Fem.
Mc Gregor gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Fem connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Mc Gregor drops his hands momentarily and Fem takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Mc Gregor connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Fem scores with a shot to the body.
Mc Gregor fails in his attempt to clinch.
Mc Gregor throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Fem looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A telegraphed right hand from Fem misses the target.
Mc Gregor fails in his attempt to clinch.
Fem throws out a counter right but Mc Gregor avoids it with no problem.
Mc Gregor looks to clinch
and Fem cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Mc Gregor shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Fem is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Mc Gregor with a body shot.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Brano Mc Gregor. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Mc Gregor is looking to clinch but Fem is avoiding it.
No joy there for Fem, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Fem manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Fem misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #T2#
Fem stuffs the takedown.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch up.
Mc Gregor has his takedown stuffed
and Fem counters with a left to the body.
Fem throws a sloppy head kick and Mc Gregor moves out of range easily.
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!
Fem misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Sloppy strikes from Fem. Those never looked like landing.
Fem doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Mc Gregor counters with a flying knee. Nice.
Fem looks to score with a jab to the body but Mc Gregor is just out of range.
Mc Gregor misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#T3#
Nice body punch from Fem.
Mc Gregor tries for a takedown but Fem sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Fem lands with a straight right. Mc Gregor didn't see that one coming.
Mc Gregor stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Mc Gregor wants it to stay on the feet.
Mc Gregor swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Fem counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Fem swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC2#
Fem breaks the clinch.
Fem jabs at Mc Gregor's body.
Mc Gregor tries to close the distance and clinch up but Fem swats him away and circles back towards the center. #T4#
Fem digs a good body shot into Mc Gregor's ribs.
Fem lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Fem throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Mc Gregor counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Nummer Fem is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Fem throws a sloppy head kick and Mc Gregor moves out of range easily.
Mc Gregor half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#CL#
Mc Gregor has managed to clinch.
Fem drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Fem stops a takedown attempt from Mc Gregor.
Brano Mc Gregor has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Fem blocks the elbow strike. #BC2#
Fem breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Mc Gregor shoots in but Fem avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Fem throws a counter combo.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Igor Prikhodko scores the fight 27:30
Judge Sergei Dronov scores the fight 27:30
Judge Viktor Lagutenko scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nummer Fem!

Event: DFC Asylum 17
Date: Dec 09, 2016

#R1#
Mc Gregor doesn't manage to clinch there - Bates circles away.
Bates has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Mc Gregor is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Mc Gregor checks a low kick from Bates.#CL#
Mc Gregor darts in and clinches Bates up against the cage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Bates.
Bates stops a takedown attempt from Mc Gregor.
Bates blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Mc Gregor is trying to push Bates away but Bates has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Bates is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Mc Gregor is defending well for now.
Bates with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Bates prevents the takedown attempt.
Bates with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Bates throws a punch but it's blocked by Mc Gregor.
Mc Gregor is trying to pull guard but Bates has him pressed against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Brano Mc Gregor. 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.
Mc Gregor avoiding damage as Bates throws knees to the body.
Bates swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Bates's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Bates goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bates pushes off an throws an elbow but Mc Gregor leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.#T1#
Bates is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Mc Gregor gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Our sources have told us that Mc Gregor has been working on his elbows in the gym.
Mc Gregor tries to pull guard but Bates won't allow it.
Bates with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Mc Gregor avoiding damage as Bates throws knees to the body.
Bates prevents a takedown attempt there.
Bates has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Mc Gregor is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#BC#
Mc Gregor breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Mc Gregor avoids a kick to the body.
Bates keeps the fight on the outside.#CL#
Mc Gregor forces Bates back against the cage and clinches.
Bates misses with a body punch.
Mc Gregor avoids a wild elbow strike from Bates.
Mc Gregor tries to pull guard but Bates won't allow it.
Mc Gregor wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Mc Gregor is trying to pull guard but Bates has him pressed against the cage.#BC#
Mc Gregor breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Bates darts in looking for a takedown but Mc Gregor gets double underhooks and turns Bates into the cage. #T2#
Bates throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#TD#
Mc Gregor shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Bates is trying to defend but Mc Gregor finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Bates wants to control but Mc Gregor is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Mc Gregor is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mc Gregor wants to lay and pray for a moment but Bates keeps working. #SUB#
Bates is defending against the submission attempts here by Mc Gregor.
Bates is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Mc Gregor scores with a couple of nice shots.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Bates is defending against the submission attempts here by Mc Gregor. #T3##SUB#
Mc Gregor wants to work for an arm triangle but Bates is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Bates trying to hold on to Mc Gregor's head to control him but Mc Gregor postures up.
Bates is looking for a sweep. Mc Gregor is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Mc Gregor 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.
Bates makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Bates.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Bates looking to control.
Bates looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Mc Gregor trying to control but Bates is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Mc Gregor avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Mc Gregor looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Mc Gregor drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Bates dives on top into guard.#REVB#
Mc Gregor is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bates postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#SUB#
Mc Gregor looking for a guillotine here but Bates defends easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Brano Mc Gregor will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Mc Gregor tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #CL#
Mc Gregor has managed to clinch.
Mc Gregor blocks a body shot from Bates.
A nice right hand lands inside from Mc Gregor.
Bates putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Mc Gregor in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Mc Gregor blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Bates is trying to drag Mc Gregor to the mat but Mc Gregor just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#TD#
Mc Gregor manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Mc Gregor 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.
Mc Gregor keeping moving, preventing Bates from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mc Gregor looking for a sweep. Not yet Mc Gregor, not yet.
Mc Gregor on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Mc Gregor tries to get out of the position.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Bates's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #T1##SUB#
Bates got a little sloppy there for a moment and Mc Gregor has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Bates has managed to get both his arms back between Mc Gregor's legs - danger averted.
Mc Gregor looking for a sweep. Not yet Mc Gregor, not yet.
Mc Gregor is trying to keep Bates in close. #SUB#
Mc Gregor has his foot on Bates's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Bates works his way back into a safe position though.
Bates lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Mc Gregor wants to improve his position but instead Bates has moved into half guard.
Mc Gregor is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Bates scores with a couple of nice shots.
Mc Gregor is looking to improve his position.
Bates working over Mc Gregor with some ground and pound. Mc Gregor looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Bates wants to control but Mc Gregor is keeping him busy.
Bates blocks the strikes from Mc Gregor. #T2#
Mc Gregor is not content to let Bates control the position.
Mc Gregor is looking for a sweep. Bates is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Mc Gregor moves into full guard.
Bates is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Bates working some strikes from top position.
Bates has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Bates with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Bates trying to control but Mc Gregor is working from the bottom.
Mc Gregor looking to hit a scissor sweep but Bates is one step ahead there. #SUB#
Mc Gregor escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Bates gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Mc Gregor looking to hit a scissor sweep but Bates is one step ahead there. #T3##SUB#
Mc Gregor is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Mc Gregor looking for a guillotine here but Bates defends easily.
Bates sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB#
Mc Gregor looking for a guillotine here but Bates defends easily.
Bates connects with a couple of short punches.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Bates lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#SUB#
Mc Gregor is looking for a triangle but Bates pushes his legs off easily.
Bates connects with a couple of short punches.
Mc Gregor looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Mc Gregor is trying to control the position but Bates postures up.
Mc Gregor wants to sweep here but Bates controlling him for the moment.
Mc Gregor wants to get back to his feet but Bates is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Mc Gregor is trying to keep Bates in close.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bates working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #SUB#
Mc Gregor is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Bates is aware though and is defending well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Micheal Bates will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! And we move into the final round!
#R3##CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Mc Gregor on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Mc Gregor working hard to break the clinch.
Mc Gregor drops down looking for an ankle pick but Bates pulls his leg out and moves away.
Mc Gregor tries to close the distance and clinch but Bates swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Mc Gregor missing with a left hand there. Bates was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #CL2#
Bates has Mc Gregor up against the cage in a clinch.
Mc Gregor is trying to drag Bates to the mat but Bates just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Mc Gregor avoiding damage as Bates throws knees to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mc Gregor prevents a takedown attempt there.
Micheal Bates seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Bates drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Mc Gregor gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Bates swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T1#
Bates goes for a takedown in the clinch but Mc Gregor prevents it.
Brano Mc Gregor has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Micheal Bates.#BC#
Mc Gregor breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch but Bates moves out of range.
Bates cracks the inside of Mc Gregor's front leg.
Mc Gregor wants to clinch.#CL#
Mc Gregor gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Bates letting Mc Gregor take a breather here.
Bates tries to land knees in the clinch but Mc Gregor avoids the damage to the body. #T2#
Bates is looking to take this one to the mat.
Mc Gregor struggles to land a body shot inside as Bates controls his hands.
Mc Gregor fails to pull guard.
Mc Gregor prevents a body shot from Bates.
Mc Gregor managing to block the knees to the body from Bates.
Mc Gregor is looking for a takedown.
Mc Gregor tries to break the clinch but Bates is controlling the position.
Mc Gregor blocking some punches.
Mc Gregor tries to work over Bates's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Mc Gregor lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Bates backwards.
Bates pressing his opponent against the cage.
Mc Gregor on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Bates trying to control the position but instead, Mc Gregor has worked for underhooks and has pushed Bates into the cage.
Mc Gregor is working for takedown but Bates is calmly controlling the position for now.#T3##TD2#
Bates gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Mc Gregor wants to get back to full guard.
Mc Gregor is looking to control Bates's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Mc Gregor avoid being mounted?
Mc Gregor is looking to improve his position. #T4#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Bates wants to lay and pray for a moment but Mc Gregor keeps working.
Mc Gregor wants to improve his position but Bates is controlling well.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Bates in particular looking to stall.#SU2#
Bates decides to stand up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#CL#
Mc Gregor rushes Bates and presses him up against the cage.

And that's the end of the fight!
Micheal Bates comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Bates 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 Viktor Lagutenko scores the fight 29:28
Judge Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 27:30
Judge Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Micheal Bates!

Event: DFC Asylum 13
Date: Nov 11, 2016

#R1#
Black misses with a looping left.
Mc Gregor lands with a nice combination. Black backs away looking to recover.#CL2#
Mc Gregor moves into the clinch.
Black tries to stall but Mc Gregor uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Mc Gregor is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Black to keep the fight standing.#BC#
Black breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Black walks into a stiff left hand from Mc Gregor.
Black swats away the attempt to clinch by Mc Gregor.
Mc Gregor throws an ugly left hook that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Mc Gregor misses with a lunging right hand
and Black makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Mc Gregor really felt that one!
Brano Mc Gregor seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Black throws a looping overhand right but Mc Gregor ducks down to avoid it.
Black throws a nice inside leg kick.
Mc Gregor doesn't manage to clinch there - Black circles away.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mc Gregor closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Mc Gregor tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Black makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.#T1##CL2#
Mc Gregor closes the distance and clinches.
Mc Gregor is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Black lands a body punch.
Black blocks an elbow strike.
A short right from Black on the inside.
Black lands a nice shot to the body.
Mc Gregor can't break the clinch.
Black blocking some punches.
Black lands a shot to the body.
Mc Gregor told us before the fight that he's been working on his elbows. An under utilised technique these days - let's see if it can sway the outcome of the fight.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Black.
Black blocks an elbow strike.#BC#
Black breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Black works the jab nicely.#CL#
Black moves into range and clinches up with Mc Gregor.
Mc Gregor can't break the clinch.
Mc Gregor is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Black to keep the fight standing.#T2#
Mc Gregor tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Black just stands there and leans against the cage.
Jason Black has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Brano Mc Gregor.
Mc Gregor wants to break the clinch but can't.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Mc Gregor is trying to force a seperation but Black has the dominant position.#BC#
Black breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Black throws a jab when Mc Gregor was well out of range.
Mc Gregor takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mc Gregor takes a jab right on the kisser. #CL#
Mc Gregor tries to keep at a distance but Black has taken the fight into the clinch.
Black lands with a right to the head.
Mc Gregor prevents a body shot from Black.
Mc Gregor jumps guard but Black stands there with Mc Gregor around his waist. Mc Gregor gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Mc Gregor is trying to break the clinch but Black has him pressed against the cage. #BC#
Black's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Black lands a right hook to the body. #T3#
Mc Gregor tries to close the distance and clinch but Black swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Mc Gregor swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Black counters with a big head kick but Mc Gregor shrugs it off. #CL2#
Mc Gregor rushes Black and presses him up against the cage.
Black gets through Mc Gregor's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Black stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Black.
Mc Gregor is trying to pull guard but Black has him pressed against the cage.
Nice body punch from Black.
Mc Gregor tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Black avoids it.
A right hand to the body from Black.
Black pushes Mc Gregor back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Mc Gregor jumps guard but Black stands there with Mc Gregor around his waist. Mc Gregor gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Black lands a hook that snaps the head of Mc Gregor backwards.
Mc Gregor misses with the head strike. #BC#
Black manages to break the clinch.
Black fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Mc Gregor has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mc Gregor wants to clinch
and Black counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Mc Gregor thinking. #T4#
Mc Gregor tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Black manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Good exchange - Black coming out on top.
We've been told by Black's head coaches at Wilder MMA that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Black throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Mc Gregor on the side of the head. #CL2#
Mc Gregor fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Black, pushing him back against the cage.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Black gets through Mc Gregor's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Mc Gregor can't get the takedown.
Still in the clinch, Black scores with a nice short uppercut.
Mc Gregor content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Mc Gregor effectively controlling the action here.
Black lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Black lands with a right to the head.
Mc Gregor trying to land knees to the body. #BC#
Black breaks from the clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
The fight stays on the outside here - Mc Gregor looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jason Black dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Mc Gregor throws a series of punches but Black moves out of range.
Mc Gregor moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Black is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Mc Gregor can do to turn this around?#CL2#
Mc Gregor has taken the fight to the clinch.
Mc Gregor gets through Black's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Mc Gregor wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Jason Black has scored more points in the clinch so far.#BC#
Black's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Mc Gregor fails with the takedown.#TD2#
Mc Gregor looking for a takedown here - he's got it.#ES#
Black has his feet on Mc Gregor's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mc Gregor is trying hard to land a takedown here. Black sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Mc Gregor tries for a takedown but Black sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Jason Black has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Brano Mc Gregor.#CL2#
Mc Gregor gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC#
Black breaks from the clinch. #T1#
Black's corner calls for a 1-2. Black obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Mc Gregor looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Black connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Black throws a series of punches but Mc Gregor moves out of range.
Black connects with a good right hand that stumbles Mc Gregor. Mc Gregor circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Black digs a good hook to Mc Gregor's body.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Black stuns Mc Gregor with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#CL2#
Mc Gregor clinches up against the cage.
Mc Gregor wants to get back to striking at distance but Black won't allow it.
Black working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Black lands a left hand that snaps the head of Mc Gregor backwards.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Black gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Mc Gregor.
Mc Gregor is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Black is defending well for now.
Black pushes Mc Gregor back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#T2#
Still in the clinch, Black scores with a nice short uppercut.
Mc Gregor tries to pull guard but Black won't allow it.
Black will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Mc Gregor up against the cage.
A hook to the body from Black.
A nice right hand lands inside from Black.
Mc Gregor stalling. #BC#
Black breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Brano Mc Gregor is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL#
Black instigates a clinch.
Mc Gregor lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Mc Gregor wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Black stalls.
Black pushes Mc Gregor back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Mc Gregor is trying to break free.
Black stalls. #T3#
Black prevents a takedown attempt there.
Mc Gregor wants to take the fight to the mat but Black manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Mc Gregor is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Mc Gregor is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Black is defending well.
Black lands a shot to the body.
Mc Gregor can't break the clinch.
Black lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Mc Gregor tries to score a body lock takedown but Black shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Mc Gregor is breathing heavily.
Mc Gregor tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Black scores with a shoulder strike.
Black stalling the fight.
Mc Gregor is looking to take this one to the mat.
Black slowing the pace effectively.#BC#
Black breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Mc Gregor is defended easily by Black.#T4##CL2#
Mc Gregor has managed to clinch.
Black lands a shot to the body.
Black lands a body shot in the clinch.
Mc Gregor is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Black is keeping busy.
Mc Gregor tries to pull guard but Black holds him up against the cage and eventually Mc Gregor drops back down to his feet. #BC#
Black breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Mc Gregor misses with a double jab
and Mc Gregor takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mc Gregor tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Black manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Jason Black is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Good shot there by Black.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jason Black dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Mc Gregor moves in looking to clinch but Black pushes him off.
Mc Gregor fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Black avoids it really well and circles away.#CL2#
Mc Gregor gets a clinch.
Black dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Black scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Black prevents Mc Gregor from breaking the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head punch on the inside from Mc Gregor fails to land. #BC2#
Mc Gregor breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Nice jab there from Black.
Mc Gregor looks to clinch
letting Black counter with a right hand.
Black jabs Mc Gregor right on the nose. Mc Gregor blinks but takes it well.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch
and Black counters with a straight right hand.#T1#
Mc Gregor gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Black.
Mc Gregor will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#CL2#
Mc Gregor closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Black will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Mc Gregor up against the cage.
Mc Gregor tries to pull guard but Black forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Jason Black has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Brano Mc Gregor.
Black pressing his opponent against the cage.
Mc Gregor has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Black avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Black stops a takedown attempt from Mc Gregor.
Mc Gregor takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Black pushes Mc Gregor back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mc Gregor.
Black pushes Mc Gregor back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Black. #T2#
Black lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Mc Gregor tries to pull guard but Black holds him up against the cage and eventually Mc Gregor drops back down to his feet.
A nice left hand lands by Black.
Black stalls.
Mc Gregor is trying to stall. #BC#
Black pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL#
Black has closed the distance and engaged Mc Gregor in a clinch.
Black lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Mc Gregor backwards.
Black misses with a hook to the ribs.
Mc Gregor wants to break free but Black has control.
Black struggles to land a body shot inside as Mc Gregor controls his hands.
Black blocking some punches.
Black working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Black creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Mc Gregor tries to land knees in the clinch but Black avoids the damage to the body. #T3#
Black lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Mc Gregor backwards.
Mc Gregor is trying to break the clinch but Black is controlling him.
The referee is keeping an eye on Black - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters. #BC2#
Mc Gregor breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Mc Gregor tries for a takedown but Black circles away easily
and Black counters with a nice uppercut.
Black thumps Mc Gregor with a low kick.#CL#
Black closes the distance and clinches.
Black gets through Mc Gregor's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Black lands a shot to the body.
Mc Gregor misses with an elbow over the top.
Mc Gregor tries to break free but Black pushes him back against the cage.#BC2#
Mc Gregor pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Mc Gregor moves to clinch but Black breaks away
and Black counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Jason Black is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
Mc Gregor rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Black moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Black appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Black lands with a kick to the ribs.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mc Gregor takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Black counters with a solid body kick.
Mc Gregor closes the distance looking to clinch
and Black counters with a straight right hand.
Brano Mc Gregor has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Black throws a front kick that sends Mc Gregor stumbling back into the cage.
Black connects with a crisp jab.
Mc Gregor wants to clinch
and Mc Gregor takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Mc Gregor misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Mc Gregor throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Mc Gregor has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Black avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A quick step to the side and Black tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
A head kick misses from Mc Gregor.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jason Black showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Black 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 Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 30:27
Judge Aleksandr Martynov scores the fight 30:27
Judge Sergei Dronov scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jason Black!
During a confident post fight interview, Jason Black thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: DFC Asylum 8
Date: Oct 01, 2016

#R1#
Mc Gregor misses with an uppercut
and Drogba counters with a nice uppercut.
Drogba throws a body punch but Mc Gregor moves out of range.
Drogba throws a body shot but no joy.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch up but Drogba circles away and keeps his distance.
Mc Gregor tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Drogba connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch but Drogba moves out of range.
Drogba circles away from the clinch attempt
and Drogba counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mc Gregor dives in for a single leg takedown but Drogba sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Drogba swats away the attempt to clinch by Mc Gregor.
Mc Gregor throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Drogba's waist but Drogba gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Mc Gregor off to one side.
Drogba swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#CL#
Drogba clinches up with Mc Gregor and pushes him back against the cage.#T1#
Mc Gregor trying to control the position but instead, Drogba has worked for underhooks and has pushed Mc Gregor into the cage.
Drogba lands a body shot in the clinch.
Mc Gregor fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Didier Drogba has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Brano Mc Gregor.
Mc Gregor changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Drogba fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Drogba keeps the fight on the outside.
Mc Gregor closes the distance looking to clinch
and Drogba counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Drogba just misses with a punch to the body.
Despite the aggression on Mc Gregor's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch but Drogba moves out of range.
Mc Gregor throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Drogba counters with a two punch combo.
Good shot there by Drogba.#CL#
Drogba gets in close and instigates a clinch. #TD2#
Mc Gregor manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #T2#
Drogba seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #SUB2#
Mc Gregor has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Drogba 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 Mc Gregor.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mc Gregor tries to bench press Drogba off him but Drogba keeps the position.
Drogba in side control, just content to control the action for now.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Mc Gregor can do anything to dispel that myth.
Mc Gregor tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T3#
Drogba remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
Mc Gregor tries to improve position but can't.
Mc Gregor seems a little lost for a moment, as Drogba dominates the positioning.
Mc Gregor tries to bench press Drogba off him but Drogba keeps the position. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
A lull in the action here.
Mc Gregor is looking for a sweep.
Mc Gregor is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Mc Gregor told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Mc Gregor wants to get back to full guard but Drogba has passed into side control.
Mc Gregor tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Drogba wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Mc Gregor gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Mc Gregor wants to improve his position but Drogba is controlling well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Didier Drogba dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Drogba scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#CL2#
Mc Gregor drives through and clinches with Drogba against the cage.
Mc Gregor has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Drogba avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Drogba prevents Mc Gregor from breaking the clinch.
Drogba displaying some good clinch control by pressing Mc Gregor up against the cage.
Mc Gregor wants to take the fight to the mat but Drogba manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Mc Gregor jumps guard but Drogba stands there with Mc Gregor around his waist. Mc Gregor gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Didier Drogba has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Brano Mc Gregor.
Mc Gregor scores with an uppercut up the middle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Drogba is stalling here.
Mc Gregor lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Drogba backwards.
Drogba lands a right hand. #T1#
Mc Gregor trying to control the position but instead, Drogba has worked for underhooks and has pushed Mc Gregor into the cage.
Mc Gregor wants to take the fight to the mat but Drogba manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Drogba keeps control of Mc Gregor as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Drogba prevents Mc Gregor from breaking the clinch.
Drogba stalling.
Mc Gregor tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Drogba keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Mc Gregor's efforts to push away.
Mc Gregor misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Mc Gregor manages to break the clinch. #CL2#
Mc Gregor has taken the fight to the clinch.
The referee calls for Drogba to work.
Drogba prevents a takedown attempt there.
Drogba is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Mc Gregor can do to turn this around?#T2#
Drogba is stalling here.
Mc Gregor is trying to pull guard but Drogba has him pressed against the cage.
Mc Gregor is working for takedown but Drogba is calmly controlling the position for now.
Mc Gregor is trying to break free.
Drogba being controlled against the cage.
Drogba avoiding damage. #TD2#
Mc Gregor jumps guard and drags Drogba to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Mc Gregor controls Drogba momentarily but Drogba frees himself. #SUB2#
Mc Gregor isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Drogba stacks Mc Gregor 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 Drogba!#T3#
Mc Gregor is looking to regain half guard here but Drogba keeps moving and retains side control.
Mc Gregor is being controlled here.
Mc Gregor tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Drogba wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Drogba staying calm.
Mc Gregor is trying to buck Drogba off.
Mc Gregor is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Mc Gregor is trying to control Drogba's posture but Drogba avoids it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Didier Drogba will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Mc Gregor fails with a takedown attempt.
Drogba is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Mc Gregor.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch but Drogba moves out of range.
Didier Drogba is winning the standup battle so far.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch up
and Drogba counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Mc Gregor thinking.
We've been told by Drogba's head coaches at Jobber Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Mc Gregor throws a jab when Drogba was well out of range.
Drogba is looking to counter punch.
Drogba tries to close the distance and clinch up but Mc Gregor swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Drogba throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mc Gregor shoots in but Drogba avoids the takedown attempt easily.#CL2#
Mc Gregor has taken the fight to the clinch.
Drogba misses with a punch to the body. #T1#
Drogba lands an uppercut.
Mc Gregor looking to throw knees to the head but Drogba is blocking nicely.
Drogba scores with a hook to the body.
Drogba struggles to land a body shot inside as Mc Gregor controls his hands.
Drogba lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Mc Gregor backwards.
Mc Gregor throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Drogba blocks it with crossed arms.
Drogba blocks an elbow strike from Mc Gregor.
Drogba misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Mc Gregor is trying to break the clinch but Drogba is controlling him.
Drogba blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Mc Gregor jumps guard but Drogba stands there with Mc Gregor around his waist. Mc Gregor gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Didier Drogba has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Brano Mc Gregor.
Drogba is leaning against Mc Gregor and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
The referee is keeping an eye on Drogba - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
A bit of stalling here from Drogba. #T2#
A short right hand to the side of the head by Drogba.
Drogba lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Mc Gregor backwards.
Drogba displaying some good clinch control by pressing Mc Gregor up against the cage.#BC2#
Mc Gregor breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Mc Gregor moves in looking to clinch but Drogba pushes him off.
Didier Drogba is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Drogba with a body punch. A glancing blow.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mc Gregor shoots in looking for a takedown but Drogba manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Mc Gregor's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
The crowd cheers as Drogba lands an impressive looking overhand right. Mc Gregor doesn't seem phased though.
Drogba lands a jab to Mc Gregor's midsection.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch up
and Drogba counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Mc Gregor thinking.
Mc Gregor takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T3#
Mc Gregor tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Mc Gregor takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Drogba changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Drogba jabs at Mc Gregor's body.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Drogba counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Mc Gregor walks into a left hand.
Jab by Drogba.
Mc Gregor tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Drogba paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Jab, jab by Drogba - just one landing.
Drogba lands a really nice looking cross but Mc Gregor seems unphased.
Mc Gregor takes a shot right to the bread basket.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mc Gregor wants to clinch but Drogba slips to the side
and Drogba counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Mc Gregor thinking.
Brano Mc Gregor seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Drogba ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mc Gregor moves away.
Drogba leaves Mc Gregor with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
A quick step to the side and Drogba tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.#T4#
Drogba scores with a body shot.
Drogba lands a nice hook to Mc Gregor's body. Mc Gregor takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Mc Gregor takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Brano Mc Gregor has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Drogba closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Nice uppercut lands for Drogba. That snapped Mc Gregor's head back.
Drogba cracks Mc Gregor with a good jab.
Drogba lands a slapping body shot.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch but Drogba moves away
and Drogba counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CL#
Drogba clinches with his opponent.
Mc Gregor misses with a body punch.
Mc Gregor is looking for a takedown.
Drogba scores with a shot to the side of Mc Gregor's head.
Drogba misses with a hook to the ribs.

And that's the end of the fight!
Didier Drogba showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Drogba 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 Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 29:28
Judge Igor Prikhodko scores the fight 30:26
Judge Valeri Chadov scores the fight 30:26

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Didier Drogba!
During a confident post fight interview, Didier Drogba thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: DFC Asylum 5
Date: Sep 10, 2016

#R1##CL#
Mc Gregor has taken the fight to the clinch. #BC#
Mc Gregor breaks from the clinch.
Kohli throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Mc Gregor.
Mc Gregor shoots for a double leg takedown but Kohli sprawls well. He's pushed Mc Gregor's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Kohli lands with a shot to the body.
Kohli misses with a lunging right hand
and Mc Gregor counters with a good low kick that Kohli was not able to check.
Mc Gregor lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Mc Gregor scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#CUT#
It looks like Virat Kohli has been cut.#CL#
Mc Gregor moves into the clinch.
Mc Gregor lands on the inside with an uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mc Gregor is trying to pull guard but Kohli turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
The referee is keeping an eye on Mc Gregor - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Mc Gregor will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Kohli up against the cage.
Mc Gregor has Kohli pushed against the cage.
Mc Gregor blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Mc Gregor blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T1#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kohli.
Kohli lands with a left to the head.
Mc Gregor tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Kohli just stands there and leans against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Brano Mc Gregor. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kohli swings wildly with an uppercut but Mc Gregor uses good head movement to avoid it.
Still in the clinch, Kohli scores with a nice short uppercut.
Knees in the clinch landing for Mc Gregor. #TD#
Mc Gregor pulls Kohli into guard.
Mc Gregor is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Russian Fighting Community Gym that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Mc Gregor looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kohli is one step ahead there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kohli pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Mc Gregor is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Mc Gregor throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Kohli pushes down on Mc Gregor's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Kohli trying to mount his opponent but Mc Gregor defends it. #T2#
Mc Gregor tries to roll over but Kohli keeps him under control.
Mc Gregor is working hard here to advance position.
Mc Gregor moves into full guard.
Kohli won't allow Mc Gregor to sweep him here. #SUB#
Mc Gregor looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Mc Gregor knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Kohli on the ground.
Mc Gregor wants to sweep here but Kohli controlling him for the moment. #ES#
Mc Gregor wriggles free and stands up.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL#
Kohli tries to keep at a distance but Mc Gregor has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC#
Mc Gregor breaks the clinch.
Mc Gregor tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Kohli defends well and Mc Gregor ends up having to push Kohli into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#T3#
Mc Gregor closes the distance and clinches up with Kohli, looking for a takedown. Mc Gregor pushes Kohli against the cage but Kohli circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
It seemed like Kohli was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Mc Gregor cracks Kohli with a good jab.
Kohli misses the shot to the body. #CL#
Mc Gregor rushes Kohli and presses him up against the cage.
Kohli tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Mc Gregor's elbow.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Mc Gregor.
Mc Gregor is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Kohli is defending well for now.
Kohli tries a body shot but Mc Gregor blocks it.
Mc Gregor fails to pull guard.
A head punch on the inside from Kohli fails to land.
Kohli misses with some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Mc Gregor.
A right handed body shot lands from Kohli.
Mc Gregor blocks an uppercut. #BC#
Mc Gregor breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Virat Kohli is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Mc Gregor slips a jab from Kohli.
The fight stays on the outside here - Mc Gregor looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T4##CL#
Mc Gregor instigates a clinch. #TD#
Mc Gregor decides to pull guard.
Kohli stopping the sweep attempt from Mc Gregor.
Kohli is pushing down on Mc Gregor's leg trying to pass to half guard. Mc Gregor is fighting to maintain full guard but Kohli has managed to sneak the leg through.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kohli tries to pass the half guard into mount. Mc Gregor knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Mc Gregor is looking for a sweep. Kohli is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Kohli passes to full mount! #SU2#
Kohli stands up from the dominant position, so we're back on the feet. #CL#
Mc Gregor moves into range and clinches up with Kohli.#BC#
Mc Gregor pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Brano Mc Gregor dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Virat Kohli's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Mc Gregor moves away from the strike by Kohli.
Kohli walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Mc Gregor is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kohli can do to turn this around?#CL#
Kohli gets tackled into the cage by Mc Gregor. Mc Gregor maintains the clinch.
Mc Gregor lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kohli backwards.
Mc Gregor goes for a takedown attempt but Kohli pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Mc Gregor fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Kohli throws a hook but Mc Gregor blocks it.
Kohli throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Mc Gregor shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Kohli but Kohli pushes him off and we're back to square one.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Brano Mc Gregor. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Mc Gregor wants to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Mc Gregor instigates a clinch. #T1##TD#
Mc Gregor jumps into guard, dragging Kohli to the mat.
Mc Gregor wants to sweep here but Kohli controlling him for the moment. #SU2#
Kohli stands up from Mc Gregor's guard - Kohli perhaps looking for a knockout.
Kohli connects with a body shot that sends Mc Gregor's belly button to the back.
Mc Gregor shoots in for a takedown but Kohli shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Mc Gregor wants to clinch.
Kohli circles away from the clinch attempt
and Kohli counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Mc Gregor cracks Kohli with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Mc Gregor wants to clinch.#T2##CL#
Mc Gregor drives through and clinches with Kohli against the cage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Mc Gregor. #TD#
Kohli is fighting off a takedown attempt but Mc Gregor is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Kohli to the mat. Kohli regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
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!
Mc Gregor controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Mc Gregor works over Kohli with some ground and pound from guard.
Kohli wants to stand up but Mc Gregor is controlling him. #SUB#
Mc Gregor has gone for a leg lock! Kohli slips out almost immediately though and dives into Mc Gregor's guard.#REVB#
Mc Gregor is trying to control the position but Kohli postures up. #T3##SUB#
Mc Gregor has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Kohli can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Kohli tries to free his leg and advance position but Mc Gregor is retaining full guard.
Mc Gregor tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Mc Gregor is looking for a triangle but Kohli pushes his legs off easily.
Kohli stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Mc Gregor swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Mc Gregor is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Mc Gregor wants to stand up but Kohli is controlling him. #SUB#
Mc Gregor looking for a guillotine here but Kohli defends easily.
Kohli stopping the sweep attempt from Mc Gregor.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB#
Kohli lying in Mc Gregor's guard like a wet fish here, stalling away. Mc Gregor decides he's had enough of all that nonsense - he escapes his hips and locks up an armbar! Wow, that was slick! Kohli taps! This one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:31 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Brano Mc Gregor!
A very excited looking Brano Mc Gregor 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: DFC Asylum
Date: Aug 13, 2016

#R1##CL2#
Mc Gregor clinches up against the cage.
Savkov lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Savkov is working for takedown but Mc Gregor is calmly controlling the position for now.
Nice body punch from Savkov - that landed with a thud.
Mc Gregor's coach down at Barbell Brigade - $700 was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Mc Gregor's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Savkov drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Mc Gregor gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Mc Gregor tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Savkov looking for a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Pavel Savkov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Mc Gregor looking for a takedown.
Mc Gregor blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A right hand to the body from Mc Gregor.
Savkov has been working on his balance at St Petersburg MMA Gym, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Mc Gregor.
Mc Gregor tries to pull guard but Savkov forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#BC2#
Mc Gregor pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Mc Gregor gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Mc Gregor pulls guard successfully.
Savkov lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Mc Gregor wants to sweep here but Savkov controlling him for the moment.
Savkov is working Mc Gregor over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #T1#
Savkov lands a couple of elbows.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Mc Gregor can do anything to dispel that myth.
Savkov landing with the ground and pound.
Savkov lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Mc Gregor looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Savkov postures up.
Savkov working some strikes from top position.
Savkov is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Savkov is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Mc Gregor wants to sweep here but Savkov controlling him for the moment.
Mc Gregor keeping moving, preventing Savkov from controlling successfully.
Savkov 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.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Savkov's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Savkov scoring with punches to the head and body.
Savkov with a nice head shot there.
Savkov lands a couple of elbows.#T2#
Savkov won't allow Mc Gregor to sweep him here.
Mc Gregor has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Savkov has passed into side control.
Savkov working the body and head with strikes.
Mc Gregor on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mc Gregor is looking for a sweep.
Savkov working the head with strikes.
Savkov working the head and body with strikes.
Mc Gregor on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Savkov looks up at the clock and then as Mc Gregor takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Savkov smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Savkov grinds an elbow into Mc Gregor's temple.
Savkov scoring with punches and elbows.
Mc Gregor tries to bench press Savkov off him but Savkov keeps the position.
Savkov is chipping away with strikes. #T3#
Check out the look on Savkov's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Mc Gregor wants to control but Savkov postures up.
Mc Gregor is looking to reverse the position.
Savkov cracks Mc Gregor with an elbow. That is naaassty.
A lull in the action here.
Mc Gregor is looking for a sweep.
A lull in the action here.
Savkov trying to control the action but Mc Gregor is working from the bottom.
Savkov grinds an elbow into Mc Gregor's temple.
Savkov is putting a hurting on Mc Gregor here, landing some big shots from side control. #T4#
Mc Gregor is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Savkov working the head with strikes.
Savkov scores with punches from side control.
Savkov lands a few punches from side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mc Gregor is looking for a sweep.
Savkov in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Savkov working the head with strikes.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Savkov lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face. #ROC#
Mc Gregor is rocked!
Savkov cracks Mc Gregor with a big right hand but Mc Gregor just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Mc Gregor is still in real trouble! Can Savkov finish him?
Savkov is looking to take a break and control but Mc Gregor is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Mc Gregor taking a bit of punishment here - Savkov scoring with strikes.
A big shot lands for Savkov! That's hurt Mc Gregor! Will he recover? Savkov fires away with more strikes and the referee has to step in to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Pavel Savkov!
Pavel Savkov 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: Survivor Tribal Stage Round 1b
Date: Jul 21, 2016

#R1#
A slow jab from Barbosa misses its intended target. #CL#
Mc Gregor moves into the clinch successfully.
Barbosa has Mc Gregor pressed against the cage.
Mc Gregor lands with a right to the head.
Mc Gregor is trying to pull guard but Barbosa has him pressed against the cage.
Mc Gregor with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Barbosa gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Mc Gregor.
Mc Gregor working hard to break the clinch.
Mc Gregor is stalling here.
Mc Gregor leaning his opponent against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mc Gregor pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Nice body punch from Barbosa.
Barbosa avoids a wild elbow strike from Mc Gregor.
Barbosa gets through Mc Gregor's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Barbosa tries a body shot but Mc Gregor blocks it. #T1##BC#
Mc Gregor breaks the clinch.
Barbosa has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Mc Gregor misses with a hook. Barbosa ducked under it nicely.
Mc Gregor looks for a takedown but Barbosa sprawls well.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Barbosa! But no joy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Brano Mc Gregor. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Mc Gregor with a lazy takedown attempt
and Barbosa counters with a stiff right hand.
Nice body punch from Barbosa.
Mc Gregor fails to land with a series of punches.
Mc Gregor with a poor takedown
and Barbosa cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Mc Gregor ducks right into an uppercut from Barbosa.
Barbosa scores with a jab. Mc Gregor acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #TD#
Mc Gregor shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Mc Gregor showed some decent athleticism there.
Mc Gregor is breathing heavily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Barbosa is trying to control but can't. #SUB2#
Barbosa actively working from the bottom here.#T2##SUB2#
Barbosa actively working from the bottom here.
Barbosa moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB2#
Barbosa looking for a guillotine here but Mc Gregor defends easily.
Barbosa looking to control.
Mc Gregor wants to get up but he can't break Barbosa's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Mc Gregor trying to control the position from guard on top but Barbosa is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Barbosa working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Mc Gregor doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Mc Gregor manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Barbosa controls Mc Gregor momentarily but Mc Gregor frees himself. #SUB2#
Barbosa pushes a forearm under Mc Gregor's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Mc Gregor is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Clayton Barbosa!
Clayton Barbosa bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: SPFC XI
Date: Jul 02, 2016

#R1#
Mc Gregor closes the distance but Drogba moves to the side
and Mc Gregor takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Mc Gregor misses with a two punch combination.
The crowd cheers as Drogba lands an impressive looking overhand right. Mc Gregor doesn't seem phased though.
Mc Gregor is looking to clinch but Drogba is avoiding it.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch up.
A jab from Drogba does it's job there.
A big right from Drogba misses.
Drogba lands a nice hook to Mc Gregor's body. Mc Gregor takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Mc Gregor fails with an attempt to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Drogba, as that shot connected.
Drogba listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
The crowd cheers as Drogba lands an impressive looking overhand right. Mc Gregor doesn't seem phased though.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mc Gregor doesn't manage to clinch there - Drogba circles away. #T1#
Mc Gregor shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Drogba counters with a nice uppercut.
Mc Gregor tries to close the distance and clinch up but Drogba swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Drogba swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A swing and a miss from Drogba.
Drogba scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Mc Gregor doesn't seem bothered though.
Mc Gregor wants to clinch
and Drogba cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Brano Mc Gregor seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Drogba ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Mc Gregor defending well as Drogba loads up on a big left hand.
Mc Gregor fails with an attempt to clinch.
Drogba is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Mc Gregor uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Drogba.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch but Drogba moves out of range.
Drogba looks to land a left hand but Mc Gregor moved out of range nicely.
Drogba is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.#T2#
Drogba throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Despite the aggression on Mc Gregor's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Drogba throws a jab but it's blocked by Mc Gregor.
Mc Gregor will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Drogba appears to be looking for a big counter.
Drogba lands with a nice body punch.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch but Drogba is having none of it.
Mc Gregor keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Drogba.
Drogba with a body punch. A glancing blow.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mc Gregor uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Drogba.
Drogba keeps the fight on the outside.
Mc Gregor shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Drogba counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Didier Drogba has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Brano Mc Gregor.
Mc Gregor darts in trying to clinch
and Drogba connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T3#
The fight stays on the outside here - Mc Gregor looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Drogba circles away from the clinch attempt
and Drogba counters with a straight right hand.
Mc Gregor misses with a takedown attempt
and Drogba counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Drogba lands with a nice body punch.
Didier Drogba is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Drogba jabs at Mc Gregor's body.
Drogba throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Mc Gregor doesn't manage to clinch there - Drogba circles away.
Drogba keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#T4#
Mc Gregor looks to clinch
and Drogba counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Drogba looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Drogba stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Mc Gregor fails with the takedown.
Mc Gregor takes a shot to the body in his stride.
We've been informed that Mc Gregor has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Mc Gregor closes the distance looking to clinch
and Mc Gregor takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mc Gregor tries to clinch but Drogba moves away
enabling Drogba to counter with a crisp jab.
Mc Gregor darts in trying to clinch
and Mc Gregor takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Didier Drogba dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Mc Gregor is looking to clinch.
Drogba misses with a few strikes there.
Drogba avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Mc Gregor is looking to clinch.
An attempted straight right counter from Drogba misses the target.
Mc Gregor shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Drogba pinned against the cage. Drogba gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch but Drogba is having none of it.
A punch combination from Drogba misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mc Gregor tries to close the distance and clinch up but Drogba swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Mc Gregor shoots in looking for a takedown. Drogba tries to sprawl out of it but Mc Gregor keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Drogba manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T1##CL2#
Mc Gregor gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Drogba avoids a wild elbow strike from Mc Gregor.
Drogba tries to work over Mc Gregor's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Drogba makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#BC#
Drogba breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Mc Gregor closes the distance looking to clinch
and Drogba counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Mc Gregor shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Drogba counters with a straight right hand.
Didier Drogba has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Brano Mc Gregor.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Mc Gregor. #T2##CL2#
Mc Gregor closes the distance and pushes Drogba back into the cage.#BC#
Drogba breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Drogba fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mc Gregor manages to avoid it.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch up
enabling Drogba to counter with a crisp jab. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#BC#
Drogba breaks from the clinch.
Mc Gregor closes the distance but Drogba moves to the side
and Drogba counters with a right hand to the body.
Drogba changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Didier Drogba is winning the standup battle so far.#T3#
Drogba lands the left hand.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch up but Drogba circles away and keeps his distance.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch up.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch but Drogba moves away
letting Drogba counter with a right hand.
Mc Gregor wants to clinch.
Mc Gregor is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Mc Gregor wants to clinch up but Drogba keeps it at a distance.
As Mc Gregor looks to move away, Drogba throws a big counter combo but Mc Gregor just gets out of the way.
Brano Mc Gregor is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Mc Gregor takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Drogba misses with a left hand
and Mc Gregor counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T4#
Nice shot by Drogba.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch but Drogba moves out of range.
Drogba tries to counter by clinching up but Mc Gregor breaks away and moves out of range.
Drogba works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Drogba keeps the fight on the outside.
Mc Gregor darts in trying to clinch
and Drogba counters with a nice uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mc Gregor shoots in looking for a takedown. Drogba tries to sprawl out of it but Mc Gregor keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Drogba manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch
and Drogba counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Drogba is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Mc Gregor can do to turn this around?
Drogba throws a hook but Mc Gregor avoids it easily.
Mc Gregor wants to counter with a clinch but Drogba pushes him away.
Drogba scores with a jab to the jaw.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Didier Drogba dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R3#
Mc Gregor is looking to clinch but Drogba is avoiding it.
Mc Gregor fails in his attempt to clinch.
Drogba swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Mc Gregor fails in his attempt to clinch.
Drogba was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Drogba throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Mc Gregor wants to clinch up but Drogba keeps it at a distance.
Mc Gregor doesn't manage to clinch there - Drogba circles away.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch but Drogba moves out of range.
Drogba swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Mc Gregor tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Drogba paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Mc Gregor darts in trying to clinch
and Drogba cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mc Gregor wants to clinch.
Drogba is looking to counter punch.#T1#
Mc Gregor lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Drogba circles away quickly and effectively.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch up but Drogba circles away and keeps his distance.
Drogba lands a nice hook to Mc Gregor's body. Mc Gregor takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Drogba's jab looks to have found its range, popping Mc Gregor under the eye.
Mc Gregor closes the distance looking to clinch
and Drogba counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
The fighters circle momentarily. Drogba darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Mc Gregor is trying desperately to land a takedown but Drogba is having absolutely none of it. This is turning into a bit of a nightmare for Mc Gregor.
Mc Gregor moves in looking to clinch but Drogba pushes him off.
Drogba throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Mc Gregor tries to close the distance and clinch but Drogba swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #T2#
Mc Gregor fails in his attempt to clinch.
Mc Gregor tries to close the distance and clinch up but Drogba swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Drogba was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch up
and Drogba counters with a straight right hand.
Drogba misses with a hook.
Mc Gregor is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Drogba throws a body punch but Mc Gregor moves out of range.
Mc Gregor tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Drogba paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Mc Gregor moves in looking to clinch but Drogba pushes him off.
Mc Gregor wants to clinch.#T3#
Drogba swings for the body but Mc Gregor moves out of range.
Mc Gregor doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Mc Gregor is looking to clinch but Drogba is avoiding it.
Mc Gregor has his takedown stuffed
and Drogba counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Mc Gregor wants to clinch up but Drogba keeps it at a distance.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch up
and Drogba counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Mc Gregor thinking.
Mc Gregor takes one to the side of the head.
Drogba keeps the fight on the outside.
Drogba throwing a counter right hand but Mc Gregor manages to avoid it.
Mc Gregor tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Drogba paws at him with a jab and circles away.#T4#
Mc Gregor tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Drogba cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Drogba.
Mc Gregor throws a combination. Drogba tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Mc Gregor avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Mc Gregor has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Mc Gregor there as he acknowledges the shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mc Gregor closes the distance but Drogba moves to the side
letting Drogba counter with a right hand.
Mc Gregor doesn't manage to clinch there - Drogba circles away.
Mc Gregor keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mc Gregor wants to clinch.
Drogba was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Didier Drogba clearly takes that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R4#
Mc Gregor tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Drogba manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Mc Gregor is looking to clinch.
Drogba scores with a decent looking hook.
Drogba circles away from the clinch attempt.
As Mc Gregor tries to get set, Drogba tries to push him back and clinch up but Mc Gregor manages to avoid the attempt.
Drogba swats away the attempt to clinch by Mc Gregor.
Mc Gregor keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Drogba.
Drogba circles away from the clinch attempt
and Drogba counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mc Gregor looks to clinch
and Drogba counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Drogba ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Mc Gregor fails with an attempt to clinch. #T1#
Mc Gregor tries to clinch up.
Drogba dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Drogba misses with a straight left.
Mc Gregor closes the distance but Drogba moves to the side
letting Drogba counter with a right hand.
Sloppy strikes from Mc Gregor. Those never looked like landing.
Mc Gregor throws a head kick that misses
and Drogba connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Mc Gregor uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Drogba.
Drogba throws a body shot but no joy.
Drogba misses with a hook.
Drogba wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Drogba cracks Mc Gregor with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#T2#
Mc Gregor wants to clinch
and Drogba counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Drogba circles away from the clinch attempt.
Mc Gregor fails in his attempt to clinch.
Drogba circles away from the clinch attempt.
Drogba throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Mc Gregor sees it coming and avoids it easily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Drogba tests Mc Gregor's chin there with a solid looking shot.#CL2#
Mc Gregor closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC#
Drogba escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Mc Gregor moves to clinch but Drogba breaks away
and Drogba counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T3#
Drogba darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Drogba seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch but Drogba moves away
letting Drogba counter with a right hand.
Mc Gregor tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Drogba paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Mc Gregor fails in his attempt to clinch.
Drogba is looking to counter punch.
Drogba waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Mc Gregor.
Mc Gregor wants to clinch up but Drogba keeps it at a distance.
Drogba lands with an overhand left.
Mc Gregor moves out of range of the strikes.
Mc Gregor wants to clinch but Drogba slips to the side
and Drogba counters with a straight right hand.
Mc Gregor tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Drogba counters with a stiff right hand. #T4#
Drogba avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Drogba is looking for a counter combo.
Mc Gregor avoids the body shot from Drogba.
Mc Gregor tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Mc Gregor closes the distance but Drogba moves to the side
and Drogba cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CL2#
Mc Gregor takes the fight into the clinch.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#BC2#
Mc Gregor breaks the clinch.
Mc Gregor looks to clinch
letting Drogba counter with a right hand.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch up
and Drogba counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Didier Drogba had his way with Brano Mc Gregor in that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R5#
Mc Gregor gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Drogba counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Drogba misses with a hook. Mc Gregor ducked under it nicely.
Mc Gregor closes the distance looking to clinch
and Drogba counters with a straight right hand.
Drogba scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Mc Gregor takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Mc Gregor has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Drogba manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Nice uppercut there from Drogba.
Mc Gregor gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Drogba connects with a nice looking jab. #T1#
Drogba jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Mc Gregor takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Drogba lands a nice shot to the body.
Nice shot lands for Drogba.
A shot to the liver by Drogba. Beautiful body shot.#CL2#
Mc Gregor drives through and clinches with Drogba against the cage. #BC2#
Mc Gregor breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Drogba misses with a looping right.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch
and Drogba cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Drogba circles away from the clinch attempt.
Mc Gregor misses with a wild body shot.
Drogba was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch but fails miserably
enabling Drogba to counter with a crisp jab. #T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A head kick by Mc Gregor misses
and Drogba counters with a stiff right hand.
Drogba scores with a jab to the jaw.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch but Drogba is having none of it.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch
and Drogba connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Drogba looks to throw the jab but Mc Gregor is out of range.
Drogba paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Drogba circles away from the clinch attempt
and Drogba cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Mc Gregor wants to clinch up but Drogba keeps it at a distance.
A little feinted left hand from Drogba on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Drogba throws out a loose jab but Mc Gregor uses good head movement to avoid it. #T3#
Mc Gregor tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Drogba cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CL2#
Mc Gregor moves into the clinch.
Drogba blocks an uppercut. #BC#
Drogba breaks the clinch.
Didier Drogba is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Drogba misses the body punch
and Mc Gregor counters with a nice uppercut.
Mc Gregor tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Drogba paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Drogba circles away from the clinch attempt
and Drogba counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Mc Gregor tries to clinch up
and Mc Gregor takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T4#
Mc Gregor wants to clinch up but Drogba keeps it at a distance.
Brano Mc Gregor has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Mc Gregor tries to clinch
letting Drogba counter with a right hand. #CL2#
Mc Gregor has managed to clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mc Gregor. #BC#
Drogba breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Mc Gregor shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Drogba as he avoids it easily.
Drogba connects with a body shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mc Gregor throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Mc Gregor closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Drogba paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 50:44
Judge Aleksandr Martynov scores the fight 50:44
Judge Igor Prikhodko scores the fight 50:44

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Didier Drogba!
Didier Drogba is the new welterweight champion!
An out of breath and clearly excited Didier Drogba thanked Voodoo Nutrition for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).

Event: SPFC 7
Date: Jun 04, 2016

#R1#
Blade wants to clinch up but Mc Gregor keeps it at a distance.#CL2#
Mc Gregor darts in and clinches Blade up against the cage.
Blade is trying to maintain a safe position but Mc Gregor gets an underhook and turns Blade into the cage.
Blade scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Blade scores with a shot to the side of Mc Gregor's head. #BC2#
Mc Gregor breaks the clinch. #CL2#
Mc Gregor forces Blade back against the cage and clinches.
Mc Gregor has a couple of punches blocked by Blade.
Mc Gregor is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Mc Gregor misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Blade. #BC#
Blade manages to break the clinch.
Blade feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Mc Gregors jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Blade throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #CL#
Blade fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Mc Gregor, pushing him back against the cage.
Mc Gregor scores with a shoulder strike.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#BC#
Blade breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Mc Gregor has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Mc Gregor there as he acknowledges the shot.
A punch combination from Blade misses.
Boris Blade seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Mc Gregor moves into the clinch.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.#T1#
Mc Gregor lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Mc Gregor stalling against the cage.
Mc Gregor working aggressively here.
Mc Gregor dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Blade stalling in the clinch but Mc Gregor improves position.
Mc Gregor tries to pull guard but Blade won't allow it. #TD2#
Mc Gregor pulls guard successfully.
Mc Gregor is trying to keep Blade in close.
Mc Gregor wants to sweep here but Blade controlling him for the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Blade won't allow Mc Gregor to get back to his feet. #SUB2#
Mc Gregor has his feet on Blade's thighs here. He's pushed Blade off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Blade screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Brano Mc Gregor!
Brano Mc Gregor is the new welterweight champion!
Brano Mc Gregor thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: SPFC 5
Date: May 21, 2016

#R1#
Akenzua rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Mc Gregor moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Mc Gregor looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Akenzua tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Mc Gregor manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Akenzua is defended easily by Mc Gregor.#CL#
Mc Gregor gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#TD#
Mc Gregor works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Akenzua looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Akenzua wants to stand up but Mc Gregor is controlling him.
Mc Gregor chips away with some ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mc Gregor slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#SUB#
Mc Gregor swings around for an armbar but Akenzua sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Mc Gregor's guard.#ES#
Mc Gregor has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Akenzua off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#CL#
Mc Gregor darts in and clinches Akenzua up against the cage.#T1#
Akenzua goes for a takedown in the clinch but Mc Gregor prevents it.
Akenzua fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Brano Mc Gregor has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rodrigo Akenzua.#TD#
Mc Gregor has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Akenzua uses from the top position. #SUB2#
Akenzua thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Akenzua wants to control from the top but Mc Gregor keeps moving. #SUB#
Mc Gregor isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Akenzua stacks Mc Gregor 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 Akenzua!
Mc Gregor manages to work his way to half guard, despite Akenzua's best efforts.
Mc Gregor is trying to get back to full guard.
Mc Gregor gets back to full guard. #T2#
Akenzua prevents Mc Gregor from getting back to his feet. #SUB#
Akenzua got a little sloppy there for a moment and Mc Gregor has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Akenzua has managed to get both his arms back between Mc Gregor's legs - danger averted.
Mc Gregor wants to sweep but no luck.
Mc Gregor is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Akenzua advances to half guard.
Mc Gregor trying to hold on to Akenzua's head to control him but Akenzua postures up.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Mc Gregor is pressing down on Akenzua's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Akenzua wants to stand but Mc Gregor has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Akenzua looks winded!#SUB#
Mc Gregor working for a triangle but Akenzua defends it easily.
Mc Gregor looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T3##SUB#
Mc Gregor escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Akenzua gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Mc Gregor wants to sweep here but Akenzua controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Mc Gregor looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Akenzua is looking to pass into half guard but Mc Gregor pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Mc Gregor is in guard.#REVR#
Mc Gregor wants to pass the guard but Akenzua is keeping the position.#T4#
Mc Gregor passes Akenzua's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Mc Gregor is working for a kimura from half guard. He's really concentrating on the hold and it's allowed Akenzua to slip a leg under and get back to full guard.
Mc Gregor wants to stand but Akenzua is controlling his posture from full guard.
Mc Gregor is working Akenzua over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Mc Gregor is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Mc Gregor trying to control but Akenzua is working from the bottom.
Mc Gregor looking to pass the guard.
Mc Gregor stays in close to Akenzua's body and controls the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Brano Mc Gregor dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2##CL#
Mc Gregor has managed to clinch.
Akenzua is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Mc Gregor tries to score a body lock takedown but Akenzua shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#BC#
Mc Gregor's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Akenzua lands a leg kick that knocks Mc Gregor off balance momentarily.#CL#
Mc Gregor darts in and clinches Akenzua up against the cage.
Mc Gregor lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Akenzua backwards.
Mc Gregor wants a takedown but no success here.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Mc Gregor creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Mc Gregor prevents Akenzua from breaking the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Akenzua goes for a takedown in the clinch but Mc Gregor prevents it.
Mc Gregor lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Akenzua is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Mc Gregor working some nice short punches in the clinch.#T1#
Mc Gregor scores with a nice hook to the head.#BC#
Mc Gregor manages to break the clinch. #CL#
Mc Gregor closes the distance and clinches.
Mc Gregor lands a hook that snaps the head of Akenzua backwards. #BC#
Mc Gregor's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL#
Mc Gregor clinches up against the cage.
Mc Gregor wants to break free but Akenzua has control.
Akenzua tries to pull guard but Mc Gregor forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Brano Mc Gregor has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rodrigo Akenzua.
Mc Gregor is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Akenzua drops down looking for an ankle pick but Mc Gregor pulls his leg out and moves away.
Akenzua is breathing heavily.#CL#
Mc Gregor rushes Akenzua and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Mc Gregor lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Akenzua backwards.
Mc Gregor taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Mc Gregor tries to break the clinch but Akenzua is controlling the position. #T2#
Mc Gregor has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Akenzua after a bit of a struggle.
A nice right hand lands inside from Mc Gregor. #TD#
Mc Gregor ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Mc Gregor no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mc Gregor is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Brano Mc Gregor overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Mc Gregor has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Akenzua has passed into side control.
Mc Gregor tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Akenzua presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
Mc Gregor regains half guard.#T3#
Akenzua tries to stand and escape but Mc Gregor is controlling the position.
Mc Gregor looks like he's trying to stand up.
Akenzua lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Akenzua wants to take a breather but Mc Gregor is having none of it.
Mc Gregor moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Akenzua stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Mc Gregor swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Mc Gregor is trying to control the position but Akenzua postures up. #SUB#
Mc Gregor looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Akenzua passes into half guard. #T4#
Mc Gregor is pressing down on Akenzua's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB#
Mc Gregor is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Akenzua has his hands clasped together but Mc Gregor extends and breaks Akenzua's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Mc Gregor.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:34 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Brano Mc Gregor!
A determined Brano Mc Gregor didn't want to dwell on this fight in his post fight interview. Instead he was more keen to state he wants a title shot. Let's see if he gets it!

Event: Battle of The Scrubs
Date: Apr 14, 2016

#R1##CL#
Mc Gregor moves into the clinch successfully.
Johansson tries to land knees in the clinch but Mc Gregor avoids the damage to the body.
A short right from Mc Gregor on the inside.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Mc Gregor creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A nice left hand lands by Mc Gregor.
Johansson is stalling here.
Mc Gregor scores with a shoulder strike.
Mc Gregor throws a head punch that misses. #BC#
Mc Gregor pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#TD#
Mc Gregor shoots in and bounces Johansson off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Mc Gregor being controlled here momentarily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Johansson bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Mc Gregor's guard. #REVB##SUB#
Mc Gregor had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Johansson defends it easily.
Mc Gregor utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T1#
Johansson trying to control but Mc Gregor is working from the bottom.
Mc Gregor is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Johansson is controlling him. #SUB#
Johansson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Mc Gregor has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Johansson has managed to get both his arms back between Mc Gregor's legs - danger averted.
Mc Gregor knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Johansson on the ground.
Johansson loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #SUB#
Mc Gregor working for a triangle but Johansson defends it easily.
Mc Gregor on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Mc Gregor tries to get out of the position.
Johansson trying to control the position from guard on top but Mc Gregor is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB#
Mc Gregor is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Johansson is aware though and is defending well.
Johansson looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Mc Gregor looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Mc Gregor working for a triangle but Johansson defends it easily.
Johansson with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#T3##SUB#
Mc Gregor is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Johansson is aware though and is defending well.
Johansson controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Mc Gregor trying to control the position. #SUB#
Mc Gregor had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Johansson defends it easily.
Johansson sitting in guard, not really doing much.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
It looks like Johansson might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#CL#
Johansson tries to keep at a distance but Mc Gregor has taken the fight into the clinch.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#TD#
Mc Gregor manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Johansson scoring with some ground and pound. #SUB#
Johansson avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Johansson keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Mc Gregor's head.#SUB#
Mc Gregor has an active guard here but Johansson has managed to pass into half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Johansson is keen to just control but Mc Gregor is a slippery customer.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Brano Mc Gregor dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2##CL#
Mc Gregor gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Mc Gregor swings wildly with an uppercut but Johansson uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC#
Mc Gregor breaks the clinch. #CL#
Johansson tries to keep at a distance but Mc Gregor has taken the fight into the clinch.#TD#
Mc Gregor has clasped his hands together around Johansson's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. #SUB#
Mc Gregor is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Johansson is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
Mc Gregor goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Johansson rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Mc Gregor's guard! Nice work there by Johansson!
Johansson tries to free his leg and advance position but Mc Gregor is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Mc Gregor working for submissions but it's allowed Johansson to get to half guard.
Mc Gregor is looking to improve his position. #T1#
Johansson working the head and body with strikes.
Johansson is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Mc Gregor is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Johansson scores with a couple of nice shots.
Mc Gregor wants to improve his position but Johansson is controlling well.
Mc Gregor on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #SUB#
Mc Gregor actively working from the bottom here.
Johansson lands with a punch from half guard. #T2#
Mc Gregor has hold of Johansson's hands but Johansson slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Johansson content to control rather than advance.
Brano Mc Gregor overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Mc Gregor looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Johansson has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Johansson landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Johansson landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Johansson winds up and cracks Mc Gregor with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Mc Gregor has hold of Johansson's hands but Johansson slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Johansson is just content to waste time from the top position. Mc Gregor takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard. #SUB#
Mc Gregor looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #T3#
Johansson is in close to Mc Gregor's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Johansson stands up over Mc Gregor, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #SUB#
Mc Gregor is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Johansson's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SUB#
Mc Gregor escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Johansson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Johansson passes Mc Gregor's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Johansson controlling the action here. #T4#
Mc Gregor pushes Johansson off looking to stand but Johansson dives back in and keeps control.
Johansson is looking to take a break and control but Mc Gregor is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Johansson seems to be working for a kimura but Mc Gregor defends the submission attempt.
Mc Gregor is looking to escape.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Mc Gregor is staying active underneath Johansson, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Mc Gregor looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Mc Gregor is trying to stand. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Ivar Johansson will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3##CL#
Mc Gregor fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Johansson, pushing him back against the cage.
Mc Gregor lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #TD#
Mc Gregor jumps guard and drags Johansson to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #SUB#
Mc Gregor throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Mc Gregor looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Johansson has picked Mc Gregor up and slammed him! Mc Gregor can't keep hold of the triangle and Johansson manages to pass to side control!
Mc Gregor can't do much from the bottom here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Johansson lands a decent elbow from side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Johansson looks up at the clock and then as Mc Gregor takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Johansson smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Johansson lands an elbow.
Mc Gregor is not content to let Johansson control the position.
Mc Gregor takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well. #T1#
Mc Gregor is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Mc Gregor is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Johansson is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Johansson lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Mc Gregor hang on?
Johansson has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Mc Gregor's face.
Johansson is landing with some decent strikes but Mc Gregor is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Johansson tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Johansson wants to control the pace but Mc Gregor is squirming around nicely. #T2#
Mc Gregor is in a horrible position here. Johansson smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Johansson lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Johansson landing punches.
Johansson controlling from the full mount.
Mc Gregor sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#SUB#
Mc Gregor looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Mc Gregor is looking to improve his position.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T3#
Mc Gregor is trying to control but can't.
Mc Gregor tries to get to full guard but Johansson has control of the leg.
Mc Gregor on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Johansson landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Johansson is taking a breather. Mc Gregor 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.
Johansson lands strikes from half guard.#SUB2#
Johansson is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Mc Gregor is just riding it out for now. Johansson eventually gives up the hold. #T4#
Mc Gregor trying to hold on to Johansson's head to control him but Johansson postures up.
Johansson lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Mc Gregor moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Johansson is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Johansson lands a couple of elbows.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ivar Johansson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Johansson 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 Fedor Mirinova scores the fight 28:29
Judge Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 28:29
Judge Illya Tyunina scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 15, 2016

#R1#
Mc Gregor shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Suarez but Suarez pushes him off and we're back to square one.#CL#
Mc Gregor closes the distance and clinches.
Mc Gregor leaning his opponent against the cage.
Mc Gregor lands a nice uppercut.
Mc Gregor swings wildly with an uppercut but Suarez uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mc Gregor fails to pull the fight into his guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mc Gregor misses with some punches.
Suarez wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Mc Gregor swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch on the inside from Mc Gregor fails to land.
Suarez tries to break free but Mc Gregor pushes him back against the cage.#T1#
Mc Gregor lands a left hand.
Mc Gregor lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Mc Gregor fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Mc Gregor slows down the pace here. #TD#
Mc Gregor drags the fight down to the ground. #SUB#
Mc Gregor is looking for a triangle here but Suarez uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Mc Gregor on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Mc Gregor tries to get out of the position.
Mc Gregor tries to improve position but can't.
Suarez tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily. #T2#
Mc Gregor tries to buck Suarez off but Suarez is having none of it.
Mc Gregor misses with an elbow from the bottom.
Mc Gregor is trying to get back to his feet.
Suarez wants to stand but Mc Gregor has his arm trapped.
Mc Gregor can't do much from the bottom here.
Suarez wants to stand but Mc Gregor has his arm trapped.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Mc Gregor manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!#T3##SUB#
Mc Gregor is working for a kimura but Suarez is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB#
Mc Gregor is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Mc Gregor is looking for a kimura but Suarez is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Mc Gregor to get the leverage. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#SUB#
Mc Gregor is working for a kimura from half guard. He's really concentrating on the hold and it's allowed Suarez to slip a leg under and get back to full guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Mc Gregor wants to control from the top but Suarez keeps moving.
Mc Gregor wants to pass the guard but Suarez is keeping the position.
Suarez working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Mc Gregor.
Mc Gregor has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Mc Gregor wants to stand and escape but instead Suarez has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVB##SUB#
Mc Gregor looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Suarez has picked Mc Gregor up and slammed him! Mc Gregor can't keep hold of the triangle and Suarez manages to pass to side control!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Brano Mc Gregor dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Suarez slips under a jab.
A swing and a miss from Mc Gregor.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Suarez.#CL#
Mc Gregor clinches with his opponent. #BC#
Mc Gregor escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Mc Gregor throws a series of punches but Suarez moves out of range.
Suarez lands a nice looking kick to the body. Mc Gregor takes a step back to recover.
Suarez scores with a head kick. Mc Gregor tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
A head kick by Suarez misses #CL#
and Mc Gregor counters by moving into the clinch.
Mc Gregor lands a hook that snaps the head of Suarez backwards.
Suarez prevents a takedown attempt there.
Mc Gregor drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Suarez gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Mc Gregor lands a hook to the side of the head.#T1#
Mc Gregor working some nice short punches in the clinch.#BC#
Mc Gregor pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Mc Gregor takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Suarez throws a head kick that misses.
Suarez throws a head kick that half lands.
Mc Gregor shoots in but Suarez avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Suarez is looking for the big counter here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Brano Mc Gregor. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Suarez throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Mc Gregor.
Suarez lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Mc Gregor circles away quickly and effectively.#CL#
Mc Gregor fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Suarez, pushing him back against the cage.
Mc Gregor misses with a punch on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Mc Gregor.
Mc Gregor lands with a short shot to the head. #BC#
Mc Gregor breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
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!
Suarez throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Suarez misses with a jab, cross combination. #T2#
A solid leg kick lands there for Suarez.
Suarez drops his hands momentarily and Mc Gregor takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #CL#
Mc Gregor fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Suarez, pushing him back against the cage.
Mc Gregor slows down the pace here.
Mc Gregor misses with a punch on the inside.
Mc Gregor softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#BC#
Mc Gregor manages to break the clinch.
Luis Suarez is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Mc Gregor blocks a head kick by Suarez.
Suarez misses with a double jab.
Suarez looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Mc Gregor avoids the head kick by Suarez.
No joy there for Suarez, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Suarez rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Mc Gregor moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Mc Gregor appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#T3#
A punch combination from Suarez misses. #CL#
Mc Gregor moves into the clinch successfully.
Mc Gregor lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Suarez. #BC#
Mc Gregor manages to break the clinch.
A punch combination from Suarez misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Mc Gregor misses the target.#CL#
Mc Gregor moves into the clinch.
Mc Gregor throws a punch but it's blocked by Suarez.
Mc Gregor misses with a punch on the inside.
Mc Gregor lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Mc Gregor is trying to pull guard but Suarez has him pressed against the cage.
Mc Gregor misses with the head strike.
Mc Gregor throws a head punch that misses.
Suarez can't break the clinch. #T4#
Mc Gregor scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Mc Gregor goes for a takedown attempt but Suarez pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Mc Gregor attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Suarez throws a one two combo.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Suarez tries to land a front kick but Mc Gregor steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Mc Gregor moves out of range as Suarez throws a body kick.
Suarez throws a nice looking combination but Mc Gregor bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#CL#
Mc Gregor darts in and clinches Suarez up against the cage.
Mc Gregor misses with the head strike.
Mc Gregor lands a left hand that snaps the head of Suarez backwards. #BC#
Mc Gregor breaks the clinch.
Suarez misses with a head kick.
Some wild striking there from Suarez.
Mc Gregor feinted with a counter takedown.
Suarez scores with a body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Brano Mc Gregor will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Suarez lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Suarez.#CL#
Mc Gregor drives through and clinches with Suarez against the cage.
Mc Gregor tries to pull guard but Suarez holds him up against the cage and eventually Mc Gregor drops back down to his feet.
Suarez blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Mc Gregor scores with a shot to the side of Suarez's head.
Mc Gregor throws a head punch that misses.
Mc Gregor lands with a short shot to the head.
Suarez blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Mc Gregor swings away with an uppercut that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Suarez.
Mc Gregor working aggressively here.
Mc Gregor lands with a short head shot on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mc Gregor. #T1#
Mc Gregor lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Brano Mc Gregor has scored more points in the clinch so far.#TD#
Mc Gregor gets control of Suarez's arms and successfully pulls guard. Mc Gregor will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.#SU2#
Suarez stands up from Mc Gregor's guard - Suarez perhaps looking for a knockout.
Mc Gregor dodges the punch combination from Suarez.
Suarez tries to bum rush Mc Gregor with a series of wild strikes but Mc Gregor uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Mc Gregor is looking to counter the offense by Suarez and move into the clinch.#CL#
Mc Gregor moves into the clinch.
Mc Gregor throws a head punch that misses. #BC#
Mc Gregor breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Mc Gregor dodges the punch combination from Suarez.
Luis Suarez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A lazy left from Suarez finds it's target.#CL#
Mc Gregor closes the distance and pushes Suarez back into the cage.
Mc Gregor lands with a left to the head. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mc Gregor is trying to pull guard but Suarez has him pressed against the cage.
Mc Gregor tries to pull guard but Suarez won't allow it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Brano Mc Gregor. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Mc Gregor has a couple of punches blocked by Suarez.
Suarez gets underhooks to prevent Mc Gregor's takedown attempt.
Suarez blocking some punches.
Mc Gregor has Suarez pressed against the cage, preventing Suarez from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Mc Gregor is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Suarez is defending well.
Suarez wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Suarez is trying to break the clinch but Mc Gregor has him pressed against the cage.
Suarez wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Mc Gregor has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Suarez after a bit of a struggle.
Mc Gregor is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Suarez is defending well.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Mc Gregor has a couple of punches blocked by Suarez. #T3#
Mc Gregor swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC#
Mc Gregor's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Suarez throws a right and a left that Mc Gregor avoids nicely.
Mc Gregor walks forward, straight into a front kick from Suarez.
Suarez misses with a jab, cross combination.
A combination from Suarez does no damage.
Mc Gregor throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Suarez counters with a two punch combo. #CL#
Mc Gregor closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Suarez is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Mc Gregor tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Suarez just stands there and leans against the cage.#BC#
Mc Gregor escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Suarez lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Suarez tries a head kick but it misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Suarez scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut! #CL#
Mc Gregor has closed the distance and engaged Suarez in a clinch. #T4#
Suarez prevents the takedown attempt.
Mc Gregor lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Mc Gregor misses with the head strike.
Suarez blocks an uppercut.
Mc Gregor lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Mc Gregor lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Brano Mc Gregor is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Mc Gregor misses with a short punch on the inside.
Suarez has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
A short right from Mc Gregor.
Mc Gregor swings wildly with an uppercut but Suarez uses good head movement to avoid it.
Luis Suarez has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Suarez goes for a body shot but it's blocked.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Brano Mc Gregor.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Mc Gregor, 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 Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 30:27
Judge William Gold scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Brano Mc Gregor!
A determined Brano Mc Gregor didn't want to dwell on this fight in his post fight interview. Instead he was more keen to state he wants a title shot. Let's see if he gets it!

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