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Event: AFK 87     
Date:   Apr 01, 2023
#R1#
Scorpion tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Roy was well out of range. Poor timing from Scorpion.
Roy throws a quick counter head kick but Scorpion was just out of range.
A slapping leg kick lands for Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a sloppy body shot
and Roy counters with a good low kick that Scorpion was not able to check.
Scorpion scores with a nice body kick.
Scorpion misses the shot to the body.
And Roy counters with a quick kick to the body but Scorpion blocks it.
Roy closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
A low kick lands for Scorpion.
Roy takes a head kick and keeps coming.
That kick from Scorpion tenderised Roy's leg. Roy is trying to keep his angry face on.
Scorpion swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Roy counters with a slapping leg kick.
Scorpion throws a right hand that misses
and Roy counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT#It looks like Silva Scorpion has been cut.
Roy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Scorpion.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Scorpion tests Roy's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Scorpion connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Silva Scorpion seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Roy throws a body shot but no joy.
Roy takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Scorpion lands a really nice looking cross but Roy seems unphased.
Scorpion throws a leg kick but Roy sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Scorpion lands a jab to the head.
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Roy moves away.
Scorpion lands the left hand.
Scorpion lands a body shot.
Scorpion works Roy's body with a nice hook.
Scorpion misses the shot to the body.
Roy avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Roy is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Scorpion throws a body shot but no joy.
Roy thinks about countering with a head kick.
Roy stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Scorpion throws a right hand that misses
and Roy finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Scorpion misses with a left hand
and Roy counters with a stiff right hand.
Scorpion tries to close the distance and clinch up but Roy swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Roy quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Roy moves away from the strike by Scorpion.
An attempted straight right counter from Roy misses the target.
Scorpion throws a body punch but Roy moves out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Roy on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Scorpion throws a shot to the body.
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Roy moves away.
Scorpion pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Scorpion thumps Roy with a low kick.
Roy on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Scorpion has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Scorpion throws a jab but it's blocked by Roy.
Scorpion tests Roy's chin there with a solid looking shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Roy misses with a hook.
Scorpion connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Scorpion swings and misses with a hook to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Silva Scorpion's cut.
That's time! Roy's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Scorpion scores with a jab to the body.#CL2#
Scorpion takes the fight into the clinch.
Roy lands with a left to the head.
Scorpion working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Roy is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Scorpion is defending well for now.
Roy blocking some punches.
Roy lands with a left to the head.
Roy cracks Scorpion with a nice body shot.
A short right from Roy on the inside.
Scorpion misses with the head strike.
Roy is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
Roy trying to land knees to the body.
Scorpion scores with a nice hook to the head.
I was talking to Roy's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Scorpion tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Roy's elbow.
Scorpion lands a left hand that snaps the head of Roy backwards.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Roy looking to throw knees to the head but Scorpion is blocking nicely.
Roy lands a body punch in the clinch.
Roy throws a punch but it's blocked by Scorpion.
Roy lands an uppercut.#T1#
Scorpion misses with a punch to the body.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Roy.
Scorpion pushes Roy back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Scorpion swings wildly with an uppercut but Roy uses good head movement to avoid it.
Roy struggles to land a body shot inside as Scorpion controls his hands.
Scorpion misses with a hook from the clinch.
Roy lands a knee to the body.
Roy tries a knee to the head but Scorpion blocks it.
Roy lands a nice uppercut.
Roy misses with a shot to the kidneys.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Roy creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Roy is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Scorpion is defending well for now.
Scorpion swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Roy lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Roy misses with a hook from the clinch.
Scorpion tries to work over Roy's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Roy looking to stall.
Rob Roy has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Roy is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Scorpion is defending well for now.#T2#
Roy swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Roy tries a body shot but Scorpion blocks it.
Roy tries to throw a body punch but Scorpion avoids it by throwing Roy back against the ropes.
Roy scores with a hook to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A short uppercut from Scorpion.
Roy fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but Roy avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes.
Scorpion tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Scorpion lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Roy lands a nice uppercut.
A hook to the body from Roy.
Roy prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion struggles to land a body shot inside as Roy controls his hands.
Roy is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Scorpion is keeping busy.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Roy prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
A short left from Roy.
Roy tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Scorpion's elbow.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Rob Roy dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Silva Scorpion's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R3#
Scorpion dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Roy stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Scorpion.
Roy jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A looping hook to the body misses from Scorpion. Roy does a little dance to reset his feet.
Scorpion is looking to chop away at Roy's legs.
Scorpion sizes up Roy with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Roy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Scorpion.
Scorpion scores with a sloppy right hand. Roy should have avoided that one.
Scorpion scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scorpion lands a nice leg kick that just misses Roy's sensitive parts.
Scorpion works over Roy's head and body with a nice combination.
Scorpion has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
An inside leg kick from Scorpion misses.
Roy blocks a head kick by Scorpion.
Scorpion just misses with a punch to the body. #T1#
The fighters circling - Scorpion throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Scorpion misses with an uppercut.
Scorpion just misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Scorpion throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Roy sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Scorpion checks a low kick from Roy.
A nice leg kick from Scorpion, right into the meat of the thigh.
Scorpion misses with a body shot.
Scorpion scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Roy is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Scorpion just misses with a punch to the body. #CL2#
Scorpion takes the fight into the clinch.
Scorpion blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Roy throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Scorpions head. #T2#
Scorpion lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Roy has a couple of punches blocked by Scorpion.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Roy.
Roy lands a shot to the body.
Roy blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Roy tries a body shot but Scorpion blocks it.
Scorpion lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Roy stalling in the clinch but Scorpion improves position.
Roy stalling.
Scorpion tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Roy trying to stall but Scorpion improves his position.
Roy controlling the action here for a moment.
A body shot lands from Scorpion.
Scorpion fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion blocks an uppercut.
A shot in the inside from Roy.
Roy tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Scorpion's elbow.
Scorpion lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion really dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Silva Scorpion's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R4#
Scorpion lands with a good body shot.
Scorpion dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Roy ducks under a wild hook from Scorpion.
An attempted straight right counter from Roy misses the target.
Scorpion stuns Roy with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
A good leg kick by Scorpion.
Scorpion wants to clinch.
Roy throws a quick counter kick to the body but Scorpion avoids it.#CL2#
Scorpion clinches with his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Roy throws a punch but it's blocked by Scorpion.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Scorpion takes a shot to the head. #T1#
Scorpion misses with a punch on the inside.
Roy can't find room to land a body shot as Scorpion controls the action.
Scorpion lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Scorpion struggles to land a body shot inside as Roy controls his hands.
A short left from Scorpion.
A short right from Scorpion.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Roy blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Roy makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Scorpion throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Roy trying to control the position but instead, Scorpion has worked for underhooks and has pushed Roy into the ropes.
A short uppercut from Scorpion.
Scorpion avoiding damage as Roy throws knees to the body.
Roy is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Scorpion is keeping busy.
Scorpion throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Scorpion throws a head punch that misses. #T2#
Roy blocks a body shot from Scorpion.
Roy misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Roy's elbow.
Scorpion managing to block the knees to the body from Roy.
Roy misses with a body punch.
Scorpion taking a breather.
Roy misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Roy lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Roy pushes Scorpion back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#BC#
Roy breaks from the clinch.
Scorpion fails in his attempt to clinch.
Roy throwing a counter right hand but Scorpion manages to avoid it.
That kick from Scorpion tenderised Roy's leg. Roy is trying to keep his angry face on.
Scorpion lands a slapping body shot.
A good leg kick by Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a nice outside leg kick.
Scorpion tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that fourth round.
The cut man is working on Silva Scorpion's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R5#
Scorpion tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Roy was well out of range. Poor timing from Scorpion.
Rob Roy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Silva Scorpion seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Roy takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Roy walks into a stiff left hand from Scorpion.
Scorpion scores with the left hand. Roy knows he should have avoided that one.
Scorpion sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Scorpion throws a nice inside leg kick.
Scorpion bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Roy's head.
Scorpion swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Roy throwing a counter right hand but Scorpion manages to avoid it.
Scorpion misses with a two punch combination.
Roy throws a quick counter kick to the body but Scorpion avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Roy is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Scorpion.
Roy scoring well with a low kick there.
Scorpion jabs at Roy's body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Scorpion throws a nice outside leg kick. #T1#
Scorpion pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
A looping hook to the body misses from Scorpion. Roy does a little dance to reset his feet.
Scorpion scores with a nice strike.
Scorpion lands a jab.
Scorpion misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Roy.
Roy fires out a quick counter leg kick but Scorpion just manages to avoid it.
Roy misses with an uppercut.
Some bone on bone action there as Roy checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Silva Scorpion is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Scorpion throws a body punch but Roy moves out of range.
Roy throwing a counter right hand but Scorpion manages to avoid it.
Scorpion lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Roy throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Scorpion is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Scorpion misses with a kick to the body
and Roy counters with a nice low kick that buckles Scorpion's knee momentarily.
Roy lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
A punch lands to the side of Roy 's head but he takes it in his stride.#T2#
Scorpion throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A leg kick checked by Roy.
A little feinted left hand from Roy on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Scorpion throws a leg kick which misses Roy's front leg but catches the back leg as Roy tries to avoid it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nice defenses there by Roy.
Roy swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Scorpion blocks a head kick by Roy.
Scorpion is looking to clinch.
Roy swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Scorpion dips to his left and cracks Roy with an uppercut!
Roy looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Scorpion connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Roy fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Scorpion is out of range.
Scorpion misses with an uppercut. Roy saw that one coming.
Roy throws the kick towards the body but Scorpion avoids it.
Scorpion lands a right hook to the body.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 46:49
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 46:49
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 46:49

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Silva Scorpion!

Silva Scorpion is the new featherweight champion!
A relieved looking Silva Scorpion thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

 

Event: AKF 85     
Date:   Mar 18, 2023
#R1##CL#
Scorpion gets a clinch.
A short right from Roy on the inside.
Roy misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but Roy avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes.
Roy doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Roy works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Scorpion misses with a punch on the inside.
Roy trying to land knees to the body.
Scorpion misses with a hook to the ribs.
Scorpion lands a body punch.
Roy misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A shot in the inside from Roy.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Scorpion misses with a punch to the body.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with a punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scorpion blocks an uppercut.
Roy tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Scorpion avoids it.
Scorpion prevents a body shot from Roy.
Roy tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Roy misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Scorpion.
Roy tries to land knees in the clinch but Scorpion avoids the damage to the body.
Roy tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Scorpion's elbow.
Scorpion throws a punch but it's blocked by Roy. #T1#
Scorpion lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Roy tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Scorpion avoids it.
Scorpion swings wildly with an uppercut but Roy uses good head movement to avoid it.
Roy missing with knees to the body.
Roy lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Scorpion backwards.
Scorpion blocks a body shot from Roy.
I was talking to Scorpion's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Roy prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion is trying to stall.
Scorpion lands a shot to the body.
Roy can't find room to land a body shot as Scorpion controls the action.
Roy is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Scorpion is keeping busy.
Roy presses Scorpion against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Scorpion lands a shoulder strike.
Roy can't find room to land a body shot as Scorpion controls the action.
A right hook to the body lands for Scorpion.
Scorpion tries a body shot but Roy blocks it.
Roy misses with some punches.
A short uppercut from Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#T2#
Scorpion stalling in the clinch.
Roy with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Roy tries a knee to the head but Scorpion blocks it.
Scorpion tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scorpion misses with a hook to the ribs.
Roy has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Scorpion seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Roy can turn it around.
Scorpion tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC2#
Roy breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
A head kick from Scorpion lands but Roy takes it in his stride.
Scorpion with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Scorpion lands with a straight right. Roy didn't see that one coming.
Roy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Roy follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Scorpion with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Scorpion is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Roy counters with a body kick.
Scorpion works over Roy's head and body with a nice combination.#T3#
Scorpion cracks Roy with an open hand slap.
Roy throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Scorpion misses the shot to the body.
Roy on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Scorpion. Scorpion obviously looking to wear him down.
Roy takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Scorpion lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Roy at a distance.
That kick from Scorpion tenderised Roy's leg. Roy is trying to keep his angry face on.
Scorpion swings and misses with a hook to the body.
And Roy responds with a good body kick, but Scorpion manages to step out the way in time.
Scorpion lands a nice hook to Roy's body. Roy takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Scorpion swings for the body but Roy moves out of range.
Roy flicks out a counter leg kick but Scorpion steps away.
Scorpion connects with a leg kick.
Scorpion swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Roy on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Scorpion. Scorpion obviously looking to wear him down.
Roy looks for the body kick but Scorpion saw that one coming. #T4#
Scorpion misses with a wild body shot.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Scorpion, as that shot connected.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Scorpion throws a body punch but Roy moves out of range.
Scorpion connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Scorpion moves away from the strike by Roy.
Scorpion comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Roy ducks right into an uppercut from Scorpion.
Scorpion clobbers Roy with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Scorpion is looking to wear down Roy with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
A looping hook to the body misses from Scorpion. Roy does a little dance to reset his feet.
Roy throws a fast counter high kick but Scorpion manages to duck under it in time.
Scorpion throws a shot to the body.
Scorpion scores with a three punch combo!
Scorpion misses with a jab, cross combination.
Roy appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Scorpion ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Scorpion misses with a low kick as Roy jumps back.
Roy throws out a counter right but Scorpion avoids it with no problem.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Scorpion misses with a low kick.
Roy lands with a thumping leg kick.
Scorpion throws a lazy head kick
and Roy counters with a body kick.
Scorpion lands with an uppercut that bounces Roy off the ropes and back into range.
Roy lands a leg kick that knocks Scorpion off balance momentarily.
Scorpion scoring well with a low kick there.
Decent striking displayed by Scorpion there.
Scorpion lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Scorpion looks to score with a jab to the body but Roy is just out of range.
Roy looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scorpion with a nice calf kick.
Scorpion swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A low kick from Scorpion is predictable there
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Scorpion lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Roy takes a kick to the side of the head.#T1#
Roy avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A big left from Roy misses.
Scorpion throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Roy to counter with a crisp jab.
Scorpion is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Roy can do to turn this around?
Scorpion tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Scorpion lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Roy at a distance. #CL#
Scorpion moves into the clinch successfully.
Scorpion swings wildly with an uppercut but Roy uses good head movement to avoid it.
A head punch on the inside from Scorpion fails to land.
Roy tries a body shot but Scorpion blocks it.
Scorpion swings wildly with an uppercut but Roy uses good head movement to avoid it.
A nice right hand lands inside from Scorpion.
Nice body punch from Scorpion.
Scorpion tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Roy blocks an uppercut. #BC#
Scorpion breaks from the clinch. #T2#
Roy on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Roy takes one on the chin but seems OK.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scorpion scores with a shot to the body.
Scorpion misses with a hook. Roy ducked under it nicely.
Silva Scorpion seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Roy avoids the body shot from Scorpion.
Roy swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Scorpion lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
A looping hook to the body misses from Scorpion. Roy does a little dance to reset his feet.
Roy walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Roy scores with a crisp jab that stopped Scorpion in his tracks.
Scorpion uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Roy on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #CL#
Scorpion has managed to clinch.
Roy's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Scorpion misses with a punch to the body. #T3#
Roy stalling in the clinch but Scorpion improves position.
Roy is working Scorpion over against the ropes.
Scorpion scores with a shot to the side of Roy's head.
Scorpion scores with a shot to the side of Roy's head.
Roy can't find room to land a body shot as Scorpion controls the action.
Scorpion lands with a right to the head.
Roy misses with a hook to the ribs.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Roy.
Roy tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Roy lands a nice uppercut.
Scorpion working aggressively here.
Roy digs a right hand into Scorpion's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Scorpion's gas tank.
Roy misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Scorpion.
Roy misses with some punches.
Nice body punch from Roy.
Roy just leaning against Scorpion, taking a breather.
Roy can't find room to land a body shot as Scorpion controls the action.
Scorpion working aggressively here.
Scorpion blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Scorpion throws a head punch that misses. #T4#
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Scorpion swings wildly with an uppercut but Roy uses good head movement to avoid it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Roy lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Roy is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Scorpion is defending well for now.
Scorpion lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Scorpion working aggressively here.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Roy.
Scorpion pushes Roy back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Roy misses with a hook to the ribs.
Scorpion blocks a body shot from Roy.
Scorpion blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Roy misses with some punches.
Roy misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Scorpion.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but Roy avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes.
Roy lands with a light punch inside.
Roy putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Scorpion in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Roy lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Scorpion misses with a punch to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.#R3#
Scorpion tries a head kick but it misses.
Scorpion throws a nice inside leg kick.
Roy takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
A slapping leg kick lands for Scorpion.
A nice leg kick from Scorpion, right into the meat of the thigh.
Scorpion scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
An inside leg kick from Scorpion misses.
Roy thinks about the counter body kick.
Silva Scorpion is winning the standup battle so far.
Scorpion clobbers Roy with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Roy takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scorpion swings for the body but Roy moves out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Roy! But no joy.
Scorpion scores with a jab. Roy acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Scorpion wants to clinch.#T1#
Roy showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Scorpion.
Roy throws a body kick that misses.
A quick step to the side and Scorpion tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scorpion misses the shot to the body.
Scorpion avoids a kick to the body.
Scorpion tries to close the distance and clinch but Roy swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Scorpion throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Roy stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Scorpion feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Roys jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Scorpion lands a jab-cross combination.
Roy takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Scorpion dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Roy. That did some damage!
Scorpion swings away with a body shot that misses
and Roy counters with a nice body kick. #T2#
Scorpion dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Scorpion fails with an attempt to clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scorpion misses with a leg kick
and Roy connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A looping hook to the body misses from Scorpion. Roy does a little dance to reset his feet.
Scorpion moves into range and lands a nice body kick. #CL#
Scorpion clinches.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Scorpion managing to block the knees to the body from Roy.
Scorpion fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Roy or not.
Scorpion swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Roy tries to throw a body punch but Scorpion avoids it by throwing Roy back against the ropes.
Scorpion blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Scorpion is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Roy is keeping busy.
A body shot lands from Scorpion. #T3#
Roy misses with the head strike.
Roy misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Scorpion misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion working aggressively here.
Scorpion lands a body punch.
Scorpion tries to work over Roy's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Scorpion struggles to land a body shot inside as Roy controls his hands.
Roy tries to stall but Scorpion uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Scorpion lands an uppercut.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Roy creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Scorpion tries a body shot but Roy blocks it.
Scorpion working aggressively here.
Roy lands a right hand that snaps the head of Scorpion backwards.
Scorpion lands a nice shot to the body.
Scorpion scores with a shot to the side of Roy's head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Scorpion.
Roy struggles to land a body shot inside as Scorpion controls his hands.
Roy tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T4#
Scorpion swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A right hand to the body from Scorpion.
Roy takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Roy is trying to stall.
Scorpion lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scorpion goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Roy lands with a short shot to the head.
Scorpion lands a right hand that snaps the head of Roy backwards.
Scorpion blocks a body shot from Roy.
A nice right hand lands inside from Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Roy blocking some punches.
Scorpion scores with a hook to the body.
Scorpion tries to work over Roy's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Scorpion lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Silva Scorpion has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Scorpion is looking to control Roy's arms but Roy gets an underhook and turns him. Now Scorpion has his back to the ropes.
Roy looking to slow down the pace here.
Scorpion lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion clearly takes that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R4#
Scorpion scores with a crisp jab that stopped Roy in his tracks.
Roy has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Scorpion.
Roy throws a leg kick that is checked
and Scorpion cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Roy tries to move into range but Scorpion moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Scorpion looks to score with a jab to the body but Roy is just out of range.
Scorpion connects with a good right hand that stumbles Roy. Roy circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Scorpion digs a good body shot into Roy's ribs.
Scorpion swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Roy counters with a left and a right that stings Scorpion.
Scorpion tries to close the distance and clinch up but Roy swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Scorpion connects with a solid leg kick.
Scorpion connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Scorpion scoring well with a low kick there.
A big right from Roy misses. #T1#
Scorpion looks to score with a jab to the body but Roy is just out of range.
Scorpion tries to clinch but Roy is having none of it.
Scorpion listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Scorpion misses with a body shot
and Roy counters with a nice uppercut.
Scorpion misses with a body shot
and Roy counters with a nice leg kick.
Roy drops his hands momentarily and Scorpion takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Roy avoids the body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a head kick. Roy smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Roy explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Roy takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Scorpion tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Roy was well out of range. Poor timing from Scorpion.
Roy only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Scorpion throws a hook to the side of Roy's head but Roy sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Roy throws out a counter right but Scorpion avoids it with no problem.#T2#
Scorpion fails with an attempt to clinch.
Scorpion misses the jab.
Scorpion doesn't manage to clinch there - Roy circles away.
Roy scores with the left hand. Scorpion knows he should have avoided that one.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
The crowd cheers as Scorpion lands an impressive looking overhand right. Roy doesn't seem phased though.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Scorpion.
Roy has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Scorpion throws a good cross that connects.
Scorpion moves into range and connects with a jab.
Scorpion throws a body punch but Roy moves out of range.
Scorpion thuds his right hand into Roy's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
A shot to the liver by Scorpion. Beautiful body shot.
Roy takes a body punch but keeps moving. #T3#
Scorpion misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Roy.
Scorpion lands with a good body shot.
Scorpion throws a leg kick that is checked
and Roy counters with a lovely straight right hand!#ROC2#Scorpion is rocked!
Scorpion misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Roy counters with a leg kick.
Oh Scorpion is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Scorpion tries to clinch but fails miserably
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Scorpion walks into a picture perfect straight right hand from Roy! He's gone down face first to the canvas, unconscious before he even hit the floor! Ohhhh. My. Goodness! That boys and girls was a beautiful knockout! Give that man a biscuit!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:25 of round 4, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Rob Roy!
Rob Roy is the new featherweight champion!
Post fight, Rob Roy stared into the camera and said 'Tosen- brave heart respect'.

 

Event: AKF 80     
Date:   Feb 08, 2023
#R1#
BySubtraction misses with a straight left.
Scorpion blocks a jab.
BySubtraction doesn't manage to clinch there - Scorpion circles away.
Scorpion avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
BySubtraction misses with an uppercut
and Scorpion counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
BySubtraction lands a slapping body shot.
Nice body punch from BySubtraction.
Good leg kick by Scorpion.
BySubtraction on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
BySubtraction lands a nice shot that snaps Scorpion's head back.
Scorpion looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
BySubtraction clobbers Scorpion with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Scorpion steps to the side to avoid the strikes from BySubtraction.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A bone on bone clash there as BySubtraction blocks the leg kick.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from BySubtraction! But no joy.
Scorpion thuds a left hand into BySubtraction's body.
Scorpion scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Scorpion misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from BySubtraction.
BySubtraction throws a hook but Scorpion avoids it easily.
Scorpion slips under a jab from BySubtraction.
Scorpion steps to the side to avoid the strikes from BySubtraction.
Scorpion with a jab.
BySubtraction looks to score with a jab to the body but Scorpion is just out of range.
BySubtraction misses with a hook. Scorpion ducked under it nicely.
Scorpion feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits BySubtractions jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#T1#
Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid the hook from BySubtraction.
A jab from Scorpion finds it's way through BySubtraction's defenses.
BySubtraction has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Scorpion.
BySubtraction throws a body shot but no joy.
Scorpion walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
BySubtraction waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Scorpion.
Scorpion was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Scorpion thumps BySubtraction with a low kick.
Scorpion displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as BySubtraction throws out the jab.
BySubtraction throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Scorpion sees it coming and avoids it easily.
BySubtraction tries to close the distance and clinch but Scorpion swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
BySubtraction throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
BySubtraction has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Scorpion.
Scorpion drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
BySubtraction throws an overhand right that lands on Scorpion's shoulder, as Scorpion tries to avoid the shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A slapping leg kick lands for Scorpion.
BySubtraction lands a nice hook to Scorpion's body. Scorpion takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Jab by BySubtraction.
BySubtraction throws a right hand that Scorpion ducks under and follows up with a left that Scorpion also avoids with ease.
BySubtraction lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Scorpion dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on BySubtraction. That did some damage!
BySubtraction throws out a loose jab but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scorpion defending well as BySubtraction loads up on a big left hand.
As BySubtraction backs away, Scorpion returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.#T2#
BySubtraction tries to close the distance and clinch up but Scorpion swats him away and circles back towards the center.
BySubtraction tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Scorpion throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent BySubtraction stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Scorpion lands with an overhand left.
Scorpion throws a low kick but BySubtraction avoids it.
Scorpion lands with a shot to the body.
Scorpion darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
BySubtraction checks the leg kick nicely there.
A jab from BySubtraction finds it's way through Scorpion's defenses.
Scorpion buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Scorpion moves out of range of the strikes.
BySubtraction lands with a straight right. Scorpion didn't see that one coming.
Scorpion looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A nice leg kick from Scorpion, right into the meat of the thigh.
A big right from BySubtraction misses.
BySubtraction connects with the punch.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
BySubtraction misses the jab.
BySubtraction tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Scorpion was well out of range. Poor timing from BySubtraction.#CL#
BySubtraction tries to keep at a distance but Scorpion has taken the fight into the clinch.
Scorpion works on BySubtraction's body with a couple of short punches.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Addition BySubtraction will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
BySubtraction closes the distance looking to clinch
and Scorpion counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Scorpion tries a head kick but it misses.
Scorpion with the inside leg kick.
Scorpion throws a leg kick but BySubtraction sees it coming and checks it nicely.
BySubtraction misses with a few strikes there.
BySubtraction misses the jab.#CL2#
BySubtraction fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Scorpion, pushing him back against the ropes.
A short uppercut from Scorpion.
BySubtraction looks to throw an elbow but misses.
BySubtraction tries to break the clinch but Scorpion is controlling the position.
Scorpion lands a hook that snaps the head of BySubtraction backwards.
Scorpion lands a left hand.
BySubtraction is trying to push Scorpion away but Scorpion has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
BySubtraction tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Scorpion avoids it.
A right hook to the body lands for Scorpion.
Scorpion avoiding damage as BySubtraction throws knees to the body.
Scorpion lands with a right to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Scorpion lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Good body shot from Scorpion.
A short right from Scorpion.
BySubtraction is breathing heavily.
Scorpion lands a body shot. #T1#
Scorpion scores with a shoulder strike.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by BySubtraction as Scorpion tries to tie him up.
Scorpion tried to land a shot to the body but connects with BySubtraction's elbow.
A hook to the body from Scorpion.
Scorpion softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Scorpion lands a hook to the side of the head.
Scorpion lands with a right to the head.
Scorpion lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down BySubtraction.
Scorpion tries a body shot but BySubtraction blocks it.
BySubtraction wants to break the clinch but can't.
A right hand to the body from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands with a right to the head.
BySubtraction prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Scorpion lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of BySubtraction backwards.
Scorpion managing to block the knees to the body from BySubtraction.
Scorpion makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scorpion scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A shot in the inside from Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with a hook to the ribs. #T2#
A short right from Scorpion.
BySubtraction tries to land knees in the clinch but Scorpion avoids the damage to the body.
Scorpion lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt BySubtraction or not.
Scorpion scores with a hook to the body.
Scorpion lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Scorpion lands with a short punch from the clinch.
BySubtraction misses with a hook from the clinch.
BySubtraction's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Nice body punch from Scorpion - that landed with a thud.
Scorpion lands with a left to the head.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt BySubtraction or not.
Scorpion lands a hook to the side of the head.
BySubtraction wants to break free but Scorpion has control.
Scorpion lands a hook to the side of the head.
A short left from Scorpion.
Scorpion tried to land a shot to the body but connects with BySubtraction's elbow.
A short body shot lands from Scorpion as the two fighters clinch.
Scorpion is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that BySubtraction can do to turn this around?
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Scorpion scores with a shoulder strike.
Scorpion presses BySubtraction against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Scorpion is looking to control BySubtraction's arms but BySubtraction gets an underhook and turns him. Now Scorpion has his back to the ropes.
Scorpion makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R3##CL#
Scorpion closes the distance and clinches.
Scorpion is leaning against BySubtraction and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Scorpion.
Silva Scorpion has scored more points in the clinch so far.
BySubtraction looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
A short right from Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
A short body shot lands from Scorpion as the two fighters clinch.
Scorpion scores with a shot to the side of BySubtraction's head.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Scorpion presses BySubtraction against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Scorpion struggles to land a body shot inside as BySubtraction controls his hands.
Scorpion lands a hook that snaps the head of BySubtraction backwards.
Scorpion lands a body punch in the clinch.
Scorpion scores with a shoulder strike. #BC#
Scorpion breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Scorpion effectively controlling the action here.
A nice left hand lands by Scorpion.
BySubtraction takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Scorpion lands a right hand.
Scorpion can't find room to land a body shot as BySubtraction controls the action. #T1#
Scorpion lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Scorpion lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Scorpion avoiding damage as BySubtraction throws knees to the body.
Still in the clinch, Scorpion scores with a nice short uppercut.
Good body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion managing to block the knees to the body from BySubtraction.
Scorpion slowing the pace effectively.
Scorpion lands a body punch in the clinch.
BySubtraction misses with an elbow strike.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by BySubtraction as Scorpion tries to tie him up.
A right hook to the body lands for Scorpion.
Scorpion blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
A short uppercut from Scorpion.
Scorpion blocks a body shot from BySubtraction.
Scorpion will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning BySubtraction up against the ropes.
Scorpion lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Scorpion lands a body shot.
Scorpion lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#BC#
Scorpion breaks the clinch.
Scorpion connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
BySubtraction might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Scorpion defending well as BySubtraction loads up on a big left hand.
A chopping leg kick lands by Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a jab.
Scorpion lands with a thumping leg kick.
Scorpion lands a jab to the head.
BySubtraction takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Scorpion with a jab.
A jab from Scorpion does it's job there.
BySubtraction throws an overhand right that lands on Scorpion's shoulder, as Scorpion tries to avoid the shot.
Scorpion scores with a crisp jab that stopped BySubtraction in his tracks.
A looping hook to the body misses from Scorpion. BySubtraction does a little dance to reset his feet.
BySubtraction lands a really nice looking cross but Scorpion seems unphased.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#CL#
BySubtraction gets tackled into the ropes by Scorpion. Scorpion maintains the clinch.
Scorpion digs a right hand underneath BySubtraction's ribcage. BySubtraction let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
BySubtraction doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Scorpion.
BySubtraction using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Scorpion has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion clearly takes that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R4#
Scorpion fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Scorpion ducks under a wild hook from BySubtraction.
BySubtraction misses the shot to the body.
Scorpion moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
BySubtraction misses with a straight right.
Scorpion dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Scorpion slips under a jab from BySubtraction.
Scorpion with a jab.
BySubtraction drops his hands momentarily and Scorpion takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Scorpion throws a nice outside leg kick.
Scorpion with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
BySubtraction throws a hook but Scorpion avoids it easily.
A big left from BySubtraction misses.
Scorpion uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from BySubtraction.
Scorpion tried to counter with a leg kick but BySubtraction avoided it.
A thudding body kick lands there by Scorpion!
Scorpion lands a body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Good leg kick by Scorpion.
BySubtraction loads up on a big right hand but Scorpion slips the punch.
Scorpion scores with a crisp jab that stopped BySubtraction in his tracks.
BySubtraction walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
BySubtraction pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T1#
Scorpion swings for the body but BySubtraction moves out of range.
BySubtraction stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Scorpion.
BySubtraction is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Scorpion.
Scorpion shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
BySubtraction tries to counter with a clinch but Scorpion shakes him off and moves away.
BySubtraction throws a sloppy body shot
and Scorpion counters with a nice uppercut.
BySubtraction moves forwards but Scorpion connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid the hook from BySubtraction.
BySubtraction takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing. #CL#
Scorpion moves into the clinch.
BySubtraction tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
A nice glancing elbow lands by BySubtraction. #CUT2#It looks like Silva Scorpion has been cut.
Scorpion avoiding damage as BySubtraction throws knees to the body.
BySubtraction tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Scorpion avoids it.
A short right from Scorpion.
Scorpion scores with a shoulder strike.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
BySubtraction can't break the clinch.
BySubtraction takes a shot to the head.
Scorpion lands a left hand.
Scorpion avoiding damage as BySubtraction throws knees to the body.
BySubtraction is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.#T2#
BySubtraction throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
BySubtraction misses with a knee strike.
Good body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Scorpion digs a right hand into BySubtraction's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on BySubtraction's gas tank.
Scorpion lands a hook that snaps the head of BySubtraction backwards.
Nice body punch from Scorpion - that landed with a thud.
Scorpion digs a right hand into BySubtraction's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on BySubtraction's gas tank.
Scorpion tries to work over BySubtraction's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A short uppercut from Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Scorpion lands a shoulder strike.
BySubtraction trying to land knees to the body.
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
BySubtraction trying to land knees to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Scorpion is leaning against BySubtraction and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Scorpion works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Scorpion works on BySubtraction's body with a couple of short punches.
A nice right hand lands inside from Scorpion.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion had his way with Addition BySubtraction in that round.
The cut man is working on Silva Scorpion's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R5#
BySubtraction takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Addition BySubtraction has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A swing and a miss from BySubtraction.
BySubtraction throws a looping overhand right but Scorpion ducks down to avoid it.
Scorpion throws a quick inside leg kick.
Scorpion scores with a hook to the body. BySubtraction takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Scorpion throws a head kick but BySubtraction moves out of range.
Scorpion listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
BySubtraction lands with a good body shot.
BySubtraction tries to close the distance and clinch but Scorpion swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Scorpion lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Scorpion scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
BySubtraction fails in his attempt to clinch.
BySubtraction fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Scorpion manages to avoid it.
Scorpion with a body punch. A glancing blow.
BySubtraction swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Scorpion connects with a body shot.
Scorpion dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#CL#
Scorpion drives through and clinches with BySubtraction against the ropes.
BySubtraction's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
BySubtraction trying to land knees to the body. #T1#
BySubtraction tries to break free but Scorpion pushes him back against the ropes.
Scorpion lands a hook to the side of the head.
BySubtraction missing with knees to the body.
A short left from Scorpion.
BySubtraction throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Scorpion lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
BySubtraction tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Scorpion avoids it.
Scorpion is working BySubtraction over against the ropes.
BySubtraction is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
BySubtraction takes a shot to the head.
Scorpion scores with a nice hook to the head.
Silva Scorpion is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
BySubtraction tries to land knees in the clinch but Scorpion avoids the damage to the body.
Still in the clinch, Scorpion scores with a nice short uppercut.
Scorpion lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #ROC#BySubtraction is rocked!
BySubtraction has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Scorpion.
BySubtraction is still on wobbly legs! Can Scorpion finish him?
Scorpion keeps control of BySubtraction as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Scorpion has BySubtraction pushed against the ropes.
BySubtraction seems to have recovered his senses.
BySubtraction tries to break free but Scorpion pushes him back against the ropes.#T2#
Scorpion lands a right hand that snaps the head of BySubtraction backwards.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
BySubtraction missing with knees to the body.
Scorpion avoiding damage as BySubtraction throws knees to the body.
Scorpion stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
BySubtraction tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Scorpion's elbow.
Scorpion avoids a wild elbow strike from BySubtraction.
BySubtraction trying to land knees to the body.
Scorpion managing to block the knees to the body from BySubtraction.
Scorpion tries to work over BySubtraction's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Scorpion blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
A short right from Scorpion on the inside.
BySubtraction wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Scorpion blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
BySubtraction is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Scorpion is defending well for now.

And that's the end of the fight!
Silva Scorpion showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Scorpion 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 49:46
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 49:46
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 49:46

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Silva Scorpion!

Silva Scorpion retains his featherweight title!
After winning the bout, Silva Scorpion thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: AKF 77     
Date:   Jan 21, 2023
#R1#
The fighters circling - Neich throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Neich swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Neich throws a jab when Scorpion was well out of range.
Nice shot by Neich.
Scorpion bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Neich's head backwards.
Neich throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Scorpion stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Neich throws a jab but it's blocked by Scorpion.
Scorpion looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Scorpion dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Scorpion pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Neich throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Nice defenses there by Scorpion.
Neich throws a body punch but Scorpion moves out of range.
Scorpion lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Scorpion fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Neich manages to avoid it.
Scorpion throws a right and a left that Neich avoids nicely.
Scorpion turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Neich just misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Neich takes a swing at Scorpion's ribcage but misses.
A chopping leg kick lands by Scorpion.
Scorpion ducks under a wild hook from Neich.
Scorpion connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Scorpion lands with a shot to the body.
The fighters circling - Scorpion throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Neich takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#T1#
Neich loads up on a big right hand but Scorpion slips the punch.
Neich looks to score with a jab to the body but Scorpion is just out of range.
Neich throws a big shot that misses.
Scorpion on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Lester Neich seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Scorpion ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
The fighters circling - Neich throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Neich.
Neich misses with a wild body shot.
Scorpion has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Scorpion there as he acknowledges the shot.
Scorpion works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Scorpion takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Scorpion scoring well with a low kick there.
A swing and a miss from Neich.
Scorpion throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Neich stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
A decent looking cross lands there for Scorpion.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Neich misses with an uppercut.
Neich throws out a loose jab but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scorpion slips under a jab.
Neich on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Neich moves away.
Neich throws an overhand right that lands on Scorpion's shoulder, as Scorpion tries to avoid the shot.
Neich pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Neich misses with a body shot. #T2#
Scorpion just misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion scores with a nice head shot.
Scorpion throws a shot from downtown. Neich moves away and avoids it.
Neich misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Scorpion.
Scorpion throws out a loose jab but Neich uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scorpion scores with a kick to the body.
Scorpion lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Scorpion fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
A nice inside leg kick there by Scorpion. That's going to slow Neich down.
Neich fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Scorpion looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Neich takes a swing at Scorpion's ribcage but misses.
Neich fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Scorpion manages to avoid it.
Scorpion ducks under a wild hook from Neich.
Neich misses with a right hand
and Scorpion counters with a low kick, right behind Neich 's knee.
Neich looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Neich throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Neich lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Neich slips a straight right by Scorpion.
Scorpion looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Scorpion takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Neich has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Scorpion takes a swing at Neich's ribcage but misses.
Neich looks to land a left hand but Scorpion moved out of range nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Silva Scorpion will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Neich throws a jab but it's blocked by Scorpion.
Scorpion uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Neich has time to react.
Neich misses with a straight left.
Neich slips under a jab from Scorpion.
Neich slips under a jab.
Scorpion throws a body shot but no joy.
Neich misses with a body shot.
Scorpion throws a sloppy head kick and Neich moves out of range easily.
Neich cracks Scorpion with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the ropes.
Scorpion cracks Neich with a good jab.
Neich tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Scorpion was well out of range. Poor timing from Neich.
Silva Scorpion is winning the standup battle so far.
Neich takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Neich scores with a jab.
Scorpion misses with a straight left.
Neich misses with a wild body shot.
Neich misses with an uppercut. Scorpion saw that one coming.
Neich misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Neich.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Neich connects with a looping right hand.
Scorpion moves away from the strike by Neich.
Scorpion gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Scorpion goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Scorpion moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #T1#
Neich lands with a shot to the body.
Scorpion lands with a thumping leg kick.
Neich throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Scorpion throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Neich sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Neich is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Scorpion with a body shot.
Neich scores with a body shot.
Neich scores with a jab to the jaw.
Neich misses with a straight right.
An attempted straight right counter from Scorpion misses the target.#CL#
Scorpion rushes Neich and presses him up against the ropes.
A short left from Scorpion.
Neich misses with a short punch on the inside.
Neich throws a head punch that misses.
Neich's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Neich.
Neich misses with the head strike.
Scorpion lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Scorpion lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Scorpion lands a nice shot to the body.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Scorpion.
Scorpion blocking some punches.
Neich fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Scorpion lands a body shot in the clinch.
Neich is breathing heavily.
A short body shot lands from Scorpion as the two fighters clinch. #T2#
Scorpion lands with a short shot to the head.
Nice body punch from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Neich or not.
Scorpion digs a right hand into Neich's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Neich's gas tank.
Scorpion lands with a left to the head.
Scorpion lands a right hand that snaps the head of Neich backwards.
Scorpion cracks Neich with a nice body shot.
Scorpion throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Neichs head.
Scorpion lands a body shot.
Scorpion scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Scorpion presses Neich against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Scorpion is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Neich can do to turn this around?
Scorpion presses Neich against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Scorpion lands a shoulder strike.
Scorpion is working Neich over against the ropes.
Scorpion lands with a left to the head.
Scorpion pushes Neich back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Scorpion lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Neich or not.
Nice body punch from Scorpion.
Scorpion is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Scorpion lands a body punch in the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R3#
Scorpion paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Scorpion looks to throw the jab but Neich is out of range.
Scorpion scores with a leg kick.
Neich throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Neich just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromScorpion.
A swing and a miss from Neich.
Neich misses with an uppercut. Scorpion saw that one coming.
Scorpion works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Scorpion uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Neich.
Neich misses with a hook. Scorpion ducked under it nicely.
Neich throws a body punch but Scorpion moves out of range.
It appears Scorpion was looking to counter with a kick there.
Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Neich.
Scorpion lands a nice hook to Neich's body. Neich takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Neich on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Scorpion. Scorpion obviously looking to wear him down.
Scorpion sizes up Neich with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Scorpion. Neich shrugs it off though.
Scorpion swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Neich takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
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!
Scorpion misses with an attempted mid kick.
Neich looks to score with a jab to the body but Scorpion is just out of range.
Scorpion connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Neich throws a hook to the side of Scorpion's head but Scorpion sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Scorpion throws a push kick but Neich slaps the foot to one side. #T1#
Scorpion is looking to slow Neich down with leg kicks.
Neich looks to land a right hand but Scorpion moved out of range.
It looked like Scorpion was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Neich.
The crowd cheers as Scorpion lands an impressive looking overhand right. Neich doesn't seem phased though.
Neich on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Neich takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Scorpion staying out of range there.
Neich with a jab.
Scorpion displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Neich throws out the jab.
Scorpion looks to land a right hand but Neich moved out of range.
Neich throws a body shot but no joy.
Neich throws a looping overhand right but Scorpion ducks down to avoid it.
Scorpion lands a nice hook to Neich's body. Neich takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Scorpion throws a shot from downtown. Neich moves away and avoids it.
A little jabbing left from Neich on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Neich swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Scorpion connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Scorpion tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Neich was well out of range. Poor timing from Scorpion.
Scorpion ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Neich avoids the head kick by Scorpion.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Scorpion misses with a kick to the body. #CL#
Scorpion has taken the fight to the clinch.
Scorpion scores with a hook to the body.#T2#
Nice body punch from Scorpion.
Neich takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Neich misses with some punches.
Scorpion lands with a short shot to the head.
Neich has a couple of punches blocked by Scorpion.
Scorpion lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Neich misses with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion pushes Neich back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Neich throws a head punch that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Scorpion.
Scorpion lands with a light punch inside.
Scorpion blocking some punches.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Neich tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A right hand to the body from Scorpion.
Scorpion scores with a hook to the body.
Scorpion lands with a short shot to the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion digs a right hand into Neich's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Neich's gas tank.
Scorpion lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Scorpion lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Scorpion lands a nice uppercut.
Scorpion blocks an uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion clearly takes that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R4#
Scorpion swings for the body but Neich moves out of range.
Neich throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A head kick from Scorpion lands but Neich takes it in his stride.
Scorpion throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Scorpion.
Scorpion connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Neich just misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Scorpion takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Neich ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scorpion moves away.
Scorpion misses with a wild body shot.
Scorpion lands a jab to the nose.
Scorpion stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Neich swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Scorpion looks to score with a jab to the body but Neich is just out of range.
Neich throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scorpion with a nice calf kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL#
Scorpion has closed the distance and engaged Neich in a clinch.
Scorpion is struggling to control the position.
Scorpion wants to stall. #T1#
Scorpion blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Scorpion.
Scorpion taking a breather.
Scorpion lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Scorpion tries to work over Neich's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Scorpion lands a right hand. #ROC#Neich is rocked!#BC2#
Neich escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Neich is still on wobbly legs! Can Scorpion finish him?
Neich blocks a jab.
Neich seems to have recovered his senses.
Scorpion lands with a good body shot.#CL#
Scorpion gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC2#
Neich escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Neich takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders. #CL#
Scorpion fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Neich, pushing him back against the ropes.
Neich tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A right handed body shot lands from Scorpion.
Neich swings wildly with an uppercut but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Neich's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Scorpion scores with a shot to the side of Neich's head. #T2#
Scorpion misses with a hook to the ribs.
Scorpion lands a left hand that snaps the head of Neich backwards.
Neich throws a punch but it's blocked by Scorpion.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Scorpion.
Neich lands a hook to the side of the head.
Scorpion lands a body punch in the clinch.
Neich has a couple of punches blocked by Scorpion.
Neich swings wildly with an uppercut but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
A nice right hand lands inside from Scorpion.
Neich throws a punch but it's blocked by Scorpion.
A left hand lands to the body for Scorpion.
A short right from Scorpion.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a right hand that snaps the head of Neich backwards.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Neich misses with a punch on the inside.
A hook to the body from Scorpion.
Neich is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Neich misses with the head strike.
Nice body punch from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands with a light punch inside.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion had his way with Lester Neich in that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R5#
Scorpion lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Neich at a distance.
Scorpion keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Neich.
Scorpion appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Scorpion ducks under a wild hook from Neich.#CL#
Scorpion moves into the clinch.
Scorpion taking a breather.
Scorpion lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Scorpion working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Neich misses with a hook from the clinch.
A body shot lands from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Neich backwards.
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
Neich lands a shoulder strike.
A right hand to the body from Scorpion.
Scorpion digs a right hand into Neich's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Neich's gas tank.
Scorpion blocking some punches.
Scorpion lands with a short punch from the clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A right hand to the body from Scorpion.
Scorpion wants to stall.
A right hand to the body from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Neich is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Scorpion lands a body punch in the clinch. #T1#
Scorpion is working Neich over against the ropes.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a shot to the body.
A left hand lands to the body for Scorpion.
Scorpion lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Scorpion scores with a shot to the side of Neich's head.
Scorpion digs a right hand underneath Neich's ribcage. Neich let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Scorpion is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
A right handed body shot lands from Scorpion.
Good body shot from Scorpion.
Silva Scorpion is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
A right handed body shot lands from Scorpion.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Scorpion.
Scorpion stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
A hook to the body from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands with a short shot to the head.
A body shot lands from Scorpion.
Neich swings wildly with an uppercut but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
Scorpion misses with a hook to the ribs.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Neich misses with a punch on the inside.
Scorpion lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Scorpion struggles to land a body shot inside as Neich controls his hands.
Neich working aggressively here.
Scorpion blocks an uppercut.
Neich misses with some punches.
Neich misses with the head strike.
Neich throws a head punch that misses.
Scorpion digs a right hand underneath Neich's ribcage. Neich let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Neich scores with a shot to the side of Scorpion's head.
Scorpion blocking some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Neich fails to land.
Lester Neich has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Scorpion lands a left hand.

And that's the end of the fight!
Silva Scorpion showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Scorpion 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 50:45
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 50:45
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 49:46

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Silva Scorpion!

Silva Scorpion retains his featherweight title!
During a confident post fight interview, Silva Scorpion thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: AKF FN 400     
Date:   Jan 13, 2023
#R1#
Neich stuns Scorpion with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Neich darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Scorpion takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Scorpion staying out of range there.#CL2#
Scorpion gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Neich takes a shot to the head.
Neich has a couple of punches blocked by Scorpion.
A short body shot lands from Scorpion as the two fighters clinch.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a shot to the body.
Neich misses with a punch on the inside.
Neich throws a punch but it's blocked by Scorpion.
Scorpion is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
Nice body punch from Scorpion.
Neich throws a head punch that misses.
Scorpion lands a nice shot to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Scorpion lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A short right from Scorpion on the inside.
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Scorpion lands a left hand that snaps the head of Neich backwards.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Neich lands a right hand.
Scorpion blocking some punches. #T1#
Neich misses with some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Scorpion.
Scorpion lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Scorpion lands a shot to the body.
Scorpion makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Scorpion struggles to land a body shot inside as Neich controls his hands.
Neich is looking to break free of the clinch but Scorpion has double underhooks.
Neich tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Scorpion lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Neich or not.
Neich misses with a hook from the clinch.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Scorpion has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Neich seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Scorpion can turn it around.
A head punch on the inside from Neich fails to land.
Scorpion lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Scorpion lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Neich.
Scorpion scores with a nice hook to the head.
Scorpion blocks an uppercut.
Nice body punch from Scorpion.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Neich.
Scorpion makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Scorpion pushes Neich back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
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!
Scorpion pushes Neich back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Neich is breathing heavily.#BC2#
Scorpion breaks from the clinch. #T2#
Neich sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
A big right from Neich misses.
Neich keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Neich takes a swing at Scorpion's ribcage but misses.
Neich just misses with a punch to the body.
Neich is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Neich misses with a body shot.
Scorpion misses the shot to the body.
Neich uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a body shot but no joy.
Scorpion uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Neich.
Scorpion misses with a body shot.
Neich swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Scorpion punishes Neich's body with a nice straight punch.
Neich tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Scorpion was well out of range. Poor timing from Neich.
Neich throws a lazy right hand but Scorpion sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Scorpion scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Neich doesn't seem bothered though.
Neich lands a nice shot to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion lands a jab to the head.
Scorpion fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Neich manages to avoid it.
Good leg kick by Scorpion.
Decent striking displayed by Scorpion there.
Scorpion dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Neich. That did some damage!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Scorpion lets loose with a powerful body kick. Neich will feel that in the morning.
Scorpion is looking to slow Neich down with leg kicks.
A slow jab from Scorpion misses its intended target.
Scorpion misses the shot to the body.
Scorpion slips a jab from Neich.
Scorpion ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Nice defenses there by Scorpion.
Scorpion listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Scorpion has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A looping hook to the body misses from Scorpion. Neich does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nice defenses there by Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with an uppercut.
Neich is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Scorpion.
Scorpion takes a swing at Neich's ribcage but misses.
Scorpion scores with a shot to the body.
Scorpion lands a lovely overhand right.
Neich misses the shot to the body.
Scorpion follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Neich swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Neich throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scorpion misses the shot to the body.
Neich swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Scorpion looks to score with a jab to the body but Neich is just out of range.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Neich misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Scorpion.
Scorpion thumps Neich with a low kick.#T1#
Scorpion cracks Neich with a good jab.
Neich keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Neich fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Scorpion manages to avoid it.
Neich throws a hook to the side of Scorpion's head but Scorpion sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Neich checks a leg kick.
Neich swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Scorpion lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Neich throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Scorpion scoring well with a low kick there.
Scorpion cracks Neich with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Neich tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Scorpion was well out of range. Poor timing from Neich.
A swing and a miss from Scorpion.
Scorpion is looking to slow Neich down with leg kicks.
Neich lands the left hand.
Silva Scorpion seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Neich misses with a wild body shot.
Scorpion waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Neich.
Scorpion slips a straight right by Neich.
Scorpion lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Scorpion avoids the body shot from Neich.
Neich misses with a body shot.
Neich throws a hook to the side of Scorpion's head but Scorpion sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Scorpion lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Neich takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there. #T2#
Scorpion throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Scorpion misses with an uppercut.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
A big left from Scorpion misses.
Neich ducks under a wild hook from Scorpion.
A swing and a miss from Neich.
Neich throws a body punch but Scorpion moves out of range.
Scorpion lands an overhand right.
Neich avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Scorpion lands a nice hook to Neich's body. Neich takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Neich throws a lazy right hand but Scorpion sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Nice uppercut there from Neich.
Scorpion with a jab.
Neich misses with a right hand
enabling Scorpion to counter with a crisp jab.
Scorpion scores with a body shot.
Scorpion just misses with a punch to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#CL2#
Scorpion has taken the fight to the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Scorpion.
Scorpion tries a body shot but Neich blocks it.
Scorpion blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Neich lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Scorpion backwards.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action!#R3#
Neich throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Scorpion scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Neich swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Scorpion takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Scorpion lands a jab.
Scorpion tries to clinch there but Neich circles away.
Neich catches Scorpion with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Scorpion lands a leg kick that knocks Neich off balance momentarily.
Neich ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scorpion moves away.
Scorpion misses with a body shot.
Scorpion connects with an inside leg kick.
Neich throws the left hand but Scorpion avoids the punch easily.
Good leg kick by Scorpion.
Scorpion connects with an inside leg kick.
Neich misses with a wild body shot.
Scorpion looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Scorpion ducks under a wild hook from Neich.
Scorpion displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Neich throws out the jab.
Scorpion moves away from the strike by Neich.
Neich lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Scorpion fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Neich manages to avoid it.
Scorpion lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#T1#
Scorpion blocks an uppercut.
Scorpion is leaning against Neich and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Neich misses with a punch on the inside.
Scorpion prevents Neich from breaking the clinch.
Scorpion struggles to land a body shot inside as Neich controls his hands.
Scorpion lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Scorpion lands a body punch.
Scorpion lands with a right to the head.
Scorpion lands a shoulder strike.
Scorpion lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Neich backwards.
Scorpion blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Scorpion lands a right hand.
Scorpion blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Scorpion scores with a shot to the side of Neich's head.
Scorpion blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Neich misses with a punch on the inside.
A frustrated look appears on Neich's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Scorpion misses with a punch to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Neich fails to land.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Scorpion.
Silva Scorpion seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#T2#
Neich swings wildly with an uppercut but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scorpion digs a right hand into Neich's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Neich's gas tank.
Scorpion lands with a right to the head. #CUT2#It looks like Lester Neich has been cut.
Scorpion tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Neich's elbow.
Scorpion working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but Neich avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes.
Neich misses with the head strike.
Scorpion lands a nice uppercut.
Scorpion scores with a shoulder strike. #ROC2#Neich is rocked!
Neich is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but Neich avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes.
Oh Neich is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Scorpion tries a body shot but Neich blocks it.
Neich seems to have got his legs back now.
Scorpion scores with a shoulder strike.
Scorpion pushes Neich back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Scorpion blocking some punches.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion blocks a punch to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Neich.
Neich's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Scorpion lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Scorpion blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Scorpion digs a right hand into Neich's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Neich's gas tank.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion really dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Lester Neich's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R4##CL2#
Scorpion gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Scorpion lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Scorpion working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Scorpion scores with a hook to the body.#BC#
Neich breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Scorpion moves out of range of the strikes.
Neich is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Scorpion.
Scorpion cracks Neich with an open hand slap.
Scorpion takes a swing at Neich's ribcage but misses.
Neich throws a body shot but no joy.
Scorpion throws a body shot but no joy.
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Neich moves away.
Neich lands a body shot.
Neich fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Scorpion manages to avoid it.
Lester Neich seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Neich throws a hook but Scorpion avoids it easily.
Neich throws a jab when Scorpion was well out of range.
Scorpion throws a lazy right hand but Neich sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Neich takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Neich misses the body punch
and Scorpion counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Neich looks to land a right hand but Scorpion moved out of range.
A jab from Scorpion misses.
Neich was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Neich slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#T1#
Neich swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Scorpion misses with a body shot.
Neich takes a jab right on the kisser.
Neich uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Scorpion.
Neich throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Scorpion let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
A shot to the body from Neich misses
and Scorpion counters with a left to the body.
Neich missing with a left hand there. Scorpion was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Scorpion throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Neich lands a slapping body shot.
Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Neich.
A slapping leg kick lands for Scorpion.
Neich misses with a looping left.
Neich bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
An attempted straight right counter from Neich misses the target.
A shot to the liver by Scorpion. Beautiful body shot.
Scorpion connects with a body shot that sends Neich's belly button to the back.
Scorpion drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#CL2#
Scorpion gets in close and instigates a clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scorpion lands a hook to the side of the head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Neich.
A short body shot lands from Scorpion as the two fighters clinch. #T2#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Scorpion.
Scorpion holding his opponent close, against the ropes.
A nice right hand lands inside from Scorpion.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Scorpion creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Scorpion digs a right hand into Neich's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Neich's gas tank.
Scorpion slows down the pace here.
Neich swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a left hand that snaps the head of Neich backwards.
The referee is keeping an eye on Scorpion - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Scorpion lands a left hand.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Neich looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
A shot in the inside from Scorpion.
Neich throws a punch but it's blocked by Scorpion.
Scorpion keeps control of Neich as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that fourth round.
The cut man is working on Lester Neich's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R5#
The crowd cheers as Scorpion lands an impressive looking overhand right. Neich doesn't seem phased though.
Neich throws a hook but Scorpion blocks it.
Scorpion avoids the body shot from Neich.
Scorpion looks to score with a jab to the body but Neich is just out of range.
Neich just misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Neichs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Nice body punch from Scorpion.
The fighters circling - Neich throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Neich takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Neich jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Neich connects with a nice looking jab.
Scorpion tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Neich was well out of range. Poor timing from Scorpion.
Scorpion is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Neich rather than just go for the knockout.#CL2#
Scorpion fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Neich, pushing him back against the ropes.
Neich looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Neich misses with the head strike.
Neich throws a punch but it's blocked by Scorpion.
Neich has a couple of punches blocked by Scorpion.
Scorpion cracks Neich with a nice body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Neich misses with the head strike.
Scorpion lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Scorpion blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Scorpion makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#T1#
Scorpion lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Neich backwards.
Scorpion lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Scorpion blocks an uppercut.
A right hand to the body from Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with a hook to the ribs.
A short right from Scorpion on the inside.
Scorpion blocks an uppercut.
Neich misses with a punch on the inside.
Scorpion keeps control of Neich as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Nice body punch from Scorpion - that landed with a thud.
Silva Scorpion is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Neich has a couple of punches blocked by Scorpion.
Scorpion blocks an uppercut.
Neich fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion blocks an uppercut.
Scorpion working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Neich misses with a hook from the clinch.
Scorpion blocks an uppercut. #T2#
Neich has a couple of punches blocked by Scorpion.
Neich misses with a hook from the clinch.
Scorpion cracks Neich with a nice body shot.
Scorpion blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Neich has a couple of punches blocked by Scorpion.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Scorpion can't find room to land a body shot as Neich controls the action.
Scorpion lands with a left to the head.
Scorpion lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Neich or not.
Neich swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Scorpion blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Neich lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Neich prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
Neich throws a punch but it's blocked by Scorpion.
Scorpion lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Lester Neich has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A head punch blocked on the inside by Scorpion.

And that's the end of the fight!
Silva Scorpion comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Scorpion 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 45:50
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 45:50
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 45:50

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

 

Event: AKF 75 | Addition vs. Scorpion     
Date:   Dec 17, 2022
#R1#
Scorpion fakes high and swings low for a body shot but BySubtraction manages to avoid it.
Scorpion throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
BySubtraction on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Scorpion slips under a jab from BySubtraction.
Scorpion keeps the fight on the outside.
Scorpion takes a swing at BySubtraction's ribcage but misses.
BySubtraction throws a lazy right hand but Scorpion sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
BySubtraction ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scorpion moves away.
BySubtraction tries to move into range but Scorpion moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Scorpion needs to keep his hands up - BySubtraction had a free shot at his head there.
BySubtraction checks a leg kick.
BySubtraction ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scorpion moves away.
BySubtraction fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Scorpion has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Scorpion throws a nice inside leg kick.
Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid the hook from BySubtraction.
Scorpion fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and BySubtraction has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
BySubtraction checks a leg kick nicely.
BySubtraction misses with a looping right.
Scorpion swats away the attempt to clinch by BySubtraction.#CL2#
Scorpion has taken the fight to the clinch.
Scorpion lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T1##BC#
BySubtraction's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
A big right from BySubtraction misses.
Scorpion swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
BySubtraction tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Scorpion manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
BySubtraction just misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion steps to the side to avoid the strikes from BySubtraction.
BySubtraction throws a shot from downtown. Scorpion moves away and avoids it.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
BySubtraction lands with a straight right. Scorpion didn't see that one coming.
BySubtraction is pinned up against the ropes taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
BySubtraction moves to clinch but Scorpion breaks away
and Scorpion counters with a nice body shot.
Scorpion scores with a jab. BySubtraction acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
BySubtraction throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
BySubtraction misses the jab.
Scorpion misses with a wild body shot.
BySubtraction throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Donk. BySubtraction catches Scorpion right on the button with a cross.
Scorpion lands a nice hook to BySubtraction's body. BySubtraction takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
BySubtraction chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Scorpion can pounce on him.
BySubtraction tries to close the distance and clinch up but Scorpion swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Scorpion is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down BySubtraction rather than just go for the knockout.
BySubtraction takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
BySubtraction lands a really nice looking cross but Scorpion seems unphased.
Scorpion jabs BySubtraction to the body, keeping him at a distance.
BySubtraction looks to land a left hand but Scorpion moved out of range nicely.#T2#
Scorpion scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. BySubtraction doesn't seem bothered though.
Scorpion slips a jab from BySubtraction.
BySubtraction lands a jab to the nose.
Scorpion bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Scorpion throws a body shot but no joy.
Scorpion has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Scorpion there as he acknowledges the shot.
Scorpion with the inside leg kick.
BySubtraction throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Scorpion uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from BySubtraction.
BySubtraction ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scorpion moves away.
Scorpion looks to score with a jab to the body but BySubtraction is just out of range.
A nice inside leg kick there by BySubtraction. That's going to slow Scorpion down.
Scorpion bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Scorpion follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Scorpion lands a jab.
Scorpion throws a leg kick which misses BySubtraction's front leg but catches the back leg as BySubtraction tries to avoid it.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Scorpion throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent BySubtraction stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
BySubtraction tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Scorpion was well out of range. Poor timing from BySubtraction.
Scorpion uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from BySubtraction.
Scorpion with a nice cross.
Decent striking displayed by BySubtraction there.
Scorpion misses the shot to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Silva Scorpion will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Scorpion stuns BySubtraction with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
BySubtraction throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Scorpion throws a head kick but BySubtraction moves out of range.
Scorpion fakes high and swings low for a body shot but BySubtraction manages to avoid it.
Scorpion connects with a body shot.
BySubtraction misses the jab.
BySubtraction's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Scorpion connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! BySubtraction scrambles back to his feet.
Scorpion scores with a hook.
Scorpion moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Silva Scorpion seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Scorpion moves out of range of the strikes.
BySubtraction throws a jab when Scorpion was well out of range.
Scorpion moves out of range as BySubtraction strikes.
Scorpion slips under a jab.
Scorpion let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#CL2#
Scorpion pushes BySubtraction up against the ropes in a clinch.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
BySubtraction unloads a knee to the mid-section.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
BySubtraction missing with knees to the body.
Scorpion managing to block the knees to the body from BySubtraction.
Our sources have told us that BySubtraction has been working on his elbows in the gym.
BySubtraction misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands an uppercut.
Scorpion on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body. #T1#
A right hand to the body from Scorpion.
Scorpion struggles to land a body shot inside as BySubtraction controls his hands.
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
A shot in the inside from Scorpion.
Scorpion has BySubtraction pressed against the ropes, preventing BySubtraction from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
BySubtraction tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Scorpion pushes BySubtraction back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Scorpion scores with a hook to the body.
BySubtraction tries to circle away but Scorpion has him pinned against the ropes.
BySubtraction lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Scorpion.
Good body shot from Scorpion.
BySubtraction takes a shot to the head.
Scorpion working some nice short punches in the clinch.
BySubtraction wants to break the clinch but can't.
Scorpion has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A right hand to the body from Scorpion.
BySubtraction prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
BySubtraction looking to throw knees to the head but Scorpion is blocking nicely.
Scorpion lands a hook that snaps the head of BySubtraction backwards.
Knees in the clinch landing for BySubtraction.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
BySubtraction tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Scorpion lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Silva Scorpion seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#T2#
Scorpion blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Scorpion blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Scorpion lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Scorpion tried to land a shot to the body but connects with BySubtraction's elbow.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Scorpion lands with a light punch inside.
Scorpion managing to block the knees to the body from BySubtraction.
BySubtraction digs a right hand underneath Scorpion's ribcage. Scorpion let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Scorpion works on BySubtraction's body with a couple of short punches.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
BySubtraction is trying to break the clinch but Scorpion has him pressed against the ropes. #BC2#
Scorpion breaks from the clinch.
Good leg kick by Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a slapping body shot.
Scorpion works BySubtraction's body with a nice hook.
Scorpion uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by BySubtraction.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
BySubtraction doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
BySubtraction throws a hook to the side of Scorpion's head but Scorpion sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Scorpion clobbers BySubtraction with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Scorpion throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A decent looking cross lands there for Scorpion.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R3#
BySubtraction throws a big shot that misses.
Scorpion throws a head kick but BySubtraction moves out of range.
Scorpion throws a shot to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from BySubtraction. Scorpion does a little dance to reset his feet.
Scorpion keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from BySubtraction.
Scorpion moves into range and connects with a jab.
A big left from BySubtraction misses.
Scorpion throws a shot to the body.
BySubtraction takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
BySubtraction throws a shot to the body.
BySubtraction lands with a good body shot.
BySubtraction misses the shot to the body.
A nice leg kick lands there from Scorpion.
Scorpion circles away from the clinch attempt.
BySubtraction is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
A looping hook to the body misses from BySubtraction. Scorpion does a little dance to reset his feet.
A countering left hand to the body from Scorpion misses.
BySubtraction swings for the body but Scorpion moves out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
BySubtraction has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Scorpion.
BySubtraction throws a looping overhand right but Scorpion ducks down to avoid it.
A little jabbing left from Scorpion on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
BySubtraction takes a shot to the body in his stride.
BySubtraction gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
BySubtraction throws a body shot but no joy. #T1#
Scorpion dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on BySubtraction. That did some damage!
A lazy body kick from BySubtraction
and Scorpion counters with a stiff right hand.
Scorpion keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
BySubtraction misses with a hook.
BySubtraction walks into a straight right hand from Scorpion.
BySubtraction throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scorpion punishes BySubtraction's body with a nice straight punch.
Scorpion throws out a powerful jab.#CL2#
Scorpion has managed to clinch.
Scorpion avoiding damage as BySubtraction throws knees to the body.
Scorpion lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Scorpion tries to work over BySubtraction's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Scorpion has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. BySubtraction seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Scorpion can turn it around.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Scorpion.
BySubtraction crunches a lovely knee into Scorpion's ribcage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
BySubtraction misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Scorpion.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Scorpion wants to stall.
BySubtraction is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Scorpion is defending well for now.
Scorpion on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
A left hand lands to the body for Scorpion.
Scorpion keeps control of BySubtraction as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #T2#
Scorpion lands an uppercut.
Scorpion makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Scorpion lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Scorpion tries a body shot but BySubtraction blocks it.
Scorpion struggles to land a body shot inside as BySubtraction controls his hands.
BySubtraction lands a right hand that snaps the head of Scorpion backwards.
BySubtraction digs a right hand into Scorpion's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Scorpion's gas tank.
Scorpion misses with a body punch. #BC#
BySubtraction breaks from the clinch.
Scorpion lands the left hand.
A jab from Scorpion finds it's way through BySubtraction's defenses.
The crowd cheers as BySubtraction lands an impressive looking overhand right. Scorpion doesn't seem phased though.
BySubtraction jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Scorpion flicks out a counter leg kick but BySubtraction steps away.
BySubtraction looks to land a left hand but Scorpion moved out of range nicely.
BySubtraction stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Scorpion.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion moves out of range as BySubtraction strikes.
Scorpion lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
BySubtraction takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
BySubtraction jabbing away but nothing is landing.
BySubtraction throws an overhand right that lands on Scorpion's shoulder, as Scorpion tries to avoid the shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion really dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R4##CL2#
BySubtraction tries to keep at a distance but Scorpion has taken the fight into the clinch.
BySubtraction blocks an uppercut.
BySubtraction takes a shot to the head.
BySubtraction missing with knees to the body.
A short right from Scorpion.
BySubtraction has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#BC#
BySubtraction escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Scorpion scores with a hook to the body. BySubtraction takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Scorpion lands a really nice looking cross but BySubtraction seems unphased.
Scorpion thumps BySubtraction with a low kick.
BySubtraction throws a big shot that misses.
Scorpion slips a straight right by BySubtraction.
Scorpion tries a quick counter leg kick but BySubtraction is wise to it.
BySubtraction fails with an attempt to clinch.
BySubtraction drops his hands momentarily and Scorpion takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
BySubtraction misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a leg kick that knocks BySubtraction off balance momentarily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nice shot lands for Scorpion.
BySubtraction takes one to the chin there.
Scorpion moves out of range of the strikes.
Scorpion works the jab nicely.#T1#
BySubtraction tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Scorpion manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Nice defenses there by Scorpion.
BySubtraction tries to clinch but Scorpion moves out of range.
BySubtraction throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid the hook from BySubtraction.
Scorpion scores with the left hand. BySubtraction knows he should have avoided that one.
Scorpion throws a wild body kick that BySubtraction sees coming a mile off.
A nice leg kick from Scorpion, right into the meat of the thigh.
Nice defenses there by Scorpion.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Scorpion! But no joy.
Scorpion buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Scorpion avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Scorpion scores with a body shot.
Scorpion thuds a left hand into BySubtraction's body.
BySubtraction looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Scorpion throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Nice defenses there by Scorpion.
Scorpion lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Scorpion misses with a body shot.
BySubtraction misses with a wild body shot.
A swing and a miss from BySubtraction.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Scorpion jabs at BySubtraction's body.#T2#
Good shot there by Scorpion.
Scorpion moves out of range as BySubtraction strikes.
Scorpion scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
BySubtraction throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
BySubtraction lands with a straight right. Scorpion didn't see that one coming.
BySubtraction throws a hook to the side of Scorpion's head but Scorpion sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Scorpion checks the leg kick nicely there.
BySubtraction connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Scorpion scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Scorpion lands a leg kick that knocks BySubtraction off balance momentarily.
BySubtraction tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Scorpion manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Scorpion avoids the body shot from BySubtraction.
A little jabbing left from Scorpion on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
BySubtraction closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
BySubtraction takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
BySubtraction takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
BySubtraction takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
BySubtraction rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Scorpion counters with a lovely straight right hand!
BySubtraction takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
A cross from Scorpion lands.#CL2#
Scorpion moves into the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that fourth round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R5#
Scorpion connects with a body shot.
Addition BySubtraction has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Good leg kick by Scorpion.
BySubtraction throws a body punch but Scorpion moves out of range.
BySubtraction throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#CL2#
Scorpion has BySubtraction up against the ropes in a clinch.
BySubtraction is trying to break free.
Scorpion lands with a short punch from the clinch.
BySubtraction blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
BySubtraction blocks a body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion working some nice short punches in the clinch.
BySubtraction can't break the clinch.
Scorpion managing to block the knees to the body from BySubtraction.
Nice body punch from Scorpion.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scorpion is looking to control BySubtraction's arms but BySubtraction gets an underhook and turns him. Now Scorpion has his back to the ropes.
BySubtraction misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Scorpion.
Scorpion working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Scorpion is trying to stall.
Scorpion takes a knee to the side of the body.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but BySubtraction avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes. #T1##BC#
BySubtraction breaks from the clinch.
Scorpion misses with a wild body shot.
BySubtraction misses with an uppercut. Scorpion saw that one coming.
BySubtraction dodges the punch combination from Scorpion.
BySubtraction tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
A swing and a miss from BySubtraction.
Scorpion dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Scorpion stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Silva Scorpion is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Scorpion swings and misses with a hook to the body.
BySubtraction throws a series of punches but Scorpion moves out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Scorpion! But no joy.
Scorpion with a nice calf kick.
A big right from BySubtraction misses.
Scorpion slips under a jab.
Scorpion cracks BySubtraction with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
BySubtraction tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Scorpion manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Scorpion connects with a body shot.
Scorpion uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from BySubtraction.
BySubtraction doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Scorpion moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
BySubtraction on the wrong end of a nice jab.
BySubtraction throws a body shot but no joy.
Nice body punch from Scorpion.
BySubtraction looks to land a right hand but Scorpion moved out of range.
A shot to the liver by Scorpion. Beautiful body shot.
Scorpion avoids a punch combination nicely.
Both fighters circling a little - Scorpion finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
BySubtraction takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
BySubtraction takes one to the side of the head.
BySubtraction throws a body punch but Scorpion moves out of range.
Scorpion lands with a good body shot.
BySubtraction throws a lazy uppercut
and Scorpion counters with a thumping low kick.
Scorpion displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as BySubtraction throws out the jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion lands with a nice body punch.
BySubtraction walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Scorpion wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.

And that's the end of the fight!
Silva Scorpion comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Scorpion 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 45:50
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 45:50
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 45:50

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

 

Event: AKF 72 | Addition vs. Silva 2     
Date:   Dec 02, 2022
#R1#
Scorpion slips a jab and a cross from BySubtraction.
Jab from Scorpion.
A looping hook to the body misses from BySubtraction. Scorpion does a little dance to reset his feet.
Scorpion lands a straight punch to the body, keeping BySubtraction at a distance.
Scorpion lands with an overhand left.
Scorpion uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from BySubtraction.#CL2#
Scorpion gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Scorpion tried to land a shot to the body but connects with BySubtraction's elbow.
BySubtraction is looking to break free of the clinch but Scorpion has double underhooks.
BySubtraction can't break the clinch.
A short right from Scorpion.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
BySubtraction is trying to break the clinch but Scorpion is controlling him.
Scorpion lands a body shot in the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for BySubtraction.
Scorpion can't find room to land a body shot as BySubtraction controls the action.
A right handed body shot lands from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands with a light punch inside.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
BySubtraction wants to get back to striking at distance but Scorpion won't allow it.
Scorpion is trying to stall.
BySubtraction misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
BySubtraction has had enough of the clinch but Scorpion keeps him there for the moment.#T1#
Scorpion is looking to control BySubtraction's arms but BySubtraction gets an underhook and turns him. Now Scorpion has his back to the ropes.
Scorpion wants to stall.
Scorpion lands a right hand.
Scorpion scores with a shoulder strike.
Scorpion lands a body shot.
Scorpion lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt BySubtraction or not.
Scorpion tried to land a shot to the body but connects with BySubtraction's elbow.
Scorpion has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. BySubtraction seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Scorpion can turn it around.
Scorpion lands a shot to the body.
BySubtraction wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Scorpion lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Good body shot from Scorpion.
BySubtraction is breathing heavily.
A short right from Scorpion on the inside.
BySubtraction tries to land knees in the clinch but Scorpion avoids the damage to the body.
BySubtraction working hard to break the clinch.
Scorpion lands a left hand.
Scorpion lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of BySubtraction backwards.
Scorpion lands an uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scorpion throws a blind hook that connects with the side of BySubtractions head.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Scorpion lands a left hand.
Scorpion lands a body punch.
A right hook to the body lands for Scorpion. #T2#
Scorpion throws a blind hook that connects with the side of BySubtractions head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Scorpion.
BySubtraction throws an elbow but it's blocked.
A body shot lands from Scorpion.
Scorpion stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Scorpion looking to stall.
Scorpion tries a body shot but BySubtraction blocks it.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Scorpion lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of BySubtraction backwards.
Our sources have told us that BySubtraction has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.
Scorpion lands with a short shot to the head.
BySubtraction is trying to push Scorpion away but Scorpion has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
BySubtraction tries to break free but Scorpion pushes him back against the ropes.
Scorpion working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Scorpion pushes BySubtraction back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Scorpion.
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
BySubtraction tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Scorpion swings away with an uppercut that misses.
BySubtraction working hard to break the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
BySubtraction is looking to clinch but Scorpion is avoiding it.
BySubtraction throws a body punch but Scorpion moves out of range.
Scorpion has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#CL2#
BySubtraction tries to keep at a distance but Scorpion has taken the fight into the clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Scorpion.
A right handed body shot lands from Scorpion. #BC#
BySubtraction breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
BySubtraction misses with a wild body shot.
Scorpion uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by BySubtraction.
Scorpion fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches BySubtraction on the side of the head.
BySubtraction blocks a head kick by Scorpion.
Scorpion fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#CL2#
Scorpion instigates a clinch.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Scorpion keeps the fight in the clinch, despite BySubtraction's efforts to push away.
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
BySubtraction working aggressively here.
Scorpion goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
BySubtraction gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head. #CUT#It looks like Silva Scorpion has been cut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A short uppercut from Scorpion.
Scorpion looking to stall.
BySubtraction tries to work over Scorpion's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T1#
BySubtraction can't break the clinch.
BySubtraction using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Scorpion has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Scorpion digs a right hand into BySubtraction's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on BySubtraction's gas tank.
A right hook to the body lands for Scorpion.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Scorpion tries a body shot but BySubtraction blocks it.
Scorpion stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Scorpion misses with a hook to the ribs.
Scorpion can't find room to land a body shot as BySubtraction controls the action.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Scorpion.
A body shot lands from Scorpion.
Silva Scorpion seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Scorpion pushes BySubtraction back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Scorpion pushes BySubtraction back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
BySubtraction prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
A short body shot lands from Scorpion as the two fighters clinch.
Scorpion lands with a right to the head.
Scorpion lands a right hand.
A right hook to the body lands for Scorpion.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Scorpion scores with a nice hook to the head.
Scorpion taking a breather.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Scorpion scores with an uppercut up the middle.#T2#
A quick uppercut on the inside from Scorpion.
BySubtraction blocks a body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Scorpion managing to block the knees to the body from BySubtraction.
BySubtraction tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Scorpion avoids it.
Scorpion lands an uppercut.
Scorpion lands a body punch in the clinch.
A short left from Scorpion.
A short uppercut from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Scorpion lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down BySubtraction.
Scorpion pushes BySubtraction back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Scorpion cracks BySubtraction with a nice body shot.
Scorpion lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt BySubtraction or not.
Scorpion lands a nice shot to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A short right from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands with a short shot to the head.
Scorpion digs a right hand underneath BySubtraction's ribcage. BySubtraction let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
Scorpion lands with a short punch from the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Silva Scorpion's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R3#
BySubtraction stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands the left hand.
Scorpion moves out of range as BySubtraction strikes.
Scorpion tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but BySubtraction was well out of range. Poor timing from Scorpion.
Scorpion takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Scorpion uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by BySubtraction.
BySubtraction throws an overhand right that lands on Scorpion's shoulder, as Scorpion tries to avoid the shot.
Scorpion connects with a looping right hand.
Scorpion with a body punch. A glancing blow.
BySubtraction takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
BySubtraction is looking to wear down Scorpion with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Scorpion misses with a head kick.
BySubtraction throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scorpion throws out a counter right but BySubtraction avoids it with no problem.
Nice defenses there by Scorpion.
BySubtraction throws out a loose jab but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scorpion takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
BySubtraction throws a hook to the side of Scorpion's head but Scorpion sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
BySubtraction is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Scorpion.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL2#
Scorpion has BySubtraction up against the ropes in a clinch.
A short left from Scorpion.
Scorpion managing to block the knees to the body from BySubtraction. #BC#
BySubtraction breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T1#
Scorpion uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before BySubtraction has time to react.
Scorpion lands with a nice body punch.
Scorpion throws a nice inside leg kick.
A low kick lands for Scorpion.
Scorpion lands with a shot to the body.
Scorpion changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Scorpion thumps BySubtraction with a low kick.
BySubtraction misses with a straight left.
Scorpion tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
BySubtraction takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
BySubtraction takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
BySubtraction misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Scorpion.
BySubtraction thows a leg kick but Scorpion checks it
and BySubtraction takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
BySubtraction misses the jab.
Good leg kick by Scorpion.
BySubtraction is looking to clinch.
BySubtraction throws a hook to the side of Scorpion's head but Scorpion sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
BySubtraction fails in his attempt to clinch.
A nice leg kick from Scorpion, right into the meat of the thigh.
Scorpion lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
BySubtraction throws a shot from downtown. Scorpion moves away and avoids it.#T2#
BySubtraction throws out a loose jab but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scorpion only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Scorpion connects with a leg kick.
BySubtraction is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Good leg kick by Scorpion.
Scorpion displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as BySubtraction throws out the jab.
Scorpion dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
BySubtraction misses with a hook. Scorpion ducked under it nicely.
BySubtraction loads up on a big right hand but Scorpion slips the punch.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Scorpion! But no joy.
Scorpion cracks BySubtraction with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Scorpion defending well as BySubtraction loads up on a big left hand.
BySubtraction misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Scorpion.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Scorpion lands a right hook to the body.
Scorpion has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from BySubtraction.
Scorpion jabs BySubtraction right on the nose. BySubtraction blinks but takes it well.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Scorpion thumps BySubtraction with a low kick.
Scorpion fakes high and swings low for a body shot but BySubtraction manages to avoid it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion with a hook.
BySubtraction misses the jab.
Scorpion smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
A big right from BySubtraction misses.
BySubtraction missing with a left hand there. Scorpion was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion really dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Silva Scorpion's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.#R4##CL2#
Scorpion fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with BySubtraction, pushing him back against the ropes.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Scorpion.
BySubtraction tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Scorpion lands a nice shot to the body.
A short body shot lands from Scorpion as the two fighters clinch.
Stalling in the clinch from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt BySubtraction or not.
Scorpion scores with a nice hook to the head.
Scorpion misses with a hook to the ribs.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Scorpion takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Scorpion blocks a punch to the side of the head.
BySubtraction lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Scorpion stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
BySubtraction's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
BySubtraction tries to land knees in the clinch but Scorpion avoids the damage to the body.
A body shot lands from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a nice shot to the body.
Scorpion lands with a light punch inside.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A body shot lands from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of BySubtraction backwards.
Scorpion gets through BySubtraction's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#T1#
Scorpion lands a right hand.
Scorpion lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Scorpion tries a body shot but BySubtraction blocks it.
Scorpion blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
A right hand to the body from Scorpion.
Scorpion prevents BySubtraction from breaking the clinch.
Scorpion working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A right hook to the body lands for Scorpion.
Scorpion working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Nice body punch from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a shot to the body.
Scorpion digs a right hand into BySubtraction's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on BySubtraction's gas tank.
Scorpion works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Scorpion.
Scorpion looking to stall.
A short uppercut from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a nice uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Scorpion lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T2#
A left hand lands to the body for Scorpion.
Scorpion lands with a short shot to the head.
Scorpion working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Scorpion lands a left hand. #ROC2#BySubtraction is rocked!
Scorpion digs a right hand underneath BySubtraction's ribcage. BySubtraction let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Oh BySubtraction is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
A short uppercut from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands with a left to the head.
BySubtraction's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
BySubtraction tries to land a knee to the head but Scorpion blocks with his arms.
A short right from Scorpion.
Scorpion scores with a hook to the body.
Scorpion breaks the clinch momentarily and cracks BySubtraction with a big right hook that drops him to the canvas! BySubtraction looks like he might be in big trouble here! The referee has started the count straight away and we're up to 5 already. BySubtraction get to one knee - can he make it back to his feet? No, he's flopped back to the mat - he's out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:34 of round 4, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Silva Scorpion!
Silva Scorpion is the new featherweight champion!
Silva Scorpion thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: AKF 71 - Starting Over     
Date:   Nov 12, 2022
#R1#
Scorpion looks to land a right hand but BySubtraction moved out of range.
Scorpion with a hook.
Scorpion with a nice calf kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Scorpion. BySubtraction does a little dance to reset his feet.
BySubtraction takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
BySubtraction cracks Scorpion with an open hand slap.
BySubtraction uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Scorpion.
BySubtraction keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A swing and a miss from BySubtraction.
BySubtraction fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
BySubtraction scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Scorpion doesn't seem bothered though.
BySubtraction throws a hook but Scorpion blocks it.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Scorpion connects with a body shot.
BySubtraction connects with a right hand. Scorpion shakes it off.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Scorpion connects with a jab.
Scorpion punishes BySubtraction's body with a nice straight punch.
Scorpion ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
BySubtraction throws a right hand that Scorpion ducks under and follows up with a left that Scorpion also avoids with ease.
Scorpion throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
BySubtraction bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
BySubtraction looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Scorpion uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from BySubtraction.
An inside leg kick lands from Scorpion. #T1#
Scorpion keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from BySubtraction.
BySubtraction thows a left - swing and a miss!
Scorpion thows a left - swing and a miss!
Scorpion feints and then cracks BySubtraction's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow BySubtraction down.
Nice straight punches there by Scorpion. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Scorpion.
Scorpion looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
BySubtraction takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
BySubtraction tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Scorpion moves away from the strike by BySubtraction.
BySubtraction throws a body punch but Scorpion moves out of range.
Scorpion comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
BySubtraction lands with a right hand. #CUT2#It looks like Silva Scorpion has been cut.
BySubtraction uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Scorpion.
Scorpion keeps the fight on the outside.
Scorpion moves out of range as BySubtraction strikes.
BySubtraction slips a straight right by Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck BySubtraction on the side of the head.
Scorpion lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
BySubtraction slips a straight right by Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by BySubtraction.
A nice leg kick lands there from Scorpion.
Scorpion keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from BySubtraction.
BySubtraction is looking to clinch but Scorpion is avoiding it. #T2#
Scorpion slips under a jab from BySubtraction.
BySubtraction looks to land a left hand but Scorpion moved out of range nicely.
Scorpion staying out of range there.
Scorpion appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by Scorpion.
Scorpion uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by BySubtraction.
BySubtraction might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Scorpion with a nice calf kick.
Scorpion moves out of range of the strikes.
Scorpion pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Scorpion uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from BySubtraction.
BySubtraction keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Scorpion bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps BySubtraction's head backwards.
The fighters circle momentarily. BySubtraction darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Scorpion blocks a jab.
Scorpion connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Scorpion takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
BySubtraction throws a hook but Scorpion blocks it.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Scorpion throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Scorpion moves out of range as BySubtraction strikes.
A little feinted left hand from Scorpion on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Scorpion lands a straight punch to the body, keeping BySubtraction at a distance.
BySubtraction throws a lazy right hand but Scorpion sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Scorpion cracks a nice hook into BySubtraction's ribs.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Silva Scorpion's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.#R2#
BySubtraction connects with a nice looking jab.
A nice leg kick from Scorpion, right into the meat of the thigh.
A big right from BySubtraction misses.
Scorpion is pinned up against the ropes taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body but BySubtraction moves away.
Scorpion throws a body punch but BySubtraction moves out of range.
Scorpion looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
It seemed like BySubtraction was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
BySubtraction walks into a stiff left hand from Scorpion.
Scorpion stuns BySubtraction with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
A left lands for BySubtraction.
BySubtraction misses with a straight right.
Scorpion moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #CL#
Scorpion closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
This has been an exciting period of action!
BySubtraction blocks a body shot from Scorpion.
BySubtraction tries to throw a body punch but Scorpion avoids it by throwing BySubtraction back against the ropes.
Scorpion lands a hook that snaps the head of BySubtraction backwards. #BC2#
BySubtraction breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
BySubtraction takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
BySubtraction connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
BySubtraction keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Scorpion staying out of range there.#CL2#
BySubtraction gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#T1#
Scorpion lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt BySubtraction or not. #BC2#
BySubtraction breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
BySubtraction throws a jab when Scorpion was well out of range.
A clash of legs there as BySubtraction blocks the low kick.
BySubtraction keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Scorpion scores with a hook.
Scorpion takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#ROC2#Scorpion is rocked!
Scorpion just misses with a punch to the body.
Oh Scorpion is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
BySubtraction is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Scorpion.
Scorpion slips under a jab.
Silva Scorpion is winning the standup battle so far.
BySubtraction throws a hook to the side of Scorpion's head but Scorpion sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Scorpion glances at the clock... BAM! BySubtraction nails him with a big right hand! A momentary lapse in concentration sends Scorpion crashing to the mat! The referee steps in and this one is over! Damn, Scorpion is out of it, he thinks the ref is his opponent!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:31 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Addition BySubtraction!
Addition BySubtraction is the new featherweight champion!
Addition BySubtraction was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

 

Event: AKF 68 | Scorpion vs. Neich     
Date:   Sep 17, 2022
#R1#
Scorpion connects with a leg kick.
Scorpion throws the left hand but Neich avoids the punch easily.
Scorpion connects with a body shot that sends Neich's belly button to the back.
Scorpion fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Neich.
Scorpion lands a nice leg kick that just misses Neich's sensitive parts.
Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Neich.
Good leg kick by Scorpion.
Scorpion uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Neich.
Scorpion showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Neich.
Scorpion throws a push kick but Neich slaps the foot to one side.
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Neich moves away.
Scorpion takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
A looping hook to the body misses from Neich. Scorpion does a little dance to reset his feet.
Neich takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Neich scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nice defenses there by Scorpion.
A big left from Neich misses.
Scorpion connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
A swing and a miss from Neich.
Scorpion moves out of range as Neich strikes.
Neich misses with a two punch combination.
Scorpion swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
As Scorpion backs off Neich throws a huge counter combo but Scorpion manages to avoid it all.
Neich lands with a straight right. Scorpion didn't see that one coming.#T1#
Scorpion throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Scorpion tries to clinch but Neich moves out of range.
A nice leg kick from Scorpion, right into the meat of the thigh.
Neich pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Scorpion back to the ropes. Neich follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Both fighters circling a little - Scorpion finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Scorpion works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Nice cross by Neich.
A telegraphed right hand from Neich misses the target.
Scorpion is looking to counter with a body kick.
Scorpion takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Scorpion swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Scorpion tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Neich was well out of range. Poor timing from Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Neich.
Scorpion misses with an uppercut.
Neich throws a right and a left that both miss.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scorpion tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Neich lands with an overhand left.
Neich avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Neich throws a nice looking combination but Scorpion bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Neich swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Scorpion feints and then cracks Neich's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Neich down.
Neich misses with a looping left.
Scorpion is looking to wear down Neich with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Scorpion bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T2#
Neich moves out of range of the strikes.
Scorpion keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Neich.
Scorpion lands a jab to Neich's midsection.
Neich dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Scorpion throws a jab when Neich was well out of range.
Neich might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Scorpion ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Neich throws a big shot that misses.
Scorpion swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Neich takes a jab right on the kisser.
Neich scores with a one two! Scorpion had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
An inside leg kick lands from Scorpion.
Scorpion dodges the punch combination from Neich.
Scorpion throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A little jabbing left from Neich on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#CL#
Scorpion closes the distance and pushes Neich back into the ropes.
Scorpion is looking to control Neich's arms but Neich gets an underhook and turns him. Now Scorpion has his back to the ropes.
Scorpion scores with a nice hook to the head.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Scorpion lands a left hand that snaps the head of Neich backwards.
Neich is trying to break the clinch but Scorpion is controlling him.
Scorpion lands a body punch in the clinch.
Neich working aggressively here.
Scorpion keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Neich's efforts to push away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Silva Scorpion will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Neich looks to throw the jab but Scorpion is out of range.
Neich looks to land a left hand but Scorpion moved out of range nicely.
Donk. Scorpion catches Neich right on the button with a cross.
Neich misses with a wild body shot.
Neich bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Scorpion's head backwards.
Neich walks into a left hand.
Scorpion dodges the punch combination from Neich.
Neich pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Neich misses with a hook. Scorpion ducked under it nicely.
Scorpion throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #CL#
Scorpion drives through and clinches with Neich against the ropes.
Neich throws a punch but it's blocked by Scorpion.
Neich tries to break the clinch but Scorpion is controlling the position. #BC2#
Neich manages to break the clinch.
Neich throws a lazy right hand but Scorpion sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Neich throws a hook but Scorpion avoids it easily.
Scorpion takes a swing at Neich's ribcage but misses.
Scorpion scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Scorpion misses with a hook. Neich ducked under it nicely.
Scorpion fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Neich has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Nice defenses there by Neich.
Neich swings for the body but Scorpion moves out of range.
Scorpion half committed to a counter leg kick.#T1#
Scorpion tries to score with a low kick but Neich moves his leg out of the way.
Neich thows a left - swing and a miss!
Scorpion jabs Neich right on the nose. Neich blinks but takes it well.#CL#
Scorpion darts in and clinches Neich up against the ropes.
Scorpion tries a body shot but Neich blocks it.
A nice right hand lands inside from Neich.
Scorpion misses with a punch to the body.
Neich lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Scorpion tries a body shot but Neich blocks it.
A right hand to the body from Scorpion.
Neich wants to get back to striking at distance but Scorpion won't allow it.
Scorpion scores with a hook to the body.
Scorpion struggles to land a body shot inside as Neich controls his hands.
Scorpion throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Neichs head.
Good body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion prevents Neich from breaking the clinch.
Scorpion softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Neich is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Scorpion is keeping busy.
Scorpion tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Neich's elbow. #BC2#
Neich manages to break the clinch. #T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A big left from Neich misses.
Scorpion was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A looping hook to the body misses from Scorpion. Neich does a little dance to reset his feet.
Neich fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Neich works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Scorpion waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Neich.
Scorpion dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Neich. That did some damage!
Neich keeps the fight on the outside.
A countering left hand to the body from Neich misses.
Neich uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Scorpion.
Scorpion tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Neich misses the jab.
Neich shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Scorpion eats them both and turns towards Neich to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.#CL#
Scorpion rushes Neich and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
Neich trying to stall but Scorpion improves his position.
Neich has a couple of punches blocked by Scorpion.
Neich working aggressively here.
Neich misses with a punch on the inside.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion struggles to land a body shot inside as Neich controls his hands.
Neich makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Neich misses with some punches.
Neich blocks a body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion keeps control of Neich as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Neich working aggressively here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Silva Scorpion will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R3#
Neich avoids the body shot from Scorpion.
Neich throws a looping overhand right but Scorpion ducks down to avoid it.
Neich misses with an uppercut. Scorpion saw that one coming.
Neich takes a jab right on the kisser.
Scorpion takes a swing at Neich's ribcage but misses.
We've been informed that Neich has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Scorpion moves away from the strike by Neich.
Scorpion misses with an uppercut.
Scorpion swings for the body but Neich moves out of range.
Lester Neich seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Scorpion cracks Neich with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Scorpion connects with a body shot.
Neich's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Neich misses with a straight left.
Neich lands with a cross.
Neich swings widly with a right hand
and Scorpion counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Scorpion bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Neich's head backwards.
Neich throws a hook to the side of Scorpion's head but Scorpion sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Neich fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Scorpion manages to avoid it.
Scorpion is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Scorpion looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Scorpion throws a right and a left that Neich avoids nicely.
Neich blocks a head kick by Scorpion.
Scorpion stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Scorpion moves out of range of the strikes.#T1#
Scorpion thows a left - swing and a miss!
Scorpion lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Scorpion moves away from the strike by Neich.
Scorpion was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Neich misses with a hook. Scorpion ducked under it nicely.
Scorpion throws a body shot but no joy.
Neich misses with a few strikes there. #CL#
Scorpion closes the distance and clinches.
A shot in the inside from Scorpion.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
A right hand to the body from Scorpion.
A short body shot lands from Scorpion as the two fighters clinch.
Neich is trying to maintain a safe position but Scorpion gets an underhook and turns Neich into the ropes.
Neich's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Scorpion is leaning against Neich and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Scorpion takes a shot to the head.
Scorpion is leaning against Neich and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A left hand lands to the body for Scorpion.
Neich takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scorpion cracks Neich with a nice body shot.
Neich swings wildly with an uppercut but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scorpion working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#T2#
Scorpion pushes Neich back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Scorpion scores with a shot to the side of Neich's head.
Scorpion gets through Neich's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#BC#
Scorpion breaks from the clinch. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Neich has had enough of the clinch but Scorpion keeps him there for the moment.
Scorpion softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Scorpion prevents Neich from breaking the clinch.
Scorpion works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Scorpion lands a right hand.
Scorpion lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Scorpion lands with a left to the head.
Scorpion presses Neich against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Silva Scorpion has scored more points in the clinch so far.
A right handed body shot lands from Scorpion.
Scorpion pushes Neich back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion struggles to land a body shot inside as Neich controls his hands.
A nice left hand lands by Scorpion.
Scorpion goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Scorpion blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Scorpion scores with a shot to the side of Neich's head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion clearly takes that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R4#
Neich takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
A slapping leg kick lands for Scorpion.
Scorpion is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Neich can do to turn this around?
Neich throws a jab when Scorpion was well out of range.
Scorpion tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Neich was well out of range. Poor timing from Scorpion.
Neich moves out of range of the strikes.
A nice inside leg kick there by Scorpion. That's going to slow Neich down.
Nice uppercut lands for Scorpion. That snapped Neich's head back.
Scorpion misses with a wild body shot.
Scorpion avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Neich misses with a few strikes there.
Neich misses with a straight right.
Scorpion lands a head shot.
Scorpion ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Scorpion thumps Neich with a low kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Neich. Scorpion does a little dance to reset his feet.
Scorpion slips a jab from Neich.
Scorpion with the inside leg kick.
Neich misses with a hook.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Scorpion cracks Neich with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Scorpion lands a nice looking kick to the body. Neich takes a step back to recover.
Neich throws the left hand but Scorpion avoids the punch easily.#T1#
Scorpion on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Scorpion darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Scorpion dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Neich walks into a straight right hand from Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a looping overhand right but Neich ducks down to avoid it.
Neich uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Scorpion.
Neich looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Scorpion throws a shot to the body.
Scorpion feints and then cracks Neich's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Neich down.
Neich throws out a loose jab but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Neich tries to bum rush Scorpion with a series of wild strikes but Scorpion uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Neich catches Scorpion with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Scorpion connects with a solid leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Neich scores with a jab to the head.
Neich walks into a left hand.
Scorpion doesn't manage to clinch there - Neich circles away.
Scorpion chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Scorpion moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Scorpion turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Scorpion defending well as Neich loads up on a big left hand. #T2#
A telegraphed right hand from Neich misses the target.
Neich throws a hook to the side of Scorpion's head but Scorpion sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Neich throws out a loose jab but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Neich fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Scorpion manages to avoid it.
Neich darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Scorpion scores with a jab.
Scorpion throws a body punch but Neich moves out of range.
Scorpion tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Scorpion uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Neich.
Scorpion keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Scorpion lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Scorpion buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Neich misses with a straight left.
Neich swinging wildly here.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion jabs at Neich's body.
Neich jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Neich gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Scorpion.
Neich throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion had his way with Lester Neich in that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R5#
Neich misses with a body shot. #CL#
Scorpion has taken the fight to the clinch.
Neich wants to break the clinch but can't.
Scorpion is leaning against Neich and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Neich scores with a shoulder strike.
Scorpion is working Neich over against the ropes.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Scorpion.
The referee is keeping an eye on Scorpion - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
A nice right hand lands inside from Scorpion.
A hook to the body from Scorpion.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Scorpion lands with a light punch inside.
Nice body punch from Scorpion.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scorpion prevents Neich from breaking the clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Scorpion.
Neich is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Scorpion digs a right hand into Neich's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Neich's gas tank.
Scorpion lands a body punch in the clinch.
Neich's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Scorpion lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Scorpion lands a left hand. #T1#
Scorpion lands a left hand that snaps the head of Neich backwards.
Scorpion lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Neich backwards. #ROC#Neich is rocked!
Neich is looking to break free of the clinch but Scorpion has double underhooks.
Scorpion blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Scorpion softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Neich is still on wobbly legs! Can Scorpion finish him?
A right hand to the body from Scorpion.
Neich takes a shot to the head.
Nice body punch from Scorpion - that landed with a thud.
Scorpion scores with a nice hook to the head.
Scorpion pushes Neich back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Silva Scorpion is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
A left hand lands to the body for Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Neichs head.
Scorpion throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Neichs head.
Scorpion blocking some punches.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A nice left hand lands by Scorpion. #BC2#
Neich breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Neich has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
A big left from Neich misses. #T2#
Scorpion lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
A thudding body kick lands there by Scorpion!
Scorpion lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Scorpion.
Neich lands with a cross.
Scorpion throws a series of punches but Neich moves out of range.
Scorpion throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Neich fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Scorpion manages to avoid it.
Scorpion misses the shot to the body.
Neich misses with a hook. Scorpion ducked under it nicely.
Scorpion throws a body punch but Neich moves out of range.
Scorpion misses with a wild body shot.
Neich looks to land a right hand but Scorpion moved out of range.
That kick from Scorpion tenderised Neich's leg. Neich is trying to keep his angry face on.
Neich seems to have recovered his senses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#CL#
Scorpion closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
Neich prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion pushes Neich back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Lester Neich has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A head punch blocked on the inside by Scorpion.

And that's the end of the fight!
Silva Scorpion showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Scorpion 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 50:45
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 48:47
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 48:47

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Silva Scorpion!

Silva Scorpion retains his featherweight title!
Silva Scorpion decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: AKF 65     
Date:   Aug 20, 2022
#R1#
Scorpion throws a body shot but no joy.
La De Hoya let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Marious La De Hoya seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
La De Hoya throws the left hand but Scorpion avoids the punch easily.
Scorpion lands a nice looking body shot.
Scorpion throws an overhand right that lands on La De Hoya's shoulder, as La De Hoya tries to avoid the shot.
Scorpion lands with a nice body punch. #CL#
Scorpion closes the distance and clinches.
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
La De Hoya lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty! #CUT2#It looks like Silva Scorpion has been cut.
Scorpion on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Scorpion tries to stall but La De Hoya uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Scorpion pushes La De Hoya back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Scorpion lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Scorpion throws a punch but it's blocked by La De Hoya.
La De Hoya tries a body shot but Scorpion blocks it.
Scorpion lands with a short punch from the clinch.
La De Hoya landing knees to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
La De Hoya misses with a body punch.
La De Hoya misses with the head strike.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Scorpion.
Scorpion blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.#T1#
La De Hoya tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Scorpion's elbow.
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
Scorpion lands a left hand that snaps the head of La De Hoya backwards.
Scorpion softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
La De Hoya tries to work over Scorpion's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Scorpion is working La De Hoya over against the ropes.
Scorpion blocks a punch to the side of the head.
La De Hoya tries to work over Scorpion's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC#
Scorpion breaks the clinch.
Scorpion looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Scorpion fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches La De Hoya on the side of the head.
Scorpion avoids a low kick by using good footwork.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Scorpion pushes La De Hoya back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
We've been informed that La De Hoya has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Scorpion tries to work over La De Hoya's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A head punch on the inside from Scorpion fails to land.
Scorpion throws a head punch that misses.
La De Hoya fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Scorpion.#T2#
Still in the clinch, Scorpion scores with a nice short uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
La De Hoya using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Scorpion lands an uppercut.
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
La De Hoya fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
La De Hoya misses with the head strike.
Scorpion lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Scorpion lands a nice uppercut.
La De Hoya misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Scorpion.
Scorpion struggles to land a body shot inside as La De Hoya controls his hands.
Scorpion lands with a right to the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
La De Hoya misses with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion swings wildly with an uppercut but La De Hoya uses good head movement to avoid it.
La De Hoya utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Silva Scorpion's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Scorpion keeps La De Hoya at a distance using the push kick.
Scorpion tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but La De Hoya was well out of range. Poor timing from Scorpion.#CL#
Scorpion gets a clinch.
Scorpion lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of La De Hoya backwards.
Scorpion takes a knee to the side of the body.
Scorpion has La De Hoya pressed against the ropes.
Scorpion tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Scorpion can't find room to land a body shot as La De Hoya controls the action.
La De Hoya lands a body shot in the clinch.
La De Hoya lands a nice uppercut.
Scorpion managing to block the knees to the body from La De Hoya.
A nice right hand lands inside from Scorpion.
Silva Scorpion has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Scorpion pressing his opponent against the ropes.
A hook to the body from Scorpion.
La De Hoya misses with some punches.
La De Hoya lands with a short punch from the clinch. #T1#
Scorpion lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt La De Hoya or not.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but La De Hoya avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes.
La De Hoya lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
La De Hoya tries to work over Scorpion's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Scorpion lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
La De Hoya misses with a punch to the body.
La De Hoya throws a head punch that misses. #BC#
Scorpion's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
La De Hoya moves into range and clinches up with Scorpion.
La De Hoya misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
Scorpion digs a right hand into La De Hoya's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on La De Hoya's gas tank.
La De Hoya is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Scorpion is defending well for now.
Scorpion lands with a right to the head.
Scorpion lands a left hand that snaps the head of La De Hoya backwards.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
La De Hoya letting Scorpion take a breather here.#T2#
La De Hoya struggles to land a body shot inside as Scorpion controls his hands.
Scorpion blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
La De Hoya landing knees to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Still in the clinch, La De Hoya scores with a nice short uppercut.
Scorpion digs a right hand underneath La De Hoya's ribcage. La De Hoya let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A short right from Scorpion on the inside.
Scorpion makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
La De Hoya misses with a hook from the clinch.
Scorpion tried to land a shot to the body but connects with La De Hoya's elbow.
Scorpion blocks an uppercut.
Scorpion can't find room to land a body shot as La De Hoya controls the action.
Scorpion prevents a body shot from La De Hoya.
Scorpion lands a hook that snaps the head of La De Hoya backwards.
Scorpion lands a hook that snaps the head of La De Hoya backwards.
Scorpion misses with a hook to the ribs.
Scorpion is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that La De Hoya can do to turn this around?
Scorpion swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but La De Hoya avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Silva Scorpion's cut.
That's time! Scorpion's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R3#
La De Hoya avoids the head kick by Scorpion.
Scorpion sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
La De Hoya lands a jab.#CL#
Scorpion takes the fight into the clinch.
Scorpion lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
La De Hoya tries to land knees in the clinch but Scorpion avoids the damage to the body.
Scorpion lands a left hand.
A short body shot lands from Scorpion as the two fighters clinch.
Scorpion stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
A short uppercut from Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with a punch to the body.
La De Hoya throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Scorpion blocks it with crossed arms.
Scorpion throws a blind hook that connects with the side of La De Hoyas head.
La De Hoya takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Scorpion lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
La De Hoya swings wildly with an uppercut but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
La De Hoya goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T1#
Scorpion works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Scorpion stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Scorpion lands an uppercut.
Scorpion lands a body shot in the clinch.
A short uppercut from Scorpion. #ROC#La De Hoya is rocked!
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Scorpion.
La De Hoya is still on wobbly legs! Can Scorpion finish him?
Scorpion lands a body punch.
Scorpion presses La De Hoya against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Scorpion lands a right hand that snaps the head of La De Hoya backwards.
A short uppercut from Scorpion.
La De Hoya's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Scorpion creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A hook to the body from Scorpion.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A left hand lands to the body for Scorpion.
Scorpion creates a bit of distance and cracks La De Hoya with a big uppercut! La De Hoya goes down! The referee pushes Scorpion away into a neutral corner and starts the count. 4,5,6,7. Will La De Hoya make it up in time? He's still flopping around all over the place! The referee has called off the fight! Scorpion takes it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:44 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Silva Scorpion!
Silva Scorpion retains his featherweight title!
Silva Scorpion decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: AKF 63 | Scorpion vs. Whok     
Date:   Aug 06, 2022
#R1#
Scorpion connects with a body shot that sends Whok's belly button to the back.
Whok chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Scorpion can pounce on him.
A punch lands to the side of Whok 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Whok wants to clinch up but Scorpion keeps it at a distance.
Scorpion throws a jab but it's blocked by Whok.
Scorpion connects with a body shot.
A clash of legs there as Whok blocks the low kick.
Whok turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Whok moves out of range of the strikes.
Whok misses with an attempted mid kick.
Whok goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Whok throws a front kick aimed at Scorpion's knee but Scorpion avoids it well.
Scorpion 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!
Whok motions for Scorpion to come forward. Whok throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Whok fails to land with a series of punches.
Scorpion looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Whok tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Whok wants to clinch up but Scorpion keeps it at a distance.
Scorpion misses with a straight left.
Whok is looking for the big counter here.
Scorpion throws a low kick, looking for Whok's leg but Whok calmly moves out of range.
Whok is looking for the big counter here.
Silva Scorpion seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Whok throws a right and a left that both miss.
Whok pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Whok takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Scorpion with a hook.#T1#
Scorpion lands a leg kick that knocks Whok off balance momentarily.
Whok misses with a head kick.
Scorpion throws a body punch but Whok moves out of range.
Scorpion lands a nice looking kick to the body. Whok takes a step back to recover.
Whok tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Whok throws a series of punches but Scorpion avoids them all with ease.
Scorpion lands with a right hand.
Scorpion lands a nice shot to the body.
Whok throws a series of punches but Scorpion avoids them all with ease.
Scorpion wants to slow Whok down by chopping away at his legs.
Whok on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Jab by Scorpion.
Scorpion pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Whok misses with a hook. Scorpion ducked under it nicely.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Scorpion lands a jab to the nose.
Scorpion lands a really nice looking cross but Whok seems unphased.
Whok misses with a low kick.
Whok throws a head kick but Scorpion moves out of range.
Scorpion looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Whok drops his hands momentarily and Scorpion takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Scorpion connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#T2#
Scorpion attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Whok is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Whok throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Whok misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Scorpion feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Whok gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Scorpion.
Whok with the inside leg kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by Scorpion.
Scorpion swings for the body but Whok moves out of range.
Despite the aggression on Whok's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Scorpion scores with a jab to the body.
Whok is looking to score with low kicks.
Whok blocks a low kick nicely.
Whok attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Scorpion tests Whok's chin there with a solid looking shot.#CL#
Scorpion clinches up with Whok and pushes him back against the ropes.
Scorpion tries to work over Whok's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Scorpion avoids a wild elbow strike from Whok.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Whok lands an elbow that stopped Scorpion in his tracks for a moment.
Scorpion works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
A head punch on the inside from Scorpion fails to land.
Whok with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Whok throws an elbow that misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Scorpion avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Whok with a nice calf kick.
Whok steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Scorpion.
Scorpion scores with a head kick. Whok tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Scorpion buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Whok stuns Scorpion with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Whok tries to clinch but Scorpion is having none of it.
Scorpion catches Whok with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#CL2#
Whok darts in and clinches Scorpion up against the ropes.
Scorpion misses with a punch to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Whok.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Whok.
Whok looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Whok tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Scorpion avoids it.
Scorpion scores with a nice hook to the head.
Scorpion throws a head punch that misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Scorpion managing to block the knees to the body from Whok.
Whok misses with an elbow strike.
Whok blocking some punches.
Scorpion misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion lands a right hand.
Whok has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Scorpion seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Whok can turn it around.#T1#
Scorpion blocks an uppercut.
Scorpion takes an elbow to the forehead.
Scorpion is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Whok can do to turn this around?
Scorpion is working Whok over against the ropes.
Scorpion misses with a hook from the clinch.
Piger Whok seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Whok tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Whok creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Scorpion avoids a wild elbow strike from Whok.
Whok misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Scorpion makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Whok fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Whok tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Whok tries to throw a body punch but Scorpion avoids it by throwing Whok back against the ropes.
Scorpion lands with a short shot to the head.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Whok looking to throw knees to the head but Scorpion is blocking nicely.
Scorpion struggles to land a body shot inside as Whok controls his hands.
Scorpion lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Whok or not.
Scorpion lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Whok misses with an elbow over the top.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Scorpion lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #ROC#Whok is rocked!#T2#
Whok misses with an elbow over the top.
Whok is still on wobbly legs! Can Scorpion finish him?
Scorpion lands with a left to the head.
Scorpion avoids the elbow strike from Whok, against the ropes.
Whok misses with a hook to the ribs.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Scorpion lands with a left to the head.
Whok lands a nice elbow. #CUT2#It looks like Silva Scorpion has been cut.
Scorpion takes an elbow to the forehead.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but Whok avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes.
Scorpion struggles to land a body shot inside as Whok controls his hands.
Whok seems to have recovered his senses.
Scorpion lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Scorpion blocking some punches.
Scorpion lands a right hand.
A short uppercut from Whok.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Whok blocks a body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a body punch in the clinch.
Whok tries a body shot but Scorpion blocks it.
Whok throws an elbow but it misses.
Whok lands a nice shot to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Silva Scorpion's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R3#
Whok throws a leg kick but Scorpion checks it.
Whok will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Whok misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Scorpion is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Scorpion blocks a head kick by Whok.
Scorpion works Whok's body with a nice hook.
Scorpion checks a low kick from Whok.
Scorpion stalks Whok and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Whok's face. Whok staggers backwards, shaken.
Scorpion throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Scorpion showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Whok.
Scorpion throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Scorpion lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Scorpion connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Whok takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Whok throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Scorpion lands a leg kick that knocks Whok off balance momentarily.
Scorpion throws a nice outside leg kick.
Scorpion scores with a hook to the body. Whok takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Scorpion scores with the left hand. Whok knows he should have avoided that one.
Silva Scorpion is winning the standup battle so far.
Whok checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.#T1#
Scorpion with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Whok takes one on the button.
Scorpion on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Whok throws a solid leg kick but Scorpion takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Whok.
Whok closes the distance but Scorpion moves to the side
and Scorpion counters with a right hand to the body.
A jab from Scorpion does it's job there.
Whok lands a two punch combo.
Whok scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Scorpion takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Scorpion throws a leg kick which misses Whok's front leg but catches the back leg as Whok tries to avoid it.
Whok throws a push kick but Scorpion slaps the foot to one side.
Whok avoids the body shot from Scorpion. #CL#
Scorpion moves into the clinch successfully.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Scorpion blocks an elbow strike from Whok.
Scorpion stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
A nice right hand lands inside from Scorpion.
Whok pushes off an throws an elbow but Scorpion leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the ropes.
Scorpion working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Scorpion lands an uppercut.#T2#
Whok pushes off an throws an elbow but Scorpion leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the ropes.
Whok swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A right hand to the body from Scorpion.
Whok takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Scorpion lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Whok misses with an elbow strike.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Scorpion lands with a short shot to the head.
Whok swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Scorpion lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Whok or not.
Scorpion blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but Whok avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes.
Whok with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Scorpion lands a left hand that snaps the head of Whok backwards.
Scorpion digs a right hand into Whok's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Whok's gas tank.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion lands a shoulder strike.
Scorpion blocks an elbow strike from Whok.
Whok trying to land knees to the body.
Scorpion presses Whok against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Scorpion lands a body punch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Silva Scorpion's cut.
That's time! Scorpion's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R4##CL#
Scorpion has managed to clinch.
Scorpion is pushing Whok up against the ropes, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Whok's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Scorpion blocks an elbow strike.
Scorpion lands with a light punch inside.
Whok throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Whok tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Scorpion avoids it.
Whok lands with a right to the head.
Scorpion swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Whok tries to throw a body punch but Scorpion avoids it by throwing Whok back against the ropes.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Scorpion avoids the elbow strike from Whok, against the ropes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scorpion misses with a hook from the clinch.
Scorpion working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Scorpion creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a punch but it's blocked by Whok.
Scorpion lands a body shot in the clinch.
Scorpion lands on the inside with an uppercut. #T1#
Whok blocks a body shot from Scorpion.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Scorpion.
Whok is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Scorpion misses with a hook to the ribs.
Whok's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Whok misses with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Scorpion throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Scorpion lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Whok backwards.
Scorpion is trying to maintain a safe position but Whok gets an underhook and turns Scorpion into the ropes.
Whok's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
With the two fighters working up against the ropes, Whok just misses with a elbow thrown towards Scorpion's brow.
Whok can't find room to land a body shot as Scorpion controls the action.
Scorpion lands a body shot in the clinch.
Scorpion content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Scorpion lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Whok.
Scorpion can't find room to land a body shot as Whok controls the action.
Whok throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Scorpion avoids the elbow strike from Whok, against the ropes.
A nice left hand lands by Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Whok backwards. #T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scorpion throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Whoks head.
Scorpion lands an uppercut.
Whok misses with an elbow over the top.
Whok misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Whok with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Scorpion working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Scorpion tries a body shot but Whok blocks it.
Scorpion goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Scorpion lands a body shot.
Scorpion misses with a hook to the ribs.
Scorpion lands a right hand.
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Whok tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Whok obliges.
Scorpion lands a hook to the side of the head.
Scorpion pushes Whok back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Whok with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Scorpion lands a right hand.
Scorpion is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion had his way with Piger Whok in that round.
The cut man is working on Silva Scorpion's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R5##CL#
Scorpion instigates a clinch.
Scorpion blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Whok misses with a punch on the inside.
Scorpion is pushing Whok up against the ropes, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Scorpion tries to work over Whok's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Whok throws an elbow but it misses.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Whok.
A shot in the inside from Scorpion. #KD#
Scorpion creates a bit of space and cracks Whok with an uppercut that drops him to the canvas! Whok is wobbled and seems to be struggling to get back to his feet. 3,4,5. He's up! Phew, his manager will be relieved but they're no doubt wondering whether he'll be able to recover properly and get back in the fight!#CL#
Scorpion closes the distance and clinches.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Whok throws a punch but it's blocked by Scorpion.
Whok throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land. #BC#
Scorpion breaks the clinch.
Scorpion ducks under a wild hook from Whok.
Scorpion tried to counter with a leg kick but Whok avoided it.#CL#
Scorpion clinches up against the ropes.
Scorpion misses with a punch to the body.
Whok trying to land knees to the body. #T1#
Scorpion lands a right hand.
A shot in the inside from Scorpion.
A hook to the body from Scorpion.
A nice left hand lands by Scorpion.
Whok misses with an elbow strike.
Whok has a couple of punches blocked by Scorpion.
Whok tries a body shot but Scorpion blocks it. #BC#
Scorpion's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Whok.
Whok looks to land a combination but Scorpion avoids it well.
Whok is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Scorpion throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Silva Scorpion is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Whok is looking to clinch but Scorpion is avoiding it.
Scorpion goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Scorpion works the jab nicely.
Whok tried to score with a low kick but Scorpion checks it.#CL#
Scorpion has Whok up against the ropes in a clinch.
Scorpion lands a nice uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Whok creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Piger Whok has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
A short body shot lands from Scorpion as the two fighters clinch.
Whok doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Whok pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the ropes.
Whok fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Whok looking to throw knees to the head but Scorpion is blocking nicely.
A right hand to the body from Scorpion.
Scorpion avoids a wild elbow strike from Whok.
Scorpion blocking some punches.
Whok throws an elbow that misses.
Whok pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the ropes.
Scorpion digs a right hand underneath Whok's ribcage. Whok let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Whok swings wildly with an uppercut but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Whok throws an elbow that misses.
Whok misses with a hook to the ribs.

And that's the end of the fight!
Silva Scorpion showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Scorpion 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 50:44
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 50:44
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 50:44

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Silva Scorpion!

Silva Scorpion retains his featherweight title!
Silva Scorpion seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: AKF 61 | Durand vs. Beukeboom     
Date:   Jul 23, 2022
#R1#
Scorpion doesn't manage to clinch there - Entei circles away.
Scorpion swings for the body but Entei moves out of range.
Entei goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Scorpion turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Entei throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Scorpion slips under a jab from Entei.
Scorpion takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Scorpion scores with a jab to the body.
Nice shot by Entei.
Scorpion fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Entei is out of range. #CL#
Scorpion closes the distance and pushes Entei back into the ropes.
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
Nice body punch from Entei.
Scorpion throws a punch but it's blocked by Entei.
Entei blocks an uppercut.
Scorpion lands a right hand that snaps the head of Entei backwards.
Scorpion tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Entei's elbow.
Entei blocks an uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Entei working aggressively here.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but Entei avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes.
Scorpion taking a breather.
I was talking to Scorpion's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.#T1#
Entei swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Entei fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A left hand lands to the body for Scorpion.
Scorpion prevents a body shot from Entei. #BC2#
Entei breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Scorpion tries to clinch there but Entei circles away.
Scorpion throws a body punch but Entei moves out of range.
Scorpion tests Entei's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Entei tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Scorpion was well out of range. Poor timing from Entei.
Entei pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Scorpion is looking to clinch but Entei is avoiding it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Scorpion. Entei does a little dance to reset his feet.
Scorpion wants to land a leg kick but Entei is out of range.
Entei tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Entei misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Scorpion is looking to counter punch.
A cross from Scorpion lands.
Entei takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Scorpion uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Entei has time to react.
Entei uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Scorpion.
Entei has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Entei connects with a body shot that sends Scorpion's belly button to the back.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A jab from Entei misses.
Scorpion keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Entei.
Scorpion stuns Entei with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Scorpion connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Scorpion lands with a hook. Entei tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #CL#
Scorpion has Entei up against the ropes in a clinch.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Scorpion is trying to stall.
Scorpion tries a body shot but Entei blocks it.
Entei lands an uppercut.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but Entei avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes.
Scorpion blocking some punches.
Entei goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Scorpion lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Scorpion just leaning against Entei, taking a breather.
Scorpion misses with the head strike.
Scorpion swings wildly with an uppercut but Entei uses good head movement to avoid it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Scorpion thuds his shin into the meat of Entei's side.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
A head kick misses from Entei.
As Entei looks to move away, Scorpion throws a big counter combo but Entei just gets out of the way.
A nice leg kick lands there from Scorpion.
Entei gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Scorpion defending well as Entei loads up on a big left hand.
Scorpion looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Entei on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Scorpion wants to slow Entei down by chopping away at his legs.
A low kick from Entei is predictable there
and Scorpion cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Scorpion swings away with a body shot that misses
and Entei counters with a low kick, right behind Scorpion 's knee.
Scorpion scores with a hook to the body. Entei takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Entei misses with a series of wild punches.
Scorpion tries to clinch but Entei is having none of it.
Scorpion is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Entei can do to turn this around?
Entei shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Scorpion misses with a wild body shot.
Scorpion takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Scorpion blocks a head kick by Entei.
A big right from Entei misses.
Entei throws the kick towards the body but Scorpion avoids it.#T1#
Scorpion takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Entei misses the jab.
Entei on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Scorpion thuds his right hand into Entei's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
The fighters circling - Scorpion throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Scorpion's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Entei connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Scorpion scrambles back to his feet.
A telegraphed right hand from Scorpion misses the target.
Scorpion misses with a hook. Entei ducked under it nicely.
Scorpion throws a lazy head kick
and Entei counters with a stiff right hand.
Silva Scorpion seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Entei shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Entei smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Scorpion misses with a body shot.
Scorpion misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Entei takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Entei walks into a stiff left hand from Scorpion.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Scorpion.
Entei moves out of range of the strikes.
Donk. Scorpion catches Entei right on the button with a cross.
Scorpion scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Entei looks to land a left hand but Scorpion moved out of range nicely.#T2#
A big left from Entei misses.
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Entei moves away.
A big left from Scorpion misses.
A nice leg kick lands there from Scorpion.
Scorpion fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Entei manages to avoid it.
Entei throws an off balance right hand
letting Scorpion counter with a right hand.
Scorpion throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Scorpion misses with an uppercut. Entei saw that one coming.
Entei looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Entei chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Scorpion can pounce on him.
Entei looks to score with a jab to the body but Scorpion is just out of range.
Scorpion misses the shot to the body.
Scorpion throws a leg kick
and Entei counters with a nice low kick that buckles Scorpion's knee momentarily.
Entei throws a chopping leg kick but Scorpion manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Scorpion throws a shot from downtown. Entei moves away and avoids it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion jabs at Entei's body.
Scorpion is looking to clinch but Entei is avoiding it.
Entei fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Scorpion checks it well.
Entei misses the shot to the body.
Entei keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R3#
Scorpion misses with a wild body shot.
Entei thows a left - swing and a miss!
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Scorpion throws a leg kick which misses Entei's front leg but catches the back leg as Entei tries to avoid it.
Scorpion connects with a leg kick.
Entei avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Scorpion throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Entei throws a lazy uppercut
and Scorpion makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Scorpion chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Entei can pounce on him.
Entei checks a leg kick.
Entei moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Scorpion throws a body punch but Entei moves out of range.
Scorpion fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Entei looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Entei looks to land a left hand but Scorpion moved out of range nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
That kick from Entei tenderised Scorpion's leg. Scorpion is trying to keep his angry face on.
Scorpion feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Enteis jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Entei lands a nice hook to Scorpion's body. Scorpion takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Scorpion takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Entei checks a leg kick nicely.
Scorpion avoids a punch combination nicely. #T1#
An inside leg kick from Entei misses.
Entei throws a front kick aimed at Scorpion's knee but Scorpion avoids it well.
Scorpion went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Scorpion lands a nice leg kick that just misses Entei's sensitive parts.
Entei is looking to chop away at Scorpion's legs.
An inside leg kick lands from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands an overhand right.
Entei feints and then cracks Scorpion's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Scorpion down.
Scorpion lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Silva Scorpion is winning the standup battle so far.
A good leg kick by Entei.
Scorpion ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A big left from Entei misses.
Entei misses with a straight left.
Entei throws an overhand right that lands on Scorpion's shoulder, as Scorpion tries to avoid the shot.
Scorpion moves out of range of the strikes.
Scorpion bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Entei's head backwards.
Entei takes a shot to the body in his stride.
A looping hook to the body misses from Scorpion. Entei does a little dance to reset his feet.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Scorpion throws a right and a left that Entei avoids nicely.
Scorpion bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Entei's head backwards.#T2#
Entei looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Scorpion fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Entei is out of range. #CL#
Scorpion gets a clinch.
Entei blocks an uppercut.
Scorpion tries a body shot but Entei blocks it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Scorpion.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Scorpion creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Entei fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion misses with the head strike.
Entei tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Scorpion prevents a body shot from Entei.
Scorpion swings wildly with an uppercut but Entei uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scorpion dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the ropes.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A frustrated look appears on Entei's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Entei swings wildly with an uppercut but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Entei lands a body shot in the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion clearly takes that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R4#
Entei throws a chopping leg kick but Scorpion manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Scorpion swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Scorpion throws a right and a left that Entei avoids nicely.
Entei doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
A solid leg kick lands there for Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with a body shot.
Scorpion uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Entei.
Nice shot lands for Scorpion.
Scorpion keeps Entei at a distance using the push kick.
Entei throws a hook but Scorpion avoids it easily.
Entei checks the leg kick.
Entei shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
A big right from Entei misses.
Entei throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Entei lands with an overhand left.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scorpion avoids the body shot from Entei.
Scorpion throws a front kick aimed at Entei's knee but Entei avoids it well.
A little jabbing left from Entei on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Scorpion just misses with a punch to the body.
Entei walks forward, straight into a front kick from Scorpion.
Scorpion thows a left - swing and a miss!
Entei lands a jab.#T1#
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Entei moves away.
Scorpion thows a left - swing and a miss!
Scorpion fails in his attempt to clinch.
Scorpion sizes up Entei with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Scorpion checks a leg kick.
Scorpion is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
A head kick misses from Scorpion.
Entei misses with a looping right.
Entei chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Scorpion attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Entei connects with a solid leg kick.
Scorpion doesn't manage to clinch there - Entei circles away.
Entei has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Entei scores with a jab. Scorpion acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Scorpion waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Entei.
Entei misses with a low kick.
Scorpion scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Scorpion pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Entei keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with a hook. Entei ducked under it nicely.
Scorpion stuns Entei with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#T2#
Entei ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scorpion moves away.
Scorpion swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Entei misses with the combination.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Entei connects with a solid leg kick.
Scorpion throws a leg kick that is checked
and Entei counters with a slapping leg kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Entei. That's going to slow Scorpion down.
Scorpion throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scorpion turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Scorpion misses with a body shot.
A clash of legs there as Scorpion blocks the low kick.
Scorpion loads up on a big right hand but Entei slips the punch.
Entei turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Scorpion misses with a right hand
and Entei counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Entei lands with a good body shot.
Scorpion fails to land with a series of punches.
Scorpion connects with a body shot.
Scorpion checks a leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Silva Scorpion will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
Scorpion on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Entei. Entei obviously looking to wear him down.
Entei with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Scorpion smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Scorpion throws a shot to the body.
Scorpion wants to slow Entei down by chopping away at his legs.
Entei throws a big shot that misses.
Scorpion misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Entei counters with a nice uppercut.
Entei checks a leg kick nicely.
Scorpion scores with a head kick.
Scorpion uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Entei.
Entei lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Scorpion misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Entei counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Scorpion scoring well with a low kick there.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Entei is looking to land body kicks.
Entei looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Scorpion lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Entei connects with a solid leg kick.
Entei tries to score with a low kick but Scorpion moves his leg out of the way.
Entei wants to slow Scorpion down by chopping away at his legs.
Entei's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.#T1#
Scorpion uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Entei.
Entei throws a low kick, looking for Scorpion's leg but Scorpion calmly moves out of range.
Nice cross by Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a leg kick which misses Entei's front leg but catches the back leg as Entei tries to avoid it.
Entei looks to land a right hand but Scorpion moved out of range.
Scorpion throws a leg kick but Entei sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Scorpion swings for the body but Entei moves out of range.
Scorpion misses with a kick to the body
and Entei makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Good leg kick by Entei.
Silva Scorpion is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Entei misses the jab.
Entei tries to land a front kick but Scorpion steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Entei misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Entei on the side of the head.
Entei chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Scorpion can pounce on him.
Entei displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Scorpion throws out the jab.
Entei attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Scorpion tests Entei's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Scorpion lands an overhand right.#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Entei tries a low kick but Scorpion avoids it.
Scorpion wants to clinch up but Entei keeps it at a distance.
Entei misses with a kick to the body.
Harry Entei has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Entei takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Scorpion is pinned up against the ropes taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Scorpion slips under a jab from Entei.
Entei throws a body punch but Scorpion moves out of range.
Scorpion scores with a nice head shot.
Scorpion lands a jab to the nose.
The fighters circling - Entei throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Scorpion throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Scorpion scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Entei throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Scorpion thumps Entei with a low kick.
Entei takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Entei tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.

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 Silva Scorpion.
Well Scorpion 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 49:46
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 50:45
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 50:46

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Silva Scorpion!

Silva Scorpion retains his featherweight title!
Our winner, Silva Scorpion, 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: AKF 58     
Date:   Jul 09, 2022
#R1##CL#
Scorpion forces Blackmane 🐺 back against the ropes and clinches.
A short uppercut from Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with a hook to the ribs.
A short left from Blackmane 🐺 .
A left hand lands to the body for Scorpion.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with some punches.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Scorpion.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Scorpion scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Blackmane 🐺 has a couple of punches blocked by Scorpion.
Blackmane 🐺 blocks a body shot from Scorpion.
Blackmane 🐺 tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Blackmane 🐺 with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. #CUT2#It looks like Silva Scorpion has been cut.
Blackmane 🐺 prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion blocks an uppercut.
Blackmane 🐺 tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Scorpion lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Scorpion lands a body punch.
Scorpion cracks Blackmane 🐺 with a nice body shot.
I was talking to Scorpion's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a hook to the ribs.
Scorpion misses with a hook to the ribs.
Blackmane 🐺 misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Scorpion.
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Scorpion misses with a punch to the body. #T1#
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a body punch.
We've been informed that Blackmane 🐺 has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Scorpion blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Still in the clinch, Scorpion scores with a nice short uppercut.
Blackmane 🐺 gets through Scorpion's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Blackmane 🐺 swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Blackmane 🐺 tries to land a knee to the head but Scorpion blocks with his arms.
Scorpion scores with a hook to the body.
Scorpion content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Scorpion tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Blackmane 🐺 's elbow.
Blackmane 🐺 gets through Scorpion's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Scorpion.
Blackmane 🐺 fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Blackmane 🐺 swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Scorpion throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Blackmane 🐺 has a couple of punches blocked by Scorpion.
Scorpion tries to work over Blackmane 🐺 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a head punch that misses.
Scorpion works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Scorpion is leaning against Blackmane 🐺 and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Blackmane 🐺 looks winded!
Still in the clinch, Scorpion scores with a nice short uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Scorpion lands a nice shot to the body.
A short right from Scorpion. #T2#
Scorpion lands with a left to the head.
Scorpion works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Scorpion digs a right hand into Blackmane 🐺 's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Blackmane 🐺 's gas tank.
Scorpion lands a body punch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands with a short head shot on the inside. #BC#
Scorpion escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Scorpion chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Blackmane 🐺 ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scorpion moves away.
Scorpion lands a jab to the nose.
Scorpion scores with a jab to the body.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Good shot there by Scorpion.#CL#
Scorpion clinches up with Blackmane 🐺 and pushes him back against the ropes.
Blackmane 🐺 blocks a body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion scores with a shot to the side of Blackmane 🐺 's head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Blackmane 🐺 using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Scorpion has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Scorpion tries a body shot but Blackmane 🐺 blocks it.
Scorpion misses with a punch to the body.
Blackmane 🐺 struggles to land a body shot inside as Scorpion controls his hands.
Blackmane 🐺 can't find room to land a body shot as Scorpion controls the action.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a hook from the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Silva Scorpion's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Left hook, right uppercut from Scorpion.
Blackmane 🐺 fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Scorpion manages to avoid it.
A lazy left from Blackmane 🐺 finds it's target.
Scorpion misses with a straight right.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a shot from downtown. Scorpion moves away and avoids it.
A telegraphed right hand from Blackmane 🐺 misses the target.
Blackmane 🐺 takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Blackmane 🐺 uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Scorpion.
Blackmane 🐺 is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Scorpion with a body shot.
Scorpion lands with a thumping leg kick.
Scorpion listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Scorpion is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Blackmane 🐺 can do to turn this around?
Scorpion lands a nice looking kick to the body. Blackmane 🐺 takes a step back to recover.
Scorpion throws a solid leg kick but Blackmane 🐺 takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Scorpion.
Scorpion scores with a jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Scorpion pivots, looking for a leg kick but Blackmane 🐺 is out of range and Scorpion settles back down.
Silva Scorpion is winning the standup battle so far.
Scorpion slips under a jab.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Scorpion is looking to land body kicks.
Blackmane 🐺 keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A little jabbing left from Blackmane 🐺 on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a wild body shot.
Scorpion quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Scorpion misses with a body kick.
Blackmane 🐺 takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#T1#
Blackmane 🐺 checks a leg kick.
Scorpion throws a jab but it's blocked by Blackmane 🐺 .
Scorpion moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromBlackmane 🐺 .
Blackmane 🐺 does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a nice outside leg kick.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a lazy right hand but Scorpion sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a shot from downtown. Scorpion moves away and avoids it.
Blackmane 🐺 checks the leg kick.
Scorpion misses with a looping right.
Some bone on bone action there as Scorpion checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Blackmane 🐺 attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Scorpion displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Blackmane 🐺 throws out the jab.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a hook.
Blackmane 🐺 takes a jab right on the kisser.
Silva Scorpion seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Scorpion punishes Blackmane 🐺 's body with a nice straight punch.
A swing and a miss from Blackmane 🐺 .
A nice leg kick lands there from Scorpion.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a straight left.
Blackmane 🐺 on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
A shot to the liver by Scorpion. Beautiful body shot.
Nice uppercut there from Blackmane 🐺 .#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!
Scorpion scores with a body shot.
Scorpion dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Blackmane 🐺 . That did some damage!
Scorpion keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Blackmane 🐺 .
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Scorpion, as that shot connected.
Scorpion slips under a jab.
Scorpion moves forwards but Blackmane 🐺 connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Blackmane 🐺 blocks a head kick by Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with a wild combination.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a straight right.
Blackmane 🐺 checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Blackmane 🐺 throws out a loose jab but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scorpion lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Scorpion lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Scorpion with a jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion throws a body punch but Blackmane 🐺 moves out of range.
Blackmane 🐺 avoids the body shot from Scorpion.
Blackmane 🐺 slips under a jab from Scorpion.
A low kick lands for Scorpion.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a low kick but Scorpion moves out of range easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Silva Scorpion's cut.
That's time! Scorpion's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R3#
Blackmane 🐺 lands a leg kick that knocks Scorpion off balance momentarily.
Scorpion misses with a body shot.
A slapping body kick lands there for Scorpion.
A jab from Blackmane 🐺 misses.
Scorpion attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Scorpion lands a body shot.
Blackmane 🐺 moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Blackmane 🐺 waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Scorpion.
Scorpion steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Blackmane 🐺 .
Scorpion avoids the head kick by Blackmane 🐺 .
Scorpion just misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion ducks under a wild hook from Blackmane 🐺 .
Scorpion throws a body shot but no joy.
Scorpion digs a good hook to Blackmane 🐺 's body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scorpion fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Blackmane 🐺 manages to avoid it.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a shot from downtown. Scorpion moves away and avoids it.
Scorpion connects with a solid leg kick.
A bone on bone clash there as Scorpion blocks the leg kick.
Blackmane 🐺 looks to throw the jab but Scorpion is out of range.
Scorpion listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#T1#
Scorpion's corner calls for a 1-2. Scorpion obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Scorpion avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Scorpion displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Blackmane 🐺 throws out the jab.
Scorpion connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Blackmane 🐺 slips under a jab from Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Scorpion displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Blackmane 🐺 throws out the jab.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with an uppercut. Scorpion saw that one coming.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a jab but it's blocked by Scorpion.
A little feinted left hand from Scorpion on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Scorpion scores with a jab to the jaw.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a hook. Scorpion ducked under it nicely.
Blackmane 🐺 lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Scorpion at a distance.
Scorpion keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Blackmane 🐺 .
Scorpion appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a hook. Scorpion ducked under it nicely.
Decent striking displayed by Scorpion there.
Blackmane 🐺 on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Blackmane 🐺 misses the jab.
Scorpion is pinned up against the ropes taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
A slow jab from Blackmane 🐺 misses its intended target.
Blackmane 🐺 shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. #T2#
Blackmane 🐺 drops his hands momentarily and Scorpion takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
A low kick lands for Scorpion.
Scorpion takes a swing at Blackmane 🐺 's ribcage but misses.
Blackmane 🐺 missing with a left hand there. Scorpion was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
As Blackmane 🐺 backs away, Scorpion returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Blackmane 🐺 checks a low kick from Scorpion.
Scorpion clobbers Blackmane 🐺 with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Scorpion looks to land a left hand but Blackmane 🐺 moved out of range nicely.
Scorpion lands a glancing blow to the side of Blackmane 🐺 's head.
Scorpion takes one to the chin there.
Scorpion thumps Blackmane 🐺 with a low kick.
Blackmane 🐺 takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Blackmane 🐺 pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Blackmane 🐺 's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Scorpion connects with a solid leg kick.
Blackmane 🐺 uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Scorpion.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with an uppercut.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Blackmane 🐺 lands the left hand.
Scorpion scores with a shot to the body.
Blackmane 🐺 throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Good shot there by Scorpion.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Silva Scorpion's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R4#
A jab from Scorpion misses.
Good leg kick by Scorpion.
Blackmane 🐺 takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Scorpion throws a low kick but Blackmane 🐺 avoids it.
A low kick lands for Scorpion.
Blackmane 🐺 pivots, looking for a leg kick but Scorpion is out of range and Blackmane 🐺 settles back down.
Blackmane 🐺 looks to land a left hand but Scorpion moved out of range nicely.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a hook
and Scorpion counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Scorpion avoids the head kick by Blackmane 🐺 .
Scorpion throwing a counter right hand but Blackmane 🐺 manages to avoid it.
Scorpion tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Blackmane 🐺 was well out of range. Poor timing from Scorpion.
Blackmane 🐺 takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Scorpion walks into a jab.
Good exchange - Scorpion coming out on top.
Scorpion ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Scorpion uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Blackmane 🐺 .
Scorpion appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Scorpion pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Nice shot lands for Blackmane 🐺 .
Blackmane 🐺 bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Scorpion's head.
Nice uppercut there from Blackmane 🐺 .#T1#
Scorpion connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Scorpion steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Blackmane 🐺 .
Scorpion scores with a body shot.
Scorpion throws a shot to the body. #CL#
Blackmane 🐺 tries to keep at a distance but Scorpion has taken the fight into the clinch.
Scorpion lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Scorpion is working Blackmane 🐺 over against the ropes.
Blackmane 🐺 swings wildly with an uppercut but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with some punches.
Scorpion lands with a light punch inside.
Scorpion lands a hook to the side of the head.
Still in the clinch, Scorpion scores with a nice short uppercut.
Silva Scorpion has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Scorpion lands a body punch.
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 short body shot lands from Scorpion as the two fighters clinch.
Blackmane 🐺 is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Still in the clinch, Scorpion scores with a nice short uppercut.
Blackmane 🐺 has a couple of punches blocked by Scorpion.
A nice right hand lands inside from Scorpion.
A short uppercut from Scorpion. #T2#
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a hook from the clinch.
Good body shot from Scorpion.
Blackmane 🐺 has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with the head strike.
Blackmane 🐺 with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Scorpion digs a right hand underneath Blackmane 🐺 's ribcage. Blackmane 🐺 let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A right handed body shot lands from Scorpion.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Scorpion takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
A hook to the body from Scorpion.
Blackmane 🐺 tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Scorpion working some nice short punches in the clinch.#BC#
Scorpion breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Blackmane 🐺 tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion with a nice cross.
Scorpion throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Blackmane 🐺 stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Blackmane 🐺 scores with a leg kick. #CL#
Scorpion forces Blackmane 🐺 back against the ropes and clinches.
A hook to the body from Scorpion.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion had his way with Ragnar Blackmane 🐺 in that round.
The cut man is working on Silva Scorpion's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
Scorpion ducks under a wild hook from Blackmane 🐺 .
Ragnar Blackmane 🐺 has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Scorpion throws a body shot but no joy.
Scorpion will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Scorpion tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Blackmane 🐺 was well out of range. Poor timing from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Scorpion throws a quick inside leg kick.
Scorpion is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Scorpion needs to keep his hands up - Blackmane 🐺 had a free shot at his head there.
Blackmane 🐺 takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Scorpion checks a leg kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Scorpion. That's going to slow Blackmane 🐺 down. #CL#
Scorpion moves into the clinch.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with some punches.
Blackmane 🐺 looking to throw knees to the head but Scorpion is blocking nicely.
Blackmane 🐺 tries a body shot but Scorpion blocks it.
Blackmane 🐺 looking to throw knees to the head but Scorpion is blocking nicely.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Scorpion works on Blackmane 🐺 's body with a couple of short punches.
Blackmane 🐺 is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Scorpion pushes Blackmane 🐺 back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Blackmane 🐺 tries to land a knee to the head but Scorpion blocks with his arms. #T1#
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Scorpion takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
A right hand to the body from Scorpion.
Scorpion digs a right hand underneath Blackmane 🐺 's ribcage. Blackmane 🐺 let out a lung full of air as it connected.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Scorpion creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Scorpion.
Scorpion stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Scorpion scores with a nice hook to the head.
Scorpion lands a left hand that snaps the head of Blackmane 🐺 backwards.
Scorpion throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Silva Scorpion is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Scorpion digs a right hand into Blackmane 🐺 's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Blackmane 🐺 's gas tank.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with the head strike.
Scorpion scores with a hook to the body.
A short left from Scorpion.
Blackmane 🐺 goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A head punch on the inside from Blackmane 🐺 fails to land.
A body shot lands from Scorpion. #T2#
A shot in the inside from Scorpion. #ROC#Blackmane 🐺 is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Still in the clinch, Scorpion scores with a nice short uppercut.
Blackmane 🐺 is still on wobbly legs! Can Scorpion finish him?
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a knee to the head.
Scorpion lands a hook that snaps the head of Blackmane 🐺 backwards.
Scorpion digs a right hand into Blackmane 🐺 's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Blackmane 🐺 's gas tank.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a body shot.
Scorpion cracks Blackmane 🐺 with a big uppercut, right up the middle and Blackmane 🐺 goes down! Oh, he's hurt! He's bigtime hurt! The referee is giving him a chance to get back to his feet - 4,5,6,7, no, he's called it off! Blackmane 🐺 wasn't going to make it and the fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:28 of round 5, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Silva Scorpion!
Silva Scorpion retains his featherweight title!
A victorious Silva Scorpion thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

 

Event: AKF 56 | Akira vs. RooMan     
Date:   Jun 25, 2022
#R1##CL#
Scorpion clinches up with Mendoza and pushes him back against the ropes.
Scorpion lands a hook that snaps the head of Mendoza backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Scorpion.
Mendoza utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Mendoza looking to throw knees to the head but Scorpion is blocking nicely.
Scorpion lands a right hand.
Mendoza blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Scorpion blocking some punches.
Mendoza throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Scorpions head.
Mendoza misses with an elbow over the top.
Mendoza putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Scorpion in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Mendoza has a couple of punches blocked by Scorpion.
Scorpion leaning his opponent against the ropes.
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Scorpion avoids a wild elbow strike from Mendoza.
Scorpion lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scorpion fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
Mendoza tries to stall but Scorpion uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Scorpion lands with a short punch from the clinch. #T1#
Scorpion lands a body shot in the clinch.
Scorpion prevents a body shot from Mendoza.
Scorpion prevents a body shot from Mendoza.
Mendoza prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Mendoza backwards.
Mendoza swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Scorpion lands a nice shot to the body.
Mendoza lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Mendoza can't find room to land a body shot as Scorpion controls the action.
Mendoza taking a breather.
Mendoza missing with knees to the body.
Mendoza has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Scorpion seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Mendoza can turn it around.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Scorpion.
A short right from Scorpion.
Mendoza lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Mendoza tries to land knees in the clinch but Scorpion avoids the damage to the body.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Mendoza.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Scorpion lands with a right to the head.
Scorpion pushes Mendoza back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mendoza fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Scorpion lands a body punch in the clinch. #T2#
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Scorpion creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Mendoza takes a shot to the head.
Mendoza struggles to land a body shot inside as Scorpion controls his hands.
Scorpion lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Still in the clinch, Scorpion scores with a nice short uppercut.
Mendoza lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Scorpion misses with a hook to the ribs.
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Mendoza tries a body shot but Scorpion blocks it.
Scorpion lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Mendoza misses with the head strike.
Scorpion swings away with an uppercut that misses.
I was talking to Scorpion's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Scorpion lands a hook to the side of the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Scorpion.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Scorpion gets through Mendoza's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#BC#
Scorpion's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Mendoza misses with a wild body shot.
An attempted straight right counter from Scorpion misses the target.
Scorpion uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Mendoza has time to react.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Scorpion throws a leg kick
and Mendoza counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Scorpion keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Mendoza.
Scorpion uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mendoza.
Scorpion looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Scorpion misses with a looping left.
Mendoza takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Scorpion pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Scorpion scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Mendoza doesn't seem bothered though.
Mendoza avoids the body shot from Scorpion. #CL#
Scorpion rushes Mendoza and presses him up against the ropes.
Mendoza is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Scorpion is defending well for now.
Mendoza misses with a knee to the head.
Scorpion softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mendoza tries to land knees in the clinch but Scorpion avoids the damage to the body.
Scorpion lands a right hand that snaps the head of Mendoza backwards.
Mendoza lands a shoulder strike.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Scorpion misses with a hook from the clinch.
Mendoza doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Scorpion blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T1#
A shot in the inside from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a body shot.
Scorpion working aggressively here.
Mendoza tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Scorpion avoids it.
A short right from Scorpion.
Mendoza blocks a body shot from Scorpion.
Mendoza throws a head punch that misses.
A nice left hand lands by Scorpion.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Scorpion creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Scorpion tries a body shot but Mendoza blocks it.
A hook to the body from Scorpion.
Mendoza working aggressively here.
Mendoza struggles to land a body shot inside as Scorpion controls his hands.
Scorpion digs a right hand underneath Mendoza's ribcage. Mendoza let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Mendoza is breathing heavily.
Mendoza takes a shot to the head.
Scorpion lands with a right to the head.
Mendoza misses with some punches.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A right hand to the body from Scorpion.
Scorpion is working Mendoza over against the ropes.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Scorpion takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Scorpion lands a hook that snaps the head of Mendoza backwards. #T2#
Mendoza is trying to break the clinch but Scorpion has him pressed against the ropes.
Scorpion lands with a short shot to the head.
Scorpion misses with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mendoza.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Scorpion.
Scorpion tries a body shot but Mendoza blocks it.
Scorpion struggles to land a body shot inside as Mendoza controls his hands.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Scorpion.
Scorpion stalling against the ropes.
Mendoza throws a punch but it's blocked by Scorpion.
Mendoza scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Mendoza tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Scorpion's elbow.
Mendoza tries to throw a body punch but Scorpion avoids it by throwing Mendoza back against the ropes.
Scorpion lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Mendoza backwards.
Mendoza tries a body shot but Scorpion blocks it.
Scorpion misses with a punch on the inside.
Scorpion struggles to land a body shot inside as Mendoza controls his hands.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mendoza throws a punch but it's blocked by Scorpion.
Scorpion has a couple of punches blocked by Mendoza.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R3#
Mendoza gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Mendoza scores with the left hand. Scorpion knows he should have avoided that one.
Nice straight punches there by Scorpion. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Scorpion.
The fighters circling - Mendoza throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Scorpion swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Scorpion avoids a kick to the body.
Scorpion throws a chopping leg kick but Mendoza manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Mendoza checks a low kick from Scorpion.#CL#
Scorpion clinches.
A right hook to the body lands for Scorpion.
Mendoza's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Mendoza lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Scorpion or not.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Scorpion.
Mendoza looking to throw knees to the head but Scorpion is blocking nicely.
Scorpion lands a body punch.
Scorpion lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mendoza has a couple of punches blocked by Scorpion.
Mendoza has a couple of punches blocked by Scorpion.
Scorpion tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Mendoza's elbow.
Mendoza swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T1#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with a hook to the ribs.
Mendoza pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the ropes.
Scorpion blocks an elbow strike from Mendoza.
Mendoza lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Scorpion lands a right hand.
Scorpion goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Scorpion presses Mendoza against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Scorpion's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Mendoza tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Scorpion's elbow.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Mendoza.
Scorpion swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Mendoza throws an elbow that misses.
A left hand lands to the body for Scorpion.
Mendoza takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Scorpion stalling in the clinch but Mendoza improves position.
Mendoza lands a body shot.
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Scorpion lands with a right to the head. #T2#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mendoza.
Scorpion lands a shot to the body.
Scorpion lands a hook to the side of the head.
Scorpion digs a right hand into Mendoza's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Mendoza's gas tank.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mendoza.
Mendoza throws a punch but it's blocked by Scorpion.
Mendoza working aggressively here.
Mendoza gets through Scorpion's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Scorpion lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Scorpion pushes Mendoza back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Mendoza lands a body shot.
A head punch on the inside from Mendoza fails to land.
Scorpion lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Mendoza misses with a hook from the clinch.
A short uppercut from Scorpion.
Mendoza blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Mendoza lands a body punch.
Scorpion looking to stall.
Mendoza misses with some punches.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion clearly takes that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R4#
Scorpion scores with a leg kick.
Scorpion misses the shot to the body.
Mendoza scores with a shot to the body.
Scorpion misses with a combination
and Mendoza counters with a straight right hand.
Silva Scorpion is winning the standup battle so far.
Mendoza takes one to the side of the head.
Mendoza swats away the attempt to clinch by Scorpion.
Nice body punch from Mendoza.
Scorpion tries to clinch but Mendoza moves out of range.
Scorpion moves out of range as Mendoza strikes.
An attempted straight right counter from Scorpion misses the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scorpion moves out of range as Mendoza strikes.
Scorpion throws a solid leg kick but Mendoza takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Scorpion.
Mendoza takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Scorpion misses the body punch
letting Mendoza counter with a right hand.
Mendoza circles away from the clinch attempt.
Mendoza looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T1#
Scorpion misses with a body kick.
Scorpion punishes Mendoza's body with a nice straight punch.
Scorpion thuds a left hand into Mendoza's body.#CL#
Mendoza tries to keep at a distance but Scorpion has taken the fight into the clinch.
Mendoza blocks a body shot from Scorpion.
Mendoza blocks a body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Mendoza scores with a shot to the side of Scorpion's head.
Scorpion tries a body shot but Mendoza blocks it.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Mendoza throws a punch but it's blocked by Scorpion.
A short uppercut from Scorpion.
Mendoza can't find room to land a body shot as Scorpion controls the action.
Scorpion lands a left hand that snaps the head of Mendoza backwards.
A nice right hand lands inside from Mendoza.
Scorpion lands with a short shot to the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A short right from Scorpion. #T2#
Mendoza misses with a short punch on the inside.
Mendoza prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
Mendoza throws a head punch that misses.
Mendoza misses with the head strike.
A nice right hand lands inside from Scorpion.
Scorpion struggles to land a body shot inside as Mendoza controls his hands.
Mendoza lands a damaging elbow. #CUT2#It looks like Silva Scorpion has been cut.
A short uppercut from Scorpion. #ROC#Mendoza is rocked!
A right hand to the body from Scorpion.
Mendoza is still on wobbly legs! Can Scorpion finish him?
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Mendoza seems to have recovered his senses.#BC#
Scorpion's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Mendoza looks to land a left hand but Scorpion moved out of range nicely.
Scorpion is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Mendoza can do to turn this around?
Mendoza on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Scorpion misses the shot to the body.
Mendoza is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Nice jab there from Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a leg kick which misses Mendoza's front leg but catches the back leg as Mendoza tries to avoid it.
Scorpion avoids the body shot from Mendoza.
Scorpion appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Scorpion lands a jab to Mendoza's midsection.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Scorpion. Mendoza shrugs it off though.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion had his way with Daniel Mendoza in that round.
The cut man is working on Silva Scorpion's cut.
That's time! Scorpion's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R5#
Scorpion misses with an attempted mid kick.
Daniel Mendoza has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Silva Scorpion seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jab from Scorpion.
Scorpion fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mendoza manages to avoid it.
Scorpion fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Mendoza.
The fighters circling - Scorpion throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Scorpion scores with a jab. Mendoza acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Scorpion lands with a nice body punch.
Scorpion throws a body kick that misses.
Mendoza scores with a jab to the body.
Mendoza takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Scorpion throws a predictable looking body shot
and Mendoza cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Mendoza on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Scorpion throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Scorpion fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Mendoza has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mendoza throws a shot from downtown. Scorpion moves away and avoids it.
Mendoza tries to bum rush Scorpion with a series of wild strikes but Scorpion uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Scorpion lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#T1#
Mendoza takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Scorpion lands with a cross.
Scorpion lands a glancing blow to the side of Mendoza's head.
Scorpion dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Scorpion is looking to slow Mendoza down with leg kicks.
Sloppy strikes from Scorpion. Those never looked like landing.
Scorpion walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Silva Scorpion is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Mendoza is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Scorpion.
Scorpion appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Scorpion punishes Mendoza's body with a nice straight punch.
Scorpion throws a body shot but no joy.
Mendoza misses the jab.
Scorpion tried to counter with a leg kick but Mendoza avoided it.
Scorpion is looking to slow Mendoza down with leg kicks.
Mendoza throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Mendoza takes one on the button.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Scorpion misses with a right hand
and Mendoza cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T2#
Scorpion works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
A slow jab from Mendoza misses its intended target.
Mendoza looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Scorpion misses with a kick to the body.
Mendoza's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Scorpion bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Mendoza's head backwards.
Scorpion swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Mendoza looks for the body kick but Scorpion saw that one coming.
Scorpion digs a good body shot into Mendoza's ribs.
Scorpion listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Mendoza misses with a hook.
Scorpion scores with a nice strike.
A lazy left from Mendoza finds it's target.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion throws a nice outside leg kick.
Scorpion keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Mendoza.
A slapping leg kick lands for Scorpion.
Mendoza chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Scorpion can pounce on him.

And that's the end of the fight!
Silva Scorpion showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Scorpion 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 50:45
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 50:45
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 50:45

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Silva Scorpion!

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

 

Event: AKF 54     
Date:   May 28, 2022
#R1#
Scorpion jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Scorpion swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Scorpion has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Rram.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
A shot to the liver by Scorpion. Beautiful body shot.#CL#
Scorpion darts in and clinches Rram up against the ropes.
Scorpion lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Scorpion misses with some punches.
Rram misses with a punch on the inside.
Rram lands a right hand that snaps the head of Scorpion backwards.
Rram lands a hook that snaps the head of Scorpion backwards.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Rram blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Scorpion tries to work over Rram's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC2#
Rram breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Scorpion moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Scorpion looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scorpion turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Scorpion misses with an attempted mid kick.
Scorpion misses with a body shot.
Scorpion on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Scorpion misses with a head kick.
Rram misses with a wild body shot.
Rram misses the jab.
Rram tried to score with a low kick but Scorpion checks it.
Scorpion jabs at Rram's body.#T1#
Scorpion showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Rram.
Scorpion takes one on the button.
Rram throws a shot from downtown. Scorpion moves away and avoids it.
Scorpion looks to land a left hand but Rram moved out of range nicely.
Scorpion misses with a wild body shot.
Rram is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Rram lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Rram swings and misses with a hook to the body.
It looked like Scorpion wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Rram misses with a two punch combination.
An inside leg kick from Scorpion misses.
Scorpion is looking to chop away at Rram's legs.
Scorpion dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Rram. That did some damage!
Rram misses with a two punch combination.
Scorpion misses with a low kick.
Rram looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
A nice leg kick from Scorpion, right into the meat of the thigh.
Rram misses with a series of wild punches.
Rram walks into a straight right hand from Scorpion.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rram throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Rram takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Rram misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Scorpion looks to land a left hand but Rram moved out of range nicely.
Rram throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Scorpion pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rram moves away.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Rram! But no joy.
Scorpion throws a body punch but Rram moves out of range.
Scorpion misses with a body shot.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Rram!
Rram swinging wildly here.
Scorpion digs a good hook to Rram's body.
Rram keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rram is looking to land body kicks.
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rram moves away.
Scorpion misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rram.
Scorpion slips under a jab.
It looked like Scorpion wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Scorpion misses with a low kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Silva Scorpion will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Scorpion throws a leg kick but Rram checks it.
Sloppy strikes from Scorpion. Those never looked like landing.
Scorpion throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
It seemed like Rram was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Rram moves out of range as Scorpion strikes.
Scorpion keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Silva Scorpion is winning the standup battle so far.
Scorpion jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Scorpion misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rram.
Scorpion looks to throw the jab but Rram is out of range.
Silva Scorpion seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rram punishes Scorpion's body with a nice straight punch.
Scorpion throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Scorpion scores with a punch to the head.
Scorpion lands with a hook. Rram tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Scorpion takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Rram throws a quick inside leg kick.
Scorpion throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Scorpion scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
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!
Scorpion staying out of range there.
Scorpion slips a jab from Rram.
Scorpion throwing a counter right hand but Rram manages to avoid it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Scorpion. Rram does a little dance to reset his feet.
Some bone on bone action there as Scorpion checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Rram swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nice uppercut there from Scorpion.#T1#
Scorpion misses the shot to the body.
Scorpion is looking to wear down Rram with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Scorpion lands a nice leg kick that just misses Rram's sensitive parts.
Scorpion throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Rram just misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rram moves away.
Rram defending well as Scorpion loads up on a big left hand. #CL#
Scorpion rushes Rram and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
Rram misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rram prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Scorpion is working Rram over against the ropes.
Rram fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion gets through Rram's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Rram lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Rram working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Scorpion tries to stall but Rram uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but Rram avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes.
Rram tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Scorpion lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Rram.#T2#
Rram working aggressively here.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Scorpion.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rram swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Scorpion lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A hook to the body from Rram.
Rram lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rram.
Yajson Rram seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Rram lands with a short punch from the clinch. #BC2#
Rram pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Scorpion swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Scorpion buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Rram takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Rram crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Scorpion - the referee stops the clock and Rram gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Scorpion. Rram manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Rram avoids the body shot from Scorpion.
A big left from Rram misses.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rram looks to land a combination but Scorpion avoids it well.
A bone on bone clash there as Rram blocks the leg kick.
Scorpion fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Rram is out of range.
Rram swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Rram takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Scorpion throws the kick towards the body but Rram avoids it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R3#
Rram lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Scorpion circles away quickly and effectively.
Rram throws a right and a left that Scorpion avoids nicely.
Scorpion lands with an uppercut that bounces Rram off the ropes and back into range.
Scorpion scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Rram doesn't seem bothered though.
Rram throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Rram pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Scorpion back to the ropes. Rram follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Rram chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Rram uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Scorpion.
Scorpion swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Rram.
Yajson Rram is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Scorpion avoids a punch combination nicely.
Rram fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rram takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Rram tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Scorpion was well out of range. Poor timing from Rram.
Scorpion tries to clinch up but Rram circles away and keeps his distance.
Rram misses with a double jab.
Rram checks a leg kick nicely.
Scorpion swings for the body but Rram moves out of range.
A big right from Rram misses.
Scorpion looks to score with a jab to the body but Rram is just out of range.
Rram avoids the body shot from Scorpion. #T1#
A slapping leg kick lands for Scorpion.
Scorpion is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Scorpion tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Some wild striking there from Rram.
Scorpion with the inside leg kick.
Left hook, right uppercut from Rram.
Scorpion stuns Rram with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Rram misses with a wild combination.
A slow jab from Rram misses its intended target.
Scorpion tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rram was well out of range. Poor timing from Scorpion.
A nice leg kick lands there from Rram.
Rram looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Rram throws a series of strikes that have Scorpion backpedaling.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scorpion throws out a powerful jab.
Rram avoids the body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a nice looking body shot.
A lazy left from Scorpion finds it's target.#T2#
Scorpion sizes up Rram with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #CL#
Scorpion clinches with his opponent. #BC2#
Rram manages to break the clinch.
Scorpion thuds a left hand into Rram's body.
Scorpion takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Scorpion lands a nice looking kick to the body. Rram takes a step back to recover.
Scorpion takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Rram sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Rram lets loose with a powerful body kick. Scorpion will feel that in the morning.
Scorpion's jab looks to have found its range, popping Rram under the eye.
Nice uppercut lands for Scorpion. That snapped Rram's head back.
Rram rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Scorpion moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Scorpion misses with a straight left.
Scorpion ducks under a wild hook from Rram.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Scorpion fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Rram has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Rram fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Scorpion throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scorpion scores with a shot to the body.
Scorpion misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rram.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Silva Scorpion did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R4#
Scorpion moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Scorpion wants to clinch up but Rram keeps it at a distance.
Scorpion tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rram was well out of range. Poor timing from Scorpion.
Rram throws a right hand that Scorpion ducks under and follows up with a left that Scorpion also avoids with ease.
Scorpion throws a solid leg kick but Rram takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Scorpion.
An inside leg kick from Rram misses.
Rram throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Scorpion.
Scorpion tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Scorpion fakes the leg kick and cracks Rram in the body.
Rram misses with a hook.
Scorpion tries to clinch there but Rram circles away.
Rram scores with a nice strike.
Scorpion lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Rram at a distance. #CL#
Rram gets tackled into the ropes by Scorpion. Scorpion maintains the clinch. #BC2#
Rram manages to break the clinch.
An inside leg kick from Scorpion misses.
Rram takes a jab right on the kisser.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rram throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Rram thuds a left hand into Scorpion's body.
A punch lands to the side of Rram 's head but he takes it in his stride.#T1#
Scorpion lands with a thumping leg kick.
Scorpion lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Scorpion moves into range and connects with a jab.
Rram jabs at Scorpion's body.
Scorpion is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Rram misses with a wild body shot.
Rram throws a combination. Scorpion tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Rram throws a right and a left that both miss.
Rram misses the shot to the body.
Rram throws a low kick but Scorpion moves out of range easily.
Scorpion tries a low kick but Rram avoids it.
Rram takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Rram takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scorpion lands a two punch combo.
Rram takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Rram wants to land a leg kick but Scorpion is out of range.
Rram ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scorpion moves away.
A head kick misses from Scorpion.
Rram misses with a leg kick
and Scorpion counters with a straight right hand.#T2#
Scorpion jabs Rram to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Rram has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Rram there as he acknowledges the shot.
Scorpion tries to close the distance and clinch but Rram swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Scorpion throws a low kick but Rram moves out of range easily.
Rram has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Rram finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Scorpion throws a front kick aimed at Rram's knee but Rram avoids it well.
Rram takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Scorpion throws a body punch but Rram moves out of range.
Rram thows a left - swing and a miss!
Rram uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a head kick!
Rram takes a swing at Scorpion's ribcage but misses. #CL#
Scorpion rushes Rram and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
Scorpion lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Rram.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#BC2#
Rram escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Scorpion tests Rram's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Sloppy strikes from Scorpion. Those never looked like landing.
Rram missing with a left hand there. Scorpion was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Scorpion buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion had his way with Yajson Rram in that round.
That's time! Scorpion's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R5##CL#
Scorpion has closed the distance and engaged Rram in a clinch.
Rram misses with a hook from the clinch.
Scorpion swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Rram blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Rram throws a punch but it's blocked by Scorpion.
Good body shot from Scorpion.
Rram misses with some punches.
Scorpion pushes Rram back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch. #BC2#
Rram breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL#
Scorpion rushes Rram and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
Scorpion misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Rram breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Rram swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scorpion takes a swing at Rram's ribcage but misses.
Rram misses with a looping left.
Scorpion misses the shot to the body.
Rram uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Scorpion.
Scorpion takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Rram misses with a double jab.
Rram tries to move into range but Scorpion moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#T1#
The fighters circle momentarily. Scorpion darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Scorpion throws a leg kick but Rram sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Rram scores with a three punch combo!
Scorpion misses with a low kick.
A combination from Rram does no damage.
Scorpion bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A looping hook to the body misses from Rram. Scorpion does a little dance to reset his feet.
Scorpion throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scorpion slips a jab from Rram.
Silva Scorpion is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Scorpion pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Rram steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Scorpion.
Rram throws a wild body kick that Scorpion sees coming a mile off.
Rram's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Scorpion closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Rram swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Rram throws a leg kick that misses.
Scorpion lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Scorpion throws a front kick that sends Rram stumbling back into the ropes.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A head kick by Scorpion misses
and Rram counters with a two punch combo. #T2#
Nice body kick there by Scorpion.
Scorpion cracks Rram with an open hand slap.
Scorpion fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Rram has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Rram throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scorpion scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Scorpion will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Scorpion lands with a kick to the temple. Rram shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Scorpion has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Rram finds it's way round the side to connect with Scorpion's head.
Rram misses with a double jab
and Scorpion counters with an outside leg kick.
Rram tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Scorpion is able to avoid easily.
Scorpion was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Rram throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Rram tries to bum rush Scorpion with a series of wild strikes but Scorpion uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#CL#
Scorpion has closed the distance and engaged Rram in a clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion struggles to land a body shot inside as Rram controls his hands.
Rram has had enough of the clinch but Scorpion keeps him there for the moment.
Yajson Rram has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Rram has a couple of punches blocked by Scorpion.

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 Silva Scorpion.
Well Scorpion 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 50:45
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 50:45
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 50:45

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Silva Scorpion!

Silva Scorpion retains his featherweight title!
After winning the bout, Silva Scorpion thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: AKF 50 | Turner vs. Scorpion     
Date:   Apr 30, 2022
#R1#
Scorpion showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Turner.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Turner wants to slow Scorpion down by chopping away at his legs.
Scorpion lunges at Turner with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Turner's hand.
Scorpion will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Scorpion ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Turner tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Scorpion was well out of range. Poor timing from Turner.
Scorpion misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Turner. #CL2#
Scorpion moves into the clinch.
Scorpion lands a left hand that snaps the head of Turner backwards.
A short right from Turner on the inside.
Turner swings wildly with an uppercut but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Turner misses with a punch on the inside.
Turner swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Turner lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Turner.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Turner lands with a right to the head.
Turner tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Turner throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Scorpion blocks it with crossed arms.
Scorpion working aggressively here.
Scorpion stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Turner blocks a body shot from Scorpion. #T1#
Scorpion blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Turner misses with a hook to the ribs.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Scorpion.
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but Turner avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes.
Scorpion tries to work over Turner's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
A head punch on the inside from Scorpion fails to land.
Turner throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Scorpions head.
Scorpion has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Turner seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Scorpion can turn it around.
Turner throws a punch but it's blocked by Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a left hand that snaps the head of Turner backwards.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Scorpion lands a shot to the body.
Scorpion struggles to land a body shot inside as Turner controls his hands.
Turner misses with the head strike.
Turner has a couple of punches blocked by Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Scorpion tries to stall but Turner uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Turner throws a head punch that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Turner.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Scorpion.
Scorpion stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Turner misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Scorpion. #T2#
Scorpion scores with a shot to the side of Turner's head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Scorpion lands a shot to the body.
Scorpion works on Turner's body with a couple of short punches.
Turner misses with some punches.
Scorpion digs a right hand into Turner's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Turner's gas tank.
Scorpion is working Turner over against the ropes.
Turner blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Turner is trying to push Scorpion away but Scorpion has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
Scorpion stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Turner.
Scorpion lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Scorpion misses with a hook to the ribs.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Scorpion pushes Turner back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Scorpion can't find room to land a body shot as Turner controls the action.
Turner is trying to force a seperation but Scorpion has the dominant position.
Turner really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Scorpion lands with a short head shot on the inside.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion lands a body punch.
Turner is breathing heavily.
Scorpion is trying to stall.
Scorpion lands a body punch in the clinch.
Scorpion misses with a hook to the ribs.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Turner slips under a jab from Scorpion.
Scorpion just misses with a punch to the body.
As Scorpion backs away, Turner returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Scorpion lands with a thumping leg kick.
Turner keeps the fight on the outside.
Scorpion delivers a nice body kick.
Scorpion with a nice calf kick.
Scorpion goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Scorpion connects with a body shot.
Scorpion fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Turner.
Turner gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Scorpion throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Scorpion keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Scorpion looks to score with a jab to the body but Turner is just out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Turner on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nice shot by Turner.
Scorpion tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Turner manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Turner thinks about countering with a body kick.#CL2#
Scorpion has managed to clinch.
Scorpion has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Scorpion blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Scorpion is looking to control Turner's arms but Turner gets an underhook and turns him. Now Scorpion has his back to the ropes.
Turner wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Turner swings wildly with an uppercut but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scorpion throws a punch but it's blocked by Turner. #T1#
Turner misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Scorpion blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Scorpion blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Turner blocks an uppercut.
A nice right hand lands inside from Scorpion.
Turner fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Turner misses with the head strike.
Turner tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Scorpion is trying to stall.
Scorpion lands an uppercut.
Turner throws a head punch that misses.
A right hand to the body from Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with the head strike.
Turner can't break the clinch.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Scorpion.
Turner using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Scorpion has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Turner has a couple of punches blocked by Scorpion.
Silva Scorpion seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Scorpion blocks an uppercut.
Scorpion lands with a right to the head. #T2#
A nice left hand lands by Scorpion.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scorpion scores with a nice hook to the head.
Scorpion scores with a shoulder strike.
Scorpion lands a left hand that snaps the head of Turner backwards. #ROC2#Turner is rocked!
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Oh Turner is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Scorpion tries to work over Turner's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Scorpion lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Scorpion lands an uppercut.
A short right from Scorpion on the inside.
Turner scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Turner working aggressively here.
Turner misses with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Turner working aggressively here.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Scorpion creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A frustrated look appears on Turner's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Scorpion looking to stall.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion struggles to land a body shot inside as Turner controls his hands.
Turner misses with a short punch on the inside.
Turner tries to throw a body punch but Scorpion avoids it by throwing Turner back against the ropes.
Scorpion blocks an uppercut.
Scorpion lands a hook to the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action!#R3#
Scorpion throws a nice outside leg kick. #CL2#
Scorpion has closed the distance and engaged Turner in a clinch.
Turner misses with a short punch on the inside.
Turner blocks a body shot from Scorpion.
Turner misses with a hook from the clinch.
Scorpion lands a right hand that snaps the head of Turner backwards.
Scorpion lands a hook to the side of the head.
Scorpion scores with a shot to the side of Turner's head.
Turner with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Turner's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Scorpion blocks an uppercut.
Scorpion cracks Turner with a big uppercut, right up the middle and Turner goes down! Oh, he's hurt! He's bigtime hurt! The referee is giving him a chance to get back to his feet - 4,5,6,7, no, he's called it off! Turner wasn't going to make it and the fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:30 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Silva Scorpion!
Silva Scorpion is the new featherweight champion!
A relieved looking Silva Scorpion thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
Elgin Turner was interviewed post fight and said 'Wu Tang fuh eva!'.

 

Event: AKF 44 | Beukeboom vs. Cobb 2     
Date:   Mar 19, 2022
#R1#
Scorpion misses with a straight left.
Scorpion ducks under a wild hook from Blackmane 🐺 .
Scorpion misses with a hook.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Blackmane 🐺 ! But no joy.
Scorpion misses with a low kick as Blackmane 🐺 jumps back.
Scorpion lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Scorpion defending well as Blackmane 🐺 loads up on a big left hand.
Scorpion lands with a nice body punch.
Scorpion throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Blackmane 🐺 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.
Scorpion lands a high kick!
Blackmane 🐺 throws a leg kick but Scorpion sees it coming and checks it nicely.
An inside leg kick from Scorpion misses.
Blackmane 🐺 looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Silva Scorpion seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Scorpion clinches up with Blackmane 🐺 and pushes him back against the ropes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Still in the clinch, Scorpion scores with a nice short uppercut.
Scorpion struggles to land a body shot inside as Blackmane 🐺 controls his hands.
Scorpion blocking some punches.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a hook from the clinch.
Scorpion blocking some punches.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with some punches. #T1#
Blackmane 🐺 blocks a body shot from Scorpion.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a punch on the inside.
Scorpion works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Scorpion lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a punch on the inside.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but Blackmane 🐺 avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes.
Scorpion can't find room to land a body shot as Blackmane 🐺 controls the action.
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
Blackmane 🐺 blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Blackmane 🐺 's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Blackmane 🐺 misses with some punches.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a head punch that misses.
Scorpion throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Nice body punch from Scorpion.
A body shot lands from Scorpion.
Blackmane 🐺 's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Scorpion blocks an uppercut.
Scorpion lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Blackmane 🐺 backwards.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Scorpion creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Scorpion working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Scorpion misses with a hook to the ribs.
A hook to the body from Scorpion. #T2#
Blackmane 🐺 tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Scorpion misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion pushes Blackmane 🐺 back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Scorpion cracks Blackmane 🐺 with a nice body shot.
Scorpion lands with a short shot to the head.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but Blackmane 🐺 avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes.
Blackmane 🐺 swings wildly with an uppercut but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scorpion can't find room to land a body shot as Blackmane 🐺 controls the action.
Scorpion throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Blackmane 🐺 s head.
A shot in the inside from Scorpion.
Scorpion working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A left hand lands to the body for Blackmane 🐺 .
Scorpion stalling the fight.
Blackmane 🐺 with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Scorpion lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Blackmane 🐺 backwards.
Scorpion lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
I was talking to Scorpion's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Scorpion throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Scorpion blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2##CL#
Scorpion forces Blackmane 🐺 back against the ropes and clinches.
Scorpion lands with a right to the head.
Scorpion stalling in the clinch.
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
Blackmane 🐺 can't find room to land a body shot as Scorpion controls the action.
Scorpion scores with a hook to the body.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a hook to the ribs.
Silva Scorpion has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Blackmane 🐺 tries to work over Scorpion's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but Blackmane 🐺 avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes.
Blackmane 🐺 goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Scorpion scores with a nice hook to the head.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Scorpion.
Scorpion content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Blackmane 🐺 tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scorpion pushes Blackmane 🐺 back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Scorpion cracks Blackmane 🐺 with a nice body shot.
Scorpion makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with the head strike.
Scorpion pushes Blackmane 🐺 back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Blackmane 🐺 is breathing heavily.
Scorpion avoiding damage.
Scorpion works on Blackmane 🐺 's body with a couple of short punches.#T1#
Blackmane 🐺 being controlled against the ropes.
Scorpion lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Blackmane 🐺 or not.
Scorpion lands an uppercut.
Blackmane 🐺 prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion leaning his opponent against the ropes.
Scorpion throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Blackmane 🐺 can't find room to land a body shot as Scorpion controls the action.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Scorpion is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Blackmane 🐺 can do to turn this around?
A head punch blocked on the inside by Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a left hand that snaps the head of Blackmane 🐺 backwards.
A short uppercut from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands with a light punch inside.
A left hand lands to the body for Blackmane 🐺 .
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a hook from the clinch.
Scorpion lands with a right to the head.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a knee to the head but misses. #T2#
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a punch to the body.
Blackmane 🐺 has a couple of punches blocked by Scorpion.
Still in the clinch, Scorpion scores with a nice short uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A short right from Scorpion.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a body punch.
Scorpion digs a right hand underneath Blackmane 🐺 's ribcage. Blackmane 🐺 let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Scorpion is leaning against Blackmane 🐺 and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A nice right hand lands inside from Scorpion.
Good body shot from Scorpion.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a hook from the clinch.
Blackmane 🐺 unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Nice body punch from Scorpion - that landed with a thud.
Blackmane 🐺 takes a shot to the head.
Scorpion lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Blackmane 🐺 tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Scorpion.
Scorpion holding his opponent close, against the ropes.
Scorpion lands on the inside with an uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
A nice leg kick from Scorpion, right into the meat of the thigh.
Ragnar Blackmane 🐺 has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Blackmane 🐺 takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Scorpion pivots, looking for a leg kick but Blackmane 🐺 is out of range and Scorpion settles back down.
Blackmane 🐺 ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Scorpion just misses with a punch to the body.
Blackmane 🐺 keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Blackmane 🐺 ! But no joy.
Scorpion misses the shot to the body.
Blackmane 🐺 on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Blackmane 🐺 uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Scorpion.
Scorpion scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Scorpion ducks under a wild hook from Blackmane 🐺 .
Scorpion throwing a counter right hand but Blackmane 🐺 manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Blackmane 🐺 doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Scorpion jabs Blackmane 🐺 right on the nose. Blackmane 🐺 blinks but takes it well.#CL#
Blackmane 🐺 gets tackled into the ropes by Scorpion. Scorpion maintains the clinch.
Scorpion lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Blackmane 🐺 .
Blackmane 🐺 throws a head punch that misses. #T1#
A hook to the body from Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
Scorpion working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Scorpion avoiding damage as Blackmane 🐺 throws knees to the body.
Scorpion lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Scorpion is working Blackmane 🐺 over against the ropes.
Scorpion lands with a short shot to the head.
Scorpion pushes Blackmane 🐺 back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Blackmane 🐺 takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Scorpion lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Blackmane 🐺 or not.
Scorpion is leaning against Blackmane 🐺 and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Silva Scorpion is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Scorpion working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Scorpion lands a body shot in the clinch.
Scorpion digs a right hand into Blackmane 🐺 's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Blackmane 🐺 's gas tank.
Scorpion makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Blackmane 🐺 lands with a right to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scorpion blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Scorpion pushes Blackmane 🐺 back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.#T2#
Scorpion gets through Blackmane 🐺 's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a knee to the head.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a hook from the clinch.
Scorpion prevents a body shot from Blackmane 🐺 .
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Blackmane 🐺 .
Scorpion lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Blackmane 🐺 or not.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with the head strike.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a head punch that misses.
Blackmane 🐺 with an attempt at a knee that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Scorpion.
Scorpion blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Blackmane 🐺 tries to land a knee to the head but Scorpion blocks with his arms.
Blackmane 🐺 working aggressively here.
Blackmane 🐺 landing knees to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
Silva Scorpion showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Scorpion 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 Colin Fray scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Gruel scores the fight 30:27
Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Silva Scorpion!

Silva Scorpion thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: P211     
Date:   Feb 11, 2022
#R1#
Scorpion lands with a hook. Kovingten tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Scorpion takes a swing at Kovingten's ribcage but misses.
Kovingten paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
A jab lands there for Scorpion.
A chopping leg kick lands by Scorpion.
Kovingten misses the jab.
A low kick from Scorpion misses
and Kovingten counters with a nice leg kick.
Scorpion avoids a kick to the body.
Scorpion goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Kovingten buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kovingten scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Scorpion doesn't seem bothered though.
Kovingten throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Scorpion counters with a thumping low kick.
Kovingten uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Scorpion.
Kovingten throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Scorpion scores with a leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kovingten checks a leg kick nicely.
Scorpion checks a low kick from Kovingten.
Kovingten avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kovingten throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scorpion looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Scorpion misses with a looping left.
Kovingten throws a hook but Scorpion blocks it.
Scorpion throwing a counter right hand but Kovingten manages to avoid it.
Scorpion throws a half hearted mid kick.
A good leg kick by Scorpion.
Kovingten throws an overhand right that lands on Scorpion's shoulder, as Scorpion tries to avoid the shot. #T1#
Scorpion thuds his right hand into Kovingten's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Scorpion lands a nice looking body shot.
Scorpion checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Kovingten slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Scorpion drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Scorpion misses with a kick to the body. #CL#
Scorpion rushes Kovingten and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
I was talking to Scorpion's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Scorpion misses with some punches. #BC2#
Kovingten manages to break the clinch. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC2#
Kovingten breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Scorpion checks the leg kick nicely there.
Scorpion was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Scorpion throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Scorpion looks to land a body kick but Kovingten moved away.
Kovingten looks to land a body kick but Scorpion moved away.
Nice uppercut there from Scorpion.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kovingten throws a leg kick but Scorpion sees it coming and moves out of range.
Kovingten throws a solid leg kick but Scorpion takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Kovingten.
Kovingten thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Scorpion if he has to take too many more of those.
Scorpion keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Kovingten lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#T2#
Kovingten takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Scorpion moves out of range of the body kick from Kovingten.
Scorpion wants to slow Kovingten down by chopping away at his legs.
Kovingten looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Scorpion misses with a leg kick.
Scorpion uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kovingten.
Kovingten ducks under a wild hook from Scorpion.
Kovingten takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Scorpion throws the left hand but Kovingten avoids the punch easily.
Kovingten misses with a two punch combination.
Scorpion with a nice calf kick.
Kovingten takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Scorpion misses with a low kick.
Scorpion moves out of range of the strikes.
Kovingten misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Scorpion.
Scorpion swings for the body but Kovingten moves out of range.
A combination from Kovingten does no damage.
Scorpion swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Scorpion looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Scorpion slips a straight right by Kovingten.
A big left from Kovingten misses.
Scorpion takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Scorpion ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Scorpion fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#T3##CL#
Scorpion pushes Kovingten up against the ropes in a clinch.
Scorpion tries a body shot but Kovingten blocks it.
Scorpion has Kovingten pressed against the ropes, preventing Kovingten from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Kovingten lands with a light punch inside. #BC2#
Kovingten breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Scorpion drops his hands momentarily and Kovingten takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Scorpion lands with a thumping leg kick.
Scorpion fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kovingten manages to avoid it.
Kovingten swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Scorpion appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Kovingten clobbers Scorpion with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Kovingten avoids a kick to the body.
Scorpion throws a head kick that misses.
Kovingten throws a hook but Scorpion blocks it.
Kovingten avoids the body shot from Scorpion.
Kovingten lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Kovingten avoids a punch combination nicely.
Kovingten connects with an inside leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kovingten fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Scorpion avoids a kick to the body.
Scorpion looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#T4#
Scorpion tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Kovingten goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Kovingten lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Scorpion has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Scorpion and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Kovingten throws a one two combo.
Scorpion tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kovingten was well out of range. Poor timing from Scorpion.
Kovingten is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Scorpion had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Scorpion takes a swing at Kovingten's ribcage but misses.
Kovingten throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Scorpion sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kovingten throws a hook but Scorpion avoids it easily.
A big right from Kovingten misses.
Kovingten looks to score with a jab to the body but Scorpion is just out of range.
Kovingten takes one to the chin there.
Kovingten misses with an uppercut.
Scorpion slips under a jab.
Kovingten works over Scorpion's head and body with a nice combination.
Scorpion throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Kovingten stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Kovingten goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Scorpion steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kovingten.
Kovingten takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Kovingten lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
A bone on bone clash there as Scorpion blocks the leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Kyle Kovingten will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Scorpion with a nice cross.
Scorpion misses with a body shot.
Kovingten was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Kovingten is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Kyle Kovingten seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kovingten throws a big shot that misses.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Scorpion.
Scorpion tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Scorpion misses with a wild body shot.
Kovingten let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Kovingten checks a leg kick.
Scorpion misses with a straight right.
No joy there for Scorpion, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Scorpion throws a body punch but Kovingten moves out of range.
Kovingten dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A chopping leg kick lands by Kovingten.
Kovingten goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Kovingten throws a low kick but it's checked well by Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with a leg kick.
Scorpion blocks a jab.
Kovingten keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Scorpion scores with a leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kovingten throws a leg kick but Scorpion checks it.
Scorpion works the jab nicely.
Kovingten loads up on a big right hand but Scorpion slips the punch.#T1#
Scorpion throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kovingten lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Kovingten takes a jab right on the kisser.
Kovingten works the jab nicely.
A leg kick checked by Scorpion.
Scorpion connects with a single shot there.
Scorpion lands with a nice body punch.
Scorpion digs a good hook to Kovingten's body.
Kovingten misses with a looping left.
Kovingten lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Kovingten.
Scorpion scores with a punch to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kovingten misses with a low kick.
Kovingten fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Scorpion manages to avoid it.
Kovingten throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scorpion fakes the leg kick and cracks Kovingten in the body.
Scorpion jabs at Kovingten's body.
Scorpion swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Scorpion lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Scorpion digs a good hook to Kovingten's body.
Scorpion stuns Kovingten with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Scorpion throws a right and a left that both miss.#T2#
Kovingten tries to move into range but Scorpion moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Scorpion goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Kovingten jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kovingten lands with a good body shot.
Kovingten tries a low kick but Scorpion avoids it.
Scorpion swings for the body but Kovingten moves out of range.
Kovingten misses with a low kick.
Scorpion with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Scorpion throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scorpion throws a quick inside leg kick.
Kovingten lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Scorpion at a distance.
Kovingten bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Kovingten throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Scorpion looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Kovingten throws a nice looking combination but Scorpion bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Scorpion takes a swing at Kovingten's ribcage but misses.
Kovingten's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Kovingten moves into range and connects with a jab.
Scorpion dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Kovingten. That did some damage!
Scorpion dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Kovingten. That did some damage!
Kovingten throws a leg kick but Scorpion checks it.
Kovingten swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Scorpion is looking to wear down Kovingten with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.#T3#
Scorpion avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Scorpion tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kovingten was well out of range. Poor timing from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a body shot.
Kovingten avoids a kick to the body.
Scorpion lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Scorpion fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Scorpion throws a solid leg kick but Kovingten takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Scorpion.
As Scorpion backs off Kovingten throws a huge counter combo but Scorpion manages to avoid it all.
Scorpion closes the distance looking to clinch
and Scorpion takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kovingten misses with a straight right.
Kovingten attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Kovingten lands with a cross.
Scorpion throws a body punch but Kovingten moves out of range.
Kovingten with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
A slapping leg kick lands for Scorpion.
Kovingten tries a head kick but it misses.
Kovingten bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Scorpion swings for the body but Kovingten moves out of range.
Scorpion scores with a leg kick.
Scorpion pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.#T4#
Kovingten avoids the body shot from Scorpion.
Kovingten takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Scorpion bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Scorpion takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Scorpion jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kovingten throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kovingten checks a leg kick.
Kovingten swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Scorpion steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kovingten.
Kovingten takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Scorpion works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Scorpion throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Kovingten uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a looping overhand right but Kovingten ducks down to avoid it.
Kovingten lands a jab to the head.
Kovingten throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Kovingten paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Kovingten doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Kovingten throws the kick towards the body but Scorpion avoids it.
Scorpion misses the shot to the body.
Scorpion swings and misses with a hook to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.#R3#
A solid leg kick lands there for Kovingten.
Scorpion keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Scorpion appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Donk. Kovingten catches Scorpion right on the button with a cross.
Kovingten moves out of range of the leg kick from Scorpion.
A nice leg kick from Kovingten, right into the meat of the thigh.
Scorpion throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Nice straight punches there by Kovingten. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Kovingten.
Kovingten fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Scorpion.
Kovingten getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Kovingten moves into range and connects with a jab.
Kovingten looks to land a right hand but Scorpion moved out of range.
Kovingten clobbers Scorpion with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Scorpion moves out of range of the body kick.
Scorpion fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kovingten manages to avoid it.
Scorpion lands with an overhand left.
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!
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Scorpion crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Kovingten - the referee stops the clock and Scorpion gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Kovingten. Scorpion manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Scorpion fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
A jab from Kovingten does it's job there.
Kovingten connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Scorpion looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Scorpion takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Kovingten tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.#T1#
Scorpion misses with a wild body shot.
Kovingten loads up on a big right hand but Scorpion slips the punch.
A jab from Scorpion misses.
A swing and a miss from Kovingten.
Scorpion scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Scorpion connects with a body shot.
Kovingten connects with an inside leg kick.
A low kick lands for Scorpion.
Kovingten takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Kovingten throws a shot from downtown. Scorpion moves away and avoids it.
Scorpion fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Kovingten checks it well.
Kovingten throws a body punch but Scorpion moves out of range.
Scorpion throwing a counter right hand but Kovingten manages to avoid it.
Kovingten throws a lazy right hand but Scorpion sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Scorpion keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Scorpion throws a series of punches but Kovingten avoids them all with ease.
A leg kick checked by Kovingten.
Scorpion lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Scorpion moves in looking to clinch but Kovingten pushes him off.
Scorpion lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Scorpion goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
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!
Scorpion uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kovingten.#T2#
Kovingten misses with a hook.
Kovingten scores with a crisp jab that stopped Scorpion in his tracks.
Kovingten throws a jab when Scorpion was well out of range.
Kovingten fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Kovingten connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Scorpion's hands.
Scorpion throws a body punch but Kovingten moves out of range.
Scorpion punishes Kovingten's body with a nice straight punch.
Scorpion scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Kovingten lands a body shot.
A slapping body kick lands there for Kovingten.
Scorpion connects with a leg kick.
Kovingten misses with a wild body shot.
Scorpion takes a swing at Kovingten's ribcage but misses.
It seemed like Kovingten was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Nice shot lands for Kovingten.
Kovingten misses with an uppercut. Scorpion saw that one coming.
A little feinted left hand from Scorpion on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Scorpion cracks Kovingten with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Scorpion wants to slow Kovingten down by chopping away at his legs.
Scorpion misses with a body shot.
Scorpion moves out of range of the body kick from Kovingten. #T3#
Kovingten misses with a kick to the body.
A swing and a miss from Kovingten.
Scorpion slips under a jab from Kovingten.
Kovingten checks a low kick from Scorpion.
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kovingten moves away.
Scorpion fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Kovingten is out of range.
Kovingten takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Scorpion just misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromKovingten.
Scorpion digs a good body shot into Kovingten's ribs.
Scorpion turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Scorpion wants to clinch up but Kovingten keeps it at a distance.
Kovingten just misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kovingten. Kovingten obviously looking to wear him down.
Kovingten throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kovingten.
Kovingten with the inside leg kick.
Kovingten swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kovingten tests Scorpion's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Scorpion lands a leg kick that knocks Kovingten off balance momentarily.#T4#
Kovingten chopping away at his opponent's legs.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Scorpion throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Scorpion throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Kovingten stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Scorpion avoids the head kick by Kovingten.
Kovingten takes a swing at Scorpion's ribcage but misses.
Scorpion half committed to a counter leg kick.
Nice defenses there by Scorpion.
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kovingten moves away.
Scorpion misses with a series of wild punches.
Scorpion moves out of range of the leg kick from Kovingten.
Kovingten throws a low kick, looking for Scorpion's leg but Scorpion calmly moves out of range.
Kovingten connects with a single shot there.
Kovingten misses with an uppercut. Scorpion saw that one coming.
A big left from Kovingten misses.
Kovingten ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scorpion moves away.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion lands with a shot to the body.
Kovingten throws a leg kick but Scorpion sees it coming and moves out of range.
A low kick lands for Scorpion.
Kovingten throws a wild body kick that Scorpion sees coming a mile off.
Scorpion tries a head kick but it misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kyle Kovingten really dominated that round.
That's time! Scorpion's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R4#
Scorpion listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Scorpion bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Kovingten's head backwards.
Scorpion cracks Kovingten with an open hand slap.
Kovingten ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scorpion moves away.
Kovingten throws a body punch but Scorpion moves out of range.
Kovingten swinging wildly here.
Scorpion avoids a kick to the body.
Scorpion is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Kovingten throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Scorpion was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kovingten checks a leg kick nicely.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Kovingten.
Scorpion will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Scorpion finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice shot lands for Scorpion.
Kovingten throws a leg kick but Scorpion moved away.
Scorpion looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Scorpion throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scorpion cracks Kovingten with a good jab.
Scorpion lands with a thumping leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scorpion throws a quick inside leg kick. #T1#
Scorpion checks the leg kick.
Scorpion tries to clinch but Kovingten moves out of range.
Kovingten avoids the head kick by Scorpion.
Kovingten explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Scorpion throws a body punch but Kovingten moves out of range.
Kovingten looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Kovingten ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scorpion moves away.
Scorpion takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Kovingten throws a leg kick but Scorpion checks it.
Scorpion connects with a leg kick.
Kovingten will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Crunch! Scorpion slams his shin into Kovingten's torso.
Scorpion misses with a body shot.
Scorpion takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Kovingten misses with a straight left.
Kovingten ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scorpion moves away.
Kovingten scores with a shot to the body.
A shot to the body from Scorpion misses
and Kovingten counters with a stiff right hand. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kovingten gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Kovingten throws a hook but Scorpion blocks it.
Scorpion tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Kovingten manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A solid body kick from Kovingten.
Kovingten moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Scorpion throws a hook to the side of Kovingten's head but Kovingten sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kovingten takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Scorpion moves out of range as Kovingten strikes.
Scorpion with a nice cross.
Scorpion connects with a single shot there.
A solid leg kick lands there for Scorpion.
Kovingten fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Kovingten fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Scorpion manages to avoid it.
Kovingten throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Kovingten connects with a jab.
Scorpion throws a nice inside leg kick.
Kovingten looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Kovingten throws a hook but Scorpion avoids it easily.
Scorpion checks the leg kick.
Scorpion looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.#T3#
Kovingten misses with an uppercut
and Scorpion counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Kovingten avoids the body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion avoids a kick to the body.
Kovingten swats away the attempt to clinch by Scorpion.
Kovingten is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Scorpion with a body shot.
Kovingten lands with a good body shot.
Kovingten throws a leg kick but Scorpion sees it coming and checks it nicely.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kovingten. Scorpion does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kovingten bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Kovingten lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Scorpion has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Scorpion and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Scorpion tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Kovingten manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A jab lands there for Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with a low kick as Kovingten jumps back.
Kovingten finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Scorpion's corner calls for a 1-2. Scorpion obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Scorpion pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Scorpion swings for the body but Kovingten moves out of range.
Kovingten moves out of range of the leg kick from Scorpion.
Scorpion moves out of range as Kovingten strikes.#T4#
Scorpion wants to land a leg kick but Kovingten is out of range.
Kovingten doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Scorpion takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Kovingten paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL#
Scorpion clinches up with Kovingten and pushes him back against the ropes.
Scorpion misses with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Scorpion managing to block the knees to the body from Kovingten.
Scorpion lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Scorpion tries a body shot but Kovingten blocks it.
Kovingten lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Scorpion keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Kovingten's efforts to push away.#BC#
Scorpion's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Scorpion scores with a nice right hand.
Scorpion connects with a single shot there.
Scorpion goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kovingten takes a swing at Scorpion's ribcage but misses.
Kovingten swats away the attempt to clinch by Scorpion.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Silva Scorpion 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!#R5#
Scorpion takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Kovingten ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scorpion moves away.#CL#
Scorpion has Kovingten up against the ropes in a clinch.
Nice body punch from Scorpion.
Scorpion dodges an elbow strike from Kovingten.
Kovingten wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Scorpion lands a shoulder strike.
Scorpion lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Scorpion is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Kovingten is keeping busy.
Scorpion can't find room to land a body shot as Kovingten controls the action.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A body shot lands from Scorpion.
A nice left hand lands by Scorpion.
Kovingten blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short left from Scorpion.
Scorpion is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes. #BC2#
Kovingten breaks the clinch. #T1#
Kovingten throws a push kick but Scorpion slaps the foot to one side.
Kovingten feints a jab promting Scorpion to slip. Kovingten then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Scorpion slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Scorpion misses the jab.
Kovingten misses with a hook.
Scorpion takes a swing at Kovingten's ribcage but misses.
A nice leg kick from Scorpion, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kovingten thows a left - swing and a miss!
Scorpion tries to clinch there but Kovingten circles away.
Scorpion throws a body punch but Kovingten moves out of range. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Scorpion.
Kovingten is trying to break the clinch but Scorpion has him pressed against the ropes.
Scorpion throws a punch but it's blocked by Kovingten.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kovingten is trying to break the clinch but Scorpion is controlling him.
Kovingten blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Scorpion misses with a body punch. #T2#
Scorpion lands a shoulder strike.
Silva Scorpion has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Kovingten has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#BC2#
Kovingten breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kovingten throws a low kick but it's checked well by Scorpion.
Kovingten keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Kovingten circles away from the clinch attempt.
Scorpion scores with a nice head shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kovingten lets loose with a powerful body kick. Scorpion will feel that in the morning.
Scorpion displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kovingten throws out the jab.
Scorpion swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Scorpion backing away here, and Kovingten unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Scorpion lands a nice looking body shot.
Scorpion tries to land a front kick but Kovingten steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Kovingten wants to slow Scorpion down by chopping away at his legs.
Kovingten bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Scorpion blocks the body kick.
Scorpion with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Scorpion with a nice calf kick.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Scorpion here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Kovingten blocks the body kick.
Scorpion throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.#T3#
Kovingten fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Scorpion is out of range.
A combination from Kovingten does no damage.
Kovingten explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Kovingten avoids a punch combination nicely.
Kovingten throws a hook but Scorpion blocks it.
Scorpion scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Scorpion is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Scorpion slips under a jab from Kovingten.
A swing and a miss from Kovingten.
Scorpion was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Kovingten scores with a leg kick.
Scorpion scores with a decent looking hook.
Scorpion moves away from the strike by Kovingten.
Scorpion takes a swing at Kovingten's ribcage but misses.
Scorpion lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Kovingten at a distance.
Scorpion tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kovingten swats him away and circles back towards the center.
A nice leg kick from Scorpion, right into the meat of the thigh.
Scorpion lands a glancing blow to the side of Kovingten's head.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A head kick misses from Kovingten.
Kovingten wants to land a leg kick but Scorpion is out of range.
Crunch! Scorpion slams his shin into Kovingten's torso.
Scorpion checks a low kick from Kovingten.
Scorpion lands a body shot.
Scorpion misses with a body shot.
Kovingten throws out a counter right but Scorpion avoids it with no problem.
Scorpion takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Scorpion tries to close the distance and clinch but Kovingten swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Scorpion tries to land a front kick but Kovingten steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Scorpion misses with a wild body shot.
Kovingten ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scorpion moves away.
Kovingten takes a body punch but keeps moving.
A jab lands there for Kovingten.
A lazy left from Scorpion finds it's target.
Scorpion fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kovingten manages to avoid it.
Kovingten avoids the body shot from Scorpion.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kovingten. Scorpion does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kovingten swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Scorpion throws out a loose jab but Kovingten uses good head movement to avoid it.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 48:47
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 48:47
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 48:47

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Silva Scorpion!

Silva Scorpion is the new lightweight champion!
Silva Scorpion seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: Proud FC 22     
Date:   Jan 28, 2022
#R1#
Scorpion keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Scorpion avoids a kick to the body.
Scorpion tries to clinch up.
Scorpion misses with an uppercut.
Kovingten keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kovingten fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Scorpion manages to avoid it.
Scorpion moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Nice defenses there by Scorpion.
Scorpion throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kovingten sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Scorpion jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Kovingten misses with a straight right.
Scorpion lands a nice looking body shot.
Scorpion throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Scorpion looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kovingten takes a jab right on the kisser.
Kovingten connects with a single shot there.
Kovingten stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Kovingten pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Scorpion misses the shot to the body.
Kovingten lands a nice leg kick that just misses Scorpion's sensitive parts.
Kovingten misses with a left hand
and Scorpion counters with a straight right hand.
A shot to the liver by Kovingten. Beautiful body shot.#CL#
Scorpion closes the distance and clinches.
Kovingten's coach down at McGrady FT was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Kovingten's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Scorpion tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T1#
Scorpion keeps control of Kovingten as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Kovingten is trying to break the clinch but Scorpion has him pressed against the ropes. #BC2#
Kovingten's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Scorpion throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A big left from Scorpion misses.
Scorpion avoids the body shot from Kovingten.
Scorpion doesn't manage to clinch there - Kovingten circles away.
Scorpion tries to clinch but Kovingten moves out of range.
Kovingten looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kovingten thuds a left hand into Scorpion's body.#CL#
Scorpion has managed to clinch.
Kovingten lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Scorpion is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Kovingten is keeping busy.
Kovingten tries to break free but Scorpion pushes him back against the ropes.
Scorpion digs a right hand into Kovingten's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Kovingten's gas tank.
Kovingten blocks a body shot from Scorpion.
Kovingten tries to circle away but Scorpion has him pinned against the ropes.
Scorpion presses Kovingten against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Kovingten.#BC2#
Kovingten breaks from the clinch.
Kovingten takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there. #T2#
Kovingten moves out of range of the body kick.
Scorpion keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Scorpion lands with a nice body punch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kovingten feints and then cracks Scorpion's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Scorpion down.
Kovingten stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Scorpion.
Scorpion is looking to chop away at Kovingten's legs.
Kovingten pushes Scorpion away with a front kick.
Kyle Kovingten seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Scorpion lands with a straight right. Kovingten didn't see that one coming.
Kovingten pivots, looking for a leg kick but Scorpion is out of range and Kovingten settles back down.
Scorpion fires out a quick counter leg kick but Kovingten just manages to avoid it.
Kovingten takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Scorpion doesn't manage to clinch there - Kovingten circles away.
A big left from Kovingten misses.
Kovingten throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Kovingten walks into a left hand.
Kovingten throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Kovingten throws a big shot that misses.
Scorpion tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Kovingten paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Scorpion takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Scorpion throws a leg kick but Kovingten checks it.
A countering left hand to the body from Kovingten misses.
Kovingten misses with a body kick.
Scorpion throws a body punch but Kovingten moves out of range. #T3#
Scorpion lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kovingten's sensitive parts.
Kovingten throws a shot from downtown. Scorpion moves away and avoids it.
Scorpion appears to be looking for a big counter.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Kovingten jabs at Scorpion's body.
Scorpion lands a right hook to the body.
Scorpion with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Kovingten to score with a decent uppercut.
Kovingten is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Scorpion throws out a loose jab but Kovingten uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scorpion lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kovingten circles away quickly and effectively.
The fighters circling - Scorpion throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Scorpion backing away here, and Kovingten unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Kovingten fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Scorpion manages to avoid it.
Kovingten throws a half hearted mid kick.
Scorpion fails with an attempt to clinch.
Scorpion just misses with a punch to the body.
Kovingten tried to score with a low kick but Scorpion checks it.
Scorpion is looking to counter punch.
Scorpion throws a looping overhand right but Kovingten ducks down to avoid it.
Scorpion tries to close the distance and clinch but Kovingten swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Jab from Kovingten.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Scorpion throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kovingten checks a leg kick.
Scorpion with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Scorpion fails with an attempt to clinch. #T4#
Scorpion lunges at Kovingten with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Kovingten's hand.
Kovingten thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Scorpion if he has to take too many more of those.
Scorpion throws a leg kick but Kovingten sees it coming and moves out of range.
Kovingten swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Scorpion walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Scorpion lands with a nice combination. Kovingten backs away looking to recover.
Scorpion takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Kovingten uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Scorpion.
Scorpion looks to land a right hand but Kovingten moved out of range.
Scorpion throws a body shot but no joy.
Kovingten wants to land a leg kick but Scorpion is out of range.
Kovingten lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Scorpion throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #CL#
Scorpion rushes Kovingten and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
Scorpion goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Scorpion goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#BC2#
Kovingten breaks the clinch.
A slapping leg kick lands for Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a leg kick that knocks Kovingten off balance momentarily.
Scorpion tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Scorpion throws a body shot but no joy.
Scorpion throws a low kick, looking for Kovingten's leg but Kovingten calmly moves out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Silva Scorpion will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Scorpion scores with a jab to the body.#CL#
Scorpion fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Kovingten, pushing him back against the ropes.
Kovingten is trying to break the clinch but Scorpion has him pressed against the ropes.
Kovingten gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head. #CUT2#It looks like Silva Scorpion has been cut.#BC2#
Kovingten pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A good leg kick by Scorpion.
Scorpion tried to score with a low kick but Kovingten checks it.
Kyle Kovingten seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kovingten.
Kovingten misses with a jab to the body
and Kovingten takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
That kick from Kovingten tenderised Scorpion's leg. Scorpion is trying to keep his angry face on.
A bone on bone clash there as Scorpion blocks the leg kick.
Left hook, right uppercut from Kovingten.
Scorpion keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A swing and a miss from Kovingten.
Kovingten checks the leg kick.
Kovingten only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Kovingten ducks under a wild hook from Scorpion.
Kovingten keeps Scorpion at a distance using the push kick.
Scorpion moves in looking to clinch but Kovingten pushes him off.
Scorpion checks a leg kick.
Kovingten works the jab nicely.
Kovingten throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.#T1#
Scorpion misses with a body shot.
A slow jab from Kovingten misses its intended target.
Kovingten tries a low kick but Scorpion avoids it.
Kovingten takes a swing at Scorpion's ribcage but misses.
Scorpion moves in looking to clinch but Kovingten pushes him off.
Scorpion tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Scorpion scores with a jab to the jaw.
Scorpion throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kovingten throws a chopping leg kick but Scorpion manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Kovingten lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Scorpion scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Scorpion lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kovingten, as that shot connected.
Scorpion misses with a body shot.
Kovingten moves away from the strike by Scorpion.
Scorpion moves into range and connects with a jab.
A nice leg kick from Scorpion, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kovingten's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Kovingten avoids the body shot from Scorpion.
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!
Scorpion tries to clinch but Kovingten moves out of range.
Scorpion cracks Kovingten with a good jab.
Scorpion throws a low kick but Kovingten avoids it.#T2#
Scorpion tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kovingten throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Kovingten throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Kovingten throws a lazy right hand but Scorpion sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kovingten throws a head kick but Scorpion moves out of range.
Scorpion looks to clinch
enabling Kovingten to counter with a crisp jab. #CL#
Scorpion has managed to clinch. #BC2#
Kovingten's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Scorpion tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kovingten was well out of range. Poor timing from Scorpion.
Scorpion tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Kovingten paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Scorpion keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kovingten throws a hook but Scorpion blocks it.
Kovingten ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kovingten throws a head kick that misses.
Kovingten throws a body shot but no joy.
Scorpion swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Kovingten keeps the fight on the outside.
Scorpion scores with a jab. Kovingten acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Kovingten throws a leg kick but Scorpion moved away.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Kovingten lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Scorpion has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Scorpion and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Scorpion misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kovingten. #T3#
Scorpion tries to clinch up but Kovingten circles away and keeps his distance.
Scorpion shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Scorpion takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Kovingten throws a hook but Scorpion blocks it.
Kovingten keeps the fight on the outside.
Scorpion fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kovingten manages to avoid it.
Kovingten was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.#CL#
Scorpion drives through and clinches with Kovingten against the ropes.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kovingten blocks a body shot from Scorpion. #BC2#
Kovingten breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kovingten connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Scorpion's hands.
Kovingten loads up on a big right hand but Scorpion slips the punch.
Kovingten moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Scorpion tries to clinch but Kovingten is having none of it.
Kovingten throws a leg kick but Scorpion moved away.
Scorpion turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Scorpion misses the jab.
Kovingten lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Kovingten throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Scorpion lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Scorpion blocks the body kick.
Scorpion lands a nice shot to the body.
Scorpion takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Kovingten looks to throw a body kick
and Scorpion counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Scorpion will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Scorpion lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Kovingten misses with a body shot
enabling Scorpion to counter with a crisp jab.
A slow jab from Scorpion misses its intended target.
Scorpion avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Kovingten throws a hook but Scorpion blocks it.
Nice defenses there by Kovingten.
Scorpion is looking to clinch.
Scorpion attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Kovingten fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Scorpion has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Scorpion throws a leg kick but Kovingten sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Kovingten is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Scorpion with a body shot.
Kovingten thuds his shin into the meat of Scorpion's side.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kovingten scores with a leg kick.
Scorpion tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Kovingten manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Scorpion taking a breather.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Kyle Kovingten will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Silva Scorpion's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R3#
Kovingten ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scorpion moves away.
A little feinted left hand from Scorpion on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kovingten slips under a jab from Scorpion.
Scorpion defending well as Kovingten loads up on a big left hand.
A slapping leg kick lands for Scorpion.
Kovingten scores with a nice body kick.
Kovingten throws a lazy right hand but Scorpion sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Scorpion uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kovingten.
Kovingten connects with the punch.
Kovingten tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #CL#
Scorpion gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC2#
Kovingten breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kovingten takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Scorpion tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Kovingten paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Scorpion ducks under a wild hook from Kovingten.
A decent looking cross lands there for Kovingten.
Scorpion shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Both fighters circling a little - Scorpion finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A swing and a miss from Kovingten.
Scorpion misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kovingten.
Scorpion waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kovingten.
Kovingten swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Scorpion uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kovingten. #T1#
Scorpion keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kovingten.
Scorpion throws a big shot that misses.
Kovingten with a jab.
Scorpion connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Scorpion wants to clinch up but Kovingten keeps it at a distance.
Kovingten moves out of range of the leg kick from Scorpion.
Kovingten looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Kovingten takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Scorpion lands a head shot.
Scorpion bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Kovingten's head backwards.
Scorpion tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Kovingten manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A low kick from Scorpion is predictable there
and Kovingten counters with a good, hard body kick but Scorpion shrugs it off.
Scorpion thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kovingten throws a body shot but no joy.
A solid leg kick lands there for Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a shot from downtown. Kovingten moves away and avoids it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A head kick misses from Scorpion.
Kovingten with a jab.
Kovingten throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Scorpion sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T2#
Scorpion tries to move into range but Kovingten moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Scorpion keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kovingten is looking to land body kicks.
Kovingten getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Kovingten feints and then cracks Scorpion's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Scorpion down.
Scorpion throws a quick inside leg kick.
Kovingten throws a lazy right hand but Scorpion sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Scorpion tries to close the distance and clinch but Kovingten swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Kovingten dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Scorpion. That did some damage!
Kovingten throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Kovingten listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Kovingten misses with a looping left.
Scorpion tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kovingten swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Kovingten doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Scorpion has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Kovingten.
Scorpion walks forward, straight into a front kick from Kovingten.
Scorpion looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Kovingten connects with a leg kick.
Kovingten misses the shot to the body.
Scorpion quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Scorpion moves to clinch but Kovingten breaks away
and Kovingten counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CL#
Scorpion moves into range and clinches up with Kovingten.#T3##BC2#
Kovingten breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kovingten throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#CL#
Scorpion clinches up with Kovingten and pushes him back against the ropes.
Scorpion lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kovingten backwards.
Scorpion makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Scorpion keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Kovingten's efforts to push away.
Scorpion lands a left hand.
Kovingten blocks an uppercut.
Scorpion can't find room to land a body shot as Kovingten controls the action.
Silva Scorpion has scored more points in the clinch so far.
With the two fighters working up against the ropes, Kovingten just misses with a elbow thrown towards Scorpion's brow.
Kovingten looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#BC2#
Kovingten escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Scorpion misses with a wild body shot.
Kovingten checks the leg kick nicely there.
Kovingten lands a head shot.
Kovingten blocks a jab.
Scorpion moves out of range as Kovingten throws a body kick.
Scorpion ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T4#
Kovingten throws a leg kick but Scorpion sees it coming and moves out of range.
Scorpion looks to land a right hand but Kovingten moved out of range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Scorpion misses with a straight right.
Kovingten throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Scorpion takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Scorpion uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kovingten.
A quick step to the side and Scorpion tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scorpion misses with a hook.
Kovingten thinks about the counter body kick.
Kovingten throws a right hand that misses
and Scorpion counters with a low kick, right behind Kovingten 's knee.
Scorpion misses the shot to the body.
It seemed like Kovingten was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A shot to the liver by Scorpion. Beautiful body shot.
Kovingten avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kovingten pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Scorpion wants to clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Scorpion misses with a body shot.
Scorpion blocks a jab.
Scorpion just misses with a punch to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Kyle Kovingten just about did enough to take it.
The cut man is working on Silva Scorpion's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R4#
Scorpion connects with a body shot that sends Kovingten's belly button to the back.
A nice leg kick from Scorpion, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kovingten is looking to slow Scorpion down with leg kicks.
Kovingten attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Scorpion throws the left hand but Kovingten avoids the punch easily.
Kovingten ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scorpion moves away.
Kovingten takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kovingten. Scorpion does a little dance to reset his feet.
Scorpion throws a front kick aimed at Kovingten's knee but Kovingten avoids it well.
Scorpion misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kovingten.
Despite the aggression on Kovingten's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Kovingten avoids the body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromKovingten.
Scorpion uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kovingten.
Scorpion buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice shot lands for Kovingten.
Scorpion throws a series of punches but Kovingten moves out of range.
Kovingten looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kovingten avoids the body shot from Scorpion.
Good leg kick by Scorpion.
No joy there for Scorpion, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scorpion moves in looking to clinch but Kovingten pushes him off.
Kovingten fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#T1#
Kovingten keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Kovingten cracks Scorpion with a good jab.
Scorpion doesn't manage to clinch there - Kovingten circles away.
Kovingten throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Scorpion was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Kovingten motions for Scorpion to come forward. Kovingten throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kovingten fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Scorpion looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Kovingten takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
A little jabbing left from Kovingten on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kovingten scores with a leg kick.
Scorpion misses with an uppercut.
A clash of legs there as Kovingten blocks the low kick.
Decent striking displayed by Kovingten there.#CL#
Scorpion closes the distance and clinches.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC2#
Kovingten breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Scorpion throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kovingten throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Scorpion connects with a jab.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Kovingten. Scorpion shrugs it off though.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kovingten looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#T2#
Kovingten looks for the body kick but Scorpion saw that one coming.
Kovingten throws a sloppy head kick and Scorpion moves out of range easily.
Kovingten blocks a head kick by Scorpion.
It seemed like Kovingten was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kovingten swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Scorpion tries to close the distance and clinch but Kovingten swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Scorpion bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Kovingten's head.
Scorpion fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kovingten manages to avoid it.
Kovingten throws a body kick that misses.
Scorpion appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Kovingten misses with a looping left.
Scorpion throws a low kick but Kovingten moves out of range easily.
Kovingten throws a hook but Scorpion avoids it easily.
Scorpion gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Kovingten keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Scorpion moves out of range of the body kick from Kovingten.
Kovingten throws a right and a left that Scorpion avoids nicely.
Scorpion misses with a leg kick.
Scorpion misses with a head kick.
Scorpion takes a swing at Kovingten's ribcage but misses. #T3#
Kovingten moves out of range of the body kick from Scorpion.
Kovingten misses with a looping right.
Kovingten loads up on a big right hand but Scorpion slips the punch.
Kovingten checks the leg kick nicely there.
A head kick misses from Scorpion.
Kovingten throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Scorpion tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kovingten was well out of range. Poor timing from Scorpion.
Scorpion tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kovingten.
Kovingten feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Scorpions jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Scorpion throws a body shot but no joy.
Scorpion checks a low kick from Kovingten.
Scorpion throws the left hand but Kovingten avoids the punch easily.
Kovingten throws a series of strikes that have Scorpion backpedaling.
Kovingten checks a leg kick.
Kovingten swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Scorpion misses the jab.
Scorpion throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Kovingten stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Scorpion misses with a head kick.
Scorpion tries a head kick but it misses. #T4#
Scorpion throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Scorpion lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kovingten circles away quickly and effectively.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Scorpion throws an overhand right that lands on Kovingten's shoulder, as Kovingten tries to avoid the shot.
Kovingten throws an overhand right that lands on Scorpion's shoulder, as Scorpion tries to avoid the shot.
Scorpion closes the distance looking to clinch
and Kovingten counters with a nice uppercut.
Kovingten misses with a body shot.
Kovingten lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Kovingten misses with a jab, cross combination.
Scorpion throws out a leg kick but Kovingten moves out of range and Scorpion only half commits.
Scorpion misses the shot to the body.
Kovingten fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Scorpion manages to avoid it.
Kovingten throws a leg kick but Scorpion sees it coming and moves out of range.
Scorpion drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
A punch lands to the side of Scorpion 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Scorpion moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Kovingten cracks a nice hook into Scorpion's ribs.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kyle Kovingten dominated that fourth round.
The cut man is working on Silva Scorpion's cut.
That's time! Scorpion's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. And we move into the final round!#R5#
Scorpion wants to clinch up but Kovingten keeps it at a distance.
The fight stays on the outside here - Scorpion looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Scorpion throws a body punch but Kovingten moves out of range.
Kovingten throws a leg kick which misses Scorpion's front leg but catches the back leg as Scorpion tries to avoid it.
Scorpion tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Kovingten manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
An inside leg kick from Kovingten misses.
Kovingten throws a head kick but Scorpion moves out of range.
Kovingten dips to his left and cracks Scorpion with an uppercut!
Kovingten throws a leg kick which misses Scorpion's front leg but catches the back leg as Scorpion tries to avoid it.
Scorpion avoids the body shot from Kovingten.
Kovingten tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Scorpion walks forward, straight into a front kick from Kovingten.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kovingten is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Scorpion.
Kovingten misses with a low kick as Scorpion jumps back.
Kovingten misses with a shot to the body
and Scorpion counters with a nice body shot.
Scorpion fails in his attempt to clinch.
Kovingten misses with a wild body shot.
Scorpion lands a right hook to the body. #T1#
Scorpion scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Scorpion moves in looking to clinch but Kovingten pushes him off.
Kovingten swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Scorpion slips under a jab.
Kovingten connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Scorpion's hands.
Scorpion misses with a hook.
Kovingten replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Scorpion blocks it well.
Scorpion fails in his attempt to clinch.
Scorpion throws a jab but it's blocked by Kovingten.
Scorpion fails with an attempt to clinch.
Scorpion wants to clinch up but Kovingten keeps it at a distance.
Kovingten lands a nice leg kick that just misses Scorpion's sensitive parts.
Scorpion avoids the body shot from Kovingten.
Scorpion tries a low kick but Kovingten avoids it.
Kovingten swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kovingten misses with a low kick.
Nice uppercut lands for Scorpion. That snapped Kovingten's head back.
Kovingten throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Scorpion takes a swing at Kovingten's ribcage but misses.
Kovingten misses with a head kick.
Scorpion tries to clinch there but Kovingten circles away.
Silva Scorpion has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Good work by Kovingten as he checks the leg kick.
Kovingten swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Scorpion closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Scorpion jabs Kovingten to the body, keeping him at a distance.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Scorpion jabs Kovingten right on the nose. Kovingten blinks but takes it well.
Scorpion throws a hook to the side of Kovingten's head but Kovingten sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Scorpion moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Scorpion buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kovingten dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kovingten explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Scorpion tries to clinch there but Kovingten circles away.
Some bone on bone action there as Kovingten checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Kovingten throws an overhand right that lands on Scorpion's shoulder, as Scorpion tries to avoid the shot.
Scorpion looks for the body kick but Kovingten saw that one coming.
Scorpion misses with a double jab.
Kovingten lets loose with a powerful body kick. Scorpion will feel that in the morning.
Scorpion staying out of range there.
Kovingten misses with a looping right.#T3#
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Kovingten crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Scorpion - the referee stops the clock and Kovingten gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Scorpion. Kovingten manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Scorpion looks to throw the jab but Kovingten is out of range.
A head kick misses from Kovingten.
Scorpion scores with a jab.
Scorpion scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Kovingten throws a sloppy head kick and Scorpion moves out of range easily.
Scorpion with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Scorpion is looking to clinch but Kovingten is avoiding it.
Scorpion wants to clinch up but Kovingten keeps it at a distance.
Scorpion is looking to chop away at Kovingten's legs.
Scorpion jabs at Kovingten's body.
Kovingten just misses with a punch to the body.
Nice uppercut there from Scorpion.
Scorpion steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Kovingten. That one must have hurt.
Kovingten walks forward, straight into a front kick from Scorpion.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scorpion misses with a wild body shot.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kovingten! But no joy.
Scorpion cracks Kovingten with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Kovingten swats away the attempt to clinch by Scorpion.
Kyle Kovingten is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
Scorpion connects with the punch.
Kovingten scores with a push kick.
Kovingten looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
A little feinted left hand from Scorpion on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kovingten is looking to land body kicks.
Kovingten lands a head shot.
Kovingten walks into a jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Scorpion. Kovingten does a little dance to reset his feet.
An inside leg kick from Kovingten misses.
Scorpion takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Nice cross by Kovingten.
Kovingten throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jab by Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a body punch but Kovingten moves out of range.
A decent looking cross lands there for Scorpion.
Scorpion tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Scorpion misses the shot to the body.
It seemed like Kovingten was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Scorpion cracks a nice hook into Kovingten's ribs.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 46:50
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 47:49
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 46:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kyle Kovingten!

Kyle Kovingten is the new lightweight champion!
In his post fight interview, Kyle Kovingten started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

 

Event: Proud FC 19 - Seppuku     
Date:   Jan 07, 2022
#R1#
A cross from Raharuhi lands.
Raharuhi walks into a left hand.
Raharuhi throws a front kick aimed at Scorpion's knee but Scorpion avoids it well.
Raharuhi throws a shot from downtown. Scorpion moves away and avoids it.
Scorpion on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Raharuhi tries to land a front kick but Scorpion steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
A leg kick checked by Scorpion.
Scorpion looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Scorpion misses the shot to the body.
Scorpion lands a nice leg kick that just misses Raharuhi's sensitive parts.
Raharuhi takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Scorpion keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Scorpion lands with an uppercut that bounces Raharuhi off the ropes and back into range.
Raharuhi slips under a jab from Scorpion.
Raharuhi looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Scorpion fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Scorpion tries to bum rush Raharuhi with a series of wild strikes but Raharuhi uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Despite the aggression on Raharuhi's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Scorpion misses with a hook. Raharuhi ducked under it nicely.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Scorpion misses with an uppercut.
Raharuhi 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.
Scorpion throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Raharuhi lands a nice shot that snaps Scorpion's head back.
A head kick from Raharuhi lands but Scorpion takes it in his stride.
Raharuhi scores with a jab to the body.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Raharuhi throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Silva Scorpion seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Scorpion keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Scorpion takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Scorpion lands a body punch.
Scorpion wants to stall.
A right handed body shot lands from Scorpion.
Raharuhi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A short right from Scorpion.
Raharuhi tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Scorpion's elbow.
Raharuhi throws a head punch that misses.
Scorpion digs a right hand into Raharuhi's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Raharuhi's gas tank.
A left hand lands to the body for Scorpion.
Scorpion wants to stall.
Scorpion scores with a nice hook to the head.
Scorpion lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Raharuhi.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Scorpion softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.#T2#
Scorpion tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Raharuhi's elbow.
Raharuhi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Raharuhi misses with a hook from the clinch.
Scorpion is trying to stall.
Raharuhi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scorpion lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Raharuhi backwards.
Scorpion misses with some punches.
A nice left hand lands by Scorpion.
Raharuhi has a couple of punches blocked by Scorpion.
A nice left hand lands by Scorpion.
Scorpion lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Scorpion lands a nice uppercut.
Scorpion presses Raharuhi against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Raharuhi pushes Scorpion back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Scorpion lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Raharuhi backwards.
A bit of stalling here from Scorpion.
Nice body punch from Raharuhi - that landed with a thud.
Raharuhi struggles to land a body shot inside as Scorpion controls his hands. #T3#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Scorpion.
Raharuhi is leaning against Scorpion and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Scorpion slowing the pace effectively.
Raharuhi lands a body shot.
Scorpion tries to stall but Raharuhi uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Scorpion lands a left hand that snaps the head of Raharuhi backwards.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but Raharuhi avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes.
Raharuhi blocking some punches.
Raharuhi can't find room to land a body shot as Scorpion controls the action.
Raharuhi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Scorpion lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Raharuhi backwards.
Raharuhi working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Raharuhi misses with a punch to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Scorpion.
Raharuhi makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Scorpion fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Raharuhi.
Raharuhi lands a body punch in the clinch.
Raharuhi lands an uppercut.#T4#
Scorpion fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Scorpion misses with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion swings wildly with an uppercut but Raharuhi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scorpion blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Raharuhi throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Scorpions head.
Raharuhi's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Scorpion prevents a body shot from Raharuhi.
Raharuhi swings wildly with an uppercut but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
Raharuhi misses with a short punch on the inside.
Raharuhi lands a body shot.
Raharuhi tries a body shot but Scorpion blocks it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Raharuhi misses with a knee to the head.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Scorpion lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Raharuhi backwards.
Raharuhi tries a body shot but Scorpion blocks it.
Scorpion tries a body shot but Raharuhi blocks it.
Raharuhi swings wildly with an uppercut but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Raharuhi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Scorpion.
Raharuhi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Scorpion manages to avoid it.
Scorpion is looking to slow Raharuhi down with leg kicks.
Raharuhi misses with a body shot.
Scorpion throws a leg kick that misses.
Scorpion displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Raharuhi throws out the jab.
Scorpion checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Scorpion is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Raharuhi can do to turn this around?
Scorpion tries to bum rush Raharuhi with a series of wild strikes but Raharuhi uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A nice side step and Raharuhi releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Raharuhi throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#CL#
Scorpion gets in close and instigates a clinch.
A left hand lands to the body for Raharuhi.
Raharuhi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Scorpion working aggressively here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scorpion digs a right hand into Raharuhi's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Raharuhi's gas tank.
Scorpion softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Scorpion here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Scorpion tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Raharuhi's elbow.
Raharuhi blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Raharuhi tries a body shot but Scorpion blocks it.
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T1#
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
Scorpion working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Raharuhi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Scorpion tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Raharuhi's elbow.
Raharuhi lands an uppercut.
Scorpion lands with a light punch inside.
Raharuhi blocks a body shot from Scorpion.
Raharuhi struggles to land a body shot inside as Scorpion controls his hands.
Scorpion gets through Raharuhi's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Scorpion throws a punch but it's blocked by Raharuhi.
A short right from Raharuhi.
Scorpion lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Raharuhi.
Scorpion struggles to land a body shot inside as Raharuhi controls his hands.
Scorpion misses with a punch on the inside.
Scorpion lands a right hand.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.#BC2#
Raharuhi pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A slow jab from Raharuhi misses its intended target. #T2#
Scorpion scores with a nice strike.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Scorpion moves out of range of the strikes.
Raharuhi stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Scorpion.
Scorpion moves out of range of the strikes.
Scorpion tries to bum rush Raharuhi with a series of wild strikes but Raharuhi uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Scorpion throws a leg kick that misses.
Scorpion throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
A good leg kick by Scorpion.
A slapping leg kick lands for Raharuhi.
Scorpion lands with a good body shot.
Scorpion throws the kick towards the body but Raharuhi avoids it.
Scorpion lands a nice shot to the body.
A leg kick checked by Scorpion.
A telegraphed right hand from Raharuhi misses the target.
Scorpion appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Silva Scorpion is winning the standup battle so far.
Raharuhi will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
A big right from Scorpion misses.
Scorpion connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Scorpion tries to clinch up.
Raharuhi is trying to counter with his kicks.#T3#
Scorpion throws a low kick, looking for Raharuhi's leg but Raharuhi calmly moves out of range.
Raharuhi throws a chopping leg kick but Scorpion manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Scorpion bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Scorpion tries to clinch but Raharuhi moves out of range.
Scorpion fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Raharuhi ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Raharuhi throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Raharuhi throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Scorpion throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Scorpion throws a head kick that misses.
Scorpion backing away here, and Raharuhi unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Scorpion throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Raharuhi takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
A nice inside leg kick there by Scorpion. That's going to slow Raharuhi down.
Raharuhi ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Scorpion tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Raharuhi was well out of range. Poor timing from Scorpion.
Scorpion buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Scorpion misses the shot to the body.
A nice leg kick lands there from Raharuhi. #T4#
Scorpion uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Scorpion is looking to clinch.
Raharuhi blocks a low kick nicely.
Scorpion swings away with a leg kick that misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Raharuhi misses with a body kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Scorpion misses the target.
Raharuhi stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Scorpion.
Raharuhi moves out of range of the leg kick from Scorpion.
Raharuhi throws the left hand but Scorpion avoids the punch easily.
A little feinted left hand from Scorpion on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Raharuhi staying out of range there.
Raharuhi avoids the head kick by Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a low kick but Raharuhi avoids it.
Raharuhi is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Scorpion.
Raharuhi slips under a jab from Scorpion.
Raharuhi misses with a looping right.
Raharuhi throws a leg kick that misses.
Scorpion fails in his attempt to clinch.
Scorpion tries to close the distance and clinch up but Raharuhi swats him away and circles back towards the center.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Raharuhi! But no joy.
An inside leg kick lands from Scorpion.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R3#
A jab lands there for Raharuhi.
A nice leg kick lands there from Scorpion.
Scorpion fails with an attempt to clinch.
Scorpion looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
A looping hook to the body misses from Raharuhi. Scorpion does a little dance to reset his feet.
A nice leg kick lands there from Scorpion.
Raharuhi tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Scorpion is able to avoid easily.
Scorpion just misses with a punch to the body.
Raharuhi tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Scorpion is able to avoid easily.
Scorpion misses with a hook. Raharuhi ducked under it nicely. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Scorpion tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Raharuhi lands with a short shot to the head.
Scorpion tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Raharuhi's elbow.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Scorpion lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Raharuhi.
Raharuhi's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Scorpion looking to slow down the pace here.#T1#
Raharuhi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Raharuhi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Scorpion blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Scorpion digs a right hand into Raharuhi's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Raharuhi's gas tank.
Scorpion wants to stall.
Raharuhi throws a head punch that misses.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Raharuhi scores with a hook to the body.
Raharuhi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Scorpion scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Scorpion lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A head punch on the inside from Scorpion fails to land.
Raharuhi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A hook to the body from Scorpion. #T2#
Raharuhi blocks a body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but Raharuhi avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes.
A body shot lands from Raharuhi.
Scorpion tries to work over Raharuhi's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Raharuhi prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with the head strike.
Scorpion lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Raharuhi struggles to land a body shot inside as Scorpion controls his hands.
Scorpion working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Scorpion tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Raharuhi as Scorpion tries to tie him up.
Raharuhi tries to work over Scorpion's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Scorpion lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Raharuhi backwards.
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!
Raharuhi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Scorpion lands a body punch in the clinch.
Scorpion misses with a short punch on the inside.
Raharuhi misses with a body punch.
Scorpion lands with a short shot to the head. #T3#
Scorpion throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Raharuhi misses with a knee strike.
Scorpion misses with a hook from the clinch.
Raharuhi lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Scorpion.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Raharuhi.
Scorpion lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Raharuhi misses with a punch to the body.
Raharuhi blocks an uppercut.
Raharuhi can't find room to land a body shot as Scorpion controls the action.
Raharuhi scores with a shoulder strike.
A body shot lands from Scorpion.
A right hand to the body from Scorpion.
Raharuhi takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Scorpion goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Raharuhi scores with a hook to the body.
Scorpion digs a right hand into Raharuhi's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Raharuhi's gas tank.
Scorpion blocking some punches.
Raharuhi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Scorpion scores with a shoulder strike. #T4#
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Scorpion makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Raharuhi presses Scorpion against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Scorpion throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Scorpion has Raharuhi pressed against the ropes.
Raharuhi tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Scorpion avoids it.
Scorpion lands a right hand that snaps the head of Raharuhi backwards.
Raharuhi blocking some punches.
Raharuhi lands with a right to the head.
Scorpion goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Raharuhi misses with a short punch on the inside.
Raharuhi has a couple of punches blocked by Scorpion.
Scorpion struggles to land a body shot inside as Raharuhi controls his hands.
Scorpion lands a body punch in the clinch.
Raharuhi throws a punch but it's blocked by Scorpion.
Scorpion can't find room to land a body shot as Raharuhi controls the action.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion clearly takes that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R4#
Raharuhi slips under a jab from Scorpion.
Raharuhi lands a nice shot that snaps Scorpion's head back.
A big right from Scorpion misses.
Raharuhi flicks out a counter leg kick but Scorpion steps away.
Raharuhi connects with a solid leg kick.
Raharuhi misses with a straight right.
Scorpion throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Scorpion scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Good leg kick by Scorpion.
Raharuhi throws a leg kick which misses Scorpion's front leg but catches the back leg as Scorpion tries to avoid it.
Raharuhi throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Scorpion jabs at Raharuhi's body.
Scorpion digs a good body shot into Raharuhi's ribs.
Nice defenses there by Scorpion.
Scorpion walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Raharuhi checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Scorpion tries to clinch up but Raharuhi circles away and keeps his distance.
A jab from Scorpion misses.
Raharuhi steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Scorpion.
Raharuhi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scorpion moves away.
Scorpion avoids the body shot from Raharuhi. #T1#
Scorpion throws a body punch but Raharuhi moves out of range.
Scorpion keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Raharuhi keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Raharuhi checks the leg kick.
Decent striking displayed by Raharuhi there.
Scorpion scores with a body shot.
Scorpion will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Raharuhi does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Nice body punch from Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Scorpion checks the leg kick.
Raharuhi will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Scorpion moves out of range of the leg kick from Raharuhi.
Raharuhi walks into a left hand.
Scorpion misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Scorpion swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Raharuhi lands a nice shot that snaps Scorpion's head back. #T2#
Scorpion misses with a looping right.
Raharuhi misses with a combination
and Scorpion counters with a nice uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Raharuhi takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Scorpion scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Raharuhi tries to score with a low kick but Scorpion moves his leg out of the way.
Scorpion lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Raharuhi jabs at Scorpion's body.
Scorpion delivers a nice body kick.
Raharuhi throws a jab but it's blocked by Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a lazy right hand but Raharuhi sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Raharuhi scoring well with a low kick there.
Scorpion misses the shot to the body.
Scorpion ducks under a wild hook from Raharuhi.
Scorpion works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Raharuhi moves out of range of the body kick from Scorpion.
Raharuhi with a nice calf kick.#T3#
Scorpion chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Raharuhi can pounce on him.
A solid leg kick lands there for Raharuhi. #CL#
Scorpion moves into range and clinches up with Raharuhi.
Raharuhi tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Raharuhi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Scorpion tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Scorpion takes a shot to the head.
Raharuhi tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Scorpion on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Scorpion misses with a short punch on the inside.
Raharuhi blocks a body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion tries a body shot but Raharuhi blocks it.
A head punch on the inside from Raharuhi fails to land.
Scorpion misses with a hook to the ribs.
Scorpion lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Raharuhi works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process. #BC2#
Raharuhi breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #T4#
Scorpion moves out of range of the leg kick from Raharuhi.
Scorpion tries to clinch but Raharuhi moves out of range.
Raharuhi feints a counter leg kick.
Raharuhi attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Scorpion slips under a jab.
Raharuhi lands a jab to the nose.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Scorpion chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Raharuhi tried to score with a low kick but Scorpion checks it.
Raharuhi circles away from the clinch attempt.
Raharuhi swats away the attempt to clinch by Scorpion.
Raharuhi misses with a body shot
and Scorpion counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Scorpion lands a leg kick that knocks Raharuhi off balance momentarily.
Raharuhi swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Jab by Raharuhi.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Raharuhi lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Scorpion has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Scorpion and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Scorpion tries to clinch up but Raharuhi circles away and keeps his distance.
A head kick misses from Scorpion.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Silva Scorpion will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R5#
An inside leg kick from Raharuhi misses.
Scorpion lands a jab-cross combination.
Scorpion misses with a head kick.
Raharuhi dodges the punch combination from Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with a hook. Raharuhi ducked under it nicely.
Scorpion tries to work over Raharuhi's front leg with a kick but Raharuhi checks it.
Scorpion swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Raharuhi misses with a straight left. #CL#
Scorpion gets a clinch. #BC2#
Raharuhi breaks from the clinch.
Raharuhi throws a poor cross that misses
and Scorpion 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.
Raharuhi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Scorpion was well out of range. Poor timing from Raharuhi.
Raharuhi works Scorpion's body with a nice hook.
Scorpion fails with an attempt to clinch.
Raharuhi misses with a low kick.
Raharuhi takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Raharuhi throws a body shot but no joy. #T1#
Raharuhi cracks a nice hook into Scorpion's ribs.
Scorpion tests Raharuhi's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Raharuhi ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Raharuhi scores with a hook to the body. Scorpion takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Raharuhi on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Raharuhi gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Scorpion.
A chopping leg kick lands by Raharuhi.
Raharuhi throws a sloppy head kick and Scorpion moves out of range easily.
Scorpion getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Scorpion tries to bum rush Raharuhi with a series of wild strikes but Raharuhi uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Raharuhi throws a chopping leg kick but Scorpion manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
A nice inside leg kick there by Raharuhi. That's going to slow Scorpion down.
Scorpion throws a leg kick but Raharuhi sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Scorpion wants to clinch up but Raharuhi keeps it at a distance.
Raharuhi thows a left - swing and a miss!
Raharuhi throws out a powerful jab.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A clash of legs there as Raharuhi blocks the low kick.
Raharuhi connects with a leg kick.
Scorpion uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Raharuhi.
Raharuhi connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Scorpion looks to throw a body kick
and Raharuhi counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Scorpion lands with a hook. Raharuhi tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Raharuhi has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Raharuhi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Scorpion.
Scorpion is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Scorpion thumps Raharuhi with a low kick.
Raharuhi throws a body shot but no joy.
Raharuhi throws a body punch but Scorpion moves out of range.
Scorpion works Raharuhi's body with a nice hook.
Scorpion tries to close the distance and clinch up but Raharuhi swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Raharuhi throws the left hand but Scorpion avoids the punch easily.
Scorpion tries to clinch but Raharuhi moves out of range. #T3#
Scorpion is looking to clinch but Raharuhi is avoiding it.
Scorpion lands a nice shot to the body.
Scorpion with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Raharuhi takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Raharuhi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scorpion moves away.
Scorpion blocks a low kick nicely.
Raharuhi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Scorpion scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Taine Raharuhi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Silva Scorpion is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Raharuhi tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Scorpion is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Scorpion lands a nice shot to the body.
Scorpion lands a jab to Raharuhi's midsection.
Raharuhi slips under a jab.
Scorpion jabs at Raharuhi's body.
Scorpion moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Scorpion doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Scorpion scoring well with a low kick there.
Scorpion fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Raharuhi manages to avoid it.
Raharuhi appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Raharuhi takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Scorpion misses with an uppercut. Raharuhi saw that one coming.
Raharuhi keeps the fight on the outside.
Scorpion swats away the attempt to clinch by Raharuhi.
Raharuhi misses with a body shot.
Scorpion misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Raharuhi.
Scorpion avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A looping hook to the body misses from Scorpion. Raharuhi does a little dance to reset his feet.
Scorpion throws a body shot but no joy.
Raharuhi swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Scorpion misses with a leg kick.
Scorpion staying out of range there.
Scorpion lands a jab.

And that's the end of the fight!
Silva Scorpion showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Scorpion 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 50:45
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 50:45
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 50:45

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Silva Scorpion!

Silva Scorpion retains his lightweight title!
During a confident post fight interview, Silva Scorpion thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: Proud FC 17 Tradition     
Date:   Dec 31, 2021
#R1#
Salamanca thumps Scorpion with a low kick.
Scorpion misses with a wild body shot.
Salamanca throws a poor cross that misses
and Scorpion counters with an inside leg kick.
Salamanca moves into range and connects with a jab.
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Salamanca moves away.
A jab from Scorpion finds it's way through Salamanca's defenses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Salamanca. Scorpion does a little dance to reset his feet.
Scorpion misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Salamanca.
Salamanca throws out a powerful jab.
Scorpion moves out of range of the strikes.
Scorpion moves away from the strike by Salamanca.
Salamanca scores with a body shot.
Scorpion with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Salamanca scores with a nice right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nice jab there from Salamanca.
Scorpion fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Salamanca steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Scorpion.
Scorpion looks to throw the jab but Salamanca is out of range.
Nice body punch from Scorpion.
Salamanca drops his hands momentarily and Scorpion takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Scorpion misses with a low kick.
Salamanca flicks out a counter leg kick but Scorpion steps away.
Salamanca avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Salamanca throws a half hearted mid kick.#T1#
Salamanca swats away the attempt to clinch by Scorpion.
Scorpion uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Salamanca.
Scorpion misses with a left hand
and Salamanca counters with a straight right hand.
Salamanca fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Scorpion checks it well.
Scorpion takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Salamanca slips under a jab.
Salamanca finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Scorpion throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Scorpion looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A nice leg kick from Scorpion, right into the meat of the thigh.
Salamanca throws a jab when Scorpion was well out of range.
An inside leg kick lands from Salamanca.
Salamanca throws a body shot but no joy.
Scorpion uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Salamanca.
Salamanca looks to land a right hand but Scorpion moved out of range.#CL#
Scorpion gets a clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a hook to the side of the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scorpion struggles to land a body shot inside as Salamanca controls his hands.
Scorpion misses with some punches.
Scorpion scores with a shoulder strike. #T2#
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Salamanca.
A nice right hand lands inside from Scorpion. #BC2#
Salamanca breaks from the clinch.
Scorpion slips under a jab.
Scorpion bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Scorpion tries a head kick but it misses.
Scorpion misses with a wild body shot.
Scorpion scores with a jab to the body.
A head kick misses from Salamanca. #CL#
Scorpion gets a clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Salamanca.
Scorpion is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
Scorpion lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Salamanca's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A short uppercut from Scorpion.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with the head strike.
Salamanca prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Scorpion misses with a punch to the body. #T3#
Salamanca lands a left hand.
Scorpion lands a right hand.
Salamanca wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Scorpion has him pressed against the ropes.
Scorpion lands a right hand.
Scorpion throws a head punch that misses.
Scorpion scores with a hook to the body.
Salamanca tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Scorpion lands with a left to the head.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Salamanca fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC2#
Salamanca manages to break the clinch.
Scorpion misses with a right hand
and Salamanca counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Salamanca misses with an uppercut.
Scorpion checks a leg kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by Scorpion.
An inside leg kick lands from Salamanca.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Salamanca slips a straight right by Scorpion.
Salamanca avoids the head kick by Scorpion.
Salamanca lands with an uppercut that bounces Scorpion off the ropes and back into range.#T4#
Scorpion is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Scorpion checks a leg kick nicely.
Scorpion slips under a jab.
Salamanca connects with a leg kick.
Salamanca looks to throw the jab but Scorpion is out of range.
Salamanca looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Scorpion throws a body kick that misses.
Salamanca with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Scorpion lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Scorpion is looking to wear down Salamanca with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Scorpion throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Scorpion, as that shot connected.
Salamanca looks for the body kick but Scorpion saw that one coming.
Scorpion throws a big counter combination but Salamanca scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Scorpion avoids the head kick by Salamanca.
Scorpion moves out of range of the body kick from Salamanca.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion misses with a looping left.
Salamanca waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a right and a left that both miss.
Scorpion tries to clinch up but Salamanca circles away and keeps his distance.
Salamanca lands a nice shot to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Silva Scorpion will probably get the nod.
That's time! Scorpion's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Salamanca throws the left hand but Scorpion avoids the punch easily.
Scorpion connects with a leg kick.
Scorpion misses with a looping right.
Salamanca lands with a straight right. Scorpion didn't see that one coming.
Scorpion takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
No joy there for Salamanca, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
A good leg kick by Salamanca.
Salamanca rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Scorpion counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Salamanca thinking.
Salamanca scores with a jab to the head.
Salamanca fakes the leg kick and cracks Scorpion in the body.
Scorpion wants to clinch up but Salamanca keeps it at a distance.
Salamanca swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Scorpion counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
That kick from Scorpion tenderised Salamanca's leg. Salamanca is trying to keep his angry face on.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Salamanca misses with a wild body shot.
Salamanca walks into a straight right hand from Scorpion.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Scorpion lands a nice leg kick that just misses Salamanca's sensitive parts.
Scorpion tries to clinch up but Salamanca circles away and keeps his distance.
Salamanca looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Salamanca missing with a left hand there. Scorpion was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Scorpion just misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion lands with a hook. Salamanca tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Salamanca throws a body kick that misses. #T1#
Scorpion doesn't manage to clinch there - Salamanca circles away.
Salamanca takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Salamanca scores with a leg kick.
A swing and a miss from Salamanca.
Scorpion keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Salamanca.
Scorpion scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Salamanca doesn't seem bothered though.
Scorpion uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Salamanca.
Some bone on bone action there as Scorpion checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Salamanca scores with a sloppy right hand. Scorpion should have avoided that one.
A jab from Scorpion finds it's way through Salamanca's defenses.
Scorpion fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Salamanca manages to avoid it.
Salamanca throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Salamanca connects with a looping right hand.
Salamanca throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Salamanca throws a sloppy head kick and Scorpion moves out of range easily.
Scorpion tries to clinch but Salamanca is having none of it.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Scorpion tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Salamanca paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Salamanca appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Salamanca misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Scorpion.
Salamanca throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Scorpion stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Scorpion throws a jab but it's blocked by Salamanca. #T2#
Salamanca thows a left - swing and a miss!
Scorpion motions for Salamanca to come forward. Scorpion throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Salamanca throws out a counter right but Scorpion avoids it with no problem.
Scorpion fails in his attempt to clinch.
Salamanca looks to land a right hand but Scorpion moved out of range.#CL#
Scorpion rushes Salamanca and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
Salamanca swings wildly with an uppercut but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scorpion misses with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #BC2#
Salamanca breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Scorpion is looking to slow Salamanca down with leg kicks.
Good work by Salamanca as he checks the leg kick.
Salamanca avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Salamanca throws a looping overhand right but Scorpion ducks down to avoid it.
Scorpion takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Scorpion slips a jab from Salamanca.
Scorpion was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Salamanca throws an overhand right that lands on Scorpion's shoulder, as Scorpion tries to avoid the shot.
Salamanca throws a big shot that misses.
Scorpion lands a leg kick that knocks Salamanca off balance momentarily.#T3##CL#
Scorpion clinches.
Salamanca lands an elbow just above Scorpion 's eye.
Scorpion struggles to land a body shot inside as Salamanca controls his hands.
Scorpion lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Scorpion swings wildly with an uppercut but Salamanca uses good head movement to avoid it.
Salamanca lands an elbow inside.
Scorpion tries a body shot but Salamanca blocks it.
Salamanca misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Scorpion trying to stall but Salamanca improves his position.
Knees in the clinch landing for Salamanca.
Salamanca lands a hook to the side of the head.
Scorpion lands with a left to the head.
Salamanca misses with an elbow strike.
Salamanca misses with a hook from the clinch.
Scorpion throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Scorpion avoids a wild elbow strike from Salamanca.
Scorpion goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but Salamanca avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Scorpion blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Scorpion lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T4#
Salamanca has a couple of punches blocked by Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Salamanca creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Salamanca tries a knee to the head but Scorpion blocks it.
Salamanca presses Scorpion against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Scorpion misses with a punch on the inside.
Salamanca is trying to force a seperation but Scorpion has the dominant position.
Salamanca is leaning against Scorpion and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Scorpion fails to land.
Scorpion trying to stall but Salamanca improves his position.
Salamanca misses with some punches.
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Salamanca blocking some punches.
Salamanca is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nice body punch from Scorpion - that landed with a thud.
A short left from Scorpion.
A right handed body shot lands from Scorpion. #BC2#
Salamanca breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Marco Salamanca will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R3#
A telegraphed right hand from Salamanca misses the target.
Scorpion misses with an uppercut.
Salamanca now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Scorpion keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Scorpion feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Salamancas jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Scorpion tests Salamanca's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Salamanca connects with a crisp jab.
Salamanca throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Salamanca swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A chopping leg kick lands by Salamanca.
Scorpion lands a nice looking body shot.
Scorpion lands a nice looking body shot.
A big left from Salamanca misses.
Scorpion fails with an attempt to clinch.
Scorpion misses with a low kick.
Salamanca throws a looping overhand right but Scorpion ducks down to avoid it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scorpion misses the shot to the body.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Scorpion here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Scorpion throws out a powerful jab.
Scorpion walks into a jab.
Scorpion finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt. #T1#
Scorpion tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Salamanca manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Salamanca lands a head kick. Scorpion smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Scorpion ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Salamanca checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Salamanca looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#CL#
Scorpion gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Scorpion lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Scorpion lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Scorpion tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Salamanca's elbow.
Scorpion pushes Salamanca back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Salamanca misses with a knee strike.
Salamanca lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Salamanca misses with some punches.
Salamanca prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
Salamanca misses with the head strike.
A body shot lands from Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with some punches.
Scorpion misses with a punch on the inside.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Salamanca as Scorpion tries to tie him up.
Salamanca swings wildly with an uppercut but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
Salamanca lands with a light punch inside.
Salamanca misses with a hook from the clinch.
Scorpion scores with a hook to the body.
Salamanca tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Salamanca misses with an elbow over the top.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Scorpion goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Scorpion avoiding damage as Salamanca throws knees to the body.
Scorpion can't find room to land a body shot as Salamanca controls the action.
Salamanca blocks an uppercut.
A right hand to the body from Scorpion.
Scorpion scores with a hook to the body.
Salamanca takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Scorpion lands with a right to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Salamanca.
Scorpion stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Salamanca misses with a punch on the inside.
Scorpion digs a right hand underneath Salamanca's ribcage. Salamanca let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Scorpion scores with a shoulder strike.
Scorpion presses Salamanca against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.#T3#
Salamanca takes a shot to the head.
Scorpion softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Scorpion scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Silva Scorpion has scored more points in the clinch so far.
A short left from Scorpion.
Salamanca fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
Scorpion tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Salamanca's elbow.
Scorpion tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Salamanca's elbow.
Salamanca swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Scorpion lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Salamanca's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Scorpion is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Salamanca misses with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion lands a nice uppercut.
Scorpion misses with a hook from the clinch.
Salamanca tries to break the clinch but Scorpion is controlling the position.
Salamanca using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Scorpion has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Scorpion pushes Salamanca back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Scorpion blocking some punches.
A right hook to the body lands for Salamanca. #T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A quick uppercut on the inside from Salamanca.
Salamanca blocks an uppercut.
Salamanca blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Scorpion is working Salamanca over against the ropes.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Salamanca using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Scorpion has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Scorpion looking to slow down the pace here.
Scorpion blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Scorpion misses with a short punch on the inside.
Salamanca has had enough of the clinch but Scorpion keeps him there for the moment.
Scorpion avoiding damage as Salamanca throws knees to the body.
Scorpion misses with a hook to the ribs.
Still in the clinch, Scorpion scores with a nice short uppercut.
Salamanca prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
A short right from Scorpion on the inside.
Salamanca lands an uppercut.
Scorpion lands a left hand that snaps the head of Salamanca backwards.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion clearly takes that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R4#
Nice uppercut there from Scorpion.
Scorpion tries to clinch but Salamanca moves out of range.
Salamanca uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Scorpion.
Marco Salamanca seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Salamanca displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Scorpion throws out the jab.
Salamanca fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Scorpion has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Salamanca misses with a looping right.
Scorpion appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Scorpion doesn't manage to clinch there - Salamanca circles away.
Salamanca throws an overhand right that lands on Scorpion's shoulder, as Scorpion tries to avoid the shot.
Salamanca throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Scorpion moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Salamanca fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Scorpion has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Scorpion checks a leg kick nicely.
A slow jab from Salamanca misses its intended target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Salamanca tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Scorpion is able to avoid easily.
It looked like Scorpion was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Salamanca.
Scorpion throws a predictable looking body shot
and Salamanca counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Scorpion tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Salamanca was well out of range. Poor timing from Scorpion.
Scorpion shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Scorpion throws a nice inside leg kick.
Scorpion slips under a jab from Salamanca.#T1#
Salamanca lands with a good body shot.
Salamanca throws a leg kick
and Scorpion counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CL#
Scorpion takes the fight into the clinch.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but Salamanca avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes.
Scorpion gets through Salamanca's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Scorpion avoiding damage as Salamanca throws knees to the body.
A nice left hand lands by Scorpion.
Scorpion is trying to maintain a safe position but Salamanca gets an underhook and turns Scorpion into the ropes.#BC2#
Salamanca escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A looping hook to the body misses from Scorpion. Salamanca does a little dance to reset his feet.
Salamanca fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Salamanca walks into a stiff left hand from Scorpion.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Salamanca lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Scorpion has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Scorpion and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Scorpion wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Scorpion looks to throw the jab but Salamanca is out of range.
Salamanca jabbing away but nothing is landing.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Scorpion fails in his attempt to clinch.
Scorpion takes a swing at Salamanca's ribcage but misses. #T2#
Salamanca fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Scorpion on the side of the head.
Scorpion fails in his attempt to clinch.
A leg kick checked by Scorpion.
Salamanca misses with a low kick.
Scorpion tries to clinch but Salamanca moves out of range.
Salamanca throws a leg kick but Scorpion checks it.
Salamanca just misses with a punch to the body.
Salamanca connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Salamanca tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.#CL#
Scorpion moves into range and clinches up with Salamanca.
Scorpion can't find room to land a body shot as Salamanca controls the action.
Scorpion blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Scorpion tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Salamanca's elbow.
Salamanca has a couple of punches blocked by Scorpion.
A shot in the inside from Scorpion.
Scorpion blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Salamanca lands an elbow inside. #CUT2#It looks like Silva Scorpion has been cut.
Scorpion tries to work over Salamanca's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Both guys are working to get underhooks. #T3#
Scorpion misses with some punches.
Scorpion tries a body shot but Salamanca blocks it. #BC2#
Salamanca breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Salamanca throws a leg kick but Scorpion sees it coming and moves out of range.
A counter left hand to the body from Scorpion misses its target.
Scorpion just misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion misses with a low kick.
Salamanca swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A jab from Scorpion does it's job there.
Salamanca throws a big shot that misses.
Scorpion keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #CL#
Scorpion has taken the fight to the clinch.
Salamanca using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Scorpion has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but Salamanca avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes.
A head punch on the inside from Salamanca fails to land.
Salamanca throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Scorpions head.
Scorpion lands a body punch in the clinch.
Salamanca working aggressively here.
A nice right hand lands inside from Scorpion.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Scorpion creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Scorpion lands a shot to the body.
Scorpion lands a hook that snaps the head of Salamanca backwards. #T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Salamanca tries to land a knee to the head but Scorpion blocks with his arms.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Scorpion.
Salamanca pushes off an throws an elbow but Scorpion leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the ropes.
Salamanca tries a knee to the head but Scorpion blocks it.
Salamanca is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Scorpion dodges an elbow strike from Salamanca.
Scorpion misses with a hook to the ribs.
Salamanca prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
Salamanca looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
A nice right hand lands inside from Scorpion.
Scorpion scores with an uppercut up the middle.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Salamanca. #BC2#
Salamanca breaks the clinch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Salamanca. Scorpion does a little dance to reset his feet.
Scorpion scores with a nice head shot.
Scorpion throws a nice outside leg kick.
Salamanca is looking to slow Scorpion down with leg kicks.
Scorpion moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Scorpion with a nice cross.
Scorpion lands a body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Silva Scorpion will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Silva Scorpion's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R5#
Salamanca moves out of range of the leg kick from Scorpion.
Salamanca flicks out a counter leg kick but Scorpion steps away.
Salamanca tries a head kick but it misses.
Scorpion avoids the head kick by Salamanca.
Salamanca lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Scorpion circles away quickly and effectively.
Scorpion tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Salamanca was well out of range. Poor timing from Scorpion.
Salamanca has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Salamanca there as he acknowledges the shot.
The fighters circling - Salamanca throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Salamanca.
Salamanca takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Scorpion tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Salamanca was well out of range. Poor timing from Scorpion.
Scorpion keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Scorpion closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Scorpion has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Salamanca finds it's way round the side to connect with Scorpion's head.
A clash of legs there as Salamanca blocks the low kick.
Salamanca fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Scorpion manages to avoid it.
Scorpion checks a low kick from Salamanca.
Salamanca connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Salamanca misses the shot to the body.
Scorpion looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Salamanca misses the shot to the body. #T1#
Scorpion scores with the left hand. Salamanca knows he should have avoided that one.
A lazy left from Salamanca finds it's target.
Salamanca takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Salamanca moves away from the strike by Scorpion.
Salamanca cracks Scorpion with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Salamanca waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Scorpion.
Scorpion stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Salamanca.
Salamanca avoids the body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion takes a swing at Salamanca's ribcage but misses.
Salamanca tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Scorpion is able to avoid easily.
Salamanca comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Scorpion tries to close the distance and clinch up but Salamanca swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Salamanca throws a leg kick but Scorpion moved away.#CL#
Scorpion darts in and clinches Salamanca up against the ropes.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Scorpion misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion lands a shoulder strike.
Marco Salamanca has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#BC2#
Salamanca breaks the clinch.
Salamanca connects with a single shot there.
Scorpion with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Scorpion throws a body shot but no joy.
Scorpion fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Salamanca looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Salamanca keeps the fight on the outside.
Salamanca jabs Scorpion right on the nose. Scorpion blinks but takes it well.
Scorpion connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Salamanca thumps Scorpion with a low kick.
Scorpion's corner calls for a 1-2. Scorpion obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Scorpion avoids the head kick by Salamanca.
Scorpion ducks under a wild hook from Salamanca.
Scorpion defending well as Salamanca loads up on a big left hand.
Scorpion goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
The fighters circling - Salamanca throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Scorpion tries to clinch up.
Scorpion ducks under a wild hook from Salamanca.
Scorpion misses with a looping left.#T3#
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Scorpion checks a leg kick.
Salamanca gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Scorpion chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Salamanca can pounce on him.
Salamanca avoids the head kick by Scorpion.
Salamanca throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Salamanca takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Scorpion ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Scorpion slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Salamanca takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Silva Scorpion is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Scorpion walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Salamanca misses with a hook. Scorpion ducked under it nicely.
The fight stays on the outside here - Scorpion looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Salamanca throws the kick towards the body but Scorpion avoids it.
Salamanca fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Scorpion checks it well.
Scorpion explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Salamanca misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Scorpion.
Salamanca misses with a body kick.
Salamanca has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.#T4#
Scorpion gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Salamanca.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Scorpion staying out of range there.
Scorpion displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Salamanca throws out the jab.
Scorpion uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Salamanca.
Scorpion feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Salamanca on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Scorpion steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Salamanca.
Salamanca looks to throw the jab but Scorpion is out of range.
Scorpion cracks Salamanca with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Salamanca takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Salamanca throws a shot from downtown. Scorpion moves away and avoids it.
Salamanca misses with a low kick.
Salamanca avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Scorpion connects with a leg kick.
Scorpion takes a jab right on the kisser.
A bone on bone clash there as Scorpion blocks the leg kick.
Salamanca takes a shot right to the bread basket.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion wants to clinch up but Salamanca keeps it at a distance.
Scorpion throws a body punch but Salamanca moves out of range.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 48:47
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 48:47
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 50:47

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Silva Scorpion!

Silva Scorpion retains his lightweight title!
A very excited looking Silva Scorpion 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: Proud FC 15     
Date:   Dec 17, 2021
#R1#
Maul misses with a lunging right hand
and Scorpion counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Maul on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Scorpion on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Maul misses with a hook. Scorpion ducked under it nicely. #CL#
Maul pushes Scorpion up against the ropes in a clinch.
A short uppercut from Scorpion.
With the two fighters working up against the ropes, Maul just misses with a elbow thrown towards Scorpion's brow.
With the fighters up against the ropes, Maul throws an elbow but misses.
Maul misses with an elbow over the top.
Scorpion has a couple of punches blocked by Maul.
Scorpion misses with a punch to the body.
Maul struggles to land a body shot inside as Scorpion controls his hands.
A hook to the body from Scorpion.
Scorpion scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Maul digs a right hand into Scorpion's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Scorpion's gas tank.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Maul misses with the head strike.
Maul misses with an elbow strike.
Scorpion makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Scorpion throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Scorpion can't find room to land a body shot as Maul controls the action.
Maul tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Scorpion's elbow.
I was talking to Maul's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Maul swings wildly with an uppercut but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scorpion presses Maul against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.#T1#
Scorpion taking a breather.
Nice body punch from Scorpion - that landed with a thud.
A left hand lands to the body for Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a body punch.
Maul is breathing heavily.
Scorpion gets through Maul's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Scorpion managing to block the knees to the body from Maul.
Scorpion blocking some punches.
Scorpion misses with a hook from the clinch.
Maul lands a damaging elbow.
Scorpion digs a right hand into Maul's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Maul's gas tank.
Scorpion working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A short right from Scorpion on the inside.
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
Maul takes a shot to the head.
Maul struggles to land a body shot inside as Scorpion controls his hands.
Scorpion lands a body punch in the clinch.
Scorpion is leaning against Maul and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Scorpion lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Scorpion on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Scorpion tries a body shot but Maul blocks it.
Scorpion tries to work over Maul's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T2#
Scorpion struggles to land a body shot inside as Maul controls his hands.
A right hand to the body from Scorpion.
Scorpion on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Scorpion lands with a short shot to the head.
Scorpion tries to stall but Maul uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Scorpion gets through Maul's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Scorpion creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Scorpion lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Maul tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Scorpion's elbow.
Scorpion lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A head punch on the inside from Maul fails to land.
Scorpion lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Scorpion has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Maul seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Scorpion can turn it around.
Scorpion working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Maul throws a head punch that misses.
Scorpion scores with a nice hook to the head.
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Maul tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Scorpion's elbow.
Scorpion tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Maul's elbow.
Maul misses with a body punch.
Scorpion prevents a body shot from Maul.
Maul throws an elbow but it's blocked.
A short right from Scorpion. #T3#
Still in the clinch, Scorpion scores with a nice short uppercut.
Maul landing knees to the body.
Maul lands a nice elbow.
Maul putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Scorpion in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Scorpion lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Maul tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Scorpion takes a shot to the head.
Maul throws an elbow that misses.
Scorpion lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Maul backwards.
Scorpion working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Maul softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
Scorpion throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Scorpion swings wildly with an uppercut but Maul uses good head movement to avoid it.
Maul tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Maul landing knees to the head.
Scorpion misses with a punch on the inside.
Scorpion misses with a hook to the ribs. #T4#
Maul tries to work over Scorpion's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Maul blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Scorpion trying to control the position but instead, Maul has worked for underhooks and has pushed Scorpion into the ropes.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Maul prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Maul backwards.
Scorpion on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
With the two fighters working up against the ropes, Maul just misses with a elbow thrown towards Scorpion's brow.
Maul tries to land knees in the clinch but Scorpion avoids the damage to the body.
Maul doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Maul tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Scorpion working aggressively here.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Scorpion scores with a nice hook to the head.
Maul misses with a shot to the kidneys.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A head punch on the inside from Scorpion fails to land.
Scorpion blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Scorpion misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Maul throws a low kick, looking for Scorpion's leg but Scorpion calmly moves out of range.
Maul throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Scorpion sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Maul blocks a jab.
Scorpion lands with a shot to the body.
A decent looking cross lands there for Scorpion.
Scorpion defending well as Maul loads up on a big left hand.
Maul swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Scorpion makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Scorpion checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Scorpion bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nice uppercut there from Maul.
Maul takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Scorpion bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Maul's head backwards.
Maul lands with an overhand left.
Maul scores with a jab to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Maul throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Scorpion is looking to slow Maul down with leg kicks.
Maul is looking to slow Scorpion down with leg kicks.
Maul wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Maul clobbers Scorpion with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#T1#
Maul tries to clinch
letting Scorpion counter with a right hand. #CL2#
Scorpion rushes Maul and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
Scorpion lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Maul struggles to land a body shot inside as Scorpion controls his hands.
Maul struggles to land a body shot inside as Scorpion controls his hands.
Scorpion digs a right hand underneath Maul's ribcage. Maul let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Maul pushes off an throws an elbow but Scorpion leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the ropes.
Maul pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the ropes.
Maul throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Scorpion blocks it with crossed arms.
Scorpion lands a left hand that snaps the head of Maul backwards.
Maul throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Scorpion struggles to land a body shot inside as Maul controls his hands.
Scorpion tries a body shot but Maul blocks it.
Maul misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Scorpion breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Maul misses with a right hand
and Scorpion counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Scorpion tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Nice shot by Maul.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Scorpion uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Maul has time to react.#CL2#
Scorpion fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Maul, pushing him back against the ropes.#T2#
Scorpion avoiding damage as Maul throws knees to the body.
Maul blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Scorpion lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Maul backwards.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Maul creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Maul blocks a body shot from Scorpion.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a left hand that snaps the head of Maul backwards.
Scorpion lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Maul.
Scorpion blocks an uppercut.
Maul tries a knee to the head but Scorpion blocks it.
Scorpion dodges an elbow strike from Maul.
Scorpion blocks an elbow strike.
Still in the clinch, Scorpion scores with a nice short uppercut.
Maul misses with the head strike.
Scorpion has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Maul's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Maul misses with a body punch.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Maul obliges.
Maul tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Nice body punch from Scorpion.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Maul tries to work over Scorpion's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Scorpion lands with a light punch inside.
Silva Scorpion seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#T3#
A shot in the inside from Scorpion.
Maul lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Maul wants to stall.
Maul throws an elbow but it misses.
Scorpion makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Scorpion.
Scorpion on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Scorpion pushes Maul back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Scorpion stalling in the clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Scorpion.
Maul with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Scorpion lands a left hand that snaps the head of Maul backwards.
Maul tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Scorpion.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
Maul tries a knee to the head but Scorpion blocks it.
Scorpion lands a left hand that snaps the head of Maul backwards.
Maul misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T4#
Maul working aggressively here.
Maul pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the ropes.
Scorpion goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Scorpion goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Scorpion stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Maul.
Scorpion blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Scorpion has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Maul tries a body shot but Scorpion blocks it.
Scorpion softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
A short left from Scorpion.
Scorpion can't find room to land a body shot as Maul controls the action.
Maul misses with a body punch.
Scorpion tries a body shot but Maul blocks it.
Maul digs a right hand underneath Scorpion's ribcage. Scorpion let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Scorpion.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Maul has a couple of punches blocked by Scorpion. #BC2#
Scorpion escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL2#
Scorpion gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Scorpion tries a body shot but Maul blocks it.
Maul throws a head punch that misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.#R3#
Maul throws a shot from downtown. Scorpion moves away and avoids it.
Scorpion avoids the head kick by Maul.
Scorpion cracks Maul with a right hand to the side of the head.#CL2#
Scorpion rushes Maul and presses him up against the ropes.
Scorpion lands a hook that snaps the head of Maul backwards.
Scorpion throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Mauls head.
Maul digs a right hand underneath Scorpion's ribcage. Scorpion let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Maul pushes off an throws an elbow but Scorpion leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the ropes.
Maul scores with a knee to the head.
Scorpion lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Maul or not.
Maul blocking some punches.
Maul lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
A hook to the body from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Maul backwards.
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!
Scorpion holding his opponent close, against the ropes.
Scorpion can't find room to land a body shot as Maul controls the action.
A short right from Scorpion.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Scorpion avoiding damage as Maul throws knees to the body.
Scorpion lands with a short punch from the clinch. #T1#
Scorpion lands a shot to the body.
Scorpion scores with a shot to the side of Maul's head.
Maul tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Maul missing with knees to the body.
Scorpion tries a body shot but Maul blocks it.
Scorpion lands a left hand that snaps the head of Maul backwards.
Scorpion blocks an uppercut.
Maul with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Scorpion goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Maul tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Maul swings wildly with an uppercut but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scorpion is working Maul over against the ropes.
Maul blocks a body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion has Maul pressed against the ropes.
Scorpion tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Maul's elbow.
Scorpion stalling in the clinch but Maul improves position.
Scorpion blocks an elbow strike from Maul.
A nice right hand lands inside from Scorpion. #T2#
Scorpion digs a right hand into Maul's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Maul's gas tank.
Maul throws a punch but it's blocked by Scorpion.
Maul misses with a hook to the ribs.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Scorpion creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Scorpion lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Scorpion makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Scorpion tries a body shot but Maul blocks it.
Scorpion digs a right hand underneath Maul's ribcage. Maul let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Scorpion lands with a right to the head.
Maul tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Scorpion lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Scorpion.
Scorpion presses Maul against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Scorpion lands a left hand.
Scorpion lands a nice shot to the body.
Scorpion lands with a light punch inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Scorpion. #ROC2#Maul is rocked!
Scorpion lands a hook that snaps the head of Maul backwards.
Oh Maul is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
A short right from Scorpion on the inside.
Scorpion works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Scorpion cracks Maul with a nice body shot.#T3#
Scorpion goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Scorpion lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Scorpion taking a breather.
Scorpion's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Maul misses with a punch on the inside.
Scorpion working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Scorpion lands a body punch in the clinch.
Scorpion lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A body shot lands from Scorpion.
Scorpion working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Scorpion struggles to land a body shot inside as Maul controls his hands.
Maul throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Scorpion blocks it with crossed arms.
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
Scorpion lands with a short shot to the head.
Scorpion lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Scorpion dodges an elbow strike from Maul.
A short left from Scorpion.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Maul is working Scorpion over against the ropes.
Scorpion lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Maul takes a shot to the head. #T4#
Maul tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Maul lands a nice elbow.
Scorpion scores with a shot to the side of Maul's head.
Scorpion creates a bit of distance and cracks Maul with a big uppercut! Maul goes down! The referee pushes Scorpion away into a neutral corner and starts the count. 4,5,6,7. Will Maul make it up in time? He's still flopping around all over the place! The referee has called off the fight! Scorpion takes it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:18 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Silva Scorpion! Silva Scorpion retains his bantamweight title!
An out of breath Silva Scorpion thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: Proud FC 9 - Shockwave     
Date:   Nov 05, 2021
#R1#
Lee throws a lazy right hand but Scorpion sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Scorpion lets loose with a powerful body kick. Lee will feel that in the morning.
Lee lands a really nice looking cross but Scorpion seems unphased.
Scorpion throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Scorpion goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Scorpion scores with a jab to the body.
Scorpion buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Scorpion throws a leg kick but Lee sees it coming and moves out of range.
Silva Scorpion seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lee fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Scorpion manages to avoid it.
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lee moves away.
Scorpion takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Scorpion throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lee really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Lee throws a looping overhand right but Scorpion ducks down to avoid it.
Scorpion misses with a lunging right hand
letting Lee counter with a right hand.
Scorpion takes a body punch but keeps moving.
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!
Lee misses with an uppercut.
Scorpion wants to clinch up but Lee keeps it at a distance.
Lee misses with a wild body shot.
Scorpion throws out a counter right but Lee avoids it with no problem.
A swing and a miss from Lee.
Nice straight punches there by Lee. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Lee.#T1#
Lee throws a head kick but Scorpion moves out of range.
Scorpion scores with a leg kick.
Lee swings for the body but Scorpion moves out of range.
Scorpion is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Scorpion ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Scorpion connects with a body shot that sends Lee's belly button to the back.
Lee throws a head kick that misses. #CL2#
Lee tries to keep at a distance but Scorpion has taken the fight into the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Scorpion.
Scorpion working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Scorpion blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Scorpion tries a body shot but Lee blocks it.
Lee misses with some punches.
Our sources have told us that Lee has been working on his elbows in the gym.
Scorpion can't find room to land a body shot as Lee controls the action.
Scorpion working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Lee wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Scorpion has him pressed against the ropes.#BC#
Lee manages to break the clinch. #T2#
Lee tries to land a front kick but Scorpion steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Scorpion tries to clinch but Lee is having none of it.
Lee misses with an uppercut. Scorpion saw that one coming.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
No joy there for Lee, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Scorpion looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Lee darts in trying to clinch
and Scorpion counters with a thumping low kick.
Lee stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Scorpion.
Nice uppercut there from Scorpion.
Scorpion is looking to slow Lee down with leg kicks.
Lee slips a straight right by Scorpion.
It looked like Lee wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Lee wants to land a leg kick but Scorpion is out of range.
Lee cracks a nice hook into Scorpion's ribs.
Scorpion throws a shot to the body.
Lee on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Scorpion. Scorpion obviously looking to wear him down.
Scorpion attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Scorpion misses with a straight right.
Scorpion digs a good hook to Lee's body.
A low kick from Scorpion misses
and Lee counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena. #T3#
Scorpion connects with a right hand. Lee shakes it off.
Lee tries to close the distance and clinch up but Scorpion swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Scorpion swings for the body but Lee moves out of range.
Scorpion closes the distance but Lee moves to the side
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Scorpion throws a leg kick but Lee sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Lee throws a head kick that misses
enabling Scorpion to counter with a crisp jab.
Scorpion scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Lee doesn't seem bothered though.
Scorpion throws a shot to the body.
Lee throws a head kick that misses.
Scorpion scores with a crisp jab that stopped Lee in his tracks.
Lee lands a nice hook to Scorpion's body. Scorpion takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Scorpion looks to score with a jab to the body but Lee is just out of range.
A jab from Lee misses.
Scorpion misses the jab.
A solid leg kick lands there for Lee.
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!
Lee blocks the body kick. #T4#
Scorpion looks to score with a jab to the body but Lee is just out of range.#CL2#
Scorpion moves into range and clinches up with Lee.
A right hook to the body lands for Lee.
Scorpion is trying to break the clinch but Lee is controlling him.
Lee blocks an uppercut.
Scorpion lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Scorpion pushes Lee back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Scorpion lands a shot to the body.
A nice right hand lands inside from Scorpion.
Lee misses with a hook from the clinch.
Lee swings wildly with an uppercut but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scorpion scores with an uppercut up the middle.#ROC2#Lee is rocked!
The referee is keeping an eye on Scorpion - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Oh Lee is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Lee has a couple of punches blocked by Scorpion.
Scorpion lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Lee misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Lee working hard to break the clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion breaks the clinch momentarily and cracks Lee with a big right hook that drops him to the canvas! Lee looks like he might be in big trouble here! The referee has started the count straight away and we're up to 5 already. Lee get to one knee - can he make it back to his feet? No, he's flopped back to the mat - he's out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Silva Scorpion!
Silva Scorpion is the new bantamweight champion!
Silva Scorpion decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: Proud FC 5- ONE Revolution     
Date:   Oct 08, 2021
#R1#
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Salamanca moves away.
Scorpion takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Salamanca misses with a hook.
Salamanca lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Salamanca throws a right hand that Scorpion ducks under and follows up with a left that Scorpion also avoids with ease.
Salamanca swats away the attempt to clinch by Scorpion.
Salamanca looks to score with a jab to the body but Scorpion is just out of range.
Scorpion dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Salamanca. That did some damage!
Salamanca has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Scorpion.
Scorpion misses the shot to the body.
Scorpion keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
It looked like Scorpion was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Salamanca.
Scorpion misses with a body shot.
Scorpion looking to land some kicks to the body here.
A bone on bone clash there as Salamanca blocks the leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A telegraphed right hand from Salamanca misses the target.
Salamanca fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Scorpion looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
A nice leg kick lands there from Salamanca.
Salamanca tries to land a leg kick but Scorpion saw it coming and moves away.
Scorpion lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scorpion lands with a straight right. Salamanca didn't see that one coming.
Salamanca takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#T1#
An inside leg kick lands from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Scorpion.
Salamanca throws a looping overhand right but Scorpion ducks down to avoid it.
Scorpion throws a counter high kick but Salamanca was just alert enough to avoid it.
Scorpion bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Salamanca's head.
Scorpion avoids the body shot from Salamanca.
The fighters circling - Salamanca throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Scorpion tried to counter with a leg kick but Salamanca avoided it.
Salamanca slips a straight right by Scorpion.
Scorpion jabs Salamanca to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Scorpion blocks a leg kick.
Scorpion stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Salamanca.
Salamanca throws out a leg kick but Scorpion moves out of range and Salamanca only half commits.
Scorpion blocks a head kick by Salamanca.
Scorpion with a jab.
Scorpion throws a hook but Salamanca blocks it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nice cross by Salamanca.
Salamanca keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Scorpion throws an overhand right that lands on Salamanca's shoulder, as Salamanca tries to avoid the shot.
Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Salamanca.
A big left from Salamanca misses.
Scorpion looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Salamanca checks a leg kick.#T2#
Scorpion pivots, looking for a leg kick but Salamanca is out of range and Scorpion settles back down.
Salamanca throws a combination. Scorpion tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Salamanca clobbers Scorpion with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Salamanca waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Scorpion.
Salamanca misses with a low kick as Scorpion jumps back.
Salamanca is looking to score with low kicks.
Salamanca takes a swing at Scorpion's ribcage but misses. #CL#
Scorpion rushes Salamanca and presses him up against the ropes.
Salamanca wants to break free but Scorpion has control. #BC2#
Salamanca manages to break the clinch.
Salamanca tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Scorpion appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Scorpion just misses with a punch to the body.
Salamanca tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Scorpion was well out of range. Poor timing from Salamanca.
Salamanca pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Scorpion slips a jab from Salamanca.
Scorpion scores with a shot to the body.
Salamanca misses the shot to the body.
A jab from Scorpion misses.
Good standup being displayed there by Scorpion as he connects with a hook.
A jab from Salamanca does it's job there.
Salamanca bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T3#
Scorpion throws a body shot but no joy.
Scorpion slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Salamanca lands a leg kick that knocks Scorpion off balance momentarily.
Scorpion attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
A little jabbing left from Salamanca on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Salamanca throws an overhand right that lands on Scorpion's shoulder, as Scorpion tries to avoid the shot.
Scorpion slips under a jab.
Salamanca misses with a looping right.
Salamanca with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Scorpion getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#CL#
Salamanca gets tackled into the ropes by Scorpion. Scorpion maintains the clinch.
Scorpion pushes Salamanca back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A short right from Scorpion on the inside.
Nice body punch from Scorpion.
Scorpion is trying to stall.
Salamanca lands an elbow inside that Scorpion shrugs off.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Scorpion tries a body shot but Salamanca blocks it.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but Salamanca avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes.
Scorpion tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Salamanca's elbow.
Scorpion avoiding damage as Salamanca throws knees to the body.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T4#
Salamanca is trying to break free.
Scorpion fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion can't find room to land a body shot as Salamanca controls the action. #BC2#
Salamanca escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Salamanca misses with a hook. Scorpion ducked under it nicely.
Scorpion has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Salamanca.
A looping hook to the body misses from Scorpion. Salamanca does a little dance to reset his feet.
Scorpion connects with a leg kick.
Salamanca checks a leg kick.
Scorpion tries to close the distance and clinch but Salamanca swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Scorpion connects with a body shot.
A punch combination from Salamanca misses.
Salamanca throws a body kick that misses.
Salamanca walks into a stiff left hand from Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Salamanca tests Scorpion's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Scorpion turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Salamanca misses with a body kick.
Scorpion swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Salamanca misses with a left hand
and Scorpion counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Silva Scorpion will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Salamanca with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Salamanca.
Salamanca uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Scorpion.
A jab lands there for Salamanca.
Salamanca misses with an attempted mid kick.
A little feinted left hand from Scorpion on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Scorpion has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Salamanca.
The fight stays on the outside here - Scorpion looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Scorpion on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Scorpion tries to clinch but Salamanca is having none of it. #CL#
Scorpion moves into range and clinches up with Salamanca.
A nice left hand lands by Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scorpion softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Salamanca has a couple of punches blocked by Scorpion.
Scorpion tries a body shot but Salamanca blocks it.
Scorpion lands on the inside with an uppercut.
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!
Salamanca's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Salamanca tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Scorpion avoids it.
Salamanca blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T1#
Scorpion misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion lands a hook that snaps the head of Salamanca backwards.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Scorpion.
Salamanca is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Scorpion is defending well for now.
Scorpion lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Salamanca blocks a body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion blocks an elbow strike from Salamanca.
Salamanca is trying to break free.
Scorpion fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Salamanca escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Salamanca takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Scorpion takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Salamanca jabs Scorpion right on the nose. Scorpion blinks but takes it well.
Scorpion thows a left - swing and a miss!
Salamanca avoids the head kick by Scorpion.
Scorpion tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Salamanca was well out of range. Poor timing from Scorpion.
Salamanca throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Salamanca blocks a low kick nicely.
Scorpion scores with a jab.
Scorpion misses with a hook. Salamanca ducked under it nicely.
Salamanca flicks out a counter leg kick but Scorpion steps away.
A looping hook to the body misses from Scorpion. Salamanca does a little dance to reset his feet.#T2#
Salamanca scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Scorpion doesn't seem bothered though.
Scorpion keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Scorpion wants to clinch but Salamanca slips to the side
and Salamanca counters with a good low kick that Scorpion was not able to check.
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Salamanca moves away.
Salamanca looks to score with a jab to the body but Scorpion is just out of range.
Scorpion dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Salamanca walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Marco Salamanca seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Salamanca keeps the fight on the outside.
Scorpion slips a straight right by Salamanca.
Salamanca tries to land a front kick but Scorpion steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
A head kick misses from Salamanca.
Scorpion fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Salamanca manages to avoid it.
Salamanca throws a solid leg kick but Scorpion takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Salamanca.
Salamanca keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Salamanca works the jab nicely.
Salamanca takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Scorpion with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Salamanca to score with a decent uppercut.
A clash of legs there as Scorpion blocks the low kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Salamanca. Scorpion does a little dance to reset his feet.
Scorpion swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Scorpion here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.#T3#
Scorpion digs a good hook to Salamanca's body.
Salamanca throws a half hearted mid kick.
Scorpion misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Salamanca.
Salamanca throws a right hand that misses
and Scorpion cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Scorpion gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Salamanca takes a swing at Scorpion's ribcage but misses.
A chopping leg kick lands by Salamanca.
Salamanca on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Salamanca takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Scorpion staying out of range there.
Scorpion is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Scorpion slips under a jab from Salamanca.
Scorpion uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Salamanca.
A counter left hand to the body from Scorpion misses its target.
Scorpion throws the left hand but Salamanca avoids the punch easily.
Salamanca blocks a jab.
Scorpion jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Scorpion is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Salamanca walks into a straight right hand from Scorpion.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Scorpion tries to clinch up.
A jab lands there for Scorpion.
A cross from Scorpion lands.#T4#
Scorpion pushes Salamanca away with a front kick.
Scorpion keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Scorpion needs to keep his hands up - Salamanca had a free shot at his head there.
Salamanca looks to land a left hand but Scorpion moved out of range nicely.
Scorpion lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Salamanca misses with a hook.
Salamanca throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Salamanca is pinned up against the ropes taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Salamanca throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scorpion takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Salamanca tries to land a front kick but Scorpion steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Salamanca throws a solid leg kick but Scorpion takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Salamanca.
An attempted straight right counter from Scorpion misses the target.
Salamanca keeps the fight on the outside.
Salamanca throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Scorpion sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Scorpion tries to clinch up but Salamanca circles away and keeps his distance.
Salamanca is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Salamanca throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Salamanca lands a head kick!
Scorpion scores with a shot to the body.
Salamanca loads up on a big right hand but Scorpion slips the punch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Silva Scorpion will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R3#
Scorpion walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Salamanca is looking to land body kicks.
Scorpion on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Salamanca throws the left hand but Scorpion avoids the punch easily.
Scorpion avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Scorpion throws a body shot but no joy.
Salamanca throws a nice inside leg kick.
Scorpion looks to throw the jab but Salamanca is out of range.
Salamanca with the inside leg kick.
Salamanca drops his hands momentarily and Scorpion takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Salamanca misses with a looping left.
A head kick misses from Scorpion.
Scorpion moves out of range of the body kick from Salamanca.
Scorpion catches Salamanca with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Salamanca tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Scorpion swings for the body but Salamanca moves out of range.
Salamanca throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Salamanca has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Scorpion stuns Salamanca with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Scorpion chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Scorpion digs a good hook to Salamanca's body. #T1#
Scorpion connects with a solid leg kick.
Scorpion throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scorpion avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Scorpion finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Scorpion tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Salamanca manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Salamanca looks like he wants to counter punch here.
A head kick misses from Salamanca.
Salamanca fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Scorpion on the side of the head.
Scorpion is looking to clinch.
Scorpion blocks a head kick by Salamanca. #CL#
Scorpion closes the distance and clinches.
Scorpion stalling the fight.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but Salamanca avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes.
Scorpion throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Salamancas head.
Scorpion stalling in the clinch but Salamanca improves position.
Scorpion working aggressively here.
Salamanca lands with a short punch from the clinch. #BC2#
Salamanca breaks from the clinch.
Salamanca lands with a slapping head kick.
Scorpion walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Scorpion just misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion just misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion blocks the body kick.
Salamanca goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Scorpion throws a big counter combination but Salamanca scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Salamanca on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Scorpion. Scorpion obviously looking to wear him down.
That kick from Scorpion tenderised Salamanca's leg. Salamanca is trying to keep his angry face on.#CL#
Scorpion takes the fight into the clinch.
Salamanca trying to land knees to the body.
Silva Scorpion has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Scorpion scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Scorpion misses with some punches.
Scorpion lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Salamanca has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Salamanca is trying to force a seperation but Scorpion has the dominant position.
Salamanca misses with a knee strike.
Salamanca is trying to break the clinch but Scorpion is controlling him.
Salamanca is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
Scorpion working aggressively here.
Salamanca is trying to break the clinch but Scorpion has him pressed against the ropes.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but Salamanca avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes. #T3#
Salamanca is trying to break free.
Scorpion working aggressively here.
Scorpion lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Salamanca.
Scorpion lands a right hand that snaps the head of Salamanca backwards. #BC2#
Salamanca breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Salamanca connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
A bone on bone clash there as Scorpion blocks the leg kick.
Scorpion punishes Salamanca's body with a nice straight punch.
Scorpion tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Salamanca fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Scorpion is out of range.
Scorpion goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Nice uppercut lands for Salamanca. That snapped Scorpion's head back.
Salamanca attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
As Salamanca looks to move away, Scorpion throws a big counter combo but Salamanca just gets out of the way.
Scorpion wants to clinch.#CL#
Scorpion has closed the distance and engaged Salamanca in a clinch. #T4#
Scorpion throws a punch but it's blocked by Salamanca.
Salamanca lands an uppercut.
Salamanca wants to get back to striking at distance but Scorpion won't allow it. #BC2#
Salamanca pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Scorpion throws a right and a left that Salamanca avoids nicely.
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!
Salamanca throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Salamanca pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Scorpion was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Scorpion tries to bum rush Salamanca with a series of wild strikes but Salamanca uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Nice defenses there by Scorpion.
A jab from Salamanca misses.
Scorpion cracks a nice hook into Salamanca's ribs.
Scorpion slips a straight right by Salamanca.
Salamanca keeps the fight on the outside.
Salamanca doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Scorpion displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Salamanca throws out the jab.
Salamanca scoring well with a low kick there.
Nice straight punches there by Salamanca. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Salamanca.
Scorpion throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Salamanca to counter with a crisp jab.
A clash of legs there as Salamanca blocks the low kick.
Salamanca thinks about the counter body kick.
Nice uppercut lands for Scorpion. That snapped Salamanca's head back.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Silva Scorpion did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R4#
Salamanca dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Scorpion. That did some damage!
Salamanca misses with a body shot
and Scorpion counters with a nice uppercut.
Scorpion scores with a jab. Salamanca acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Scorpion tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Salamanca misses with a straight right.
Scorpion was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Scorpion steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Salamanca. That one must have hurt.
Salamanca walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Salamanca throws a leg kick that misses.
Scorpion lands a front kick.
Salamanca misses the jab.
Scorpion takes a swing at Salamanca's ribcage but misses.
Salamanca comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Scorpion lands a jab to the nose.
Scorpion blocks the body kick.
Salamanca jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Scorpion throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scorpion is looking to clinch but Salamanca is avoiding it.
Salamanca pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Decent striking displayed by Salamanca there.#T1#
Scorpion misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Salamanca.
Scorpion bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Salamanca keeps the fight on the outside.
A looping hook to the body misses from Scorpion. Salamanca does a little dance to reset his feet.
Salamanca lands a high kick!
Salamanca finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Scorpion fails with an attempt to clinch.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Scorpion.
And Salamanca responds with a good body kick, but Scorpion manages to step out the way in time.
Scorpion tries to clinch there but Salamanca circles away.
Scorpion lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
A big right from Salamanca misses.
Scorpion was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Salamanca throws a body punch but Scorpion moves out of range.
Scorpion ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Salamanca just misses with a punch to the body.
Salamanca throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Salamanca pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Scorpion tests Salamanca's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Salamanca drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#T2#
Scorpion swings for the body but Salamanca moves out of range.
Salamanca throws the kick towards the body but Scorpion avoids it.
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Salamanca moves away.
Salamanca takes a shot to the body in his stride.
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!
Scorpion misses with an uppercut. Salamanca saw that one coming.
Salamanca takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Scorpion blocks a low kick nicely.#CL#
Scorpion has Salamanca up against the ropes in a clinch.
Salamanca prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
Salamanca landing knees to the head.
Scorpion pushes Salamanca back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Scorpion has Salamanca pressed against the ropes.
Scorpion lands a nice shot to the body.
Scorpion lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Scorpion tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Salamanca's elbow. #BC2#
Salamanca's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Scorpion moves out of range of the leg kick from Salamanca.#T3#
Scorpion on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Salamanca. Salamanca obviously looking to wear him down.
Salamanca missing with a left hand there. Scorpion was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Scorpion is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Scorpion blocks the body kick.
Salamanca missing with a left hand there. Scorpion was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Scorpion lands with an overhand left.
Scorpion darts in trying to clinch
and Salamanca counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
An inside leg kick from Scorpion misses. #CL#
Scorpion takes the fight into the clinch. #BC2#
Salamanca breaks the clinch.
Scorpion misses with a looping right.
Salamanca looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A right-left combo lands from Salamanca.
Salamanca throws an overhand right that lands on Scorpion's shoulder, as Scorpion tries to avoid the shot.
Scorpion doesn't manage to clinch there - Salamanca circles away.
Scorpion throws a sloppy body shot
enabling Salamanca to counter with a crisp jab.
A swing and a miss from Salamanca.#T4#
Salamanca motions for Scorpion to come forward. Salamanca throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Salamanca is looking to score with low kicks.
Scorpion throws a big shot that misses.
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Salamanca moves away.
Salamanca unleashes a big counter combination but Scorpion bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Scorpion changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Salamanca is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Scorpion.
Salamanca shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Salamanca fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Scorpion checks it well.
Scorpion lands with a thumping leg kick.
Scorpion cracks Salamanca with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Salamanca throws a leg kick but Scorpion sees it coming and moves out of range. #CL#
Scorpion rushes Salamanca and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.#BC2#
Salamanca breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Salamanca moves away.
Salamanca checks the leg kick.
Scorpion throws a sloppy head kick and Salamanca moves out of range easily.
Scorpion throws an overhand right that lands on Salamanca's shoulder, as Salamanca tries to avoid the shot.
Scorpion avoids the body shot from Salamanca.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Silva Scorpion will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R5#
A swing and a miss from Salamanca.
A telegraphed right hand from Salamanca misses the target.
Scorpion misses with a body shot.
Salamanca misses with a wild body shot.
A nice leg kick lands there from Salamanca.
Salamanca misses the jab.
Scorpion slips under a jab.
Scorpion looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Salamanca scores with a kick to the midsection.
Scorpion getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Scorpion fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Salamanca keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Salamanca uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Sloppy strikes from Scorpion. Those never looked like landing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Salamanca tries a head kick but it misses.
Salamanca throws a leg kick but Scorpion sees it coming and moves out of range.
Salamanca will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Salamanca throws a series of punches but Scorpion avoids them all with ease.
Scorpion throws a leg kick but Salamanca sees it coming and moves out of range.
Scorpion staying out of range there.#T1#
Salamanca uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Scorpion.
Salamanca shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Scorpion swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Scorpion wants to clinch.
Salamanca throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Scorpion sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Salamanca missing with a left hand there. Scorpion was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Scorpion tries to clinch up but Salamanca circles away and keeps his distance.
Scorpion lands with a thumping leg kick.
Scorpion scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Salamanca doesn't seem bothered though.
Salamanca lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#CL#
Scorpion moves into range and clinches up with Salamanca.
Salamanca working hard to break the clinch.
Salamanca holding his opponent close, against the ropes.
Scorpion lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.#BC2#
Salamanca breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Scorpion tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Salamanca was well out of range. Poor timing from Scorpion.
Marco Salamanca has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Salamanca is looking to slow Scorpion down with leg kicks.
Scorpion takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Salamanca misses with a leg kick.
Salamanca throws a lazy uppercut
and Scorpion cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
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!
Salamanca connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Salamanca tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Salamanca blocks the body kick.
Good exchange - Scorpion coming out on top.
Scorpion waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Salamanca.
Scorpion fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Salamanca looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
A big right from Scorpion misses.
Salamanca missing with a left hand there. Scorpion was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Salamanca fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Scorpion with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Jab by Scorpion.
Scorpion takes a shot right to the bread basket.
A swing and a miss from Salamanca.
Salamanca slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#T3#
Scorpion misses with a low kick as Salamanca jumps back.
A little jabbing left from Salamanca on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Salamanca throws a hook but Scorpion avoids it easily.#CL#
Scorpion moves into the clinch successfully.
Scorpion lands with a left to the head. #BC#
Scorpion manages to break the clinch.
Scorpion looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Scorpion lands a nice looking body shot.
Scorpion lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Salamanca takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Silva Scorpion is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Salamanca looks to land a left hand but Scorpion moved out of range nicely.
Scorpion swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
An inside leg kick lands from Salamanca.
Salamanca scores with a nice right hand.
Scorpion scores with a push kick.
Scorpion throws a shot to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL#
Scorpion moves into the clinch successfully.
Scorpion has Salamanca pressed against the ropes, preventing Salamanca from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#BC2#
Salamanca breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #T4#
Scorpion throws a hook but Salamanca blocks it.
Scorpion darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Salamanca pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Scorpion ducks under a wild hook from Salamanca.
A nice inside leg kick there by Salamanca. That's going to slow Scorpion down.
Scorpion with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Scorpion blocks a low kick nicely.
Salamanca throws a solid leg kick but Scorpion takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Salamanca.
Salamanca takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Salamanca misses with a body shot.
Scorpion cracks Salamanca with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the ropes.
Salamanca tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Scorpion was well out of range. Poor timing from Salamanca.
Salamanca throws a leg kick but Scorpion sees it coming and moves out of range.
Scorpion lands with a nice body punch.
Salamanca is looking to land body kicks.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Salamanca throws a hook but Scorpion blocks it.
Scorpion cracks a nice hook into Salamanca's ribs.

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 Silva Scorpion.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Scorpion, 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 Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 50:46
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 50:45
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 50:45

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Silva Scorpion!

Silva Scorpion retains his lightweight title!
A very excited looking Silva Scorpion 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: Proud FC 1     
Date:   Sep 03, 2021
#R1#
Kovingten connects with a leg kick.
Kovingten moves into range and connects with a jab.
Kovingten is looking to score with low kicks.#CL2#
Kovingten clinches.
Scorpion misses with a short punch on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with the head strike.
Kovingten lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. #CUT2#It looks like Silva Scorpion has been cut.
Kovingten lands a right hand that snaps the head of Scorpion backwards.
Kovingten lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Scorpion or not.
Kovingten misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kovingten missing with knees to the body.
Kovingten creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Kovingten lands a left hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kovingten wants to break the clinch but can't.
Scorpion dodges an elbow strike from Kovingten.
Scorpion scores with an uppercut up the middle.
I was talking to Scorpion's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Scorpion works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Kovingten lands an elbow inside that Scorpion shrugs off.
Kovingten is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Scorpion is defending well for now.#BC2#
Kovingten pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kovingten throws a leg kick but Scorpion checks it. #T1##CL#
Scorpion moves into the clinch.
Kovingten scores with a shot to the side of Scorpion's head.
A head punch on the inside from Kovingten fails to land.
Kovingten 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.
Scorpion lands a right hand.
Nice body punch from Scorpion - that landed with a thud.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Scorpion dodges an elbow strike from Kovingten.
Scorpion works on Kovingten's body with a couple of short punches.
Scorpion lands a shoulder strike.
Scorpion goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Scorpion tries to stall but Kovingten uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Kovingten tries a body shot but Scorpion blocks it.
Scorpion lands a nice uppercut.
Scorpion lands with a left to the head.
A head punch on the inside from Scorpion fails to land.
Scorpion trying to control the position but instead, Kovingten has worked for underhooks and has pushed Scorpion into the ropes.
Scorpion can't find room to land a body shot as Kovingten controls the action.
Scorpion tries a body shot but Kovingten blocks it.
Kovingten misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Scorpion. #T2#
Scorpion tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kovingten throws an elbow but it's blocked.
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!
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
A short left from Kovingten.
A frustrated look appears on Kovingten's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Kovingten blocks a body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands with a right to the head.
Scorpion misses with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion blocks an elbow strike from Kovingten.
A head punch on the inside from Kovingten fails to land.
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kovingten working aggressively here.
A short left from Kovingten.
Kovingten misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Scorpion working aggressively here.
Kovingten is trying to break the clinch but Scorpion has him pressed against the ropes.
Scorpion lands a nice shot to the body.
Kovingten working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Scorpion lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Kovingten scores with a shoulder strike.
Kovingten looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Scorpion stalling in the clinch but Kovingten improves position. #T3##BC2#
Kovingten manages to break the clinch.
Scorpion defending well as Kovingten loads up on a big left hand.
Kovingten throws a head kick but Scorpion moves out of range.
Scorpion throws a low kick but Kovingten moves out of range easily.
Kovingten takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Kovingten avoids the head kick by Scorpion.
Kovingten lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#CL2#
Kovingten has taken the fight to the clinch.
Scorpion lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Scorpion gets through Kovingten's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Scorpion lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Kovingten blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
With the two fighters working up against the ropes, Kovingten just misses with a elbow thrown towards Scorpion's brow.
Scorpion swings wildly with an uppercut but Kovingten uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scorpion fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short uppercut from Kovingten.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Scorpion blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Kovingten lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Scorpion tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T4##BC2#
Kovingten breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Scorpion throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Scorpion scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kovingten doesn't seem bothered though.
Kovingten throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
As Kovingten looks to move away, Scorpion throws a big counter combo but Kovingten just gets out of the way.
A leg kick checked by Scorpion.
Kovingten doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Kovingten lands a glancing blow to the side of Scorpion's head.
Good exchange - Scorpion coming out on top.
Scorpion connects with a leg kick.
Kovingten chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Scorpion can pounce on him. #CL#
Kovingten tries to keep at a distance but Scorpion has taken the fight into the clinch.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Kovingten as Scorpion tries to tie him up.
Scorpion wants to stall.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but Kovingten avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#BC2#
Kovingten's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kovingten throws a body punch but Scorpion moves out of range.
It looked like Scorpion was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Kovingten.
Kovingten walks into a jab.
Kovingten missing with a left hand there. Scorpion was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Silva Scorpion will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Silva Scorpion's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Scorpion fails with an attempt to clinch.
Scorpion moves away from the strike by Kovingten.
Kovingten takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Kovingten wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Kovingten looks to land a body kick but Scorpion moved away.
Kovingten doesn't manage to clinch there - Scorpion circles away.
Good work by Kovingten as he checks the leg kick.
Kyle Kovingten seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Scorpion throws a jab when Kovingten was well out of range.
Kovingten looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Scorpion dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kovingten tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Kovingten looks to throw the jab but Scorpion is out of range.
Kovingten swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Scorpion buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Scorpion lands a jab.
Scorpion is looking to wear down Kovingten with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scorpion connects with an inside leg kick.
Kovingten walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Scorpion checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Kovingten tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Scorpion throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
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!
Scorpion fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kovingten manages to avoid it.
Scorpion thuds his right hand into Kovingten's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#T1#
Kovingten tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Nice body kick there by Scorpion.
Kovingten tries to clinch but Scorpion is having none of it.
Kovingten is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Scorpion.
Kovingten fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Kovingten pivots, looking for a leg kick but Scorpion is out of range and Kovingten settles back down.
Scorpion throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scorpion just misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
A big right from Scorpion misses.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Scorpion here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Scorpion moves out of range as Kovingten strikes.#CL2#
Kovingten moves into the clinch successfully.
Scorpion pushes Kovingten back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Kovingten tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Scorpion avoids it.#BC2#
Kovingten's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Scorpion takes a swing at Kovingten's ribcage but misses.
Scorpion throws a quick inside leg kick.
Kovingten lands a head kick. Scorpion smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Scorpion looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Scorpion throws a nice outside leg kick. #T2##CL2#
Kovingten clinches with his opponent.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but Kovingten avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes.
Kovingten trying to land knees to the body.
Scorpion lands a left hand.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kovingten has a couple of punches blocked by Scorpion.
Scorpion scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Silva Scorpion has scored more points in the clinch so far.
A head punch on the inside from Kovingten fails to land.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Scorpion.
Kovingten is breathing heavily.
Scorpion scores with a hook to the body.
Scorpion lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Kovingten misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC2#
Kovingten's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Scorpion buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Scorpion tries to close the distance and clinch but Kovingten swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Scorpion thuds a left hand into Kovingten's body.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Nice body kick there by Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a nice outside leg kick.
Kovingten takes one to the chin there.
Kovingten misses with an attempted mid kick. #T3#
Kovingten doesn't manage to clinch there - Scorpion circles away.
Scorpion connects with a leg kick. #CL#
Scorpion closes the distance and clinches.
Scorpion tries to work over Kovingten's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but Kovingten avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes.
Kovingten throws a punch but it's blocked by Scorpion.
Kovingten lands with a short shot to the head.
Kovingten prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
Kovingten softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
A right hook to the body lands for Scorpion.
Scorpion lands with a right to the head.
Kovingten prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
A head punch on the inside from Scorpion fails to land.
Scorpion lands with a short shot to the head.
A head punch on the inside from Scorpion fails to land.
Scorpion misses with a punch to the body.
Kovingten throws a punch but it's blocked by Scorpion.
Kovingten fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kovingten blocking some punches. #BC2#
Kovingten breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kovingten fakes the leg kick and cracks Scorpion in the body.
Scorpion misses with an uppercut.
It seemed like Kovingten was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kovingten misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Scorpion.
Kovingten is looking to clinch but Scorpion is avoiding it.
Kovingten cracks Scorpion with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Scorpion lands with an overhand left.
Scorpion on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kovingten. Kovingten obviously looking to wear him down.
Scorpion scores with a shot to the body.
Scorpion is looking to slow Kovingten down with leg kicks.
Scorpion throws out a loose jab but Kovingten uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kovingten takes a swing at Scorpion's ribcage but misses.
Kovingten throws a body kick that misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Scorpion. Kovingten does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kovingten thinks about the counter body kick.
Kovingten wants to clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kovingten misses with a hook
and Scorpion counters with a left and a right that stings Kovingten.
Scorpion lands with a shot to the body. #CL#
Kovingten tries to keep at a distance but Scorpion has taken the fight into the clinch.
Scorpion misses with a hook to the ribs.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Silva Scorpion's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R3#
Scorpion avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Scorpion cracks a nice hook into Kovingten's ribs.
Kovingten is looking to chop away at Scorpion's legs.
Kovingten drops his hands momentarily and Scorpion takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Scorpion buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick. #CL2#
Kovingten clinches up with Scorpion and pushes him back against the ropes.#BC2#
Kovingten breaks from the clinch.
Scorpion pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A lazy left from Scorpion finds it's target.
Some wild striking there from Kovingten.
Scorpion looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Kovingten tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Scorpion is able to avoid easily.
Kovingten scores with a leg kick.
Scorpion fails in his attempt to clinch.
Scorpion throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kovingten keeps Scorpion at a distance using the push kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scorpion misses with a body shot. #CL#
Scorpion gets in close and instigates a clinch. #T1#
Kovingten tries to break free but Scorpion pushes him back against the ropes.
Kovingten pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the ropes.
Kovingten blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kovingten lands a nice elbow.
Still in the clinch, Kovingten scores with a nice short uppercut.
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Scorpion blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Scorpion lands an uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kovingten.
Scorpion tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kovingten's elbow.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Scorpion lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Kovingten or not.
Scorpion blocks the elbow strike.
Kovingten prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kovingten has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Kovingten pushes Scorpion back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Scorpion misses with some punches.
Scorpion lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #T2#
A short body shot lands from Scorpion as the two fighters clinch.
Scorpion softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scorpion prevents Kovingten from breaking the clinch.
Still in the clinch, Scorpion scores with a nice short uppercut.
Scorpion goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Scorpion fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kovingtens head.
Scorpion lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Kovingten doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Scorpion tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kovingten has had enough of the clinch but Scorpion keeps him there for the moment.
Scorpion throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Kovingten takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Scorpion throws a punch but it's blocked by Kovingten.
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Scorpion misses with some punches.
Scorpion can't find room to land a body shot as Kovingten controls the action.
Scorpion swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Scorpion lands a right hand.
Kovingten wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Scorpion has him pressed against the ropes.
Scorpion working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#T3#
Scorpion scores with a shoulder strike.
Scorpion is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kovingten can do to turn this around?
Scorpion throws a head punch that misses.
Kovingten's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Scorpion throws a head punch that misses.
A short right from Scorpion.
Scorpion tries to work over Kovingten's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC2#
Kovingten breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Scorpion uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Kovingten has time to react.
Scorpion scores with a nice strike.
Scorpion throws a body punch but Kovingten moves out of range. #CL#
Scorpion moves into the clinch.
Scorpion lands a body shot.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but Kovingten avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes.
Still in the clinch, Scorpion scores with a nice short uppercut.#BC2#
Kovingten manages to break the clinch.
Scorpion looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Scorpion lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kovingten's sensitive parts.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scorpion throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Scorpion throws a lazy uppercut
and Kovingten counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Kovingten throws the kick towards the body but Scorpion avoids it.#T4#
Scorpion fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Kovingten jabs Scorpion right on the nose. Scorpion blinks but takes it well.
Scorpion lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Scorpion lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Scorpion throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Scorpion throws a shot to the body.
Scorpion scores with a jab to the head.
Kovingten lands a jab to the head. #CL#
Scorpion gets a clinch.
Scorpion lands a nice uppercut.
Kovingten wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Scorpion's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Scorpion lands a body punch in the clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kovingten misses with a body punch.
Scorpion avoids a wild elbow strike from Kovingten.
Scorpion pushes Kovingten back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Scorpion lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Silva Scorpion's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R4#
Scorpion scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Kovingten avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kovingten is trying to counter with his kicks.
Scorpion moves out of range of the leg kick from Kovingten.
Scorpion blocks a head kick by Kovingten.
Kovingten on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Scorpion avoids a kick to the body.
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kovingten moves away.#CL#
Scorpion has Kovingten up against the ropes in a clinch.
Scorpion softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Scorpion lands with a light punch inside.
Kovingten scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Scorpion fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kovingten has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Kovingten trying to land knees to the body.
Scorpion blocks the elbow strike.
Scorpion misses with some punches.
Kovingten lands a knee to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kovingten lands a nice uppercut.
Scorpion is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.#T1#
A quick uppercut on the inside from Kovingten.
Scorpion lands a shoulder strike.
Kovingten misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kovingten lands an elbow inside.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but Kovingten avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes.
Kovingten tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kovingten struggles to land a body shot inside as Scorpion controls his hands.
Kovingten blocks a body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kovingten's elbow.
Kovingten tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Scorpion's elbow.
Scorpion looking to stall.
Kovingten lands a right hand that snaps the head of Scorpion backwards. #BC2#
Kovingten's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
The fight stays on the outside here - Scorpion looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Scorpion finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Kovingten appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.#T2#
Kovingten blocks a leg kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Scorpion misses the target.
Scorpion moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Kovingten lands with a kick to the temple. Scorpion shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Scorpion prevents a body shot from Kovingten. #BC2#
Kovingten breaks from the clinch.
Scorpion misses with a body kick.
Kovingten avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kovingten connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Scorpion's hands.
Kovingten throws a leg kick but Scorpion sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Scorpion moves into range and connects with a jab.
Kovingten tries to clinch but Scorpion is having none of it.
Kovingten misses with a jab to the body
enabling Scorpion to counter with a crisp jab.
Scorpion is looking to score with low kicks.
Kovingten rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Scorpion counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kovingten misses with a few strikes there.
An attempted straight right counter from Scorpion misses the target.#T3#
Scorpion is looking to clinch. #CL#
Scorpion has taken the fight to the clinch.
Scorpion blocks a body shot from Kovingten.
Scorpion scores with a shot to the side of Kovingten's head.
Scorpion scores with a shot to the side of Kovingten's head.
Scorpion scores with a nice hook to the head.
Kovingten tries to throw a body punch but Scorpion avoids it by throwing Kovingten back against the ropes.
Scorpion working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Come on Scorpion - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Kovingten looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Scorpion has a couple of punches blocked by Kovingten.
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A hook to the body from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands with a left to the head.
Kovingten prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with a punch on the inside.
Scorpion lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kovingten backwards.
Scorpion blocks the elbow strike. #T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
With the fighters up against the ropes, Kovingten throws an elbow but misses.
Scorpion lands a shot to the body.
Kovingten lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Scorpion or not.
Scorpion lands a body punch.
Kovingten tries to break free but Scorpion pushes him back against the ropes.
Scorpion struggles to land a body shot inside as Kovingten controls his hands.
Still in the clinch, Scorpion scores with a nice short uppercut.
Kovingten can't find room to land a body shot as Scorpion controls the action.
Kovingten lands with a right to the head.
Scorpion goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Scorpion scores with a nice hook to the head.
With the fighters up against the ropes, Kovingten throws an elbow but misses.
Kovingten misses with an elbow over the top.
Kovingten lands with a left to the head.
Kovingten is trying to break free.
Kovingten prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion works on Kovingten's body with a couple of short punches.
Kovingten throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Scorpion fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion had his way with Kyle Kovingten in that round.
The cut man is working on Silva Scorpion's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R5##CL#
Scorpion has Kovingten up against the ropes in a clinch. #BC2#
Kovingten pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Scorpion misses with a hook. Kovingten ducked under it nicely. #CL#
Scorpion gets a clinch.
Scorpion working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#BC2#
Kovingten breaks from the clinch.
Kovingten gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Scorpion.
A slow jab from Kovingten misses its intended target.
Scorpion tries to bum rush Kovingten with a series of wild strikes but Kovingten uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Kovingten misses with a hook. Scorpion ducked under it nicely.
Scorpion is looking to counter punch.
Scorpion misses with a telegraphed body shot
letting Kovingten counter with a right hand.
Kovingten swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kovingten throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A little feinted left hand from Scorpion on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Scorpion is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Scorpion lands with a straight right. Kovingten didn't see that one coming.#CL#
Scorpion pushes Kovingten up against the ropes in a clinch.#T1#
Scorpion blocks a body shot from Kovingten.
A head punch on the inside from Kovingten fails to land.
Scorpion misses with the head strike.
Scorpion blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kovingten misses with an elbow over the top.
Scorpion makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Scorpion has a couple of punches blocked by Kovingten.
Kovingten is trying to break the clinch but Scorpion is controlling him.
Scorpion misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Kovingten wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Scorpion lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kovingten backwards. #BC2#
Kovingten escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Scorpion wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Scorpion takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Kovingten misses with a series of wild punches.
Scorpion is looking to clinch. #T2#
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Scorpion scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Scorpion lands a jab to Kovingten's midsection.
Kovingten tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kovingten throws a right and a left that both miss.
Kovingten tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
No joy there for Scorpion, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Kovingten missing with a left hand there. Scorpion was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kovingten avoids the body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Scorpion blocks the body kick.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Scorpion.
Scorpion scores with a body shot.
Scorpion lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Scorpion keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #CL#
Scorpion has taken the fight to the clinch.
Scorpion blocks an elbow strike from Kovingten.
Kovingten tries to circle away but Scorpion has him pinned against the ropes.#T3#
Kovingten prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but Kovingten avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes.
Kovingten blocks a body shot from Scorpion.
A short uppercut from Kovingten.
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Scorpion displaying some good clinch control by pressing Kovingten up against the ropes.
Kovingten misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Silva Scorpion is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Scorpion blocks the elbow strike.
The fighters are pressed against the ropes, as the pace of the fight slows.
Scorpion can't find room to land a body shot as Kovingten controls the action.
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kovingten goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kyle Kovingten has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kovingten.
A frustrated look appears on Kovingten's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Kovingten can't break the clinch.
Scorpion managing to block the knees to the body from Kovingten.
A head punch on the inside from Kovingten fails to land.
Kovingten throws a head punch that misses.
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
Scorpion prevents a body shot from Kovingten.
Kovingten throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Scorpion stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Scorpion avoiding damage as Kovingten throws knees to the body.
Still in the clinch, Scorpion scores with a nice short uppercut.
Kovingten throws an elbow but it misses.

And that's the end of the fight!
Silva Scorpion showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Scorpion 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 50:45
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 50:45
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 50:45

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Silva Scorpion!

Silva Scorpion retains his lightweight title!
Silva Scorpion decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: SYN K1 8/20     
Date:   Aug 20, 2021
#R1#
Scorpion bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Gracie's head backwards.
Scorpion uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Gracie.
Scorpion lands with a shot to the body.
Scorpion buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Gracie swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A low kick lands for Gracie.
Scorpion goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Scorpion tries to score with a low kick but Gracie moves his leg out of the way.
Gracie steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Scorpion avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Gracie swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Gracie moves away.
Scorpion checks a leg kick nicely.
Gracie tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Scorpion was well out of range. Poor timing from Gracie.
Scorpion connects with a body shot that sends Gracie's belly button to the back.
Gracie takes a swing at Scorpion's ribcage but misses.
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!
Gracie connects with a body shot.
Gracie throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Scorpion looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Gracie walks into a jab.
Gracie throws a low kick but it's checked well by Scorpion.
Gracie throws a leg kick that misses.
Gracie is looking to land body kicks.
Gracie with a nice calf kick.
Gracie throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Scorpion tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Gracie paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Gracie appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.#T1##CL#
Gracie gets tackled into the ropes by Scorpion. Scorpion maintains the clinch.
Gracie tries to work over Scorpion's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Scorpion is trying to maintain a safe position but Gracie gets an underhook and turns Scorpion into the ropes.
Scorpion blocking some punches.
Scorpion swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Gracie takes a shot to the head.
Scorpion lands a body punch in the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Gracie.
Gracie softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Gracie prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Gracie misses with the head strike.
A hook to the body from Scorpion.
Scorpion stalling in the clinch but Gracie improves position.
Gracie throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Scorpions head.
Gracie tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Scorpion's elbow.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Gracie misses with a hook from the clinch.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Scorpion blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Scorpion gets through Gracie's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Scorpion trying to control the position but instead, Gracie has worked for underhooks and has pushed Scorpion into the ropes.#T2#
Scorpion pushes Gracie back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Gracie tries to circle away but Scorpion has him pinned against the ropes.
Scorpion gets through Gracie's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Scorpion presses Gracie against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Gracie swings wildly with an uppercut but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Gracie fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion lands with a short shot to the head.
Scorpion displaying some good clinch control by pressing Gracie up against the ropes.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Scorpion.
Scorpion fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Scorpion blocks a body shot from Gracie.
Gracie working aggressively here.
Gracie tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC#
Scorpion escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Scorpion walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#T3#
Scorpion lands with a shot to the body.
Gracie misses with a low kick.
Danga de danga de dang - Scorpion scores with a four punch combination!
Good standup being displayed there by Gracie as he connects with a hook.
Scorpion connects with a leg kick.
Scorpion checks a leg kick nicely.
Scorpion misses with a wild body shot.
Scorpion checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Gracie lands a nice looking kick to the body. Scorpion takes a step back to recover.
Scorpion uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Gracie.
Gracie takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Gracie throws a hook but Scorpion avoids it easily.
Scorpion misses with a looping right.
Gracie swings for the body but Scorpion moves out of range.
Scorpion throws a lazy right hand but Gracie sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it 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!
Scorpion fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Gracie checks it well.
Gracie throws a leg kick but Scorpion sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Scorpion stuns Gracie with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
A jab from Gracie misses.
Gracie throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scorpion fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Gracie manages to avoid it.#T4#
Scorpion tries to land a front kick but Gracie steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Renato Gracie seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gracie motions for Scorpion to come forward. Gracie throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Scorpion tries to clinch up.
Scorpion throws a hook to the side of Gracie's head but Gracie sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Gracie uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Scorpion.
Scorpion throws the left hand but Gracie avoids the punch easily.
A nice side step and Gracie releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Gracie swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Scorpion lands with a nice body kick.
Gracie buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Scorpion feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Gracies jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Gracie fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Gracie tries to score with a low kick but Scorpion moves his leg out of the way.
Gracie connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Gracie misses with an uppercut.
Gracie throws a body shot but no joy.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Nice defenses there by Scorpion.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Gracie swings for the body but Scorpion moves out of range.
Scorpion looks to throw the jab but Gracie is out of range.
Scorpion slips a jab from Gracie.
Gracie lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Scorpion circles away quickly and effectively.
Scorpion's jab looks to have found its range, popping Gracie under the eye.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Scorpion fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Gracie is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Scorpion rather than just go for the knockout.
Scorpion throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Scorpion takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Silva Scorpion is winning the standup battle so far.
Gracie throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scorpion throws a combination that misses
and Gracie counters with a nice leg kick. #CL#
Scorpion takes the fight into the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Scorpion fails to land. #BC2#
Gracie breaks the clinch.
Scorpion waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Gracie.
Scorpion misses with a looping left.
Gracie swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Scorpion fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Gracie checks it well.
Gracie takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Scorpion takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Scorpion tests Gracie's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Scorpion blocks a low kick nicely.
Scorpion cracks Gracie with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the ropes.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Gracie fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Scorpion has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Scorpion just misses with a punch to the body.
Gracie throws a jab when Scorpion was well out of range.
Gracie avoids the body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Scorpion is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Gracie can do to turn this around?#T1#
Gracie scores with a hook.
Scorpion misses with an uppercut.
Scorpion drops his hands momentarily and Gracie takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Scorpion has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Gracie.#CL#
Scorpion closes the distance and clinches.#BC#
Scorpion breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Scorpion misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Gracie.
Scorpion bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Gracie sizes up Scorpion with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Scorpion turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Good leg kick by Scorpion.
The fight stays on the outside here - Gracie looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Scorpion throws a leg kick but Gracie sees it coming and checks it nicely.
A swing and a miss from Gracie.
Scorpion is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
A jab from Gracie misses.
A nice inside leg kick there by Gracie. That's going to slow Scorpion down.
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!
Scorpion bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Gracie's head.
Scorpion blocks a jab.
Gracie checks a leg kick nicely.#T2#
Gracie keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Scorpion throws a head kick but Gracie moves out of range.
Scorpion with the inside leg kick.
Gracie lands a leg kick that knocks Scorpion off balance momentarily.
Scorpion misses the shot to the body.
A bone on bone clash there as Scorpion blocks the leg kick.
Scorpion digs a good body shot into Gracie's ribs.
A leg kick checked by Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Gracie on the side of the head.
Gracie darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Scorpion throws a front kick that sends Gracie stumbling back into the ropes.
Gracie connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Gracie lands a lovely overhand right.
Scorpion throws a half hearted mid kick.
Scorpion swings for the body but Gracie moves out of range.
Scorpion keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Gracie moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Scorpion changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Scorpion tries to clinch but Gracie moves out of range.
Gracie takes a swing at Scorpion's ribcage but misses.
Gracie misses with an uppercut. #T3##CL#
Scorpion instigates a clinch.
Gracie throws a head punch that misses. #BC#
Scorpion breaks from the clinch.
Gracie is looking to chop away at Scorpion's legs.
Gracie uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Scorpion.
An inside leg kick from Gracie misses.
Gracie misses with a wild body shot.
Scorpion misses with a low kick.
Gracie misses with an uppercut. Scorpion saw that one coming.
Scorpion wants to land a leg kick but Gracie is out of range.
Scorpion looks to score with a jab to the body but Gracie is just out of range.
Scorpion misses with a body shot.
Gracie looks to score with a jab to the body but Scorpion is just out of range.
Scorpion is looking to counter punch.
Gracie wants to slow Scorpion down by chopping away at his legs.
Scorpion scores with a decent looking hook.
Scorpion uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Gracie.
Gracie uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Scorpion.
Gracie misses with a body shot.
Gracie misses with a low kick.
Scorpion tried to counter with a leg kick but Gracie avoided it.
Scorpion takes one on the chin but seems OK. #T4#
Scorpion slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
A decent looking cross lands there for Scorpion.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Gracie throws a body shot but no joy.
Scorpion swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Scorpion misses with a wild body shot.
Gracie fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Scorpion takes a swing at Gracie's ribcage but misses.
Gracie dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Scorpion looks to score with a jab to the body but Gracie is just out of range.
Gracie works the jab nicely.
Scorpion throws a right and a left that both miss.
Gracie throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Scorpion connects with a leg kick.
Scorpion digs a good body shot into Gracie's ribs.
Scorpion throws a big shot that misses.
Gracie let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Scorpion throws a sloppy head kick and Gracie moves out of range easily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Gracie throws a wild body kick that Scorpion sees coming a mile off.
Gracie misses with a low kick.
Gracie turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Scorpion gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Gracie throws the kick towards the body but Scorpion avoids it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Silva Scorpion will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R3#
Gracie takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Gracie is looking to score with low kicks.
Scorpion tries to score with a low kick but Gracie moves his leg out of the way.
Scorpion lands a nice shot to the body.
Gracie connects with a body shot.
Gracie connects with a leg kick.
Scorpion lands a jab to Gracie's midsection.
Gracie is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Scorpion misses with a wild body shot.
Gracie uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Scorpion.
Gracie takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Gracie takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #CL#
Scorpion has managed to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion scores with a shot to the side of Gracie's head.
Good body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion scores with a shoulder strike.
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!
Scorpion is leaning against Gracie and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Gracie prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion pushes Gracie back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch. #T1#
Gracie prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Scorpion swings wildly with an uppercut but Gracie uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scorpion has a couple of punches blocked by Gracie. #BC2#
Gracie manages to break the clinch.
Gracie tries a low kick but Scorpion avoids it.
A telegraphed right hand from Gracie misses the target.
Scorpion takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Scorpion connects with a leg kick.
Gracie fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Scorpion looks to score with a jab to the body but Gracie is just out of range.
Scorpion goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Gracie moves away.
Gracie takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Gracie scores with a jab to the head.
A lazy left from Gracie finds it's target.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Scorpion swings for the body but Gracie moves out of range.
Scorpion throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Gracie throws a leg kick but Scorpion sees it coming and checks it nicely. #T2#
A nice leg kick from Gracie, right into the meat of the thigh.
Gracie takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Gracie tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
A swing and a miss from Gracie.
Gracie throws out a leg kick but Scorpion moves out of range and Gracie only half commits.
Gracie ducks right into an uppercut from Scorpion.
Gracie scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Scorpion lands a jab to Gracie's midsection.
That kick from Gracie tenderised Scorpion's leg. Scorpion is trying to keep his angry face on.
Scorpion throws a leg kick which misses Gracie's front leg but catches the back leg as Gracie tries to avoid it.
Scorpion avoids a kick to the body.
Scorpion throws a hook to the side of Gracie's head but Gracie sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Gracie doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Gracie takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Gracie misses with a hook. Scorpion ducked under it nicely.
Scorpion moves out of range as Gracie strikes.
Gracie misses with an uppercut.
Scorpion throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Scorpion misses with a low kick.
Gracie throws a leg kick that misses.
A counter left hand to the body from Scorpion misses its target.#T3#
Gracie jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Scorpion lands a leg kick that knocks Gracie off balance momentarily.
Gracie avoids the body shot from Scorpion.
Gracie misses with a hook. Scorpion ducked under it nicely.
Gracie checks a leg kick nicely.
Scorpion takes a swing at Gracie's ribcage but misses.
Gracie misses with a body shot.
Scorpion throws a head kick but Gracie moves out of range.
Gracie uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Scorpion.
Gracie scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Scorpion uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Gracie.
Scorpion ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Gracie lands with a straight right. Scorpion didn't see that one coming.
Scorpion dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Scorpion steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Gracie.
Scorpion dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#CL#
Scorpion clinches with his opponent.
Scorpion blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A head punch on the inside from Gracie fails to land.
Silva Scorpion has scored more points in the clinch so far.#T4##BC#
Scorpion manages to break the clinch.
Gracie is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Scorpion.
Good work by Gracie as he checks the leg kick.
Gracie lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Gracie ducks under a wild hook from Scorpion.
Gracie throws a leg kick
and Scorpion counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Gracie lands with a thumping leg kick.
A lazy left from Scorpion finds it's target.
Scorpion swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Gracie looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Scorpion moves out of range of the strikes.
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Gracie comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Scorpion keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Scorpion is looking to counter punch.
A low kick from Gracie misses
and Scorpion counters with a low kick, right behind Gracie 's knee.
Scorpion lets loose with a powerful body kick. Gracie will feel that in the morning.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Gracie takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Scorpion buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Gracie avoids the body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Gracie throws a jab when Scorpion was well out of range.
Scorpion appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion clearly takes that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.#R4#
Gracie lands with a right hand.
Scorpion moves out of range as Gracie throws a body kick.
Gracie works the jab nicely.
Gracie tries to land a leg kick but Scorpion saw it coming and moves away.
Scorpion throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Gracie stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Scorpion slips under a jab.
Scorpion swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A good leg kick by Scorpion.
Scorpion connects with a body shot.
Scorpion lands a right hook to the body.
Gracie slips under a jab from Scorpion.
Gracie flicks out a counter leg kick but Scorpion steps away.
Scorpion uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Gracie.
Gracie throws a leg kick but Scorpion checks it.
Gracie takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Gracie misses with a body kick.
Scorpion misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Gracie slips a jab from Scorpion.#CL#
Scorpion clinches with his opponent.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Scorpion.
Gracie tries to throw a body punch but Scorpion avoids it by throwing Gracie back against the ropes.
Scorpion misses with a punch on the inside. #T1#
Gracie tries to work over Scorpion's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Gracie tries to throw a body punch but Scorpion avoids it by throwing Gracie back against the ropes.
Gracie misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Scorpion stalling in the clinch but Gracie improves position.
Gracie misses with a short punch on the inside.
Gracie working aggressively here.
A nice left hand lands by Scorpion.
Gracie lands a body shot.
Scorpion blocks an uppercut.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Scorpion can't find room to land a body shot as Gracie controls the action.
Gracie lands with a short shot to the head.
Scorpion lands a right hand that snaps the head of Gracie backwards.
A head punch on the inside from Gracie fails to land.
Scorpion lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Gracie backwards. #BC#
Scorpion breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Scorpion slips under a jab from Gracie.
Scorpion is looking to counter with a body kick.
Scorpion wants to clinch.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Gracie! But no joy.#T2#
Scorpion is looking to clinch.
Scorpion throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Gracie's head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Gracie misses the shot to the body.
The fighters circling - Scorpion throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A nice side step and Gracie releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#CL#
Scorpion takes the fight into the clinch.
Gracie misses with a hook from the clinch.
Gracie misses with a punch on the inside.
Gracie misses with the head strike.
Scorpion lands a left hand that snaps the head of Gracie backwards.
Gracie works on Scorpion's body with a couple of short punches.
Gracie working aggressively here.
A right hand to the body from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a body shot in the clinch.
Gracie throws a head punch that misses. #BC2#
Gracie's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
A low kick from Gracie misses
and Scorpion counters with a straight right hand.#T3#
Scorpion tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Gracie paws at him with a jab and circles away.
The fighters circling - Gracie throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Scorpion throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Gracie on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Scorpion lands with a good body shot.
Gracie has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Gracie ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scorpion moves away.
Gracie misses with a body shot.
Scorpion connects with a right hand. Gracie shakes it off.
Scorpion chopping away at his opponent's legs. #CL#
Scorpion drives through and clinches with Gracie against the ropes.
Gracie lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Scorpion backwards.
Scorpion scores with a nice hook to the head.
Gracie doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Scorpion is leaning against Gracie and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Gracie throws a head punch that misses.
Scorpion looking to slow down the pace here.
Gracie throws a punch but it's blocked by Scorpion. #T4#
Scorpion lands a nice shot to the body.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Gracie swings wildly with an uppercut but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
A head punch on the inside from Gracie fails to land.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A short right from Gracie.
Gracie blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Scorpion blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but Gracie avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Gracie.
Gracie misses with some punches.
Scorpion tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Gracie's elbow.
Gracie has a couple of punches blocked by Scorpion.
Gracie lands a body shot in the clinch. #BC2#
Gracie's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Scorpion throws a jab but it's blocked by Gracie.
Gracie pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Scorpion is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Gracie throws a hook but Scorpion blocks it.
Scorpion swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion had his way with Renato Gracie 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#
A swing and a miss from Scorpion.
Gracie jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Gracie throws a lazy right hand but Scorpion sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A swing and a miss from Gracie.
Gracie looks to land a right hand but Scorpion moved out of range.
Donk. Scorpion catches Gracie right on the button with a cross.
Scorpion comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Gracie uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Scorpion.
Scorpion tries to score with a low kick but Gracie moves his leg out of the way.
Gracie looks to land a left hand but Scorpion moved out of range nicely.
A quick step to the side and Scorpion tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scorpion connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
A low kick lands for Gracie.
Scorpion throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Gracie sees it coming and avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A low kick lands for Scorpion.
Scorpion on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Gracie fails to land with a series of punches.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A looping hook to the body misses from Scorpion. Gracie does a little dance to reset his feet.
Some wild striking there from Gracie. #T1#
Gracie stuns Scorpion with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Gracie throws a leg kick but Scorpion moved away.
Gracie checks a leg kick.
Gracie is looking to score with low kicks.
Gracie on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Scorpion dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Gracie. That did some damage!
Scorpion swings for the body but Gracie moves out of range.
Gracie is looking to score with low kicks.
Scorpion pushes Gracie away with a front kick.
Scorpion jabs at Gracie's body.
Gracie misses with a wild body shot.
Nice defenses there by Scorpion.
A low kick lands for Scorpion.
Gracie misses with a low kick.
Scorpion lands a glancing blow to the side of Gracie's head.
Scorpion looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Gracie throws a lazy right hand but Scorpion sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T2#
A looping hook to the body misses from Scorpion. Gracie does a little dance to reset his feet.
Gracie fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A low kick lands for Scorpion.
Scorpion lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Scorpion connects with a body shot that sends Gracie's belly button to the back.
Scorpion tries to clinch there but Gracie circles away.
Gracie ducks under a wild hook from Scorpion.
Gracie was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Scorpion cracks Gracie with a good jab.
Scorpion lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Gracie looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Gracie paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Scorpion fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Gracie checks it well.
Scorpion misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Gracie.
Gracie scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Scorpion keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Gracie misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Scorpion.
A jab from Scorpion finds it's way through Gracie's defenses.
Scorpion thows a left - swing and a miss! #T3#
Gracie throws a leg kick that misses.
Gracie checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Gracie scoring well with a low kick there.
Gracie throws a jab but it's blocked by Scorpion.
Gracie lands a head shot.
Nice straight punches there by Scorpion. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Scorpion.
Scorpion moves out of range of the strikes.
Gracie jabs at Scorpion's body.
Some wild striking there from Scorpion.
Gracie feints a counter leg kick.
Silva Scorpion is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Scorpion blocks a jab.
Scorpion throws a leg kick but Gracie checks it.
Gracie appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Gracie takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Scorpion keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Gracie throws the kick towards the body but Scorpion avoids it.
Gracie is looking to land body kicks.
Scorpion quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Gracie waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Scorpion.
Scorpion delivers a nice body kick.
Gracie throws out a leg kick but Scorpion moves out of range and Gracie only half commits. #T4#
Scorpion misses with a hook.
Scorpion tries to close the distance and clinch up but Gracie swats him away and circles back towards the center.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scorpion throws a push kick but Gracie slaps the foot to one side.
Gracie looks to land a combination. Scorpion sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Scorpion slips under a jab.
Gracie misses with an attempted mid kick.
Scorpion swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Scorpion is looking to chop away at Gracie's legs.
Scorpion connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Gracie's hands.
Gracie feints and then cracks Scorpion's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Scorpion down.
Gracie takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Scorpion slips a straight right by Gracie.#CL#
Scorpion moves into the clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Gracie.
Gracie working hard to break the clinch.
Gracie doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Gracie swings wildly with an uppercut but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Renato Gracie has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Gracie working aggressively here.

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 Silva Scorpion.
Well Scorpion 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 50:45
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 50:45
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 49:46

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Silva Scorpion!

Silva Scorpion retains his featherweight title!
After winning the bout, Silva Scorpion thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
Renato Gracie was interviewed post fight and said 'RIP'D by VIP... '.

 

Event: SYN K-1 7/30     
Date:   Jul 30, 2021
#R1#
A good leg kick by Lee.
Scorpion takes a swing at Lee's ribcage but misses.
Lee appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Lee is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Scorpion, as that shot connected.
Scorpion tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lee was well out of range. Poor timing from Scorpion.
Scorpion tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Lee manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Lee thows a left - swing and a miss!
Scorpion with a nice cross.#CL#
Scorpion moves into the clinch successfully.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Scorpion trying to stall but Lee improves his position.
Scorpion stalling in the clinch.
A hook to the body from Scorpion.
Lee misses with a punch to the body.
Lee misses with a punch on the inside.
Lee 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.
Lee misses with the head strike.
Scorpion swings wildly with an uppercut but Lee uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lee tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A short left from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a body punch in the clinch.
Scorpion struggles to land a body shot inside as Lee controls his hands.
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lee prevents a body shot from Scorpion. #T1#
Scorpion tries a body shot but Lee blocks it.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Lee as Scorpion tries to tie him up.
Scorpion misses with the head strike.
Nice body punch from Scorpion.
Scorpion blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Lee blocks a body shot from Scorpion.
Lee lands with a short shot to the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lee. #BC#
Scorpion breaks the clinch.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Scorpion keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Scorpion takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Lee looks to throw the jab but Scorpion is out of range.
Scorpion throws a body punch but Lee moves out of range.
A solid leg kick lands there for Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
A punch lands to the side of Scorpion 's head but he takes it in his stride.#CL#
Lee tries to keep at a distance but Scorpion has taken the fight into the clinch.
Scorpion stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Scorpion is looking to control Lee's arms but Lee gets an underhook and turns him. Now Scorpion has his back to the ropes. #T2#
Scorpion works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Scorpion blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Lee keeps control of Scorpion as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Scorpion tries a body shot but Lee blocks it.
Lee tries to work over Scorpion's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A shot in the inside from Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with the head strike.
Scorpion lands a left hand that snaps the head of Lee backwards.
Lee lands a hook to the side of the head.
Scorpion tries to work over Lee's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Scorpion wants to break the clinch but can't.
A short uppercut from Lee.
Scorpion blocking some punches.
Scorpion blocks an uppercut.
Lee throws a head punch that misses.
Scorpion blocks a body shot from Lee.
Lee scores with a shoulder strike.
I was talking to Scorpion's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
A short left from Lee.
Lee misses with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion throws a punch but it's blocked by Lee. #T3#
Scorpion just leaning against Lee, taking a breather. #BC#
Scorpion escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Scorpion throws a half hearted mid kick.
Scorpion tries to clinch there but Lee circles away.
Scorpion misses with the combination.
Lee looks to land a body kick but Scorpion moved away.
Scorpion jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Scorpion throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lee sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Scorpion goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Lee tries a head kick but it misses.
Lee misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Lee swats away the attempt to clinch by Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a right hook to the body.
Nice body punch from Lee.
Lee throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Good exchange - Lee coming out on top.
Scorpion avoids the head kick by Lee. #T4#
Scorpion tries to close the distance and clinch up but Lee swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Scorpion slips a jab from Lee.
Scorpion throws an overhand right that lands on Lee's shoulder, as Lee tries to avoid the shot.
Lee thows a left - swing and a miss!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scorpion misses with an uppercut. Lee saw that one coming.
Lee on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Lee takes one to the side of the head.
A good leg kick by Scorpion.
Lee tries to land a front kick but Scorpion steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
A looping hook to the body misses from Scorpion. Lee does a little dance to reset his feet.
Scorpion takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Lee throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Good shot there by Scorpion.
Lee pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Scorpion tries to clinch up but Lee circles away and keeps his distance.
Lee looks like he wants to counter punch here.#CL2#
Lee forces Scorpion back against the ropes and clinches.#BC#
Scorpion escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Lee pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Scorpion ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion is looking to clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Silva Scorpion will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Scorpion throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
It seemed like Lee was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Scorpion cracks Lee with a good jab.
Lee misses with a straight left.
A little feinted left hand from Scorpion on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Scorpion tries to clinch up but Lee circles away and keeps his distance.
Lee looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Scorpion fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lee manages to avoid it.
Good leg kick by Scorpion.
Lee loads up on a big right hand but Scorpion slips the punch.
Scorpion bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nice straight punches there by Scorpion. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Scorpion.
Scorpion connects with an inside leg kick.
Lee throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Lee works over Scorpion's head and body with a nice combination.
Jab from Scorpion.
Scorpion slips a jab from Lee.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lee misses with a straight left.
Silva Scorpion is winning the standup battle so far.
Scorpion moves out of range of the strikes.
Scorpion throws a looping overhand right but Lee ducks down to avoid it.
Lee fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Scorpion scores with a body shot.
Scorpion rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Lee moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#T1#
Scorpion is looking to clinch.
Lee throws a low kick but Scorpion moves out of range easily.
Scorpion lands the left hand.
Lee waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Scorpion.
Scorpion was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Lee looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Scorpion misses with a body shot.
Nice straight punches there by Scorpion. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Scorpion.
Lee throws a right and a left that Scorpion avoids nicely.
Scorpion goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. #CL2#
Lee forces Scorpion back against the ropes and clinches.
Lee prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
Lee blocks a body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Lee tries a body shot but Scorpion blocks it.
A hook to the body from Scorpion.
Scorpion has had enough of the clinch but Lee keeps him there for the moment.
Lee can't find room to land a body shot as Scorpion controls the action.
Lee lands a right hand that snaps the head of Scorpion backwards.
Scorpion works on Lee's body with a couple of short punches.
Lee throws a head punch that misses. #T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lee lands a body punch in the clinch.
Scorpion blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Scorpion blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Lee struggles to land a body shot inside as Scorpion controls his hands. #BC#
Scorpion escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Scorpion misses with an uppercut. Lee saw that one coming.
Lee throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Scorpion on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Lee tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Scorpion was well out of range. Poor timing from Lee.
Lee throws a low kick, looking for Scorpion's leg but Scorpion calmly moves out of range.
Scorpion scores with the left hand. Lee knows he should have avoided that one.
A lazy left from Scorpion finds it's target.
Lee lands a nice hook to Scorpion's body. Scorpion takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Scorpion jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lee tries to counter by closing the distance.
Good exchange - Lee coming out on top.
Lee looks to land a right hand but Scorpion moved out of range.
Lee misses with a lunging right hand
and Lee takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Scorpion swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Scorpion uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#T3#
Scorpion scores with a body shot.
Silva Scorpion seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Scorpion takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Scorpion misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Scorpion throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Scorpion keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lee.
Lee throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Lee avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Lee misses with a looping right.
Lee just misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion jabs Lee to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Lee tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Scorpion half committed to a counter leg kick.#CL#
Scorpion closes the distance and clinches.
Lee misses with a body punch.
Scorpion tries to work over Lee's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
Lee misses with some punches.
Scorpion throws a punch but it's blocked by Lee.
Scorpion working hard to break the clinch.
Lee takes a shot to the head. #ROC#Lee is rocked!#T4#
A short body shot lands from Scorpion as the two fighters clinch.
Lee is still on wobbly legs! Can Scorpion finish him?
Scorpion working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Scorpion lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Lee backwards.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Scorpion cracks Lee with a big uppercut, right up the middle and Lee goes down! Oh, he's hurt! He's bigtime hurt! The referee is giving him a chance to get back to his feet - 4,5,6,7, no, he's called it off! Lee wasn't going to make it and the fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:13 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Silva Scorpion!
Silva Scorpion is the new featherweight champion!
During a confident post fight interview, Silva Scorpion thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: SYN K1 7/02     
Date:   Jul 02, 2021
#R1#
Saiyan Prince lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Scorpion on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Saiyan Prince swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Scorpion is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Saiyan Prince.
Saiyan Prince misses with an uppercut. Scorpion saw that one coming.
Saiyan Prince scores with a decent looking hook.
Scorpion dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Saiyan Prince slips a straight right by Scorpion.
Saiyan Prince swings for the body but Scorpion moves out of range.
Scorpion looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Saiyan Prince goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Saiyan Prince moves out of range of the strikes.
Scorpion lands a body shot.
Scorpion fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Saiyan Prince.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Saiyan Prince throws a jab when Scorpion was well out of range.
Scorpion lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Saiyan Prince connects with a body shot.
Scorpion wants to clinch up but Saiyan Prince keeps it at a distance.
Scorpion is looking to land body kicks.
Scorpion fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Saiyan Prince manages to avoid it.
Scorpion tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Scorpion looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Saiyan Prince has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Scorpion finds it's way round the side to connect with Saiyan Prince's head.
Scorpion scores with a body shot.
Scorpion takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #T1#
Scorpion throws a hook but Saiyan Prince blocks it.
Good leg kick by Saiyan Prince.
Saiyan Prince avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Scorpion jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
A looping hook to the body misses from Scorpion. Saiyan Prince does a little dance to reset his feet.
Saiyan Prince appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Scorpion's jab looks to have found its range, popping Saiyan Prince under the eye.
Scorpion checks a leg kick.
Scorpion misses with a body shot.
Scorpion moves out of range of the body kick.
Scorpion misses with a body shot.
Scorpion uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Saiyan Prince.
Saiyan Prince throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Scorpion on the side of the head.
Saiyan Prince avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Scorpion comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Scorpion checks a low kick from Saiyan Prince.
Scorpion thows a left - swing and a miss!
A little feinted left hand from Saiyan Prince on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Scorpion lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Scorpion takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Saiyan Prince will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Nice cross by Saiyan Prince.
Scorpion takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Scorpion misses with a body shot. #T2#
Scorpion throws a shot from downtown. Saiyan Prince moves away and avoids it.
Saiyan Prince explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Saiyan Prince throws a series of punches but Scorpion moves out of range.
Scorpion throws a chopping leg kick but Saiyan Prince manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Saiyan Prince misses with a wild combination.
Saiyan Prince jabs at Scorpion's body.
Scorpion looks to throw the jab but Saiyan Prince is out of range.
Saiyan Prince connects with the punch.
Saiyan Prince takes a shot to the body in his stride.
A telegraphed right hand from Scorpion misses the target.
Scorpion lands a right hook to the body.
Scorpion throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scorpion looking to land some kicks to the body here.
The fighters circling - Scorpion throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Scorpion avoids the head kick by Saiyan Prince.
A countering left hand to the body from Scorpion misses.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Scorpion.
Saiyan Prince lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
A jab lands there for Saiyan Prince.
Saiyan Prince misses with a kick to the body. #T3#
Scorpion feints and then cracks Saiyan Prince's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Saiyan Prince down.
Saiyan Prince throws a half hearted mid kick.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Scorpion is looking to clinch.
Scorpion misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Saiyan Prince.
Scorpion is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Saiyan Prince rather than just go for the knockout.
The fighters circling - Saiyan Prince throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Saiyan Prince throws a body punch but Scorpion moves out of range.
Saiyan Prince looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Jab, jab by Scorpion - just one landing.
Scorpion misses with a leg kick.
Saiyan Prince blocks a jab.
Scorpion jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Scorpion throws an overhand right that lands on Saiyan Prince's shoulder, as Saiyan Prince tries to avoid the shot.
Scorpion throws a body shot but no joy.
Saiyan Prince was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Saiyan Prince looks to land a combination. Scorpion sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Saiyan Prince finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Scorpion lands a nice leg kick that just misses Saiyan Prince's sensitive parts.
A low kick lands for Saiyan Prince.
Saiyan Prince is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL2#
Scorpion clinches up against the ropes.
Scorpion blocking some punches.
Saiyan Prince tries to throw a body punch but Scorpion avoids it by throwing Saiyan Prince back against the ropes.
Saiyan Prince swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T4#
Scorpion throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Scorpion fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Saiyan Prince has a couple of punches blocked by Scorpion.
Saiyan Prince lands a body shot.
Scorpion tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Saiyan Prince's elbow.
Saiyan Prince swings wildly with an uppercut but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scorpion throws a head punch that misses.
Scorpion works on Saiyan Prince's body with a couple of short punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Saiyan Prince.
Saiyan Prince lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Saiyan Prince misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Scorpion blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Saiyan Prince lands a nice shot to the body.
Scorpion scores with a nice hook to the head.
Nice body punch from Saiyan Prince.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC2#
Scorpion manages to break the clinch.
Saiyan Prince scores with a nice head shot.
Saiyan Prince misses with an uppercut. Scorpion saw that one coming.
Scorpion tries to clinch but Saiyan Prince moves out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Vegeta Saiyan Prince will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
A good leg kick by Saiyan Prince.
Saiyan Prince bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
An attempted straight right counter from Saiyan Prince misses the target.
Saiyan Prince looks to score with a jab to the body but Scorpion is just out of range.
Scorpion drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Saiyan Prince throws the kick towards the body but Scorpion avoids it.
Scorpion is looking to clinch but Saiyan Prince is avoiding it.
Scorpion lands a jab to Saiyan Prince's midsection.
Scorpion throws a body punch but Saiyan Prince moves out of range.
Vegeta Saiyan Prince is winning the standup battle so far.
Saiyan Prince waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Scorpion.
Saiyan Prince tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Scorpion was well out of range. Poor timing from Saiyan Prince.
A little jabbing left from Scorpion on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Saiyan Prince looks to land a left hand but Scorpion moved out of range nicely.
Saiyan Prince with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Scorpion lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Saiyan Prince backs up against the ropes.
Saiyan Prince is looking to land body kicks.
Scorpion keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
A bone on bone clash there as Scorpion blocks the leg kick.
Saiyan Prince fakes the leg kick and cracks Scorpion in the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Saiyan Prince connects with a solid leg kick.
Saiyan Prince is looking to score with low kicks.
Scorpion throws a body punch but Saiyan Prince moves out of range.
Vegeta Saiyan Prince seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Saiyan Prince tries to land a leg kick but Scorpion saw it coming and moves away. #T1#
Nice cross by Saiyan Prince.
Scorpion blocks a head kick by Saiyan Prince.
Scorpion cracks a nice hook into Saiyan Prince's ribs.
Saiyan Prince scoring well with a low kick there.
Scorpion takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Scorpion scores with a body shot.
Scorpion throws a right and a left that Saiyan Prince avoids nicely.
An attempted straight right counter from Saiyan Prince misses the target.
Scorpion throws a nice inside leg kick.
Scorpion fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Saiyan Prince manages to avoid it.
Saiyan Prince lands a nice looking kick to the body. Scorpion takes a step back to recover.
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Saiyan Prince moves away.
Scorpion throws a body punch but Saiyan Prince moves out of range.
Saiyan Prince throws a jab when Scorpion was well out of range.
It looks like Saiyan Prince has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Nice shot by Saiyan Prince.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scorpion throws a head kick but Saiyan Prince moves out of range.
Scorpion connects with the punch.
Saiyan Prince uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Scorpion.
Saiyan Prince pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Scorpion misses the jab.
Scorpion's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
A good leg kick by Saiyan Prince.
Nice defenses there by Scorpion.#T2#
Scorpion checks a leg kick nicely.
Saiyan Prince misses with the combination.
Scorpion lands with a nice body kick. #CL2#
Scorpion gets a clinch.
The referee is keeping an eye on Scorpion - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Saiyan Prince takes a shot to the head.
Scorpion lands a right hand that snaps the head of Saiyan Prince backwards.
Scorpion misses with the head strike. #BC#
Saiyan Prince breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Scorpion throws an overhand right that lands on Saiyan Prince's shoulder, as Saiyan Prince tries to avoid the shot.
As Scorpion backs away, Saiyan Prince returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Saiyan Prince avoids the body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion blocks the body kick.
Saiyan Prince showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Scorpion.
Donk. Scorpion catches Saiyan Prince right on the button with a cross.
Saiyan Prince throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T3#
Scorpion throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Saiyan Prince misses with a wild body shot.
Scorpion looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Scorpion takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Scorpion throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Saiyan Prince tries to work over Scorpion's front leg with a kick but Scorpion checks it.
Saiyan Prince throws a push kick but Scorpion slaps the foot to one side.
Scorpion moves out of range of the body kick from Saiyan Prince.
Scorpion looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Saiyan Prince throws an off balance right hand
and Scorpion counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Saiyan Prince throws a jab but it's blocked by Scorpion.
Saiyan Prince tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Scorpion tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Saiyan Prince was well out of range. Poor timing from Scorpion.
Saiyan Prince half committed to a counter leg kick.
Saiyan Prince scores with a push kick.
Saiyan Prince swings for the body but Scorpion moves out of range.
Scorpion throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Saiyan Prince stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Scorpion listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
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!
Saiyan Prince lands a leg kick that knocks Scorpion off balance momentarily.
Scorpion misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Saiyan Prince.
A solid leg kick lands there for Scorpion.
Saiyan Prince tries to land a leg kick but Scorpion saw it coming and moves away. #T4#
Scorpion shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Saiyan Prince blocks the body kick.
Scorpion is looking to slow Saiyan Prince down with leg kicks.
Scorpion wants to land a leg kick but Saiyan Prince is out of range.
Nice jab there from Scorpion.
Scorpion takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Saiyan Prince changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Saiyan Prince throws a hook to the side of Scorpion's head but Scorpion sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Saiyan Prince connects with a body shot.
Good leg kick by Saiyan Prince.
Scorpion blocks the body kick.
Saiyan Prince uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Scorpion.
Saiyan Prince dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Scorpion throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scorpion keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Saiyan Prince misses with a hook. Scorpion ducked under it nicely.
Saiyan Prince avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #CL2#
Scorpion pushes Saiyan Prince up against the ropes in a clinch.
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
Saiyan Prince blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Silva Scorpion will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R3#
Scorpion throws a body punch but Saiyan Prince moves out of range.
Saiyan Prince appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Scorpion looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Saiyan Prince will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Saiyan Prince scores with a decent looking hook.
Saiyan Prince keeps Scorpion at a distance using the push kick.
Scorpion pushes Saiyan Prince away with a front kick.
Saiyan Prince fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Scorpion on the side of the head.
Saiyan Prince fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Scorpion misses the shot to the body.
Saiyan Prince appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Scorpion fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Saiyan Prince manages to avoid it.
Saiyan Prince keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Saiyan Prince misses with a body kick.
Scorpion scores with a leg kick.
Saiyan Prince tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Scorpion was well out of range. Poor timing from Saiyan Prince.
Scorpion scores with a body shot.
Saiyan Prince misses with a left hand
and Scorpion counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL2#
Scorpion gets a clinch.
Saiyan Prince misses with some punches.
Saiyan Prince lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Saiyan Prince blocks a body shot from Scorpion. #T1#
A short right hand to the side of the head by Scorpion.
Silva Scorpion seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Scorpion blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Scorpion working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC2#
Scorpion escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Saiyan Prince throws a sloppy head kick and Scorpion moves out of range easily.
Saiyan Prince throws a shot to the body.
Scorpion throws a right and a left that both miss.
Saiyan Prince throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Scorpion lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Scorpion dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Scorpion lands with a right hand.
Scorpion bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Saiyan Prince lands with a thumping leg kick.
Saiyan Prince defending well as Scorpion loads up on a big left hand.
Some bone on bone action there as Scorpion checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Saiyan Prince pushes Scorpion away with a front kick.
Scorpion bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A thudding body kick lands there by Saiyan Prince!
Saiyan Prince bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Scorpion's head.#T2#
Scorpion tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Saiyan Prince was well out of range. Poor timing from Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A counter left hand to the body from Saiyan Prince misses its target.
A good leg kick by Saiyan Prince.
Saiyan Prince stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Scorpion.
Scorpion connects with a body shot.
Saiyan Prince throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Saiyan Prince throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Scorpion on the side of the head.
Scorpion with a nice calf kick.
Saiyan Prince throws a nice outside leg kick.
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Scorpion throws a body shot but no joy.
Scorpion misses with a wild body shot.
Scorpion uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Saiyan Prince.
Scorpion is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Scorpion fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#CL2#
Scorpion rushes Saiyan Prince and presses him up against the ropes.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with a hook to the ribs. #BC2#
Scorpion's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T3#
Saiyan Prince bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Scorpion's head backwards.
Saiyan Prince is looking to land body kicks.
Scorpion has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Saiyan Prince throws the kick towards the body but Scorpion avoids it.
Saiyan Prince throws a nice outside leg kick.
Scorpion walks into a straight right hand from Saiyan Prince.
Saiyan Prince with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Scorpion needs to keep his hands up - Saiyan Prince had a free shot at his head there.
Saiyan Prince comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Scorpion checks the leg kick nicely there.
A lazy left from Saiyan Prince finds it's target.
Scorpion slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Scorpion has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Saiyan Prince.
Scorpion has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Scorpion there as he acknowledges the shot.
Scorpion moves into range and connects with a jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scorpion fails in his attempt to clinch.
A nice inside leg kick there by Saiyan Prince. That's going to slow Scorpion down.
Saiyan Prince ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scorpion moves away.
Scorpion just misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion misses with a double jab.
A counter left hand to the body from Saiyan Prince misses its target.
Scorpion misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Saiyan Prince.
Saiyan Prince appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Scorpion stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Saiyan Prince.#T4#
Scorpion throws an off balance right hand
and Saiyan Prince connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Scorpion is looking to score with low kicks.
Scorpion takes one to the side of the head.
Saiyan Prince finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Saiyan Prince comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Scorpion takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Scorpion looks to throw the jab but Saiyan Prince is out of range.
Saiyan Prince throws a poor cross that misses
and Scorpion makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Scorpion throws a body punch but Saiyan Prince moves out of range.
Scorpion misses with an uppercut.
Saiyan Prince fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Scorpion is out of range.
Scorpion throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Scorpion takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Saiyan Prince does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Scorpion tries to bum rush Saiyan Prince with a series of wild strikes but Saiyan Prince uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion tries to clinch there but Saiyan Prince circles away.
Saiyan Prince fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Scorpion manages to avoid it.
Saiyan Prince avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Saiyan Prince misses with a body kick.
Scorpion takes one on the button.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Vegeta Saiyan Prince did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R4#
Saiyan Prince fails to land with a series of punches.
Scorpion tries a quick counter leg kick but Saiyan Prince is wise to it.
Saiyan Prince slips under a jab from Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a half hearted mid kick.
Jab by Scorpion.
A bone on bone clash there as Scorpion blocks the leg kick.
Scorpion throws a hook but Saiyan Prince avoids it easily.
Saiyan Prince swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Scorpion ducks under a wild hook from Saiyan Prince.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Saiyan Prince.
Scorpion throws a body shot but no joy.
Saiyan Prince looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Nice jab there from Saiyan Prince.
Scorpion blocks a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Saiyan Prince lands an overhand right.
Scorpion steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Saiyan Prince.
Saiyan Prince avoids the body shot from Scorpion.
Jab from Saiyan Prince.
Saiyan Prince connects with a solid leg kick.
Saiyan Prince fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Scorpion manages to avoid it.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Scorpion throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #T1#
Scorpion misses with a looping right.
Saiyan Prince connects with a leg kick.
Scorpion takes a swing at Saiyan Prince's ribcage but misses.
Scorpion keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Saiyan Prince.
Scorpion tries to land a leg kick but Saiyan Prince saw it coming and moves away.
Scorpion uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Saiyan Prince.
Saiyan Prince turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Scorpion misses with a wild body shot.
The fighters circle momentarily. Scorpion darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Saiyan Prince fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Scorpion manages to avoid it.
Saiyan Prince throws a body kick that misses.
Saiyan Prince pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A nice inside leg kick there by Scorpion. That's going to slow Saiyan Prince down.
Scorpion tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Saiyan Prince was well out of range. Poor timing from Scorpion.
Scorpion takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
A jab from Scorpion finds it's way through Saiyan Prince's defenses.
Scorpion staying out of range there.
Scorpion fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Saiyan Prince looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Saiyan Prince waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Scorpion.
Scorpion is looking to score with low kicks.
Scorpion misses with a wild body shot.
Saiyan Prince throws a wild body kick that Scorpion sees coming a mile off.
Saiyan Prince bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A nice leg kick from Scorpion, right into the meat of the thigh.
Scorpion scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Scorpion lands a right hook to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Saiyan Prince. Scorpion does a little dance to reset his feet.
Saiyan Prince slips under a jab from Scorpion.
Scorpion with a nice cross.
Saiyan Prince checks a leg kick.
Scorpion fails in his attempt to clinch.
Scorpion takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Saiyan Prince misses with a looping left.
Saiyan Prince looks to land a right hand but Scorpion moved out of range.
Scorpion feints a counter leg kick.
Scorpion takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Scorpion scores with a jab to the body.
Scorpion fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#T3#
Scorpion throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Saiyan Prince. Scorpion does a little dance to reset his feet.
Scorpion has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Saiyan Prince finds it's way round the side to connect with Scorpion's head.
Scorpion tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Saiyan Prince is able to avoid easily.
Saiyan Prince throws a wild body kick that Scorpion sees coming a mile off.
Saiyan Prince on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Scorpion.
Saiyan Prince works Scorpion's body with a nice hook.
Scorpion tries a low kick but Saiyan Prince avoids it.
Saiyan Prince moves away from the strike by Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with a low kick.
Saiyan Prince is looking to counter punch.
Scorpion digs a good body shot into Saiyan Prince's ribs.
Saiyan Prince lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Scorpion throws a quick inside leg kick.
Scorpion throws a head kick but Saiyan Prince moves out of range.
Scorpion throws a half hearted mid kick.
Saiyan Prince throwing a counter right hand but Scorpion manages to avoid it.
Scorpion lands with a good body shot.#CL2#
Scorpion clinches. #T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Scorpion lands a hook to the side of the head.
Saiyan Prince works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Scorpion misses with a short punch on the inside.
Saiyan Prince throws a head punch that misses.
Scorpion has Saiyan Prince pressed against the ropes, preventing Saiyan Prince from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Scorpion lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Saiyan Prince backwards.
Scorpion is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.#BC#
Saiyan Prince breaks the clinch.
Saiyan Prince throws a hook but Scorpion avoids it easily.
Saiyan Prince lands a nice leg kick that just misses Scorpion's sensitive parts.
Saiyan Prince throws a jab but it's blocked by Scorpion.
Scorpion swings for the body but Saiyan Prince moves out of range.
Scorpion has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Scorpion there as he acknowledges the shot.
Saiyan Prince displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Scorpion throws out the jab.
Scorpion lands a really nice looking cross but Saiyan Prince seems unphased.
Scorpion tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Saiyan Prince was well out of range. Poor timing from Scorpion.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Saiyan Prince avoids the body shot from Scorpion.
Saiyan Prince slips a jab from Scorpion.
Scorpion changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Silva Scorpion will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
Saiyan Prince changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Saiyan Prince throws a hook but Scorpion blocks it.
Saiyan Prince moves out of range of the body kick from Scorpion.
Saiyan Prince takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Saiyan Prince cracks Scorpion with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Saiyan Prince scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Scorpion is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Scorpion throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Saiyan Prince misses with a leg kick
and Scorpion counters with a solid body kick.
Saiyan Prince avoids the body shot from Scorpion.
Saiyan Prince misses with a low kick.
Scorpion scores with a shot to the body.
Scorpion misses with a low kick as Saiyan Prince jumps back.
A low kick lands for Scorpion.
Saiyan Prince lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scorpion takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Saiyan Prince throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Saiyan Prince moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Saiyan Prince uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Scorpion. #T1#
Scorpion fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Saiyan Prince manages to avoid it.
Saiyan Prince takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Saiyan Prince throws a hook but Scorpion blocks it.
Scorpion tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Saiyan Prince was well out of range. Poor timing from Scorpion.
Saiyan Prince fires out a quick counter leg kick but Scorpion just manages to avoid it.
Scorpion looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Scorpion swings for the body but Saiyan Prince moves out of range.
Saiyan Prince connects with a nice looking jab.
Saiyan Prince throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Saiyan Prince takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Scorpion throws a big shot that misses.
Saiyan Prince keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Good standup being displayed there by Saiyan Prince as he connects with a hook.
Scorpion jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Scorpion misses with a straight left.
Scorpion ducks under a wild hook from Saiyan Prince.
Scorpion lands with a thumping leg kick.
Saiyan Prince waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Scorpion.
A countering left hand to the body from Scorpion misses.
Saiyan Prince goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Scorpion keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T2#
Saiyan Prince swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Scorpion keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Saiyan Prince connects with a body shot.
Scorpion takes a swing at Saiyan Prince's ribcage but misses.
Scorpion lands a nice looking body shot.
Scorpion throws a shot to the body.
Scorpion bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Saiyan Prince fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Saiyan Prince defending well as Scorpion loads up on a big left hand.
Saiyan Prince swings for the body but Scorpion moves out of range.
A jab lands there for Scorpion.
Scorpion throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Saiyan Prince sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Saiyan Prince throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Saiyan Prince connects with a leg kick.
Scorpion is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Saiyan Prince avoids the body shot from Scorpion.
Saiyan Prince was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T3##CL2#
Scorpion closes the distance and clinches.
Saiyan Prince struggles to land a body shot inside as Scorpion controls his hands.
Saiyan Prince tries to work over Scorpion's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Good body shot from Scorpion. #BC#
Saiyan Prince breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Saiyan Prince tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Scorpion was well out of range. Poor timing from Saiyan Prince.
Scorpion avoids the body shot from Saiyan Prince.
Saiyan Prince moves out of range of the leg kick from Scorpion.
A jab from Saiyan Prince misses.
Saiyan Prince throws a body punch but Scorpion moves out of range.
Saiyan Prince misses with an uppercut.
Scorpion scores with a kick to the midsection.
Scorpion misses with a lunging right hand
and Saiyan Prince counters with a slapping leg kick.
Saiyan Prince throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Saiyan Prince pivots, looking for a leg kick but Scorpion is out of range and Saiyan Prince settles back down.
Saiyan Prince thows a left - swing and a miss!
Scorpion lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Saiyan Prince at a distance.
Scorpion misses the shot to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Saiyan Prince misses the target. #T4#
Saiyan Prince with a nice calf kick.
Saiyan Prince throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Scorpion throws a nice inside leg kick.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Scorpion scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Saiyan Prince moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Saiyan Prince throws out a leg kick but Scorpion moves out of range and Saiyan Prince only half commits.
Scorpion throws a sloppy head kick and Saiyan Prince moves out of range easily.
Saiyan Prince on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Scorpion. Scorpion obviously looking to wear him down.
Scorpion misses with a low kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Saiyan Prince. Scorpion does a little dance to reset his feet.
Saiyan Prince connects with the punch.
Scorpion walks into a left hand.
Scorpion takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Scorpion thows a left - swing and a miss!
Scorpion connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Saiyan Prince momentarily.
Scorpion misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Saiyan Prince.
The fighters circling - Saiyan Prince throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Saiyan Prince fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A looping hook to the body misses from Scorpion. Saiyan Prince does a little dance to reset his feet.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 47:48
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 47:48
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 46:49

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Silva Scorpion!
Silva Scorpion retains his lightweight title!
Silva Scorpion seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: SYN K1 6/11     
Date:   Jun 11, 2021
#R1#
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Scorpion.
Vettori thumps Scorpion with a low kick.
Scorpion on the wrong end of a nice jab.
We've been informed that Vettori has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Vettori throws a leg kick but Scorpion checks it.
Scorpion slips a straight right by Vettori.
Scorpion swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Scorpion fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Vettori swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Scorpion scoring well with a low kick there.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Vettori on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Vettori is looking to clinch.
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Vettori moves away.
Scorpion misses with a jab to the body
and Vettori counters with a stiff right hand.
A leg kick checked by Scorpion.
Scorpion tries to clinch but Vettori is having none of it. #CL2#
Vettori closes the distance and clinches. #BC#
Scorpion breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Vettori swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Scorpion lands a body shot.
Vettori is looking to clinch but Scorpion is avoiding it.
Vettori takes a shot to the body in his stride. #T1#
Scorpion moves away from the strike by Vettori.
Silva Scorpion seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Scorpion with the inside leg kick.
Vettori throws a low kick but Scorpion moves out of range easily.
Scorpion fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Scorpion bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Scorpion jabs at Vettori's body.
Vettori pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Vettori with a nice calf kick.
Vettori takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Vettori blocks the body kick.
The fight stays on the outside here - Vettori looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Scorpion works the jab nicely.
Vettori takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Vettori throws a low kick, looking for Scorpion's leg but Scorpion calmly moves out of range.
Vettori throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Scorpion slips under a jab.
Scorpion swings for the body but Vettori moves out of range.
Scorpion pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.#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!
Scorpion checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Scorpion checks a leg kick.
The fighters circling - Vettori throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Scorpion looks to land a body kick but Vettori moved away.
A nice side step and Vettori releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Vettori takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Scorpion throws a leg kick but Vettori sees it coming and moves out of range.
Vettori throws a body punch but Scorpion moves out of range.
Scorpion fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Vettori is out of range.
Vettori throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Scorpion sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Vettori dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Vettori looks to throw the jab but Scorpion is out of range.
Scorpion lands a nice hook to Vettori's body. Vettori takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
A slow jab from Scorpion misses its intended target.
Vettori pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Good leg kick by Scorpion.
Scorpion misses the shot to the body.
A nice leg kick lands there from Scorpion.
Vettori misses with a lunging right hand
and Scorpion counters with an outside leg kick.
Scorpion throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Scorpion misses with a straight left. #T3#
Scorpion scores with a nice strike.
Scorpion looks for the body kick but Vettori saw that one coming.
Vettori ducks right into an uppercut from Scorpion.
Scorpion scores with a jab.
Vettori tries to close the distance and clinch but Scorpion swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Vettori swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Vettori avoids the body shot from Scorpion.
Vettori tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
A swing and a miss from Vettori.
It looked like Scorpion was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Vettori.
Scorpion lands with a right hand.
Scorpion looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Scorpion misses with a body shot.
Scorpion lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Vettori is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Scorpion.
Vettori blocks a low kick nicely.
Scorpion lands a jab.
A lazy left from Scorpion finds it's target.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Vettori finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Vettori jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Vettori attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.#T4#
Scorpion tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Vettori is able to avoid easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Vettori! But no joy.
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Vettori moves away.
Vettori connects with a leg kick.
Scorpion throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Vettori sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Vettori keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Vettori throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
A cross from Vettori lands.
Scorpion throws a big shot that misses.
Scorpion misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Vettori.
A nice side step and Vettori releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Vettori just misses with a punch to the body.
Vettori connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#CL#
Scorpion clinches up with Vettori and pushes him back against the ropes.
Scorpion blocking some punches.
Scorpion tries a body shot but Vettori blocks it.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Vettori.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Vettori goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Scorpion lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Vettori throws a punch but it's blocked by Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a nice uppercut.
Scorpion lands a body punch in the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Vettori scores with a hook to the body. Scorpion takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Scorpion is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Vettori can do to turn this around?
Vettori pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Vettori misses with a straight left.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Scorpion.
Vettori swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Vettori blocks a head kick by Scorpion.
Vettori does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Vettori feints and then cracks Scorpion's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Scorpion down.
Vettori lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Vettori's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Scorpion looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Vettori swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Scorpion jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Vettori motions for Scorpion to come forward. Vettori throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Scorpion scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vettori misses with a low kick as Scorpion jumps back.
Vettori takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Scorpion needs to keep his hands up - Vettori had a free shot at his head there.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Scorpion pushes Vettori away with a front kick.
Scorpion ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Vettori moves out of range of the strikes.#T1#
Vettori finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Scorpion is looking to counter punch.
Vettori takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Vettori throws a body shot but no joy. #CL2#
Vettori has managed to clinch. #BC2#
Vettori breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Vettori throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Vettori. Scorpion does a little dance to reset his feet.
Vettori avoids a kick to the body.
Vettori paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Scorpion fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Vettori throws a leg kick that misses.
Vettori uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Scorpion.
Vettori misses with a low kick.#CL#
Scorpion takes the fight into the clinch.
Vettori tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Vettori doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Scorpion here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Vettori misses with the head strike.
Vettori misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A right hook to the body lands for Scorpion. #T2#
Scorpion digs a right hand into Vettori's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Vettori's gas tank.
Scorpion lands a body punch in the clinch.
Vettori is breathing heavily.
Scorpion blocking some punches.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A head punch on the inside from Vettori fails to land.
Vettori lands a shot to the body.
Vettori tries a body shot but Scorpion blocks it.
Vettori lands with a short shot to the head.
A right hand to the body from Scorpion.
A shot in the inside from Scorpion.
Vettori tries a body shot but Scorpion blocks it.
Silva Scorpion has scored more points in the clinch so far.#BC#
Scorpion's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Vettori misses with a body shot.
Silva Scorpion is winning the standup battle so far.
Scorpion takes a swing at Vettori's ribcage but misses.
Vettori looks to land a left hand but Scorpion moved out of range nicely.
Scorpion thuds his shin into the meat of Vettori's side.
A combination from Scorpion does no damage.
Vettori misses the shot to the body.
A jab from Vettori misses.
A bone on bone clash there as Vettori blocks the leg kick.
A swing and a miss from Vettori.
Scorpion tried to counter with a leg kick but Vettori avoided it.#T3#
Vettori looks to land a right hand but Scorpion moved out of range.
Scorpion was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Scorpion checks a leg kick nicely.
Scorpion buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Vettori ducks right into an uppercut from Scorpion.
Vettori lands the left hand.
Vettori doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Vettori throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Scorpion sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Vettori tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A shot to the liver by Scorpion. Beautiful body shot.
Vettori rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Vettori takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Vettori waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Scorpion.
Scorpion jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Scorpion takes a swing at Vettori's ribcage but misses.
Vettori stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Scorpion.
Vettori throws a nice outside leg kick.
Vettori is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Vettori struggles to land a body shot inside as Scorpion controls his hands.
Scorpion blocks a body shot from Vettori. #T4#
Scorpion prevents a body shot from Vettori.
Vettori lands a body shot in the clinch.
Scorpion lands a right hand.
Scorpion struggles to land a body shot inside as Vettori controls his hands.
Vettori tries to throw a body punch but Scorpion avoids it by throwing Vettori back against the ropes. #BC#
Scorpion breaks from the clinch.
Some bone on bone action there as Vettori checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Scorpion fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Scorpion waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Vettori.
Scorpion connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Vettori is looking to land body kicks.
A solid leg kick lands there for Scorpion.
A left and a right from Scorpion both land. Nice combination. #CL#
Scorpion clinches up with Vettori and pushes him back against the ropes.
Scorpion swings away with an uppercut that misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion gets through Vettori's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Scorpion lands a nice uppercut.
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A shot in the inside from Scorpion.
Vettori misses with a body punch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Scorpion lands a glancing blow to the side of Vettori's head.
Scorpion misses with a body punch
and Vettori counters with a nice uppercut.
Scorpion throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scorpion with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Scorpion misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Vettori.
Vettori throws out a counter right but Scorpion avoids it with no problem.
Scorpion lands a right hook to the body.
Scorpion throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #CL#
Scorpion closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes. #BC2#
Vettori breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Vettori misses with a straight left.
Scorpion throwing a counter right hand but Vettori manages to avoid it.
Scorpion lands a right hook to the body.
Vettori is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Scorpion.
Vettori moves away from the strike by Scorpion.
Vettori flicks out a counter leg kick but Scorpion steps away.
Scorpion moves out of range as Vettori strikes.
Vettori misses with a hook. Scorpion ducked under it nicely.
Scorpion looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Vettori changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scorpion misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Vettori counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Scorpion misses the shot to the body.
Scorpion moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #T1#
Vettori lets loose with a powerful body kick. Scorpion will feel that in the morning.
Scorpion blocks a leg kick.
Vettori attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Good work by Vettori as he checks the leg kick.
Scorpion is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Vettori.
Scorpion jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Scorpion connects with a right hand. Vettori shakes it off.
Vettori misses with an uppercut.
Vettori throws out a loose jab but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scorpion lands a nice looking body kick.
Vettori throws a hook but Scorpion blocks it.
Scorpion with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Scorpion misses with a hook to the body
and Vettori counters with a good low kick that Scorpion was not able to check.
Vettori jabs Scorpion to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Scorpion looks to land a right hand but Vettori moved out of range.
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Vettori moves away.
Scorpion fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Vettori manages to avoid it.
Scorpion finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jab by Vettori.
Scorpion checks a leg kick.
Scorpion throws a body punch but Vettori moves out of range.
Vettori misses with an attempted mid kick.
A punch lands to the side of Scorpion 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Vettori looks to land a left hand but Scorpion moved out of range nicely.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Scorpion. Vettori shrugs it off though.
Scorpion darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
A good leg kick by Vettori.
Scorpion lands a jab to Vettori's midsection.
Vettori misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Scorpion.
Good shot there by Vettori.
Scorpion pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Vettori doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Vettori is looking to score with low kicks.
Scorpion stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Vettori.
Vettori wants to slow Scorpion down by chopping away at his legs.
A slow jab from Scorpion misses its intended target.
Vettori jabbing away but nothing is landing. #CL#
Scorpion has managed to clinch. #T3#
Vettori misses with some punches.
Vettori prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion pushes Vettori back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Scorpion looking to slow down the pace here.
A head punch on the inside from Vettori fails to land.
Vettori tries to work over Scorpion's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Vettori is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Scorpion is defending well for now.
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Marvin Vettori has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Silva Scorpion is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Scorpion prevents a body shot from Vettori.
Scorpion blocks an uppercut.
Vettori misses with a body punch.
Vettori tries a body shot but Scorpion blocks it.
Scorpion on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
A short right from Scorpion on the inside. #BC#
Scorpion pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A nice leg kick lands there from Scorpion. #T4#
Scorpion lands with a kick to the ribs.
Scorpion misses with a body shot.
Scorpion finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Scorpion throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Scorpion buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Scorpion is looking to wear down Vettori with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Scorpion works the jab nicely.
Vettori misses with a leg kick.
Scorpion moves out of range of the leg kick from Vettori.
Vettori takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL#
Scorpion instigates a clinch.
Vettori has a couple of punches blocked by Scorpion.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Scorpion.
Vettori swings wildly with an uppercut but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Vettori misses with a hook from the clinch.
Vettori swings away with an uppercut that misses.

And that's the end of the fight!
Silva Scorpion showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Scorpion 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 Ren Mimura scores the fight 30:27
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Silva Scorpion!

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

 

Event: SYN K1 6/4     
Date:   Jun 04, 2021
#R1#
Scorpion throws out a powerful jab.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a looping left.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a straight right.
Scorpion misses with a straight left.
A nice leg kick lands there from Scorpion.
Scorpion looks to land a body kick but Blackmane 🐺 moved away.
Blackmane 🐺 dips to his left and cracks Scorpion with an uppercut!
Scorpion tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Blackmane 🐺 manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Blackmane 🐺 throws out a counter right but Scorpion avoids it with no problem.
Scorpion throws a nice inside leg kick.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a leg kick but Scorpion checks it.
Blackmane 🐺 looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Scorpion uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Blackmane 🐺 .
Scorpion lands a right hook to the body.
An inside leg kick lands from Scorpion.
Blackmane 🐺 connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Scorpion looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Scorpion lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scorpion lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Blackmane 🐺 at a distance. #CL#
Scorpion darts in and clinches Blackmane 🐺 up against the ropes.
Scorpion goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Blackmane 🐺 pushes Scorpion back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Scorpion just leaning against Blackmane 🐺 , taking a breather.
Scorpion lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Blackmane 🐺 or not.
Blackmane 🐺 has had enough of the clinch but Scorpion keeps him there for the moment.#T1#
Scorpion lands with a short shot to the head.
Blackmane 🐺 tries to work over Scorpion's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Scorpion lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Blackmane 🐺 is trying to force a seperation but Scorpion has the dominant position.
Blackmane 🐺 blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Blackmane 🐺 has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Blackmane 🐺 prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
A body shot lands from Blackmane 🐺 .
Blackmane 🐺 misses with some punches.
Blackmane 🐺 is trying to force a seperation but Scorpion has the dominant position.
Scorpion prevents Blackmane 🐺 from breaking the clinch.
Scorpion pushes Blackmane 🐺 back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Blackmane 🐺 misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Scorpion.
Blackmane 🐺 has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Scorpion lands a right hand. #BC#
Scorpion breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a head kick.
Blackmane 🐺 with a nice cross.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a body punch but Scorpion moves out of range.
It looked like Scorpion wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T2#
A slow jab from Scorpion misses its intended target. #CL#
Scorpion instigates a clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Blackmane 🐺 lands a right hand.
Blackmane 🐺 softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Scorpion tries a body shot but Blackmane 🐺 blocks it.
Scorpion lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Blackmane 🐺 tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
A shot in the inside from Blackmane 🐺 .
Scorpion holding his opponent close, against the ropes.
A nice right hand lands inside from Scorpion.
A nice right hand lands inside from Scorpion.
Scorpion digs a right hand underneath Blackmane 🐺 's ribcage. Blackmane 🐺 let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Scorpion pushes Blackmane 🐺 back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Scorpion blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a hook to the ribs.
Scorpion has Blackmane 🐺 pressed against the ropes.
Scorpion keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Blackmane 🐺 's efforts to push away.#BC2#
Blackmane 🐺 breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #T3#
Blackmane 🐺 has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Scorpion finds it's way round the side to connect with Blackmane 🐺 's head.
A looping hook to the body misses from Scorpion. Blackmane 🐺 does a little dance to reset his feet.
It seemed like Blackmane 🐺 was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Blackmane 🐺 .#CL#
Scorpion moves into the clinch successfully.
Scorpion swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Scorpion blocks an uppercut.
Scorpion tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with the head strike.
Scorpion lands a hook that snaps the head of Blackmane 🐺 backwards.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Scorpion presses Blackmane 🐺 against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Blackmane 🐺 tries to throw a body punch but Scorpion avoids it by throwing Blackmane 🐺 back against the ropes. #BC2#
Blackmane 🐺 breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Scorpion connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Scorpion.
A head kick misses from Blackmane 🐺 .
Silva Scorpion seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Scorpion throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T4#
Scorpion works the jab nicely.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Scorpion throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Scorpion sizes up Blackmane 🐺 with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Scorpion throws a series of punches but Blackmane 🐺 avoids them all with ease.
Scorpion moves out of range of the body kick.#CL#
Scorpion closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
Scorpion scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with the head strike. #BC2#
Blackmane 🐺 breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Blackmane 🐺 jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
A jab from Blackmane 🐺 misses.
Scorpion steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Blackmane 🐺 .
A low kick from Blackmane 🐺 is predictable there
and Scorpion connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Blackmane 🐺 is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion throws the left hand but Blackmane 🐺 avoids the punch easily.
Blackmane 🐺 ducks under a wild hook from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a high kick!
Blackmane 🐺 on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Nice defenses there by Scorpion.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Blackmane 🐺 tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Scorpion was well out of range. Poor timing from Blackmane 🐺 .
Scorpion uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Blackmane 🐺 .
Scorpion looks to land a left hand but Blackmane 🐺 moved out of range nicely.
Scorpion scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Scorpion does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Scorpion swings for the body but Blackmane 🐺 moves out of range.
Blackmane 🐺 lands with a good body shot.
Scorpion throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Scorpion throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Scorpion moves out of range of the strikes.
A quick step to the side and Scorpion tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scorpion attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Blackmane 🐺 takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Scorpion fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Blackmane 🐺 is out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Blackmane 🐺 moves out of range as Scorpion throws a body kick.
Blackmane 🐺 looks to throw the jab but Scorpion is out of range.
Blackmane 🐺 with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Scorpion looks to score with a jab to the body but Blackmane 🐺 is just out of range.
Scorpion feints and then cracks Blackmane 🐺 's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Blackmane 🐺 down.
Scorpion ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T1#
Scorpion looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Blackmane 🐺 throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Scorpion sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Scorpion throws a half hearted mid kick.
Blackmane 🐺 misses the shot to the body.
Scorpion moves away from the strike by Blackmane 🐺 .
Scorpion lands a nice hook to Blackmane 🐺 's body. Blackmane 🐺 takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
A nice leg kick lands there from Scorpion.
Blackmane 🐺 throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Scorpion sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Scorpion takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Scorpion throws the kick towards the body but Blackmane 🐺 avoids it.
A swing and a miss from Blackmane 🐺 .
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Scorpion - that will leave a mark!
Scorpion scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a series of punches but Scorpion moves out of range.
Scorpion scores with a punch to the head.
Silva Scorpion is winning the standup battle so far.
Blackmane 🐺 swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scorpion gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Blackmane 🐺 .
Scorpion scores with a jab to the body.#T2#
Scorpion's corner calls for a 1-2. Scorpion obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Blackmane 🐺 takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Blackmane 🐺 avoids the body shot from Scorpion.
A jab from Blackmane 🐺 finds it's way through Scorpion's defenses.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Blackmane 🐺 , as that shot connected.
Scorpion lands a nice hook to Blackmane 🐺 's body. Blackmane 🐺 takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Scorpion slips under a jab.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a looping overhand right but Scorpion ducks down to avoid it.
Blackmane 🐺 walks into a stiff left hand from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a nice leg kick that just misses Blackmane 🐺 's sensitive parts.
Scorpion blocks a low kick nicely.
Scorpion with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row. #CL#
Scorpion rushes Blackmane 🐺 and presses him up against the ropes.
Scorpion scores with a nice hook to the head.
Scorpion taking a breather.
Scorpion lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Blackmane 🐺 or not.
Scorpion is trying to maintain a safe position but Blackmane 🐺 gets an underhook and turns Scorpion into the ropes.
Scorpion slows down the pace here.
Blackmane 🐺 's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Scorpion stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.#T3#
Blackmane 🐺 putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Scorpion in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Scorpion trying to stall but Blackmane 🐺 improves his position.
A head punch on the inside from Blackmane 🐺 fails to land.
Scorpion lands a body shot.
Silva Scorpion has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Blackmane 🐺 takes a shot to the head.
Scorpion has Blackmane 🐺 pressed against the ropes, preventing Blackmane 🐺 from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#BC2#
Blackmane 🐺 pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Scorpion swings for the body but Blackmane 🐺 moves out of range.
Blackmane 🐺 throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Nice shot lands for Scorpion.
Scorpion is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Blackmane 🐺 can do to turn this around?
Blackmane 🐺 on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Scorpion wants to clinch up but Blackmane 🐺 keeps it at a distance.
Blackmane 🐺 slips a straight right by Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with a wild body shot.
Blackmane 🐺 uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Scorpion.
A slow jab from Scorpion misses its intended target. #T4#
Scorpion dodges the punch combination from Blackmane 🐺 .
Blackmane 🐺 tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Scorpion is able to avoid easily.
Scorpion pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
It seemed like Blackmane 🐺 was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Blackmane 🐺 connects with a jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Blackmane 🐺 takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Scorpion misses with a straight right.
Scorpion listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
A clash of legs there as Scorpion blocks the low kick.
Scorpion wants to slow Blackmane 🐺 down by chopping away at his legs.
Blackmane 🐺 lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
A nice inside leg kick there by Scorpion. That's going to slow Blackmane 🐺 down.
Blackmane 🐺 throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Scorpion sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Scorpion lands a body shot.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a head kick that misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Blackmane 🐺 scores with a jab. Scorpion acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Scorpion throws the left hand but Blackmane 🐺 avoids the punch easily.
Scorpion throws a body shot but no joy.
Blackmane 🐺 sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Good work by Scorpion as he checks the leg kick.
Scorpion was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Scorpion throws a body shot but no joy.
Blackmane 🐺 swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A jab lands there for Blackmane 🐺 .
Scorpion with a hook.
Blackmane 🐺 stuns Scorpion with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Nice defenses there by Blackmane 🐺 .
A leg kick checked by Scorpion.
Blackmane 🐺 checks a low kick from Scorpion.
Blackmane 🐺 looks like he wants to counter punch here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Blackmane 🐺 is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Blackmane 🐺 lands a really nice looking cross but Scorpion seems unphased.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the body
and Blackmane 🐺 counters with a low kick, right behind Scorpion 's knee.
Blackmane 🐺 tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Scorpion is able to avoid easily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scorpion connects with a nice looking jab.
Scorpion misses with an uppercut. #T1#
Blackmane 🐺 misses the jab.
Scorpion blocks a low kick nicely.
A little feinted left hand from Scorpion on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a hook. Scorpion ducked under it nicely.
Scorpion blocks the body kick.
Scorpion fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Blackmane 🐺 manages to avoid it.
A slow jab from Blackmane 🐺 misses its intended target. #CL#
Scorpion drives through and clinches with Blackmane 🐺 against the ropes.
Scorpion cracks Blackmane 🐺 with a nice body shot.
Scorpion misses with a hook to the ribs.
Scorpion lands a shoulder strike. #BC#
Scorpion breaks the clinch.
Scorpion lands a nice shot to the body.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Blackmane 🐺 digs a good hook to Scorpion's body.
A clash of legs there as Blackmane 🐺 blocks the low kick.
Scorpion scores with a body shot.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a hook but Scorpion blocks it.
Scorpion getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Ragnar Blackmane 🐺 has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Scorpion tries a head kick but it misses.
A telegraphed right hand from Scorpion misses the target.
Blackmane 🐺 lands a nice shot to the body.
Scorpion throws a low kick but Blackmane 🐺 avoids it.
Blackmane 🐺 takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Blackmane 🐺 has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Blackmane 🐺 there as he acknowledges the shot.
Scorpion fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Blackmane 🐺 tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Scorpion was well out of range. Poor timing from Blackmane 🐺 .
Scorpion misses with a wild body shot.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Scorpion lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Blackmane 🐺 has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Blackmane 🐺 and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Scorpion throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Blackmane 🐺 sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Scorpion gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Scorpion scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Scorpion throws a head kick that misses.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a leg kick but Scorpion sees it coming and moves out of range. #CL#
Scorpion rushes Blackmane 🐺 and presses him up against the ropes.#T3#
A body shot lands from Scorpion.
Blackmane 🐺 lands a left hand.
Blackmane 🐺 tries a body shot but Scorpion blocks it.
Scorpion lands with a left to the head.
Blackmane 🐺 lands an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Blackmane 🐺 fails to land.
Scorpion blocking some punches.
Scorpion content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Blackmane 🐺 lands an uppercut.
Silva Scorpion is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Blackmane 🐺 tries a body shot but Scorpion blocks it.
Scorpion avoiding damage as Blackmane 🐺 throws knees to the body.
Blackmane 🐺 wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Blackmane 🐺 tries to break the clinch but Scorpion is controlling the position. #BC2#
Blackmane 🐺 escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with an uppercut. Scorpion saw that one coming.
Scorpion tries to clinch but Blackmane 🐺 moves out of range.
Blackmane 🐺 steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.#T4##CL#
Scorpion forces Blackmane 🐺 back against the ropes and clinches.
Scorpion blocks a body shot from Blackmane 🐺 .
Blackmane 🐺 tries to break free but Scorpion pushes him back against the ropes.
Blackmane 🐺 blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Blackmane 🐺 looking to throw knees to the head but Scorpion is blocking nicely.
A left hand lands to the body for Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Blackmane 🐺 s head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Blackmane 🐺 looking to throw knees to the head but Scorpion is blocking nicely. #BC2#
Blackmane 🐺 manages to break the clinch.
Scorpion moves out of range as Blackmane 🐺 strikes.
Scorpion swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Blackmane 🐺 .
Scorpion connects with a body shot that sends Blackmane 🐺 's belly button to the back.
Scorpion scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Scorpion chopping away at his opponent's legs.

And that's the end of the fight!
Silva Scorpion showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Scorpion 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 Daniel Bishop scores the fight 30:27
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 30:27
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Silva Scorpion!

A very excited looking Silva Scorpion 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: SYN K1 5/21     
Date:   May 21, 2021
#R1#
Decent striking displayed by Scorpion there.
A jab from Scorpion does it's job there.
Scorpion throws a body punch but The Zealot moves out of range.
The Zealot closes the distance but Scorpion moves to the side
and Scorpion counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Scorpion lands a front kick.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
The Zealot takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Scorpion fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches The Zealot on the side of the head.#CL2#
Scorpion rushes The Zealot and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Scorpion.
The Zealot misses with a hook from the clinch.
The Zealot lands with a short shot to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scorpion blocking some punches.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Scorpion creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A shot in the inside from The Zealot.
The Zealot lands with a light punch inside.
Scorpion tries a body shot but The Zealot blocks it.
Scorpion lands a body punch. #BC2#
Scorpion's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Scorpion with a nice cross.
The Zealot is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
The Zealot tries to clinch but Scorpion moves out of range. #T1#
Scorpion lands with a cross.
The Zealot wants to clinch.
The Zealot tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Scorpion paws at him with a jab and circles away.
The Zealot tries to clinch but Scorpion is having none of it.
The Zealot walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#CL#
The Zealot clinches up against the ropes.
Scorpion works on The Zealot's body with a couple of short punches.#BC2#
Scorpion breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Scorpion throws a shot to the body. #CL#
The Zealot instigates a clinch.
The Zealot working aggressively here.
The Zealot's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A shot in the inside from Scorpion.
Scorpion can't find room to land a body shot as The Zealot controls the action.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nice body punch from Scorpion - that landed with a thud.
Scorpion lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of The Zealot backwards.
Scorpion lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Scorpion lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #BC2#
Scorpion breaks from the clinch. #T2#
The Zealot tries to clinch up
and Scorpion counters with a lovely straight right hand!
The Zealot tries to close the distance and clinch but Scorpion swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL#
The Zealot closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
Still in the clinch, Scorpion scores with a nice short uppercut.
Scorpion working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Scorpion blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A right handed body shot lands from Scorpion.
The Zealot takes a shot to the head.
Scorpion lands an uppercut.
Scorpion lands a nice uppercut.
Nice body punch from Scorpion - that landed with a thud.
Scorpion lands a nice uppercut.
Scorpion slowing the pace effectively.
The Zealot struggles to land a body shot inside as Scorpion controls his hands.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for The Zealot.
Scorpion misses with a body punch. #BC2#
Scorpion escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Scorpion throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by The Zealot.
Scorpion moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Nice body kick from Scorpion.#T3##CL2#
Scorpion has The Zealot up against the ropes in a clinch.
Good body shot from Scorpion.
The Zealot swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Scorpion lands a right hand.
Scorpion cracks The Zealot with a nice body shot.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Scorpion.
Scorpion tries to work over The Zealot's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Scorpion scores with an uppercut up the middle.
The Zealot lands a left hand that snaps the head of Scorpion backwards.
Scorpion digs a right hand underneath The Zealot's ribcage. The Zealot let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A short body shot lands from Scorpion as the two fighters clinch.
Scorpion displaying some good clinch control by pressing The Zealot up against the ropes.
Scorpion blocks an uppercut.
Scorpion goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Scorpion lands with a right to the head.
Scorpion lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of The Zealot backwards.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The Zealot swings wildly with an uppercut but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC2#
Scorpion breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #T4#
Scorpion lands a straight punch to the body, keeping The Zealot at a distance. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC2#
Scorpion escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Scorpion lands a lovely overhand right.
Scorpion with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Scorpion scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#CL#
The Zealot clinches up against the ropes.
Scorpion lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of The Zealot backwards.
Scorpion blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Scorpion lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Scorpion blocks an uppercut.
The Zealot lands a hook to the side of the head.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.#BC2#
Scorpion breaks from the clinch.
Scorpion sizes up The Zealot with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Scorpion moves out of range of the strikes.
Scorpion lands a jab to The Zealot's midsection.#CL2#
Scorpion moves into the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Scorpion avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
The Zealot tries to close the distance and clinch up but Scorpion swats him away and circles back towards the center.
The Zealot misses with an uppercut.
Silva Scorpion seems to be getting the better of the standup.
The Zealot with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Scorpion to score with a decent uppercut.
The Zealot throws the left hand but Scorpion avoids the punch easily.
The Zealot on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Scorpion lands with a nice body punch.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Scorpion. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
The Zealot tries to clinch
and Scorpion counters with a nice leg kick.
Scorpion lands with a nice body kick.
Scorpion misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A solid body kick from Scorpion.
Decent striking displayed by Scorpion there.
Scorpion avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Scorpion lands with a hook. The Zealot tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Scorpion scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Scorpion connects with a high kick.
The Zealot looks to clinch
and Scorpion counters with a straight right hand.
Scorpion lands a jab to the head.
Scorpion ducks under a wild hook from The Zealot.
Scorpion scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. The Zealot doesn't seem bothered though. #T1#
Scorpion connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
The Zealot doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Scorpion stuns The Zealot with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
The Zealot fails in his attempt to clinch.
Scorpion with a jab.
The Zealot takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
The Zealot loads up on a big right hand but Scorpion slips the punch.
Scorpion keeps the fight on the outside.
Scorpion misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
The Zealot appears to be looking for a big counter.
Scorpion lunges at The Zealot with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by The Zealot's hand.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Scorpion.
A jab from Scorpion finds it's way through The Zealot's defenses.
The Zealot on the wrong end of a nice hook.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Scorpion.
Scorpion scores with a hook to the body. The Zealot takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Scorpion scores with a push kick.
Scorpion lands a head kick!
The Zealot tries to clinch there but Scorpion circles away.
Scorpion connects with the punch.#T2#
Scorpion lands a slapping body shot.
Scorpion pushes The Zealot away with a front kick.
Scorpion scores with a body shot.
The Zealot with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Scorpion to score with a decent uppercut.
Scorpion moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
The fight stays on the outside here - The Zealot looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
The Zealot takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
The Zealot lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
The Zealot throws a looping overhand right but Scorpion ducks down to avoid it.
The Zealot rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Scorpion moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A little jabbing left from Scorpion on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
The Zealot throws a jab but it's blocked by Scorpion. #CL2#
Scorpion clinches. #BC2#
Scorpion breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Scorpion throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by The Zealot.
The Zealot tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Scorpion manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Silva Scorpion seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The Zealot takes one to the side of the head.
Scorpion throws a mid kick that lands with a slap. #T3#
Scorpion scores with the left hand. The Zealot knows he should have avoided that one.
Scorpion lands a right hook to the body.
The Zealot fails with an attempt to clinch.
Scorpion lands a nice hook to The Zealot's body. The Zealot takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
The Zealot is looking to clinch.
The Zealot jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Scorpion smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
The Zealot tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Scorpion paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Nice body punch from Scorpion.
The Zealot will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.#CL2#
Scorpion rushes The Zealot and presses him up against the ropes.
Scorpion has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Nice body punch from Scorpion.
The Zealot looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
A hook to the body from Scorpion.
Scorpion digs a right hand into The Zealot's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on The Zealot's gas tank.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Nice body punch from Scorpion - that landed with a thud.
Scorpion scores with a shot to the side of The Zealot's head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Scorpion tries to stall but The Zealot uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Scorpion working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Scorpion lands a nice uppercut.
Good body shot from Scorpion. #T4#
A short right from Scorpion. #ROC2#The Zealot is rocked!
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Scorpion creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Oh The Zealot is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Scorpion digs a right hand into The Zealot's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on The Zealot's gas tank.
Scorpion is leaning against The Zealot and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Silva Scorpion seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Scorpion lands a hook that snaps the head of The Zealot backwards.
The Zealot swings wildly with an uppercut but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scorpion lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down The Zealot.
Scorpion lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Scorpion lands with a light punch inside. #BC2#
Scorpion manages to break the clinch.
Scorpion cracks The Zealot with a perfect right hand that drops him to the mat! The Zealot is sitting up but I can't see if he's OK from my position. The referee's count has reached 5,6,7 and The Zealot is still not up. Can he make it? 8,9,10! He's out! The Zealot could not beat the count!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:23 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Silva Scorpion!
A victorious Silva Scorpion thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

 

Event: SYN K1 5/14     
Date:   May 14, 2021
#R1##CL#
George moves into range and clinches up with Scorpion.
A short right from George on the inside.
Scorpion tries to work over George's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
George fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion throws a head punch that misses.
Scorpion trying to stall but George improves his position.
A right handed body shot lands from George.
George throws a head punch that misses.
A right hook to the body lands for George.
A nice right hand lands inside from Scorpion.
George lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Scorpion backwards.
Scorpion taking a breather.
George fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion scores with a nice hook to the head.#BC2#
Scorpion breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
George swings for the body but Scorpion moves out of range.
Scorpion throws a hook to the side of George's head but George sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Scorpion misses with a body shot.
George misses with a straight left.
It seemed like Scorpion was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
George throws a body shot but no joy.
George tries to close the distance and clinch up but Scorpion swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Scorpion throws a chopping leg kick but George manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
George takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Scorpion throws a low kick but George avoids it.#T1#
George misses with a looping left.
George has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Razor Sharp Training Systems in the buildup to the fight.
George misses with a body shot.
Scorpion lands a glancing blow to the side of George's head.
George fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Scorpion manages to avoid it.
Scorpion throws out a counter right but George avoids it with no problem.
George throws a hook but Scorpion avoids it easily.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
George slips a jab from Scorpion.
Lambert George seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
George swings for the body but Scorpion moves out of range.
George moves out of range of the strikes.
George wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
George feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Scorpions jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
George with a body punch. A glancing blow.
George throws a body kick that misses.
George loads up on a big right hand but Scorpion slips the punch.
George is looking to wear down Scorpion with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Scorpion thumps George with a low kick.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts George, as that shot connected.
Scorpion lands a head shot.
George misses with an uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Scorpion misses with an uppercut. George saw that one coming.
George scoring well with a low kick there.
Scorpion swings away with a leg kick that misses.
George thows a left - swing and a miss!
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
George cracks Scorpion with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the ropes.#T2#
Scorpion looks to land a left hand but George moved out of range nicely.
Scorpion uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by George.
George blocks a jab.
George's corner calls for a 1-2. George obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Scorpion tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Scorpion has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from George.
Scorpion scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Scorpion tries to close the distance and clinch up but George swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Scorpion tests George's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Scorpion checks a leg kick.
Scorpion connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Scorpion does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
George slips a straight right by Scorpion.
George wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
A solid leg kick lands there for Scorpion.
Nice shot by George.
George bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
George scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Scorpion throws a low kick but George moves out of range easily.
George throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Scorpion appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Scorpion swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Scorpion's hands are dropping dangerously low here and George connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Scorpion scrambles back to his feet.
Scorpion takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#T3#
A telegraphed right hand from Scorpion misses the target.
A telegraphed right hand from George misses the target.
Scorpion smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
George scores with the left hand. Scorpion knows he should have avoided that one.
George keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Scorpion.
George wants to land a leg kick but Scorpion is out of range.
Scorpion is looking to slow George down with leg kicks.
George scores with a jab.
Scorpion uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from George.
A telegraphed right hand from George misses the target.
George is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Scorpion.
George swings for the body but Scorpion moves out of range.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts George, as that shot connected.
Scorpion tries to land a leg kick but George saw it coming and moves away.
George missing with a left hand there. Scorpion was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Scorpion swings away with a leg kick that misses.
George takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
A nice leg kick from Scorpion, right into the meat of the thigh.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Scorpion is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
George throwing a counter right hand but Scorpion manages to avoid it.
Scorpion scores with a spinning back kick!#T4#
George uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Scorpion.
Scorpion sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Nice defenses there by Scorpion.
Scorpion was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
George tries to score with a low kick but Scorpion moves his leg out of the way.
Scorpion looks to throw the jab but George is out of range.
George rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Scorpion counters with a thumping low kick.
Scorpion throws a low kick, looking for George's leg but George calmly moves out of range.
Scorpion moves in looking to clinch but George pushes him off.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Scorpion.
George scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
The fight stays on the outside here - Scorpion looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
A cross from George lands.
George lands a jab to the nose.
Scorpion takes a swing at George's ribcage but misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
George scores with a nice right hand.
Scorpion scores with a jab to the head.
Scorpion keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from George.
Scorpion displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as George throws out the jab.
Scorpion avoids the body shot from George.
Scorpion throws a looping overhand right but George ducks down to avoid it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Lambert George will probably get the nod.
That's time! George's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
George wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Scorpion thows a left - swing and a miss!
George misses with a straight left.
Scorpion keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Scorpion unleashes a big counter combination but George bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
George throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Scorpion lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
George scores with a jab to the head.
Scorpion jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A chopping leg kick lands by Scorpion.
A clash of legs there as George blocks the low kick.
George thumps Scorpion with a low kick.
Scorpion throws a leg kick which misses George's front leg but catches the back leg as George tries to avoid it.
Jab by George.
Lambert George is winning the standup battle so far.
George lands a jab to Scorpion's midsection.
George's corner calls for a 1-2. George obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
George misses with a straight right.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Scorpion scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Scorpion throws a hook but George avoids it easily.
Scorpion's corner calls for a 1-2. Scorpion obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
George misses with a left hand
and Scorpion counters with an inside leg kick.
George's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Scorpion connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! George scrambles back to his feet.
George takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section. #T1#
George throws the left hand but Scorpion avoids the punch easily.
Scorpion looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Scorpion scores with a punch to the head.
George misses with a body kick.
Scorpion is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Scorpion misses with a series of wild punches.
Scorpion looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
George jabbing away but nothing is landing.
George is looking to slow Scorpion down with leg kicks.
Scorpion wants to clinch up but George keeps it at a distance.
George is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
George looks to throw the jab but Scorpion is out of range.
Scorpion throws out a counter right but George avoids it with no problem.
George misses with a hook. Scorpion ducked under it nicely.
George throws a hook but Scorpion blocks it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Scorpion! But no joy.
George chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Nice defenses there by George.
George is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Nice defenses there by Scorpion.
Scorpion chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before George can pounce on him.
George looks to score with a jab to the body but Scorpion is just out of range.
George throws out a powerful jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A low kick lands for Scorpion.
George lands a glancing blow to the side of Scorpion's head.#T2#
Scorpion swings for the body but George moves out of range.
Scorpion catches George with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
A big right from George misses.
Scorpion swings and misses with a hook to the body. #CL#
George has taken the fight to the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from George fails to land.
George throws an elbow but it misses.
Scorpion misses with a punch on the inside.
George is working Scorpion over against the ropes.
George gets through Scorpion's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by George.
Scorpion blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but George avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes.
George lands a left hand.
Lambert George has scored more points in the clinch so far.
George tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Scorpion avoids it.
Scorpion lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
George misses with an elbow over the top.
A short left from George.
George misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC2#
Scorpion breaks the clinch. #T3#
Scorpion misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A little feinted left hand from George on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Scorpion throws a hook but George blocks it.
Scorpion scores with a leg kick.
George throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
George looks to land a left hand but Scorpion moved out of range nicely.
A left and a right from Scorpion both land. Nice combination.
George thuds his right hand into Scorpion's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
George fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Scorpion on the side of the head.
Scorpion tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but George paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Scorpion with a nice calf kick.
Scorpion throws the kick towards the body but George avoids it.
George checks the leg kick.
George connects with a nice looking jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
George is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Scorpion.
George throws a jab when Scorpion was well out of range.
George listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
George throws a body shot but no joy.
Scorpion swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
George throws a jab when Scorpion was well out of range.
George just misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
George throws a jab when Scorpion was well out of range.#T4#
A slapping leg kick lands for George.
George attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Scorpion throws a quick inside leg kick.
A clash of legs there as Scorpion blocks the low kick.
Scorpion with a jab.
Scorpion stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from George.
George misses with a low kick.
Scorpion tries to clinch there but George circles away.
George tries to counter by clinching up but Scorpion breaks away and moves out of range.
Scorpion tried to score with a low kick but George checks it.
Scorpion throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
George takes a swing at Scorpion's ribcage but misses.
George misses with a straight right.
George defending well as Scorpion loads up on a big left hand.
A head kick misses from Scorpion.
Scorpion moves in looking to clinch but George pushes him off.
Scorpion has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
George thows a left - swing and a miss!
George throws out a loose jab but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scorpion misses with a two punch combination.
George throws a quick inside leg kick.
Scorpion throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lambert George dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
George moves out of range as Scorpion strikes.
Scorpion takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Scorpion tries to clinch but George moves out of range.
Scorpion lands with a thumping leg kick.
Scorpion takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Scorpion tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Scorpion moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
George closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Scorpion avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
George bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
George throws a hook to the side of Scorpion's head but Scorpion sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
George tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Scorpion was well out of range. Poor timing from George.
George throws a big shot that misses.
As George backs off Scorpion throws a huge counter combo but George manages to avoid it all.
Scorpion keeps George at a distance using the push kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by Scorpion.
George lands with an overhand left.
This has been an exciting period of action!
George on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
George scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
George lands with an uppercut that bounces Scorpion off the ropes and back into range.
George is looking to slow Scorpion down with leg kicks.
George swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T1#
Scorpion is looking to slow George down with leg kicks.
George misses with a hook.
A swing and a miss from George.
Scorpion throws a hook but George avoids it easily.
George looks to land a left hand but Scorpion moved out of range nicely.
Scorpion throws out a counter right but George avoids it with no problem.
A clash of legs there as Scorpion blocks the low kick.
George scores with a shot to the body.
George tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
George keeps the fight on the outside.
George avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Scorpion tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. George manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
George avoids the body shot from Scorpion.
George throwing a counter right hand but Scorpion manages to avoid it.#CL2#
Scorpion closes the distance and pushes George back into the ropes.
George lands a nice shot to the body.
George doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Scorpion misses with a short punch on the inside.
George misses with an elbow strike.
George lands a nice elbow.
Scorpion works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
George lands an elbow inside that Scorpion shrugs off.
Silva Scorpion has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#CUT#It looks like Silva Scorpion has been cut.#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!
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
Scorpion blocks an elbow strike from George.
Scorpion swings wildly with an uppercut but George uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scorpion blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
With the fighters up against the ropes, George throws an elbow but misses.
Scorpion working aggressively here.
George throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Scorpion misses with some punches.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but George avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes.
A short body shot lands from George as the two fighters clinch.
George prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
George fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
George scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Scorpion blocks a punch to the side of the head.
George misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Scorpion.
Scorpion is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.#T3##BC2#
Scorpion breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Scorpion fails in his attempt to clinch.
Scorpion waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract George.
Donk. George catches Scorpion right on the button with a cross.
Scorpion is looking to clinch.
Scorpion lands a leg kick that knocks George off balance momentarily.
George attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
George tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Scorpion was well out of range. Poor timing from George.
Scorpion throws an overhand right that lands on George's shoulder, as George tries to avoid the shot.
George checks a leg kick nicely.
George scores with a jab to the body.
Scorpion uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by George.
Scorpion looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Scorpion throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Scorpion uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by George.
George steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Scorpion.
Scorpion displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as George throws out the jab.
George ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scorpion moves away.
George is looking to slow Scorpion down with leg kicks.
Scorpion throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
George connects with a right hand. Scorpion shakes it off.#T4#
George lands with a thumping leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL#
George fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Scorpion, pushing him back against the ropes.
George throws a punch but it's blocked by Scorpion.
George can't find room to land a body shot as Scorpion controls the action.
Scorpion lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Scorpion lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of George backwards.
Scorpion misses with a punch on the inside.
Scorpion blocking some punches.
Scorpion tries to work over George's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A short right from Scorpion on the inside.
George blocking some punches.
A nice glancing elbow lands by George.
George lands a nice elbow.
George digs a right hand into Scorpion's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Scorpion's gas tank.
Scorpion throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Georges head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion misses with a punch on the inside.
Scorpion blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
George lands a damaging elbow.
George blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Scorpion takes an elbow to the forehead.

And that's the end of the fight!
Lambert George showed his dominance in that final round.
Well George 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 Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 30:27
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lambert George!

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

 

Event: SYN K-1 5/7     
Date:   May 07, 2021
#R1#
Scorpion uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Wolff.
Scorpion was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Wolff cracks Scorpion with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Scorpion moves out of range as Wolff strikes.
Scorpion tries to clinch but Wolff moves out of range.
Scorpion misses with a hook.
Wolff misses with a wild body shot.
A swing and a miss from Wolff.
Scorpion swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Wolff misses with an uppercut.
Wolff checks a low kick from Scorpion.
Scorpion avoids the body shot from Wolff.
A nice combination there by Scorpion.
Wolff throws a poor cross that misses
and Scorpion counters with a thumping low kick.
Wolff bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Scorpion's head.
Scorpion takes a swing at Wolff's ribcage but misses.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Wolff takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Wolff moves out of range as Scorpion strikes.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL#
Wolff gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Scorpion misses with the head strike.
A short body shot lands from Wolff as the two fighters clinch.
Scorpion is trying to stall.
A short right from Wolff. #T1#
Wolff lands a hook that snaps the head of Scorpion backwards.
Scorpion blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Wolff misses with some punches.
Scorpion pushes Wolff back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A bit of stalling here from Scorpion.
Wolff lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Scorpion backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Wolff.
Scorpion throws a head punch that misses.
Wolff working aggressively here.
Scorpion lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Wolff.
Wolff swings wildly with an uppercut but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Wolff has a couple of punches blocked by Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Scorpion.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Wolff.
Scorpion has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Wolff seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Scorpion can turn it around.
Wolff tries a body shot but Scorpion blocks it.
Wolff swings wildly with an uppercut but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Wolff lands a body shot in the clinch.
A short left from Wolff. #T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Wolff goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Wolff blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from Wolff fails to land.
Wolff working aggressively here.
Scorpion throws a head punch that misses.
Scorpion misses with a hook to the ribs.
Wolff really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Wolff misses with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion is leaning against Wolff and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Wolff scores with a shot to the side of Scorpion's head.
Scorpion lands a body shot in the clinch.
Wolff takes a shot to the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Scorpion.
Scorpion's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Wolff lands a body punch in the clinch.
Wolff misses with a hook to the ribs.
Wolff misses with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion misses with a short punch on the inside.
A hook to the body from Wolff.
Wolff lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Wolff throws a head punch that misses. #T3#
Scorpion working aggressively here.
A short body shot lands from Wolff as the two fighters clinch. #BC2#
Scorpion breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Wolff looks to land a left hand but Scorpion moved out of range nicely.
Scorpion throws out a counter right but Wolff avoids it with no problem.
A jab from Wolff does it's job there.
Scorpion throws a series of punches but Wolff avoids them all with ease.
Wolff misses with a low kick.
Despite the aggression on Scorpion's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Wolff fakes the leg kick and cracks Scorpion in the body.
Scorpion tries to clinch but Wolff is having none of it.
Wolff takes a swing at Scorpion's ribcage but misses.
Scorpion uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Wolff.
Wolff misses with an attempted mid kick.
Scorpion takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Scorpion uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Wolff.
Scorpion throws the kick towards the body but Wolff avoids it.
Scorpion with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Wolff to score with a decent uppercut.
Good work by Scorpion as he checks the leg kick.
Scorpion fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Wolff checks it well.
Wolff throws a hook but Scorpion avoids it easily.
Scorpion uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Wolff.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scorpion throws a solid leg kick but Wolff takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Scorpion.#T4#
Scorpion moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Wolff moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Wolff misses with a kick to the body.
Scorpion throws a body shot but no joy.
Scorpion connects with a nice looking jab.
Nice body kick from Wolff.
Scorpion does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Wolff moves away.
Wolff with a nice calf kick.
Wolff lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. #CL2#
Scorpion gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Wolff lands an uppercut.
Scorpion stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Wolff fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Wolff scores with a shoulder strike.
Scorpion lands with a short shot to the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion swings wildly with an uppercut but Wolff uses good head movement to avoid it.
Wolff misses with some punches.
Scorpion lands a right hand.
Wolff lands a hook that snaps the head of Scorpion backwards.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bartholomäus Wolff dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Wolff checks a leg kick.
Wolff is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Scorpion can do to turn this around?
Wolff takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Scorpion tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Wolff is able to avoid easily.
A head kick misses from Scorpion.
Wolff is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Scorpion misses with a hook. Wolff ducked under it nicely.
Wolff is looking to land body kicks.
Wolff swats away the attempt to clinch by Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a jab when Wolff was well out of range.
Wolff swings away with a leg kick that misses.
A nice leg kick from Scorpion, right into the meat of the thigh.
Scorpion waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Wolff.
Scorpion lands a really nice looking cross but Wolff seems unphased.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scorpion misses with a leg kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Scorpion misses the target.
Wolff misses with a hook. Scorpion ducked under it nicely.
Wolff changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Nice shot by Scorpion.
Wolff displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Scorpion throws out the jab.
Scorpion avoids the body shot from Wolff. #T1#
A slapping body kick lands there for Wolff.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Wolff lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Scorpion has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Scorpion and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
A solid leg kick lands there for Wolff.
Scorpion thumps Wolff with a low kick.
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Wolff moves away.
A looping hook to the body misses from Scorpion. Wolff does a little dance to reset his feet.
A punch lands to the side of Wolff 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Wolff jabs Scorpion to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Wolff shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Wolff pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Scorpion throws a push kick but Wolff slaps the foot to one side.
Bartholomäus Wolff is winning the standup battle so far.
Wolff is looking to land body kicks.
Scorpion walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
A jab from Scorpion misses.
A counter left hand to the body from Wolff misses its target.
Scorpion on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Scorpion checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Wolff slips a jab and a cross from Scorpion.
Wolff throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nice uppercut there from Wolff.
Wolff moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Wolff misses with a straight left. #T2#
Scorpion fails with an attempt to clinch.
Wolff tries to work over Scorpion's front leg with a kick but Scorpion checks it.
Scorpion misses with a low kick.
Scorpion tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Wolff was well out of range. Poor timing from Scorpion.
Wolff dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Nice defenses there by Wolff.
Scorpion lands a jab to Wolff's midsection.
A telegraphed right hand from Scorpion misses the target.
Wolff scores with a nice body kick.
Scorpion blocks a jab.
Scorpion lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Scorpion looks to score with a jab to the body but Wolff is just out of range.
Wolff thumps Scorpion with a low kick.
Scorpion uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Wolff.
Wolff throws a nice inside leg kick.
Wolff steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Scorpion.
Wolff throws a lazy uppercut
and Scorpion counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Wolff is looking to slow Scorpion down with leg kicks.
Wolff scoring well with a low kick there.
Scorpion connects with a looping right hand. #T3#
Wolff scoring well with a low kick there.
Scorpion throws a lazy right hand but Wolff sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
An inside leg kick lands from Scorpion.
Scorpion avoids the body shot from Wolff.
Scorpion throws a body shot but no joy.
Scorpion uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Wolff.
Wolff smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
A leg kick checked by Scorpion.
Wolff clobbers Scorpion with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Scorpion throws a good cross that connects.
Wolff is looking to land body kicks.
Scorpion throws an overhand right that lands on Wolff's shoulder, as Wolff tries to avoid the shot.
A big left from Scorpion misses.
Wolff fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Scorpion manages to avoid it.
Scorpion loads up on a big right hand but Wolff slips the punch.
Scorpion misses with a low kick.
Wolff avoids the head kick by Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with a wild combination.
Scorpion has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Wolff.
Wolff throws a body kick that digs right into the meat. #T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Wolff takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Scorpion's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Wolff is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Scorpion scores with a nice strike.
Wolff avoids the head kick by Scorpion.
Scorpion jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Scorpion fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Wolff.
Scorpion avoids the body shot from Wolff.
Wolff misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Scorpion.
Scorpion stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Wolff.
Scorpion takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
A good leg kick by Scorpion.
Wolff changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Scorpion blocks the body kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#CL2#
Scorpion has Wolff up against the ropes in a clinch.
Scorpion tries to stall but Wolff uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Scorpion lands with a left to the head.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Silva Scorpion will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Wolff's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R3#
Wolff keeps Scorpion at a distance using the push kick.
A lazy left from Wolff finds it's target.
Scorpion misses with a body kick.
Wolff lunges at Scorpion with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Scorpion's hand.
Scorpion swats away the attempt to clinch by Wolff.
Wolff misses with a series of wild punches.
Scorpion misses with a hook
and Wolff makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Scorpion takes a jab right on the kisser.
Wolff connects with an inside leg kick.
Scorpion tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Wolff swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Scorpion looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Wolff finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wolff looks to land a left hand but Scorpion moved out of range nicely.
Scorpion slips a straight right by Wolff.
Scorpion tries a low kick but Wolff avoids it.
Scorpion lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Wolff circles away quickly and effectively.
Scorpion connects with a nice looking jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Wolff tests Scorpion's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Wolff throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.#T1#
Scorpion moves out of range of the leg kick from Wolff.
Wolff throws a low kick, looking for Scorpion's leg but Scorpion calmly moves out of range.
Scorpion looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Wolff avoids the head kick by Scorpion.
Scorpion connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Scorpion throws a head kick but Wolff moves out of range.
Wolff looks to throw the jab but Scorpion is out of range.
Scorpion wants to slow Wolff down by chopping away at his legs.
Scorpion dodges the punch combination from Wolff.
Scorpion works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Wolff throws a hook to the side of Scorpion's head but Scorpion sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Wolff takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Scorpion throws the left hand but Wolff avoids the punch easily.
Wolff swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Scorpion tries a head kick but it misses.
Wolff has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Scorpion.
Scorpion is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Wolff.
Scorpion staying out of range there.
Scorpion throws a solid leg kick but Wolff takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Scorpion.
Wolff goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. #T2#
A nice inside leg kick there by Scorpion. That's going to slow Wolff down.
Wolff misses with a body shot.
Scorpion takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Wolff misses with the body kick
enabling Scorpion to counter with a crisp jab.
Wolff slips under a jab from Scorpion.
Wolff checks a leg kick.
Scorpion misses with an attempted mid kick.
Scorpion throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Wolff takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Wolff moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Wolff throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scorpion checks the leg kick.
Wolff misses with a leg kick.
Wolff throws a chopping leg kick but Scorpion manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Scorpion uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Wolff.
Wolff throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Scorpion sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Decent striking displayed by Wolff there.
Scorpion lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Scorpion has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Wolff.
Wolff avoids the body shot from Scorpion. #T3#
Scorpion fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Wolff has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Scorpion throws a lazy right hand but Wolff sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Wolff checks a leg kick.
Wolff throws a leg kick but Scorpion sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Wolff throws a front kick that sends Scorpion stumbling back into the ropes.
Scorpion gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Scorpion paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Wolff displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Scorpion throws out the jab.
Scorpion tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Scorpion lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Wolff keeps the fight on the outside.
Wolff lands with a slapping head kick.
Scorpion steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Wolff.
Wolff misses with a low kick.
Wolff throws a big shot that misses.
Scorpion scores with a leg kick.
Wolff takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A jab from Scorpion finds it's way through Wolff's defenses.
Wolff misses with a wild body shot. #T4#
Wolff throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Scorpion throws a hook to the side of Wolff's head but Wolff sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Scorpion uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Wolff is looking to land body kicks.
Wolff blocks the body kick.
Wolff swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Wolff has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Scorpion finds it's way round the side to connect with Wolff's head.
A leg kick checked by Scorpion.
Wolff keeps the fight on the outside.
Wolff scores with a crisp jab that stopped Scorpion in his tracks.
Jab by Wolff.
Wolff throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Scorpion lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Wolff connects with a nice looking jab.
Wolff is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with an uppercut. Wolff saw that one coming.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Wolff. That did some damage!
Scorpion is looking to clinch.
Scorpion swings for the body but Wolff moves out of range.
Scorpion on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Wolff. Wolff obviously looking to wear him down.
Wolff punishes Scorpion's body with a nice straight punch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Bartholomäus Wolff did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
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.#R4#
Scorpion lands with a right hand.
Wolff throws a leg kick but Scorpion sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Wolff fails with an attempt to clinch.
A clash of legs there as Scorpion blocks the low kick.
Scorpion doesn't manage to clinch there - Wolff circles away.
That kick from Wolff tenderised Scorpion's leg. Scorpion is trying to keep his angry face on.
Wolff fails with an attempt to clinch.
An inside leg kick from Scorpion misses.
Scorpion on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Wolff looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Scorpion misses with a wild body shot.
Wolff moves out of range of the leg kick from Scorpion.
Wolff uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Scorpion.
A slow jab from Scorpion misses its intended target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scorpion attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Scorpion lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
The fighters circling - Scorpion throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Wolff looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Scorpion has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Wolff.
Wolff throws a leg kick but Scorpion checks it. #T1#
Wolff slips a jab and a cross from Scorpion.
Wolff thinks about countering with a body kick.
Scorpion takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Scorpion throws a body punch but Wolff moves out of range.
Scorpion throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Wolff sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Scorpion takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Wolff tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Scorpion is able to avoid easily.
Scorpion throws a big counter head kick but Wolff avoids it with no problem.
The fighters circling - Scorpion throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Scorpion gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Wolff connects with a crisp jab.
Nice shot lands for Wolff.
Wolff misses with a straight right.
Scorpion has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Wolff.
Scorpion tries to work over Wolff's front leg with a kick but Wolff checks it.
Scorpion lands a nice leg kick that just misses Wolff's sensitive parts.
Scorpion thumps Wolff with a low kick.
Wolff has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Scorpion finds it's way round the side to connect with Wolff's head.
Wolff looking to land some kicks to the body here.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Scorpion bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Wolff's head.#T2#
Scorpion jabs Wolff to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Scorpion chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Wolff can pounce on him.
Wolff scoring well with a low kick there.
Scorpion throws a chopping leg kick but Wolff manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Scorpion tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Wolff throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Scorpion unleashes a big counter combination but Wolff bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Wolff waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Scorpion.
Wolff misses with an attempted mid kick.
Nice defenses there by Scorpion.
Scorpion looks to land a right hand but Wolff moved out of range.
A nice leg kick lands there from Scorpion.
Wolff avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Wolff fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Scorpion has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
The fighters circling - Scorpion throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Wolff half committed to a counter leg kick.
Jab by Wolff.
Scorpion moves out of range as Wolff throws a body kick.
Scorpion is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Wolff with a body shot.
Wolff fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Scorpion manages to avoid it.
Wolff throws a big shot that misses.
Wolff lands a front kick.
Scorpion scores with a leg kick. #T3#
Scorpion moves out of range of the leg kick from Wolff.
Scorpion throws a head kick that misses.
Scorpion connects with a body shot that sends Wolff's belly button to the back.
Good leg kick by Scorpion.
Wolff scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Scorpion takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Scorpion connects with a solid leg kick.
Nice body punch from Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Wolff is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Wolff on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Scorpion. Scorpion obviously looking to wear him down.
Scorpion attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Wolff was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Wolff looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Wolff with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Wolff bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Wolff throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Scorpion looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Wolff with the inside leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Wolff just misses with a punch to the body.
Wolff misses with a body shot.
Scorpion throws a shot from downtown. Wolff moves away and avoids it.#T4#
Wolff checks a leg kick nicely.
Scorpion throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Wolff on the side of the head.
Scorpion connects with a single shot there.
Scorpion avoids a kick to the body.
Wolff throws a head kick but Scorpion moves out of range. #CL2#
Scorpion gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Still in the clinch, Wolff scores with a nice short uppercut.
Scorpion lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Scorpion softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Scorpion lands a body shot.
Scorpion lands with a right to the head.
Scorpion looking to slow down the pace here.
Scorpion lands with a right to the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Wolff prevents a body shot from Scorpion. #BC2#
Scorpion breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Scorpion swings and misses with a hook to the body.
An inside leg kick from Scorpion misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that fourth round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R5#
Wolff tries to close the distance and clinch up but Scorpion swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Scorpion on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Scorpion avoids a kick to the body.
Scorpion appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Scorpion lunges at Wolff with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Wolff's hand.
Scorpion lands a leg kick that knocks Wolff off balance momentarily.
Wolff on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Wolff misses the shot to the body.
Scorpion throws a lazy right hand but Wolff sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Scorpion on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Wolff. Wolff obviously looking to wear him down.
Wolff tries to land a front kick but Scorpion steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Scorpion cracks Wolff with a good jab.
Scorpion tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Scorpion moves out of range as Wolff strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wolff lands a nice leg kick that just misses Scorpion's sensitive parts.
Wolff scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Wolff moves out of range as Scorpion throws a body kick.
Scorpion takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scorpion avoids a kick to the body.
Wolff misses with a low kick.
Scorpion lands with a thumping leg kick. #T1#
Wolff doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Scorpion swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Scorpion throws a head kick that half lands.
Wolff misses with an uppercut.
Wolff tests Scorpion's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Wolff checks a leg kick.
A big right from Wolff misses.
Scorpion bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Wolff misses with a head kick.
Wolff lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Scorpion jabs at Wolff's body.
Wolff connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Scorpion swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Wolff with a nice calf kick.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Wolff tries a low kick but Scorpion avoids it.
Wolff lands a body shot.
Wolff misses with a body punch
and Scorpion counters with a stiff right hand.
Wolff is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
A jab from Scorpion misses. #T2#
Scorpion is looking to land body kicks.
Wolff throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Wolff steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Scorpion.
Wolff checks a leg kick nicely.
Wolff was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Scorpion misses with a body shot.
Scorpion keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Wolff bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Wolff lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Wolff swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Wolff tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Scorpion paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Wolff takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Scorpion missing with a left hand there. Wolff was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Scorpion misses with a hook.
Wolff misses with a kick to the body.
Scorpion tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Wolff tries to close the distance and clinch but Scorpion swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Wolff fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Decent striking displayed by Wolff there.
Wolff avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T3#
A slapping leg kick lands for Scorpion.
Wolff throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Wolff with a nice calf kick.
Wolff throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Wolff scores with a jab to the head.
Scorpion on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Scorpion takes one on the chin but keeps coming. #CL#
Wolff has managed to clinch.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Scorpion tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Wolff's elbow.
A left hand lands to the body for Scorpion.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Scorpion tries a body shot but Wolff blocks it.
Wolff throws a punch but it's blocked by Scorpion.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Wolff or not.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Wolff. #T4#
Scorpion blocking some punches.
Wolff lands a nice uppercut.
Scorpion tries to stall but Wolff uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
A short uppercut from Scorpion.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Scorpion tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
A short body shot lands from Scorpion as the two fighters clinch.
Wolff tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Scorpion's elbow.
Wolff swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Wolff misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC2#
Scorpion breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Wolff throws a solid leg kick but Scorpion takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Wolff.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Scorpion checks a leg kick.
Wolff ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scorpion moves away.
Wolff misses with a hook. Scorpion ducked under it nicely.
Scorpion darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #CL2#
Scorpion darts in and clinches Wolff up against the ropes.

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 Bartholomäus Wolff.
Well Wolff 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 48:47
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 48:47
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 48:47

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bartholomäus Wolff!

Bartholomäus Wolff retains his welterweight title!
In his post fight interview, Bartholomäus Wolff started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

 

Event: SYN K-11     
Date:   Apr 30, 2021
#R1#
Scorpion waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Wills Jr.
Wills Jr tried to counter with a leg kick but Scorpion avoided it.
Wills Jr stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Scorpion.
Scorpion scores with a kick to the body.
Scorpion lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Wills Jr walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#CL2#
Scorpion pushes Wills Jr up against the ropes in a clinch.
Scorpion prevents a body shot from Wills Jr.
A head punch on the inside from Scorpion fails to land.
Wills Jr's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Scorpion lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Wills Jr misses with a hook to the ribs.
Scorpion misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion misses with the head strike.
Wills Jr misses with a punch to the body.
A right handed body shot lands from Scorpion.
Scorpion blocking some punches.
Wills Jr digs a right hand into Scorpion's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Scorpion's gas tank.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Wills Jr misses with a hook from the clinch.
Wills Jr tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T1#
Wills Jr is trying to break the clinch but Scorpion has him pressed against the ropes.
Wills Jr misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion lands with a right to the head. #BC2#
Scorpion pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Scorpion lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Scorpion looks to land a combination but Wills Jr avoids it well.
Wills Jr sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
An inside leg kick lands from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands an overhand right.
A low kick lands for Scorpion.
Scorpion lands with a thumping leg kick.
Scorpion misses with a wild body shot.
Wills Jr throws a counter high kick but Scorpion was just alert enough to avoid it.
Scorpion connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Wills Jr momentarily.
Wills Jr moves out of range of the body kick.
Wills Jr throwing a counter right hand but Scorpion manages to avoid it.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scorpion sizes up Wills Jr with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Scorpion misses the jab.
A little feinted left hand from Wills Jr on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Scorpion looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Good leg kick by Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a nice leg kick that just misses Wills Jr's sensitive parts.
Wills Jr walks into a stiff left hand from Scorpion.
Scorpion throws out a leg kick but Wills Jr moves out of range and Scorpion only half commits.
Wills Jr looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Scorpion lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Wills Jr on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Scorpion scoring well with a low kick there.
Wills Jr on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
A nice leg kick from Scorpion, right into the meat of the thigh.
Wills Jr is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
A swing and a miss from Scorpion.#T3#
Wills Jr on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Scorpion. Scorpion obviously looking to wear him down.
Wills Jr blocks a head kick by Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a nice leg kick that just misses Wills Jr's sensitive parts.
Scorpion wants to clinch up but Wills Jr keeps it at a distance.
Wills Jr was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Silva Scorpion seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Scorpion loads up on a big right hand but Wills Jr slips the punch.
Wills Jr is looking to counter punch.
Scorpion scores with a hook to the body. Wills Jr takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Scorpion wants to clinch.
Scorpion throws a sloppy head kick and Wills Jr moves out of range easily.
It looked like Wills Jr wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
A clash of legs there as Wills Jr blocks the low kick.
Scorpion scores with a decent looking hook.
Scorpion lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#T4#
Scorpion misses with a wild body shot.
Wills Jr takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Scorpion fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#CL2#
Scorpion moves into range and clinches up with Wills Jr.
Scorpion misses with the head strike.
Scorpion misses with a hook to the ribs.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scorpion throws a head punch that misses. #BC#
Wills Jr escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Wills Jr drops his hands momentarily and Scorpion takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Scorpion has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Wills Jr is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Scorpion misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Wills Jr.
Scorpion throws a sloppy head kick
and Wills Jr counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Scorpion throws a head kick but Wills Jr moves out of range.
Wills Jr throws a quick counter head kick but Scorpion was just out of range.
Scorpion tries to close the distance and clinch up but Wills Jr swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Wills Jr is looking to counter punch.
Scorpion connects with a nice looking jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Wills Jr checks a leg kick.
A little feinted left hand from Wills Jr on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Scorpion throws a right hand that misses
and Wills Jr counters with a straight right hand.
Scorpion with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Wills Jr moves out of range of the strikes.
Scorpion connects with a looping right hand.
Scorpion catches Wills Jr with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Wills Jr takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Scorpion throws a right hand that misses
and Wills Jr connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Wills Jr doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Scorpion fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Wills Jr is out of range.
Scorpion lands a nice shot that snaps Wills Jr's head back.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Scorpion thumps Wills Jr with a low kick.
Scorpion throws an off balance right hand
and Wills Jr counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T1#
Wills Jr takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Scorpion has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Donk. Scorpion catches Wills Jr right on the button with a cross.
Scorpion attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Wills Jr walks into a straight right hand from Scorpion.
Wills Jr gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#CL2#
Scorpion rushes Wills Jr and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
A short body shot lands from Scorpion as the two fighters clinch.
A left hand lands to the body for Wills Jr.
Wills Jr tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Wills Jr misses with a body punch.
Scorpion misses with a punch to the body.
Wills Jr digs a right hand underneath Scorpion's ribcage. Scorpion let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Wills Jr struggles to land a body shot inside as Scorpion controls his hands.
Wills Jr goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Wills Jr misses with a punch to the body.
Silva Scorpion seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#T2#
Scorpion tries to work over Wills Jr's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A short uppercut from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a right hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Scorpion tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Wills Jr's elbow.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Wills Jr.
Scorpion misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Wills Jr fails to land.
Scorpion working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Scorpion is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
Scorpion blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from Wills Jr fails to land.
Scorpion pushes Wills Jr back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Wills Jr lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Scorpion backwards.
Wills Jr misses with a punch on the inside.
A short uppercut from Wills Jr.
Wills Jr lands a body punch in the clinch.
Scorpion lands a left hand. #T3#
Scorpion can't find room to land a body shot as Wills Jr controls the action.
Wills Jr makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Scorpion swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Scorpion throws a head punch that misses.
Scorpion lands a left hand that snaps the head of Wills Jr backwards.
Scorpion lands a body shot.
Scorpion throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Scorpion lands a nice uppercut.
Scorpion misses with a hook to the ribs.
Wills Jr doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Wills Jr misses with a punch to the body.
Wills Jr tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Wills Jr misses with the head strike.
Scorpion lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Wills Jr goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Wills Jr misses with a hook to the ribs.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Scorpion lands with a short shot to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Scorpion.
Scorpion lands with a light punch inside.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Wills Jr misses with a hook to the ribs. #T4##BC2#
Scorpion escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Wills Jr moves out of range as Scorpion strikes.#CL2#
Scorpion instigates a clinch.
A short left from Scorpion.
Scorpion takes a shot to the head.
A right hook to the body lands for Wills Jr.
Wills Jr has a couple of punches blocked by Scorpion.
Wills Jr swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Scorpion taking a breather.
Wills Jr misses with a hook to the ribs.
Wills Jr struggles to land a body shot inside as Scorpion controls his hands.
Scorpion blocks a body shot from Wills Jr.
Scorpion lands a body punch in the clinch.
Scorpion lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Wills Jr backwards.
Scorpion is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
Scorpion lands an uppercut.
Wills Jr misses with a punch to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R3#
Scorpion throws out a leg kick but Wills Jr moves out of range and Scorpion only half commits.
Scorpion throws a nice outside leg kick.
Scorpion misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Scorpion tries to clinch but Wills Jr moves away
enabling Wills Jr to counter with a crisp jab.
Scorpion swings away with a body shot that misses
and Wills Jr counters with a nice uppercut.
Scorpion wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Wills Jr blocks a head kick by Scorpion.
Wills Jr is looking to counter punch.
Wills Jr has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Scorpion.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A bone on bone clash there as Wills Jr blocks the leg kick.
Scorpion connects with the punch.
Scorpion lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Wills Jr has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Scorpion finds it's way round the side to connect with Wills Jr's head. #T1#
Scorpion misses with a left hand
and Wills Jr counters with a nice uppercut.
Scorpion tries to clinch up.
Wills Jr drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Scorpion scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Scorpion misses with a left hand
and Wills Jr counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #ROC#Scorpion is rocked!
Scorpion throws a head kick but Wills Jr moves out of range.
Scorpion is still on wobbly legs! Can Wills Jr finish him?
Scorpion throws a leg kick that is checked
and Wills Jr counters with a straight right hand that connects right on the button, dropping Scorpion face first to the canvas! He's out! He's out cold! No need for a count here - this fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:33 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Wilson Wills Jr!
Wilson Wills Jr retains his featherweight title!
A less than humble Wilson Wills Jr misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.

 

Event: S. Y. N.     
Date:   Apr 16, 2021
#R1#
Scorpion misses with the combination.
Scorpion connects with a crisp jab.
Kolone throws a sloppy head kick
enabling Scorpion to counter with a crisp jab.
Kolone falls off balance throwing a combination
enabling Scorpion to counter with a crisp jab.
Scorpion keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Nice shot by Scorpion.
Kolone throws a hook but Scorpion blocks it.
Scorpion fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kolone.
Scorpion explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Kolone misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Kolone throws a head kick but Scorpion moves out of range.
It looked like Scorpion wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Scorpion ducks under a wild hook from Kolone.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scorpion moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Kolone thows a left - swing and a miss!
As Kolone looks to move away, Scorpion throws a big counter combo but Kolone just gets out of the way.
Kolone is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Scorpion.
Scorpion clobbers Kolone with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Kolone lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Scorpion circles away quickly and effectively.
Scorpion looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kolone throws a head kick that misses. #T1#
Kolone throws a nice looking combination but Scorpion bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
The fighters circle momentarily. Scorpion darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
A shot to the liver by Scorpion. Beautiful body shot.
Scorpion throws a half hearted mid kick.
Scorpion looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Scorpion wants to clinch up but Kolone keeps it at a distance.
Scorpion connects with a nice looking jab.
Scorpion lands a glancing blow to the side of Kolone's head.
Scorpion is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Kolone pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Scorpion back to the ropes. Kolone follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.#CUT2#It looks like Silva Scorpion has been cut.
Scorpion checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Scorpion scores with a body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kolone tries a head kick but it misses.
Scorpion lands a leg kick that knocks Kolone off balance momentarily.
A nice inside leg kick there by Kolone. That's going to slow Scorpion down.
Scorpion tests Kolone's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Scorpion lands a jab to Kolone's midsection.
That kick from Scorpion tenderised Kolone's leg. Kolone is trying to keep his angry face on.
Kolone throws a nice looking combination but Scorpion bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#T2#
Kolone misses with an uppercut.
Kolone throws a sloppy head kick and Scorpion moves out of range easily.
Kolone takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Kolone is looking to chop away at Scorpion's legs.
An attempted straight right counter from Scorpion misses the target.
Scorpion thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Kolone if he has to take too many more of those.
Jab from Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with a body shot.
Kolone stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Scorpion.
Kolone misses with a low kick.
Scorpion punishes Kolone's body with a nice straight punch.
Scorpion lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
The crowd cheers as Scorpion lands an impressive looking overhand right. Kolone doesn't seem phased though.
Kolone throws a quick inside leg kick.
Scorpion fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Scorpion connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Kolone shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Scorpion lands a body shot.
Kolone is looking to chop away at Scorpion's legs.
Scorpion avoids a low kick by using good footwork.#T3#
No joy there for Kolone, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Scorpion lands with a shot to the body.
Scorpion slips under a jab from Kolone.
Scorpion with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Scorpion misses with a body shot.
Scorpion lands a nice shot to the body.
Jab from Scorpion.
Kolone tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Scorpion lands a two punch combo.
Scorpion tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Kolone paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Kolone connects with a high kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Scorpion tests Kolone's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Scorpion chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kolone can pounce on him.
Silva Scorpion seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kolone takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Scorpion moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Kolone tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Scorpion is able to avoid easily.
Scorpion connects with a solid leg kick.
A head kick misses from Kolone. #T4#
Scorpion takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Scorpion blocks a low kick nicely.
A good leg kick by Scorpion.
Scorpion with the inside leg kick. #CL#
Scorpion closes the distance and clinches.
Kolone goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Scorpion lands with a left to the head.
Kolone's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
A short right from Kolone.
A left hand lands to the body for Kolone.
Scorpion is working Kolone over against the ropes.
Kolone looks winded!#BC#
Scorpion's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kolone swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
A solid leg kick lands there for Scorpion.
Kolone takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Scorpion scores with a shot to the body.
Scorpion lets loose with a powerful body kick. Kolone will feel that in the morning.#CL#
Scorpion moves into the clinch successfully.
Kolone fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Silva Scorpion's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Scorpion connects with a solid leg kick.
Scorpion pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Kolone back to the ropes. Scorpion follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Kolone misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Scorpion.
Scorpion connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Kolone looks to land a combination but Scorpion avoids it well.
Kolone scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Scorpion scores with a nice body kick.
Scorpion lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Scorpion is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kolone can do to turn this around?
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Scorpion moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Scorpion scores with a head kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by Scorpion.
Scorpion buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
A bone on bone clash there as Scorpion blocks the leg kick.
Kolone walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Scorpion checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Scorpion throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Kolone misses with a wild combination.
Kolone looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Scorpion lands with an overhand left.#T1#
Kolone will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Kolone is looking to score with low kicks.
Nice cross by Scorpion.
Kolone ducks right into an uppercut from Scorpion.
Scorpion checks a leg kick.
A shot to the liver by Scorpion. Beautiful body shot.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Scorpion here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Scorpion scores with a push kick.
That kick from Scorpion tenderised Kolone's leg. Kolone is trying to keep his angry face on.
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Kolone takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Kolone has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Scorpion.
A punch combination from Kolone misses.
As Kolone looks to move away, Scorpion throws a big counter combo but Kolone just gets out of the way.
Nice shot lands for Scorpion.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kolone takes a kick to the side of the head.
Kolone on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
A low kick from Kolone misses
and Scorpion counters with a leg kick.
Kolone moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#ROC#Kolone is rocked!
Kolone misses with a head kick.
Scorpion throws a quick inside leg kick. #T2#
A nice inside leg kick there by Scorpion. That's going to slow Kolone down.
Scorpion rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kolone moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Kolone tries to move into range but Scorpion moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Kolone is still on wobbly legs! Can Scorpion finish him?
Kolone throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Kolone seems to have recovered his senses.
Kolone takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Kolone does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Silva Scorpion is winning the standup battle so far.
Kolone misses with a low kick.
Scorpion scores with a crisp jab that stopped Kolone in his tracks.
Nice shot lands for Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Scorpion with a hook.
Scorpion misses with a wild body shot.
Good work by Scorpion as he checks the leg kick.
Kolone tries to land a leg kick but Scorpion saw it coming and moves away.
Scorpion scores with a leg kick.
Kolone has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
A combination from Kolone does no damage.
Kolone scores with a leg kick.
Scorpion feints a jab promting Kolone to slip. Scorpion then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Kolone slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.#T3#
A low kick from Kolone misses
and Scorpion counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Scorpion takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Scorpion fails with an attempt to clinch.
Scorpion looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Scorpion bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Kolone's head.
Scorpion lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Scorpion thuds a left hand into Kolone's body.
Scorpion lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Kolone on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Kolone throws a poor cross that misses
and Scorpion counters with a nice leg kick.
Kolone misses with a looping right.
Scorpion moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kolone misses with a few strikes there.
Kolone throws a sloppy head kick and Scorpion moves out of range easily.
Kolone is breathing heavily.
Scorpion connects with a nice looking jab.
Scorpion fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Nice uppercut there from Scorpion.
Vaai Kolone is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
The fighters circling - Kolone throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T4#
Scorpion lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Kolone backs up against the ropes.
Kolone fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Scorpion is out of range.
Scorpion sizes up Kolone with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
A nice inside leg kick there by Scorpion. That's going to slow Kolone down.
Scorpion slips a jab and a cross from Kolone.
Kolone misses with a low kick.
Kolone takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Kolone misses with a jab, cross combination.
Kolone misses with a few strikes there.
Scorpion scoring well with a low kick there.
That kick from Scorpion tenderised Kolone's leg. Kolone is trying to keep his angry face on.
Scorpion showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Kolone.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Scorpion scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Kolone has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Scorpion.
Scorpion ducks under a wild hook from Kolone.
Kolone gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Silva Scorpion's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R3#
Scorpion lands a right hook to the body.
Kolone avoids the head kick by Scorpion.
Kolone walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Scorpion checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. #CL#
Scorpion gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Scorpion blocks an uppercut.
Scorpion blocks an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Scorpion fails to land.
Scorpion scores with a shoulder strike.
Scorpion tries a body shot but Kolone blocks it.
Kolone tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Scorpion's elbow.
Scorpion lands a shoulder strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scorpion lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A body shot lands from Scorpion.
A shot in the inside from Scorpion.
Kolone's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Kolone blocks an uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scorpion misses with a hook to the ribs. #T1#
Scorpion lands a body punch.
Scorpion pressing his opponent against the ropes.
A shot in the inside from Scorpion.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Scorpion lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Kolone tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Scorpion creates a bit of distance and cracks Kolone with a big uppercut! Kolone goes down! The referee pushes Scorpion away into a neutral corner and starts the count. 4,5,6,7. Will Kolone make it up in time? He's still flopping around all over the place! The referee has called off the fight! Scorpion takes it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:39 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Silva Scorpion!
Silva Scorpion retains his lightweight title!
Our winner, Silva Scorpion, 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.
The defeated Vaai Kolone had this to say: 'una derrota no significa fracaso, significa pararte y comenzar otra ves con mas fuerzas.'.

 

Event: SYN K-1 äąť     
Date:   Mar 12, 2021
#R1#
Scorpion misses with a head kick.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Scorpion swings for the body but Saiyan Prince moves out of range.
Saiyan Prince throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Scorpion.
Saiyan Prince throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Scorpion.
Scorpion scores with a nice head shot.
Saiyan Prince throws a low kick but Scorpion moves out of range easily.
Scorpion jabs Saiyan Prince right on the nose. Saiyan Prince blinks but takes it well.
Saiyan Prince tries to land a front kick but Scorpion steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Scorpion fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Saiyan Prince manages to avoid it.
A solid leg kick lands there for Scorpion.
A nice inside leg kick there by Saiyan Prince. That's going to slow Scorpion down.
Scorpion feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Saiyan Princes jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Scorpion scores with a hook.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A swing and a miss from Saiyan Prince.
Scorpion moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Scorpion throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Saiyan Prince swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Scorpion lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Saiyan Prince misses with a kick to the body.
Saiyan Prince takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Saiyan Prince looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Scorpion tries to bum rush Saiyan Prince with a series of wild strikes but Saiyan Prince uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Scorpion scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#T1#
Nice cross by Scorpion.
Saiyan Prince chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Scorpion can pounce on him.
It looks like Scorpion has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Scorpion listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Scorpion ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Scorpion throws a head kick that half lands.
Scorpion slips under a jab from Saiyan Prince.
Scorpion looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Saiyan Prince chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Scorpion can pounce on him.
A shot to the liver by Saiyan Prince. Beautiful body shot.
Saiyan Prince fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Scorpion is out of range.
Scorpion throwing a counter right hand but Saiyan Prince manages to avoid it.
Saiyan Prince moves out of range of the strikes.
Saiyan Prince lands a nice leg kick that just misses Scorpion's sensitive parts.
Saiyan Prince's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Scorpion connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Saiyan Prince scrambles back to his feet.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Saiyan Prince connects with a leg kick.
Scorpion fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Saiyan Prince checks it well.
Saiyan Prince misses with a looping left.
Scorpion moves out of range of the body kick from Saiyan Prince.
Scorpion fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Saiyan Prince manages to avoid it.
Scorpion dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Saiyan Prince. That did some damage!
Scorpion cracks Saiyan Prince with an open hand slap.#T2#
Saiyan Prince staying out of range there.
Saiyan Prince on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Nice body kick there by Scorpion.
Saiyan Prince misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Scorpion.
Scorpion connects with a leg kick.
Scorpion catches Saiyan Prince with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Saiyan Prince lands with a right hand. #CL#
Scorpion instigates a clinch.
Scorpion misses with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Saiyan Prince creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Scorpion presses Saiyan Prince against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Scorpion blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A short body shot lands from Saiyan Prince as the two fighters clinch.
Scorpion's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Saiyan Prince prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
Saiyan Prince tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Scorpion looking to slow down the pace here.
Saiyan Prince takes a shot to the head. #T3#
Scorpion lands a hook that snaps the head of Saiyan Prince backwards.
Saiyan Prince has had enough of the clinch but Scorpion keeps him there for the moment.
Scorpion digs a right hand underneath Saiyan Prince's ribcage. Saiyan Prince let out a lung full of air as it connected.#BC2#
Saiyan Prince escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL#
Scorpion pushes Saiyan Prince up against the ropes in a clinch.
Scorpion tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Saiyan Prince's elbow.
Scorpion gets through Saiyan Prince's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Saiyan Prince throws a head punch that misses.
Saiyan Prince working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Scorpion tries a body shot but Saiyan Prince blocks it.
Scorpion lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Saiyan Prince backwards.
Saiyan Prince misses with a body punch.
Saiyan Prince throws a punch but it's blocked by Scorpion.
Scorpion stalling in the clinch but Saiyan Prince improves position.
Scorpion lands a right hand that snaps the head of Saiyan Prince backwards.
Saiyan Prince doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A short uppercut from Scorpion.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Saiyan Prince as Scorpion tries to tie him up.
Scorpion trying to stall but Saiyan Prince improves his position.
Scorpion lands with a right to the head. #T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Saiyan Prince lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Scorpion swings wildly with an uppercut but Saiyan Prince uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scorpion lands a right hand.
A head punch on the inside from Saiyan Prince fails to land. #BC2#
Saiyan Prince breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Saiyan Prince looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Scorpion throws a leg kick which misses Saiyan Prince's front leg but catches the back leg as Saiyan Prince tries to avoid it.
Scorpion avoids the body shot from Saiyan Prince.
Scorpion scoring well with a low kick there.
Saiyan Prince throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Silva Scorpion seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Scorpion punishes Saiyan Prince's body with a nice straight punch.
Saiyan Prince slips a jab from Scorpion.
Saiyan Prince feints and then cracks Scorpion's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Scorpion down.
Saiyan Prince throws a sloppy head kick and Scorpion moves out of range easily.
Scorpion is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Scorpion with a hook.
A looping hook to the body misses from Saiyan Prince. Scorpion does a little dance to reset his feet.
Scorpion throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Saiyan Prince! But no joy.
Scorpion ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Scorpion lands with a thumping leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Nice cross by Scorpion.
Saiyan Prince moves away from the strike by Scorpion.
Saiyan Prince takes a shot right to the bread basket.
A head kick from Scorpion lands but Saiyan Prince takes it in his stride.
Saiyan Prince misses with a wild body shot.
Scorpion is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Saiyan Prince can do to turn this around?
Saiyan Prince throws a body shot but no joy.
Scorpion cracks a nice hook into Saiyan Prince's ribs.
Saiyan Prince misses with a straight left.
Scorpion throws a quick inside leg kick.
Scorpion has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Saiyan Prince.
Scorpion bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Scorpion moves out of range of the body kick from Saiyan Prince.
An attempted straight right counter from Scorpion misses the target.
Scorpion misses with a hook. Saiyan Prince ducked under it nicely.
Scorpion lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Saiyan Prince has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Scorpion.
Saiyan Prince looks to throw the jab but Scorpion is out of range.
Saiyan Prince slips under a jab.
Saiyan Prince swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Scorpion blocks the body kick.
Nice uppercut there from Scorpion.#T1#
Scorpion throws a nice inside leg kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with an uppercut. Saiyan Prince saw that one coming.
Jab, jab by Saiyan Prince - just one landing.
Scorpion lands a nice looking body shot.
Scorpion tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Saiyan Prince was well out of range. Poor timing from Scorpion.
Saiyan Prince throws a jab but it's blocked by Scorpion.
Scorpion fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Saiyan Prince.
Nice defenses there by Scorpion.
It looked like Scorpion wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Scorpion scores with a jab. Saiyan Prince acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Scorpion misses with a series of wild punches.
Scorpion throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Saiyan Prince throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Decent striking displayed by Scorpion there.
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Saiyan Prince moves away.
Saiyan Prince tries a quick counter leg kick but Scorpion is wise to it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scorpion does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Saiyan Prince! But no joy.
Saiyan Prince has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Scorpion moves forwards but Saiyan Prince connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Scorpion misses with an attempted mid kick. #T2#
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Saiyan Prince moves away.
Saiyan Prince lands with a nice body kick.
Scorpion tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Saiyan Prince paws at him with a jab and circles away.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Saiyan Prince! But no joy.
Scorpion works Saiyan Prince's body with a nice hook.
Scorpion uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Saiyan Prince.
Scorpion half committed to a counter leg kick.
Saiyan Prince misses with a body shot.
Saiyan Prince dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Scorpion throws a hook but Saiyan Prince avoids it easily.
Saiyan Prince scores with the left hand. Scorpion knows he should have avoided that one.
Saiyan Prince avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Scorpion missing with a left hand there. Saiyan Prince was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Scorpion tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Saiyan Prince paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Scorpion moves out of range of the leg kick from Saiyan Prince.
Saiyan Prince misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Saiyan Prince throws a body punch but Scorpion moves out of range.
As Saiyan Prince looks to move away, Scorpion throws a big counter combo but Saiyan Prince just gets out of the way.
Saiyan Prince blocks a leg kick.
Saiyan Prince on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Saiyan Prince throws out a loose jab but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scorpion lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#T3#
Saiyan Prince scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Saiyan Prince with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Scorpion connects with an inside leg kick.
Scorpion lands with an uppercut that bounces Saiyan Prince off the ropes and back into range.
Scorpion lands a jab to the head.
Saiyan Prince tries to move into range but Scorpion moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Scorpion checks a low kick from Saiyan Prince.
Scorpion misses with a body shot.
Scorpion throws a big shot that misses.
Saiyan Prince's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Scorpion swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Scorpion moves away from the strike by Saiyan Prince.
Saiyan Prince takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Saiyan Prince fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Scorpion manages to avoid it.
Scorpion scores with a leg kick.
Saiyan Prince scores with a push kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL#
Scorpion forces Saiyan Prince back against the ropes and clinches.#BC2#
Saiyan Prince breaks from the clinch.
Scorpion lands with a thumping leg kick. #T4#
A low kick lands for Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a head kick that Saiyan Prince semi-blocks.
No joy there for Scorpion, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Scorpion tries to score with a low kick but Saiyan Prince moves his leg out of the way.
Saiyan Prince throws out a leg kick but Scorpion moves out of range and Saiyan Prince only half commits.
Scorpion swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Scorpion moves away from the strike by Saiyan Prince.
Silva Scorpion is winning the standup battle so far.
Scorpion throws a good cross that connects.
Saiyan Prince fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Scorpion manages to avoid it.
Scorpion misses the shot to the body.
Saiyan Prince throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Scorpion stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Scorpion lands with a right hand.
Scorpion misses with a body shot.
Scorpion tests Saiyan Prince's chin there with a solid looking shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion throws a leg kick
and Saiyan Prince counters with a three punch combo that has Scorpion backing up. Scorpion nods at Saiyan Prince to acknowledge the strikes.
Saiyan Prince throws a hook but Scorpion avoids it easily.
Jab, jab by Saiyan Prince - just one landing.
Saiyan Prince scores with the left hand. Scorpion knows he should have avoided that one.
Scorpion tests Saiyan Prince's chin there with a solid looking shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that second round.
That's time! Scorpion's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R3#
Scorpion lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Scorpion looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Saiyan Prince checks the leg kick.
Scorpion takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Nice body kick there by Saiyan Prince.
Scorpion gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Saiyan Prince.
Saiyan Prince ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scorpion moves away.
Saiyan Prince moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Saiyan Prince throws a right and a left that both miss.
Saiyan Prince loads up on a big right hand but Scorpion slips the punch.
Saiyan Prince pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Saiyan Prince misses with a body shot
and Scorpion counters with a slapping leg kick.
Scorpion lands with an uppercut that bounces Saiyan Prince off the ropes and back into range.
Scorpion throws a series of punches but Saiyan Prince moves out of range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Saiyan Prince drops his hands momentarily and Scorpion takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Scorpion fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Saiyan Prince.
Saiyan Prince takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Scorpion throws a body punch but Saiyan Prince moves out of range. #T1#
Saiyan Prince misses with a straight left.
Scorpion moves out of range of the body kick.
Saiyan Prince takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Saiyan Prince tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Scorpion with the inside leg kick.
Scorpion tries a low kick but Saiyan Prince avoids it.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Scorpion, as that shot connected.
Saiyan Prince misses with a lunging right hand
and Scorpion counters with a one-two to the body.
Saiyan Prince throws a right and a left that both miss.
Saiyan Prince lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Scorpion attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Saiyan Prince has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Saiyan Prince misses with an attempted mid kick.
Scorpion steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Saiyan Prince. That one must have hurt.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Saiyan Prince misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Scorpion.
Saiyan Prince takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Sloppy strikes from Scorpion. Those never looked like landing.
Saiyan Prince keeps the fight on the outside.
Scorpion ducks under a wild hook from Saiyan Prince.#T2#
Scorpion is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Saiyan Prince looks to score with a jab to the body but Scorpion is just out of range.
Saiyan Prince lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Saiyan Prince takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Saiyan Prince lands a jab to Scorpion's midsection.
Scorpion avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Saiyan Prince takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Saiyan Prince will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Scorpion dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Saiyan Prince. That did some damage!
Saiyan Prince misses with a straight right.
Scorpion throws a leg kick which misses Saiyan Prince's front leg but catches the back leg as Saiyan Prince tries to avoid it.
Saiyan Prince takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Scorpion looks to score with a jab to the body but Saiyan Prince is just out of range.
Left hook, right uppercut from Scorpion.
Saiyan Prince avoids the head kick by Scorpion.
Scorpion takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
It appears Scorpion was looking to counter with a kick there.
Saiyan Prince misses with a body shot.
Saiyan Prince scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#T3#
Scorpion turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Scorpion takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Scorpion misses with a body kick.
Scorpion keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Scorpion half committed to a counter leg kick.
Scorpion checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Saiyan Prince scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Scorpion doesn't seem bothered though.
Scorpion scores with a decent looking hook.
Saiyan Prince takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Scorpion slips a straight right by Saiyan Prince.
Scorpion throws a two punch combo that lands nicely. #CL#
Scorpion has Saiyan Prince up against the ropes in a clinch.
Scorpion lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Saiyan Prince doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Saiyan Prince throws a punch but it's blocked by Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a left hand that snaps the head of Saiyan Prince backwards.
Scorpion is looking to control Saiyan Prince's arms but Saiyan Prince gets an underhook and turns him. Now Scorpion has his back to the ropes. #T4#
A hook to the body from Saiyan Prince.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Good body shot from Scorpion.
Saiyan Prince tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Saiyan Prince scores with a shoulder strike.
Scorpion blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Saiyan Prince working aggressively here.
Saiyan Prince lands a shot to the body.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC2#
Saiyan Prince's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Saiyan Prince uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Scorpion.
Saiyan Prince throws a lazy right hand but Scorpion sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Saiyan Prince fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
The fighters circling - Saiyan Prince throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A good leg kick by Scorpion.
Scorpion looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Scorpion dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Saiyan Prince. That did some damage!
Saiyan Prince throws a leg kick but Scorpion sees it coming and moves out of range.
Saiyan Prince takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion clearly takes that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R4#
Saiyan Prince walks into a stiff left hand from Scorpion.
Scorpion turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Saiyan Prince misses with a hook.
Scorpion is looking to clinch.
Scorpion pivots, looking for a leg kick but Saiyan Prince is out of range and Scorpion settles back down.
A solid body kick from Scorpion.
Saiyan Prince throws a half hearted mid kick.#CL#
Scorpion gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
A head punch on the inside from Saiyan Prince fails to land.
Scorpion working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Saiyan Prince lands a shot to the body.
Scorpion taking a breather. #BC2#
Saiyan Prince's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scorpion motions for Saiyan Prince to come forward. Scorpion throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Nice body punch from Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a looping overhand right but Saiyan Prince ducks down to avoid it.
Saiyan Prince throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Scorpion swings for the body but Saiyan Prince moves out of range. #T1#
Scorpion throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Saiyan Prince defending well as Scorpion loads up on a big left hand.
Saiyan Prince is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Scorpion.
Saiyan Prince checks a leg kick.
Saiyan Prince swings for the body but Scorpion moves out of range.
Saiyan Prince lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Scorpion looks to score with a jab to the body but Saiyan Prince is just out of range.
Scorpion jabs Saiyan Prince to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Scorpion avoids a kick to the body.
Saiyan Prince throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A nice leg kick lands there from Scorpion.
Saiyan Prince thuds a left hand into Scorpion's body.
Scorpion scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Saiyan Prince doesn't seem bothered though.
A good leg kick by Scorpion.
Saiyan Prince throws a nice inside leg kick.
Scorpion throws out a powerful jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Scorpion lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Scorpion buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick. #T2#
Saiyan Prince throws a predictable looking body shot
and Scorpion counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Saiyan Prince takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Saiyan Prince loads up on a big right hand but Scorpion slips the punch.
Saiyan Prince looks to throw the jab but Scorpion is out of range.
Scorpion throws a leg kick
and Saiyan Prince counters with a stiff right hand.
Scorpion moves out of range as Saiyan Prince strikes.
Scorpion uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Saiyan Prince.
Scorpion lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
A swing and a miss from Saiyan Prince.
Good work by Saiyan Prince as he checks the leg kick.
Scorpion clobbers Saiyan Prince with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Scorpion dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Saiyan Prince. That did some damage!
Scorpion rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Saiyan Prince moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Saiyan Prince lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Scorpion has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Scorpion and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Scorpion misses with the combination.
Saiyan Prince connects with a single shot there.#T3#
Scorpion getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Scorpion takes a swing at Saiyan Prince's ribcage but misses.
Scorpion keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Saiyan Prince.
Scorpion fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Scorpion just misses with a punch to the body.
Saiyan Prince staying out of range there.
Scorpion stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Scorpion tries a head kick but it misses.
Scorpion misses with a low kick.
Scorpion sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Scorpion will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Saiyan Prince doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Saiyan Prince avoids the body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Scorpion walks into a left hand.
Saiyan Prince looks to score with a jab to the body but Scorpion is just out of range.
Scorpion will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Saiyan Prince takes a swing at Scorpion's ribcage but misses.
Saiyan Prince throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Saiyan Prince tests Scorpion's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Saiyan Prince drops his hands momentarily and Scorpion takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Saiyan Prince throws a hook to the side of Scorpion's head but Scorpion sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Saiyan Prince lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Scorpion at a distance.
The fighters circling - Saiyan Prince throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Scorpion fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Nice straight punches there by Saiyan Prince. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Saiyan Prince.
A looping hook to the body misses from Scorpion. Saiyan Prince does a little dance to reset his feet.
Saiyan Prince misses with an uppercut. Scorpion saw that one coming.
Saiyan Prince misses with a wild body shot.
Scorpion moves in looking to clinch but Saiyan Prince pushes him off.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Saiyan Prince jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Saiyan Prince throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Scorpion sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Saiyan Prince jabs Scorpion right on the nose. Scorpion blinks but takes it well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion had his way with Vegeta Saiyan Prince in that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R5#
Saiyan Prince throws a wild body kick that Scorpion sees coming a mile off.
An attempted straight right counter from Scorpion misses the target.
Scorpion ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Scorpion moves in looking to clinch but Saiyan Prince pushes him off.
Saiyan Prince keeps the fight on the outside.
Scorpion lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Scorpion fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Saiyan Prince has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Scorpion with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Scorpion blocks a jab.
Saiyan Prince throws a leg kick but Scorpion sees it coming and checks it nicely.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Scorpion.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Scorpion.
Nice body kick from Scorpion.
Jab by Scorpion.
A nice leg kick lands there from Scorpion.
Saiyan Prince misses with a looping left.
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 solid leg kick lands there for Saiyan Prince.
A decent looking cross lands there for Scorpion.
Saiyan Prince gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#T1#
A bone on bone clash there as Saiyan Prince blocks the leg kick.
Saiyan Prince throws a looping overhand right but Scorpion ducks down to avoid it.
Scorpion throws a solid leg kick but Saiyan Prince takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Scorpion.
Scorpion fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Saiyan Prince.
Nice shot lands for Saiyan Prince.
Scorpion keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
A nice leg kick lands there from Scorpion.
Saiyan Prince looks to land a left hand but Scorpion moved out of range nicely.
Scorpion throws a nice outside leg kick.
Scorpion is looking to clinch.
Saiyan Prince thows a body kick. Scorpion tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Scorpion scores with a leg kick.
Saiyan Prince connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Scorpion throws a quick inside leg kick.
Saiyan Prince takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Scorpion defending well as Saiyan Prince loads up on a big left hand.
It looked like Scorpion was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Saiyan Prince.
Saiyan Prince defending well as Scorpion loads up on a big left hand.
Scorpion connects with a jab.
Vegeta Saiyan Prince has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Saiyan Prince just misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Scorpion slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Saiyan Prince fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Scorpion checks it well. #CL#
Scorpion gets a clinch. #BC2#
Saiyan Prince breaks from the clinch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Saiyan Prince. Scorpion does a little dance to reset his feet.
Scorpion throws a leg kick but Saiyan Prince checks it.
A punch lands to the side of Saiyan Prince 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Scorpion doesn't manage to clinch there - Saiyan Prince circles away.
A slapping leg kick lands for Scorpion.
Saiyan Prince gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Scorpion.
Scorpion misses the shot to the body.
Scorpion staying out of range there.
Scorpion throws a nice inside leg kick.
Scorpion tries to clinch but Saiyan Prince moves away
and Saiyan Prince makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Scorpion throws a quick inside leg kick. #T3#
Scorpion scores with a body shot.
An inside leg kick lands from Scorpion.
Scorpion jabs Saiyan Prince right on the nose. Saiyan Prince blinks but takes it well.
Saiyan Prince connects with a looping right hand. #CL#
Scorpion instigates a clinch. #BC2#
Saiyan Prince breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Scorpion scores with the left hand. Saiyan Prince knows he should have avoided that one.
Scorpion keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Saiyan Prince.
Scorpion slips a jab from Saiyan Prince.
Silva Scorpion is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
A solid body kick from Scorpion.
Saiyan Prince tests Scorpion's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Scorpion throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Scorpion blocks a jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Saiyan Prince. Scorpion does a little dance to reset his feet.
Scorpion lands a high kick!
Saiyan Prince throws a series of punches but Scorpion avoids them all with ease. #T4#
Scorpion tries to land a front kick but Saiyan Prince steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Scorpion throws a head kick that misses.
Saiyan Prince lets loose with a powerful body kick. Scorpion will feel that in the morning.
Scorpion with a nice cross.
Saiyan Prince misses with an uppercut.
Scorpion appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
A nice leg kick from Scorpion, right into the meat of the thigh.
Saiyan Prince finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Scorpion throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Saiyan Prince counters with a body kick.
Scorpion lands with a hook. Saiyan Prince tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Saiyan Prince looks to throw the jab but Scorpion is out of range.
Scorpion swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
A slapping leg kick lands for Scorpion.
Nice shot by Scorpion.
A low kick lands for Scorpion.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Saiyan Prince missing with a left hand there. Scorpion was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A little feinted left hand from Scorpion on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Scorpion displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Saiyan Prince throws out the jab.
Scorpion shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Good shot there by Scorpion.

And that's the end of the fight!
Silva Scorpion showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Scorpion 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Chris Dean scores the fight 50:45
Judge Donatello Bradman scores the fight 50:45
Judge Bruno Hogan scores the fight 50:45

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Silva Scorpion!

Silva Scorpion retains his lightweight title!
Silva Scorpion decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: SYN K-1 ĺ…­     
Date:   Feb 19, 2021
#R1#
A swing and a miss from Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with a wild body shot.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Wills Jr lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Scorpion has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Scorpion and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Scorpion moves out of range as Wills Jr strikes.
Scorpion throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scorpion scores with a leg kick.
Wills Jr looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Wills Jr blocks a jab.
Wills Jr moves out of range of the leg kick from Scorpion.
Wills Jr is looking to counter punch.
Wills Jr tries to work over Scorpion's front leg with a kick but Scorpion checks it.
Scorpion keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Wills Jr.
Wills Jr's jab looks to have found its range, popping Scorpion under the eye.#CL#
Wills Jr closes the distance and pushes Scorpion back into the ropes.
Scorpion misses with a body punch. #BC2#
Scorpion's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Wills Jr takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Wills Jr steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Scorpion.
Some bone on bone action there as Scorpion checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Scorpion is looking to clinch.
Scorpion tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Wills Jr throwing a counter right hand but Scorpion manages to avoid it.
Wills Jr tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Scorpion paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Scorpion fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scorpion looks for the body kick but Wills Jr saw that one coming.
Wills Jr throws a low kick but Scorpion avoids it.
Wills Jr avoids a kick to the body. #T1#
Wills Jr lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Wills Jr avoids the body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Scorpion throws out a loose jab but Wills Jr uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scorpion throws a leg kick but Wills Jr sees it coming and moves out of range. #CL#
Wills Jr has taken the fight to the clinch.
Scorpion stalling in the clinch.
Wills Jr's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#BC2#
Scorpion pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A looping hook to the body misses from Scorpion. Wills Jr does a little dance to reset his feet.
Wills Jr motions for Scorpion to come forward. Wills Jr throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Scorpion blocks a jab.
Wills Jr uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Scorpion connects with a leg kick.
Wills Jr takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
A big left from Scorpion misses.
Wills Jr throws a jab when Scorpion was well out of range.
Wills Jr moves out of range of the leg kick from Scorpion.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Scorpion throws a jab when Wills Jr was well out of range.
Wills Jr is looking to counter with head kicks.
Wilson Wills Jr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Wills Jr closes the distance and clinches.
Wills Jr lands a left hand that snaps the head of Scorpion backwards.
Wills Jr scores with a shoulder strike. #T2#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Scorpion.
A bit of stalling here from Scorpion.
Good body shot from Scorpion.
Wills Jr fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Scorpion escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Scorpion looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Scorpion misses with a head kick.
A jab from Wills Jr does it's job there.
Scorpion tries to clinch up.
A telegraphed right hand from Wills Jr misses the target.
Wills Jr checks a leg kick nicely.
Scorpion checks a leg kick nicely.
Scorpion throws a leg kick but Wills Jr sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Scorpion misses with a looping left.
Scorpion misses with a body kick.
Wills Jr scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Scorpion checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Wills Jr connects with a looping right hand.
Scorpion misses with a hook. Wills Jr ducked under it nicely.
Scorpion is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Wills Jr. #CL2#
Scorpion clinches. #T3#
A right handed body shot lands from Scorpion.
Wills Jr goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Scorpion lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Scorpion prevents a body shot from Wills Jr.
Wills Jr tries to throw a body punch but Scorpion avoids it by throwing Wills Jr back against the ropes.
Wills Jr gets through Scorpion's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Wills Jr lands a body shot.
Scorpion tries to break the clinch but Wills Jr is controlling the position.
Wills Jr misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Scorpion is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Scorpion is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Wills Jr is keeping busy.
Scorpion seems frustrated at his inability to get double underhooks.
Wills Jr tries to work over Scorpion's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Wills Jr being controlled against the ropes.
Wills Jr misses with a hook to the ribs.
A hook to the body from Wills Jr.
Wills Jr tries to work over Scorpion's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T4#
Wills Jr misses with a punch to the body.
Wills Jr lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Scorpion swings wildly with an uppercut but Wills Jr uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scorpion misses with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Wills Jr misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC2#
Scorpion pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Wills Jr checks a leg kick nicely.
Scorpion displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Wills Jr throws out the jab.
A solid leg kick lands there for Wills Jr.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Scorpion thumps Wills Jr with a low kick.
Nice shot by Wills Jr.
Wills Jr misses with a straight right.
Scorpion tries a quick counter leg kick but Wills Jr is wise to it.
A slow jab from Scorpion misses its intended target.
As Scorpion backs away, Wills Jr returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Scorpion moves into range and connects with a jab.
Scorpion misses with a head kick.
Scorpion tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Wills Jr manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Good exchange - Scorpion coming out on top.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion scoring well with a low kick there.
Scorpion tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Wills Jr manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Wills Jr is looking to counter punch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Silva Scorpion will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Scorpion lands with a thumping leg kick.
Silva Scorpion seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Wills Jr scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Scorpion throws a big shot that misses.
Wills Jr lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Scorpion rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Wills Jr moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Wills Jr connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Scorpion scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Good standup being displayed there by Scorpion as he connects with a hook.
Scorpion throws a lazy right hand but Wills Jr sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Scorpion takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Scorpion throws a jab but it's blocked by Wills Jr.
Wills Jr avoids the body shot from Scorpion. #CL2#
Scorpion moves into the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Wills Jr misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Wills Jr misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Scorpion prevents a body shot from Wills Jr.
Wills Jr digs a right hand underneath Scorpion's ribcage. Scorpion let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Scorpion misses with a hook from the clinch.
Scorpion lands a nice uppercut.
Scorpion fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T1#
Scorpion lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Wills Jr backwards.
Wills Jr misses with a punch on the inside.
Wills Jr scores with a shoulder strike.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but Wills Jr avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes.
Wills Jr lands an uppercut.
Scorpion has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Wills Jr seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Scorpion can turn it around.
Wills Jr misses with a hook to the ribs.
Wills Jr throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Scorpion lands a left hand.
Scorpion content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Scorpion throws a punch but it's blocked by Wills Jr.
Scorpion lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Wills Jr lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Wills Jr lands a body shot.
Wills Jr lands a nice uppercut.
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 short right hand to the side of the head by Wills Jr.
Wills Jr tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Scorpion's elbow.
Scorpion lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Wills Jr backwards.
Scorpion tries to stall but Wills Jr uses the opportunity to gain a better position. #T2#
Wills Jr blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Scorpion lands a left hand that snaps the head of Wills Jr backwards.
Scorpion lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Wilson Wills Jr has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Scorpion blocking some punches.
Scorpion misses with the head strike.
Wills Jr blocks a body shot from Scorpion.
Wills Jr tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Scorpion's elbow.
Wills Jr misses with the head strike.
Scorpion has Wills Jr pressed against the ropes.
Wills Jr fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Wills Jr fails to land.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Scorpion.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Wills Jr.
Wills Jr lands a hook to the side of the head.
Scorpion working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A short right from Wills Jr on the inside.
Wills Jr swings wildly with an uppercut but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Wills Jr tries to throw a body punch but Scorpion avoids it by throwing Wills Jr back against the ropes. #T3#
Wills Jr has Scorpion pressed against the ropes, preventing Scorpion from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#BC2#
Scorpion escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Scorpion lands a glancing blow to the side of Wills Jr's head.
Wills Jr scores with a body shot.
Scorpion misses with a wild combination.
Wills Jr throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Scorpion sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Scorpion jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Scorpion looks to score with a jab to the body but Wills Jr is just out of range.
Wills Jr connects with a crisp jab.
Scorpion tries to clinch but Wills Jr moves out of range.
A bone on bone clash there as Wills Jr blocks the leg kick.
Wills Jr is looking to counter punch.#CL#
Wills Jr closes the distance and clinches.
Wills Jr lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Scorpion backwards.
Wills Jr swings wildly with an uppercut but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Wills Jr softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Wills Jr working aggressively here.
Wills Jr misses with a body punch.
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!
Wills Jr swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T4#
Wills Jr stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Scorpion pushes Wills Jr back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Wills Jr lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Wills Jr lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Scorpion pushes Wills Jr back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Wills Jr misses with a short punch on the inside.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Wills Jr.
Scorpion blocks an uppercut.
Scorpion blocks a body shot from Wills Jr.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Wills Jr has a couple of punches blocked by Scorpion.
Nice body punch from Scorpion.
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Wills Jr misses with a body punch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
The fighters are pressed against the ropes, as the pace of the fight slows.
Scorpion lands with a short shot to the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Wilson Wills Jr will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R3#
Scorpion throws a jab when Wills Jr was well out of range.
Scorpion throws a hook but Wills Jr blocks it.
A telegraphed right hand from Scorpion misses the target.
Scorpion scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Wills Jr doesn't seem bothered though.
Scorpion on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Scorpion loads up on a big right hand but Wills Jr slips the punch.
Wills Jr drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Wills Jr lands with a hook. Scorpion tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Scorpion misses with a hook.
Scorpion throws a right and a left that both miss.
Wills Jr fails in his attempt to clinch.
Scorpion will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
A little feinted left hand from Wills Jr on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Wills Jr scores with a nice right hand.
Wills Jr throws a lazy right hand but Scorpion sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Scorpion throws a big shot that misses.
Jab by Wills Jr.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Wills Jr walks into a left hand. #CL#
Wills Jr clinches up with Scorpion and pushes him back against the ropes.
Good body shot from Scorpion.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Wills Jr creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #T1#
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Wills Jr misses with a punch on the inside.
Scorpion misses with a hook to the ribs.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Wills Jr as Scorpion tries to tie him up.
A short left from Scorpion.
Wills Jr throws a punch but it's blocked by Scorpion.
Scorpion digs a right hand underneath Wills Jr's ribcage. Wills Jr let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Scorpion misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Scorpion's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Wills Jr looks to land a right hand but Scorpion moved out of range.
Scorpion lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Wills Jr moves away.
Wills Jr connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Scorpion tries a head kick but it misses.
A bone on bone clash there as Wills Jr blocks the leg kick.
Scorpion misses with a low kick.
Wills Jr lands with a shot to the body.
Scorpion steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Wills Jr.
Wills Jr tries to clinch up.#T2#
Scorpion moves away from the strike by Wills Jr.
Scorpion flicks out a counter leg kick but Wills Jr steps away.
Wills Jr avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Scorpion dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Wills Jr tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Wills Jr jabs at Scorpion's body.
Scorpion throws a leg kick but Wills Jr moved away.
Scorpion keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Wills Jr doesn't manage to clinch there - Scorpion circles away.
Scorpion lands a jab to the nose.
Wills Jr uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Scorpion.
Wills Jr clobbers Scorpion with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Wills Jr dips to his left and cracks Scorpion with an uppercut!
Scorpion blocks a jab.
Scorpion throws an overhand right that lands on Wills Jr's shoulder, as Wills Jr tries to avoid the shot.
Scorpion swats away the attempt to clinch by Wills Jr.
Scorpion ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
An inside leg kick lands from Wills Jr.
Scorpion defending well as Wills Jr loads up on a big left hand.
Scorpion throws an overhand right that lands on Wills Jr's shoulder, as Wills Jr tries to avoid the shot.
Wills Jr throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Scorpion sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T3#
A solid leg kick lands there for Scorpion.
Scorpion will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
The fighters circling - Wills Jr throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Scorpion misses with a hook.
Scorpion throws out a loose jab but Wills Jr uses good head movement to avoid it.
Wills Jr tries to land a leg kick but Scorpion saw it coming and moves away.
Wills Jr is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
A nice leg kick lands there from Wills Jr.
Wills Jr moves out of range as Scorpion strikes.
Wills Jr throws an overhand right that lands on Scorpion's shoulder, as Scorpion tries to avoid the shot.
Wills Jr looks to score with a jab to the body but Scorpion is just out of range.#CL2#
Scorpion closes the distance and clinches.
Wills Jr can't find room to land a body shot as Scorpion controls the action.
Wills Jr blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Wills Jr misses with a hook to the ribs.
Scorpion blocks a body shot from Wills Jr.
Wills Jr lands a shoulder strike.
Wills Jr blocks an uppercut.
Wills Jr gets through Scorpion's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Wills Jr goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T4#
Scorpion lands a hook that snaps the head of Wills Jr backwards.
Wills Jr lands a right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Scorpion swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch on the inside from Scorpion fails to land.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Wills Jr.
Wills Jr lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Wills Jr tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Scorpion's elbow.
Scorpion misses with the head strike.
Scorpion can't find room to land a body shot as Wills Jr controls the action.
A short body shot lands from Wills Jr as the two fighters clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Wills Jr fails to land.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but Wills Jr avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes.
Wills Jr prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion takes a shot to the head.
Scorpion lands with a light punch inside.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Wills Jr lands with a light punch inside.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Wills Jr.
A right hook to the body lands for Wills Jr.
Scorpion tries a body shot but Wills Jr blocks it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Wilson Wills Jr did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
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.#R4#
Wills Jr pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Scorpion tries a low kick but Wills Jr avoids it.
Scorpion misses with a hook.
Scorpion misses with a low kick as Wills Jr jumps back.
Wills Jr takes a swing at Scorpion's ribcage but misses.
Scorpion throws a leg kick but Wills Jr sees it coming and moves out of range.
Scorpion slips a jab from Wills Jr.
Scorpion throws a big shot that misses.
Wills Jr takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Wills Jr doesn't manage to clinch there - Scorpion circles away.
Wills Jr connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
A jab lands there for Wills Jr.
Wills Jr loads up on a big right hand but Scorpion slips the punch.
Wills Jr lands a glancing blow to the side of Scorpion's head.
Wills Jr pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scorpion is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Wills Jr.
A head kick from Scorpion lands but Wills Jr takes it in his stride.
Wills Jr defending well as Scorpion loads up on a big left hand.
A swing and a miss from Wills Jr.
Scorpion thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Wills Jr if he has to take too many more of those.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Scorpion thows a left - swing and a miss! #T1#
Scorpion throws a low kick but Wills Jr avoids it.#CL#
Wills Jr instigates a clinch.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Wills Jr as Scorpion tries to tie him up. #BC2#
Scorpion escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Scorpion steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Wills Jr.
A chopping leg kick lands by Wills Jr.
Wills Jr misses with a looping right.
Scorpion tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Wills Jr manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A shot to the liver by Scorpion. Beautiful body shot.
Wills Jr avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Wills Jr does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Wills Jr jabs Scorpion right on the nose. Scorpion blinks but takes it well.
Wills Jr with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Wills Jr throws a front kick aimed at Scorpion's knee but Scorpion avoids it well.
Scorpion has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Wills Jr pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Wills Jr uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Scorpion.
Wills Jr keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A combination from Scorpion does no damage.
Scorpion tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Wills Jr was well out of range. Poor timing from Scorpion.
Some bone on bone action there as Scorpion checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
A little jabbing left from Scorpion on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T2#
Scorpion lands a nice shot to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Wills Jr misses with a body shot.
Wills Jr slips under a jab.
Scorpion throws a low kick, looking for Wills Jr's leg but Wills Jr calmly moves out of range.
Scorpion fails in his attempt to clinch.
As Scorpion backs away, Wills Jr returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Nice shot by Wills Jr.
Scorpion will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Wills Jr is looking to counter punch.
Wills Jr swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Scorpion.
Wills Jr misses with a straight right.
Scorpion fails with an attempt to clinch.
Scorpion misses with a head kick.
Scorpion lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Scorpion lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Wills Jr lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Scorpion takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Scorpion motions for Wills Jr to come forward. Scorpion throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. #CL#
Wills Jr gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Wills Jr lands a right hand that snaps the head of Scorpion backwards. #T3#
Wills Jr misses with a body punch.
Scorpion is looking to control Wills Jr's arms but Wills Jr gets an underhook and turns him. Now Scorpion has his back to the ropes.
Scorpion is trying to force a seperation but Wills Jr has the dominant position.
Scorpion has a couple of punches blocked by Wills Jr.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Scorpion.
Wills Jr lands a shoulder strike.
Wills Jr lands a body shot.
Wills Jr blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Scorpion prevents a body shot from Wills Jr.
Wills Jr misses with a body punch.
Scorpion lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Wills Jr misses with a body punch.
Scorpion is trying to stall.
Wills Jr throws a punch but it's blocked by Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with a punch on the inside.
Scorpion tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Wills Jr's elbow.
Nice body punch from Wills Jr. #T4#
A short uppercut from Wills Jr.
Scorpion tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Scorpion misses with a punch on the inside.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Wills Jr blocks a body shot from Scorpion.
Wills Jr lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Wills Jr as Scorpion tries to tie him up.
Still in the clinch, Scorpion scores with a nice short uppercut.
Scorpion is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
Wills Jr blocks an uppercut.
Wills Jr swings wildly with an uppercut but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Scorpion misses with a hook from the clinch.
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
Scorpion gets through Wills Jr's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Wilson Wills Jr will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! And we move into the final round!#R5#
Scorpion throws a leg kick that misses.
Wills Jr looks to land a left hand but Scorpion moved out of range nicely.
Wills Jr wants to land a leg kick but Scorpion is out of range.
Scorpion tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Wills Jr was well out of range. Poor timing from Scorpion.
Wills Jr chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Scorpion can pounce on him.
Scorpion misses with a jab, cross combination.
A swing and a miss from Scorpion.
Wills Jr tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Scorpion paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Scorpion throws a wild body kick that Wills Jr sees coming a mile off.
A slow jab from Scorpion misses its intended target.
Wills Jr fails with an attempt to clinch.
Wills Jr backing away here, and Scorpion unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Wills Jr throws out a loose jab but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scorpion misses the shot to the body.
Wills Jr throws a leg kick but Scorpion moved away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wills Jr misses with a hook.
Scorpion checks a leg kick.
Scorpion staying out of range there.#CL#
Wills Jr gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Scorpion lands with a short shot to the head.
Scorpion fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Wills Jr misses with a punch to the body. #T1#
Still in the clinch, Scorpion scores with a nice short uppercut.
Scorpion digs a right hand into Wills Jr's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Wills Jr's gas tank.
Wills Jr tries to work over Scorpion's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Scorpion misses with a hook to the ribs.
Wills Jr misses with a body punch.
Wills Jr misses with a hook to the ribs.
Scorpion lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Scorpion lands a nice shot to the body.
A nice left hand lands by Scorpion.
A short uppercut from Scorpion.
Scorpion blocks a body shot from Wills Jr.
Scorpion is trying to maintain a safe position but Wills Jr gets an underhook and turns Scorpion into the ropes.
Wills Jr tries to work over Scorpion's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Scorpion lands a left hand.
Wills Jr tries to throw a body punch but Scorpion avoids it by throwing Wills Jr back against the ropes.
Scorpion working aggressively here.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but Wills Jr avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes.
Silva Scorpion has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Wills Jr doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Wills Jr blocks a punch to the side of the head. #BC2#
Scorpion manages to break the clinch.
Scorpion blocks a low kick nicely.
Scorpion appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Wills Jr does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Scorpion avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Scorpion misses with a few strikes there.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Wills Jr is looking to slow Scorpion down with leg kicks.
The fighters circling - Wills Jr throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Scorpion throws a leg kick but Wills Jr sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Wills Jr scores with a jab. Scorpion acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Scorpion lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Wills Jr has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Wills Jr and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Scorpion with a nice cross.
Scorpion is looking to score with low kicks.
Nice body kick there by Scorpion.
Wills Jr blocks a jab.
Wills Jr throws a jab when Scorpion was well out of range.
Scorpion swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Scorpion shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Scorpion tries to work over Wills Jr's front leg with a kick but Wills Jr checks it. #T3#
Wills Jr walks into a stiff left hand from Scorpion.
Wills Jr throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Scorpion takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Wills Jr avoids the head kick by Scorpion.
Wills Jr tries to clinch but Scorpion is having none of it.
Scorpion takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Scorpion walks into a jab.
Scorpion throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Scorpion throws a good cross that connects.
Wills Jr connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
A punch combination from Scorpion misses.
Scorpion connects with the punch.
Wills Jr throws out a loose jab but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Wills Jr moves out of range of the strikes.
Wills Jr throws an overhand right that lands on Scorpion's shoulder, as Scorpion tries to avoid the shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Wills Jr wants to clinch.
Nice cross by Wills Jr.#T4#
Wills Jr waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Scorpion.
Wills Jr lands a lovely overhand right.
Scorpion needs to keep his hands up - Wills Jr had a free shot at his head there.
Wills Jr avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Wills Jr swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Scorpion tries a head kick but it misses.
Wills Jr on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Wills Jr scores with a nice right hand.
Scorpion wants to slow Wills Jr down by chopping away at his legs.
Wills Jr lands a slapping body shot.
Wills Jr fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Wills Jr avoids the body shot from Scorpion.
Wills Jr checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Scorpion misses with the combination. #CL2#
Scorpion clinches up against the ropes.
Scorpion fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short right from Wills Jr on the inside.

And that's the end of the fight!
Silva Scorpion comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Wills Jr has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 48:47
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 46:49
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 48:47

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Wilson Wills Jr!

Wilson Wills Jr retains his featherweight title!
Wilson Wills Jr decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

 

Event: SYN K-1 ĺ››     
Date:   Feb 05, 2021
#R1#
Roy takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Scorpion throws a jab when Roy was well out of range.
A big right from Scorpion misses.
It seemed like Roy was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Scorpion uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Roy.
Roy dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Roy swings for the body but Scorpion moves out of range.
Roy throws a hook but Scorpion blocks it.
Scorpion feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Roys jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Roy swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Scorpion scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Scorpion checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Roy throws a body shot but no joy.
Roy swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#CL#
Scorpion gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Scorpion misses with the head strike.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Roy misses with a knee strike.
Scorpion working aggressively here.
Roy goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Roy swings wildly with an uppercut but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scorpion blocks an uppercut.
Scorpion blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Roy missing with knees to the body. #T1#
Scorpion lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC#
Scorpion manages to break the clinch. #CL#
Scorpion fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Roy, pushing him back against the ropes.
Roy blocking some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Roy.
Scorpion lands a left hand.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Roy.
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Scorpion.
Roy misses with the head strike.
Scorpion scores with a hook to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Roy.
Scorpion is trying to maintain a safe position but Roy gets an underhook and turns Scorpion into the ropes.
Roy wants to break free but Scorpion has control.
Scorpion is trying to push Roy away but Roy has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
Roy lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Roy tries a knee to the head but Scorpion blocks it.
Scorpion tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC2#
Roy's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Scorpion uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Roy has time to react.#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scorpion blocks a jab.
Roy misses with a low kick.
Scorpion scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Roy takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
A good leg kick by Scorpion.
Roy throws a looping overhand right but Scorpion ducks down to avoid it.
A slapping leg kick lands for Roy.
Scorpion scores with a crisp jab that stopped Roy in his tracks.
Scorpion looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Scorpion lands a glancing blow to the side of Roy's head.
Scorpion displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Roy throws out the jab.
Roy throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scorpion was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Scorpion slips under a jab.
Scorpion was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Scorpion tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Scorpion misses with a head kick.
Roy misses with a series of wild punches.
Roy throws a body punch but Scorpion moves out of range.
Scorpion jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Roy tries to score with a low kick but Scorpion moves his leg out of the way.
Roy throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Scorpion is looking to counter punch.
Scorpion throws a combination. Roy tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Scorpion misses with a looping right.
Roy is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#T3#
Roy closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Scorpion misses with a body kick.
Scorpion swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Roy slips a jab from Scorpion.
Roy showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Scorpion.
Roy lands a really nice looking cross but Scorpion seems unphased.
Scorpion checks the leg kick.
Scorpion fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Roy looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Scorpion fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Scorpion misses with a looping left.
Roy misses with a body kick.
Scorpion swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Scorpion bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Roy's head.
A punch combination from Roy misses.
Scorpion throws a front kick that sends Roy stumbling back into the ropes.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Scorpion throws a quick inside leg kick.
Roy takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Scorpion throws a push kick but Roy slaps the foot to one side.
Roy steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Roy's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Scorpion connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Roy scrambles back to his feet.#T4#
Roy throws a jab when Scorpion was well out of range.
Roy bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Scorpion's head.
Scorpion misses with an uppercut.
Scorpion throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Scorpion tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Roy was well out of range. Poor timing from Scorpion.
Scorpion fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Roy.
Scorpion ducks right into an uppercut from Roy.
Scorpion fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Roy is out of range.
Roy looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Scorpion on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Roy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Scorpion.
Roy misses with a looping left.
Roy defending well as Scorpion loads up on a big left hand.
Scorpion looks to throw the jab but Roy is out of range.
Scorpion misses with a low kick.#CL#
Scorpion moves into the clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Scorpion blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Roy misses with an elbow strike.
Scorpion works on Roy's body with a couple of short punches.
Roy is struggling to control the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Roy tries to move into range but Scorpion moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Roy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Scorpion looks to land a body kick but Roy moved away.
Scorpion misses with a body shot.
Roy cracks a nice hook into Scorpion's ribs.
Nice uppercut there from Scorpion.
A telegraphed right hand from Roy misses the target.
Scorpion fails in his attempt to clinch.
Roy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Scorpion.
Scorpion looks to land a left hand but Roy moved out of range nicely.
Roy checks a low kick from Scorpion.
As Scorpion backs off Roy throws a huge counter combo but Scorpion manages to avoid it all.
Scorpion lands with a good body shot.
Silva Scorpion is winning the standup battle so far.
A jab from Roy misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scorpion moves away from the strike by Roy.
Scorpion scoring well with a low kick there.
Scorpion misses the jab.
Roy was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Roy.
Roy walks into a straight right hand from Scorpion.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Roy will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #T1#
Roy connects with a body shot that sends Scorpion's belly button to the back.
Roy jabs at Scorpion's body.
A nice leg kick from Roy, right into the meat of the thigh.
A slapping body kick lands there for Scorpion.
Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Roy.
Scorpion thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Roy if he has to take too many more of those.
Roy takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Roy moves out of range of the leg kick from Scorpion.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Scorpion here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Roy tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Scorpion was well out of range. Poor timing from Roy.
Scorpion misses with an attempted mid kick.
Roy is looking for the big counter here.
Scorpion keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
The crowd cheers as Roy lands an impressive looking overhand right. Scorpion doesn't seem phased though.
Roy getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Roy tries to work over Scorpion's front leg with a kick but Scorpion checks it.
Roy scores with a jab.
Scorpion avoids the body shot from Roy.
Roy stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
A good leg kick by Roy.
A slapping body kick lands there for Scorpion.#T2#
Scorpion fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Roy on the side of the head.#CL#
Scorpion fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Roy, pushing him back against the ropes.
A right hook to the body lands for Scorpion.
Scorpion scores with a hook to the body.
Roy is breathing heavily.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.#BC2#
Roy escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Roy looks to land a body kick but Scorpion moved away.
Roy tries to land a front kick but Scorpion steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Scorpion lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Roy takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Roy avoids the head kick by Scorpion.
Scorpion uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Roy has time to react.
Scorpion walks into a jab.
Scorpion throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Roy tried to score with a low kick but Scorpion checks it.
Roy misses with a low kick.
Jab, jab by Scorpion - just one landing.
Scorpion fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Scorpion throws a wild body kick that Roy sees coming a mile off.#T3#
Roy throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #CL#
Scorpion gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Scorpion fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion struggles to land a body shot inside as Roy controls his hands.
A right hand to the body from Scorpion.
Roy misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Scorpion.
Roy lands a hook that snaps the head of Scorpion backwards.
Roy with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Roy looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Still in the clinch, Scorpion scores with a nice short uppercut.
Scorpion lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Scorpion works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Scorpion is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Roy can do to turn this around?
Scorpion taking a breather.
Roy is trying to force a seperation but Scorpion has the dominant position.
Roy throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Scorpions head.
Scorpion scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Scorpion lands with a right to the head. #T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Roy lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Scorpion.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Scorpion.
Roy tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Roy looking to stall.
Silva Scorpion has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Roy tries to land a knee to the head but Scorpion blocks with his arms.
Scorpion content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Roy is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Scorpion scores with a shot to the side of Roy's head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but Roy avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes.
Roy tries a knee to the head but Scorpion blocks it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Scorpion.
Roy misses with the head strike.
Scorpion lands a body shot in the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R3#
Scorpion throws a body punch but Roy moves out of range.
Roy misses with an attempted mid kick.
Scorpion lands a nice looking body shot.
Scorpion with a hook.
Roy avoids the body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion scoring well with a low kick there.
Scorpion fails in his attempt to clinch.
Scorpion is looking to clinch but Roy is avoiding it.
Roy misses the jab.
Scorpion scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Scorpion loads up on a big right hand but Roy slips the punch.
Roy looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Scorpion feints and then cracks Roy's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Roy down.
Scorpion throws out a loose jab but Roy uses good head movement to avoid it.
Roy is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Scorpion with a body shot.
Scorpion tries to close the distance and clinch but Roy swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scorpion throws out a powerful jab.
Scorpion misses with a body shot.
Roy takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Roy scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scorpion moves in looking to clinch but Roy pushes him off.
Scorpion with a nice calf kick.#T1#
Roy throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Scorpion with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Scorpion lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Roy swings and misses with a hook to the body. #CL#
Scorpion has Roy up against the ropes in a clinch.
Roy's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Roy works on Scorpion's body with a couple of short punches.
Roy misses with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Scorpion.
Roy tries to stall but Scorpion uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Roy tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Scorpion lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC2#
Roy breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Roy on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Scorpion misses with a low kick.
Roy throws a solid leg kick but Scorpion takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Roy.
A jab from Roy misses. #T2#
Scorpion tries a head kick but it misses.
Roy looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scorpion closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Scorpion scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Roy's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Scorpion lands a glancing blow to the side of Roy's head.
Roy misses with a double jab
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Nice defenses there by Scorpion.
Scorpion explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Scorpion staying out of range there.
Roy lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Scorpion misses with a low kick.
Roy is looking to chop away at Scorpion's legs.
Roy takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Roy takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Roy lands a leg kick that knocks Scorpion off balance momentarily.
Roy motions for Scorpion to come forward. Roy throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Scorpion feints a jab promting Roy to slip. Scorpion then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Roy slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Scorpion dips to his left and cracks Roy with an uppercut!#T3#
Scorpion ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Roy missing with a left hand there. Scorpion was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Scorpion lands with a nice body punch.
Scorpion tries to clinch but Roy moves out of range.
Roy was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Scorpion lands a nice shot that snaps Roy's head back.
A low kick lands for Scorpion.
Scorpion jabs Roy to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Scorpion tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Roy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scorpion moves away.
A nice inside leg kick there by Roy. That's going to slow Scorpion down.
An inside leg kick lands from Scorpion.
Scorpion connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Scorpion checks a low kick from Roy.
Scorpion feinted there with a counter leg kick.
A shot to the liver by Scorpion. Beautiful body shot.
Roy misses with an uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Roy throws a hook but Scorpion avoids it easily.
Scorpion attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Roy misses with an uppercut. Scorpion saw that one coming.
Scorpion comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#T4#
Scorpion fails to land with a series of punches.
Scorpion fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#CL#
Scorpion rushes Roy and presses him up against the ropes.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Roy.
Scorpion can't find room to land a body shot as Roy controls the action.
A right hand to the body from Scorpion.
Roy wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#BC#
Scorpion escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Scorpion throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Roy swings for the body but Scorpion moves out of range.
Roy connects with a solid leg kick.
Scorpion keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Roy.
Scorpion is looking to counter punch.
Roy takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Scorpion showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Roy.
Roy takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A swing and a miss from Roy.
Nice body punch from Scorpion.
A chopping leg kick lands by Scorpion.
A low kick lands for Roy.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion clearly takes that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R4#
Roy waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Scorpion.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Roy.
Scorpion misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Roy.
Roy throws a right hand that misses
and Scorpion counters with a stiff right hand.
Scorpion throws a body kick that misses.
Roy takes one to the chin there.
Scorpion scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Roy lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Scorpion scores with a leg kick.
Roy throws a front kick aimed at Scorpion's knee but Scorpion avoids it well.
Scorpion throwing a counter right hand but Roy manages to avoid it.
Scorpion looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Scorpion throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Roy is trying to counter with his kicks.
Scorpion swings and misses with a hook to the body. #CL#
Scorpion instigates a clinch.
Roy lands a hook that snaps the head of Scorpion backwards.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Scorpion misses with a punch on the inside.
Roy throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Scorpion blocks it with crossed arms.
Scorpion misses with a punch on the inside.
Roy has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Roy blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T1#
Scorpion lands a body punch in the clinch.
Roy prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Scorpion lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Roy or not.
Roy misses with some punches.
Roy creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Scorpion lands a right hand.
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Scorpion lands with a right to the head.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but Roy avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes.
Roy is working Scorpion over against the ropes.
A short body shot lands from Scorpion as the two fighters clinch.
Scorpion working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Scorpion blocks the elbow strike.
Scorpion lands a nice shot to the body.
Roy is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Scorpion scores with a shot to the side of Roy's head.
A body shot lands from Scorpion.
A shot in the inside from Scorpion. #T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scorpion is working Roy over against the ropes.
Scorpion softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
A shot in the inside from Scorpion.
Scorpion looking to stall.
Scorpion works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Scorpion is working Roy over against the ropes.
Scorpion lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
A shot in the inside from Scorpion.
A short right from Scorpion on the inside.
Scorpion makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Scorpion cracks Roy with a nice body shot.
Scorpion lands a right hand that snaps the head of Roy backwards.
Scorpion makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A short right from Scorpion on the inside.
Scorpion softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Scorpion looking to slow down the pace here.
Scorpion goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T3#
Scorpion makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Scorpion misses with a punch on the inside.
Scorpion lands a body punch in the clinch.
Scorpion goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Roy is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but Roy avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes.
Roy lands an elbow inside that Scorpion shrugs off. #CUT2#It looks like Silva Scorpion has been cut.
Roy misses with a punch on the inside. #BC2#
Roy escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Roy takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Roy looks to score with a jab to the body but Scorpion is just out of range.
Roy takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Scorpion uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Roy.
Scorpion ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A nice leg kick lands there from Scorpion.
Roy drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#T4#
Scorpion throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Scorpion buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Roy misses with the body kick
letting Scorpion counter with a right hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Roy misses with a two punch combination.
Roy throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Scorpion counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Roy thinking.
Scorpion throws a nice inside leg kick.
Roy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scorpion moves away.
Scorpion fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Roy looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Scorpion lands with a nice body punch.
Roy sizes up Scorpion with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Scorpion with a nice cross.
A nice inside leg kick there by Scorpion. That's going to slow Roy down.
Scorpion comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Roy misses with a wild body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion checks a leg kick nicely.
A nice leg kick from Scorpion, right into the meat of the thigh.
Roy lands a jab to the head.
Roy connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion had his way with Rob Roy in that round.
The cut man is working on Silva Scorpion's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R5#
Roy avoids the body shot from Scorpion.
That kick from Roy tenderised Scorpion's leg. Scorpion is trying to keep his angry face on.
A lazy left from Scorpion finds it's target.
Roy bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Roy drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#CL#
Scorpion clinches.
A shot in the inside from Scorpion.
Roy misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Scorpion struggles to land a body shot inside as Roy controls his hands.
Scorpion lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Roy working aggressively here.
A shot in the inside from Scorpion.
A short left from Scorpion.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scorpion stalling in the clinch but Roy improves position.
Scorpion misses with a hook from the clinch.
Scorpion lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #T1##BC#
Scorpion's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Scorpion works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Scorpion misses with a body punch
letting Roy counter with a right hand.
Roy thuds his right hand into Scorpion's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Roy moves away.
Scorpion dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Roy. That did some damage!
Scorpion scores with a hook.
Scorpion ducks under a wild hook from Roy.
Roy misses the shot to the body.
Roy tried to score with a low kick but Scorpion checks it.
Roy misses with a body punch
and Roy takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Roy takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Roy throws a hook but Scorpion blocks it.
It looked like Scorpion was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Roy.
Roy fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Scorpion looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Scorpion checks the leg kick.
Roy showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Scorpion.
Roy misses with an uppercut. Scorpion saw that one coming.
Scorpion waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Roy.
Rob Roy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Scorpion moves out of range as Roy strikes.
Scorpion connects with a solid leg kick.
Scorpion connects with a good right hand that stumbles Roy. Roy circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Scorpion swings for the body but Roy moves out of range.
Roy steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
A slapping body kick lands there for Scorpion.
Roy has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Sloppy strikes from Scorpion. Those never looked like landing.
Roy jabs Scorpion to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Roy throws an overhand right that lands on Scorpion's shoulder, as Scorpion tries to avoid the shot.
Scorpion fires out a quick counter leg kick but Roy just manages to avoid it.
Scorpion on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Roy. Roy obviously looking to wear him down.
Scorpion pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Roy back to the ropes. Scorpion follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Scorpion moves out of range as Roy strikes.
Scorpion swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Scorpion lands a nice leg kick that just misses Roy's sensitive parts.
Roy misses with a two punch combination.
A low kick lands for Roy.
Roy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scorpion moves away.
Scorpion cracks Roy with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Roy on the wrong end of a kick to the body. #T3#
Scorpion slips a jab from Roy.
Roy throws an overhand right that lands on Scorpion's shoulder, as Scorpion tries to avoid the shot.
Scorpion comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Roy misses with a body shot.
Roy looks to score with a jab to the body but Scorpion is just out of range.
Roy is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
A swing and a miss from Roy.
Scorpion connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
A looping hook to the body misses from Roy. Scorpion does a little dance to reset his feet.
Roy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scorpion moves away.
Silva Scorpion is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
The fighters circling - Roy throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Roy throws out a loose jab but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scorpion connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Roy walks into a jab.
Scorpion moves out of range of the leg kick from Roy.
Roy misses with a hook. Scorpion ducked under it nicely.
It looked like Scorpion was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Roy.
An inside leg kick from Roy misses.
Scorpion tries to clinch up but Roy circles away and keeps his distance.
Roy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scorpion moves away.#T4#
Roy takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Scorpion looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
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!
Roy on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Scorpion lands a nice hook to Roy's body. Roy takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Scorpion avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Scorpion scores with a one two! Roy had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
A nice leg kick from Scorpion, right into the meat of the thigh.
A telegraphed right hand from Roy misses the target.
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Roy moves away.
Scorpion with a nice calf kick.
Roy misses with a low kick.
Scorpion uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Roy.
Scorpion is looking to clinch.
Roy doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Scorpion paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Scorpion cracks Roy with an open hand slap.
A slapping leg kick lands for Scorpion.
Roy misses with a low kick as Scorpion jumps back.
A jab lands there for Scorpion.

And that's the end of the fight!
Silva Scorpion showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Scorpion 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 50:45
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 50:45
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 50:45

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Silva Scorpion!

Silva Scorpion retains his lightweight title!
After winning the bout, Silva Scorpion thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: SYN K-1 二     
Date:   Jan 22, 2021
#R1#
Atunes throws a hook but Scorpion avoids it easily.
Atunes fails in his attempt to clinch.
Atunes misses with a body shot.
Scorpion looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Atunes is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Atunes slips a straight right by Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Silva Scorpion seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Scorpion gets tackled into the ropes by Atunes. Atunes maintains the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Scorpion fails to land.
Atunes doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Atunes tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Scorpion's elbow.
Atunes with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Scorpion pushes Atunes back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.#BC#
Scorpion breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL2#
Atunes has Scorpion up against the ropes in a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A right hook to the body lands for Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a hook that snaps the head of Atunes backwards.
Atunes prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion blocking some punches.
Atunes tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Scorpion fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T1#
Scorpion trying to control the position but instead, Atunes has worked for underhooks and has pushed Scorpion into the ropes.
Atunes looking to throw knees to the head but Scorpion is blocking nicely.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Atunes misses with a hook to the ribs.
A nice left hand lands by Scorpion. #BC#
Scorpion's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Scorpion lands a head kick. Atunes smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Scorpion throws a nice inside leg kick.
Atunes throws the kick towards the body but Scorpion avoids it.
Silva Scorpion is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Atunes keeps the fight on the outside.
Atunes blocks a low kick nicely.
Atunes misses with a hook. Scorpion ducked under it nicely.
Atunes uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Scorpion.
Atunes tries to clinch there but Scorpion circles away.
Atunes tries to close the distance and clinch but Scorpion swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Scorpion scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Atunes doesn't seem bothered though.
Scorpion slips under a jab.#CL2#
Atunes moves into the clinch.#BC#
Scorpion breaks the clinch. #T2#
Atunes tries to close the distance and clinch up but Scorpion swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Scorpion scores with a nice right hand.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Atunes gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#CL2#
Atunes closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
Atunes prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Scorpion.
Scorpion lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Atunes blocks an uppercut.
Scorpion scores with a shoulder strike.
Scorpion displaying some good clinch control by pressing Atunes up against the ropes.
A shot in the inside from Scorpion.
Atunes creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Atunes can't find room to land a body shot as Scorpion controls the action.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Atunes.
Scorpion stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Scorpion lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Scorpion is leaning against Atunes and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Scorpion is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes. #T3#
Scorpion tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Atunes's elbow.
Scorpion displaying some good clinch control by pressing Atunes up against the ropes.
Scorpion pushes Atunes back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Atunes tries to land a knee to the head but misses. #BC#
Scorpion's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Atunes takes a jab right on the kisser.
Atunes tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Atunes walks into a straight right hand from Scorpion.
Atunes throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Scorpion with the inside leg kick. #CL#
Scorpion moves into the clinch.
Scorpion working aggressively here.
Atunes misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion trying to stall but Atunes improves his position.
A shot in the inside from Atunes.
Scorpion lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Scorpion wants to stall. #T4#
Atunes tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Atunes swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Atunes with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
With the fighters up against the ropes, Atunes throws an elbow but misses.
Atunes misses with some punches.
Nice body punch from Scorpion - that landed with a thud. #BC#
Scorpion breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Atunes defending well as Scorpion loads up on a big left hand.
Atunes swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A looping hook to the body misses from Atunes. Scorpion does a little dance to reset his feet.
Scorpion misses with a kick to the body.
Atunes throws a shot from downtown. Scorpion moves away and avoids it.
Scorpion scores with a decent looking hook.
Scorpion avoids the head kick by Atunes.
Atunes showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Scorpion.
Atunes scores with a spinning back kick!
Atunes moves in looking to clinch but Scorpion pushes him off.
A solid leg kick lands there for Scorpion.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Scorpion throws a chopping leg kick but Atunes manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Atunes steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Scorpion moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Atunes moves in looking to clinch but Scorpion pushes him off.
Scorpion uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Atunes has time to react.
Scorpion throws a leg kick but Atunes sees it coming and moves out of range.
Scorpion keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Atunes.
Atunes thows a left - swing and a miss!
Atunes's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Scorpion connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Atunes scrambles back to his feet.
Atunes fails with an attempt to clinch. #CL#
Atunes gets tackled into the ropes by Scorpion. Scorpion maintains the clinch.
Atunes creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Scorpion dodges an elbow strike from Atunes.
Scorpion takes a knee right on the jaw!
Still in the clinch, Scorpion scores with a nice short uppercut.
Atunes has a couple of punches blocked by Scorpion. #BC#
Scorpion escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Scorpion jabbing away but nothing is landing.
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!
Scorpion throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Atunes throws a hook to the side of Scorpion's head but Scorpion sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Atunes throws a head kick that misses. #T1#
Atunes takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Scorpion tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Atunes tries to clinch up.
Atunes keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A nice leg kick from Scorpion, right into the meat of the thigh.
Scorpion lands a jab-cross combination.
Atunes tries to clinch but Scorpion moves out of range.
Scorpion looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Atunes doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Atunes throws a body shot but no joy.
Scorpion steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Atunes.
Atunes takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Scorpion cracks Atunes with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Scorpion steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Atunes.
Scorpion avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Atunes on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Scorpion steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Atunes.
Atunes takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there. #CL#
Scorpion fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Atunes, pushing him back against the ropes.
Atunes swings away with an uppercut that misses.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Scorpion here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.#T2#
Atunes prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion looking to stall.
Atunes tries to throw a body punch but Scorpion avoids it by throwing Atunes back against the ropes.
Atunes blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Atunes blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but Atunes avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes.
Atunes lands with a short shot to the head.
Atunes fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Scorpion misses with a hook to the ribs.
Scorpion blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Atunes fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Scorpion.
Atunes misses with the head strike.
Scorpion trying to control the position but instead, Atunes has worked for underhooks and has pushed Scorpion into the ropes.#BC#
Scorpion manages to break the clinch.
Atunes avoids a kick to the body.
Silva Scorpion is winning the standup battle so far.#T3##CL#
Scorpion gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Scorpion lands a left hand.
Scorpion misses with a punch on the inside.
Scorpion goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Scorpion misses with a short punch on the inside.
Atunes fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Atunes lands a left hand that snaps the head of Scorpion backwards.
Scorpion lands a hook that snaps the head of Atunes backwards.
Scorpion lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Scorpion pushes Atunes back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Atunes creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Silva Scorpion has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Scorpion misses with the head strike.
Scorpion blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Good body shot from Scorpion.
Atunes misses with the head strike.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Scorpion lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Atunes throws a punch but it's blocked by Scorpion.
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Atunes creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Atunes misses with some punches.
Scorpion working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#T4#
Good body shot from Scorpion.
Atunes tries a knee to the head but Scorpion blocks it.
Atunes fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short right from Scorpion on the inside.
Atunes goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Still in the clinch, Scorpion scores with a nice short uppercut.
Scorpion is looking to control Atunes's arms but Atunes gets an underhook and turns him. Now Scorpion has his back to the ropes.
Scorpion lands a body punch.
Atunes is breathing heavily.
Scorpion blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Atunes misses with a body punch.
Scorpion scores with a nice hook to the head.
Atunes misses with a hook from the clinch.
Scorpion scores with a nice hook to the head.
Scorpion is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Atunes can do to turn this around?
A nice right hand lands inside from Scorpion.
Atunes doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#BC#
Scorpion breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Scorpion scores with a push kick.
Scorpion throws a leg kick which misses Atunes's front leg but catches the back leg as Atunes tries to avoid it.
A slapping leg kick lands for Scorpion.
Scorpion uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Atunes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R3#
Scorpion connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Atunes's hands.
Scorpion fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Atunes tries to clinch up.
Scorpion stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Scorpion connects with a single shot there.
Scorpion lands with a shot to the body.
Atunes swats away the attempt to clinch by Scorpion.
Atunes throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Scorpion swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Atunes.#CL2#
Atunes clinches.
Atunes blocks an uppercut.
Scorpion blocks the elbow strike.
Scorpion can't find room to land a body shot as Atunes controls the action.
Scorpion avoids a wild elbow strike from Atunes.
Scorpion lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Atunes backwards.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Atunes looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Atunes's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Atunes scores with a nice hook to the head.
Scorpion blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Atunes misses with a short punch on the inside. #T1#
Scorpion pushes Atunes back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Atunes tries to work over Scorpion's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Atunes.
Atunes blocks an uppercut.
Atunes lands a right hand that snaps the head of Scorpion backwards.
Scorpion blocks a body shot from Atunes.
Scorpion takes a shot to the head.
Atunes misses with a knee strike.
Scorpion blocks an elbow strike from Atunes.
Scorpion is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Scorpion lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Scorpion lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Atunes tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Atunes misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A head punch on the inside from Atunes fails to land. #BC#
Scorpion manages to break the clinch.
Atunes thows a left - swing and a miss! #CL2#
Atunes has Scorpion up against the ropes in a clinch.
Scorpion has Atunes pressed against the ropes, preventing Atunes from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#T2#
Scorpion lands with a left to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scorpion lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Atunes.
Atunes takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Atunes.
Atunes throws an elbow but it misses.
Scorpion scores with a shot to the side of Atunes's head.
Scorpion lands a right hand.
Scorpion can't find room to land a body shot as Atunes controls the action.
Atunes working aggressively here. #BC#
Scorpion pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Scorpion looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Scorpion scores with a nice right hand.
Scorpion scores with a body shot.
Scorpion cracks Atunes with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Scorpion bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Atunes's head backwards.
Atunes tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Atunes has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Scorpion.
Scorpion scores with a decent looking hook.
Atunes walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#T3#
Atunes throws a head kick that misses.
Scorpion throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scorpion tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Atunes paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Atunes throws a wild body kick that Scorpion sees coming a mile off.
Scorpion lands with a nice body punch. #CL#
Scorpion instigates a clinch.
Atunes misses with a hook from the clinch.
Atunes is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Scorpion is defending well for now.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Atunes.
Scorpion tries to stall but Atunes uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Still in the clinch, Atunes scores with a nice short uppercut.
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
Scorpion tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Atunes's elbow.
Atunes throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Scorpion blocks it with crossed arms.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Atunes.
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
With the two fighters working up against the ropes, Atunes just misses with a elbow thrown towards Scorpion's brow.
Atunes pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the ropes.#BC#
Scorpion breaks from the clinch. #T4#
Scorpion scores with a hook to the body. Atunes takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
A looping hook to the body misses from Atunes. Scorpion does a little dance to reset his feet.#CL#
Scorpion pushes Atunes up against the ropes in a clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Atunes misses with some punches. #BC#
Scorpion breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Atunes walks forward, straight into a front kick from Scorpion.
Atunes walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Atunes tries to clinch but Scorpion moves out of range.
Atunes tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Scorpion paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A slapping leg kick lands for Scorpion.
Atunes chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Scorpion can pounce on him.
Atunes walks into a jab.
Scorpion with a nice cross.
Scorpion lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Atunes lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Scorpion lands a lovely overhand right.
Atunes wants to clinch up but Scorpion keeps it at a distance.
Scorpion lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion clearly takes that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.#R4#
Scorpion lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Atunes backs up against the ropes.
Scorpion connects with an inside leg kick.
Atunes is looking to clinch but Scorpion is avoiding it. #CL#
Scorpion darts in and clinches Atunes up against the ropes.
Atunes goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Atunes misses with some punches.
Scorpion managing to block the knees to the body from Atunes.
Atunes lands with a light punch inside.
Atunes tries to land knees in the clinch but Scorpion avoids the damage to the body.
Scorpion blocks an uppercut.
Scorpion avoids a wild elbow strike from Atunes.
Scorpion struggles to land a body shot inside as Atunes controls his hands.
Scorpion is stalling here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A right hook to the body lands for Scorpion.
Atunes has a couple of punches blocked by Scorpion.
Atunes throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Scorpion blocks it with crossed arms.
Atunes is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Scorpion misses with the head strike.
Scorpion tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Atunes's elbow.
Scorpion digs a right hand into Atunes's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Atunes's gas tank. #T1#
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
Scorpion digs a right hand into Atunes's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Atunes's gas tank.
Scorpion lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Atunes.
Atunes throws a knee to the head but misses.
A hook to the body from Scorpion.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Scorpion.
Scorpion lands with a short punch from the clinch. #BC#
Scorpion breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Atunes takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Scorpion lands a right hook to the body.
A nice leg kick from Scorpion, right into the meat of the thigh.
Scorpion throws a shot to the body.
Scorpion works Atunes's body with a nice hook.
Jab by Scorpion.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Atunes takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
A good leg kick by Scorpion.
Nice shot by Scorpion.
Scorpion scores with a leg kick. #T2#
Atunes has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Scorpion.
Atunes tries to clinch but Scorpion is having none of it. #CL#
Scorpion clinches up against the ropes.
Atunes tries to work over Scorpion's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Scorpion tries to work over Atunes's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Atunes tries a body shot but Scorpion blocks it.
Nice body punch from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Atunes or not.
A nice right hand lands inside from Scorpion.
A left hand lands to the body for Scorpion.
Scorpion can't find room to land a body shot as Atunes controls the action.
Scorpion lands a shoulder strike.
A hook to the body from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Scorpion blocks the elbow strike. #BC#
Scorpion breaks the clinch.
Scorpion fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Atunes.
Scorpion lands a leg kick that knocks Atunes off balance momentarily.
Atunes has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Atunes there as he acknowledges the shot.#T3##CL#
Scorpion closes the distance and clinches.
Scorpion is leaning against Atunes and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Atunes swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A short right from Scorpion on the inside.
Scorpion digs a right hand underneath Atunes's ribcage. Atunes let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Atunes swings wildly with an uppercut but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Atunes takes a shot to the head.
Scorpion blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Scorpion lands a right hand that snaps the head of Atunes backwards.
A shot in the inside from Scorpion. #BC#
Scorpion escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Scorpion lands a jab to Atunes's midsection.
Scorpion connects with a leg kick.
Atunes throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Scorpion scores with a leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Atunes buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Scorpion buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Atunes has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.#T4#
Scorpion cracks Atunes with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Scorpion connects with a body shot that sends Atunes's belly button to the back.
Scorpion wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Scorpion stalks Atunes and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Atunes's face. Atunes staggers backwards, shaken.
Decent striking displayed by Scorpion there.
Atunes looks to throw the jab but Scorpion is out of range.
Scorpion scores with a hook to the body. Atunes takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Atunes stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Scorpion.
Scorpion scores with a decent looking hook.#CL#
Scorpion drives through and clinches with Atunes against the ropes. #BC#
Scorpion manages to break the clinch.
Scorpion bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Scorpion sizes up Atunes with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion feints and then cracks Atunes's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Atunes down. #CL2#
Scorpion tries to keep at a distance but Atunes has taken the fight into the clinch.
A shot in the inside from Atunes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion had his way with Leonardo Atunes in that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R5#
Atunes walks into a jab.#CL2#
Atunes moves into the clinch successfully.
Atunes misses with a short punch on the inside.
Atunes prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
Atunes lands a shoulder strike.
Atunes tries to work over Scorpion's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC#
Scorpion breaks from the clinch.
Scorpion displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Atunes throws out the jab.
Scorpion misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Atunes.
Scorpion connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #CL2#
Atunes closes the distance and clinches.
Scorpion dodges an elbow strike from Atunes.
Atunes doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Scorpion lands on the inside with an uppercut.
With the two fighters working up against the ropes, Atunes just misses with a elbow thrown towards Scorpion's brow.
Scorpion scores with a shoulder strike.
Atunes misses with some punches.
Scorpion looking to stall. #T1#
Scorpion tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Atunes misses with an elbow strike.
Scorpion lands a right hand that snaps the head of Atunes backwards.
Scorpion blocking some punches.
Scorpion misses with the head strike.
Scorpion blocks an uppercut.
Scorpion scores with a shoulder strike.
A nice right hand lands inside from Scorpion.
Scorpion blocking some punches.
Atunes working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Scorpion tries to work over Atunes's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC#
Scorpion breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Scorpion chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Scorpion takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Atunes takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Atunes takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Scorpion just misses with a punch to the body. #T2##CL2#
Atunes darts in and clinches Scorpion up against the ropes.
Atunes misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion misses with a hook from the clinch.
Atunes can't find room to land a body shot as Scorpion controls the action.
Scorpion holding his opponent close, against the ropes.
Scorpion blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Atunes misses with a short punch on the inside.
The fighters are pressed against the ropes, as the pace of the fight slows.
Scorpion works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Scorpion lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Scorpion gets through Atunes's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Scorpion can't find room to land a body shot as Atunes controls the action.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Atunes tries to work over Scorpion's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Atunes takes a shot to the head. #T3#
Scorpion lands a left hand that snaps the head of Atunes backwards.
Atunes gets through Scorpion's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Atunes has a couple of punches blocked by Scorpion.
Atunes lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Atunes tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Scorpion swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Atunes swings wildly with an uppercut but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scorpion lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Atunes.
Leonardo Atunes has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Silva Scorpion is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Atunes is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Scorpion on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Atunes tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Atunes tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Atunes throws a punch but it's blocked by Scorpion.
Atunes blocks a punch to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Atunes. #T4#
Scorpion lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Scorpion lands with a light punch inside.
Scorpion blocks an uppercut.
Atunes misses with a body punch.
Atunes tries a body shot but Scorpion blocks it.
Atunes misses with a knee strike.
Scorpion blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Atunes misses with a body punch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Scorpion.
Atunes tries a body shot but Scorpion blocks it.
A head punch on the inside from Atunes fails to land.
Atunes misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Scorpion.

And that's the end of the fight!
Silva Scorpion showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Scorpion 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Russell Pearce scores the fight 50:45
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 50:45
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 50:45

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Silva Scorpion!

Silva Scorpion is the new lightweight champion!
Silva Scorpion thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: ETERNITY 26 - KT World Series     
Date:   Dec 13, 2020
#R1#
Roy thows a left - swing and a miss! #CL#
Roy gets tackled into the ropes by Scorpion. Scorpion maintains the clinch.
Roy is looking to control Scorpion's arms but Scorpion gets an underhook and turns him. Now Roy has his back to the ropes.
Scorpion tries a body shot but Roy blocks it.
Scorpion misses with a hook to the ribs.
Roy pushes Scorpion back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Roy is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Scorpion is keeping busy.
Scorpion avoiding damage as Roy throws knees to the body.
A short right from Roy.
Scorpion fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Roy takes a shot to the head.
Scorpion tries to stall but Roy uses the opportunity to gain a better position. #BC2#
Roy breaks the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scorpion lands the left hand.
Scorpion looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Roy tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Roy throws the left hand but Scorpion avoids the punch easily.
Scorpion stuns Roy with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Scorpion moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Scorpion is looking to clinch but Roy is avoiding it. #T1#
Scorpion thumps Roy with a low kick.
Roy walks into a jab.
Scorpion checks a leg kick nicely.
Roy cracks a nice hook into Scorpion's ribs.
Scorpion throws a quick inside leg kick.
That kick from Scorpion tenderised Roy's leg. Roy is trying to keep his angry face on.
Scorpion connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Roy momentarily.
Silva Scorpion seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Roy shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Scorpion jabs at Roy's body.
Scorpion is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Scorpion ducks under a wild hook from Roy.
As Roy backs away, Scorpion returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Scorpion throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Roy counters with a left to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Roy takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Scorpion scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Scorpion is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T2#
A looping hook to the body misses from Roy. Scorpion does a little dance to reset his feet.
Roy throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Roy looks to throw the jab but Scorpion is out of range.
Scorpion wants to clinch
and Scorpion takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Scorpion bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Scorpion connects with a nice looking jab.
Scorpion throws out a powerful jab.
A nice leg kick from Scorpion, right into the meat of the thigh.
A big left from Scorpion misses.
Roy looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Scorpion connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Roy feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Scorpions jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
A good leg kick by Scorpion.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion throws a shot from downtown. Roy moves away and avoids it.
A shot to the body from Scorpion misses
and Roy counters with a straight right hand.
Nice cross by Scorpion.
Roy throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Roy takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Roy motions for Scorpion to come forward. Roy throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Scorpion scores with a sloppy right hand. Roy should have avoided that one.
Roy staying out of range there.
Scorpion throws a nice inside leg kick.
Scorpion getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Scorpion throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Roy on the side of the head.
Roy's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Scorpion connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Roy scrambles back to his feet.
Scorpion is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Roy can do to turn this around?
Roy moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#CL#
Scorpion gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Scorpion lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Scorpion working some nice short punches in the clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but Roy avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes.
Scorpion on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
A body shot lands from Scorpion.
Roy's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
A short uppercut from Roy.
Roy throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Scorpions head.
Scorpion can't find room to land a body shot as Roy controls the action. #T1#
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Roy looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Scorpion misses with the head strike.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A shot in the inside from Scorpion.
Roy throws an elbow that misses.
Scorpion can't find room to land a body shot as Roy controls the action.
Scorpion tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Roy's elbow.
Roy misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Scorpion.
A short uppercut from Scorpion. #BC2#
Roy's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Roy defending well as Scorpion loads up on a big left hand.
Scorpion moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Scorpion is looking to slow Roy down with leg kicks.
A shot to the body from Scorpion misses
and Roy counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Scorpion connects with a leg kick.
Roy loads up on a big right hand but Scorpion slips the punch.
Scorpion lands with a nice body punch.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Scorpion here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scorpion connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Roy gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Roy takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Good leg kick by Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a leg kick which misses Roy's front leg but catches the back leg as Roy tries to avoid it.
Scorpion throws a one two combo.
Roy jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Roy waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Scorpion.
Roy throws a body punch but Scorpion moves out of range.
Scorpion just misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion is looking to clinch.
Roy throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Roy looks to score with a jab to the body but Scorpion is just out of range.
Crunch! Scorpion slams his shin into Roy's torso.
Roy falls off balance throwing a combination
and Scorpion counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R3#
Scorpion has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Scorpion there as he acknowledges the shot.
Roy throws a push kick but Scorpion slaps the foot to one side.
It looked like Scorpion was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Roy.
Roy looks for the body kick but Scorpion saw that one coming.
Scorpion throws a right hand that Roy ducks under and follows up with a left that Roy also avoids with ease.
Roy avoids a punch combination nicely.
A slow jab from Roy misses its intended target.
Scorpion throws a quick inside leg kick.
A good leg kick by Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with a looping right.
A jab from Roy misses.
Scorpion is looking for a counter combo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Scorpion instigates a clinch. #BC#
Scorpion breaks the clinch.
Scorpion will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
A little jabbing left from Roy on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Scorpion misses with a body kick.
Roy attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Scorpion throwing a counter right hand but Roy manages to avoid it.#T1#
A nice leg kick lands there from Scorpion. #CL#
Scorpion pushes Roy up against the ropes in a clinch.
Roy lands a nice uppercut.#BC#
Scorpion breaks from the clinch.
Roy checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Scorpion is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Scorpion connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Scorpion moves in looking to clinch but Roy pushes him off.
Roy throws out a counter right but Scorpion avoids it with no problem.
Scorpion misses with a straight right.
It seemed like Roy was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Roy looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Scorpion sizes up Roy with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Scorpion fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Roy.
Scorpion pivots, looking for a leg kick but Roy is out of range and Scorpion settles back down.
A little jabbing left from Roy on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Roy takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure. #T2#
Scorpion misses with a hook.
Roy steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
A jab from Scorpion finds it's way through Roy's defenses.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scorpion scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Scorpion scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Scorpion.
Silva Scorpion is winning the standup battle so far.
Scorpion cracks Roy with a good jab.
Roy gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Scorpion.
A bone on bone clash there as Scorpion blocks the leg kick.
Scorpion misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Roy.
Scorpion throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Roy looks for the body kick but Scorpion saw that one coming.
Roy walks into a left hand.
Roy just misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion tries to clinch up.
It seemed like Roy was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Scorpion explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion clearly takes that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R4#
Scorpion lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Scorpion throws a body punch but Roy moves out of range.
Scorpion throws a low kick but Roy moves out of range easily.
Scorpion misses with a wild combination.
Roy is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Scorpion with a body shot.
Scorpion misses with a hook. Roy ducked under it nicely.
Roy fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Scorpion manages to avoid it.
Scorpion looks to land a combination but Roy avoids it well.
Roy looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Roy looks to throw the jab but Scorpion is out of range.
Scorpion moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Left hook, right uppercut from Scorpion.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Roy walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Scorpion checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Scorpion lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Roy scores with a hook.
Jab, jab by Roy - just one landing.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scorpion connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #T1#
Roy lands a leg kick that knocks Scorpion off balance momentarily.
Roy avoids a kick to the body.
Scorpion changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Scorpion moves to clinch but Roy breaks away
and Roy cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Scorpion thuds his right hand into Roy's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Roy has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Scorpion tries to close the distance and clinch up but Roy swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Some bone on bone action there as Roy checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Roy looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Roy throws a big shot that misses.
Roy takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Scorpion scoring well with a low kick there.
Scorpion uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Roy.
Scorpion lands a really nice looking cross but Roy seems unphased.
Scorpion moves into range and connects with a jab. #CL#
Scorpion darts in and clinches Roy up against the ropes.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Scorpion scores with a shoulder strike.
Scorpion lands a body punch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Scorpion.
Roy throws a head punch that misses.
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
Silva Scorpion has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Roy's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Scorpion misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion is working Roy over against the ropes.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
A right handed body shot lands from Scorpion.
Roy has a couple of punches blocked by Scorpion.
Roy tries to stall but Scorpion uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Roy. #BC#
Scorpion breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Scorpion buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Scorpion scores with a sloppy right hand. Roy should have avoided that one.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Roy throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion had his way with Rob Roy in that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
Scorpion misses with a low kick.
Rob Roy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Roy takes a head kick and keeps coming.
The fighters circling - Roy throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Roy is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Scorpion.
A jab from Scorpion does it's job there.
Good leg kick by Scorpion.
Scorpion works the jab nicely.
Scorpion moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Roy drops his hands momentarily and Scorpion takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Scorpion pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Scorpion is looking to clinch.
Scorpion tries to close the distance and clinch up but Roy swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Roy tries a quick counter leg kick but Scorpion is wise to it.
Scorpion fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Roy throws an overhand right that lands on Scorpion's shoulder, as Scorpion tries to avoid the shot.
Scorpion was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Scorpion doesn't manage to clinch there - Roy circles away.
Roy throws a right and a left that both miss.#T1#
Scorpion lands an overhand right.
Roy throws out a loose jab but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scorpion slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
A cross from Scorpion lands.
Roy on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
A big right from Roy misses.
Roy misses with a straight right.
Silva Scorpion is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Roy works Scorpion's body with a nice hook.
Roy takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Scorpion connects with a body shot.
Roy walks into a stiff left hand from Scorpion.
Scorpion listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
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!
Roy takes a swing at Scorpion's ribcage but misses.
Roy on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there. #T2#
A good leg kick by Scorpion.
Scorpion works the jab nicely.
Scorpion ducks under a wild hook from Roy.
Roy tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Scorpion works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Roy chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Scorpion can pounce on him.
Scorpion scores with the left hand. Roy knows he should have avoided that one.
Scorpion walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Scorpion ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
The fighters circling - Scorpion throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Scorpion throws a quick inside leg kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Roy takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Scorpion lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Scorpion lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Scorpion throws out a loose jab but Roy uses good head movement to avoid it.

And that's the end of the fight!
Silva Scorpion showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Scorpion 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 50:45
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 50:45
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 50:45

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Silva Scorpion!

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

 

Event: EK 22_ Wubba Wubba Dub Dub     
Date:   Nov 13, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Gracie.
Scorpion wants to clinch up but Gracie keeps it at a distance.
Gracie takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Gracie has been working on his boxing with his coaches at 永 EŦERNITY ₪ Training Lab in the buildup to the fight.
Gracie throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Gracie throws a big shot that misses.
Scorpion is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Gracie.
Gracie swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Scorpion swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Gracie ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scorpion moves away.
Nice defenses there by Scorpion.
The fighters circle momentarily. Gracie darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Gracie moves out of range as Scorpion strikes.
Gracie looks to throw the jab but Scorpion is out of range.
Scorpion throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Gracie scoring well with a low kick there.
Gracie connects with an inside leg kick.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Scorpion crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Gracie - the referee stops the clock and Scorpion gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Gracie. Scorpion manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Gracie ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Gracie throws a jab but it's blocked by Scorpion.
Gracie throws a body kick that misses.
Gracie stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scorpion fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Gracie lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Scorpion at a distance.
Gracie misses with an uppercut. #T1#
Scorpion connects with a good right hand that stumbles Gracie. Gracie circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Scorpion takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Gracie checks the leg kick.
Scorpion fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Scorpion misses the jab.
Scorpion loads up on a big right hand but Gracie slips the punch.
Gracie waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Scorpion.
A slapping leg kick lands for Gracie.
A nice inside leg kick there by Gracie. That's going to slow Scorpion down.
Scorpion tries to clinch but Gracie is having none of it.
Scorpion wants to clinch up but Gracie keeps it at a distance.
Gracie swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Scorpion defending well as Gracie loads up on a big left hand.
Gracie avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Gracie misses the shot to the body.
A nice inside leg kick there by Scorpion. That's going to slow Gracie down.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Scorpion doesn't manage to clinch there - Gracie circles away.
Gracie misses with a low kick.
Gracie blocks a head kick by Scorpion.
Gracie thows a left - swing and a miss!
A bone on bone clash there as Scorpion blocks the leg kick.
Scorpion lands a slapping body shot. #T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Gracie keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Scorpion.
Gracie lands a jab to the nose.
Gracie avoids a punch combination nicely.
Gracie connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Scorpion lands an overhand right.
Good work by Gracie as he checks the leg kick.
Gracie tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Scorpion was well out of range. Poor timing from Gracie.
Scorpion throws the left hand but Gracie avoids the punch easily.
Scorpion tries to score with a low kick but Gracie moves his leg out of the way.
Gracie misses with a leg kick.
Scorpion throws a lazy right hand but Gracie sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Scorpion lands with a straight right. Gracie didn't see that one coming.
Scorpion misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Gracie blocks the body kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Scorpion swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Gracie throws a wild body kick that Scorpion sees coming a mile off.
Scorpion thumps Gracie with a low kick.
Scorpion scores with a leg kick.
Gracie has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Silva Scorpion will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Gracie attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Gracie wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Gracie misses with a looping left.
A leg kick checked by Gracie.
Scorpion scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Scorpion walks into a straight right hand from Gracie.
Scorpion scores with a jab to the jaw.
Scorpion takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Scorpion is looking to slow Gracie down with leg kicks.
Gracie uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with a hook.
Gracie does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Scorpion scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Gracie doesn't seem bothered though.
Scorpion waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Gracie.
Gracie lands a jab to Scorpion's midsection.
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!
Gracie fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Scorpion lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
That kick from Scorpion tenderised Gracie's leg. Gracie is trying to keep his angry face on.
Gracie ducks under a wild hook from Scorpion.
Scorpion uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Gracie.
Scorpion flicks out a counter leg kick but Gracie steps away.
Gracie throws a low kick but Scorpion moves out of range easily.
Nice shot by Gracie.#T1#
Gracie stuns Scorpion with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Scorpion avoids the body shot from Gracie.
Gracie throws a body punch but Scorpion moves out of range.
Gracie blocks a head kick by Scorpion.
Gracie lands a leg kick that knocks Scorpion off balance momentarily.
Scorpion jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Scorpion fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Gracie has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Scorpion tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Gracie was well out of range. Poor timing from Scorpion.
Gracie moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Scorpion throws a leg kick which misses Gracie's front leg but catches the back leg as Gracie tries to avoid it.
Gracie takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Scorpion throws a front kick aimed at Gracie's knee but Gracie avoids it well.
And Gracie counters with a quick kick to the body but Scorpion blocks it.
Renato Gracie is winning the standup battle so far.
Scorpion throws a lazy right hand but Gracie sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Gracie lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Gracie blocks a low kick nicely.
Gracie swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Scorpion counters with a nice leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scorpion moves out of range of the body kick from Gracie.
Gracie tries to move into range but Scorpion moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Gracie jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Scorpion throws a right and a left that both miss.#T2#
Scorpion misses with a low kick.
Gracie throws out a leg kick but Scorpion moves out of range and Gracie only half commits.
A solid body kick from Gracie.
Gracie checks the leg kick nicely there.
Gracie tries to score with a low kick but Scorpion moves his leg out of the way.
Gracie scores with a hook.
Gracie keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Scorpion misses with a hook.
Scorpion lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Scorpion on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Gracie. Gracie obviously looking to wear him down.
Gracie throws a body shot but no joy.
Gracie throws a looping overhand right but Scorpion ducks down to avoid it.
Scorpion throws a counter combo.
Gracie staying out of range there.
Gracie is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Scorpion lands with a nice body punch.
A swing and a miss from Gracie.
Scorpion throws a body punch but Gracie moves out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Gracie misses with a leg kick.
The fighters circling - Scorpion throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Gracie keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Gracie tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
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 Renato Gracie will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.#R3#
A swing and a miss from Scorpion.
Scorpion walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Gracie checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Scorpion lands a nice shot that snaps Gracie's head back.
Gracie misses with a hook. Scorpion ducked under it nicely.
Despite the aggression on Scorpion's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Scorpion takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Gracie misses with a straight right.
A big right from Gracie misses.
Scorpion throws a lazy right hand but Gracie sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Gracie fires out a quick counter leg kick but Scorpion just manages to avoid it.
Scorpion misses with a double jab.
Scorpion lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Scorpion slips a jab from Gracie.
Scorpion bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Gracie takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
The crowd cheers as Scorpion lands an impressive looking overhand right. Gracie doesn't seem phased though.
Scorpion throws a series of punches but Gracie avoids them all with ease.
Gracie is looking to chop away at Scorpion's legs.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Scorpion. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Gracie takes a swing at Scorpion's ribcage but misses.
Gracie missing with a left hand there. Scorpion was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Gracie.
Scorpion throws a chopping leg kick but Gracie manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
A jab from Gracie misses. #T1#
Scorpion scores with a jab. Gracie acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Gracie dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Scorpion. That did some damage!
Scorpion misses with a kick to the body.
Gracie getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Scorpion throws a leg kick
and Gracie cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Scorpion avoids the body shot from Gracie.
Scorpion walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Scorpion cracks Gracie with an open hand slap.
Gracie scores with a nice body kick.
Scorpion throws a leg kick but Gracie sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Scorpion moves forwards but Gracie connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Scorpion feints and then cracks Gracie's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Gracie down.
No joy there for Scorpion, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Scorpion misses with a body kick.
Gracie tries to work over Scorpion's front leg with a kick but Scorpion checks it.
Scorpion is looking to score with low kicks.
Gracie misses with a body kick.
Gracie misses with an uppercut. Scorpion saw that one coming.
Gracie lands a nice shot that snaps Scorpion's head back.
Scorpion slips under a jab.
Scorpion takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#T2#
Scorpion scoring well with a low kick there.
Scorpion moves out of range of the strikes.
Gracie pivots, looking for a leg kick but Scorpion is out of range and Gracie settles back down.
Gracie swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Scorpion misses with a left hand
and Gracie counters with an inside leg kick.
Scorpion tries to land a front kick but Gracie steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Scorpion misses with a hook. Gracie ducked under it nicely.
A nice leg kick lands there from Scorpion.
Scorpion does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
An inside leg kick from Gracie misses.
Gracie takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Scorpion fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Gracie checks it well.
Scorpion scores with a nice strike.
Scorpion moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Scorpion works the jab nicely.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion wants to clinch up but Gracie keeps it at a distance.
Gracie misses the jab.
A head kick from Scorpion lands but Gracie takes it in his stride.
Gracie throws a wild body kick that Scorpion sees coming a mile off.
The fighters circle momentarily. Gracie darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Silva Scorpion just about did enough to take it.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R4#
Gracie throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Nice defenses there by Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a big shot that misses.
Scorpion moves forwards but Gracie connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Gracie sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
The fighters circle momentarily. Gracie darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Scorpion takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Scorpion takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Gracie misses with an uppercut. Scorpion saw that one coming.
Scorpion fails to land with a series of punches.
Scorpion ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Scorpion! But no joy.
Gracie misses with a straight left.
Gracie bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Gracie shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Scorpion misses the jab.
Scorpion swings away with a leg kick that misses.
A big right from Scorpion misses.
Gracie moves out of range of the leg kick from Scorpion.
Gracie finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Gracie takes a swing at Scorpion's ribcage but misses.
Scorpion misses the jab.#T1#
Gracie misses with the body kick
and Scorpion counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Gracie throws a jab but it's blocked by Scorpion.
Scorpion finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Scorpion swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Gracie tries to work over Scorpion's front leg with a kick but Scorpion checks it.
A little jabbing left from Scorpion on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Gracie avoids the body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Scorpion throws a leg kick but Gracie checks it.
Scorpion keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Gracie throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Scorpion feints a counter leg kick.
Gracie pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Scorpion looks to land a left hand but Gracie moved out of range nicely.
A looping hook to the body misses from Gracie. Scorpion does a little dance to reset his feet.
Scorpion staying out of range there.
Gracie moves out of range of the leg kick from Scorpion.
Scorpion walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Gracie checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Scorpion tries to clinch but Gracie is having none of it.
Scorpion with a nice calf kick.
Scorpion buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick. #T2#
Gracie needs to keep his hands up - Scorpion had a free shot at his head there.
Gracie lands a right hook to the body.
Gracie waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Scorpion.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Gracie looks to land a left hand but Scorpion moved out of range nicely.
Gracie throws a body shot but no joy.
Gracie lands with a straight right. Scorpion didn't see that one coming.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Scorpion checks a leg kick.
Gracie misses with a looping right.
Scorpion looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Scorpion misses with a leg kick.
It looked like Gracie was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Scorpion.
Gracie lands a nice leg kick that just misses Scorpion's sensitive parts.
Gracie checks a leg kick nicely.
Scorpion scores with a jab to the jaw.
Gracie throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Gracie avoids the head kick by Scorpion.
Scorpion is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Gracie.
Gracie takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Scorpion throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Scorpion avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Gracie walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Scorpion checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Scorpion ducks under a wild hook from Gracie.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Renato Gracie will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R5#
Scorpion blocks a leg kick.
Gracie lands with an uppercut that bounces Scorpion off the ropes and back into range.
A nice inside leg kick there by Gracie. That's going to slow Scorpion down.
Gracie pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Gracie listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Scorpion shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Gracie slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Gracie walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Scorpion checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Scorpion cracks Gracie with a good jab.
Gracie gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Scorpion looks to land a combination but Gracie avoids it well.
Scorpion chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Gracie can pounce on him.
Gracie keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Scorpion has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Scorpion wants to land a leg kick but Gracie is out of range.
Gracie throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Gracie looks to land a right hand but Scorpion moved out of range.
A nice leg kick from Scorpion, right into the meat of the thigh.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Gracie thuds his shin into the meat of Scorpion's side.
Scorpion keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Gracie checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
As Scorpion backs away, Gracie returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.#T1#
Gracie throws a leg kick that misses.
Gracie attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Scorpion lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Scorpion blocks the body kick.
A low kick lands for Scorpion.
Gracie stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Scorpion.
Gracie fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Scorpion checks it well.
Scorpion ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Gracie walks into a left hand.
Scorpion stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Gracie keeps the fight on the outside.
Gracie attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Gracie uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Scorpion.
Scorpion tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Gracie was well out of range. Poor timing from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands with a nice body kick.
Scorpion jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Scorpion throws a hook but Gracie avoids it easily.
A low kick lands for Gracie.
Gracie tries to land a leg kick but Scorpion saw it coming and moves away.
Gracie looks for the body kick but Scorpion saw that one coming.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Scorpion! But no joy.
Scorpion slips a straight right by Gracie.#T2#
Scorpion takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scorpion paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Scorpion ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Scorpion chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Gracie can pounce on him.
Gracie throws a jab when Scorpion was well out of range.
Scorpion has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Gracie.
Scorpion misses with a straight left.
Gracie throws a chopping leg kick but Scorpion manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Scorpion appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Scorpion throws a looping overhand right but Gracie ducks down to avoid it.
Gracie throws a hook but Scorpion avoids it easily.
Scorpion keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Gracie.
Scorpion jabs at Gracie's body.
Scorpion tries to clinch up.
Scorpion looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Scorpion moves out of range of the body kick from Gracie.
A punch lands to the side of Scorpion 's head but he takes it in his stride.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Gracie looks to land a right hand but Scorpion moved out of range.
Scorpion flicks out a counter leg kick but Gracie steps away.
Gracie feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Scorpions jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
A looping hook to the body misses from Gracie. Scorpion does a little dance to reset his feet.
Scorpion swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Gracie keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 45:50
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 49:46
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 49:46

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Renato Gracie!

Renato Gracie is the new lightweight champion!
Renato Gracie took to the mic in his post fight interview and said 'Daddy's home Tokyo!!! Subarashī! Doumo doumo! That's what I'm about, getting that revenge! VIP? Nah he .. RIP! WHO!? RIP! WHO!? RIP! VIP? RIP!'.

 

Event: ETERNITY Part XX: All Hollows     
Date:   Oct 30, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Scorpion fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Van Rijn has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Van Rijn misses with a jab, cross combination.
Van Rijn connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Scorpion misses the jab.
Van Rijn uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Scorpion.
Scorpion comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Van Rijn lands with a shot to the body.
Van Rijn ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scorpion moves away.
Van Rijn fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Scorpion manages to avoid it.
A low kick lands for Scorpion.
Scorpion moves out of range of the strikes.
Scorpion doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
A big left from Scorpion misses.
Van Rijn uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Scorpion has time to react.
Scorpion throws a leg kick but Van Rijn sees it coming and moves out of range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A good leg kick by Scorpion.
Van Rijn attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Nice defenses there by Van Rijn.
Van Rijn unleashes a big counter combination but Scorpion bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Scorpion lands a leg kick that knocks Van Rijn off balance momentarily.
Scorpion needs to keep his hands up - Van Rijn had a free shot at his head there.
Scorpion misses with a wild body shot.
Van Rijn misses with an attempted mid kick.
Van Rijn uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Scorpion.
Van Rijn lands with a cross.
Van Rijn pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Van Rijn 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.#T1#
Scorpion throws a jab but it's blocked by Van Rijn.
A low kick lands for Scorpion.
Scorpion defending well as Van Rijn loads up on a big left hand.
Good work by Scorpion as he checks the leg kick.
Mike Van Rijn seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Van Rijn tries a head kick but it misses.
A telegraphed right hand from Van Rijn misses the target.
Van Rijn loads up on a big right hand but Scorpion slips the punch.
Van Rijn looks to score with a jab to the body but Scorpion is just out of range.
A jab lands there for Scorpion.
Van Rijn throws a body shot but no joy.
Van Rijn ducks under a wild hook from Scorpion.
Van Rijn with the inside leg kick.
Scorpion looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Scorpion lands a jab to Van Rijn's midsection.
Scorpion swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Scorpion looks to land a combination but Van Rijn avoids it well. #CL#
Scorpion closes the distance and pushes Van Rijn back into the ropes.
Van Rijn tries a body shot but Scorpion blocks it.
Scorpion tries to work over Van Rijn's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Scorpion misses with a punch on the inside.
Scorpion goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Scorpion misses with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion keeps control of Van Rijn as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Van Rijn misses with a body punch.
Scorpion is looking to break free of the clinch but Van Rijn has double underhooks.
Scorpion lands a body punch.
A head punch on the inside from Scorpion fails to land.
Van Rijn can't find room to land a body shot as Scorpion controls the action.
Van Rijn lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
Van Rijn lands a hook to the side of the head.
Van Rijn goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Van Rijn up against the ropes.
Van Rijn makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Mike Van Rijn will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Van Rijn looks to score with a jab to the body but Scorpion is just out of range.
Scorpion scores with a head kick.
Van Rijn works over Scorpion's head and body with a nice combination.
Scorpion lands a nice looking body shot.
Van Rijn misses with a hook. Scorpion ducked under it nicely.
Scorpion is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Van Rijn's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Scorpion works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Van Rijn ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scorpion moves away.
Nice shot by Scorpion.
Van Rijn misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Scorpion.
That kick from Scorpion tenderised Van Rijn's leg. Van Rijn is trying to keep his angry face on.
Scorpion looks to land a left hand but Van Rijn moved out of range nicely.
Scorpion misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#CL#
Scorpion clinches up against the ropes.
Scorpion misses with some punches.
A nice right hand lands inside from Van Rijn.
Scorpion can't find room to land a body shot as Van Rijn controls the action.
Van Rijn misses with a hook to the ribs.
A left hand lands to the body for Scorpion.
Van Rijn fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Van Rijn tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T1#
Scorpion working aggressively here.
Scorpion digs a right hand into Van Rijn's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Van Rijn's gas tank.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Scorpion misses with a hook from the clinch.
Scorpion wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Scorpion misses with a punch on the inside. #BC2#
Van Rijn manages to break the clinch.
Van Rijn cracks Scorpion with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Silva Scorpion is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Scorpion moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Scorpion throws an overhand right that lands on Van Rijn's shoulder, as Van Rijn tries to avoid the shot.
Van Rijn looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Scorpion lands a right hook to the body.
Van Rijn lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Scorpion takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Van Rijn looks to score with a jab to the body but Scorpion is just out of range.
Van Rijn circles away from the clinch attempt.
Van Rijn throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Scorpion tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Scorpion.
Van Rijn scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Scorpion doesn't seem bothered though. #T2#
Van Rijn avoids a kick to the body.
Van Rijn doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Scorpion connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Van Rijn is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Scorpion rather than just go for the knockout.
A looping hook to the body misses from Van Rijn. Scorpion does a little dance to reset his feet.
Van Rijn lands a jab to the nose.
Van Rijn has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Van Rijn blocks a head kick by Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Van Rijn takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Scorpion moves forwards but Van Rijn connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Scorpion scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
A slow jab from Scorpion misses its intended target.
Silva Scorpion is winning the standup battle so far.
A jab from Scorpion misses.
A bone on bone clash there as Scorpion blocks the leg kick.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Van Rijn throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scorpion misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Van Rijn.
Van Rijn works over Scorpion's head and body with a nice combination.
Van Rijn ducks under a wild hook from Scorpion.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion motions for Van Rijn to come forward. Scorpion throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Van Rijn lands with a slapping head kick.
Van Rijn avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Van Rijn cracks Scorpion with a right hand to the side of the head.
Van Rijn throws out a leg kick but Scorpion moves out of range and Van Rijn only half commits.
Scorpion throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
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 Silva Scorpion will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.#R3#
The fighters circling - Scorpion throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Van Rijn fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Scorpion manages to avoid it.
Van Rijn avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Scorpion with a nice calf kick.
Van Rijn throws a body shot but no joy.
Nice straight punches there by Scorpion. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Van Rijn.#CL#
Scorpion moves into the clinch successfully.
Silva Scorpion has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Scorpion tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Van Rijn misses with a punch to the body.
A short right from Van Rijn on the inside.
Scorpion lands a left hand.
Scorpion lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Van Rijn working aggressively here.
Scorpion throws a punch but it's blocked by Van Rijn.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Van Rijn takes a shot to the head.
Van Rijn can't find room to land a body shot as Scorpion controls the action.
A hook to the body from Van Rijn. #T1#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Scorpion.
Van Rijn swings wildly with an uppercut but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scorpion fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Van Rijn lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Scorpion.#BC#
Scorpion breaks from the clinch.
Scorpion misses with a low kick.
Scorpion tries a head kick but it misses.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Scorpion here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Scorpion lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Van Rijn at a distance.
Van Rijn tries a head kick but it misses.
Scorpion fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Scorpion tries a head kick but it misses.
Van Rijn misses with an uppercut. Scorpion saw that one coming.
Scorpion throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Scorpion connects with a looping right hand.
Scorpion throws a leg kick that misses.
Van Rijn throws out a counter right but Scorpion avoids it with no problem.
Van Rijn just misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Van Rijn scores with a jab to the head. #T2#
A punch combination from Van Rijn misses.
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!
Van Rijn takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Van Rijn throws an overhand right that lands on Scorpion's shoulder, as Scorpion tries to avoid the shot.
Van Rijn misses the shot to the body.
Scorpion misses with a head kick.
Van Rijn plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Scorpion misses with an uppercut.
Some wild striking there from Van Rijn.
Scorpion throws a body punch but Van Rijn moves out of range.
Van Rijn tries to bum rush Scorpion with a series of wild strikes but Scorpion uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Van Rijn throws a good cross that connects.
Van Rijn blocks a leg kick.
Van Rijn lands with a right hand.
Scorpion moves out of range of the strikes.
Van Rijn throws the left hand but Scorpion avoids the punch easily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion dodges the punch combination from Van Rijn.
Van Rijn walks into a left hand.
Van Rijn thuds a left hand into Scorpion's body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Silva Scorpion did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.#R4#
Scorpion misses with a body shot.
Van Rijn throws the kick towards the body but Scorpion avoids it.
The fighters circling - Van Rijn throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #CL#
Scorpion has taken the fight to the clinch.
Van Rijn misses with a hook to the ribs.
Scorpion lands a left hand that snaps the head of Van Rijn backwards.
A short left from Van Rijn.
A short right from Scorpion.
Scorpion blocking some punches.
Scorpion wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Van Rijn has him pressed against the ropes.
Scorpion struggles to land a body shot inside as Van Rijn controls his hands. #BC#
Scorpion escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scorpion checks a leg kick.
Scorpion scores with a jab to the jaw.
Scorpion pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Van Rijn throws a leg kick
and Scorpion counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Van Rijn scores with a shot to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scorpion throws a shot from downtown. Van Rijn moves away and avoids it.#T1#
Scorpion slips a jab from Van Rijn.
Scorpion with a hook.
Scorpion just misses with a punch to the body.
Van Rijn scores with a nice head shot.
Scorpion throws a right and a left that both miss.
Scorpion lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Good exchange - Van Rijn coming out on top.
Scorpion scores with a leg kick.
Van Rijn works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Van Rijn fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Van Rijn closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Scorpion misses with a straight right.
Scorpion connects with a leg kick.
A head kick misses from Van Rijn.
Scorpion stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Van Rijn.
Van Rijn throws a head kick that misses.
Scorpion tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Scorpion moves out of range as Van Rijn throws a body kick.
Van Rijn rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Scorpion moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Van Rijn is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Scorpion.
Van Rijn sizes up Scorpion with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #T2#
Van Rijn uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Scorpion has time to react.
Van Rijn throws a body punch but Scorpion moves out of range.
A counter left hand to the body from Scorpion misses its target.
Van Rijn walks into a left hand.
Scorpion lands a glancing blow to the side of Van Rijn's head.
The fighters circling - Van Rijn throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Van Rijn lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Some bone on bone action there as Scorpion checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Van Rijn swats away the attempt to clinch by Scorpion.
Good shot there by Scorpion.
Van Rijn scores with a nice head shot.
A telegraphed right hand from Scorpion misses the target.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Van Rijn! But no joy.
Scorpion throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Van Rijn sees it coming and avoids it easily.#CL#
Scorpion gets a clinch.
Van Rijn struggles to land a body shot inside as Scorpion controls his hands.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion working aggressively here.
A short uppercut from Scorpion.
Van Rijn tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Scorpion's elbow.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Silva Scorpion 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!#R5#
Scorpion misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Van Rijn.
Van Rijn connects with a nice looking jab.
Van Rijn wants to slow Scorpion down by chopping away at his legs.
Scorpion's corner calls for a 1-2. Scorpion obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Scorpion misses the jab.
Scorpion scores with a shot to the body.
Van Rijn ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scorpion moves away.
As Van Rijn backs away, Scorpion returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Scorpion fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Van Rijn.
Scorpion smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Van Rijn tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Scorpion was well out of range. Poor timing from Van Rijn.
Van Rijn lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Scorpion circles away quickly and effectively.
Van Rijn throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Scorpion throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Van Rijn bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Scorpion jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Scorpion loads up on a big right hand but Van Rijn slips the punch.
Van Rijn misses with a double jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Scorpion throws a low kick but Van Rijn moves out of range easily.
Van Rijn scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Scorpion displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Scorpion throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T1#
Van Rijn swings away with a leg kick that misses.
A head kick misses from Van Rijn.
A slow jab from Van Rijn misses its intended target.
Scorpion tried to counter with a leg kick but Van Rijn avoided it.
Scorpion scores with a leg kick.
Scorpion throws a head kick that misses.
Van Rijn shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Scorpion throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Van Rijn sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Van Rijn keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Van Rijn walks into a stiff left hand from Scorpion.
Van Rijn works over Scorpion's head and body with a nice combination.
Silva Scorpion is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Nice cross by Scorpion.
Van Rijn misses with the combination.
Scorpion looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Scorpion swinging wildly here.
Van Rijn throws a push kick but Scorpion slaps the foot to one side.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Scorpion attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Van Rijn's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Van Rijn takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section. #T2#
Scorpion swings for the body but Van Rijn moves out of range.
Scorpion keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Van Rijn.
Van Rijn throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Scorpion counters with a straight right hand.
Scorpion thows a left - swing and a miss!
Van Rijn walks into a stiff left hand from Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with a low kick.
Scorpion delivers a nice body kick.
Van Rijn throws a series of punches but Scorpion avoids them all with ease.
A looping hook to the body misses from Van Rijn. Scorpion does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nice straight punches there by Van Rijn. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Van Rijn.
Van Rijn swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Scorpion rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Van Rijn moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Scorpion wants to clinch.
Scorpion on the wrong end of a nice jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Van Rijn throws a right and a left that both miss.
Mike Van Rijn has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Van Rijn jabbing away but nothing is landing.

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 Silva Scorpion.
Well Scorpion 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 49:47
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 49:46
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 49:47

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Silva Scorpion!

Silva Scorpion retains his lightweight title!
After winning the bout, Silva Scorpion thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: EK 12_ DARWIN'S DOOM     
Date:   Sep 05, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Scorpion looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Scorpion looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Blackmane 🐺 uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Scorpion.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a right hand that Scorpion ducks under and follows up with a left that Scorpion also avoids with ease.
Blackmane 🐺 takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Scorpion uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Blackmane 🐺 .
Scorpion throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Blackmane 🐺 takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Blackmane 🐺 throws an overhand right that lands on Scorpion's shoulder, as Scorpion tries to avoid the shot.
Blackmane 🐺 lands a head kick!
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
It looked like Scorpion wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Scorpion steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Blackmane 🐺 .
We've been informed that Blackmane 🐺 has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Scorpion feints and then cracks Blackmane 🐺 's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Blackmane 🐺 down. #CL#
Scorpion moves into the clinch.
Blackmane 🐺 blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Blackmane 🐺 prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Blackmane 🐺 .
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#BC#
Scorpion's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Scorpion misses the jab.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
An inside leg kick lands from Blackmane 🐺 .
Blackmane 🐺 checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
The fight stays on the outside here - Scorpion looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T1#
Blackmane 🐺 uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Scorpion.
The fighters circle momentarily. Scorpion darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Scorpion connects with an inside leg kick.
Blackmane 🐺 slips a jab from Scorpion.
Blackmane 🐺 is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Scorpion.
Blackmane 🐺 staying out of range there.
It seemed like Blackmane 🐺 was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Scorpion lands a two punch combo.
Blackmane 🐺 is looking to slow Scorpion down with leg kicks.
Scorpion steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Blackmane 🐺 .
Blackmane 🐺 moves away from the strike by Scorpion.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a chopping leg kick but Scorpion manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Scorpion connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Scorpion walks into a left hand.
Scorpion moves in looking to clinch but Blackmane 🐺 pushes him off.
Blackmane 🐺 appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Scorpion throws a right hand that Blackmane 🐺 ducks under and follows up with a left that Blackmane 🐺 also avoids with ease.
Scorpion checks a low kick from Blackmane 🐺 .
Nice straight punches there by Blackmane 🐺 . You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Blackmane 🐺 .
Blackmane 🐺 tests Scorpion's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Scorpion moves out of range as Blackmane 🐺 throws a body kick. #T2#
Scorpion looks to land a right hand but Blackmane 🐺 moved out of range.
Scorpion connects with a solid leg kick.
Scorpion throws a leg kick but Blackmane 🐺 moved away.
A looping hook to the body misses from Blackmane 🐺 . Scorpion does a little dance to reset his feet.
Blackmane 🐺 waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Scorpion.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Blackmane 🐺 cracks Scorpion with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scorpion gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Blackmane 🐺 .
Blackmane 🐺 bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Scorpion. #CL#
Scorpion has Blackmane 🐺 up against the ropes in a clinch.
Blackmane 🐺 pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the ropes.
Blackmane 🐺 throws an elbow that misses. #BC#
Scorpion breaks the clinch.
Scorpion lands a nice hook to Blackmane 🐺 's body. Blackmane 🐺 takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Blackmane 🐺 looks to land a left hand but Scorpion moved out of range nicely.
Blackmane 🐺 plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Blackmane 🐺 lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash. #T3#
Scorpion throws a push kick but Blackmane 🐺 slaps the foot to one side.
Blackmane 🐺 lands a nice shot to the body.
Blackmane 🐺 moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Blackmane 🐺 throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Silva Scorpion seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Scorpion throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a right hand that Scorpion ducks under and follows up with a left that Scorpion also avoids with ease.
Blackmane 🐺 swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Scorpion scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Blackmane 🐺 dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Blackmane 🐺 walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Scorpion moves out of range of the strikes.
Blackmane 🐺 waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Scorpion.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Blackmane 🐺 ducks under a wild hook from Scorpion.
Scorpion slips a jab and a cross from Blackmane 🐺 .
Scorpion throwing a counter right hand but Blackmane 🐺 manages to avoid it.
Scorpion pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Blackmane 🐺 back to the ropes. Scorpion follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Blackmane 🐺 staying out of range there.
Scorpion thumps Blackmane 🐺 with a low kick.
Scorpion moves in looking to clinch but Blackmane 🐺 pushes him off.#T4#
Blackmane 🐺 throws a lazy head kick
and Scorpion counters with a stiff right hand.
Blackmane 🐺 takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a jab when Scorpion was well out of range.
Scorpion misses with a straight right.
Scorpion throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Blackmane 🐺 throws the left hand but Scorpion avoids the punch easily.
A telegraphed right hand from Blackmane 🐺 misses the target.
Scorpion connects with a body shot that sends Blackmane 🐺 's belly button to the back.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a hook
and Scorpion counters with a nice leg kick.
Scorpion tries to clinch but Blackmane 🐺 is having none of it.
Scorpion lands a jab to the nose.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a push kick but Scorpion slaps the foot to one side.
Blackmane 🐺 blocks a head kick by Scorpion.
Scorpion avoids a kick to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion tries to score with a low kick but Blackmane 🐺 moves his leg out of the way.
Scorpion tries to clinch up but Blackmane 🐺 circles away and keeps his distance.#CL#
Scorpion clinches.
Blackmane 🐺 has a couple of punches blocked by Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a shoulder strike.
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 Silva Scorpion will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Scorpion lands a glancing blow to the side of Blackmane 🐺 's head.
A swing and a miss from Scorpion.
Scorpion is looking to chop away at Blackmane 🐺 's legs.
A nice side step and Blackmane 🐺 releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Scorpion feints and then cracks Blackmane 🐺 's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Blackmane 🐺 down.
Scorpion tests Blackmane 🐺 's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Scorpion moves out of range of the strikes.
Blackmane 🐺 loads up on a big right hand but Scorpion slips the punch.
Scorpion comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #CL#
Scorpion has taken the fight to the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Blackmane 🐺 .
Scorpion blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Scorpion lands an uppercut.
Scorpion throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Blackmane 🐺 s head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A short body shot lands from Blackmane 🐺 as the two fighters clinch.
Scorpion has a couple of punches blocked by Blackmane 🐺 . #BC#
Scorpion escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a shot to the body.
Blackmane 🐺 checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.#T1#
Scorpion connects with the punch.
Blackmane 🐺 on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Scorpion is looking to chop away at Blackmane 🐺 's legs.
Nice defenses there by Scorpion.
Blackmane 🐺 circles away from the clinch attempt.
A jab from Scorpion misses.
Scorpion backing away here, and Blackmane 🐺 unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
A bone on bone clash there as Blackmane 🐺 blocks the leg kick.
Scorpion avoids a kick to the body.
Scorpion is looking to counter punch.
Blackmane 🐺 scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Blackmane 🐺 takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Scorpion looks to throw a body kick
and Blackmane 🐺 counters with a slapping leg kick.
Scorpion tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Good leg kick by Scorpion.
Scorpion misses the shot to the body.
Scorpion misses with a jab, cross combination.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Scorpion takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Blackmane 🐺 moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Scorpion misses with a wild body shot.
Blackmane 🐺 digs a good hook to Scorpion's body. #T2#
Blackmane 🐺 checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Blackmane 🐺 looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a few strikes there.
A big left from Blackmane 🐺 misses.
Blackmane 🐺 scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Scorpion doesn't seem bothered though.
Blackmane 🐺 swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Scorpion bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Ragnar Blackmane 🐺 seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Blackmane 🐺 checks a leg kick.
Scorpion on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a push kick but Scorpion slaps the foot to one side.
Blackmane 🐺 chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Scorpion can pounce on him.
A slapping leg kick lands for Scorpion.
Blackmane 🐺 lands with a straight right. Scorpion didn't see that one coming.
Scorpion takes a swing at Blackmane 🐺 's ribcage but misses.
Blackmane 🐺 lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Scorpion at a distance. #CL#
Scorpion clinches with his opponent.
Blackmane 🐺 's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Scorpion takes an elbow to the forehead. #CUT2#It looks like Silva Scorpion has been cut.
Blackmane 🐺 is leaning against Scorpion and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Scorpion misses with a punch to the body. #T3#
Scorpion keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Blackmane 🐺 's efforts to push away.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Scorpion scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Blackmane 🐺 is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
Scorpion struggles to land a body shot inside as Blackmane 🐺 controls his hands. #BC#
Scorpion pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Blackmane 🐺 tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Scorpion loads up on a big right hand but Blackmane 🐺 slips the punch.
Scorpion connects with a body shot that sends Blackmane 🐺 's belly button to the back.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Scorpion, as that shot connected.
Blackmane 🐺 throws an overhand right that lands on Scorpion's shoulder, as Scorpion tries to avoid the shot.
Scorpion bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Scorpion bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Scorpion lands with a cross.
Blackmane 🐺 bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Blackmane 🐺 wants to land a leg kick but Scorpion is out of range.
Scorpion ducks right into an uppercut from Blackmane 🐺 . #T4#
Scorpion moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Scorpion lands with a nice combination. Blackmane 🐺 backs away looking to recover.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Scorpion swings for the body but Blackmane 🐺 moves out of range.
Scorpion fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Blackmane 🐺 .
Blackmane 🐺 tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A slow jab from Scorpion misses its intended target.
Scorpion misses with a low kick.
Sloppy strikes from Scorpion. Those never looked like landing.
Blackmane 🐺 turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a big shot that misses.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a front kick aimed at Scorpion's knee but Scorpion avoids it well.
Blackmane 🐺 looks for the body kick but Scorpion saw that one coming.
Blackmane 🐺 scores with a sloppy right hand. Scorpion should have avoided that one.
Blackmane 🐺 tries to bum rush Scorpion with a series of wild strikes but Scorpion uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion throws a jab when Blackmane 🐺 was well out of range.
Scorpion walks into a stiff left hand from Blackmane 🐺 .
Blackmane 🐺 fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Scorpion on the side of the head.
Scorpion throws a looping overhand right but Blackmane 🐺 ducks down to avoid it.
Scorpion throws a right and a left that both miss.
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 Silva Scorpion will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Silva Scorpion's cut.
That's time! Scorpion's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R3#
Blackmane 🐺 moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Blackmane 🐺 slips a straight right by Scorpion.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a big counter head kick but Scorpion avoids it with no problem.
Scorpion looks to throw the jab but Blackmane 🐺 is out of range.
Blackmane 🐺 tries a quick counter leg kick but Scorpion is wise to it.
Blackmane 🐺 tried to score with a low kick but Scorpion checks it.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a low kick but Scorpion moves out of range easily.
Scorpion misses with a hook
and Blackmane 🐺 counters with an outside leg kick.
Scorpion lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Blackmane 🐺 circles away quickly and effectively.
Blackmane 🐺 lands a nice hook to Scorpion's body. Scorpion takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a wild body shot.
Scorpion checks a leg kick.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a sloppy head kick and Scorpion moves out of range easily.
Blackmane 🐺 stuns Scorpion with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a leg kick that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scorpion scores with a hook to the body. Blackmane 🐺 takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Blackmane 🐺 throws the kick towards the body but Scorpion avoids it.
Blackmane 🐺 's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Scorpion connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Blackmane 🐺 scrambles back to his feet.
Jab, jab by Scorpion - just one landing.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Scorpion fails in his attempt to clinch.
Blackmane 🐺 steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Scorpion.#T1#
Scorpion moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Scorpion throws out a loose jab but Blackmane 🐺 uses good head movement to avoid it.
Blackmane 🐺 looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a low kick as Scorpion jumps back.
It looked like Scorpion wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Scorpion connects with an inside leg kick.
Blackmane 🐺 ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scorpion moves away.
Scorpion throws a sloppy body shot
and Blackmane 🐺 counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
A jab from Scorpion finds it's way through Blackmane 🐺 's defenses.
Scorpion feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Blackmane 🐺 s jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Blackmane 🐺 displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Scorpion throws out the jab.
A jab from Blackmane 🐺 misses.
Scorpion does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Good work by Scorpion as he checks the leg kick.
Scorpion throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Blackmane 🐺 .
Blackmane 🐺 takes a swing at Scorpion's ribcage but misses.
Scorpion tries to close the distance and clinch but Blackmane 🐺 swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Some bone on bone action there as Blackmane 🐺 checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Blackmane 🐺 uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Scorpion.
Scorpion is looking to clinch. #T2#
Blackmane 🐺 just misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion throws an overhand right that lands on Blackmane 🐺 's shoulder, as Blackmane 🐺 tries to avoid the shot.
Blackmane 🐺 looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Blackmane 🐺 closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Scorpion takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Blackmane 🐺 lands with a nice body kick.
Scorpion tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
The crowd cheers as Scorpion lands an impressive looking overhand right. Blackmane 🐺 doesn't seem phased though.
Blackmane 🐺 tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Scorpion throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Blackmane 🐺 feints a counter leg kick.
Scorpion connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Scorpion drops his hands momentarily and Blackmane 🐺 takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Scorpion connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Blackmane 🐺 momentarily.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a hook to the side of Scorpion's head but Scorpion sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a nice inside leg kick.
Scorpion throws a leg kick which misses Blackmane 🐺 's front leg but catches the back leg as Blackmane 🐺 tries to avoid it.
Scorpion steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Blackmane 🐺 .
Scorpion throws a push kick but Blackmane 🐺 slaps the foot to one side. #T3#
Scorpion moves out of range of the strikes.
Blackmane 🐺 has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Scorpion misses with a wild body shot.
Blackmane 🐺 lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Scorpion at a distance.
Blackmane 🐺 will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Scorpion scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Blackmane 🐺 changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a body kick.
Scorpion moves out of range of the strikes.
Blackmane 🐺 lands the left hand.
Scorpion tries to score with a low kick but Blackmane 🐺 moves his leg out of the way.
Scorpion ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Scorpion fails to land with a series of punches.
Scorpion throws a chopping leg kick but Blackmane 🐺 manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Blackmane 🐺 blocks a jab.
Scorpion connects with a single shot there.
Blackmane 🐺 misses the shot to the body.
Scorpion appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Scorpion throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Blackmane 🐺 swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Scorpion takes a jab right on the kisser. #T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scorpion keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #CL#
Scorpion takes the fight into the clinch.
Scorpion throws a punch but it's blocked by Blackmane 🐺 . #BC#
Scorpion escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Scorpion moves out of range of the strikes.
Scorpion throwing a counter right hand but Blackmane 🐺 manages to avoid it.
Scorpion connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Blackmane 🐺 momentarily.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Blackmane 🐺 .
Scorpion lands an overhand right.
Blackmane 🐺 jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Blackmane 🐺 blocks a leg kick.
Blackmane 🐺 lands a right hook to the body.
Blackmane 🐺 scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Scorpion throws a looping overhand right but Blackmane 🐺 ducks down to avoid it.
Blackmane 🐺 fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Scorpion checks it well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Ragnar Blackmane 🐺 just about did enough to take it.
The cut man is working on Silva Scorpion's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R4#
Blackmane 🐺 takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Scorpion goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Scorpion tries to clinch but Blackmane 🐺 is having none of it.
Scorpion chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Blackmane 🐺 can pounce on him.
Blackmane 🐺 getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Blackmane 🐺 fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Scorpion is out of range.
Scorpion looks to score with a jab to the body but Blackmane 🐺 is just out of range.
Scorpion keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Blackmane 🐺 .
Blackmane 🐺 looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Scorpion throws a nice looking combination but Blackmane 🐺 bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Scorpion moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Blackmane 🐺 takes a shot right to the bread basket.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scorpion throws a body shot but no joy.
Scorpion on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
A cross from Scorpion lands.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Scorpion pivots, looking for a leg kick but Blackmane 🐺 is out of range and Scorpion settles back down.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a shot from downtown. Scorpion moves away and avoids it.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a leg kick but Scorpion sees it coming and moves out of range. #T1#
Scorpion misses with an attempted mid kick.
A nice leg kick lands there from Scorpion.
A solid leg kick lands there for Scorpion.
Blackmane 🐺 scores with a push kick.
Blackmane 🐺 cracks Scorpion with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Blackmane 🐺 lands with a shot to the body.
Blackmane 🐺 scoring well with a low kick there.
Blackmane 🐺 tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Scorpion fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Blackmane 🐺 manages to avoid it.
Scorpion lands a head kick. Blackmane 🐺 smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Scorpion.
A slow jab from Blackmane 🐺 misses its intended target.
Nice straight punches there by Blackmane 🐺 . You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Blackmane 🐺 .
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!
Blackmane 🐺 dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Scorpion. That did some damage!
Scorpion throws the kick towards the body but Blackmane 🐺 avoids it.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a jab, cross combination.
Blackmane 🐺 lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#T2#
Scorpion takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a low kick.
Scorpion tried to counter with a leg kick but Blackmane 🐺 avoided it.
Blackmane 🐺 lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Scorpion at a distance.
Scorpion throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #CL#
Scorpion clinches.
A nice right hand lands inside from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands an uppercut.
Blackmane 🐺 scores with a nice hook to the head.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Scorpion avoids the elbow strike from Blackmane 🐺 , against the ropes. #BC2#
Blackmane 🐺 breaks the clinch.
Blackmane 🐺 avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Scorpion misses with the combination.
Scorpion thows a left - swing and a miss! #T3#
A shot to the liver by Scorpion. Beautiful body shot.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a body shot.
Blackmane 🐺 thuds his right hand into Scorpion's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with an uppercut.
Scorpion darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
A solid leg kick lands there for Scorpion.
Blackmane 🐺 doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Blackmane 🐺 shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Scorpion checks a leg kick.
Scorpion misses the shot to the body.
Blackmane 🐺 bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Scorpion lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Blackmane 🐺 pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Scorpion slips under a jab from Blackmane 🐺 .
Scorpion appears to be looking for a big counter.
Scorpion lands a nice leg kick that just misses Blackmane 🐺 's sensitive parts.
Blackmane 🐺 fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Scorpion manages to avoid it.
Scorpion scores with a nice strike.#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Scorpion needs to keep his hands up - Blackmane 🐺 had a free shot at his head there.
Blackmane 🐺 lands a nice shot that snaps Scorpion's head back.
Blackmane 🐺 ducks under a wild hook from Scorpion.
Blackmane 🐺 fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Scorpion has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Scorpion lands a nice hook to Blackmane 🐺 's body. Blackmane 🐺 takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a body shot but no joy.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a jab when Scorpion was well out of range.
Blackmane 🐺 lands with a good body shot.
Scorpion scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Blackmane 🐺 fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Scorpion manages to avoid it.
A telegraphed right hand from Scorpion misses the target.
Scorpion lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Blackmane 🐺 missing with a left hand there. Scorpion was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion checks the leg kick.
Blackmane 🐺 moves away from the strike by Scorpion.
Scorpion ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Blackmane 🐺 lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Scorpion tries to clinch but Blackmane 🐺 is having none of it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Ragnar Blackmane 🐺 will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Silva Scorpion's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R5#
Scorpion misses with a looping left.
Blackmane 🐺 swinging wildly here.
Scorpion feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Blackmane 🐺 s jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Scorpion moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Scorpion uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Blackmane 🐺 .
Blackmane 🐺 throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Good work by Blackmane 🐺 as he checks the leg kick.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a head kick but Scorpion moves out of range.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a head kick but Scorpion moves out of range.
Blackmane 🐺 walks into a straight right hand from Scorpion.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scorpion lands with a thumping leg kick.
Blackmane 🐺 has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Scorpion.
Nice shot lands for Scorpion.
Scorpion takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Scorpion chopping away at his opponent's legs.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Blackmane 🐺 cracks Scorpion with a good jab.#T1#
Scorpion walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Blackmane 🐺 checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Scorpion throws a body punch but Blackmane 🐺 moves out of range.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a body punch but Scorpion moves out of range.
Scorpion will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a quick inside leg kick.
A left lands for Blackmane 🐺 .
Blackmane 🐺 does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Scorpion moves out of range as Blackmane 🐺 strikes.
Blackmane 🐺 connects with a body shot.
Scorpion is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Blackmane 🐺 .
Scorpion backing away here, and Blackmane 🐺 unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Scorpion works Blackmane 🐺 's body with a nice hook.
Scorpion fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a head kick but Scorpion moves out of range.
Blackmane 🐺 motions for Scorpion to come forward. Blackmane 🐺 throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Blackmane 🐺 swings for the body but Scorpion moves out of range.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a head kick.
Scorpion uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Blackmane 🐺 .
Blackmane 🐺 tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#T2#
Scorpion defending well as Blackmane 🐺 loads up on a big left hand.
Blackmane 🐺 is looking to land body kicks.
Scorpion blocks a head kick by Blackmane 🐺 .
Scorpion appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Blackmane 🐺 is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Blackmane 🐺 waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Scorpion.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a sloppy head kick and Scorpion moves out of range easily.
Scorpion scores with a jab to the head.
Scorpion feints and then cracks Blackmane 🐺 's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Blackmane 🐺 down.
Scorpion keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Scorpion slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a nice head kick!
The fighters circling - Scorpion throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Blackmane 🐺 ! But no joy.
Scorpion lands a nice leg kick that just misses Blackmane 🐺 's sensitive parts.
Scorpion moves away from the strike by Blackmane 🐺 .
Scorpion takes a swing at Blackmane 🐺 's ribcage but misses.
Scorpion moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromBlackmane 🐺 .
Blackmane 🐺 takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Scorpion throws a one two combo.
Blackmane 🐺 scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Scorpion doesn't seem bothered though. #T3#
Scorpion misses with a wild body shot.
Blackmane 🐺 scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Scorpion takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Scorpion tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Blackmane 🐺 manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Blackmane 🐺 throws out a counter right but Scorpion avoids it with no problem.
Blackmane 🐺 avoids the body shot from Scorpion.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a front kick aimed at Scorpion's knee but Scorpion avoids it well.
Blackmane 🐺 just misses with a punch to the body.
A big left from Blackmane 🐺 misses.
Scorpion throws a push kick but Blackmane 🐺 slaps the foot to one side.
Blackmane 🐺 looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a head kick that misses.
Blackmane 🐺 connects with the punch.
Scorpion scores with a nice strike.
Scorpion misses with a head kick.
Scorpion throws a big shot that misses.
Scorpion tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Blackmane 🐺 is able to avoid easily.
Scorpion lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Scorpion looks to throw the jab but Blackmane 🐺 is out of range. #T4#
Blackmane 🐺 throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL#
Scorpion forces Blackmane 🐺 back against the ropes and clinches.
Scorpion fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Blackmane 🐺 .
Blackmane 🐺 softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Come on Scorpion - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Scorpion blocks an uppercut.
Scorpion lands a body shot. #BC2#
Blackmane 🐺 pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Scorpion throws a jab but it's blocked by Blackmane 🐺 .
Blackmane 🐺 replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Scorpion blocks it well.
Blackmane 🐺 scores with a three punch combo!
Blackmane 🐺 ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#CL#
Scorpion moves into the clinch.
Silva Scorpion has scored more points in the clinch so far.
A bit of stalling here from Scorpion.
Blackmane 🐺 swings wildly with an uppercut but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Blackmane 🐺 .

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 47:48
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 47:48
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 47:48

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ragnar Blackmane 🐺 !

Post fight, Ragnar Blackmane 🐺 took to the microphone: 'HoWwwwwlllllll.'.

 

Event: EK 9_ABSOLUTE ULTRAVIOLENCE     
Date:   Aug 15, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
La De Hoya misses with a body kick.
La De Hoya throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
La De Hoya tries to work over Scorpion's front leg with a kick but Scorpion checks it.
Scorpion scores with a hook.
La De Hoya ducks under a wild hook from Scorpion.
Nice body punch from La De Hoya.
La De Hoya checks a leg kick.
Scorpion misses with an uppercut. La De Hoya saw that one coming.#CL2#
La De Hoya clinches up against the ropes.
Scorpion stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Scorpion scores with an uppercut up the middle.
La De Hoya tries a body shot but Scorpion blocks it.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
La De Hoya creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Scorpion's defenses.
A nice glancing elbow lands by La De Hoya. #CUT2#It looks like Silva Scorpion has been cut.
La De Hoya with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scorpion managing to block the knees to the body from La De Hoya.
Scorpion blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
La De Hoya lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Scorpion backwards.
Scorpion gets through La De Hoya's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
La De Hoya throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Scorpion's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Scorpion throws a head punch that misses. #T1#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Scorpion.
La De Hoya missing with knees to the body.
La De Hoya unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Scorpion blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
La De Hoya lands a body punch.
A short uppercut from Scorpion.
Scorpion avoids a wild elbow strike from La De Hoya.
Scorpion makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
La De Hoya lands a nice knee to the body.
Scorpion takes a knee to the side of the body.
Scorpion is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
Scorpion makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Scorpion scores with a shot to the side of La De Hoya's head.
La De Hoya misses with an elbow strike.
La De Hoya unloads a knee to the mid-section.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
La De Hoya is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Scorpion is defending well for now.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Scorpion.
La De Hoya pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the ropes.
La De Hoya lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #T2#
A short left from La De Hoya.
La De Hoya lands an elbow that stopped Scorpion in his tracks for a moment.
Scorpion goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Scorpion struggles to land a body shot inside as La De Hoya controls his hands.
La De Hoya lands a nice knee to the body.
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
La De Hoya lands a damaging elbow.
La De Hoya lands a knee to the head.
Scorpion takes a knee to the side of the body.
Scorpion throws a head punch that misses.
Scorpion swings wildly with an uppercut but La De Hoya uses good head movement to avoid it.
La De Hoya misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Scorpion. #BC#
Scorpion pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
La De Hoya's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and La De Hoya duly obliges.
Scorpion throws a body shot but no joy.
La De Hoya stuns Scorpion with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Scorpion shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
La De Hoya avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from La De Hoya! But no joy.
Scorpion slips a jab from La De Hoya.
Scorpion swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#T3#
La De Hoya moves in looking to clinch but Scorpion pushes him off.
La De Hoya checks a low kick from Scorpion.
La De Hoya looking to land some kicks to the body here.
La De Hoya connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Scorpion momentarily.
La De Hoya ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scorpion moves away.
La De Hoya lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
A looping hook to the body misses from Scorpion. La De Hoya does a little dance to reset his feet.
Scorpion looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Scorpion connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Some bone on bone action there as La De Hoya checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
La De Hoya ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scorpion moves away.
La De Hoya throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Scorpion misses with a looping right.
That kick from Scorpion tenderised La De Hoya's leg. La De Hoya is trying to keep his angry face on.
Scorpion keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Scorpion misses with a two punch combination.
Scorpion takes a swing at La De Hoya's ribcage but misses.
Scorpion wants to clinch up but La De Hoya keeps it at a distance.
A shot to the liver by La De Hoya. Beautiful body shot.
Scorpion chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before La De Hoya can pounce on him.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
La De Hoya looks for the body kick but Scorpion saw that one coming.
Scorpion connects with a jab.#T4#
A nice combination there by La De Hoya.
La De Hoya misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A jab from La De Hoya misses.
Scorpion blocks a low kick nicely.
Scorpion was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Scorpion misses the shot to the body.
Scorpion scores with a leg kick.
La De Hoya has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Scorpion.
La De Hoya misses with an attempted mid kick.
A nice leg kick from La De Hoya, right into the meat of the thigh.
La De Hoya tries to clinch up.
La De Hoya checks the leg kick nicely there.
La De Hoya takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
La De Hoya tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
La De Hoya tries to close the distance and clinch but Scorpion swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
An inside leg kick from Scorpion misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
La De Hoya throws a big shot that misses.
Scorpion throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Scorpion connects with a crisp jab.
Scorpion with a nice cross.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Scorpion misses with an uppercut.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Marious La De Hoya dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Silva Scorpion's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
La De Hoya tries to close the distance and clinch but Scorpion swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
La De Hoya throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand. #CL2#
La De Hoya moves into range and clinches up with Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with a hook from the clinch.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but La De Hoya avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes.
Scorpion avoiding damage as La De Hoya throws knees to the body.
La De Hoya throws an elbow that misses.
Scorpion blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
La De Hoya using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Marious La De Hoya seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
La De Hoya working aggressively here.
Scorpion misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion has a couple of punches blocked by La De Hoya.
Scorpion tries to work over La De Hoya's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC#
Scorpion escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for La De Hoya. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scorpion connects with a leg kick.
Scorpion swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Scorpion cracks La De Hoya with a good jab.
Nice shot lands for La De Hoya.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
La De Hoya misses with a body kick.
La De Hoya jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Scorpion feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Scorpion throws a sloppy head kick and La De Hoya moves out of range easily.
La De Hoya only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Marious La De Hoya seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T1#
La De Hoya tries a head kick but it misses.
La De Hoya scores with a head kick. Scorpion tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
La De Hoya tries to clinch but Scorpion moves out of range.
Some bone on bone action there as Scorpion checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. #CL#
Scorpion has closed the distance and engaged La De Hoya in a clinch.
La De Hoya throws an elbow but it misses.
Scorpion can't find room to land a body shot as La De Hoya controls the action.
The referee calls for Scorpion to work.
La De Hoya lands a nice uppercut.
Scorpion looking to stall. #BC#
Scorpion manages to break the clinch.
La De Hoya scores with a kick to the midsection.
A telegraphed right hand from Scorpion misses the target.
La De Hoya just misses with a punch to the body.
La De Hoya scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Scorpion waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract La De Hoya.
La De Hoya tries a quick counter leg kick but Scorpion is wise to it.
Scorpion with a body punch. A glancing blow.
La De Hoya tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T2#
Scorpion steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from La De Hoya. That one must have hurt.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
La De Hoya throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from La De Hoya.
La De Hoya has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Scorpion takes a kick to the side of the head.
La De Hoya checks a low kick from Scorpion.
Scorpion bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps La De Hoya's head backwards.
Scorpion takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
La De Hoya turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
La De Hoya tries a head kick but it misses.
La De Hoya fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#CL2#
La De Hoya clinches with his opponent. #BC#
Scorpion breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Scorpion throws the kick towards the body but La De Hoya avoids it.
Scorpion displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as La De Hoya throws out the jab.
Scorpion misses with a right hand
and La De Hoya counters with a nice kick to the body.
La De Hoya tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Scorpion was well out of range. Poor timing from La De Hoya.
Scorpion moves in looking to clinch but La De Hoya pushes him off.
Scorpion uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by La De Hoya.
Scorpion catches La De Hoya with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
A nice leg kick from La De Hoya, right into the meat of the thigh. #T3#
Scorpion tries to land a leg kick but La De Hoya saw it coming and moves away.
Good leg kick by Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a sloppy head kick and La De Hoya moves out of range easily.
La De Hoya misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Scorpion.
Nice cross by La De Hoya.
A slow jab from Scorpion misses its intended target.
La De Hoya throws a shot from downtown. Scorpion moves away and avoids it.
La De Hoya tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #CL2#
La De Hoya closes the distance and pushes Scorpion back into the ropes.
A quick uppercut on the inside from La De Hoya.
La De Hoya is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Scorpion is defending well for now.
Scorpion swings away with an uppercut that misses.
La De Hoya throws an elbow but it misses.
Scorpion pushes La De Hoya back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Scorpion on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
La De Hoya looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Scorpion lands a left hand that snaps the head of La De Hoya backwards.
Scorpion wants to get back to striking at distance but La De Hoya won't allow it.
Scorpion blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
La De Hoya throws an elbow that misses.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC#
Scorpion pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
La De Hoya misses with a hook. Scorpion ducked under it nicely.
La De Hoya loads up on a big right hand but Scorpion slips the punch.
An inside leg kick lands from Scorpion.
La De Hoya takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Scorpion misses the shot to the body.
A big right from La De Hoya misses.
Scorpion is looking to clinch but La De Hoya is avoiding it.
La De Hoya now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
La De Hoya swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
La De Hoya misses with a low kick.
La De Hoya misses with a hook. Scorpion ducked under it nicely.
La De Hoya slips a jab from Scorpion.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
La De Hoya checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
La De Hoya tries to land a front kick but Scorpion steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Scorpion throws a low kick but it's checked well by La De Hoya.
Scorpion avoids a kick to the body.
Scorpion lands a nice leg kick that just misses La De Hoya's sensitive parts.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Marious La De Hoya showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Silva Scorpion's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R3#
A jab from La De Hoya misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Scorpion. La De Hoya does a little dance to reset his feet.
Scorpion lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Scorpion throws a hook but La De Hoya blocks it.
A low kick from Scorpion is predictable there
and La De Hoya counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
La De Hoya checks a low kick from Scorpion.
La De Hoya throws an overhand right that lands on Scorpion's shoulder, as Scorpion tries to avoid the shot.
A little feinted left hand from Scorpion on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Scorpion avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Scorpion was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
La De Hoya takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
The fighters circle momentarily. Scorpion darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
La De Hoya's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Scorpion tries a low kick but La De Hoya avoids it.
La De Hoya avoids the body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with a straight left.
La De Hoya connects with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scorpion tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but La De Hoya was well out of range. Poor timing from Scorpion.
La De Hoya with the inside leg kick.
Scorpion throws a quick inside leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from La De Hoya. Scorpion does a little dance to reset his feet.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
La De Hoya connects with a solid leg kick.
Scorpion moves out of range of the strikes.#T1#
Scorpion chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before La De Hoya can pounce on him.
La De Hoya is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Scorpion is looking to counter punch.
La De Hoya circles away from the clinch attempt.
La De Hoya is looking to clinch.
And Scorpion counters with a quick kick to the body but La De Hoya blocks it.
La De Hoya misses with a body shot.
La De Hoya thows a body kick. Scorpion tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Scorpion fails with an attempt to clinch.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Scorpion checks a leg kick.
Scorpion throws the left hand but La De Hoya avoids the punch easily.
A slapping body kick lands there for La De Hoya.
La De Hoya moves out of range as Scorpion strikes.
La De Hoya misses with a hook.
La De Hoya throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
La De Hoya is looking to clinch.
Scorpion catches La De Hoya with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
La De Hoya lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Scorpion lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A telegraphed right hand from Scorpion misses the target.
La De Hoya scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#T2#
La De Hoya wants to clinch up but Scorpion keeps it at a distance.
La De Hoya takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Scorpion tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
La De Hoya misses with a body shot.
Scorpion keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from La De Hoya.
A counter left hand to the body from Scorpion misses its target.
La De Hoya avoids the body shot from Scorpion.
Some bone on bone action there as Scorpion checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body but La De Hoya moves away.
La De Hoya looks to land a left hand but Scorpion moved out of range nicely.
Scorpion is looking to score with low kicks.
La De Hoya scoring well with a low kick there.
La De Hoya shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Scorpion has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
La De Hoya misses with an uppercut.
Scorpion throws a nice outside leg kick.
La De Hoya checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
La De Hoya throws a chopping leg kick but Scorpion manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Scorpion is looking to counter punch.
La De Hoya blocks the body kick.
La De Hoya misses with a hook.#T3#
Scorpion misses with a series of wild punches.
La De Hoya throws a leg kick which misses Scorpion's front leg but catches the back leg as Scorpion tries to avoid it.
A shot to the liver by Scorpion. Beautiful body shot.
La De Hoya throws a right and a left that Scorpion avoids nicely.
Scorpion throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
La De Hoya tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Scorpion tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but La De Hoya was well out of range. Poor timing from Scorpion.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from La De Hoya! But no joy.
Scorpion chopping away at his opponent's legs.
La De Hoya moves out of range of the strikes.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from La De Hoya! But no joy.
Scorpion misses with a jab, cross combination.
La De Hoya connects with the punch.
La De Hoya tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
La De Hoya looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
La De Hoya looks to land a body kick but Scorpion moved away.
La De Hoya throws a right and a left that Scorpion avoids nicely.
Scorpion with a nice cross.#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A good leg kick by La De Hoya.
La De Hoya has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from La De Hoya there as he acknowledges the shot.
La De Hoya connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
La De Hoya fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Scorpion is out of range.
Scorpion misses with an attempted mid kick.
La De Hoya throws a half hearted mid kick.
La De Hoya misses with a low kick.#CL2#
La De Hoya gets a clinch.
Scorpion tries to work over La De Hoya's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Scorpion misses with a hook from the clinch.
A short left from Scorpion.
Scorpion avoiding damage as La De Hoya throws knees to the body.
La De Hoya lands a hook that snaps the head of Scorpion backwards. #BC#
Scorpion breaks from the clinch.
La De Hoya throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Scorpion wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
The fighters circling - Scorpion throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
La De Hoya tries to counter with a clinch but Scorpion shakes him off and moves away.
La De Hoya lands a nice hook to Scorpion's body. Scorpion takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Marious La De Hoya just about did enough to take it.
The cut man is working on Silva Scorpion's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R4#
Scorpion throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck La De Hoya on the side of the head.
Scorpion scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
La De Hoya throws a leg kick but Scorpion checks it.
La De Hoya loads up on a big right hand but Scorpion slips the punch.
La De Hoya tries to clinch there but Scorpion circles away.
Scorpion with the inside leg kick.
La De Hoya bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
La De Hoya chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Scorpion can pounce on him.
Scorpion checks a low kick from La De Hoya.
La De Hoya moves into range and lands a nice body kick. #CL#
Scorpion moves into the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for La De Hoya.
Scorpion misses with some punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Scorpion.
Scorpion on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
La De Hoya landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
La De Hoya creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
With the two fighters working up against the ropes, La De Hoya just misses with a elbow thrown towards Scorpion's brow.
This has been an exciting period of action!
With the two fighters working up against the ropes, La De Hoya just misses with a elbow thrown towards Scorpion's brow. #T1#
Scorpion throws a head punch that misses.
La De Hoya scores a nice knee to the body.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
La De Hoya lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Scorpion avoiding damage as La De Hoya throws knees to the body.
La De Hoya missing with knees to the body.
Scorpion blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Scorpion misses with a punch on the inside.
Scorpion blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Scorpion blocks an elbow strike.
Scorpion misses with a hook to the ribs.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
La De Hoya tries to land knees in the clinch but Scorpion avoids the damage to the body.
La De Hoya digs a right hand underneath Scorpion's ribcage. Scorpion let out a lung full of air as it connected.
La De Hoya trying to land knees to the body.
Scorpion misses with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Scorpion is trying to stall.
Scorpion swings wildly with an uppercut but La De Hoya uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
Nice elbow from La De Hoya. #BC#
Scorpion breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
La De Hoya throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Scorpion throws a head kick that misses.
Scorpion is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by La De Hoya.
La De Hoya misses the shot to the body.
La De Hoya walks into a left hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Scorpion with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling La De Hoya to score with a decent uppercut.
Scorpion throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
La De Hoya connects with a high kick.
Nice defenses there by La De Hoya.
Scorpion lands a leg kick that knocks La De Hoya off balance momentarily.
Scorpion scoring well with a low kick there.
Scorpion fakes high and swings low for a body shot but La De Hoya manages to avoid it.
La De Hoya throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Scorpion misses the shot to the body.
Scorpion shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. #T3#
Scorpion throws an off balance right hand
and La De Hoya counters with a nice leg kick.
A slapping leg kick lands for Scorpion.
La De Hoya lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
La De Hoya scoring well with a low kick there.
La De Hoya swings and misses with a hook to the body.
La De Hoya throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Scorpion scores with a one two! La De Hoya had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
La De Hoya connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
La De Hoya cracks Scorpion with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the ropes.
La De Hoya lands with a shot to the body.
Scorpion with the inside leg kick.
Scorpion scoring well with a low kick there.
La De Hoya pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
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#
La De Hoya gets tackled into the ropes by Scorpion. Scorpion maintains the clinch.
La De Hoya trying to land knees to the body.
La De Hoya lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Scorpion misses with a hook to the ribs.
Scorpion lands on the inside with an uppercut. #T4#
La De Hoya blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
La De Hoya misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Scorpion.
Scorpion blocks an elbow strike.#BC#
Scorpion manages to break the clinch.
Scorpion scores with a punch to the head.
Scorpion tries to work over La De Hoya's front leg with a kick but La De Hoya checks it.
La De Hoya takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Scorpion takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
La De Hoya looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Scorpion with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
La De Hoya throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
La De Hoya drops his hands momentarily and Scorpion takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Scorpion throws a head kick that misses.
Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid the hook from La De Hoya.
La De Hoya thuds a left hand into Scorpion's body.
A leg kick checked by La De Hoya.
Scorpion scores with a sloppy right hand. La De Hoya should have avoided that one.
La De Hoya is looking to clinch.
An inside leg kick lands from La De Hoya.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Silva Scorpion will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Silva Scorpion's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
Scorpion moves out of range of the strikes.
Scorpion connects with a right hand. La De Hoya shakes it off.
La De Hoya takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Scorpion moves into range and connects with a jab.
Scorpion slips under a jab.
Scorpion misses with a head kick.
La De Hoya swats away the attempt to clinch by Scorpion.
Scorpion avoids the body shot from La De Hoya.
Scorpion throwing a counter right hand but La De Hoya manages to avoid it.
Scorpion needs to keep his hands up - La De Hoya had a free shot at his head there.
A head kick misses from La De Hoya.
A nice combination there by La De Hoya.
La De Hoya pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
La De Hoya throws a body punch but Scorpion moves out of range.
Scorpion lands with a shot to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A slapping leg kick lands for Scorpion.
La De Hoya connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Scorpion's hands.
Scorpion connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
La De Hoya ducks under a wild hook from Scorpion.#T1#
La De Hoya uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Scorpion.
La De Hoya connects with a body shot that sends Scorpion's belly button to the back.
La De Hoya throws a leg kick that is checked
and Scorpion makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Scorpion throws a hook but La De Hoya blocks it.
La De Hoya avoids a kick to the body.
Scorpion throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
La De Hoya misses with a body shot.
Scorpion scores with a leg kick.
La De Hoya misses with a hook. Scorpion ducked under it nicely.
La De Hoya tries to clinch but Scorpion moves out of range.
Scorpion throws a nice outside leg kick.
La De Hoya avoids the head kick by Scorpion.
La De Hoya swats away the attempt to clinch by Scorpion.
Scorpion with a nice cross.
Scorpion takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
La De Hoya feints and then cracks Scorpion's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Scorpion down.
Scorpion moves out of range of the body kick.
It looked like Scorpion was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from La De Hoya.
Silva Scorpion has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Marious La De Hoya is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
La De Hoya slips under a jab from Scorpion.
La De Hoya was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Scorpion thows a left - swing and a miss!
Scorpion throws a combination but it was largely blocked by La De Hoya.
A little jabbing left from La De Hoya on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
La De Hoya checks a leg kick nicely.
La De Hoya misses with a body shot.
La De Hoya looks to land a body kick but Scorpion moved away.
La De Hoya moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
La De Hoya wants to clinch up but Scorpion keeps it at a distance.
Scorpion cracks La De Hoya with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
La De Hoya moves out of range of the leg kick from Scorpion.
La De Hoya lands a nice looking body kick.
La De Hoya pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Scorpion goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
La De Hoya rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Scorpion moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Scorpion moves out of range of the body kick.
Scorpion lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Scorpion swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Scorpion throws a leg kick but La De Hoya sees it coming and moves out of range. #T3#
Scorpion throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body but La De Hoya moves away.
Scorpion misses with a low kick.
Scorpion throws a hook but La De Hoya avoids it easily.
La De Hoya lands a really nice looking cross but Scorpion seems unphased.
La De Hoya throws a body punch but Scorpion moves out of range.
La De Hoya has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Scorpion takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
La De Hoya shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Scorpion eats them both and turns towards La De Hoya to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Scorpion scores with a kick to the body.
La De Hoya misses with a looping right.
Scorpion fails in his attempt to clinch.
La De Hoya misses with a looping right.
La De Hoya attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Scorpion looks to score with a jab to the body but La De Hoya is just out of range.
La De Hoya wants to counter with a clinch but Scorpion pushes him away.
La De Hoya throws a nice inside leg kick.
La De Hoya tries to land a front kick but Scorpion steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
La De Hoya misses with a head kick.
La De Hoya uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Scorpion.
La De Hoya feints a counter leg kick.#T4#
Scorpion misses with a hook.
La De Hoya avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
La De Hoya scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Scorpion doesn't seem bothered though.
Scorpion throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
La De Hoya will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
La De Hoya lands a leg kick that knocks Scorpion off balance momentarily.
La De Hoya misses with a body shot.
Scorpion swings and misses with a hook to the body.
La De Hoya connects with a single shot there.
Scorpion's corner calls for a 1-2. Scorpion obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Scorpion scores with a body shot.
La De Hoya throws a low kick, looking for Scorpion's leg but Scorpion calmly moves out of range.
Scorpion throws a body punch but La De Hoya moves out of range.
Scorpion throws the kick towards the body but La De Hoya avoids it.
A slapping leg kick lands for La De Hoya.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
La De Hoya scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Marious La De Hoya.
Well La De Hoya 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 45:50
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 45:50
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 47:49

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

Marious La De Hoya is the new featherweight champion!
Marious La De Hoya seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: EK 6_TRANSCENDENCE     
Date:   Jul 25, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Gracie misses with a hook. Scorpion ducked under it nicely.
Gracie scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Scorpion connects with a solid leg kick.
Scorpion scores with a hook.
A big right from Gracie misses.
Scorpion finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Gracie misses with a low kick as Scorpion jumps back.
Gracie throws a nice outside leg kick.
Scorpion keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Gracie moves away.
That kick from Gracie tenderised Scorpion's leg. Scorpion is trying to keep his angry face on.
Scorpion connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Scorpion throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Gracie chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Scorpion misses with a looping left.
Gracie throwing a counter right hand but Scorpion manages to avoid it.
Gracie misses with a wild body shot.
Scorpion scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Scorpion throws a nice inside leg kick.
Gracie scores with a body shot.
Scorpion with a nice cross.
Scorpion throws a leg kick but Gracie checks it.
Gracie motions for Scorpion to come forward. Gracie throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. #T1#
Gracie scores with the left hand. Scorpion knows he should have avoided that one.
Gracie throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Scorpion stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Scorpion takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Gracie sizes up Scorpion with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Scorpion checks a leg kick.
Scorpion checks the leg kick nicely there.
Scorpion lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Gracie misses with an uppercut.
Silva Scorpion seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gracie takes a swing at Scorpion's ribcage but misses.
Scorpion takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Scorpion lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Gracie with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Good work by Scorpion as he checks the leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A swing and a miss from Scorpion.
Gracie takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Gracie uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Scorpion.
Scorpion moves out of range of the leg kick from Gracie.
The crowd cheers as Scorpion lands an impressive looking overhand right. Gracie doesn't seem phased though.
Gracie misses with a straight left.
Gracie attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. #T2#
Scorpion misses with a wild combination.
Gracie has been working on his boxing with his coaches at The Origin Of Eternity in the buildup to the fight.
Gracie lands a really nice looking cross but Scorpion seems unphased. #CL2#
Scorpion pushes Gracie up against the ropes in a clinch.#BC#
Gracie manages to break the clinch.
A punch lands to the side of Gracie 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Scorpion throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Gracie throws the kick towards the body but Scorpion avoids it.
Gracie throws an overhand right that lands on Scorpion's shoulder, as Scorpion tries to avoid the shot.
Scorpion punishes Gracie's body with a nice straight punch.
Scorpion throws a lazy right hand but Gracie sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Scorpion throws a head kick that misses.
Gracie checks the leg kick.
A quick step to the side and Gracie tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scorpion misses with a body shot.
Gracie connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Scorpion has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Gracie avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Scorpion motions for Gracie to come forward. Scorpion throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Scorpion takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Scorpion lands an overhand right.
Nice uppercut lands for Scorpion. That snapped Gracie's head back.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Silva Scorpion will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Gracie thows a body kick. Scorpion tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Scorpion walks into a stiff left hand from Gracie.
Scorpion thumps Gracie with a low kick.
Gracie misses the shot to the body.
A jab from Gracie misses.
Scorpion walks into a straight right hand from Gracie.
Scorpion defending well as Gracie loads up on a big left hand.
Scorpion feints and then cracks Gracie's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Gracie down.
Gracie lands a nice looking body shot.
Scorpion cracks Gracie with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Gracie throws a big shot that misses.
Gracie has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Scorpion.
Gracie thows a left - swing and a miss!
Scorpion avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Gracie listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scorpion swings for the body but Gracie moves out of range.
Gracie swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Good leg kick by Scorpion.
Scorpion keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Gracie.
Scorpion throws a body shot but no joy.
Both fighters circling a little - Gracie finishes the exchange with a kick to the body. #T1#
Scorpion scores with a spinning back kick!
Gracie turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
A slapping leg kick lands for Gracie.
A head kick from Scorpion lands but Gracie takes it in his stride.
Scorpion tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Gracie manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Gracie uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with a jab to the body
and Gracie counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Scorpion throws a hook but Gracie blocks it.
A counter left hand to the body from Gracie misses its target.
Scorpion looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Gracie connects with a single shot there.
Gracie tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Gracie backing away here, and Scorpion unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Scorpion throws a jab when Gracie was well out of range.
Scorpion tries to close the distance and clinch up but Gracie swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Scorpion fails in his attempt to clinch.
Gracie throws a body shot but no joy.
Gracie throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Scorpion sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Scorpion appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
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!
Gracie uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Scorpion.
A low kick from Scorpion is predictable there
enabling Gracie to counter with a crisp jab.
Gracie misses with an uppercut. Scorpion saw that one coming.
Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Gracie.
Scorpion throws out a counter right but Gracie avoids it with no problem.#T2#
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Gracie checks a leg kick.
Gracie thows a left - swing and a miss!
Scorpion throws a series of punches but Gracie avoids them all with ease.
Gracie chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Scorpion can pounce on him.
Renato Gracie is winning the standup battle so far.
Scorpion takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Gracie misses with a straight right.
Scorpion throws a quick inside leg kick.
Gracie throws a solid leg kick but Scorpion takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Gracie.
Scorpion missing with a left hand there. Gracie was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Gracie keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
As Scorpion backs away, Gracie returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Gracie looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Gracie looks to score with a jab to the body but Scorpion is just out of range.
Scorpion misses with a hook. Gracie ducked under it nicely.
Gracie catches Scorpion with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion misses with a low kick.
Scorpion walks into a straight right hand from Gracie.
Scorpion throws a half hearted mid kick.
Gracie looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
A big left from Scorpion misses.
Scorpion looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Renato Gracie dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R3#
Gracie scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Scorpion misses with a looping right.
Gracie throws a leg kick but Scorpion checks it.
A chopping leg kick lands by Scorpion.
Gracie tries to move into range but Scorpion moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Scorpion takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Gracie defending well as Scorpion loads up on a big left hand.
Scorpion with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Scorpion uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Gracie.
Gracie throws a leg kick that misses.
Scorpion doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Scorpion steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Gracie.
Gracie moves away from the strike by Scorpion.
Scorpion moves out of range as Gracie strikes.
Scorpion doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Gracie lands with an uppercut that bounces Scorpion off the ropes and back into range.
Scorpion connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Gracie takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Gracie moves into range and connects with a jab.
Gracie moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Gracie feints and then cracks Scorpion's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Scorpion down.
Scorpion looks to land a left hand but Gracie moved out of range nicely.#T1#
Scorpion with a hook.
Gracie lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
A jab from Gracie does it's job there.
Scorpion swings for the body but Gracie moves out of range.
Gracie looks to land a left hand but Scorpion moved out of range nicely.
Scorpion throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
An inside leg kick lands from Gracie.
Scorpion lands a nice leg kick that just misses Gracie's sensitive parts.
Scorpion throws a quick inside leg kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Gracie.
Scorpion throws a nice head kick!
Scorpion steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Gracie.
Scorpion throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Gracie lands a jab to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Scorpion lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Gracie circles away quickly and effectively.
Gracie tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Gracie avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Gracie doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Nice shot by Scorpion.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Gracie. #T2#
Scorpion swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Scorpion scores with a decent looking hook.
Gracie with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Scorpion to score with a decent uppercut.
Gracie slips under a jab.
Gracie does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Scorpion slips under a jab.
Scorpion flicks out a counter leg kick but Gracie steps away.
A nice inside leg kick there by Gracie. That's going to slow Scorpion down.
Gracie scores with a shot to the body.
Gracie chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Scorpion can pounce on him.
Scorpion lands a nice leg kick that just misses Gracie's sensitive parts.
Scorpion avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Scorpion cracks Gracie with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Gracie bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
A slow jab from Scorpion misses its intended target.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Gracie misses with a looping right.
Gracie blocks a leg kick.
Scorpion lands a head shot.
Gracie's jab looks to have found its range, popping Scorpion under the eye.#CL2#
Scorpion moves into the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Silva Scorpion just about did enough to take it.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R4#
Gracie misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Gracie pivots, looking for a leg kick but Scorpion is out of range and Gracie settles back down.
A lazy left from Scorpion finds it's target.
Gracie tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Gracie throws a lazy uppercut
and Scorpion counters with a stiff right hand.
Jab from Scorpion.
Gracie tries to land a leg kick but Scorpion saw it coming and moves away.
Scorpion throws a jab but it's blocked by Gracie.
Scorpion has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
The crowd cheers as Scorpion lands an impressive looking overhand right. Gracie doesn't seem phased though.
Scorpion scoring well with a low kick there.
Gracie bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Scorpion's head.
Gracie walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Scorpion checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Scorpion connects with a body shot that sends Gracie's belly button to the back.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Gracie.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Scorpion tries to bum rush Gracie with a series of wild strikes but Gracie uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Gracie throws a shot from downtown. Scorpion moves away and avoids it.
Gracie tries to move into range but Scorpion moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Scorpion keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Scorpion now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Scorpion lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Gracie at a distance.
Scorpion uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Gracie.#T1#
Gracie scores with the left hand. Scorpion knows he should have avoided that one.
Gracie dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Scorpion. That did some damage!
Scorpion throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Gracie on the side of the head.
Gracie throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Gracie buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Scorpion takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Gracie keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
A jab from Gracie misses.
Gracie swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Scorpion digs a good hook to Gracie's body.
Scorpion misses with a low kick.
Gracie swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Scorpion fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Gracie manages to avoid it.
Scorpion throws an overhand right that lands on Gracie's shoulder, as Gracie tries to avoid the shot.
Scorpion lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Scorpion keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Scorpion waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Gracie.
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!
Scorpion moves out of range as Gracie strikes.
Gracie uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Scorpion's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
A solid leg kick lands there for Gracie. #T2#
Gracie tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Scorpion was well out of range. Poor timing from Gracie.
Gracie looks to score with a jab to the body but Scorpion is just out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Scorpion! But no joy.
Gracie lands the left hand.
Gracie stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Scorpion.
A telegraphed right hand from Gracie misses the target.
A jab from Scorpion finds it's way through Gracie's defenses.
Scorpion looks to throw the jab but Gracie is out of range.
Scorpion throws a looping overhand right but Gracie ducks down to avoid it.
Gracie is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Scorpion moves away from the strike by Gracie.
Nice body punch from Scorpion.
Scorpion avoids a kick to the body.
Nice straight punches there by Scorpion. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Scorpion.
Scorpion throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Gracie throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Gracie throws a lazy right hand but Scorpion sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Scorpion shapes to counter with a head kick.
Gracie slips under a jab from Scorpion.
Scorpion looks to land a combination but Gracie avoids it well.
Gracie connects with the punch.
Gracie scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Silva Scorpion will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
The fighters circling - Gracie throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Gracie is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Scorpion.
Scorpion checks the leg kick.
Scorpion is looking for the big counter here.
Gracie throws out a loose jab but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Gracie throws a jab but it's blocked by Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a nice outside leg kick.
Gracie ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scorpion moves away.
Gracie throws an overhand right that lands on Scorpion's shoulder, as Scorpion tries to avoid the shot.
Scorpion scores with a leg kick.
Gracie throws a right hand that misses
and Scorpion counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Scorpion moves out of range of the leg kick from Gracie.
Nice shot by Scorpion.
The fighters circling - Gracie throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie throws out a loose jab but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scorpion throws a leg kick but Gracie sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Gracie uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Scorpion.
It looked like Gracie wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Gracie uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Scorpion.
Gracie lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Scorpion circles away quickly and effectively.
Gracie misses with a straight right.
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Gracie moves away.#T1#
A solid leg kick lands there for Scorpion.
A nice leg kick from Scorpion, right into the meat of the thigh.
Scorpion lands with a good body shot.
Scorpion moves out of range as Gracie strikes.
Gracie lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Scorpion tries to clinch but Gracie is having none of it.
Gracie half committed to a counter leg kick.
Scorpion is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Gracie waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Scorpion.
Gracie takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Silva Scorpion is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Scorpion takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Gracie avoids the body shot from Scorpion.
Gracie pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Scorpion tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Gracie checks a low kick from Scorpion.
Gracie connects with a jab.
Scorpion scores with a leg kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Scorpion just misses with a punch to the body.
An attempted straight right counter from Gracie misses the target.
Scorpion on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.#T2#
Scorpion throws a leg kick but Gracie moved away.
Gracie has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Scorpion.
Scorpion thuds a left hand into Gracie's body.
Gracie misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Scorpion.
Scorpion only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Scorpion checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Scorpion takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
A nice leg kick from Gracie, right into the meat of the thigh.
Gracie takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Scorpion punishes Gracie's body with a nice straight punch.
Gracie uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Scorpion.
A lazy left from Scorpion finds it's target.
The fighters circling - Gracie throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Gracie moves out of range of the strikes.
Gracie tries to land a leg kick but Scorpion saw it coming and moves away.
Gracie lands a nice shot to the body.
Gracie just misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion misses with a wild body shot.
Renato Gracie has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion lands with a cross.
Gracie with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Silva Scorpion.
Well Scorpion 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 47:49
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 46:49
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 48:48

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Silva Scorpion!

Silva Scorpion is the new lightweight champion!
Silva Scorpion seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: E : 1 - GRACIE vs SCORPION 2     
Date:   Jun 10, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Gracie swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Scorpion! But no joy.
Gracie thumps Scorpion with a low kick.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Gracie on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Gracie throws a chopping leg kick but Scorpion manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Gracie tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Scorpion lands a slapping body shot.
Gracie looks to land a right hand but Scorpion moved out of range.
Gracie throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Scorpion connects with a single shot there.
Scorpion tries to clinch there but Gracie circles away.
Gracie getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Gracie dips to his left and cracks Scorpion with an uppercut!
Scorpion throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Scorpion misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Gracie.
Scorpion jabs Gracie to the body, keeping him at a distance.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scorpion misses with an uppercut. Gracie saw that one coming.
Gracie lands a body shot.
Gracie connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Gracie misses with a body shot.
Scorpion throws a right hand that misses
and Gracie counters with a low kick, right behind Scorpion 's knee.
Gracie steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Scorpion.
Gracie with a body punch. A glancing blow. #T1#
Scorpion moves into range and connects with a jab.
Gracie misses with a low kick.
Gracie misses with a wild body shot.
Scorpion blocks a jab.
Scorpion is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Scorpion connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Gracie's hands.
Scorpion looks to land a right hand but Gracie moved out of range.
Gracie throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Scorpion connects with an inside leg kick.
Gracie takes one to the side of the head.
Scorpion misses with a low kick as Gracie jumps back.
Scorpion defending well as Gracie loads up on a big left hand.
A punch lands to the side of Gracie 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Gracie jabs Scorpion to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Scorpion scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Some bone on bone action there as Gracie checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Gracie swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Scorpion scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Gracie throws a shot from downtown. Scorpion moves away and avoids it.
Scorpion lands a slapping body shot.
Gracie is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Scorpion slips under a jab.
Gracie connects with a body shot that sends Scorpion's belly button to the back.#T2#
Scorpion tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Scorpion throws a leg kick but Gracie sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Gracie throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Scorpion misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Gracie swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Scorpion lands a leg kick that knocks Gracie off balance momentarily.
Scorpion moves out of range of the strikes.
Gracie throws a leg kick but Scorpion moved away.
Gracie throws a leg kick that misses.
Gracie connects with a jab.
A jab from Scorpion misses.
Gracie thuds his right hand into Scorpion's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Gracie lands a jab.
Scorpion buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Scorpion looks to score with a jab to the body but Gracie is just out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Gracie on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Gracie throws out a leg kick but Scorpion moves out of range and Gracie only half commits.
Gracie throws a body shot but no joy.
Gracie takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Scorpion fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Gracie has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Gracie swings and misses with a hook to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Silva Scorpion will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Scorpion throws a series of punches but Gracie avoids them all with ease.
Scorpion throws a right hand that misses
and Gracie counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Scorpion avoids the body shot from Gracie.
A nice side step and Scorpion releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Scorpion looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Gracie connects with a body shot.
Gracie's jab looks to have found its range, popping Scorpion under the eye.
Gracie checks a low kick from Scorpion.
Gracie throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scorpion checks a leg kick.
Gracie slips under a jab from Scorpion.
It looked like Gracie wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Good work by Gracie as he checks the leg kick.
Scorpion tries to clinch but Gracie moves out of range.
Gracie ducks under a wild hook from Scorpion.
Gracie throws a low kick but it's checked well by Scorpion.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Scorpion avoids a kick to the body.
Scorpion with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Gracie just misses with a punch to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Gracie tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Scorpion was well out of range. Poor timing from Gracie.
Gracie throws a quick inside leg kick.
Scorpion uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Gracie.
Gracie is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.#T1#
Scorpion misses with a head kick.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Gracie.
Scorpion's corner calls for a 1-2. Scorpion obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Scorpion avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Gracie tries to land a leg kick but Scorpion saw it coming and moves away.
Scorpion cracks Gracie with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Scorpion is looking to clinch.
Gracie takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Scorpion throws a lazy uppercut
and Gracie counters with a low kick, right behind Scorpion 's knee.
Renato Gracie is winning the standup battle so far.
Gracie misses with a hook. Scorpion ducked under it nicely.
Nice defenses there by Gracie.
Gracie finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Gracie has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Scorpion.
Gracie does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
An inside leg kick from Gracie misses.
Scorpion throws a jab when Gracie was well out of range.
Gracie swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Gracie connects with a good right hand that stumbles Scorpion. Scorpion circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
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!
Gracie scores with a shot to the body.
Gracie stuns Scorpion with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#T2#
Scorpion throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Gracie takes a swing at Scorpion's ribcage but misses.
Gracie throws a lazy right hand but Scorpion sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Scorpion takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Gracie misses with a lunging right hand
and Scorpion counters with a straight right hand.
Gracie looks to score with a jab to the body but Scorpion is just out of range.
Gracie defending well as Scorpion loads up on a big left hand.
Gracie throws a hook to the side of Scorpion's head but Scorpion sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Gracie takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Scorpion thuds a left hand into Gracie's body.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Gracie.
Scorpion on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Gracie. Gracie obviously looking to wear him down.
Scorpion throws a jab but it's blocked by Gracie.
Gracie tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Gracie fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Gracie swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Gracie lunges at Scorpion with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Scorpion's hand.
Gracie looks to throw the jab but Scorpion is out of range.
Scorpion looks to score with a jab to the body but Gracie is just out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Renato Gracie dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R3#
Scorpion pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Gracie back to the ropes. Scorpion follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Gracie blocks a leg kick.
Gracie attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Scorpion takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Silva Scorpion seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gracie avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Gracie throws a low kick but it's checked well by Scorpion.
Scorpion looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Scorpion throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Scorpion moves away from the strike by Gracie.
And Scorpion responds with a good body kick, but Gracie manages to step out the way in time.
Gracie misses with a hook. Scorpion ducked under it nicely.
Gracie throws a low kick but Scorpion moves out of range easily.
Gracie throws a wild body kick that Scorpion sees coming a mile off.
Scorpion fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Gracie has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Gracie throws the left hand but Scorpion avoids the punch easily.
Gracie throws a hook but Scorpion avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie scores with a hook to the body. Scorpion takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Scorpion wants to slow Gracie down by chopping away at his legs.
Scorpion misses with a straight left.
Scorpion checks a leg kick.
Gracie jabs at Scorpion's body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Gracie is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#T1#
Scorpion throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Scorpion cracks Gracie with a right hand to the side of the head.
Scorpion avoids the body shot from Gracie.
Gracie looks to throw the jab but Scorpion is out of range.
Gracie takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Scorpion looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Gracie throws a leg kick but Scorpion sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Scorpion sizes up Gracie with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Scorpion throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Gracie slips under a jab.
Gracie swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Scorpion checks the leg kick nicely there.
Scorpion ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Gracie jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Gracie swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Scorpion finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Scorpion checks a leg kick.
Scorpion lands a jab to the nose.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Gracie misses with a low kick. #T2#
Scorpion goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Scorpion misses the shot to the body.
Gracie scores with a push kick.
Gracie ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Gracie uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Scorpion.
Scorpion bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Scorpion ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A lazy body kick from Scorpion
and Gracie cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Scorpion checks a leg kick nicely.
Gracie avoids the head kick by Scorpion.
Scorpion avoids the body shot from Gracie.
Gracie looks to land a left hand but Scorpion moved out of range nicely.
Gracie throws a leg kick which misses Scorpion's front leg but catches the back leg as Scorpion tries to avoid it.
Scorpion avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Gracie scores with a nice head shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion throws a half hearted mid kick.
Scorpion moves in looking to clinch but Gracie pushes him off.
Scorpion goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Gracie dips to his left and cracks Scorpion with an uppercut!
Gracie throws a lazy right hand but Scorpion sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Silva Scorpion just about did enough to take it.
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.#R4#
Scorpion with the inside leg kick.
Scorpion misses with a hook.
Scorpion stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Gracie.
Gracie takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Scorpion moves out of range of the strikes.
Scorpion turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Scorpion thuds a left hand into Gracie's body.
Gracie swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Gracie throws a leg kick but Scorpion sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Scorpion misses the shot to the body.
Scorpion misses with a few strikes there.
Scorpion wants to slow Gracie down by chopping away at his legs.
Gracie fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scorpion tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Gracie manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Scorpion lands a right hook to the body.
Gracie chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Scorpion can pounce on him.
Scorpion is looking to score with low kicks.
Scorpion takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
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!
Scorpion attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Scorpion cracks Gracie with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#T1#
Gracie uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Gracie throws a half hearted mid kick.
Sloppy strikes from Scorpion. Those never looked like landing.
Scorpion tries to clinch there but Gracie circles away.
Scorpion takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Gracie tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Scorpion was well out of range. Poor timing from Gracie.
A solid body kick from Gracie.
Gracie tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Scorpion was well out of range. Poor timing from Gracie.
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Gracie moves away.
Scorpion misses with a few strikes there.
Gracie throws a nice inside leg kick.
Scorpion scores with a nice right hand.
Gracie throws a body punch but Scorpion moves out of range.
Gracie looks to throw the jab but Scorpion is out of range.
Scorpion scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Gracie chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Scorpion can pounce on him.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A good leg kick by Scorpion.
Gracie looks to land a right hand but Scorpion moved out of range.
Gracie connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #T2#
Scorpion scoring well with a low kick there.
Gracie takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Scorpion loads up on a big right hand but Gracie slips the punch.
Scorpion walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Gracie checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Scorpion looks to throw the jab but Gracie is out of range.
A nice inside leg kick there by Gracie. That's going to slow Scorpion down.
Gracie looks to throw the jab but Scorpion is out of range.
Scorpion loads up on a big right hand but Gracie slips the punch.
Gracie misses with a looping right.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Scorpion lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Gracie has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Gracie and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
That kick from Scorpion tenderised Gracie's leg. Gracie is trying to keep his angry face on.
Gracie uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Gracie takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Gracie getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Gracie bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Scorpion's head.
Gracie works Scorpion's body with a nice hook.
Gracie throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Scorpion.
A nice inside leg kick there by Scorpion. That's going to slow Gracie down.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Silva Scorpion will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business. And we move into the final round!#R5#
Gracie's corner calls for a 1-2. Gracie obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Gracie connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Gracie throws an overhand right that lands on Scorpion's shoulder, as Scorpion tries to avoid the shot.
Gracie chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Scorpion can pounce on him.
Scorpion tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A slow jab from Scorpion misses its intended target.
A looping hook to the body misses from Scorpion. Gracie does a little dance to reset his feet.
Good work by Scorpion as he checks the leg kick.
A nice side step and Scorpion releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#CL2#
Scorpion drives through and clinches with Gracie against the ropes.
Scorpion swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Scorpion keeps control of Gracie as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Gracie.
Gracie struggles to land a body shot inside as Scorpion controls his hands.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Scorpion pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Scorpion throws a lazy right hand but Gracie sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Scorpion checks a leg kick.
Gracie throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Scorpion keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A chopping leg kick lands by Scorpion. #T1#
Gracie finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Gracie throws a body punch but Scorpion moves out of range.
Scorpion looks to throw the jab but Gracie is out of range.
Scorpion tries to work over Gracie's front leg with a kick but Gracie checks it.
Gracie throws a low kick, looking for Scorpion's leg but Scorpion calmly moves out of range.
Gracie loads up on a big right hand but Scorpion slips the punch.
Gracie with a nice calf kick.
A slow jab from Gracie misses its intended target.
Scorpion throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Gracie.
Scorpion connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Silva Scorpion is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Jab, jab by Scorpion - just one landing.
Scorpion connects with an inside leg kick.
Scorpion thuds his right hand into Gracie's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Gracie fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Scorpion checks it well.
Scorpion throws out a loose jab but Gracie uses good head movement to avoid it.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Scorpion lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Gracie has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Gracie and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Gracie fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Scorpion manages to avoid it.
Gracie uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a low kick but Gracie moves out of range easily. #T2#
Scorpion tries to work over Gracie's front leg with a kick but Gracie checks it.
Gracie throws out a loose jab but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Gracie misses with a low kick as Scorpion jumps back.
Scorpion throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Scorpion misses with an attempted mid kick.
Scorpion throws a leg kick but Gracie sees it coming and moves out of range.
Gracie throws a looping overhand right but Scorpion ducks down to avoid it.
Scorpion unleashes a big counter combination but Gracie bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Scorpion lands with a straight right. Gracie didn't see that one coming.
Scorpion tries to score with a low kick but Gracie moves his leg out of the way.
Scorpion wants to land a leg kick but Gracie is out of range.
Scorpion digs a good hook to Gracie's body.
A jab from Gracie finds it's way through Scorpion's defenses.
A slow jab from Scorpion misses its intended target.
Gracie tried to counter with a leg kick but Scorpion avoided it.
Scorpion moves out of range of the strikes.
Scorpion has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Scorpion misses with a looping right.
Gracie uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Gracie fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Scorpion is out of range.
Renato Gracie has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Gracie avoids the body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.

And that's the end of the fight!
Silva Scorpion comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Scorpion 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 48:47
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 48:47
Judge James Glass scores the fight 46:49

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Renato Gracie!

Renato Gracie retains his lightweight title!
Renato Gracie very nearly forgot to thank Fenrir Fightgear - Anno 2013 amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

 

Event: Reckless in Rio 1     
Date:   May 30, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Gracie moves out of range of the strikes.
Gracie throws a hook but Scorpion blocks it.
Silva Scorpion seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Scorpion punishes Gracie's body with a nice straight punch.
An inside leg kick from Gracie misses.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Nice body punch from Scorpion.
Scorpion connects with a crisp jab.
Gracie with a jab.
Scorpion loads up on a big right hand but Gracie slips the punch.
Some bone on bone action there as Scorpion checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Gracie backing away here, and Scorpion unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Gracie moves away.
A big right from Scorpion misses.
Gracie throws the left hand but Scorpion avoids the punch easily.
Gracie uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with an uppercut.
Scorpion fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Gracie has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Gracie misses with a head kick.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Scorpion! But no joy.
Scorpion feints and then cracks Gracie's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Gracie down.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Gracie scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Gracie looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A nice leg kick lands there from Gracie.
Gracie shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Scorpion wants to clinch up but Gracie keeps it at a distance.
Scorpion gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Gracie counters with a solid body kick. #T1#
Scorpion throws out a loose jab but Gracie uses good head movement to avoid it.
Gracie lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Gracie throws out a loose jab but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
A swing and a miss from Scorpion.
Scorpion connects with an inside leg kick.
The fighters circling - Gracie throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Gracie lands with a hook. Scorpion tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Gracie throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Scorpion 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.
Gracie fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Scorpion manages to avoid it.
Nice shot by Scorpion.
Gracie checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Gracie lands with a nice body punch.
Scorpion tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Gracie was well out of range. Poor timing from Scorpion.
Gracie scores with a jab.
Scorpion steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Gracie.
Gracie takes one on the chin but seems OK.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Scorpion throws a jab when Gracie was well out of range.
Gracie throws the left hand but Scorpion avoids the punch easily.
Gracie backing away here, and Scorpion unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Gracie checks a leg kick.
A clash of legs there as Scorpion blocks the low kick.#T2#
Scorpion takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Gracie looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Gracie on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Scorpion pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Scorpion with the inside leg kick.
Scorpion ducks under a wild hook from Gracie.
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Scorpion waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Gracie.
Scorpion throws a leg kick that misses.
A jab from Scorpion misses.
Scorpion throws a leg kick which misses Gracie's front leg but catches the back leg as Gracie tries to avoid it.
Gracie delivers a nice body kick.
Gracie misses with an uppercut.
Scorpion throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Gracie with the inside leg kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A big right from Gracie misses.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Gracie - that will leave a mark!
Scorpion just misses with a punch to the body.
As Scorpion backs away, Gracie returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Gracie throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Scorpion throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Silva Scorpion will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Gracie stuns Scorpion with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Gracie jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Scorpion now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Gracie goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Scorpion lands a jab to the head.
Scorpion lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#CL2#
Scorpion fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Gracie, pushing him back against the ropes.
Gracie working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Gracie swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC#
Gracie breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Silva Scorpion seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A looping hook to the body misses from Scorpion. Gracie does a little dance to reset his feet.
Scorpion thuds a left hand into Gracie's body.
Scorpion is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Scorpion smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
The fighters circling - Gracie throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Scorpion is looking to land body kicks.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Gracie throws a body punch but Scorpion moves out of range.
Scorpion just misses with a punch to the body.
Gracie stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Scorpion.#T1#
Gracie throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scorpion moves away from the strike by Gracie.
A jab from Scorpion misses.
Scorpion sizes up Gracie with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Gracie keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Gracie throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Scorpion stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Scorpion looks to land a left hand but Gracie moved out of range nicely.
Scorpion connects with a leg kick.
Gracie checks a leg kick nicely.
Gracie throws a body shot but no joy.
Scorpion throws a right hand that Gracie ducks under and follows up with a left that Gracie also avoids with ease.
Scorpion misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Gracie misses with a straight right.
Gracie is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Gracie takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Gracie throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Gracie lands with a nice body kick.
Gracie looks to throw the jab but Scorpion is out of range.
Gracie fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Scorpion has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL2#
Scorpion drives through and clinches with Gracie against the ropes.
Gracie stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.#T2#
Scorpion blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Scorpion struggles to land a body shot inside as Gracie controls his hands.
A short left from Gracie.
Gracie misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Gracie has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Scorpion misses with a punch to the body.
Gracie is trying to break the clinch but Scorpion is controlling him.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Scorpion.#BC#
Gracie's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
Scorpion has managed to clinch.
Gracie tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Scorpion's elbow.
Scorpion taking a breather.#BC#
Gracie pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Gracie tries a low kick but Scorpion avoids it.
Scorpion throws a fast counter high kick but Gracie manages to duck under it in time.
Gracie scores with a leg kick.
Scorpion buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion moves out of range of the leg kick from Gracie.
Gracie lands a jab.
Scorpion misses with a low kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Silva Scorpion will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.#R3#
Gracie slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Scorpion slips a straight right by Gracie.
Gracie fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Scorpion has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Scorpion with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Gracie delivers a nice body kick.
Gracie avoids the body shot from Scorpion.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Gracie ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scorpion moves away.
Scorpion fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Gracie checks it well.
Gracie fires out a quick counter leg kick but Scorpion just manages to avoid it.
Gracie has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Scorpion finds it's way round the side to connect with Gracie's head.
Scorpion lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Scorpion lands a nice leg kick that just misses Gracie's sensitive parts.
Scorpion thuds a left hand into Gracie's body.
Scorpion throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scorpion throws a head kick that half lands.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Scorpion swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Gracie swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Scorpion checks a low kick from Gracie.
Gracie throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Gracie blocks a head kick by Scorpion.
It looked like Gracie was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Scorpion.
Gracie jabs Scorpion to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Gracie takes a swing at Scorpion's ribcage but misses. #T1#
Scorpion swings away with a body shot that misses
and Gracie counters with a thumping low kick.
A swing and a miss from Scorpion.
Scorpion avoids the body shot from Gracie.
Scorpion lands a slapping body shot.
Gracie stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Scorpion.
Gracie keeps the fight on the outside.
Gracie loads up on a big right hand but Scorpion slips the punch.
Scorpion scores with a hook to the body. Gracie takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Gracie just misses with a punch to the body.
Gracie checks a leg kick nicely.
Gracie pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A low kick from Scorpion misses
and Gracie connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Scorpion misses with a body shot.
A counter left hand to the body from Gracie misses its target.
Scorpion looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Gracie scores with a jab to the body.
Scorpion steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Gracie.
Gracie throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Gracie.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scorpion moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #T2##CL2#
Scorpion forces Gracie back against the ropes and clinches.
Gracie lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Scorpion backwards.
Gracie blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Gracie is trying to force a seperation but Scorpion has the dominant position.
Gracie misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC#
Gracie breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Scorpion digs a good body shot into Gracie's ribs.
Gracie works Scorpion's body with a nice hook.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Gracie, as that shot connected.
Scorpion tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Scorpion looks to land a left hand but Gracie moved out of range nicely.
An attempted straight right counter from Gracie misses the target.
Gracie moves out of range of the body kick.
Gracie swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Scorpion attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Gracie has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Scorpion.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion lands a nice looking body shot.
Scorpion moves out of range as Gracie strikes.
Gracie connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Scorpion momentarily.
Scorpion on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Scorpion blocks a head kick by Gracie.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Silva Scorpion just about did enough to take it.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.#R4#
Scorpion throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Gracie.
Gracie throws a leg kick but Scorpion sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Gracie takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
A looping hook to the body misses from Gracie. Scorpion does a little dance to reset his feet.
Scorpion misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Gracie counters with a thumping low kick.
Scorpion lands the left hand.
Scorpion wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Scorpion throws the left hand but Gracie avoids the punch easily.
Gracie swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Scorpion misses with a hook.
A nice leg kick lands there from Gracie.
Scorpion throws a body punch but Gracie moves out of range.
Gracie throws a looping overhand right but Scorpion ducks down to avoid it.
Scorpion misses with a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scorpion lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
The crowd cheers as Gracie lands an impressive looking overhand right. Scorpion doesn't seem phased though.
Scorpion fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gracie throws a shot from downtown. Scorpion moves away and avoids it.
Scorpion is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Gracie with a body shot.
Gracie misses the shot to the body.
Scorpion digs a good hook to Gracie's body.
Scorpion tries to move into range but Gracie moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#T1#
Scorpion ducks under a wild hook from Gracie.
Gracie chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Gracie staying out of range there.
Gracie fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Scorpion manages to avoid it.
A jab from Scorpion misses.
Scorpion scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Scorpion stuns Gracie with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Scorpion throws a low kick but it's checked well by Gracie.
Scorpion slips under a jab.
Scorpion keeps Gracie at a distance using the push kick.
Scorpion throws a chopping leg kick but Gracie manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Scorpion throws a lazy right hand but Gracie sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Scorpion throws a big shot that misses.
Scorpion dodges the punch combination from Gracie.
Nice straight punches there by Gracie. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Gracie.
Scorpion wants to land a leg kick but Gracie is out of range. #T2#
Gracie looks to land a right hand but Scorpion moved out of range.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Scorpion uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Gracie.
Scorpion tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Gracie was well out of range. Poor timing from Scorpion.
Nice straight punches there by Scorpion. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Scorpion.
Scorpion lands with a thumping leg kick.
Scorpion ducks right into an uppercut from Gracie.
Scorpion tries to clinch up.
Gracie thows a left - swing and a miss!
Scorpion throws a sloppy head kick and Gracie moves out of range easily.
Scorpion thuds a left hand into Gracie's body.
Gracie is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a lazy right hand but Gracie sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Gracie lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Scorpion takes one on the chin but seems OK.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Gracie on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Scorpion misses with a hook.
Scorpion slips under a jab from Gracie.
Gracie misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Scorpion.
Scorpion keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Gracie.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that fourth round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
Scorpion throws a body punch but Gracie moves out of range.
Scorpion throws a leg kick that misses.
Gracie throws a body shot but no joy.
Gracie throws a hook to the side of Scorpion's head but Scorpion sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Scorpion feints a counter leg kick.
Scorpion wants to land a leg kick but Gracie is out of range.
Gracie's corner calls for a 1-2. Gracie obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Gracie uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Scorpion.
Gracie fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Scorpion has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Scorpion throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Scorpion lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Gracie throws a chopping leg kick but Scorpion manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
A head kick misses from Gracie.
Scorpion throws an overhand right that lands on Gracie's shoulder, as Gracie tries to avoid the shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scorpion throws a lazy right hand but Gracie sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Nice cross by Gracie.
Gracie checks a low kick from Scorpion.
A swing and a miss from Gracie.
Scorpion throws a leg kick but Gracie checks it.
Scorpion misses with an uppercut
and Gracie counters with a left to the body. #T1#
Gracie throws a low kick but it's checked well by Scorpion.
Gracie tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#CL2#
Scorpion gets a clinch.
Scorpion has Gracie pushed against the ropes.
Scorpion lands a left hand that snaps the head of Gracie backwards.
Gracie tries to break free but Scorpion pushes him back against the ropes.#BC2#
Scorpion breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Gracie throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scorpion bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Silva Scorpion is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Scorpion throws a head kick that half lands.
Scorpion blocks a jab.
Gracie uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Scorpion.
Gracie blocks a low kick nicely.
Gracie avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Gracie connects with a right hand. Scorpion shakes it off.
Gracie misses with a body kick.
A big left from Gracie misses.
Gracie shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. #T2#
Gracie lands with a cross.
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!
Jab by Scorpion.
Scorpion ducks under a wild hook from Gracie.
Gracie misses with a low kick.
Scorpion tries to land a leg kick but Gracie saw it coming and moves away.
Gracie cracks Scorpion with a right hand to the side of the head.
That kick from Gracie tenderised Scorpion's leg. Scorpion is trying to keep his angry face on.
Scorpion throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Gracie stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Scorpion.
Scorpion scores with a jab to the body.
Gracie scores with a shot to the body.
Scorpion avoids the body shot from Gracie.
Gracie jabs Scorpion to the body, keeping him at a distance.
A looping hook to the body misses from Gracie. Scorpion does a little dance to reset his feet.
Scorpion fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Scorpion tries to clinch up.
A leg kick checked by Gracie.
Renato Gracie has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Gracie loads up on a big right hand but Scorpion slips the punch.

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 Renato Gracie.
Well Scorpion 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Seu Braga scores the fight 48:49
Judge Mauricio Rocha scores the fight 49:46
Judge Matheus Silva scores the fight 46:49

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Silva Scorpion!

Silva Scorpion is the new featherweight champion!

 

Event: FRIDAY SHOOTOUT 5     
Date:   May 22, 2020
#R1#
La De Hoya throws a leg kick
and Scorpion counters with a low kick, right behind La De Hoya 's knee.
La De Hoya dips to his left and cracks Scorpion with an uppercut!
Scorpion keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
La De Hoya works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Scorpion ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Scorpion takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
La De Hoya throws the kick towards the body but Scorpion avoids it.
Scorpion moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Scorpion avoids a kick to the body.
An inside leg kick lands from Scorpion.
Scorpion swings for the body but La De Hoya moves out of range.
La De Hoya uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Scorpion.
La De Hoya tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Scorpion manages to circle out of the way.
La De Hoya showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Scorpion.
Scorpion buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
La De Hoya closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
La De Hoya misses with a few strikes there.
Scorpion counters with a body kick.
Scorpion 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.
Scorpion fakes high and swings low for a body shot but La De Hoya manages to avoid it.
La De Hoya blocks the body kick.
La De Hoya throws a leg kick which misses Scorpion's front leg but catches the back leg as Scorpion tries to avoid it. #T1#
La De Hoya misses with a looping left.
Scorpion throws an overhand right that lands on La De Hoya's shoulder, as La De Hoya tries to avoid the shot.
La De Hoya tries to counter by clinching up but Scorpion breaks away and moves out of range.
Scorpion bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Scorpion avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
La De Hoya slips a jab and a cross from Scorpion.
La De Hoya swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Scorpion.#CL2#
Scorpion clinches up against the ropes.
Our sources have told us that La De Hoya has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.
Scorpion blocking some punches.
La De Hoya prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with the head strike.
A short uppercut from Scorpion.
Scorpion is trying to break the clinch but La De Hoya is controlling him.
Scorpion is leaning against La De Hoya and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Scorpion throws a head punch that misses.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
La De Hoya using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Scorpion has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
La De Hoya is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Scorpion is defending well for now.
La De Hoya tries to work over Scorpion's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
La De Hoya lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Scorpion backwards. #T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scorpion lands a nice uppercut.
Scorpion avoiding damage as La De Hoya throws knees to the body.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from La De Hoya.
Scorpion lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of La De Hoya backwards.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, La De Hoya creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but La De Hoya avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes.
Scorpion swings wildly with an uppercut but La De Hoya uses good head movement to avoid it.
La De Hoya tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Scorpion avoids it.
La De Hoya connects with a knee to the head.
Scorpion trying to control the position but instead, La De Hoya has worked for underhooks and has pushed Scorpion into the ropes.
La De Hoya misses with a punch on the inside.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
La De Hoya misses with a body punch.
Scorpion lands an uppercut.
Scorpion taking a breather.
Scorpion has La De Hoya pushed against the ropes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Silva Scorpion will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
La De Hoya blocks the body kick.
La De Hoya moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Scorpion throws a leg kick but La De Hoya moved away.
La De Hoya on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
La De Hoya is looking to score with low kicks.
Scorpion tries to move into range but La De Hoya moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
La De Hoya works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
A low kick from La De Hoya is predictable there
enabling Scorpion to counter with a crisp jab.
Scorpion throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by La De Hoya.
Scorpion keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
La De Hoya keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Scorpion misses with a leg kick.
La De Hoya staying out of range there.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
La De Hoya thows a left - swing and a miss!
La De Hoya attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Scorpion wants to land a leg kick but La De Hoya is out of range.
Silva Scorpion seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Scorpion slips under a jab from La De Hoya.
A jab from La De Hoya finds it's way through Scorpion's defenses.
La De Hoya pushes Scorpion away with a front kick.
La De Hoya throws a jab but it's blocked by Scorpion. #T1#
Scorpion takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Scorpion throws a head kick that misses.
La De Hoya tries to land a front kick but Scorpion steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
La De Hoya throws a half hearted mid kick.
Scorpion rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but La De Hoya moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Marious La De Hoya is winning the standup battle so far.
Scorpion throws a body shot but no joy.
Scorpion is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by La De Hoya.
Nice shot by Scorpion.
La De Hoya checks a low kick from Scorpion.
A looping hook to the body misses from La De Hoya. Scorpion does a little dance to reset his feet.
Scorpion throws a jab but it's blocked by La De Hoya.
La De Hoya is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Scorpion.
Scorpion uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from La De Hoya.
La De Hoya doesn't manage to clinch there - Scorpion circles away.
Scorpion looks like he wants to counter punch here.
La De Hoya looks to land a left hand but Scorpion moved out of range nicely.
A big right from Scorpion misses.
La De Hoya has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from La De Hoya there as he acknowledges the shot.
La De Hoya slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
La De Hoya dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Scorpion. That did some damage!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL2#
Scorpion closes the distance and pushes La De Hoya back into the ropes.#T2#
Scorpion works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Scorpion misses with some punches.
La De Hoya can't find room to land a body shot as Scorpion controls the action.
Scorpion has a couple of punches blocked by La De Hoya.
Scorpion lands an uppercut.
Scorpion lands a body punch in the clinch.
Scorpion is trying to maintain a safe position but La De Hoya gets an underhook and turns Scorpion into the ropes.
Silva Scorpion seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
La De Hoya with a knee to the head.
Scorpion scores with a shot to the side of La De Hoya's head.
Scorpion tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
La De Hoya throws an elbow but it's blocked.
A shot in the inside from Scorpion.
La De Hoya tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Scorpion avoids it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
Scorpion digs a right hand underneath La De Hoya's ribcage. La De Hoya let out a lung full of air as it connected.
La De Hoya misses with a hook to the ribs.
La De Hoya misses with a punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Scorpion.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Silva Scorpion will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Scorpion lands a nice leg kick that just misses La De Hoya's sensitive parts.
Scorpion throws out a loose jab but La De Hoya uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scorpion lands with an overhand left.
A nice leg kick from La De Hoya, right into the meat of the thigh.
La De Hoya connects with a nice looking jab.
La De Hoya just misses with a punch to the body.
La De Hoya avoids the head kick by Scorpion.
La De Hoya wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
A solid body kick from La De Hoya.
La De Hoya lands with a right hand.
La De Hoya throws a nice looking combination but Scorpion bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Scorpion cracks La De Hoya with a right hand to the side of the head.
La De Hoya on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Scorpion misses with a body kick.
La De Hoya tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Scorpion manages to circle out of the way.
Scorpion lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as La De Hoya backs up against the ropes.
Scorpion jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
La De Hoya's jab looks to have found its range, popping Scorpion under the eye.
Scorpion looks to score with a jab to the body but La De Hoya is just out of range.
Scorpion lands with an overhand left.
A nice leg kick lands there from La De Hoya. #T1#
La De Hoya digs a good hook to Scorpion's body.
La De Hoya slips under a jab from Scorpion.
La De Hoya tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#CL2#
Scorpion instigates a clinch.
La De Hoya tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Scorpion's elbow.
Scorpion trying to control the position but instead, La De Hoya has worked for underhooks and has pushed Scorpion into the ropes.
Scorpion misses with a punch to the body.
Marious La De Hoya has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Silva Scorpion is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
La De Hoya swings away with an uppercut that misses.
La De Hoya misses with a body punch.
La De Hoya doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
La De Hoya softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Scorpion pushes La De Hoya back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
La De Hoya landing knees to the body. #T2#
Scorpion on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body. #BC2#
Scorpion breaks from the clinch.
Scorpion checks a leg kick nicely.
Scorpion now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
La De Hoya throws a body punch but Scorpion moves out of range.
La De Hoya tries to clinch there but Scorpion circles away.
Scorpion now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
La De Hoya fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Scorpion manages to avoid it.
La De Hoya scores with a jab. Scorpion acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
La De Hoya misses with a looping right.
Scorpion connects with a leg kick.
Scorpion throws a hook but La De Hoya blocks it.
La De Hoya throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
La De Hoya just misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion scores with a jab to the jaw.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A jab lands there for Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Scorpion lands a nice shot that snaps La De Hoya's head back.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Silva Scorpion.
Well Scorpion 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 Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 28:30
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Silva Scorpion!

 

Event: Midweek Meltdown 3     
Date:   May 06, 2020
#R1#
Scorpion uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Snow.
Snow misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Scorpion.
Scorpion let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Scorpion tries to work over Snow's front leg with a kick but Snow checks it.
Snow was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Scorpion with a hook.
Scorpion throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Snow seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Scorpion finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Scorpion throws a low kick but it's checked well by Snow.
Scorpion fails with an attempt to clinch.
Snow misses with a body kick.
Scorpion appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Scorpion misses with an attempted mid kick. #CL2#
Scorpion darts in and clinches Snow up against the ropes.
Snow is working Scorpion over against the ropes.
Snow looking to slow down the pace here.
Scorpion lands with a short punch from the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Snow looking to slow down the pace here.
Good body shot from Snow.
Snow stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Snow lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Snow can't find room to land a body shot as Scorpion controls the action. #T1#
Scorpion misses with a body punch. #BC2#
Scorpion escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Scorpion swings for the body but Snow moves out of range.
Scorpion takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Snow takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Scorpion waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Snow.
Scorpion throws a hook to the side of Snow's head but Snow sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Snow has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Clark's Champion's in the buildup to the fight.
Scorpion connects with a solid leg kick.
Scorpion misses with a body kick.
Snow loads up on a big right hand but Scorpion slips the punch.
Scorpion throws the kick towards the body but Snow avoids it.
Snow gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Silva Scorpion seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Danga de danga de dang - Scorpion scores with a four punch combination!
Scorpion throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Snow throwing a counter right hand but Scorpion manages to avoid it.
Scorpion takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL2#
Snow tries to keep at a distance but Scorpion has taken the fight into the clinch.
The referee is keeping an eye on Scorpion - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
A right handed body shot lands from Snow. #T2#
Snow working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Snow is struggling to control the position.
Scorpion tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Scorpion scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Scorpion lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Snow tries to throw a body punch but Scorpion avoids it by throwing Snow back against the ropes.
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Scorpion fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Snow blocks a body shot from Scorpion.
Snow wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Snow misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Snow misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Scorpion throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Snow softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Scorpion tries to work over Snow's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC#
Snow breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Snow swings widly with a right hand
and Scorpion counters with an inside leg kick. #CL2#
Scorpion gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Scorpion swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Snow gets through Scorpion's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Snow lands a right hand that snaps the head of Scorpion backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Snow.
Scorpion fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Scorpion has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Snow seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Scorpion can turn it around.
Silva Scorpion seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Scorpion lands with a left to the head.
Snow blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Snow scores with a shot to the side of Scorpion's head.
Scorpion is trying to maintain a safe position but Snow gets an underhook and turns Scorpion into the ropes.
Scorpion blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Snow throws a head punch that misses.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Scorpion lands a right hand that snaps the head of Snow backwards.
Scorpion lands with a right to the head.
Scorpion has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Snow is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
Scorpion takes a shot to the head. #T1#
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but Snow avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes. #BC2#
Scorpion breaks from the clinch.
Scorpion misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Snow.
Scorpion tries to land a front kick but Snow steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Snow appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Scorpion lands with a good body shot.
A low kick from Scorpion is predictable there
and Snow counters with a good low kick that Scorpion was not able to check.
Snow uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Scorpion.
Snow slips a straight right by Scorpion.
Some bone on bone action there as Snow checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Snow misses with a low kick.
Scorpion misses with an uppercut. Snow saw that one coming.
A nice inside leg kick there by Snow. That's going to slow Scorpion down.
Scorpion throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Scorpion swings for the body but Snow moves out of range.
Nice jab there from Scorpion.
Snow swats away the attempt to clinch by Scorpion.
Snow explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.#T2#
Scorpion lands a jab to Snow's midsection.
A solid leg kick lands there for Scorpion.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scorpion throws a front kick aimed at Snow's knee but Snow avoids it well.
Snow scores with a sloppy right hand. Scorpion should have avoided that one.
Snow fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Scorpion is out of range.
Scorpion throws a shot to the body.
A chopping leg kick lands by Scorpion.
Snow with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Snow tries to land a front kick but Scorpion steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Snow defending well as Scorpion loads up on a big left hand.
Scorpion throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Snow moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Scorpion is looking to chop away at Snow's legs.
Snow misses with a few strikes there.
Scorpion is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Scorpion tries to clinch but Snow is having none of it.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Silva Scorpion seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Snow throws a nice looking combination but Scorpion bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Snow fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Scorpion manages to avoid it.
Scorpion tries to clinch there but Snow circles away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Silva Scorpion will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
A leg kick checked by Scorpion.
Snow takes a swing at Scorpion's ribcage but misses.
Scorpion throws a body shot but no joy.
Scorpion looks to score with a jab to the body but Snow is just out of range.
Scorpion wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Snow swats away the attempt to clinch by Scorpion.
Snow stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Snow slips under a jab.
Scorpion misses with a right hand
enabling Snow to counter with a crisp jab.
Snow staying out of range there.
Scorpion throws a sloppy head kick and Snow moves out of range easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scorpion misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Snow.
Scorpion is looking to clinch.
Snow is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Scorpion with a nice cross.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Scorpion.
Scorpion moves out of range as Snow strikes.
Scorpion connects with a solid leg kick. #T1#
Scorpion feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Snows jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Snow misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Scorpion.
Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Snow.
Scorpion tries a low kick but Snow avoids it.
Snow feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Scorpion's calf.
Scorpion scores with a punch to the head.
Snow walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Scorpion slips a jab and a cross from Snow.
Scorpion blocks a jab.
Nik Snow has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Silva Scorpion is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Snow loads up on a big right hand but Scorpion slips the punch.
Scorpion misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Snow.
Scorpion bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Snow's head backwards.
Scorpion takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Scorpion scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Scorpion lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Snow has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Snow and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Scorpion connects with a nice looking jab.
Snow throws a body punch but Scorpion moves out of range.
Scorpion swings away with a leg kick that misses.#T2#
Scorpion showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Snow.
Snow misses with a wild combination.
Snow wants to land a leg kick but Scorpion is out of range.
Scorpion swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Snow.
Scorpion tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Snow manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Snow throws a big counter combination but Scorpion scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Snow misses with an uppercut.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Scorpion. Snow shrugs it off though.
Scorpion throws out a loose jab but Snow uses good head movement to avoid it.
Snow throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Scorpion sees it coming and avoids it easily.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Snow checks a leg kick.
Scorpion misses with a low kick as Snow jumps back.
Snow slips under a jab.
Scorpion lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Snow throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Snow looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
That kick from Snow tenderised Scorpion's leg. Scorpion is trying to keep his angry face on.

And that's the end of the fight!
Silva Scorpion comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Scorpion 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 Daniel Bishop scores the fight 27:30
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 27:30
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Silva Scorpion!

 

Event: AKT 17     
Date:   Apr 17, 2020
#R1#
Bonney throws a right and a left that Scorpion avoids nicely.
Scorpion steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bonney.
Silva Scorpion seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Scorpion throws a nice inside leg kick.
Scorpion 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.
Bonney throws out a loose jab but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scorpion circles away from the clinch attempt.
Bonney gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Bonney looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Bonney takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Bonney uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Scorpion.
Bonney takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Scorpion connects with a body shot.
Bonney tries to land a leg kick but Scorpion saw it coming and moves away.
Bonney has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Scorpion finds it's way round the side to connect with Bonney's head.
Scorpion connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Bonney takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Scorpion misses with a wild body shot.
Bonney swinging wildly here.
Bonney throws a body punch but Scorpion moves out of range.
Bonney throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scorpion checks the leg kick.#T1#
Scorpion tries to clinch but Bonney is having none of it.
Bonney scores with a crisp jab that stopped Scorpion in his tracks.
Bonney on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Scorpion. Scorpion obviously looking to wear him down.
Bonney misses with the combination.
Scorpion now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Scorpion punishes Bonney's body with a nice straight punch.#CL2#
Scorpion moves into the clinch.#BC#
Bonney breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Bonney throws a lazy body kick
and Scorpion counters with a thumping low kick.
Scorpion dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Bonney takes one on the button.
Bonney misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Bonney throws a body shot but no joy.
Bonney walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Bonney ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scorpion moves away.
Scorpion takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Scorpion jabs at Bonney's body.
Scorpion digs a good body shot into Bonney's ribs.#T2##CL#
Scorpion gets tackled into the ropes by Bonney. Bonney maintains the clinch.
Scorpion lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Scorpion trying to control the position but instead, Bonney has worked for underhooks and has pushed Scorpion into the ropes.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Scorpion creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Bonney prevents a body shot from Scorpion. #BC#
Bonney breaks from the clinch.
Scorpion jabs Bonney right on the nose. Bonney blinks but takes it well.
Scorpion jabs Bonney right on the nose. Bonney blinks but takes it well.
Scorpion misses with an uppercut.
Scorpion steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bonney.
A punch combination from Bonney misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion ducks under a wild hook from Bonney.
Scorpion ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Scorpion looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
No joy there for Scorpion, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
A little feinted left hand from Bonney on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A punch combination from Bonney misses.
Bonney throws a body punch but Scorpion moves out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Scorpion throws a half hearted mid kick.
Bonney thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Scorpion if he has to take too many more of those.
Scorpion throws a chopping leg kick but Bonney manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Bonney looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Bonney walks forward, straight into a front kick from Scorpion.
Bonney swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Scorpion.
A chopping leg kick lands by Scorpion.
Scorpion swinging wildly here.
Scorpion catches Bonney with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Scorpion misses with a low kick.
Bonney looks to land a left hand but Scorpion moved out of range nicely.
Scorpion lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Scorpion.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bonney misses with the combination.
Scorpion looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks. #T1#
Scorpion lands a right hook to the body.
Scorpion is looking to slow Bonney down with leg kicks.
Bonney looks to land a left hand but Scorpion moved out of range nicely.
Scorpion throws out a loose jab but Bonney uses good head movement to avoid it.
As Scorpion looks to move away, Bonney throws a big counter combo but Scorpion just gets out of the way.
Jab from Scorpion.
Bonney walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
The crowd cheers as Scorpion lands an impressive looking overhand right. Bonney doesn't seem phased though.
Bonney rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Scorpion moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Scorpion lands with a nice body punch.
Scorpion throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Scorpion lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scorpion throws a jab when Bonney was well out of range.
A leg kick checked by Scorpion.
Scorpion feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Bonneys jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Scorpion scoring well with a low kick there.
Scorpion avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Silva Scorpion seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Scorpion tried to score with a low kick but Bonney checks it.#T2#
A decent looking cross lands there for Scorpion.
Scorpion has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Scorpion tries to clinch but Bonney moves out of range.
Scorpion connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Bonney moves forwards but Scorpion connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Bonney throws a shot from downtown. Scorpion moves away and avoids it.#CL2#
Bonney gets tackled into the ropes by Scorpion. Scorpion maintains the clinch.
Bonney has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Bonney is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but Bonney avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but Bonney avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes.
Scorpion managing to block the knees to the body from Bonney.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Bonney misses with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion lands a right hand that snaps the head of Bonney backwards.
Scorpion lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Bonney backwards.
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Scorpion dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Bonney. That did some damage!
William Henry Bonney has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#CL2#
Scorpion gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Bonney working hard to break the clinch.
Scorpion tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Scorpion's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A short left from Scorpion. #BC2#
Scorpion breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Scorpion takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Scorpion lands with an overhand left.
William Henry Bonney is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Scorpion jabs at Bonney's body.
Scorpion works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Bonney bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bonney misses with a wild combination.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL2#
Scorpion has closed the distance and engaged Bonney in a clinch.
Bonney looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Bonney tries a body shot but Scorpion blocks it.
Scorpion throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Bonneys head. #T1#
Bonney missing with knees to the body.
Bonney taking a breather.
Bonney misses with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Scorpion makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Bonney is trying to push Scorpion away but Scorpion has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
Bonney tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bonney misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Scorpion.
Silva Scorpion is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Bonney working aggressively here.
Bonney tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Scorpion avoiding damage as Bonney throws knees to the body.
Scorpion can't find room to land a body shot as Bonney controls the action.
Bonney misses with a body punch.
Bonney is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace. #T2#
Still in the clinch, Bonney scores with a nice short uppercut.
Scorpion keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Bonney's efforts to push away.
Bonney throws a head punch that misses.
Scorpion swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Bonney tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Scorpion avoids it.
Bonney is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Scorpion is defending well for now.
Scorpion digs a right hand into Bonney's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Bonney's gas tank.
Bonney misses with some punches.
Bonney wants to break free but Scorpion has control.

And that's the end of the fight!
Silva Scorpion comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Scorpion 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 Albert Achterberg scores the fight 27:30
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 27:30
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Silva Scorpion!

 

Event: GP FINAL     
Date:   Mar 29, 2020
#R1#
Scorpion loads up on a big right hand but Musashi slips the punch.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#CL2#
Musashi has taken the fight to the clinch.
Scorpion working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Scorpion blocks a body shot from Musashi.
Scorpion cracks Musashi with a nice body shot.
Scorpion lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Scorpion.
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Musashi.
A right handed body shot lands from Musashi.
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
Scorpion fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Musashi misses with a short punch on the inside.
Musashi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Scorpion swings away with an uppercut that misses.
We've been informed that Musashi has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Musashi throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Scorpion misses with a punch to the body.
Musashi digs a right hand into Scorpion's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Scorpion's gas tank.
Scorpion fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Musashi misses with a punch on the inside.
Scorpion misses with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion misses with a hook from the clinch.
I was talking to Scorpion's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.#T1#
Scorpion tries a body shot but Musashi blocks it.
Scorpion prevents a body shot from Musashi.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Scorpion.
Musashi struggles to land a body shot inside as Scorpion controls his hands.
Musashi blocks an uppercut.
Musashi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Scorpion.
Musashi lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Scorpion backwards.
Scorpion tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Musashi throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Scorpion misses with some punches.
Scorpion blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
Musashi lands a right hand that snaps the head of Scorpion backwards.
Scorpion cracks Musashi with a nice body shot.
Scorpion working aggressively here.
Musashi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Musashi misses with a punch to the body.
Musashi lands a hook to the side of the head.
Scorpion throws a head punch that misses.
Musashi working some nice short punches in the clinch.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Scorpion lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A head punch on the inside from Musashi fails to land.
Musashi blocks a body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but Musashi avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes.
Musashi prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Musashi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Musashis head.
Scorpion makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A short uppercut from Musashi.
Musashi scores with a shot to the side of Scorpion's head.
Scorpion misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion lands with a right to the head.
A short left from Musashi.
Musashi tries to throw a body punch but Scorpion avoids it by throwing Musashi back against the ropes.
A short right from Scorpion.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion can't find room to land a body shot as Musashi controls the action.
A head punch on the inside from Musashi fails to land.
Musashi blocking some punches.
Scorpion lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Scorpion throws a head punch that misses.
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 Silva Scorpion will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Musashi swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Musashi throws a chopping leg kick but Scorpion manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Musashi throws a low kick, looking for Scorpion's leg but Scorpion calmly moves out of range.
Scorpion scores with a decent looking hook.
Scorpion checks the leg kick.
Musashi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Musashi on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Scorpion blocks the body kick.
Scorpion lands with a nice body kick.
Musashi misses with a straight right.
Scorpion takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Scorpion connects with a solid leg kick.
Scorpion lands a slapping body shot.
Scorpion throws the left hand but Musashi avoids the punch easily.
Musashi misses with a wild body shot.
Scorpion jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Scorpion looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Scorpion misses with a body shot.
Musashi lands a head shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scorpion throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Musashi misses with a low kick.
Musashi throws a leg kick which misses Scorpion's front leg but catches the back leg as Scorpion tries to avoid it. #T1#
Musashi will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Musashi shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Musashi ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Scorpion swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Scorpion needs to keep his hands up - Musashi had a free shot at his head there.
Scorpion lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Scorpion looks for the body kick but Musashi saw that one coming.
Musashi bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Musashi is looking to score with low kicks.
Scorpion misses with a low kick as Musashi jumps back.
Musashi let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Musashi tries to work over Scorpion's front leg with a kick but Scorpion checks it.
Musashi throws a leg kick that misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Scorpion misses the target.
Scorpion throws a wild body kick that Musashi sees coming a mile off.
Scorpion tries a head kick but it misses.
Musashi lands a slapping body shot.
Musashi ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Scorpion looks to score with a jab to the body but Musashi is just out of range.#CL#
Scorpion fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Musashi, pushing him back against the ropes.
Silva Scorpion has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Musashi swings wildly with an uppercut but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Musashi working aggressively here. #T2#
Scorpion fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Nice body punch from Musashi.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but Musashi avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes.
Musashi softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Scorpion lands an uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Musashi.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Scorpion.
Scorpion tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Musashi's elbow.
Musashi lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A short right from Musashi on the inside.
Scorpion misses with a hook from the clinch.
Musashi digs a right hand into Scorpion's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Scorpion's gas tank.
Musashi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Musashi tries to throw a body punch but Scorpion avoids it by throwing Musashi back against the ropes.
Musashi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Musashi misses with the head strike.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Scorpion.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Musashi.
Scorpion swings wildly with an uppercut but Musashi uses good head movement to avoid it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Miyamoto Musashi will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.
#R3#
Scorpion throws a push kick but Musashi slaps the foot to one side.
Scorpion connects with a nice looking jab.
Musashi scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Scorpion doesn't seem bothered though.
Musashi avoids a kick to the body.
Scorpion tries to move into range but Musashi moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#CL2#
Musashi rushes Scorpion and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
Musashi misses with a punch on the inside.
Musashi throws a head punch that misses.
Musashi tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Scorpion's elbow.
Scorpion tries a body shot but Musashi blocks it.
Musashi can't find room to land a body shot as Scorpion controls the action.
Musashi tries to work over Scorpion's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Musashi lands with a light punch inside.
Musashi scores with a shot to the side of Scorpion's head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Musashi.
A short uppercut from Scorpion.
Musashi lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Scorpion backwards.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Scorpion lands a body punch in the clinch.
Musashi blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Musashi misses with a hook to the ribs.
Musashi lands an uppercut.#T1#
Good body shot from Musashi.
Scorpion misses with a punch to the body.
Musashi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Musashi has a couple of punches blocked by Scorpion.
Musashi lands an uppercut.
Scorpion misses with a punch on the inside.
Musashi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Musashi tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Scorpion's elbow.
Musashi misses with a body punch.
Musashi throws a head punch that misses.
Musashi throws a punch but it's blocked by Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Scorpion works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Scorpion misses with some punches.
Musashi throws a punch but it's blocked by Scorpion.
Musashi tries a body shot but Scorpion blocks it.
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A nice right hand lands inside from Scorpion.
Musashi blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T2#
Scorpion lands a hook that snaps the head of Musashi backwards.
A short uppercut from Scorpion.
Scorpion blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Musashi misses with a punch on the inside.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Musashi misses with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion scores with an uppercut up the middle.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Musashi.
Musashi tries to work over Scorpion's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Scorpion softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Scorpion scores with a nice hook to the head.
Musashi lands a body punch in the clinch.
Musashi tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A short uppercut from Musashi.
Musashi lands an uppercut.
Scorpion lands a body punch in the clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A head punch on the inside from Musashi fails to land.
Scorpion has a couple of punches blocked by Musashi.
Musashi tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Scorpion lands a right hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Miyamoto Musashi really dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R4#
Musashi misses with a double jab.
Musashi throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Musashi tries to land a front kick but Scorpion steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Scorpion looks to score with a jab to the body but Musashi is just out of range.
Scorpion uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Musashi.
Musashi connects with a leg kick. Scorpion looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Musashi avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Musashi feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Scorpion's calf.
Musashi is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Scorpion rather than just go for the knockout.
Scorpion looks to land a body kick but Musashi moved away.
Musashi attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Musashi misses with a looping right.
Scorpion throws the kick towards the body but Musashi avoids it.
Scorpion feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Musashi's calf.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Musashi lands with a good body shot.
Scorpion throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Miyamoto Musashi seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Scorpion throws a hook but Musashi blocks it.
Scorpion takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Musashi tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Scorpion paws at him with a jab and circles away.#CL2#
Musashi closes the distance and clinches.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A quick uppercut on the inside from Musashi. #T1#
Scorpion goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Scorpion misses with the head strike.
Scorpion swings wildly with an uppercut but Musashi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
Musashi blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Scorpion blocking some punches.
Musashi scores with a shoulder strike.
Scorpion pushes Musashi back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A nice left hand lands by Scorpion.
Musashi makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Scorpion lands a left hand.
Scorpion blocking some punches.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Musashi lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Musashi lands with a short shot to the head.
Musashi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Scorpion blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Musashi makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#T2#
Scorpion tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Musashi's elbow.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Scorpion.
Musashi lands a nice uppercut.
Musashi lands a hook that snaps the head of Scorpion backwards.
Scorpion throws a punch but it's blocked by Musashi.
Musashi digs a right hand into Scorpion's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Scorpion's gas tank.
Musashi throws a punch but it's blocked by Scorpion.
Musashi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Musashi prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a punch but it's blocked by Musashi.
Musashi blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Musashi.
Musashi has a couple of punches blocked by Scorpion.
A nice right hand lands inside from Musashi. #ROC2#
Scorpion is rocked!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Scorpion.
Musashi blocks an uppercut.
Scorpion takes a shot to the head.
Oh Scorpion is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Musashi throws a punch but it's blocked by Scorpion.
Musashi blocking some punches.
Scorpion blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Scorpion.
Musashi working aggressively here.
Musashi working aggressively here.
Scorpion seems to have got his legs back now.
Musashi lands a body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Miyamoto Musashi dominated that fourth round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R5#
Scorpion throws a push kick but Musashi slaps the foot to one side.
Silva Scorpion has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Scorpion checks a leg kick.
Musashi throws a body punch but Scorpion moves out of range.
And Scorpion counters with a quick kick to the body but Musashi blocks it.
Musashi takes one to the chin there.
Scorpion throws a lazy head kick
and Musashi counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Musashi will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Musashi fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Musashi uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Scorpion.
Scorpion pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Musashi bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A countering left hand to the body from Musashi misses.
Musashi wants to clinch.
Scorpion throwing a counter right hand but Musashi manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Scorpion tries to keep at a distance but Musashi has taken the fight into the clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Scorpion.#T1#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Scorpion.
Musashi throws a punch but it's blocked by Scorpion.
Scorpion lands with a light punch inside.
Musashi tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Scorpion swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Musashi throws a head punch that misses.
Scorpion tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Scorpion works on Musashi's body with a couple of short punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Musashi.
Scorpion is leaning against Musashi and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Musashi lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Musashi lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Scorpion misses with a short punch on the inside.
A short uppercut from Scorpion.
Scorpion goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Musashi misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Scorpion.
A short body shot lands from Scorpion as the two fighters clinch.
Musashi digs a right hand into Scorpion's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Scorpion's gas tank. #T2#
Scorpion lands a shoulder strike.
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!
Musashi tries a body shot but Scorpion blocks it.
A head punch on the inside from Musashi fails to land.
Scorpion blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Musashi misses with a hook to the ribs.
Scorpion blocks an uppercut.
Musashi lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Musashi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Scorpion struggles to land a body shot inside as Musashi controls his hands.
Musashi has a couple of punches blocked by Scorpion.
Musashi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Musashi lands a right hand.
Musashi blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Musashi pushes Scorpion back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Scorpion.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Scorpion.
Scorpion blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Scorpion swings wildly with an uppercut but Musashi uses good head movement to avoid it.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Miyamoto Musashi.
Well Musashi 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 46:49
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 46:49
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 46:49

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Miyamoto Musashi!

Miyamoto Musashi is the new featherweight champion!

 

Event: AKT 16     
Date:   Mar 08, 2020
#R1#
Entei looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Scorpion blocks a head kick by Entei.
Entei has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Scorpion fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Scorpion misses with a wild body shot.
Entei lets loose with a powerful body kick. Scorpion will feel that in the morning.
Scorpion misses with the combination.
Silva Scorpion seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Scorpion moves into range and clinches up with Entei.
Entei misses with a hook to the ribs.
Scorpion misses with a hook from the clinch.
Scorpion presses Entei against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Scorpion throws a head punch that misses.
Entei tries a body shot but Scorpion blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Entei lands with a right to the head.
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Entei blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Entei misses with a hook from the clinch.
Scorpion has a couple of punches blocked by Entei.
Scorpion swings wildly with an uppercut but Entei uses good head movement to avoid it. #T1#
A hook to the body from Scorpion.
Entei can't find room to land a body shot as Scorpion controls the action.
A body shot lands from Entei.
Scorpion misses with a punch on the inside.
Scorpion digs a right hand underneath Entei's ribcage. Entei let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Entei blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Entei misses with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion cracks Entei with a nice body shot.
Entei misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Scorpion blocks an uppercut. #BC#
Entei's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Entei lands with a slapping head kick.
Scorpion bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Entei slips under a jab from Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with a body kick.
Entei lands a high kick!
Entei throws a jab when Scorpion was well out of range.
Scorpion ducks under a wild hook from Entei.#T2#
Entei misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Scorpion throws a leg kick which misses Entei's front leg but catches the back leg as Entei tries to avoid it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scorpion keeps Entei at a distance using the push kick.
Scorpion throws a quick inside leg kick.
Scorpion uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Entei has time to react.
Scorpion loads up on a big right hand but Entei slips the punch.
A slapping body kick lands there for Scorpion.
Entei lands a glancing blow to the side of Scorpion's head.
Scorpion connects with a right hand. Entei shakes it off.
Scorpion swinging wildly here.
Scorpion throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Scorpion misses with a straight right.
Entei throws a solid leg kick but Scorpion takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Entei.
Scorpion appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Scorpion tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Scorpion throws the kick towards the body but Entei avoids it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion stuns Entei with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Entei tries to land a leg kick but Scorpion saw it coming and moves away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Scorpion dips to his left and cracks Entei with an uppercut!
Scorpion blocks a jab.
Entei ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scorpion moves away.
Entei tries a head kick but it misses.
Entei moves out of range of the body kick.
Scorpion moves out of range as Entei throws a body kick.
Scorpion misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Entei.
Entei throws the left hand but Scorpion avoids the punch easily.#CL2#
Scorpion moves into the clinch successfully. #BC#
Entei breaks from the clinch.
Scorpion throws an overhand right that lands on Entei's shoulder, as Entei tries to avoid the shot.
Scorpion has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Entei fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Entei scores with a sloppy right hand. Scorpion should have avoided that one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scorpion throws the left hand but Entei avoids the punch easily.
Scorpion throws the kick towards the body but Entei avoids it.
Entei throws a series of punches but Scorpion avoids them all with ease.
As Entei backs off Scorpion throws a huge counter combo but Entei manages to avoid it all.
Scorpion lands with a shot to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Entei avoids the body shot from Scorpion.
Entei misses with a double jab. #T1#
Scorpion pivots, looking for a leg kick but Entei is out of range and Scorpion settles back down.
Scorpion pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Entei throws a head kick but Scorpion moves out of range.
Scorpion moves in looking to clinch but Entei pushes him off.
Entei thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Scorpion if he has to take too many more of those.
Harry Entei is winning the standup battle so far.
Entei throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Scorpion stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Entei on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Entei pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Scorpion back to the ropes. Entei follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Entei avoids the head kick by Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a body kick that misses
and Entei counters with a head kick. #CL2#
Scorpion instigates a clinch. #BC#
Entei breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
A decent looking cross lands there for Entei.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Entei tries to close the distance and clinch up but Scorpion swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Nice defenses there by Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a chopping leg kick but Entei manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Scorpion. Entei shrugs it off though.
Scorpion misses with a body kick. #T2#
Scorpion works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Entei misses with a body kick.
Scorpion scores with a body shot.
The fighters circle momentarily. Entei darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Scorpion swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A cross from Scorpion lands.
A swing and a miss from Entei.
Scorpion feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Entei's calf.
Entei misses with a wild body shot.
Scorpion circles away from the clinch attempt.
Scorpion lands with a hook. Entei tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Scorpion throws a good cross that connects.
Entei takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion throws a chopping leg kick but Entei manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Entei misses with a body kick.
Scorpion swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Entei moves out of range of the body kick from Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a nice head kick!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Silva Scorpion 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!
#R3#
Scorpion is looking to clinch.
Entei misses with a low kick.
Scorpion gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Entei connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Scorpion throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Entei blocks the body kick.
Scorpion throws a leg kick but Entei checks it.
Scorpion lands a really nice looking cross but Entei seems unphased.
Entei ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Entei takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Scorpion throws a hook to the side of Entei's head but Entei sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A head kick misses from Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with the combination.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Entei sizes up Scorpion with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Scorpion tries to clinch but Entei moves out of range.
Scorpion thows a left - swing and a miss!
Entei takes a shot right to the bread basket.#T1#
Entei blocks a head kick by Scorpion.
As Scorpion looks to move away, Entei throws a big counter combo but Scorpion just gets out of the way.
Entei tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Scorpion is able to avoid easily.
Entei tries to clinch but Scorpion is having none of it.
Entei cracks a nice hook into Scorpion's ribs.
Scorpion blocks a head kick by Entei.
A nice side step and Scorpion releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Scorpion lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Scorpion crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Entei - the referee stops the clock and Scorpion gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Entei. Scorpion manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Scorpion lands a head kick!
Entei misses the shot to the body.
Scorpion misses with a low kick.
Entei lands a head kick. Scorpion smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Scorpion scores with a leg kick.
Entei throws an overhand right that lands on Scorpion's shoulder, as Scorpion tries to avoid the shot.
Scorpion tries to land a front kick but Entei steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
It looked like Entei was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Scorpion.
Entei waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Scorpion.
Scorpion misses the shot to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scorpion scores with a spinning back kick!
Entei ducks under a wild hook from Scorpion.#T2#
Scorpion misses with a hook.
Entei moves out of range of the body kick.
Entei misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Entei feints and then cracks Scorpion's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Scorpion down.
Scorpion is looking to clinch.
Entei checks a leg kick.
Entei throws a sloppy head kick and Scorpion moves out of range easily.
Entei misses with a jab, cross combination.
Entei swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Entei tries to clinch but Scorpion is having none of it.
Scorpion goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Entei tries to clinch but Scorpion is having none of it.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Scorpion.
Entei throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Scorpion wants to clinch up but Entei keeps it at a distance.
A leg kick checked by Scorpion.
Entei pulls out of a head kick attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Silva Scorpion just about did enough to take it.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R4#
A looping hook to the body misses from Scorpion. Entei does a little dance to reset his feet.
Scorpion throws an overhand right that lands on Entei's shoulder, as Entei tries to avoid the shot.
Entei keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Entei connects with a leg kick. Scorpion looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Entei throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Scorpion misses with a kick to the body.
Scorpion fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Entei looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Entei fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Scorpion manages to avoid it.
Entei will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Scorpion slips under a jab.
Scorpion moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Entei takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Scorpion walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scorpion throws a sloppy head kick and Entei moves out of range easily.
Entei misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Scorpion is looking to clinch but Entei is avoiding it.
Entei tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Scorpion pushes Entei away with a front kick.
Entei scores with a kick to the body. #T1#
A head kick misses from Entei.
Scorpion paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Scorpion throws a body kick that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Entei moves out of range as Scorpion throws a body kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Scorpion.
Entei misses with a body shot.
Nice body kick there by Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Entei has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a leg kick but Entei sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Scorpion connects with an inside leg kick.
Scorpion bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Entei keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Entei lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Scorpion ducks under a wild hook from Entei.
Scorpion appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Scorpion digs a good hook to Entei's body.
Scorpion missing with a left hand there. Entei was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Entei is looking to counter with head kicks.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Scorpion looks to score with a jab to the body but Entei is just out of range.
Entei takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
A looping hook to the body misses from Entei. Scorpion does a little dance to reset his feet.
Scorpion looks to throw a body kick
and Entei counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Scorpion misses with a hook
and Entei connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Scorpion misses with a kick to the body
and Entei counters with a nice body shot.
Scorpion tries to clinch up but Entei circles away and keeps his distance.
Entei lands a front kick.
Entei scores with a shot to the body.
Scorpion looks to land a right hand but Entei moved out of range.
Entei just misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion avoids the head kick by Entei.
Scorpion throws a lazy right hand but Entei sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Entei throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scorpion throws out a loose jab but Entei uses good head movement to avoid it.
A solid leg kick lands there for Entei.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Harry Entei will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R5#
Scorpion lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Entei uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Scorpion.
Entei was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Entei is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
A slapping body kick lands there for Entei.
Scorpion chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Entei lands with a good body shot.
Scorpion pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Scorpion avoids the head kick by Entei.
Scorpion stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Scorpion looks to clinch
and Entei counters with a left to the body.
Entei lands a jab to the head.
A head kick misses from Entei.
Entei scores with a kick to the body.
Scorpion throws a wild body kick that Entei sees coming a mile off.
Entei tries a head kick but it misses.
Scorpion thinks about the counter body kick.
Entei slips under a jab from Scorpion.
Entei was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Scorpion throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Entei is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Scorpion.
Entei pulls out of a head kick attempt. #T1#
Entei throws a leg kick but Scorpion sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Scorpion throws a leg kick which misses Entei's front leg but catches the back leg as Entei tries to avoid it.
Scorpion misses with a kick to the body.
Scorpion misses the jab.
Scorpion bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Entei tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Scorpion checks the leg kick.
Entei takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Silva Scorpion is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Entei throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Scorpion stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Scorpion cracks a nice hook into Entei's ribs.
Entei moves in looking to clinch but Scorpion pushes him off.
Scorpion fails in his attempt to clinch.
Scorpion throws a leg kick that misses.
Entei is looking to land body kicks.
Entei throws the left hand but Scorpion avoids the punch easily.
Entei throws a leg kick which misses Scorpion's front leg but catches the back leg as Scorpion tries to avoid it. #T2#
A big right from Scorpion misses.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Scorpion.
Entei throws a push kick but Scorpion slaps the foot to one side.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scorpion misses with the body kick
and Entei makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Scorpion really felt that one!
Harry Entei has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A nice inside leg kick there by Scorpion. That's going to slow Entei down.
Scorpion throws a body punch but Entei moves out of range.
Entei swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Scorpion counters with a slapping leg kick.
Entei connects with a good right hand that stumbles Scorpion. Scorpion circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Scorpion goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Scorpion smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Scorpion looks to land a body kick but Entei moved away.
Entei takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Scorpion goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Entei gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Scorpion lands a right hook to the body.
Scorpion uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Entei.

And that's the end of the fight!
Silva Scorpion comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Scorpion 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 47:48
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 47:49
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 46:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Silva Scorpion!

Silva Scorpion is the new featherweight champion!

 

Event: Grand Prix TOKYO     
Date:   Feb 14, 2020
#R1#
Scorpion moves out of range of the body kick.
Scorpion pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Scorpion scores with a kick to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from La De Hoya misses the target.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Scorpion.
Scorpion thows a left - swing and a miss!
Scorpion has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Scorpion there as he acknowledges the shot.
A solid body kick from Scorpion.
La De Hoya keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Scorpion jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
La De Hoya takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
La De Hoya clobbers Scorpion with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Scorpion tries to close the distance and clinch up but La De Hoya swats him away and circles back towards the center.
La De Hoya misses with a body kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Scorpion lands with a kick to the ribs.
A looping hook to the body misses from La De Hoya. Scorpion does a little dance to reset his feet.
La De Hoya throws a wild body kick that Scorpion sees coming a mile off.
Scorpion ducks under a wild hook from La De Hoya.
Donk. La De Hoya catches Scorpion right on the button with a cross.
La De Hoya fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Scorpion has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#T1#
La De Hoya ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scorpion moves away.
And Scorpion responds with a good body kick, but La De Hoya manages to step out the way in time.
La De Hoya throws a shot to the body.
La De Hoya lands a right hook to the body.
Scorpion scores with a hook.
La De Hoya throws a shot from downtown. Scorpion moves away and avoids it.
La De Hoya finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Scorpion throws a body kick that misses.
La De Hoya doesn't manage to clinch there - Scorpion circles away.
Scorpion throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A decent looking cross lands there for Scorpion.
Scorpion does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Scorpion lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Silva Scorpion seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Scorpion avoids the body shot from La De Hoya.
Scorpion digs a good hook to La De Hoya's body.
La De Hoya blocks a jab.
Scorpion defending well as La De Hoya loads up on a big left hand.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Scorpion defending well as La De Hoya loads up on a big left hand.
The fighters circling - La De Hoya throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from La De Hoya. #T2#
La De Hoya throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Scorpion swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#CL#
La De Hoya rushes Scorpion and presses him up against the ropes.
Scorpion tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
La De Hoya lands a body punch in the clinch.
Scorpion lands on the inside with an uppercut.
La De Hoya can't find room to land a body shot as Scorpion controls the action.
Scorpion goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Scorpion fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion lands a right hand.
A short right from Scorpion.
Scorpion tried to land a shot to the body but connects with La De Hoya's elbow.
La De Hoya trying to land knees to the body.
La De Hoya blocks a punch to the side of the head.
La De Hoya missing with knees to the body.
La De Hoya misses with a shot to the kidneys.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion struggles to land a body shot inside as La De Hoya controls his hands.
La De Hoya tries to land a knee to the head but Scorpion blocks with his arms.
La De Hoya looking to throw knees to the head but Scorpion is blocking nicely.
Scorpion misses with a punch on the inside.
Scorpion working aggressively here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Silva Scorpion will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Scorpion cracks La De Hoya with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the ropes.
Scorpion throws a big shot that misses.#CL#
La De Hoya rushes Scorpion and presses him up against the ropes.
Scorpion throws a head punch that misses.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but La De Hoya avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes.
La De Hoya lands a right hand that snaps the head of Scorpion backwards.
La De Hoya blocking some punches.
La De Hoya lands a body shot.
A head punch blocked on the inside by La De Hoya.
La De Hoya stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Scorpion swings wildly with an uppercut but La De Hoya uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for La De Hoya.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
La De Hoya blocking some punches.
Silva Scorpion seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Scorpion misses with the head strike.
Scorpion misses with a punch to the body.
La De Hoya lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Scorpion avoiding damage as La De Hoya throws knees to the body.
La De Hoya misses with a knee strike. #T1#
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
La De Hoya is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Scorpion is defending well for now.
Scorpion lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
La De Hoya tries to work over Scorpion's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Scorpion swings away with an uppercut that misses.
La De Hoya with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
La De Hoya misses with a knee to the head.
La De Hoya lands a good knee to the midsection. Scorpion won't want to take too many of those.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
La De Hoya misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Scorpion.
Scorpion fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion lands with a right to the head.
Scorpion has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. La De Hoya seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Scorpion can turn it around.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but La De Hoya avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes.
A head punch blocked on the inside by La De Hoya.
La De Hoya using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Scorpion has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Scorpion misses with some punches.
Scorpion tried to land a shot to the body but connects with La De Hoya's elbow.
A shot in the inside from Scorpion. #T2#
La De Hoya missing with knees to the body.
Scorpion working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
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!
La De Hoya's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Scorpion pushes La De Hoya back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
La De Hoya landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
La De Hoya blocks a body shot from Scorpion.
Our sources have told us that La De Hoya has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.
Scorpion goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by La De Hoya.
La De Hoya looking to throw knees to the head but Scorpion is blocking nicely.
La De Hoya digs a right hand into Scorpion's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Scorpion's gas tank.
La De Hoya blocking some punches.
La De Hoya lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Scorpion.
La De Hoya misses with a knee strike.
Scorpion lands a shoulder strike.
La De Hoya takes a shot to the head.
Scorpion misses with a punch on the inside.
La De Hoya misses with a hook to the ribs.
Scorpion lands with a light punch inside.
Scorpion misses with some punches.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Scorpion misses the shot to the body.
La De Hoya connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Scorpion's hands.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Scorpion crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from La De Hoya - the referee stops the clock and Scorpion gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says La De Hoya. Scorpion manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
La De Hoya has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Marious La De Hoya has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
La De Hoya misses with a body shot.
La De Hoya lands a slapping body shot.
La De Hoya closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Scorpion on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Scorpion throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Scorpion throws a shot from downtown. La De Hoya moves away and avoids it.
La De Hoya seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Silva Scorpion seems to be getting the better of the standup.
La De Hoya throws a body kick that misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Scorpion looks to land a body kick but La De Hoya moved away.
La De Hoya pivots, looking for a leg kick but Scorpion is out of range and La De Hoya settles back down.
La De Hoya finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
La De Hoya walks into a left hand.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Scorpion. La De Hoya shrugs it off though.
La De Hoya goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
La De Hoya will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Scorpion connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #T1#
The fight stays on the outside here - La De Hoya looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Scorpion scores with a nice strike.
Scorpion throws a looping overhand right but La De Hoya ducks down to avoid it.
La De Hoya wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Scorpion with a jab.
La De Hoya connects with a body shot that sends Scorpion's belly button to the back.
Scorpion misses with a wild combination.
Silva Scorpion is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
La De Hoya goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
La De Hoya moves in looking to clinch but Scorpion pushes him off.
Scorpion works the jab nicely.
Scorpion keeps the fight on the outside.
La De Hoya checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
La De Hoya tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Scorpion manages to circle out of the way.
Scorpion thows a left - swing and a miss!
La De Hoya swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Scorpion scores with a nice body kick.
Scorpion throws out a powerful jab.
Scorpion is looking to clinch but La De Hoya is avoiding it.
Scorpion has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T2#
A head kick by Scorpion misses
and La De Hoya counters with a nice uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
La De Hoya scores with a push kick.
La De Hoya wants to clinch.
Scorpion tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Scorpion swings and misses with a hook to the body.
La De Hoya was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
La De Hoya wants to clinch up but Scorpion keeps it at a distance.
A big left from Scorpion misses.
La De Hoya uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Scorpion.
La De Hoya throws a body punch but Scorpion moves out of range.
Scorpion throws a looping overhand right but La De Hoya ducks down to avoid it.
Scorpion throws a wild body kick that La De Hoya sees coming a mile off.
La De Hoya seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
La De Hoya moves out of range as Scorpion throws a body kick.
A nice leg kick lands there from Scorpion.
La De Hoya looks for the body kick but Scorpion saw that one coming.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
La De Hoya has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Scorpion finds it's way round the side to connect with La De Hoya's head.
A telegraphed right hand from La De Hoya misses the target.

And that's the end of the fight!
Silva Scorpion comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Scorpion 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 Yuuki Gou scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 27:30
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Silva Scorpion!

 

Event: AKT 11     
Date:   Jan 10, 2020
#R1#
Wawelski shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Wawelski misses with a head kick.
Wawelski tests Scorpion's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Wawelski throws a sloppy head kick and Scorpion moves out of range easily.
Scorpion chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Scorpion throws a hook to the side of Wawelski's head but Wawelski sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Scorpion lands with a kick to the ribs.
Scorpion works the jab nicely.
Scorpion goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
A slapping body kick lands there for Scorpion.
Wawelski misses with a few strikes there.
Scorpion throws a shot from downtown. Wawelski moves away and avoids it.
Scorpion pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Wawelski misses with a low kick as Scorpion jumps back.
Wawelski scores with a kick to the midsection.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Wawelski with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Scorpion to score with a decent uppercut.
Scorpion lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Wawelski at a distance.
Scorpion tries to land a front kick but Wawelski steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Scorpion paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Some wild striking there from Wawelski. #T1#
A telegraphed right hand from Wawelski misses the target.
Scorpion tried to counter with a leg kick but Wawelski avoided it.
Scorpion throws a shot to the body.
Scorpion tries to clinch up.
Wawelski throws a body kick that misses.
Nice cross by Scorpion.
Scorpion fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
The fight stays on the outside here - Scorpion looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Wawelski moves out of range of the body kick from Scorpion. #CL2#
Wawelski closes the distance and pushes Scorpion back into the ropes.
Wawelski throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Scorpion blocks it with crossed arms.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Wawelski.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Scorpion.
I was talking to Scorpion's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Scorpion struggles to land a body shot inside as Wawelski controls his hands.
Wawelski blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Wawelski doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A short left from Wawelski.
Scorpion lands a body punch.
Scorpion blocks an uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Wawelski presses Scorpion against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Wawelski utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.#T2#
Wawelski struggles to land a body shot inside as Scorpion controls his hands.
Scorpion gets through Wawelski's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Wawelski swings wildly with an uppercut but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Wawelski.
Scorpion scores with a shoulder strike.
Wawelski misses with a punch to the body.
Wawelski lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Wawelski fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Wawelski tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Scorpion's elbow.
Scorpion avoids a wild elbow strike from Wawelski.
Wawelski tries to throw a body punch but Scorpion avoids it by throwing Wawelski back against the ropes.
Scorpion working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Scorpion tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Wawelski's elbow.
Scorpion lands a left hand.
Scorpion blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Scorpion managing to block the knees to the body from Wawelski.
Wawelski working Scorpion over with knees to the body.
Scorpion misses with the head strike.
A head punch on the inside from Wawelski fails to land.
Wawelski tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T3#
Scorpion swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch on the inside from Scorpion fails to land.
Scorpion struggles to land a body shot inside as Wawelski controls his hands.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Scorpion tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Wawelski's elbow.
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Scorpion goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Scorpion working aggressively here.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but Wawelski avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes.
Wawelski lands a nice elbow.
Scorpion misses with a hook from the clinch.
Wawelski misses with a body punch.
Scorpion blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Wawelski throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Nice body punch from Scorpion.
Wawelski working Scorpion over with knees to the body.
Wawelski stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Scorpion blocks a body shot from Wawelski.
Wawelski blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
Scorpion scores with a nice hook to the head.#T4#
Scorpion can't find room to land a body shot as Wawelski controls the action.
Wawelski tries to work over Scorpion's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Scorpion lands a nice uppercut.
Scorpion goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Wawelski with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Wawelski is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Scorpion is defending well for now.
Scorpion can't find room to land a body shot as Wawelski controls the action.
Wawelski tries to throw a body punch but Scorpion avoids it by throwing Wawelski back against the ropes.
Scorpion lands with a right to the head.
Wawelski lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Wawelski misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Wawelski lands a shoulder strike.
Scorpion tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Scorpion blocks an elbow strike.
Wawelski misses with some punches.
Wawelski can't find room to land a body shot as Scorpion controls the action.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Wawelski throws an elbow but it misses.
Wawelski misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Wawelski tries a body shot but Scorpion blocks it.
Wawelski lands a body shot in the clinch.
Scorpion blocks an elbow strike.
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 Silva Scorpion will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Wawelski swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Scorpion cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Wawelski tries a head kick but it misses.
Wawelski misses with an attempted mid kick. #CL#
Scorpion moves into range and clinches up with Wawelski.
Scorpion misses with some punches.
A nice left hand lands by Scorpion.
A head punch on the inside from Wawelski fails to land.
Wawelski doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Wawelski lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Scorpion.
Wawelski missing with knees to the body.
Scorpion misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion has a couple of punches blocked by Wawelski.
A left hand lands to the body for Scorpion.
Wawelski blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Wawelski obliges.
Scorpion scores with a nice hook to the head.#ROC#
Wawelski is rocked!
Scorpion misses with the head strike.
Wawelski is still on wobbly legs! Can Scorpion finish him?
Wawelski tries to throw a body punch but Scorpion avoids it by throwing Wawelski back against the ropes.
Wawelski blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
With the fighters up against the ropes, Wawelski throws an elbow but misses.
Still in the clinch, Scorpion scores with a nice short uppercut.
Scorpion gets through Wawelski's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Scorpion swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Scorpion breaks the clinch momentarily and cracks Wawelski with a big right hook that drops him to the canvas! Wawelski looks like he might be in big trouble here! The referee has started the count straight away and we're up to 5 already. Wawelski get to one knee - can he make it back to his feet? No, he's flopped back to the mat - he's out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Silva Scorpion!

 

Event: AKT 9?     
Date:   Dec 20, 2019
#R1#
Ouch! a nice leg kick from George, right into the meat.
Scorpion throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
George scores with a jab to the jaw.
Scorpion misses with a few strikes there.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
The crowd cheers as George lands an impressive looking overhand right. Scorpion doesn't seem phased though.
George's coach down at Runts Academy was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on George's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
George misses with a series of wild punches.
A big right from Scorpion misses.
Scorpion looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Scorpion looks for the body kick but George saw that one coming.
Scorpion misses the jab.
George tries to work over Scorpion's front leg with a kick but Scorpion checks it.
Scorpion fakes the leg kick and cracks George in the body.
Scorpion misses the shot to the body.
Scorpion bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of George's head.
Scorpion tries to land a front kick but George steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
George blocks the body kick.
Scorpion misses the jab.
George flicks out a counter leg kick but Scorpion steps away.
George looks to land a right hand but Scorpion moved out of range.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
George throws an overhand right that lands on Scorpion's shoulder, as Scorpion tries to avoid the shot.
George avoids the body shot from Scorpion.
George scores with a nice head shot.
George moves out of range of the body kick from Scorpion.
George looks to land a body kick but Scorpion moved away.
Scorpion is looking to counter punch.#T1#
George ducks under a wild hook from Scorpion.
Good work by Scorpion as he checks the leg kick.
A big right from Scorpion misses.
Scorpion avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Scorpion connects with the punch.
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body but George moves away.
Scorpion misses with a body kick.
Scorpion looks to land a combination but George avoids it well. #CL#
Scorpion closes the distance and clinches.
George has a couple of punches blocked by Scorpion.
George lands an uppercut.
Scorpion takes a shot to the head.
Scorpion swings away with an uppercut that misses.
With the two fighters working up against the ropes, George just misses with a elbow thrown towards Scorpion's brow.
Scorpion misses with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion tried to land a shot to the body but connects with George's elbow.
George lands a right hand.
George lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
George lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Scorpion tries a body shot but George blocks it.
Scorpion working aggressively here. #T2#
Scorpion has a couple of punches blocked by George.
A short left from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of George backwards.
A short uppercut from Scorpion.
George struggles to land a body shot inside as Scorpion controls his hands.
George throws a head punch that misses.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but George avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes.
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Scorpion.
Scorpion cracks George with a nice body shot.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but George avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes.
George scores with a nice hook to the head.
Scorpion lands with a light punch inside.
Scorpion lands with a light punch inside.
George lands with a left to the head.
Scorpion misses with a punch to the body.
A short right from George.
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
George lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Scorpion throws a punch but it's blocked by George.
Scorpion lands a body shot. #T3#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Scorpion.
George tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
George swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but George avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes.
Scorpion lands a right hand.
Scorpion blocks an uppercut.
George blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Scorpion throws a punch but it's blocked by George.
Scorpion throws a head punch that misses.
George working aggressively here.
Scorpion lands a right hand that snaps the head of George backwards.
Scorpion throws a punch but it's blocked by George.
George misses with a punch on the inside.
Scorpion lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
George lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Scorpion backwards.
George blocks a punch to the side of the head.
George blocking some punches.
Scorpion fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion tries to work over George's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A short right hand to the side of the head by George.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Scorpion misses with a punch on the inside. #T4#
George misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion throws a punch but it's blocked by George.
George has a couple of punches blocked by Scorpion.
George softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
George working aggressively here.
Scorpion tries a body shot but George blocks it.
George misses with a punch on the inside.
Scorpion misses with some punches.
George swings wildly with an uppercut but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
George lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
George can't find room to land a body shot as Scorpion controls the action.
Scorpion blocks a punch to the side of the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
George throws a head punch that misses.
Scorpion lands a shoulder strike.
A right handed body shot lands from Scorpion.
A head punch on the inside from George fails to land.
Scorpion tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Scorpion scores with an uppercut up the middle.
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 Silva Scorpion will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Decent striking displayed by Scorpion there.
A punch combination from George misses.
Scorpion misses with a hook.
A countering left hand to the body from George misses.
George looks to throw the jab but Scorpion is out of range.
George has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Scorpion.
George takes a swing at Scorpion's ribcage but misses.
As George looks to move away, Scorpion throws a big counter combo but George just gets out of the way.
Scorpion throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
A left lands for George.
George misses with a looping right.
George thuds a left hand into Scorpion's body.
Scorpion lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
George scores with a jab.
George staying out of range there.
Scorpion misses with an uppercut.
George fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Scorpion manages to avoid it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
George tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Scorpion was well out of range. Poor timing from George.
George cracks Scorpion with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Scorpion throws an uppercut from half a mile away. George sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Scorpion lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and George has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from George and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
George staying out of range there.
Scorpion misses with a straight right. #T1#
George blocks the body kick.
Scorpion throws the kick towards the body but George avoids it.
George throws out a counter right but Scorpion avoids it with no problem.
A chopping leg kick lands by George.
George tries a head kick but it misses.
Scorpion is looking to clinch.
Scorpion misses with an attempted mid kick.
Scorpion throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
A head kick misses from Scorpion.
Scorpion cracks the inside of George's front leg.
Scorpion moves out of range of the leg kick from George.
Scorpion bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
George staying out of range there.
Scorpion pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
George looks like he wants to counter punch here.
George steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a body kick that misses.
Scorpion lands with a nice body kick.
Scorpion loads up on a big right hand but George slips the punch.
George throws a leg kick which misses Scorpion's front leg but catches the back leg as Scorpion tries to avoid it.
A jab lands there for Scorpion.#T2#
Scorpion goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Scorpion moves out of range as George strikes.
Scorpion blocks a jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
George throws an overhand right that lands on Scorpion's shoulder, as Scorpion tries to avoid the shot.
George throws an overhand right that lands on Scorpion's shoulder, as Scorpion tries to avoid the shot.
George misses with a looping right.
George bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Scorpion's head backwards.
Scorpion connects with a nice looking jab.
Scorpion lands a front kick.
George avoids a kick to the body.
Scorpion lands with a kick to the ribs.
George misses with a body shot.
Scorpion moves away from the strike by George.
George lands the left hand.
George misses with a looping left.
Silva Scorpion seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Scorpion lands a nice looking kick to the body. George takes a step back to recover.
Scorpion scoring well with a low kick there.
George ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T3#
George throws a lazy uppercut
and Scorpion counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Scorpion looks to land a body kick but George moved away.
Scorpion throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Scorpion lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
George fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Scorpion manages to avoid it.
George lands with a thumping leg kick.
George throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
George swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Scorpion looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
George is looking to chop away at Scorpion's legs.
Scorpion swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by George.
Scorpion is looking to clinch.
Scorpion bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of George's head.
George has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Scorpion.
George throws a leg kick but Scorpion moved away.
George does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
George lands a really nice looking cross but Scorpion seems unphased.
Scorpion walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
George avoids the body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a body kick that misses.
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 big right from George misses. #T4#
Scorpion misses with a kick to the body.
George throws out a loose jab but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scorpion swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Scorpion is looking to clinch but George is avoiding it.
Silva Scorpion is winning the standup battle so far.
George uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Scorpion.
Scorpion swinging wildly here.
George buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Scorpion misses with a looping right.
Scorpion throws a body kick that misses.
Scorpion misses with a hook. George ducked under it nicely.
Nice jab there from George.
George blocks a head kick by Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a body kick that misses.
Scorpion tries a head kick but it misses.
George moves out of range of the body kick from Scorpion.
George is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
George keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
George pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
George fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
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 Silva Scorpion will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R3#
Scorpion misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from George.
Scorpion avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Scorpion tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but George was well out of range. Poor timing from Scorpion.
Nice straight punches there by Scorpion. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Scorpion.
Scorpion is looking to land body kicks.
George moves out of range of the body kick from Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a half hearted mid kick.
An inside leg kick lands from George.
Scorpion waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract George.
George takes one on the button.
George lands a jab to the nose.
George does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
George misses with a straight left.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scorpion on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Scorpion scores with a nice right hand.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from George lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Scorpion has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Scorpion and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Scorpion misses with a looping left.
Scorpion scores with a nice body kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
George misses with a low kick.
Scorpion tries to clinch up but George circles away and keeps his distance.#T1#
George misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Scorpion.
George throws a leg kick but Scorpion sees it coming and moves out of range.
Scorpion connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between George's hands.
A slow jab from George misses its intended target.
Scorpion looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Scorpion connects with a leg kick. George looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Scorpion throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
George looks to throw a body kick
and Scorpion counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Scorpion throws a chopping leg kick but George manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Scorpion pulls out of a head kick attempt.
George lands a head shot.
Scorpion blocks a jab.
George throws a quick inside leg kick.
A big left from George misses.
George throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Scorpion looks to land a body kick but George moved away.
Scorpion is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
George slips a jab from Scorpion.
George avoids the head kick by Scorpion. #T2#
George lands a head shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Scorpion takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
George lands a lovely overhand right.
Scorpion is looking to chop away at George's legs.
Scorpion checks a low kick from George.
Scorpion bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
George swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Scorpion cracks George with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
George throws a hook to the side of Scorpion's head but Scorpion sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Scorpion fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but George is out of range.
Scorpion cracks the inside of George's front leg.
Scorpion misses with a body shot.
Scorpion throws a shot from downtown. George moves away and avoids it.
Scorpion tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
George looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Scorpion throws a hook but George avoids it easily.
Scorpion tries to land a front kick but George steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
George bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Scorpion's head backwards.
Scorpion misses with the body kick
and George counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Scorpion pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.#T3#
George cracks Scorpion with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the ropes.
George throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Scorpion on the side of the head.
George looks to land a left hand but Scorpion moved out of range nicely.
Scorpion looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
George checks a low kick from Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with a low kick.
Scorpion pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
George throws out a loose jab but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scorpion quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
George throws a leg kick but Scorpion sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Scorpion avoids a punch combination nicely.
Scorpion appears to be looking for a big counter.
George slips a straight right by Scorpion.
George finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Scorpion delivers a nice body kick.
George circles away from the clinch attempt.
Scorpion lands the left hand.
Scorpion bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of George's head.
A slapping leg kick lands for George.
Scorpion throws a quick inside leg kick. #T4#
George misses with a wild body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Scorpion walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#CL#
Scorpion closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
George lands a left hand.
Scorpion tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Silva Scorpion has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Scorpion goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
George lands with a left to the head.
George lands with a short punch from the clinch.
George goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Scorpion throws a punch but it's blocked by George.
Scorpion lands with a light punch inside.
George swings wildly with an uppercut but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scorpion blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Scorpion works on George's body with a couple of short punches.
Scorpion lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion gets through George's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
George lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Scorpion prevents a body shot from George.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Silva Scorpion did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R4#
Scorpion throws the left hand but George avoids the punch easily.
Scorpion throws an uppercut from half a mile away. George sees it coming and avoids it easily.
George misses with a wild body shot.
A telegraphed right hand from Scorpion misses the target.
Scorpion takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
George thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Scorpion if he has to take too many more of those.
Scorpion takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
George blocks a low kick nicely.
Scorpion fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
George throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Scorpion on the side of the head.
George avoids the body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a nice hook to George's body. George takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Scorpion throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
A telegraphed right hand from George misses the target.
George uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Scorpion.
George avoids a kick to the body.
Scorpion closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
George misses with a lunging right hand
and Scorpion counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Scorpion checks a low kick from George.#T1#
George throws a leg kick that is checked
and Scorpion counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
The crowd cheers as George lands an impressive looking overhand right. Scorpion doesn't seem phased though.
George pivots, looking for a leg kick but Scorpion is out of range and George settles back down.
Scorpion feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to George's calf.
George is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Scorpion.
Scorpion appears to be looking for a big counter.
Scorpion throws the kick towards the body but George avoids it.
Scorpion looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Scorpion uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by George.
George throws a body shot but no joy.
Scorpion lands a nice looking body kick.
George lands with a thumping leg kick.
Scorpion slips under a jab from George.
Scorpion misses with a body kick.
George misses the jab.
Scorpion throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scorpion tries to clinch there but George circles away.
Scorpion takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Scorpion uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from George.#T2#
Scorpion throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
George walks forward, straight into a front kick from Scorpion.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scorpion tries to land a front kick but George steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
George avoids a kick to the body.
It seemed like George was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
George moves out of range of the strikes.
Scorpion cracks George with a right hand to the side of the head.
Scorpion throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nice cross by George.
Scorpion pushes George away with a front kick.
George throws a leg kick but Scorpion sees it coming and moves out of range.
That kick from George tenderised Scorpion's leg. Scorpion is trying to keep his angry face on.
George throws a leg kick which misses Scorpion's front leg but catches the back leg as Scorpion tries to avoid it.
Scorpion throws an uppercut from half a mile away. George sees it coming and avoids it easily.
George connects with the punch.
George missing with a left hand there. Scorpion was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Scorpion blocks a leg kick.
Scorpion throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
George throws a right and a left that Scorpion avoids nicely. #T3#
Scorpion doesn't manage to clinch there - George circles away.
Scorpion tries to land a front kick but George steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Scorpion scores with a shot to the body.
Scorpion throws a head kick but George moves out of range.
Scorpion misses with a looping left.
George does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
George lands a nice looking body shot.
A shot to the body from Scorpion misses
and George counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Scorpion looks to land a body kick but George moved away.
Scorpion misses with a wild combination.
A thudding body kick lands there by Scorpion!
George lands a high kick!
Scorpion throws a push kick but George slaps the foot to one side.
Scorpion misses with a body kick.
Scorpion on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by George. George obviously looking to wear him down. #T4#
George lands a nice shot that snaps Scorpion's head back.
Scorpion looking to land some kicks to the body here.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The fight stays on the outside here - Scorpion looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Scorpion bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
A looping hook to the body misses from George. Scorpion does a little dance to reset his feet.
George scores with a nice right hand.
Scorpion throws a body punch but George moves out of range.
George misses with a leg kick.
Scorpion looks to throw the jab but George is out of range.
Scorpion takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
George misses with a low kick.
George throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Scorpion digs a good body shot into George's ribs.
George misses with a straight left.
George throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Lambert George will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R5#
George waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Scorpion.
George tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Scorpion was well out of range. Poor timing from George.
George with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Scorpion doesn't manage to clinch there - George circles away.
Scorpion throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Scorpion is looking to slow George down with leg kicks.
George swings and misses with a hook to the body.
George lands with a cross.
Scorpion doesn't manage to clinch there - George circles away.
Scorpion tries to clinch but George moves out of range.
Scorpion throws a half hearted mid kick.
Scorpion misses with a series of wild punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scorpion uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from George.
George misses with a body shot.
George looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
George moves out of range as Scorpion throws a body kick.
Scorpion works George's body with a nice hook.#T1#
Scorpion delivers a nice body kick.
Scorpion doesn't manage to clinch there - George circles away.
George connects with a leg kick. Scorpion looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
George keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Jab from George.
George misses with a body shot.
George is looking to chop away at Scorpion's legs.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from George, right into the meat.
George throws a head kick but Scorpion moves out of range.
Scorpion tries to clinch up.
George buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Scorpion steps to the side to avoid the strikes from George.
George steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
George looks to score with a jab to the body but Scorpion is just out of range.
George swats away the attempt to clinch by Scorpion.
George smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#T2#
Scorpion misses with a series of wild punches.
George throws a leg kick that misses.
A swing and a miss from Scorpion.
George thuds his right hand into Scorpion's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scorpion stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from George.
Scorpion takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Scorpion looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
George misses with an attempted mid kick.
Scorpion with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
George scores with a jab to the body.
Scorpion throws a lazy right hand but George sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
George throws out a leg kick but Scorpion moves out of range and George only half commits.
Scorpion getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Scorpion misses with an attempted mid kick.
Scorpion slips under a jab from George.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Scorpion checks a leg kick.
Scorpion thinks about countering with a body kick.#T3#
Scorpion looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
George looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
George throws a low kick but Scorpion moves out of range easily.
Scorpion dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on George. That did some damage!
Scorpion throws a leg kick which misses George's front leg but catches the back leg as George tries to avoid it.
Scorpion misses with a straight right.
George takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Scorpion connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Scorpion comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Scorpion checks a leg kick.
George just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromScorpion.
George takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Scorpion thows a body kick. George tries to catch it but that hurt him.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Scorpion.
George is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Scorpion fails with an attempt to clinch.
George throws a body punch but Scorpion moves out of range.
George looks to land a left hand but Scorpion moved out of range nicely.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Scorpion. #T4#
Scorpion stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from George.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Scorpion is looking to clinch.
Scorpion lands with a nice body kick.
Scorpion throws a wild body kick that George sees coming a mile off.
It seemed like George was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#CL#
Scorpion clinches with his opponent.
Scorpion blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Scorpion blocks an uppercut.
A left hand lands to the body for George.
Scorpion misses with the head strike.
Scorpion lands on the inside with an uppercut.
George tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
George blocking some punches.
George misses with a hook from the clinch.
Scorpion prevents a body shot from George.
Scorpion digs a right hand underneath George's ribcage. George let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Scorpion fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A right handed body shot lands from Scorpion.
Scorpion digs a right hand into George's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on George's gas tank.

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 Silva Scorpion.
Well Scorpion 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight for Silva Scorpion!
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight for Silva Scorpion!
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight for Silva Scorpion!

Silva Scorpion wins by unanimous decision!

 

Event: AKT : New Starts     
Date:   Nov 16, 2019
#R1#
Fighter lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Scorpion circles away quickly and effectively.
Fighter misses with a few strikes there.
Fighter throws a left and a right that both miss
and Scorpion counters with a low kick, right behind Fighter 's knee.
Sloppy strikes from Fighter. Those never looked like landing.
Scorpion showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Fighter.
Fighter circles away from the clinch attempt.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Fighter!
Fighter takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Fighter throws a right and a left that both miss.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Scorpion.
Fighter throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Scorpion lands a nice looking body kick.
Nameless Fighter seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scorpion lets loose with a powerful body kick. Fighter will feel that in the morning.
Scorpion avoids a punch combination nicely.
Fighter throws a right hand that Scorpion ducks under and follows up with a left that Scorpion also avoids with ease.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Scorpion. Fighter shrugs it off though.
Scorpion looks to land a body kick but Fighter moved away.
Scorpion throws a head kick that misses.
Fighter takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Fighter crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Scorpion - the referee stops the clock and Fighter gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Scorpion. Fighter manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Scorpion looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Scorpion has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Canadian Elite Bruins Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Fighter has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Scorpion.#T1#
Scorpion slips a jab and a cross from Fighter.
A slapping body kick lands there for Scorpion.
Fighter misses with a few strikes there.
Fighter throws a right and a left that Scorpion avoids nicely.
Scorpion lands with a kick to the ribs.
Scorpion misses with a body kick.
A lazy left from Scorpion finds it's target.
Fighter uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Scorpion.
Scorpion looks for the body kick but Fighter saw that one coming.
Fighter moves out of range of the body kick from Scorpion.
Fighter lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Scorpion tries to land a front kick but Fighter steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Scorpion cracks the inside of Fighter's front leg.
Scorpion goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Fighter on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Scorpion fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Fighter on the side of the head.
Scorpion throws out a loose jab but Fighter uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scorpion thuds a left hand into Fighter's body.
Fighter throws a series of punches but Scorpion moves out of range.
Some wild striking there from Fighter.
Fighter drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#T2#
Fighter shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Scorpion eats them both and turns towards Fighter to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Scorpion, right into the meat.
Fighter staying out of range there.
Scorpion scores with a push kick.
Fighter swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches. #CL#
Scorpion closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
Scorpion lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A short body shot lands from Scorpion as the two fighters clinch.
Scorpion lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Fighter misses with a hook from the clinch.
Scorpion misses with a punch on the inside.
Scorpion digs a right hand into Fighter's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Fighter's gas tank.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Scorpion.
Fighter throws a head punch that misses.
A head punch on the inside from Fighter fails to land.
Scorpion blocks an elbow strike.
Scorpion blocks an uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Fighter.
Fighter pushes off an throws an elbow but Scorpion leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the ropes.
Fighter swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T3#
Fighter has a couple of punches blocked by Scorpion.
A head punch on the inside from Fighter fails to land.
Scorpion avoids the elbow strike from Fighter, against the ropes.
Fighter takes a shot to the head.
Scorpion stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Scorpion lands with a left to the head.
Fighter working aggressively here.
Scorpion lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Scorpion scores with a shoulder strike.
A short uppercut from Scorpion.
Scorpion works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Fighter looks winded!
A nice right hand lands inside from Scorpion.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Fighter creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Good body shot from Scorpion.
Fighter swings wildly with an uppercut but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fighter has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands with a right to the head.
Scorpion is working Fighter over against the ropes.
A right hook to the body lands for Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Fighter or not.
Fighter throws a head punch that misses.
Scorpion is working Fighter over against the ropes.
Scorpion lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #T4#
A head punch on the inside from Fighter fails to land.
A right hand to the body from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Fighter takes a shot to the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Fighter or not.
Scorpion lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Scorpion cracks Fighter with a nice body shot.
Fighter takes a shot to the head.
Scorpion lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Scorpion lands a shoulder strike.
Scorpion lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Fighter backwards.
Scorpion cracks Fighter with a nice body shot.
Scorpion digs a right hand into Fighter's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Fighter's gas tank.
Scorpion is working Fighter over against the ropes.
Scorpion lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Fighter backwards.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Scorpion lands a body shot.
Scorpion lands a left hand.
Scorpion lands an uppercut.
With the two fighters working up against the ropes, Fighter just misses with a elbow thrown towards Scorpion's brow.
Scorpion lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Fighter misses with a wild combination.
Fighter misses with a few strikes there.
Scorpion lands a leg kick that knocks Fighter off balance momentarily.
Scorpion goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Fighter is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Scorpion sizes up Fighter with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
A slapping body kick lands there for Scorpion.
Scorpion thuds his shin into the meat of Fighter's side.
Nice body kick from Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Scorpion looking to land some kicks to the body here.
A head kick misses from Scorpion.
Jab, jab by Scorpion - just one landing.
Scorpion throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A looping hook to the body misses from Scorpion. Fighter does a little dance to reset his feet.
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL#
Scorpion closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
Still in the clinch, Scorpion scores with a nice short uppercut.
Scorpion lands with a light punch inside.
Scorpion lands a left hand that snaps the head of Fighter backwards.
Nice body punch from Scorpion - that landed with a thud.
Fighter is breathing heavily.
Scorpion is working Fighter over against the ropes.
Fighter's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#T1#
Scorpion lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Scorpion lands a body shot.
Fighter working aggressively here.
Scorpion lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Scorpion lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Scorpion makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Scorpion digs a right hand into Fighter's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Fighter's gas tank.
Scorpion lands a body punch.
Scorpion lands a nice uppercut.
Scorpion presses Fighter against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Scorpion lands with a left to the head.
Scorpion stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Scorpion lands with a light punch inside.
Fighter's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scorpion lands an uppercut.
Scorpion softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Fighter.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Scorpion.
Scorpion blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Scorpion is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Fighter can do to turn this around?
Scorpion blocks an elbow strike from Fighter.
Scorpion lands with a right to the head. #ROC#
Fighter is rocked!#T2#
Good body shot from Scorpion.
Fighter is still on wobbly legs! Can Scorpion finish him?
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Scorpion creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Scorpion lands a left hand.
Scorpion digs a right hand underneath Fighter's ribcage. Fighter let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Nice body punch from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands with a right to the head.
A nice left hand lands by Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Fighter backwards.
Scorpion creates a bit of space for himself and unleashed what can only be described as a tiger uppercut, straight out of Street Fighter! Fighter crashes to the mat! Can he make it back to his feet in time? 3,4,5,6... it doesn't look like he's going to make it! Fighter face plants back to the mat and the referee calls off the fight! Scorpion takes it with a brutal technical knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:33 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Silva Scorpion!
Nameless Fighter was interviewed post fight and said 'I will be back And I`ll win YOU MOTH****CKERS!'.

 

Event: RH104     
Date:   Oct 30, 2019
#R1#
Wawelski's jab looks to have found its range, popping Scorpion under the eye.
Sloppy strikes from Wawelski. Those never looked like landing.
The crowd cheers as Scorpion lands an impressive looking overhand right. Wawelski doesn't seem phased though.
Scorpion gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Wawelski misses with the combination.
Scorpion thuds his right hand into Wawelski's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Wawelski throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Wawelski throws a sloppy head kick and Scorpion moves out of range easily.
Wawelski misses the shot to the body.
Nice body kick there by Scorpion.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Scorpion lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Scorpion catches Wawelski with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#CL2#
Scorpion rushes Wawelski and presses him up against the ropes.
A short right from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Wawelski blocks a body shot from Scorpion.
A short uppercut from Wawelski.
Scorpion scores with a hook to the body.
A right hook to the body lands for Scorpion.
Wawelski blocking some punches.
Wawelski tries to work over Scorpion's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T1#
Scorpion swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Scorpion tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Wawelski misses with a hook to the ribs.
A head punch on the inside from Scorpion fails to land.
Scorpion blocks a body shot from Wawelski.
A head punch on the inside from Scorpion fails to land.
Scorpion lands a left hand that snaps the head of Wawelski backwards.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A left hand lands to the body for Wawelski.
Wawelski throws a head punch that misses.
Wawelski tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Scorpion scores with a nice hook to the head.
Wawelski's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A short left from Wawelski.
Scorpion can't find room to land a body shot as Wawelski controls the action.
A hook to the body from Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
Scorpion lands a body shot in the clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Scorpion. #ROC2#
Wawelski is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Scorpion stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Oh Wawelski is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Scorpion tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Scorpion lands a nice shot to the body.
Scorpion lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Scorpion breaks the clinch momentarily and cracks Wawelski with a big right hook that drops him to the canvas! Wawelski looks like he might be in big trouble here! The referee has started the count straight away and we're up to 5 already. Wawelski get to one knee - can he make it back to his feet? No, he's flopped back to the mat - he's out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:08 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Silva Scorpion!

 

Event: RH92     
Date:   Oct 02, 2019
#R1#
Scorpion misses with a hook. Bonney ducked under it nicely.
Bonney is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Bonney moves out of range as Scorpion throws a body kick.
It seemed like Bonney was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bonney takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Crunch! Scorpion slams his shin into Bonney's torso.
Scorpion throws a low kick but Bonney avoids it.
Bonney throws out a counter right but Scorpion avoids it with no problem.
Bonney uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Scorpion.
As Scorpion backs off Bonney throws a huge counter combo but Scorpion manages to avoid it all.
Scorpion looks to land a body kick but Bonney moved away.
Bonney takes one to the chin there.
Scorpion goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scorpion doesn't manage to clinch there - Bonney circles away.
Bonney swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Scorpion lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
A solid body kick from Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Scorpion has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Canadian Elite Bruins Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Scorpion goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. #T1#
Bonney showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Scorpion.
Bonney has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Scorpion throws a body kick, spinning off balance
letting Bonney counter with a right hand. #CUT2#
It looks like Silva Scorpion has been cut.
Scorpion throws a lazy body kick
and Bonney counters with a nice uppercut.
Scorpion moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Scorpion - that will leave a mark!
Bonney blocks a head kick by Scorpion.
Despite the aggression on Bonney's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
A cross from Scorpion lands.
Scorpion throws a front kick that sends Bonney stumbling back into the ropes.
Scorpion paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Bonney moves out of range of the body kick from Scorpion.
Bonney lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Scorpion darts in trying to clinch
and Bonney counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Silva Scorpion seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bonney uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Scorpion.
Scorpion takes a swing at Bonney's ribcage but misses.
Scorpion moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Bonney walks into a stiff left hand from Scorpion.
Scorpion gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Scorpion takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Scorpion, right into the meat.
Scorpion takes a swing at Bonney's ribcage but misses.
Bonney throws a counter combo.
Bonney ducks under a wild hook from Scorpion.
Scorpion digs a good hook to Bonney's body.
Scorpion darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Bonney has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Scorpion.
Scorpion scores with a sloppy right hand. Bonney should have avoided that one.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Silva Scorpion's cut.
That's time! Scorpion's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Scorpion lets loose with a powerful body kick. Bonney will feel that in the morning.
Good shot there by Scorpion.
Bonney takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Nice defenses there by Bonney.
Scorpion lands with a kick to the temple. Bonney shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Scorpion scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Scorpion throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Scorpion throws a predictable looking body shot
and Scorpion takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Scorpion fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Bonney checks it well.
Bonney keeps the fight on the outside.
Bonney tries to counter with a clinch but Scorpion shakes him off and moves away.
Scorpion lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Bonney at a distance.
Silva Scorpion is winning the standup battle so far.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bonney takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Scorpion lands with an overhand left.#T1#
An inside leg kick lands from Scorpion.
Scorpion tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bonney was well out of range. Poor timing from Scorpion.
Bonney wants to counter with a clinch but Scorpion pushes him away.
Bonney steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Scorpion. That one must have hurt.
Bonney uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Scorpion.
Scorpion wants to clinch
and Bonney counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A slapping leg kick lands for Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a sloppy head kick and Bonney moves out of range easily.
Bonney unleashes a big counter combination but Scorpion bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Scorpion connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Scorpion misses with a body kick.
Bonney counters with a body kick.
Bonney circles away from the clinch attempt
and Bonney makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#T2#
Scorpion misses with a leg kick #CL2#
and Bonney moves into the clinch.
Bonney scores with a hook to the body.
Bonney tries to circle away but Scorpion has him pinned against the ropes.
Bonney lands on the inside with an uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scorpion tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bonney misses with some punches.
Scorpion misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion misses with the head strike. #BC#
Scorpion escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Jab from Scorpion.
William Henry Bonney is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Nice body kick from Scorpion.
Scorpion scores with a one two! Bonney had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Scorpion scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Scorpion listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Silva Scorpion's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Scorpion getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
William Henry Bonney has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bonney takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Scorpion digs a good body shot into Bonney's ribs.
Scorpion is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bonney can do to turn this around?
Scorpion sizes up Bonney with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Bonney takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Nice uppercut there from Scorpion.
Bonney steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Scorpion.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bonney! But no joy.
Scorpion stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Bonney blocks the body kick.
Scorpion throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Bonney is looking for the big counter here.
Scorpion throws a right hand that misses
and Bonney counters with a lovely straight right hand!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scorpion gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Bonney cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bonney walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#T1#
Scorpion throws a sloppy head kick
and Bonney counters with a right, followed by a huge uppercut that sends Scorpion crashing to the mat! Scorpion is trying to use the ropes to get back to his feet but he's all over the place - the referee has seen enough and has stopped the fight! Bonney screams with a mixture of joy and relief, whilst celebrating with his cornermen.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:08 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). William Henry Bonney!
A victorious William Henry Bonney thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

 

Event: RH78     
Date:   Aug 31, 2019
#R1#
Scorpion looks to throw the jab but Entei is out of range.
Entei misses with a straight right.
Entei feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Scorpion's calf.
Scorpion is looking to slow Entei down with leg kicks.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Scorpion.
Scorpion scores with a kick to the body.
Entei throws a sloppy head kick and Scorpion moves out of range easily.
Scorpion pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Entei throws a jab but it's blocked by Scorpion.
Scorpion walks into a straight right hand from Entei.
Scorpion walks into a left hand.
Scorpion uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Entei.
Entei throws a head kick that misses.
Entei misses with a body kick.
Entei sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Entei lunges at Scorpion with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Scorpion's hand.
Entei 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.
Entei blocks the body kick.
Entei slips under a jab from Scorpion.
Scorpion moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromEntei.
Entei on the wrong end of a nice jab.
That kick from Scorpion tenderised Entei's leg. Entei is trying to keep his angry face on.#T1#
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Scorpion - that will leave a mark!
Entei scores with a head kick.
Entei lands with a nice body punch.
Entei misses with a series of wild punches.
Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Entei.
Scorpion appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Silva Scorpion seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Scorpion scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Entei.
Entei moves out of range as Scorpion throws a body kick.
Entei takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
The crowd cheers as Scorpion lands an impressive looking overhand right. Entei doesn't seem phased though.
Entei connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Scorpion moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Entei fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Scorpion manages to avoid it.
Scorpion misses with a looping right.
Scorpion misses with a hook.
A jab lands there for Scorpion.
Scorpion throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Scorpion bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T2#
Entei lands a jab.
Entei throws a combination. Scorpion tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Scorpion lands a nice looking kick to the body. Entei takes a step back to recover.
Scorpion bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Entei takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Nice body punch from Entei.
Nice uppercut there from Scorpion.
Entei looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Scorpion tries to clinch up.
Scorpion throws a lazy right hand but Entei sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Scorpion misses with a body shot.
It looks like Scorpion has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Entei takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Scorpion misses with a looping right.
Entei keeps the fight on the outside.
Entei was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Scorpion throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Scorpion scores with a spinning back kick!
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 Silva Scorpion will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Scorpion rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Entei moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Scorpion avoids the head kick by Entei.
Entei finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Entei misses with a body shot.
Scorpion scores with a push kick.
Entei moves out of range of the body kick from Scorpion.
Entei thinks about the counter body kick.
Entei misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Scorpion thinks about countering with a body kick.
Scorpion fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Entei looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Scorpion tries to close the distance and clinch but Entei swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Entei swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Entei throws a wild body kick that Scorpion sees coming a mile off.
Scorpion displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Entei throws out the jab.
Scorpion throws the kick towards the body but Entei avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Entei sizes up Scorpion with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Entei lands with a slapping head kick.
Entei tries a head kick but it misses.
Scorpion avoids a kick to the body.
Entei throws a head kick that misses.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A head kick from Scorpion lands but Entei takes it in his stride. #T1#
Entei ducks under a wild hook from Scorpion.
Scorpion pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Sloppy strikes from Scorpion. Those never looked like landing.
Entei dodges the punch combination from Scorpion.
Entei takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Scorpion takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Scorpion throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Scorpion misses with a straight left.
Entei fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Scorpion has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Entei throws a looping overhand right but Scorpion ducks down to avoid it.
Scorpion moves forwards but Entei connects with a nice, crisp jab.
The fight stays on the outside here - Scorpion looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Silva Scorpion is winning the standup battle so far.
A jab from Scorpion misses.
Scorpion fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Scorpion missing with a left hand there. Entei was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Entei throws a big counter head kick but Scorpion avoids it with no problem.#T2#
Entei lands a head kick!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Entei throws a sloppy head kick and Scorpion moves out of range easily.
Entei on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Entei misses with an attempted mid kick.
Scorpion is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Entei throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Scorpion sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Scorpion lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Entei shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Entei has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Scorpion.
Entei takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Scorpion ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Entei tries to work over Scorpion's front leg with a kick but Scorpion checks it.
Scorpion takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
A head kick from Scorpion lands but Entei takes it in his stride.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion throws a half hearted mid kick.
Scorpion fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Entei manages to avoid it.
Entei avoids the head kick by Scorpion.
Scorpion is looking to clinch.
Scorpion looks for the body kick but Entei saw that one coming.
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 Silva Scorpion will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Entei throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Scorpion on the side of the head.
Scorpion cracks Entei with a right hand to the side of the head.
Entei has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Scorpion.
Scorpion keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Scorpion connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Entei throws a leg kick but Scorpion checks it.
A head kick misses from Scorpion.
Scorpion pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Scorpion throws the kick towards the body but Entei avoids it.
Some wild striking there from Entei.
Scorpion is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Scorpion throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Entei misses with a head kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Entei misses with a left hand
and Scorpion counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Entei misses with a head kick.
Scorpion tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Entei was well out of range. Poor timing from Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with a body kick.
Entei wants to counter with a clinch but Scorpion pushes him away.
That kick from Scorpion tenderised Entei's leg. Entei is trying to keep his angry face on.
Entei throws a sloppy head kick and Scorpion moves out of range easily. #T1#
Scorpion takes a swing at Entei's ribcage but misses.
Entei shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Entei has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Entei there as he acknowledges the shot.
Scorpion swings widly with a right hand
and Entei connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Entei motions for Scorpion to come forward. Entei throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Scorpion throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
The fight stays on the outside here - Scorpion looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Scorpion staying out of range there.
Silva Scorpion is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Scorpion walks into a left hand.
Scorpion connects with an inside leg kick.
Scorpion misses with a kick to the body.
A head kick misses from Entei.
Scorpion takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Scorpion fails in his attempt to clinch.
Scorpion dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Entei. That did some damage!
Entei throws a head kick but Scorpion moves out of range.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Scorpion thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Entei if he has to take too many more of those. #T2#
Scorpion tests Entei's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Entei throws a head kick but Scorpion moves out of range.
Scorpion getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Scorpion wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Harry Entei has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Scorpion blocks the body kick.
Entei swings for the body but Scorpion moves out of range.
Scorpion throws the kick towards the body but Entei avoids it.
Entei walks into a jab.#KD2#
Entei lands a head kick that bluckles Scorpion and drops him to the canvas. He's still conscious but it looks like it's going to take him the full 10 seconds to get back his senses! He's up on 9 and seems to be just about OK to continue.... the referee agrees and we're back to the action with Entei no doubt looking to push for a finish!#CUT2#
It looks like Silva Scorpion has been cut.
Entei takes a shot to the body in his stride.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Entei.
Scorpion dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Entei. That did some damage!
Scorpion displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Entei throws out the jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Entei throws a head kick but Scorpion moves out of range.
Scorpion thinks about countering with a body kick.
Scorpion throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A little jabbing left from Entei on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Scorpion changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Entei throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Scorpion sees it coming and avoids it easily.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Harry Entei.
Well Scorpion 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:28
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:28
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29

The fight is ruled a majority draw!

 

Event: RH64     
Date:   Aug 07, 2019
#R1#
Ippo lands a jab to the nose.
Scorpion works the jab nicely.
A solid leg kick lands there for Scorpion.
Ippo moves out of range of the body kick from Scorpion.
Scorpion looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Ippo misses with a low kick.
Scorpion thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Ippo if he has to take too many more of those.
Ippo tests Scorpion's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Scorpion cracks Ippo with a right hand to the side of the head.
Ippo pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Scorpion keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Scorpion throws a shot from downtown. Ippo moves away and avoids it.
Ippo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scorpion moves away.
Scorpion looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Scorpion slips a straight right by Ippo.
Good leg kick by Scorpion there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ippo takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Ippo will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Silva Scorpion seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jab, jab by Scorpion - just one landing.
Scorpion closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Scorpion catches Ippo with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Ippo misses with a leg kick. #T1#
Scorpion throws a head kick but Ippo moves out of range.
Scorpion slips a straight right by Ippo.
Ippo jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Scorpion circles away from the clinch attempt.
Ippo scores with a leg kick.
Ippo ducks under a wild hook from Scorpion.
A thudding body kick lands there by Scorpion! #CL2#
Scorpion closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
Ippo throws a head punch that misses.
Ippo lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Ippo throws a knee to the head but misses.
Ippo blocking some punches.
Ippo tries a knee to the head but Scorpion blocks it.
A head punch on the inside from Ippo fails to land.
Ippo takes a shot to the head.
Scorpion misses with a hook to the ribs.
Scorpion fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Ippos head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Scorpion tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ippo's elbow.
I was talking to Ippo's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.#T2#
Scorpion misses with the head strike.
Scorpion lands a left hand.
Scorpion throws a punch but it's blocked by Ippo.
Ippo tries to land a knee to the head but Scorpion blocks with his arms.
Ippo blocks a body shot from Scorpion.
Ippo tries to throw a body punch but Scorpion avoids it by throwing Ippo back against the ropes.
Ippo throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Scorpion blocks it with crossed arms.
Ippo throws a knee to the head but misses.
Scorpion on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Scorpion has a couple of punches blocked by Ippo.
Ippo lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Ippo misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Ippo fails to land.
A short right from Scorpion on the inside.
Scorpion has a couple of punches blocked by Ippo.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ippo using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Scorpion has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Scorpion.
A nice right hand lands inside from Scorpion.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Scorpion.
Ippo blocks an uppercut.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion 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#
Scorpion lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Ippo walks into a straight right hand from Scorpion.
Scorpion bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Silva Scorpion seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Ippo misses with a hook. Scorpion ducked under it nicely.
Ippo rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Scorpion moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Scorpion is looking to land body kicks.
Ippo throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Ippo gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Scorpion throws the kick towards the body but Ippo avoids it.
A punch lands to the side of Scorpion 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Scorpion has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Scorpion avoids a punch combination nicely.
Nice cross by Ippo.
Ippo throws a nice looking combination but Scorpion bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Ippo misses with a hook. Scorpion ducked under it nicely.
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!
Scorpion misses with an attempted mid kick.
Scorpion gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Ippo.#CL2#
Scorpion has managed to clinch.
A short right from Ippo on the inside. #T1#
Ippo trying to land knees to the body.
A nice left hand lands by Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a left hand that snaps the head of Ippo backwards.
Ippo throws a head punch that misses.
Scorpion lands with a light punch inside.
Scorpion scores with a hook to the body.
Ippo missing with knees to the body.
Ippo throws a punch but it's blocked by Scorpion.
Ippo has a couple of punches blocked by Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with a hook from the clinch.
Ippo tries a knee to the head but Scorpion blocks it.
Silva Scorpion seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Scorpion scores with a shot to the side of Ippo's head.
Good body shot from Scorpion.
Ippo blocks a body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion working aggressively here.
Ippo lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Scorpion backwards.
Scorpion misses with a short punch on the inside.
Good body shot from Scorpion.
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!
Scorpion has a couple of punches blocked by Ippo.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but Ippo avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes. #T2#
Ippo using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Scorpion has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Ippo lands a hook that snaps the head of Scorpion backwards.
Ippo using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Scorpion has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Ippo lands a good knee to the midsection. Scorpion won't want to take too many of those.
Ippo missing with knees to the body.
Scorpion lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Ippo.
Scorpion struggles to land a body shot inside as Ippo controls his hands.
Ippo misses with some punches.
A shot in the inside from Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a head punch that misses.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Scorpion.
Scorpion tries to work over Ippo's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Scorpion blocking some punches.
Scorpion misses with a hook from the clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ippo throws a punch but it's blocked by Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Ippo backwards.
Ippo trying to land knees to the body.
Scorpion misses with the head strike.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Silva Scorpion will probably get the nod - 10:9.
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#
Scorpion looks to land a body kick but Ippo moved away.
A jab from Scorpion misses. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Scorpion pushes Ippo back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Ippo makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ippo.
Scorpion makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Scorpion scores with a nice hook to the head.
Scorpion has a couple of punches blocked by Ippo.
Scorpion takes a knee right on the jaw! #CUT#
It looks like Silva Scorpion has been cut.
A short right from Scorpion.
Scorpion scores with an uppercut up the middle.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A hook to the body from Scorpion.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a head punch that misses.
Ippo throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Scorpion blocks it with crossed arms.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Scorpion.
Ippo throws a punch but it's blocked by Scorpion. #T1#
Scorpion is working Ippo over against the ropes.
Ippo blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A knee to the head by Ippo.
Scorpion misses with a hook from the clinch.
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ippo is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
Ippo throws a knee to the head but misses.
Silva Scorpion is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ippo is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Scorpion is defending well for now.
Ippo lands with a light punch inside.
Ippo tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Ippo missing with knees to the body. #T2#
Ippo lands a right hand.
Scorpion lands a nice uppercut.
Ippo misses with a hook from the clinch.
Ippo is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Scorpion is defending well for now.
Scorpion managing to block the knees to the body from Ippo.
Scorpion throws a punch but it's blocked by Ippo.
Makunouchi Ippo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ippo throws a head punch that misses.
Ippo tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A head punch on the inside from Ippo fails to land.
Ippo throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Scorpion blocks it with crossed arms.
Ippo misses with some punches.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Silva Scorpion.
Well Scorpion 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 Luis Engracia scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Cesar scores the fight 28:30
Judge Thiago Cunha scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Silva Scorpion!

The defeated Makunouchi Ippo had this to say: 'you Win or you Learn and its time for me to retire '.

 

Event: RH55     
Date:   Jul 20, 2019
#R1#
Bonney swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Scorpion lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Bonney has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Bonney and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Bonney swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Scorpion dips to his left and cracks Bonney with an uppercut!
Bonney is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Scorpion.
Bonney misses with a body kick.
Scorpion looks for the body kick but Bonney saw that one coming.
Bonney ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Scorpion checks the leg kick.
Scorpion throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Bonney stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Bonney rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Scorpion moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Bonney's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Bonney duly obliges.
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!
Scorpion lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Scorpion lands a nice looking body kick.
Scorpion goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Scorpion lands with a kick to the ribs.
Scorpion blocks a low kick nicely.
Bonney avoids the body shot from Scorpion.
Bonney lands a leg kick that knocks Scorpion off balance momentarily.#T1#
Scorpion misses the shot to the body.
Bonney tries to bum rush Scorpion with a series of wild strikes but Scorpion uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#CL2#
Scorpion tries to keep at a distance but Bonney has taken the fight into the clinch.
Scorpion misses with a hook from the clinch.
Scorpion managing to block the knees to the body from Bonney.
Bonney throws a head punch that misses.
Bonney scores with a shot to the side of Scorpion's head.
Bonney lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Bonney lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Scorpion swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A left hand lands to the body for Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a head punch that misses.
Scorpion tries to work over Bonney's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Scorpion can't find room to land a body shot as Bonney controls the action.
Scorpion lands a left hand.
Bonney lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Scorpion misses with some punches.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bonney digs a right hand underneath Scorpion's ribcage. Scorpion let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Bonney lands a left hand. #T2#
Bonney blocks an uppercut.
Scorpion prevents a body shot from Bonney.
Scorpion has a couple of punches blocked by Bonney.
Bonney lands a shot to the body.
Bonney digs a right hand underneath Scorpion's ribcage. Scorpion let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A short left from Scorpion.
Scorpion has a couple of punches blocked by Bonney.
Scorpion misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bonney lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Bonney lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bonney.
Bonney with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Bonney blocking some punches.
Scorpion blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Bonney lands a knee to the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bonney can't find room to land a body shot as Scorpion controls the action.
Scorpion lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Scorpion lands a hook to the side of the head.
Scorpion softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Bonney lands a body punch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

William Henry Bonney dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Bonney lets loose with a powerful body kick. Scorpion will feel that in the morning.
Scorpion looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Scorpion takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Bonney throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand. #CUT2#
It looks like Silva Scorpion has been cut.
Some bone on bone action there as Scorpion checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Scorpion misses the shot to the body.
Bonney throws out a counter right but Scorpion avoids it with no problem.
Scorpion blocks the body kick.
Scorpion scores with a one two! Bonney had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Scorpion thuds his right hand into Bonney's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Bonney walks into a left hand.
Bonney takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Bonney tried to score with a low kick but Scorpion checks it.
Bonney wants to slow Scorpion down by chopping away at his legs.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Scorpion misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Bonney counters with a right hand to the body.
Scorpion doesn't manage to clinch there - Bonney circles away.
Scorpion looks for the body kick but Bonney saw that one coming.
Bonney throws out a counter right but Scorpion avoids it with no problem.
Scorpion is looking to land body kicks.
Bonney throws a body punch but Scorpion moves out of range.
Scorpion avoids the body shot from Bonney. #T1#
Bonney avoids a kick to the body.
Bonney unleashes a big counter combination but Scorpion bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Scorpion throws a right hand that misses
and Bonney counters with a body kick that stops Scorpion in his tracks momentarily.
Bonney throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Scorpion moves out of range as Bonney strikes.
William Henry Bonney seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Nice uppercut there from Scorpion.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Bonney.
Scorpion takes a swing at Bonney's ribcage but misses.
Scorpion looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Bonney misses with a low kick.
Scorpion scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#CL2#
Scorpion tries to keep at a distance but Bonney has taken the fight into the clinch.
Bonney prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
Bonney scores with a nice hook to the head.
Bonney has a couple of punches blocked by Scorpion.
Scorpion struggles to land a body shot inside as Bonney controls his hands.
Scorpion lands a hook that snaps the head of Bonney backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Scorpion. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bonney blocks an uppercut.
Scorpion blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Scorpion takes a shot to the head.
A short right from Bonney on the inside.
A shot in the inside from Scorpion.
Scorpion working aggressively here.
Scorpion prevents a body shot from Bonney.
Bonney tries to throw a body punch but Scorpion avoids it by throwing Bonney back against the ropes.
Scorpion can't find room to land a body shot as Bonney controls the action.
Bonney lands a body punch.
A right handed body shot lands from Scorpion.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Bonney looking to slow down the pace here.
Scorpion working some nice short punches in the clinch.#BC#
Scorpion pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bonney throws the left hand but Scorpion avoids the punch easily.
It looked like Scorpion was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bonney. Scorpion does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bonney moves out of range of the body kick from Scorpion.
As Scorpion backs off Bonney throws a huge counter combo but Scorpion manages to avoid it all.
Nice uppercut there from Scorpion.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but William Henry Bonney will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Silva Scorpion's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Scorpion lands with an overhand left.
Silva Scorpion has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Scorpion swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Scorpion scores with a spinning back kick!
Scorpion on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Scorpion moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Scorpion with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Donk. Scorpion catches Bonney right on the button with a cross.#CL2#
Bonney instigates a clinch.
Bonney lands a body shot.
Scorpion misses with some punches.
Scorpion struggles to land a body shot inside as Bonney controls his hands.
Bonney working aggressively here.
Scorpion blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Scorpion blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
A shot in the inside from Bonney.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#BC2#
Bonney escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Scorpion steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bonney.#CL#
Scorpion instigates a clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Scorpion. #T1#
Bonney prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
A shot in the inside from Scorpion.
Bonney with a knee to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Scorpion.
Bonney makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Bonney lands a right hand.
A nice left hand lands by Bonney.
Bonney blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Bonney lands a body shot in the clinch.
Bonney's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Bonney tries to work over Scorpion's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Scorpion prevents a body shot from Bonney.
Bonney is looking to control Scorpion's arms but Scorpion gets an underhook and turns him. Now Bonney has his back to the ropes.
Bonney misses with the head strike. #BC2#
Bonney breaks the clinch.
Bonney tries to clinch but Scorpion moves out of range.
Bonney misses with the combination.
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!
Scorpion fails in his attempt to clinch. #T2#
A slapping body kick lands there for Scorpion.
Scorpion bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Scorpion throws a wild body kick that Bonney sees coming a mile off.
Bonney moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Bonney looks to score with a jab to the body but Scorpion is just out of range.
An inside leg kick from Scorpion misses.
Scorpion fakes the leg kick and cracks Bonney in the body.
Scorpion shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Bonney attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Bonney throws a leg kick which misses Scorpion's front leg but catches the back leg as Scorpion tries to avoid it.
Bonney swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Scorpion.
Bonney tries to bum rush Scorpion with a series of wild strikes but Scorpion uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A quick step to the side and Scorpion tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bonney moves forwards but Scorpion connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Scorpion takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Scorpion tries to clinch but Bonney is having none of it.
Bonney throws a counter combo.
Scorpion looks to land a right hand but Bonney moved out of range.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to William Henry Bonney.
Well Bonney 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 Mauricio Rocha scores the fight 27:30
Judge Emerson Jorge scores the fight 27:30
Judge Luis Engracia scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by split decision... William Henry Bonney!

A very excited looking William Henry Bonney 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: RH44     
Date:   Jun 29, 2019
#R1#
The fighters circling - Scorpion throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Vamoosh throws a head kick but Scorpion moves out of range.
Scorpion looks to land a body kick but Vamoosh moved away.
Vamoosh uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Scorpion.
Vamoosh loads up on a big right hand but Scorpion slips the punch.
Vamoosh scores with a body shot.
Donk. Scorpion catches Vamoosh right on the button with a cross.
Scorpion looks to throw the jab but Vamoosh is out of range.
A left lands for Scorpion.
Vamoosh tries a head kick but it misses.
Scorpion throws a hook but Vamoosh blocks it.
Scorpion swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Vamoosh thuds a left hand into Scorpion's body.
Vamoosh takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Scorpion bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Vamoosh staying out of range there.
Scorpion misses with a body punch
and Vamoosh counters with a lovely straight right hand!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Scorpion pivots, looking for a leg kick but Vamoosh is out of range and Scorpion settles back down.
Vamoosh throws a low kick, looking for Scorpion's leg but Scorpion calmly moves out of range.
Vamoosh has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Vamoosh moves out of range of the strikes.
Scorpion throws a combination. Vamoosh tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Scorpion has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Canadian Elite Bruins Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Vamoosh lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash. #T1#
Vamoosh scores with a one two! Scorpion had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Vamoosh throws a wild body kick that Scorpion sees coming a mile off.
Scorpion lands a head kick. Vamoosh smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Scorpion defending well as Vamoosh loads up on a big left hand.
Scorpion tries to clinch but Vamoosh is having none of it.
Scorpion on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Vamoosh misses with a head kick.
Scorpion tries a head kick but it misses.
Scorpion blocks a jab.
Vamoosh blocks a head kick by Scorpion.
Vamoosh scores with a jab. Scorpion acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Vamoosh cracks Scorpion with a right hand to the side of the head.
Scorpion throws a head kick but Vamoosh moves out of range.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Vamoosh takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Vamoosh throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Vamoosh crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Scorpion - the referee stops the clock and Vamoosh gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Scorpion. Vamoosh manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Vamoosh throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scorpion pivots, looking for a leg kick but Vamoosh is out of range and Scorpion settles back down.
Scorpion avoids the head kick by Vamoosh.
Scorpion takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Silva Scorpion seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
Scorpion throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Scorpion throws a head kick but Vamoosh moves out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Vamoosh! But no joy.
Scorpion staying out of range there.
Scorpion dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Vamoosh. That did some damage!
Vamoosh explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Nice defenses there by Vamoosh.
Scorpion swings for the body but Vamoosh moves out of range.
Vamoosh misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Scorpion goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
And Vamoosh responds with a good body kick, but Scorpion manages to step out the way in time.
Scorpion scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Scorpion thuds his shin into the meat of Vamoosh's side.
Vamoosh tries a head kick but it misses.
Scorpion dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Vamoosh connects with a high kick.
Scorpion avoids a kick to the body.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Scorpion misses the shot to the body.
Scorpion throws a leg kick but Vamoosh moved away.
Vamoosh throws a body shot but no joy.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Scorpion takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
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 Silva Scorpion will probably get the nod.
That's time! Scorpion's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Scorpion scores with a kick to the body.
Vamoosh throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scorpion throws a quick counter kick to the body but Vamoosh avoids it.
Scorpion thuds his shin into the meat of Vamoosh's side.
Vamoosh pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Vamoosh takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Scorpion lands a nice leg kick that just misses Vamoosh's sensitive parts.
Scorpion misses with a body shot.
Vamoosh misses with an uppercut. Scorpion saw that one coming.
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Vamoosh moves away.
Vamoosh fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Scorpion is out of range.
Vamoosh throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Scorpion throws a looping overhand right but Vamoosh ducks down to avoid it.
Vamoosh swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Vamoosh looks to land a right hand but Scorpion moved out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Scorpion rushes Vamoosh and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Scorpion.
Scorpion fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
Vamoosh blocks a body shot from Scorpion.
A short uppercut from Vamoosh. #T1#
A head punch on the inside from Scorpion fails to land.
Scorpion lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Vamoosh backwards.
A left hand lands to the body for Vamoosh.
Scorpion scores with an uppercut up the middle.#BC2#
Vamoosh breaks from the clinch.
Vamoosh tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Vamoosh on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Scorpion listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Vamoosh will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Vamoosh throws a head kick that misses.
Scorpion throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Scorpion avoids the head kick by Vamoosh.
Vamoosh throws a big shot that misses.
Vamoosh comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Scorpion misses with a kick to the body. #CL#
Scorpion gets a 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!
Vamoosh blocking some punches.
Scorpion lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Vamoosh lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Vamoosh stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.#T2##BC2#
Vamoosh breaks from the clinch.
Silva Scorpion is winning the standup battle so far.
Vamoosh misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Scorpion.
Scorpion takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Vamoosh moves away from the strike by Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Scorpion tries to close the distance and clinch up but Vamoosh swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Vamoosh on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Scorpion lands with a nice body punch.
Scorpion scores with a shot to the body.
Vamoosh lands a right hook to the body.
Vamoosh throws a head kick but Scorpion moves out of range.
Vamoosh will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Scorpion just misses with a punch to the body.
A swing and a miss from Scorpion.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion lands a nice shot that snaps Vamoosh's head back.
Vamoosh blocks the body kick.
Scorpion misses with a body kick.
The fighters circling - Scorpion throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Scorpion avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Scorpion cracks the inside of Vamoosh's front leg.
Scorpion lunges at Vamoosh with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Vamoosh's hand.
Scorpion tries to close the distance and clinch but Vamoosh swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Scorpion looks to land a left hand but Vamoosh moved out of range nicely.
Scorpion takes a shot to the body in his stride.
A slow jab from Scorpion misses its intended target.
Scorpion tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Vamoosh was well out of range. Poor timing from Scorpion.
Vamoosh lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Vamoosh tries to land a front kick but Scorpion steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Scorpion is looking to counter with head kicks.
Vamoosh moves out of range of the body kick.
Scorpion looks to throw a body kick
and Vamoosh counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Vamoosh lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Scorpion attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Vamoosh avoids the body shot from Scorpion.
A head kick misses from Scorpion.
Vamoosh looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
It looked like Scorpion wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Scorpion throws a push kick but Vamoosh slaps the foot to one side.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Scorpion with a nice cross.
Vamoosh throws a push kick but Scorpion slaps the foot to one side. #T1#
Scorpion throws a body shot but no joy.
Scorpion throws an off balance right hand
enabling Vamoosh to counter with a crisp jab.
Scorpion misses with an attempted mid kick.
Scorpion lands a nice looking kick to the body. Vamoosh takes a step back to recover.
A punch combination from Vamoosh misses.
Vamoosh throws a head kick but Scorpion moves out of range.
Scorpion tries to clinch there but Vamoosh circles away.
Vamoosh works Scorpion's body with a nice hook.
Scorpion takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Scorpion lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Ravi Vamoosh has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Silva Scorpion is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Scorpion lands with an uppercut that bounces Vamoosh off the ropes and back into range.
Vamoosh circles away from the clinch attempt.
Nice shot lands for Scorpion.
Vamoosh swinging wildly here.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A jab from Scorpion misses.
Scorpion fails to land with a series of punches.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Scorpion.
Vamoosh is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Scorpion moves away from the strike by Vamoosh. #T2#
Scorpion blocks a head kick by Vamoosh.
Scorpion takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Scorpion scoring well with a low kick there.
Scorpion lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Vamoosh at a distance.
Vamoosh takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
A head kick misses from Vamoosh.
Vamoosh swings for the body but Scorpion moves out of range.
Vamoosh lands a head kick!
Vamoosh looks to land a combination but Scorpion avoids it well.
Vamoosh has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Scorpion.
Scorpion fails with an attempt to clinch.
Scorpion misses with a body kick.
Scorpion lands with an overhand left.
A head kick misses from Vamoosh.
Vamoosh throws a head kick but Scorpion moves out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Vamoosh on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Scorpion. Scorpion obviously looking to wear him down.
Vamoosh throws a looping overhand right but Scorpion ducks down to avoid it.
Scorpion listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Scorpion throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.

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 Silva Scorpion.
Well Scorpion 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 Emerson Jorge scores the fight 29:28
Judge Luis Engracia scores the fight 30:27
Judge Alexandre Firmino scores the fight 30:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Silva Scorpion!

 

Event: RH34     
Date:   Jun 08, 2019
#R1#
Scorpion throws an overhand right that lands on Musashi's shoulder, as Musashi tries to avoid the shot.
Scorpion throws a nice looking combination but Musashi bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Musashi unleashes a big counter combination but Scorpion bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Musashi, as that shot connected.
Musashi connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#CL#
Scorpion has closed the distance and engaged Musashi in a clinch.
A short right from Musashi. #BC2#
Musashi breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Musashi moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Musashi scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
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!
Scorpion throws a body shot but no joy.
Musashi moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Scorpion lands a two punch combo. #CUT#
It looks like Miyamoto Musashi has been cut.
Musashi throws a shot from downtown. Scorpion moves away and avoids it.
Musashi lunges at Scorpion with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Scorpion's hand.
Nice uppercut there from Musashi.
Scorpion throws a hook to the side of Musashi's head but Musashi sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Musashi swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Scorpion lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Scorpion keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Musashi paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#T1#
Scorpion tries to clinch but Musashi moves out of range.
Scorpion throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Musashi on the side of the head.
Scorpion throws a leg kick but Musashi sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Scorpion takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Scorpion swings for the body but Musashi moves out of range.
Musashi looks to land a left hand but Scorpion moved out of range nicely.#CL#
Scorpion clinches.
Musashi prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Musashi is trying to break free.#BC2#
Musashi pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Scorpion takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
A swing and a miss from Musashi.
Musashi swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Musashi throws a right hand that Scorpion ducks under and follows up with a left that Scorpion also avoids with ease.
Scorpion tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Musashi throws a right and a left that both miss.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Scorpion lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Musashi throws a leg kick that is checked
and Scorpion cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T2#
Musashi misses with a looping left.
Silva Scorpion seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Scorpion on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Musashi connects with a looping right hand.
Musashi scoring well with a low kick there.
Musashi keeps the fight on the outside.#CL#
Scorpion clinches.
Scorpion can't find room to land a body shot as Musashi controls the action.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but Musashi avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes. #BC2#
Musashi's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Musashi wants to land a leg kick but Scorpion is out of range.
Musashi works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Scorpion throws a lazy right hand but Musashi sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Musashi dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Scorpion throws a chopping leg kick but Musashi manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Musashi with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Musashi lands a glancing blow to the side of Scorpion's head.
Musashi on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Musashi on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Scorpion connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Miyamoto Musashi will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Miyamoto Musashi's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Scorpion misses with a looping right.#CL#
Scorpion drives through and clinches with Musashi against the ropes.
Musashi lands a left hand that snaps the head of Scorpion backwards.
Musashi scores with a shoulder strike. #BC2#
Musashi pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Scorpion throws a chopping leg kick but Musashi manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Musashi scores with a punch to the head.
Musashi throws a lazy right hand but Scorpion sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Miyamoto Musashi seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Musashi scores with the left hand. Scorpion knows he should have avoided that one.
Scorpion thumps Musashi with a low kick.
Musashi misses with a hook. Scorpion ducked under it nicely.
A little feinted left hand from Scorpion on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Musashi throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Scorpion sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A thudding body kick lands there by Scorpion!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scorpion lands with a straight right. Musashi didn't see that one coming.
Musashi misses with a double jab
and Scorpion counters with a straight right hand.
Scorpion throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Musashi scores with a punch to the head.
Scorpion tries to clinch up.#T1#
Musashi fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Scorpion on the side of the head.
Scorpion listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
A jab from Musashi misses.
Scorpion misses the shot to the body.
Scorpion ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
It looked like Scorpion was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Musashi.#CL#
Scorpion moves into range and clinches up with Musashi.#BC2#
Musashi pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A jab from Musashi misses.
Musashi avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Scorpion misses with a leg kick.
Scorpion throws a sloppy head kick and Musashi moves out of range easily.
Scorpion tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Musashi paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Musashi appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Musashi rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Scorpion counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Musashi misses with a jab, cross combination.
Musashi thows a left - swing and a miss!
Musashi throws a jab when Scorpion was well out of range.
It looks like Scorpion has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
A chopping leg kick lands by Musashi.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Scorpion misses with a wild body shot.
Musashi throws a hook but Scorpion blocks it.#T2##CL#
Scorpion clinches.
Scorpion blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A frustrated look appears on Musashi's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Scorpion blocking some punches.
Musashi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Musashi misses with a punch on the inside.
Scorpion goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #BC2#
Musashi breaks the clinch. #CL#
Scorpion gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Scorpion lands with a left to the head.
Scorpion tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC2#
Musashi breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Scorpion dodges the punch combination from Musashi.
Scorpion scores with the left hand. Musashi knows he should have avoided that one. #CUT#
That has opened up Miyamoto Musashi's cut even more.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Musashi misses with a few strikes there.
Scorpion cracks Musashi with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Scorpion throws the left hand but Musashi avoids the punch easily.
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 Silva Scorpion will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Miyamoto Musashi's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Musashi circles away from the clinch attempt.
Musashi tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Scorpion drops his hands momentarily and Musashi takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Scorpion misses with a two punch combination.
Good work by Musashi as he checks the leg kick.
Scorpion fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Musashi.
Scorpion tries to close the distance and clinch but Musashi swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Scorpion wants to clinch up but Musashi keeps it at a distance.
Scorpion tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Musashi lands a nice hook to Scorpion's body. Scorpion takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Musashi takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Scorpion bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Scorpion lands with a shot to the body. #CL#
Scorpion has closed the distance and engaged Musashi in a clinch.
Scorpion misses with a short punch on the inside.
This has been an exciting period of action!#BC2#
Musashi escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Decent striking displayed by Musashi there.
Scorpion fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Musashi manages to avoid it.
Musashi misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too. #T1#
A combination from Scorpion does no damage.
Scorpion throws a head kick that misses.
Musashi slips under a jab from Scorpion.
Musashi wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Scorpion misses with a low kick.
Scorpion misses with a low kick.
Musashi goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Musashi scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Scorpion ducks under a wild hook from Musashi.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Musashi, as that shot connected.
Scorpion missing with a left hand there. Musashi was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Musashi is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
The fight stays on the outside here - Scorpion looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Musashi let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Musashi takes a swing at Scorpion's ribcage but misses.
Musashi avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Scorpion throws a lazy head kick
and Musashi counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Scorpion lands with a slapping head kick. #T2#
Scorpion is looking to clinch.
Musashi just misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion lands with a slapping head kick.
Scorpion walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Musashi checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Decent striking displayed by Musashi there.
Scorpion ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#CL#
Scorpion gets in close and instigates a clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Musashi.
Musashi makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Musashi softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Musashi prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with some punches.
Musashi swings wildly with an uppercut but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scorpion throws a head punch that misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Musashi is trying to break free.
A short left from Scorpion.
Scorpion struggles to land a body shot inside as Musashi controls his hands.
Scorpion lands an uppercut.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Miyamoto Musashi.
I think Musashi 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 Paulo Santos scores the fight 29:29
Judge Mauricio Rocha scores the fight 28:30
Judge Leandro Rodrigues scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Miyamoto Musashi!

 

Event: RH23     
Date:   May 18, 2019
#R1#
Ramos wants to slow Scorpion down by chopping away at his legs.
Good standup being displayed there by Ramos as he connects with a hook.
Ramos has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Scorpion is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Scorpion takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Jab, jab by Scorpion - just one landing.
Scorpion fails in his attempt to clinch.
Ramos appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Ramos throws out a leg kick but Scorpion moves out of range and Ramos only half commits.
Ramos throws out a loose jab but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scorpion throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Decent striking displayed by Ramos there.
Ramos blocks a head kick by Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with a straight right. #CL#
Scorpion clinches.
I was talking to Scorpion's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
A short body shot lands from Scorpion as the two fighters clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A head punch blocked on the inside by Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with a hook from the clinch.
Scorpion goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A head punch on the inside from Scorpion fails to land.
Ramos has a couple of punches blocked by Scorpion.
Ramos prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
Ramos blocks an uppercut.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.#T1#
Ramos lands a nice shot to the body.
Ramos misses with the head strike. #BC#
Scorpion breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Ramos misses with a wild body shot.
Ramos avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Scorpion swings away with a body shot that misses
and Ramos counters with a nice uppercut.
Scorpion scores with a jab to the head.
Ramos takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Scorpion throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Ramos's head.#ROC#
Ramos is rocked!
Scorpion connects with a quick right hand that sends Ramos tumbling backwards onto the canvas! As his head bounces into the ropes, it doesn't look good for him beating the count! 3,4,5,6,7 and he's up! No, he's back down again! This one is all over - the referee has called off the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Silva Scorpion!
The defeated Jacinto Ramos had this to say: 'Big heart, determined '.

 

Event: RH15     
Date:   Apr 24, 2019
#R1#
Wor Sangprapai throws a nice looking combination but Scorpion bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Wor Sangprapai moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Scorpion takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure. #CL#
Wor Sangprapai closes the distance and clinches.
Wor Sangprapai goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Scorpion tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
With the two fighters working up against the ropes, Wor Sangprapai just misses with a elbow thrown towards Scorpion's brow.
I was talking to Wor Sangprapai's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Wor Sangprapai blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Scorpion has a couple of punches blocked by Wor Sangprapai.
Scorpion tries to work over Wor Sangprapai's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A head punch on the inside from Wor Sangprapai fails to land.
Scorpion has a couple of punches blocked by Wor Sangprapai.
Scorpion blocking some punches.
Scorpion lands with a left to the head. #BC#
Wor Sangprapai breaks from the clinch.
Scorpion lands a right hook to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Wor Sangprapai misses with a looping right.
A nice side step and Scorpion releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Silva Scorpion seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A swing and a miss from Scorpion.
Wor Sangprapai throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Scorpion darts in trying to clinch
and Wor Sangprapai cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T1#
Scorpion fails to land with a series of punches.
Scorpion takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Scorpion delivers a nice body kick.
Scorpion defending well as Wor Sangprapai loads up on a big left hand.
A little jabbing left from Scorpion on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Scorpion misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Wor Sangprapai.
A solid leg kick lands there for Scorpion.
Scorpion tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Wor Sangprapai manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Scorpion avoids the head kick by Wor Sangprapai.
Wor Sangprapai takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Wor Sangprapai throws a good cross that connects.
Wor Sangprapai throws a shot to the body.
Scorpion throws a shot to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Good standup being displayed there by Wor Sangprapai as he connects with a hook.
Wor Sangprapai lands with a slapping head kick. #CL2#
Scorpion closes the distance and clinches.
Scorpion tries a body shot but Wor Sangprapai blocks it. #T2#
Scorpion misses with some punches.
Wor Sangprapai blocking some punches.
Scorpion scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Scorpion lands a shot to the body.
Scorpion tries a body shot but Wor Sangprapai blocks it.
Wor Sangprapai misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Wor Sangprapai landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Scorpion. #BC#
Wor Sangprapai breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Scorpion throws out a powerful jab.
Scorpion moves into range and connects with a jab.
Scorpion connects with a body shot that sends Wor Sangprapai's belly button to the back.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion lands a slapping body shot.
Scorpion takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Scorpion scores with a jab to the head.
Scorpion lands a leg kick that knocks Wor Sangprapai off balance momentarily.
Scorpion throws a jab when Wor Sangprapai was well out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Silva Scorpion will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Wor Sangprapai lands with a thumping leg kick.
Scorpion misses with a left hand
and Wor Sangprapai counters with a series of strikes. Scorpion will be more careful next time no doubt.
Wor Sangprapai avoids the head kick by Scorpion.
Wor Sangprapai connects with a body shot that sends Scorpion's belly button to the back.
Wor Sangprapai lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
A head kick misses from Scorpion. #CL#
Wor Sangprapai closes the distance and pushes Scorpion back into the ropes.
Wor Sangprapai struggles to land a body shot inside as Scorpion controls his hands.
A short left from Scorpion.
A hook to the body from Scorpion.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Scorpion creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Wor Sangprapai lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Scorpion backwards.
Scorpion working aggressively here.
Wor Sangprapai is trying to break the clinch but Scorpion is controlling him.
Wor Sangprapai's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Scorpion lands with a light punch inside. #ROC2#
Wor Sangprapai is rocked!
Wor Sangprapai lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Oh Wor Sangprapai is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Silva Scorpion seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Wor Sangprapai seems to have got his legs back now.#T1#
Wor Sangprapai blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A right handed body shot lands from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands with a short shot to the head.
Scorpion goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A head punch on the inside from Scorpion fails to land.
Scorpion tries to work over Wor Sangprapai's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC#
Wor Sangprapai breaks the clinch.
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Scorpion buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick. #CL#
Wor Sangprapai pushes Scorpion up against the ropes in a clinch.#BC#
Wor Sangprapai breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Wor Sangprapai uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Scorpion.
Scorpion fakes the leg kick and cracks Wor Sangprapai in the body.
Scorpion buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick. #CL2#
Scorpion 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!
Scorpion misses with the head strike.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but Wor Sangprapai avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes. #T2#
Scorpion misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Scorpion misses with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Wor Sangprapai is looking to break free of the clinch but Scorpion has double underhooks.
Scorpion lands with a right to the head.
Wor Sangprapai struggles to land a body shot inside as Scorpion controls his hands.
Scorpion works on Wor Sangprapai's body with a couple of short punches.
Scorpion fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC#
Wor Sangprapai breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A head kick misses from Scorpion. #CL2#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Scorpion moves into the clinch successfully.
A short right from Scorpion.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion misses with a short punch on the inside.
Wor Sangprapai misses with a knee to the head.
Scorpion goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Wor Sangprapai misses with a knee to the head.
Scorpion misses with a short punch on the inside.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Scorpion turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Wor Sangprapai misses with a head kick.
Scorpion changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Scorpion throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Wor Sangprapai counter with a right hand.
Scorpion uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Wor Sangprapai.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Scorpion.
A head kick from Wor Sangprapai lands but Scorpion takes it in his stride.
Nice defenses there by Scorpion.
Scorpion does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Wor Sangprapai tries a head kick but it misses.
Scorpion swings for the body but Wor Sangprapai moves out of range.
The Lek Wor Sangprapai is winning the standup battle so far.
Wor Sangprapai swings for the body but Scorpion moves out of range.
Scorpion works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Wor Sangprapai steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Scorpion.
Wor Sangprapai moves out of range of the body kick from Scorpion.
Wor Sangprapai was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Scorpion missing with a left hand there. Wor Sangprapai was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Scorpion tries to clinch up but Wor Sangprapai circles away and keeps his distance.
Wor Sangprapai was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Scorpion moves in looking to clinch but Wor Sangprapai pushes him off.#T1#
Scorpion misses with an uppercut.
Wor Sangprapai stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Scorpion lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Wor Sangprapai at a distance.
Wor Sangprapai takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Wor Sangprapai pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Scorpion is looking to clinch but Wor Sangprapai is avoiding it.
Wor Sangprapai seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
A big left from Scorpion misses.
Wor Sangprapai throws a lazy right hand but Scorpion sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Silva Scorpion is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Scorpion throws a body shot but no joy.
Scorpion slips a jab from Wor Sangprapai.
Wor Sangprapai scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Scorpion doesn't seem bothered though.
Scorpion tries to close the distance and clinch but Wor Sangprapai swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Wor Sangprapai rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Scorpion moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Wor Sangprapai misses the shot to the body.
Wor Sangprapai throws a nice looking combination but Scorpion bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Scorpion blocks a head kick by Wor Sangprapai. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Scorpion tries to clinch up.
Wor Sangprapai looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Wor Sangprapai throws a head kick but Scorpion moves out of range.
Scorpion on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Scorpion lands a really nice looking cross but Wor Sangprapai seems unphased.
A head kick misses from Wor Sangprapai.
The Lek Wor Sangprapai is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Scorpion tries to close the distance and clinch but Wor Sangprapai swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Wor Sangprapai throws a sloppy head kick and Scorpion moves out of range easily.
The Lek Wor Sangprapai has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Wor Sangprapai moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#CL2#
Scorpion gets a clinch.
Wor Sangprapai struggles to land a body shot inside as Scorpion controls his hands.
Wor Sangprapai wants to break free but Scorpion has control.
Scorpion lands a right hand that snaps the head of Wor Sangprapai backwards.
Wor Sangprapai tries to break the clinch but Scorpion is controlling the position.
Wor Sangprapai struggles to land a body shot inside as Scorpion controls his hands.

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 The Lek Wor Sangprapai.
I think Scorpion 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 Paulo Santos scores the fight 28:29
Judge Seu Braga scores the fight 28:29
Judge Luis Engracia scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Silva Scorpion!

In defeat, The Lek Wor Sangprapai stepped up to the mic, saying 'Thank you'.

 

Event: RH9     
Date:   Apr 06, 2019
#R1#
Scorpion showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Johnson.
Johnson has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Johnson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Scorpion lands with a hook. Johnson tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Johnson blocks a head kick by Scorpion.
Johnson scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Johnson avoids the head kick by Scorpion.
Johnson throws a leg kick
and Scorpion counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Scorpion slips a straight right by Johnson.
Scorpion misses with a double jab
and Johnson counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Scorpion throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Johnson sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A low kick from Scorpion misses
and Johnson counters with a one-two to the body.
Johnson scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
A lazy left from Johnson finds it's target.
Johnson looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Scorpion fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Johnson misses with an uppercut.
Sloppy strikes from Scorpion. Those never looked like landing. #T1#
Scorpion tries to clinch up but Johnson circles away and keeps his distance.
Scorpion turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Johnson moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Johnson throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Johnson throws a leg kick but Scorpion sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Johnson avoids the head kick by Scorpion.
Johnson stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Scorpion.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Scorpion throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Johnson sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Scorpion walks into a jab.
Johnson lands with a shot to the body.
Scorpion scores with a shot to the body.
Scorpion tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Scorpion fails with an attempt to clinch.
Johnson throws a big counter combination but Scorpion scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
That kick from Scorpion tenderised Johnson's leg. Johnson is trying to keep his angry face on.
Johnson misses with a few strikes there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The fighters circling - Johnson throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Scorpion misses the jab.
Johnson jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T2#
Scorpion uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Johnson.
Scorpion fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Johnson manages to avoid it.
Johnson cracks Scorpion with an open hand slap.
Johnson scores with a crisp jab that stopped Scorpion in his tracks. #CL2#
Scorpion clinches with his opponent.
Scorpion lands a left hand.
Johnson blocks an uppercut.
A hook to the body from Scorpion.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Scorpion throws a punch but it's blocked by Johnson.
Scorpion lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Johnson or not.
Scorpion struggles to land a body shot inside as Johnson controls his hands.
A head punch on the inside from Scorpion fails to land.
Scorpion lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Johnson backwards.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Johnson is trying to break free.
Johnson misses with a punch on the inside.
Scorpion lands a body shot in the clinch.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Scorpion.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Silva Scorpion will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2##CL2#
Scorpion clinches.
Johnson misses with a body punch.
Johnson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Scorpion misses with a hook to the ribs.
Johnson wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Scorpion softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Scorpion lands a left hand.
Scorpion working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Johnson.
Scorpion misses with a short punch on the inside.
Johnson wants to break free but Scorpion has control.
Scorpion blocks a punch to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Scorpion.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Johnson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Scorpion doesn't manage to clinch there - Johnson circles away.
Johnson throwing a counter right hand but Scorpion manages to avoid it.
An inside leg kick lands from Scorpion.
Scorpion moves away from the strike by Johnson.
Scorpion throws a sloppy head kick and Johnson moves out of range easily.
Johnson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Scorpion was well out of range. Poor timing from Johnson.
Nick Johnson is winning the standup battle so far.
Johnson takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there. #T1#
Scorpion is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Johnson missing with a left hand there. Scorpion was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A little jabbing left from Scorpion on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Scorpion finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Scorpion is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Scorpion throws a wild body kick that Johnson sees coming a mile off.
Johnson throws a head kick that misses.
Johnson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Scorpion sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Scorpion misses with a wild body shot.
Johnson avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Scorpion throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Johnson stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Johnson slips a jab from Scorpion.
Scorpion takes a swing at Johnson's ribcage but misses.
Scorpion tries a head kick but it misses.
Johnson moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Johnson on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Johnson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T2#
Johnson lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Johnson takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Johnson scoring well with a low kick there.
Scorpion wants to clinch up but Johnson keeps it at a distance.
Johnson throws a series of punches but Scorpion moves out of range.
Scorpion throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Johnson sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Scorpion tries to land a leg kick but Johnson saw it coming and moves away.
Johnson seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Johnson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
It looked like Johnson was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Scorpion swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Silva Scorpion seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A punch combination from Scorpion misses.
Johnson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Scorpion was well out of range. Poor timing from Johnson.
Johnson misses with a hook.
Scorpion misses with a head kick.
Johnson misses the jab.
Danga de danga de dang - Johnson scores with a four punch combination!#CL2#
Scorpion forces Johnson back against the ropes and clinches.
Johnson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Good exchange - Johnson coming out on top.
Nick Johnson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Johnson swats away the attempt to clinch by Scorpion.
Scorpion loads up on a big right hand but Johnson slips the punch.
Scorpion throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Scorpion wants to clinch.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.#CL2#
Scorpion moves into the clinch.
Johnson working aggressively here.
Johnson scores with an uppercut up the middle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice body punch from Johnson - that landed with a thud.
Johnson blocking some punches.
Scorpion lands an uppercut.
Johnson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A nice left hand lands by Scorpion. #T1#
Scorpion blocks an uppercut.
The referee calls for Johnson to work.
Johnson's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A right hook to the body lands for Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with a punch to the body.
Johnson misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion lands with a short shot to the head.
Johnson lands a left hand.
Silva Scorpion is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Scorpion blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Johnson.
Johnson tries to circle away but Scorpion has him pinned against the ropes.
Johnson misses with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Scorpion has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Johnson seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Scorpion can turn it around.
Johnson throws a head punch that misses. #T2#
Scorpion lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Johnson has a couple of punches blocked by Scorpion.
Johnson misses with a short punch on the inside.
Johnson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Johnson.
A short body shot lands from Johnson as the two fighters clinch.
Johnson goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Johnson working aggressively here.
Johnson is trying to force a seperation but Scorpion has the dominant position.
Johnson misses with a hook to the ribs.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Scorpion.

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 Nick Johnson.
I think Scorpion 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 Matheus Silva scores the fight 28:29
Judge Leandro Rodrigues scores the fight 28:29
Judge Luis Engracia scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Silva Scorpion!

 

Event: RH3     
Date:   Mar 16, 2019
#R1#
Scorpion throws a body shot but no joy.
Haller throws the kick towards the body but Scorpion avoids it.
A low kick from Scorpion is predictable there
and Haller counters with a nice body shot.
Haller punishes Scorpion's body with a nice straight punch.
Scorpion misses with a wild body shot.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Scorpion throws a chopping leg kick but Haller manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
A swing and a miss from Scorpion.
Scorpion feints and then cracks Haller's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Haller down.
Haller throws a sloppy head kick and Scorpion moves out of range easily.
Haller cracks Scorpion with a right hand to the side of the head.
Haller scores with a nice body kick.
Haller scoring well with a low kick there.
Haller lands a nice hook to Scorpion's body. Scorpion takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Scorpion cracks Haller with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Scorpion misses with a lunging right hand
and Haller counters with a leg kick. #CL2#
Scorpion takes the fight into the clinch.
Haller tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Scorpion tries a body shot but Haller blocks it.
Scorpion throws a punch but it's blocked by Haller.
Haller lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty! #CUT#
It looks like Silva Scorpion has been cut.#T1#
Haller blocks a body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Scorpion presses Haller against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Scorpion blocks a body shot from Haller.
Scorpion throws a head punch that misses.
Scorpion misses with a hook to the ribs.
Scorpion goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Haller misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Scorpion.
Haller throws an elbow but it misses.
Haller prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
Haller blocking some punches.
Scorpion has a couple of punches blocked by Haller.
Haller misses with a body punch.
Haller lands a hook to the side of the head.
Scorpion takes a knee right on the jaw!
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Haller tries to throw a body punch but Scorpion avoids it by throwing Haller back against the ropes.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Scorpion.
Haller misses with a knee to the head.
A short right from Haller.
Scorpion working aggressively here. #T2#
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Scorpion swings wildly with an uppercut but Haller uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scorpion swings wildly with an uppercut but Haller uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nice body punch from Scorpion - that landed with a thud.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Still in the clinch, Scorpion scores with a nice short uppercut.
Haller presses Scorpion against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Scorpion blocks an elbow strike from Haller.
Haller lands an elbow that stopped Scorpion in his tracks for a moment.
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
Scorpion goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Haller is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Scorpion works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Haller landing some nice looking knees to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Haller blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Scorpion throws a punch but it's blocked by Haller.
Scorpion struggles to land a body shot inside as Haller controls his hands.
Haller is leaning against Scorpion and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Scorpion looks winded!
Scorpion takes an elbow to the forehead.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

David Haller dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Silva Scorpion's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2##CL#
Haller moves into the clinch successfully.
Haller lands a knee to the body.
Haller lands an uppercut.
Haller misses with an elbow strike.
With the fighters up against the ropes, Haller throws an elbow but misses.
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
David Haller has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Haller is working Scorpion over against the ropes.
Scorpion has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Haller seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Scorpion can turn it around.
Scorpion goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Haller connects with a nasty looking knee right to Scorpion's face.
Haller throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Scorpions head.
Haller misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Scorpion.
Scorpion works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Scorpion lands with a left to the head.
Haller lands a hook that snaps the head of Scorpion backwards.
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 short right from Scorpion on the inside.
A shot in the inside from Haller.
Nice elbow from Haller.
Haller prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion blocks an elbow strike.
Scorpion misses with the head strike.
Haller working some nice short punches in the clinch.#T1#
Scorpion prevents a body shot from Haller.
Scorpion throws a punch but it's blocked by Haller.
Haller creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Scorpion's defenses.
Scorpion misses with the head strike.
Scorpion fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Haller tries to work over Scorpion's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Scorpion goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Scorpion lands a right hand.
Scorpion swings wildly with an uppercut but Haller uses good head movement to avoid it.
Haller throws an elbow that misses.
Haller using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Scorpion has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Haller softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Haller throws an elbow but it misses.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Scorpion creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Haller tries a body shot but Scorpion blocks it.
Haller lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Haller prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
Haller misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Scorpion.
Haller tries to throw a body punch but Scorpion avoids it by throwing Haller back against the ropes.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T2#
Haller tries to land knees in the clinch but Scorpion avoids the damage to the body.
A short uppercut from Haller.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Scorpion makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Haller misses with a knee strike.
Scorpion pushes Haller back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Haller tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Haller trying to land knees to the body.
Scorpion swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Haller putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Scorpion in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Scorpion fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Haller tries to land a knee to the head but Scorpion blocks with his arms.
Haller lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Scorpion lands with a light punch inside.
Haller misses with the head strike.
Scorpion swings wildly with an uppercut but Haller uses good head movement to avoid it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Haller blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Scorpion swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Haller looking to throw knees to the head but Scorpion is blocking nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

David Haller dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Silva Scorpion's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Haller moves away.
Silva Scorpion has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Haller moves into range and connects with a jab.
Haller fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Scorpion swings away with a body shot that misses
and Haller counters with a right hand to the body.
Haller is looking to wear down Scorpion with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Scorpion jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Scorpion takes one on the chin but seems OK.
A solid body kick from Haller.
Haller punishes Scorpion's body with a nice straight punch.
Haller is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Scorpion can do to turn this around?
Scorpion misses with a right hand
and Haller makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
David Haller is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Scorpion throws a nice head kick!
David Haller is winning the standup battle so far.
Scorpion throws a sloppy head kick and Haller moves out of range easily. #CL#
Haller has managed to clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Scorpion lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Haller backwards.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A knee to the head by Haller.
A hook to the body from Scorpion.
Scorpion blocking some punches.
Scorpion throws a head punch that misses. #T1#
Scorpion lands a body shot in the clinch.
Haller prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with a hook from the clinch.
A body shot lands from Haller.
Haller looking to throw knees to the head but Scorpion is blocking nicely.
Scorpion misses with a punch on the inside.
Scorpion lands a nice shot to the body.
Scorpion throws a punch but it's blocked by Haller.
Haller lands an elbow inside.
Haller trying to land knees to the body.
Haller misses with a body punch.
Haller tries to land knees in the clinch but Scorpion avoids the damage to the body.
Haller lands a shoulder strike.
Haller lands a hook that snaps the head of Scorpion backwards.
A short right from Haller on the inside.
Haller blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T2#
Scorpion lands an uppercut.
Scorpion lands a shot to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Haller misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Scorpion misses with the head strike.
Haller using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Scorpion has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Haller pushes Scorpion back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Haller misses with an elbow strike.
Scorpion fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Scorpion lands a shoulder strike.
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
A body shot lands from Haller.
Scorpion tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A short body shot lands from Scorpion as the two fighters clinch.
Haller lands a left hand that snaps the head of Scorpion backwards.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.

And that's the end of the fight!
David Haller showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Haller 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 Felipe Paraventi scores the fight 30:27
Judge Seu Braga scores the fight 30:27
Judge Emerson Jorge scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... David Haller!

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

 

Event: EMP KT 12     
Date:   Jan 18, 2019
#R1#
Wightman steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Scorpion.
Wightman fakes the leg kick and cracks Scorpion in the body.
Scorpion misses the shot to the body.
Scorpion with a nice cross.
Nice straight punches there by Wightman. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Wightman.
Scorpion lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Wightman circles away quickly and effectively.
Scorpion takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Scorpion tries to clinch there but Wightman circles away.
Wightman misses with the combination.
Scorpion throws a leg kick but Wightman sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Scorpion scoring well with a low kick there.
Scorpion looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Wightman slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Scorpion dodges an elbow strike from Wightman.
Wightman misses with a hook from the clinch.
Scorpion misses with a punch on the inside.
Scorpion blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Scorpion misses with a body punch. #T1#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Scorpion.
Wightman blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Wightman looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Wightman scores with a shoulder strike.
A short right from Scorpion on the inside.
Wightman tries to work over Scorpion's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Wightman lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Scorpion lands with a light punch inside.
Wightman blocks a body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion swings wildly with an uppercut but Wightman uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scorpion misses with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Wightman prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
A head punch on the inside from Scorpion fails to land.
Scorpion on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
A right hook to the body lands for Wightman. #T2#
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
Scorpion tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Wightman's elbow.
Wightman lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Scorpion backwards.
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!
Scorpion tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Wightman blocking some punches.
Scorpion is working Wightman over against the ropes.
Scorpion cracks Wightman with a nice body shot.
Wightman working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Scorpion lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Scorpion misses with a punch on the inside.
Scorpion blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Scorpion scores with a hook to the body.
Wightman swings wildly with an uppercut but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Wightman.
Scorpion throws a head punch that misses.
Wightman throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land. #T3#
Scorpion working aggressively here.
Scorpion presses Wightman against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Scorpion is working Wightman over against the ropes.
Wightman lands a nice uppercut.
Scorpion misses with a punch on the inside.
Scorpion misses with the head strike.
Scorpion blocks an elbow strike from Wightman.
Wightman takes a shot to the head.
Scorpion dodges an elbow strike from Wightman. #BC2#
Scorpion manages to break the clinch.
Wightman tries a head kick but it misses.
Scorpion avoids the head kick by Wightman.
Scorpion looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Scorpion jabs at Wightman's body.
That kick from Scorpion tenderised Wightman's leg. Wightman is trying to keep his angry face on.
Wightman shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #CL2#
Scorpion clinches with his opponent.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Wightman softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.#T4#
Wightman misses with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A shot in the inside from Scorpion.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Wightman.
Wightman goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Scorpion avoiding damage as Wightman throws knees to the body.
Scorpion tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Wightman pushes off an throws an elbow but Scorpion leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the ropes.
Scorpion lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Wightman backwards.
Scorpion lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Wightman backwards.
Scorpion lands a shoulder strike.
Wightman is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Scorpion is defending well for now.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion misses with some punches.
Scorpion lands a shoulder strike.
Wightman scores with a shot to the side of Scorpion's head.
Scorpion cracks Wightman with a nice body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Scorpion chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Wightman, right into the meat.
Wightman throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Scorpion's head.
Scorpion misses with a body kick.
Wightman takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Wightman moves away from the strike by Scorpion.
Wightman sizes up Scorpion with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Scorpion doesn't manage to clinch there - Wightman circles away.
Wightman misses with a combination
and Scorpion counters with a stiff right hand.
Wightman misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Scorpion.
Scorpion connects with a right hand. Wightman shakes it off.
Wightman lands a nice hook to Scorpion's body. Scorpion takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Wightman takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Scorpion tries to clinch but Wightman is having none of it.
Wightman throws out a loose jab but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Wightman checks a low kick from Scorpion.
Wightman fires out a quick counter leg kick but Scorpion just manages to avoid it.
Wightman throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Scorpion on the side of the head.
Scorpion is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T1#
Wightman throws a low kick, looking for Scorpion's leg but Scorpion calmly moves out of range.
Wightman scoring well with a low kick there.
Silva Scorpion seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Scorpion cracks Wightman with a right hand to the side of the head.
Wightman moves forwards but Scorpion connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#KD2#
Scorpion throws out a head kick that Wightman doesn't see coming - it connects and sends Wightman crashing to the mat face first! He's bounced up to his knees and is scrambling to get back to his feet and beat the count. He's up on 5 but still looks a bit groggy; will the referee allow it to continue??? He's taking a good look into Wightman's eyes and has decided to let it go on!#CL2#
Scorpion drives through and clinches with Wightman against the ropes.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Wightman misses with a knee to the head.
Wightman lands with a short shot to the head.
Wightman throws a punch but it's blocked by Scorpion.
Scorpion avoids a wild elbow strike from Wightman.
Wightman lands a shoulder strike.
Scorpion throws a head punch that misses.
Scorpion lands with a right to the head.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Scorpion. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Scorpion misses with a hook from the clinch.
Wightman misses with the head strike. #T2#
Scorpion lands with a left to the head. #BC2#
Scorpion escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Scorpion moves out of range of the strikes.
Scorpion looks to clinch
and Wightman counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Silva Scorpion seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Scorpion lands a slapping body shot.
Scorpion tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Wightman was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Wightman throws an off balance right hand
and Scorpion counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CL2#
Scorpion closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
A body shot lands from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands with a left to the head.
Scorpion tries a body shot but Wightman blocks it.
Wightman swings wildly with an uppercut but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
A short right from Scorpion on the inside.
Scorpion misses with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion lands with a right to the head.
Scorpion throws a head punch that misses. #T3#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Wightman.
Still in the clinch, Scorpion scores with a nice short uppercut.
Scorpion has a couple of punches blocked by Wightman.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Wightman.
Wightman working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Scorpion fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Silva Scorpion seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Scorpion lands a left hand.
Wightman blocks a body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion avoiding damage as Wightman throws knees to the body.
Scorpion blocks an elbow strike from Wightman.
Wightman struggles to land a body shot inside as Scorpion controls his hands.
Scorpion goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Wightman lands with a short shot to the head.
Wightman swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Scorpion lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Scorpion can't find room to land a body shot as Wightman controls the action. #T4#
A short right from Wightman.
Wightman goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A short uppercut from Wightman.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Wightman misses with a punch to the body.
Wightman doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Scorpion.
Scorpion blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
Wightman tries a body shot but Scorpion blocks it.
Scorpion tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Scorpion throws a punch but it's blocked by Wightman.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
With the fighters up against the ropes, Wightman throws an elbow but misses.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but Wightman avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the ropes.
Scorpion throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Wightmans head.
Wightman misses with some punches.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion takes that one, thanks to the knockdown.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Scorpion avoids the head kick by Wightman.
Wightman throws a sloppy head kick and Scorpion moves out of range easily.
Wightman misses with a straight right.
Scorpion tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Wightman manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Scorpion gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Scorpion lands a right hand that snaps the head of Wightman backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Wightman.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Wightman.
Wightman blocks an uppercut.
Nice body punch from Scorpion.
Wightman misses with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scorpion can't find room to land a body shot as Wightman controls the action.
Scorpion has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Scorpion blocks the elbow strike.
Scorpion misses with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion blocks an elbow strike from Wightman.
Wightman misses with a punch to the body. #T1#
Wightman blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Wightman misses with a hook to the ribs.
Wightman throws a punch but it's blocked by Scorpion.
Wightman working aggressively here.
Scorpion lands a hook to the side of the head.
Scorpion lands a right hand that snaps the head of Wightman backwards.
Scorpion lands a hook that snaps the head of Wightman backwards.
Scorpion misses with the head strike.
Wightman tries a body shot but Scorpion blocks it.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Scorpion.
Scorpion blocks an elbow strike.
Wightman blocking some punches.
Wightman misses with a body punch.
Scorpion misses with a short punch on the inside.
Wightman lands with a left to the head.
Scorpion swings wildly with an uppercut but Wightman uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scorpion digs a right hand underneath Wightman's ribcage. Wightman let out a lung full of air as it connected.#T2#
Scorpion lands with a left to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Wightman misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion misses with a hook from the clinch.
Wightman blocking some punches.
Nice body punch from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a left hand that snaps the head of Wightman backwards.
Scorpion blocks an elbow strike from Wightman.
Scorpion tries a body shot but Wightman blocks it.
A short right from Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a head punch that misses.
Scorpion softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Wightman tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Scorpion swings wildly with an uppercut but Wightman uses good head movement to avoid it.
A body shot lands from Scorpion. #T3#
Wightman blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Scorpion tries a body shot but Wightman blocks it.
Scorpion tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Scorpion looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Scorpion working aggressively here.
Scorpion fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Wightman tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Wightman blocks a body shot from Scorpion.
Silva Scorpion is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Scorpion throws a head punch that misses.
Scorpion fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Wightman misses with a knee to the head.
Wightman misses with a hook to the ribs. #T4#
Wightman blocks a body shot from Scorpion.
Wightman lands a nice uppercut.
Wightman tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Scorpion's elbow.
Wightman swings wildly with an uppercut but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Wightman swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Wightman pushes off an throws an elbow but Scorpion leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the ropes.
Scorpion avoids a wild elbow strike from Wightman.

And that's the end of the fight!
Silva Scorpion comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Scorpion 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 Columbo Gatti scores the fight 26:30
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 26:30
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 26:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Silva Scorpion!

The defeated Blake Wightman had this to say: 'He was a great fighter I just hope that he doesn't befall some unlucky accident with a shoebox!'.

 

Event: OC! KT 10     
Date:   Jan 05, 2019
#R1#
Scorpion tries to clinch there but Hanma circles away.
Silva Scorpion seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Scorpion plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!#CUT#
It looks like Jack Hanma has been cut.
Hanma throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Scorpion swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Hanma thows a left - swing and a miss!
Scorpion was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Hanma throws a series of punches but Scorpion moves out of range.
Scorpion throws a body shot but no joy.
Scorpion avoids the body shot from Hanma.
Scorpion missing with a left hand there. Hanma was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Both fighters circling a little - Scorpion finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Hanma jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Scorpion connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Hanma momentarily.
Scorpion lands a nice shot that snaps Hanma's head back.
Scorpion misses with a jab to the body
enabling Hanma to counter with a crisp jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hanma needs to keep his hands up - Scorpion had a free shot at his head there.
A left lands for Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a leg kick that is checked
and Hanma counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Scorpion throws a solid leg kick but Hanma takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Scorpion.
Scorpion with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row. #T1#
Hanma throws a hook but Scorpion blocks it.
Scorpion throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A little jabbing left from Hanma on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#CL#
Scorpion gets a clinch.
Hanma scores with a shot to the side of Scorpion's head.
Hanma scores with a hook to the body.
Scorpion tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Scorpion misses with the head strike.
Hanma lands a right hand.
Hanma tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Scorpion's elbow.
Scorpion pushes Hanma back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Hanma.
Scorpion lands a right hand that snaps the head of Hanma backwards.
A short right from Hanma on the inside. #BC2#
Hanma breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Scorpion scores with a jab to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scorpion tries to close the distance and clinch but Hanma swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Scorpion seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Scorpion walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#T2#
A head kick from Scorpion lands but Hanma takes it in his stride.
Scorpion scores with a decent looking hook.
Scorpion drops his hands momentarily and Hanma takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #CL#
Scorpion moves into the clinch successfully.
Scorpion scores with a shot to the side of Hanma's head. #BC2#
Hanma breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Scorpion darts in trying to clinch
and Hanma counters with a nice uppercut.
Hanma throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Hanma takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Hanma waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Scorpion.
Scorpion connects with a nice looking jab.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Scorpion walks into a stiff left hand from Hanma.
Hanma might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Scorpion tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Hanma manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Scorpion throws a solid leg kick but Hanma takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Scorpion.
Nice jab there from Scorpion.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Jack Hanma's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Scorpion dips to his left and cracks Hanma with an uppercut!
Scorpion lands a lovely overhand right.
Scorpion throws a head kick but Hanma moves out of range.
Hanma staying out of range there.
It seemed like Hanma was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Scorpion here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Scorpion ducks under a wild hook from Hanma.
Scorpion on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Scorpion connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Scorpion is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hanma can do to turn this around?
Hanma takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Hanma uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Scorpion.
Hanma lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Scorpion lands a nice hook to Hanma's body. Hanma takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Scorpion scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Silva Scorpion is winning the standup battle so far.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Scorpion tries to bum rush Hanma with a series of wild strikes but Hanma uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A nice side step and Hanma releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
A punch lands to the side of Scorpion 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Hanma swats away the attempt to clinch by Scorpion.
Scorpion steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hanma.
Scorpion has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Hanma finds it's way round the side to connect with Scorpion's head. #T1#
The fight stays on the outside here - Scorpion looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Scorpion throws a predictable looking body shot
and Scorpion takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Scorpion swings widly with a right hand
and Hanma counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Scorpion looks to score with a jab to the body but Hanma is just out of range.
Scorpion wants to clinch.
Hanma loads up on a big right hand but Scorpion slips the punch.
Scorpion swings and misses with a hook to the body. #CL#
Scorpion moves into the clinch.
Scorpion lands a left hand.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Scorpion.
Hanma blocking some punches.
Scorpion fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Hanma tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Hanma swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T2#
Hanma misses with a hook from the clinch.
Scorpion lands a body shot.
Hanma working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Scorpion misses with the head strike.
Hanma blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Hanma misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Hanma blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Scorpion throws a punch but it's blocked by Hanma.
Scorpion takes a shot to the head. #BC2#
Hanma breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Hanma throws a hook to the side of Scorpion's head but Scorpion sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Hanma throws a looping overhand right but Scorpion ducks down to avoid it.
Scorpion is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Hanma misses with a straight right.
Scorpion blocks a jab.
Scorpion tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Hanma paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Scorpion tries to close the distance and clinch but Hanma swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Scorpion throws a hook but Hanma blocks it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A jab lands there for Hanma.
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 Silva Scorpion will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Jack Hanma's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3##CL#
Scorpion closes the distance and pushes Hanma back into the cage.
Hanma struggles to land a body shot inside as Scorpion controls his hands.
Hanma lands a left hand.
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
Silva Scorpion has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Hanma pushes Scorpion back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
We've been informed that Hanma has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Hanma lands with a short shot to the head.
Hanma lands a nice uppercut.
Scorpion throws a head punch that misses.
Hanma misses with a short punch on the inside.
Hanma lands a hook to the side of the head.#BC2#
Hanma escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL#
Scorpion closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC2#
Hanma breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Hanma rushes Scorpion and presses him up against the cage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hanma working aggressively here.
A right handed body shot lands from Scorpion.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Hanma.
Scorpion misses with some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Scorpion fails to land. #T1#
Scorpion goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Scorpion misses with a punch on the inside.
A nice left hand lands by Scorpion. #BC2#
Hanma breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Scorpion connects with a body shot that sends Hanma's belly button to the back.
Scorpion tries to clinch there but Hanma circles away.
Scorpion moves in looking to clinch but Hanma pushes him off.
Scorpion throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Hanma counters with a straight right hand.
Hanma scores with a jab to the jaw.
Silva Scorpion is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#ROC2#
Scorpion is rocked!
The fighters circling - Hanma throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Oh Scorpion is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#CL2#
Hanma has managed to clinch.
Hanma pushes Scorpion back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from Hanma fails to land. #BC2#
Hanma breaks from the clinch.
Scorpion glances at the clock... BAM! Hanma nails him with a big right hand! A momentary lapse in concentration sends Scorpion crashing to the mat! The referee steps in and this one is over! Damn, Scorpion is out of it, he thinks the ref is his opponent!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:45 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Jack Hanma!
A less than humble Jack Hanma misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.

 

Event: OC! KT 4     
Date:   Dec 01, 2018
#R1#
Astalo takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Astalo throws a left and a right that both miss
letting Scorpion counter with a right hand.
Astalo misses with a hook to the body
and Scorpion connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Astalo lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Astalo walks into a straight right hand from Scorpion.#ROC#
Astalo is rocked!#CL#
Scorpion clinches with his opponent.
Astalo has a couple of punches blocked by Scorpion.
A right hand to the body from Scorpion.
Scorpion blocks a body shot from Astalo. #BC2#
Astalo breaks the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Astalo shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Scorpion is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Astalo takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Astalo loads up on a big right hand but Scorpion slips the punch.
The fighters circle momentarily. Scorpion darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Scorpion moves away from the strike by Astalo.
Scorpion tries to clinch but Astalo is having none of it.
The fighters circling - Scorpion throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Scorpion swings for the body but Astalo moves out of range.
Scorpion seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Astalo slips a jab from Scorpion.
Scorpion uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Astalo.
Scorpion displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Astalo throws out the jab. #T1#
Scorpion fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Astalo manages to avoid it.
Astalo throws an overhand right that lands on Scorpion's shoulder, as Scorpion tries to avoid the shot.
Astalo does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Astalo lands with an overhand left.
Scorpion blocks a jab.
Astalo throws a shot from downtown. Scorpion moves away and avoids it.
Scorpion appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Scorpion takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Scorpion lands with a slapping head kick.
Scorpion jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A chopping leg kick lands by Scorpion.
Scorpion fails with an attempt to clinch.
Astalo scores with the left hand. Scorpion knows he should have avoided that one.
Rami Astalo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sloppy strikes from Astalo. Those never looked like landing.
Scorpion cracks Astalo with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Astalo takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Scorpion throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Astalo lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Scorpion at a distance. #CL#
Scorpion rushes Astalo and presses him up against the cage.
Astalo swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
Scorpion throws a head punch that misses. #T2#
Scorpion lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Scorpion lands a left hand that snaps the head of Astalo backwards.
Scorpion misses with the head strike.
Astalo prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Scorpion creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Astalo scores with a shoulder strike.
Scorpion can't find room to land a body shot as Astalo controls the action.
Scorpion digs a right hand underneath Astalo's ribcage. Astalo let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Scorpion digs a right hand underneath Astalo's ribcage. Astalo let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Scorpion working aggressively here.
Scorpion lands a right hand.
Scorpion lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Scorpion swings wildly with an uppercut but Astalo uses good head movement to avoid it.
A short uppercut from Scorpion.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Astalo swings wildly with an uppercut but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scorpion tries to work over Astalo's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Astalo has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Scorpion seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Astalo can turn it around.
Astalo swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Scorpion throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Astalos head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Scorpion takes one on the button.
Scorpion takes one to the chin there.
Astalo is looking to slow Scorpion down with leg kicks.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Scorpion misses with a wild body shot. #CL#
Scorpion moves into the clinch.
Scorpion presses Astalo against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Astalo lands a left hand.
Scorpion working aggressively here.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Astalo just misses with a elbow thrown towards Scorpion's brow.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Astalo.
Astalo misses with a short punch on the inside.
A short left from Scorpion.
Scorpion tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #BC#
Scorpion pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Scorpion has closed the distance and engaged Astalo in a clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scorpion blocking some punches.
Scorpion misses with a hook to the ribs.
Scorpion lands with a right to the head.
Scorpion misses with a punch on the inside.
Scorpion misses with the head strike. #T1#
Scorpion swings wildly with an uppercut but Astalo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scorpion lands a hook that snaps the head of Astalo backwards.
Scorpion lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #BC2#
Astalo escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Astalo avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Astalo blocks a head kick by Scorpion.
Scorpion takes a swing at Astalo's ribcage but misses.
Astalo uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Scorpion.
Astalo looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Scorpion is looking to clinch but Astalo is avoiding it.
Scorpion throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Astalo lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Scorpion is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Astalo can do to turn this around?
A shot to the liver by Astalo. Beautiful body shot.
Astalo fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Scorpion is out of range.
Astalo looks to throw the jab but Scorpion is out of range.
Astalo connects with an inside leg kick.
Astalo dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Scorpion. That did some damage!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scorpion slips a jab and a cross from Astalo. #CL#
Scorpion closes the distance and clinches.
Astalo lands a hook that snaps the head of Scorpion backwards. #T2#
Scorpion misses with a punch on the inside.
Astalo blocks a body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a nice uppercut.
Astalo lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Scorpion working aggressively here.
Astalo misses with an elbow over the top.
Scorpion lands a body shot in the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with a hook to the ribs.
Astalo throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Astalo lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Scorpion lands with a right to the head.
Astalo throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Scorpion has a couple of punches blocked by Astalo.
Astalo lands a left hand that snaps the head of Scorpion backwards.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Astalo lands a shoulder strike.
Scorpion avoids the elbow strike from Astalo, against the cage.
Astalo blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Astalo takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Astalo lands an elbow inside.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Rami Astalo will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Astalo lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Nice uppercut lands for Astalo. That snapped Scorpion's head back.
Scorpion tries to close the distance and clinch up but Astalo swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Scorpion takes a swing at Astalo's ribcage but misses.
Astalo looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Scorpion throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Astalo throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Scorpion throws a half hearted mid kick.
A big left from Astalo misses.
Scorpion was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
The fighters circling - Scorpion throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Scorpion tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #CL#
Astalo tries to keep at a distance but Scorpion has taken the fight into the clinch.
Astalo lands a left hand that snaps the head of Scorpion backwards.
Scorpion working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Astalo lands a body shot in the clinch.
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Scorpion throws a head punch that misses.
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!
Scorpion makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A left hand lands to the body for Scorpion.
Scorpion working some nice short punches in the clinch.#T1#
Scorpion stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Astalo misses with a punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Astalo.
Astalo lands a right hand.
Astalo blocks a body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion blocks a body shot from Astalo.
Scorpion scores with a shot to the side of Astalo's head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Astalo.
Scorpion blocks an elbow strike.
Scorpion managing to block the knees to the body from Astalo.
Scorpion lands a right hand.
Astalo working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Astalo throws a head punch that misses.
Scorpion misses with some punches.
Scorpion can't find room to land a body shot as Astalo controls the action. #BC#
Scorpion's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Astalo looks to land a right hand but Scorpion moved out of range.
A slapping leg kick lands for Astalo.
Scorpion fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Astalo checks it well.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Donk. Astalo catches Scorpion right on the button with a cross.#T2#
Scorpion thows a left - swing and a miss! #CL#
Scorpion rushes Astalo and presses him up against the cage.
Scorpion misses with the head strike.
Scorpion blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Astalo trying to land knees to the body.
Silva Scorpion has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Astalo misses with a short punch on the inside.
Astalo lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Astalo is trying to push Scorpion away but Scorpion has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Astalo fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Scorpion can't find room to land a body shot as Astalo controls the action.
Astalo tries a body shot but Scorpion blocks it.
Scorpion takes an elbow to the forehead.
Scorpion misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion misses with a hook to the ribs.
Scorpion misses with a hook to the ribs.
Scorpion tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scorpion throws a head punch that misses.
Astalo prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Astalo gets through Scorpion's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Astalo works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 28:29
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 30:29
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Rami Astalo!

Rami Astalo very nearly forgot to thank RAGS of a RONIN amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

 

Event: OC! KT 2     
Date:   Nov 07, 2018
#R1#
Scorpion fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Wor Sangprapai looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Wor Sangprapai loads up on a big right hand but Scorpion slips the punch.
The fighters circling - Scorpion throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Scorpion buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick. #CL#
Scorpion clinches up with Wor Sangprapai and pushes him back against the cage.#BC2#
Wor Sangprapai escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Scorpion.
Scorpion looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Sloppy strikes from Wor Sangprapai. Those never looked like landing. #CL#
Scorpion has taken the fight to the clinch.
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
A right handed body shot lands from Scorpion.
Wor Sangprapai softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A short left from Scorpion.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Scorpion has a couple of punches blocked by Wor Sangprapai.
Scorpion misses with a hook to the ribs.
Wor Sangprapai works on Scorpion's body with a couple of short punches.
Wor Sangprapai can't find room to land a body shot as Scorpion controls the action.
Wor Sangprapai blocks a body shot from Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a head punch that misses.
Scorpion scores with a nice hook to the head.
Wor Sangprapai tries to break free but Scorpion pushes him back against the cage.#T1#
Scorpion keeps control of Wor Sangprapai as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Scorpion misses with a body punch. #BC2#
Wor Sangprapai escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Wor Sangprapai rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Scorpion moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Wor Sangprapai throws a sloppy head kick and Scorpion moves out of range easily.
Scorpion pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Wor Sangprapai throws a sloppy head kick and Scorpion moves out of range easily.
Scorpion throws a looping overhand right but Wor Sangprapai ducks down to avoid it.
Scorpion just misses with a punch to the body.
Wor Sangprapai unleashes a big counter combination but Scorpion bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Wor Sangprapai throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Scorpion.
Scorpion swings for the body but Wor Sangprapai moves out of range.
Wor Sangprapai blocks a head kick by Scorpion.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Wor Sangprapai! But no joy.
Scorpion blocks a head kick by Wor Sangprapai.
Scorpion is looking to score with low kicks.
Wor Sangprapai slips a straight right by Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with a body shot.
Scorpion scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#T2#
Wor Sangprapai scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
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!
Wor Sangprapai blocks a head kick by Scorpion.
Wor Sangprapai lands a nice shot that snaps Scorpion's head back. #CUT2#
It looks like Silva Scorpion has been cut.
Silva Scorpion seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Scorpion lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Scorpion tries to clinch but Wor Sangprapai is having none of it.
Scorpion swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Wor Sangprapai counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Wor Sangprapai goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Wor Sangprapai swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Wor Sangprapai throws out a loose jab but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
A slow jab from Wor Sangprapai misses its intended target.
Wor Sangprapai throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Scorpion.
Scorpion stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Wor Sangprapai tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Scorpion lands with a straight right. Wor Sangprapai didn't see that one coming.
Wor Sangprapai ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scorpion moves away.
Scorpion throws an overhand right that lands on Wor Sangprapai's shoulder, as Wor Sangprapai tries to avoid the shot.
Wor Sangprapai misses with a jab to the body
and Scorpion counters with a nice uppercut. #T3#
Scorpion connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#ROC#
Wor Sangprapai is rocked!
Wor Sangprapai misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Wor Sangprapai is still on wobbly legs! Can Scorpion finish him?
Wor Sangprapai throws a sloppy head kick and Scorpion moves out of range easily.
Wor Sangprapai seems to have recovered his senses.
Scorpion lands a jab to Wor Sangprapai's midsection.
Wor Sangprapai misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Wor Sangprapai throws a head kick that misses.
Scorpion tries to clinch but Wor Sangprapai moves out of range.
Scorpion scores with a nice head shot.
Scorpion dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Scorpion looks to land a left hand but Wor Sangprapai moved out of range nicely.
Wor Sangprapai steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Scorpion.
A lazy left from Scorpion finds it's target.
Scorpion turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Scorpion takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Scorpion tries to clinch there but Wor Sangprapai circles away.
Scorpion tries to move into range but Wor Sangprapai moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
A head kick misses from Wor Sangprapai.
A head kick by Scorpion misses
and Wor Sangprapai counters with a leg kick. #T4##CL2#
Wor Sangprapai takes the fight into the clinch.
Wor Sangprapai blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Wor Sangprapai misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Scorpion.
Scorpion throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Wor Sangprapais head.
Scorpion lands a left hand that snaps the head of Wor Sangprapai backwards.
Wor Sangprapai throws a punch but it's blocked by Scorpion.
Scorpion is leaning against Wor Sangprapai and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Scorpion lands a hook to the side of the head.
Scorpion softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Scorpion makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Scorpion lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Wor Sangprapai backwards.
Scorpion lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Wor Sangprapai backwards.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Wor Sangprapai throws a knee to the head but misses.
Wor Sangprapai prevents a body shot from Scorpion.
Wor Sangprapai wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Scorpion lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Silva Scorpion's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Wor Sangprapai lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range. #CL#
Scorpion gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Wor Sangprapai digs a right hand into Scorpion's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Scorpion's gas tank.
Wor Sangprapai tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Scorpion is working Wor Sangprapai over against the cage.
Scorpion tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Wor Sangprapai's elbow.
Wor Sangprapai swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Scorpion misses with a short punch on the inside.
Good body shot from Scorpion.
Wor Sangprapai blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Scorpion misses with a hook to the ribs.
Scorpion lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wor Sangprapai blocking some punches. #BC2#
Wor Sangprapai breaks the clinch. #CL#
Scorpion forces Wor Sangprapai back against the cage and clinches.
Scorpion makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scorpion works on Wor Sangprapai's body with a couple of short punches.
A frustrated look appears on Wor Sangprapai's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Silva Scorpion has scored more points in the clinch so far.#T1#
Wor Sangprapai's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Wor Sangprapai trying to land knees to the body. #BC2#
Wor Sangprapai manages to break the clinch.
Scorpion connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Wor Sangprapai takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
The Lek Wor Sangprapai is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL#
Scorpion takes the fight into the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Scorpion.
Wor Sangprapai tries to break the clinch but Scorpion is controlling the position.
Wor Sangprapai misses with the head strike.
Wor Sangprapai blocks an uppercut.
Scorpion lands a right hand that snaps the head of Wor Sangprapai backwards.
Scorpion pushes Wor Sangprapai back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Wor Sangprapai blocks a body shot from Scorpion.
Wor Sangprapai tries to land knees in the clinch but Scorpion avoids the damage to the body.
Scorpion misses with a punch on the inside.
Scorpion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Scorpion managing to block the knees to the body from Wor Sangprapai. #T2#
Scorpion working some nice short punches in the clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Scorpion tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Wor Sangprapai swings wildly with an uppercut but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scorpion scores with a nice hook to the head.
Wor Sangprapai with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Scorpion working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Scorpion keeps control of Wor Sangprapai as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Scorpion has Wor Sangprapai pressed against the cage, preventing Wor Sangprapai from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Scorpion swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Still in the clinch, Scorpion scores with a nice short uppercut.
Scorpion misses with a body punch.
Scorpion lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Scorpion can't find room to land a body shot as Wor Sangprapai controls the action.
Scorpion struggles to land a body shot inside as Wor Sangprapai controls his hands.
Wor Sangprapai blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Wor Sangprapai lands a left hand that snaps the head of Scorpion backwards. #BC2#
Wor Sangprapai breaks the clinch. #T3#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Scorpion, as that shot connected. #CL#
Scorpion closes the distance and clinches.
Scorpion throws a punch but it's blocked by Wor Sangprapai.
Wor Sangprapai missing with knees to the body.
Scorpion misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Wor Sangprapai lands a shot to the body.
Wor Sangprapai doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Wor Sangprapai has had enough of the clinch but Scorpion keeps him there for the moment.
Wor Sangprapai tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Wor Sangprapai pushes off an throws an elbow but Scorpion leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Wor Sangprapai blocking some punches.
Scorpion swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch on the inside from Wor Sangprapai fails to land.
Wor Sangprapai works on Scorpion's body with a couple of short punches.
Wor Sangprapai lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Wor Sangprapai lands with a light punch inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Wor Sangprapai. #T4#
Scorpion tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Wor Sangprapai looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Wor Sangprapai is trying to push Scorpion away but Scorpion has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Scorpion misses with a punch to the body.
A left hand lands to the body for Wor Sangprapai.
Scorpion lands with a left to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Wor Sangprapai.
Scorpion is leaning against Wor Sangprapai and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Scorpion tries to throw a body punch but Wor Sangprapai avoids it by throwing Scorpion back against the cage.
Wor Sangprapai swings wildly with an uppercut but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scorpion throws a punch but it's blocked by Wor Sangprapai.
Scorpion is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Wor Sangprapai can do to turn this around?
Scorpion struggles to land a body shot inside as Wor Sangprapai controls his hands.
Scorpion lands a hook that snaps the head of Wor Sangprapai backwards.
Wor Sangprapai misses with a hook to the ribs. #BC2#
Wor Sangprapai pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Wor Sangprapai clobbers Scorpion with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Silva Scorpion dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Silva Scorpion's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Scorpion swats away the attempt to clinch by Wor Sangprapai.
Scorpion moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Scorpion avoids the head kick by Wor Sangprapai.
A head kick by Wor Sangprapai misses
and Scorpion counters with a nice uppercut.
Silva Scorpion is winning the standup battle so far.
Scorpion closes the distance and catches Wor Sangprapai with a lead hook that drops him to the canvas! Wor Sangprapai is clearly dazed and struggling here! 3,4,5,6,7 and Wor Sangprapai is up to his feet but the referee has called it off! Wor Sangprapai is still far too wobbly and he's not going to allow the fight to continue! Scorpion takes it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:27 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Silva Scorpion!
The defeated The Lek Wor Sangprapai had this to say: 'Thank you'.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Oct 07, 2018
#R1#
Scorpion throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Pending stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Scorpion lands a two punch combo. #CUT#
It looks like Fyodor Pending has been cut.#CL#
Scorpion pushes Pending up against the cage in a clinch.
Pending is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Scorpion gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Scorpion lands a left hand.
Scorpion lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Pending or not.
Scorpion gets underhooks to prevent Pending's takedown attempt.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Scorpion.
Scorpion scores with a hook to the body.
Pending looks winded!
Scorpion lands with a right to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Scorpion works on Pending's body with a couple of short punches.
Scorpion lands a body shot.
Scorpion working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Scorpion stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Scorpion scores with a shot to the side of Pending's head.
A short left from Scorpion. #ROC#
Pending is rocked!
Scorpion lands with a right to the head.
Pending is still on wobbly legs! Can Scorpion finish him?
Scorpion lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Scorpion throws a big uppercut that drops Pending! More strikes from Scorpion and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Pending lies dazed against the cage as Scorpion celebrates with his cornermen!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:08 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Silva Scorpion!

 

Event: KOFC 119 - Andreev vs Song     
Date:   Aug 19, 2018
#R1#
Scorpion throws a poor cross that misses
and Pacheco counters with a two punch combo.
Scorpion tries a low kick but Pacheco avoids it.
Pacheco misses with a looping right.
Pacheco has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Gentlemans Offence and Defense System in the buildup to the fight.
Scorpion is looking to slow Pacheco down with leg kicks.
Scorpion misses the jab.
An inside leg kick lands from Scorpion.
Pacheco lands with a right hand.
Pacheco misses with a looping left.
Pacheco lands the left hand.
Pacheco just misses with a punch to the body.
Pacheco dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Scorpion throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Pacheco's head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nice defenses there by Scorpion.
Scorpion lands a right hook to the body.
Pacheco throws a big shot that misses.
Pacheco throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Scorpion unleashes a big counter combination but Pacheco bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Pacheco throws out a loose jab but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Pacheco throws a hook but Scorpion blocks it.
Pacheco on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #T1#
Scorpion avoids the body shot from Pacheco.
Scorpion throws a sloppy head kick and Pacheco moves out of range easily.
Silva Scorpion seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Scorpion throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Scorpion looks to land a left hand but Pacheco moved out of range nicely.
Pacheco ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scorpion moves away.
Scorpion moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Scorpion misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Pacheco.
Scorpion throws a low kick, looking for Pacheco's leg but Pacheco calmly moves out of range.
Pacheco scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Pacheco staying out of range there.
Scorpion is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Pacheco.
Scorpion throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Scorpion throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Pacheco scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Pacheco scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scorpion throws a lazy right hand but Pacheco sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
It looked like Pacheco was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Pacheco slips under a jab.
Nice shot lands for Pacheco.#T2#
Pacheco takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Pacheco stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Scorpion.
A swing and a miss from Pacheco.
Scorpion loads up on a big right hand but Pacheco slips the punch.
Pacheco lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Scorpion circles away quickly and effectively.
Scorpion swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Scorpion throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Pacheco was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Pacheco looks to land a right hand but Scorpion moved out of range.
Scorpion uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Pacheco.
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Pacheco moves away.
Scorpion throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Pacheco tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Scorpion wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Scorpion slips under a jab.
Pacheco misses with a hook. Scorpion ducked under it nicely.
Pacheco fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Scorpion manages to avoid it.
Pacheco lands with a hook. Scorpion tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Scorpion displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. #T3#
Nice shot by Pacheco.
Scorpion bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Scorpion dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Pacheco waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with a lunging right hand
letting Pacheco counter with a right hand.
Pacheco throws a jab when Scorpion was well out of range.
Scorpion tries a quick counter leg kick but Pacheco is wise to it.
Scorpion throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Pacheco ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A quick step to the side and Pacheco tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scorpion takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Scorpion jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Scorpion throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Pacheco keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Scorpion.
Scorpion misses the jab.
Pacheco thows a left - swing and a miss!
Pacheco drops his hands momentarily and Scorpion takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Pacheco misses with a looping right.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scorpion throws a leg kick that misses.
Pacheco appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Nice body punch from Pacheco. #T4#
Pacheco blocks the body kick.
Scorpion works Pacheco's body with a nice hook.
Pacheco takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Scorpion throws a lazy head kick
and Pacheco counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Pacheco connects with a body shot that sends Scorpion's belly button to the back.
Pacheco uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Scorpion.
A solid leg kick lands there for Scorpion.
Scorpion keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Pacheco.
The crowd cheers as Pacheco lands an impressive looking overhand right. Scorpion doesn't seem phased though.
Scorpion uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Pacheco.
A head kick misses from Scorpion.
Scorpion looks to score with a jab to the body but Pacheco is just out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Pacheco works over Scorpion's head and body with a nice combination.
Scorpion tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Pacheco was well out of range. Poor timing from Scorpion.
Pacheco keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Pacheco misses with a series of wild punches.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Silva Scorpion will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Pacheco scores with a hook to the body. Scorpion takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Scorpion takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Pacheco slips under a jab.
An attempted straight right counter from Pacheco misses the target.
Scorpion lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Pacheco circles away quickly and effectively.
Pacheco connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Scorpion on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Scorpion throws a head kick that misses.
Pacheco checks a leg kick.
Pacheco takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Pacheco moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Pacheco cracks a nice hook into Scorpion's ribs.
Gerardo Pacheco is winning the standup battle so far.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Scorpion scores with a shot to the body.
Scorpion misses with a straight right.
Pacheco uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Scorpion.
Pacheco throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Pacheco uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Scorpion.
Scorpion looks to land a left hand but Pacheco moved out of range nicely.#T1#
Pacheco misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Scorpion.
Pacheco lands with an uppercut that bounces Scorpion off the cage and back into range.
Scorpion is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Pacheco.
It looked like Pacheco wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Scorpion steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Pacheco.
Scorpion throws a head kick but Pacheco moves out of range.
Scorpion scores with a jab to the jaw.
Pacheco lands the left hand.
Pacheco slips a jab from Scorpion.
Scorpion misses with an uppercut.
Pacheco takes a kick to the side of the head.
Pacheco fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Pacheco works Scorpion's body with a nice hook.
Scorpion throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A slow jab from Pacheco misses its intended target.
Scorpion on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Scorpion scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Scorpion misses the shot to the body. #T2#
Pacheco cracks Scorpion with a right hand to the side of the head.
Pacheco uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Scorpion.
Pacheco closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Pacheco darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Pacheco uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Scorpion.
Pacheco walks into a stiff left hand from Scorpion.
A jab lands there for Pacheco.
Scorpion fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Pacheco looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Pacheco looks to land a left hand but Scorpion moved out of range nicely.
Scorpion misses with a kick to the body.
Scorpion throws a sloppy head kick and Pacheco moves out of range easily.
Pacheco smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Scorpion slips under a jab from Pacheco.
Scorpion connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Pacheco's hands.
Pacheco jabs Scorpion right on the nose. Scorpion blinks but takes it well.
Scorpion takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Pacheco throws out a loose jab but Scorpion uses good head movement to avoid it. #T3#
Scorpion missing with a left hand there. Pacheco was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Pacheco throws a good cross that connects.
Scorpion looks to land a left hand but Pacheco moved out of range nicely.
Scorpion avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Pacheco misses with the combination.
Scorpion throws a leg kick but Pacheco sees it coming and moves out of range.
Scorpion steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Pacheco.
A swing and a miss from Pacheco.
Pacheco displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Scorpion throws out the jab.
The fighters circle momentarily. Pacheco darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Scorpion throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Pacheco throws a good cross that connects.
Scorpion lands the left hand.
Scorpion throws a jab but it's blocked by Pacheco.
Scorpion scoring well with a low kick there. #T4#
Scorpion throws a head kick that Pacheco semi-blocks.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Pacheco scores with a shot to the body.
Scorpion misses with a head kick.
Nice uppercut lands for Scorpion. That snapped Pacheco's head back.
Scorpion takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Scorpion jabs at Pacheco's body.
Pacheco misses with a wild body shot.
Scorpion looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #ROC#
Scorpion is rocked!
Pacheco thuds his right hand into Scorpion's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Scorpion is still on wobbly legs! Can Pacheco finish him?
Pacheco throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Scorpion stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Scorpion is breathing heavily.
Pacheco lunges in with a left hook that violently twists Scorpion head around and knocks him out cold! Pacheco hops onto the cage and yells out at the top of his lungs - Yeeeeeeeeaaaaaaaaah! They're showing the replay on the big screens now; that was nasty! I hope one of the photographers got a good shot of it.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:38 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Gerardo Pacheco!
A relieved looking Gerardo Pacheco thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

 

Event: KOFC 92 - Murhaa vs Cheek     
Date:   Mar 11, 2018
#R1#
Scorpion lands a head shot.
Scorpion takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Scorpion keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Scorpion fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Scorpion connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#ROC2#
McGrady is rocked!
Scorpion lands with a good body shot.
Oh McGrady is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Nice jab there from Scorpion. #TD#
Scorpion gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB#
McGrady drops back, looking for a kneebar! Scorpion looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Scorpion looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Scorpion! #REVB#
McGrady is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Scorpion asserts his dominance and retains side control.
McGrady seems to have got his legs back now.#T1#
Scorpion just content to control the position.
Scorpion prevents McGrady from escaping the position.
Scorpion really doesn't want to stay on the ground with McGrady. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
McGrady tries to improve position but can't.
McGrady wants to get back to his feet but Scorpion drags him back down.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Scorpion just misses with a punch to the body.
Scorpion throws a body punch but McGrady moves out of range.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Scorpion ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
McGrady walks into a straight right hand from Scorpion.
McGrady tries to bum rush Scorpion with a series of wild strikes but Scorpion uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Nice straight punches there by Scorpion. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Scorpion.
McGrady moves out of range as Scorpion strikes.
The fighters circle momentarily. McGrady darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Scorpion throws a shot from downtown. McGrady moves away and avoids it.
McGrady shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Scorpion as he jumps to the side.
Scorpion is clearly trying to counter these attacks from McGrady with a body shot.
McGrady fails with the takedown
and Scorpion counters with a right hand to the body.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Chosu McGrady. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Scorpion tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
McGrady shoots in looking for a takedown but Scorpion manages to keep the fight standing, pushing McGrady's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#T3#
Nice sprawl there from Scorpion as McGrady shoots in.
Scorpion lands with a slapping head kick.
and Scorpion counters with a massive uppercut that badly hurts McGrady! He's just covering up as Scorpion starts to tee off till the referee steps in and stops the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:14 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Silva Scorpion!

 

Event: KOFC 84 - Leonidas vs Forclit     
Date:   Jan 27, 2018
#R1#
Sousa lunges at Escobar with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Escobar's hand.
Sousa lands a jab to the head.
Sousa lands with a nice body punch. #TD#
Sousa shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Sousa was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Sousa wants to control but Escobar is keeping him busy.
Escobar tries to improve position but can't.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sousa wants to control but Escobar is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Sousa swings around for an armbar but Escobar sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Sousa's guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Escobar trying to control but Sousa is working from the bottom. #T1##SUB#
Escobar is sitting in close to Sousa's body. Sousa has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Escobar is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Escobar is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Sousa.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Joao Sousa!
During a confident post fight interview, Joao Sousa thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
In defeat, Pablo Escobar stepped up to the mic, saying 'I have to think about cutting down snorting coke on weekdays'.

 

Event: KOFC 79 - Christmas Chaos     
Date:   Dec 25, 2017
#R1#
Sloppy strikes from Chris. Those never looked like landing.
A big left from Escobar misses.
A shot to the liver by Escobar. Beautiful body shot.
Escobar tries to clinch but Chris is having none of it.
Escobar uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Chris has time to react.
Escobar throws an overhand right that lands on Chris's shoulder, as Chris tries to avoid the shot.
Chris was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Escobar misses with a shot to the body
and Chris counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Chris throws a hook to the side of Escobar's head but Escobar sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Escobar appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
We've been hearing reports that Chris has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Nice defenses there by Chris.
Chris misses with a looping left.
Escobar throws a right and a left that both miss.
An attempted straight right counter from Chris misses the target.
Escobar jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Nice body punch from Escobar.
Escobar throws a leg kick but Chris checks it.
Chris walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Escobar throws an off balance right hand
and Chris counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #T1#
Escobar with a jab.
Chris keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A clash of legs there as Chris blocks the low kick.
Escobar misses with a leg kick.
Chris ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Escobar misses with a body punch
and Chris counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Escobar moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.#TD#
Chris closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Escobar's guard.#SUB#
Chris drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Chris jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Chris sitting in guard here, content to control.
Chris seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Escobar for as long as he can get away with.#T2#
Chris's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#SUB#
Chris has gone for a leg lock! Escobar slips out almost immediately though and dives into Chris's guard.#REVB#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB#
Chris is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Escobar working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.#SUB#
Chris is looking for a triangle but Escobar pushes his legs off easily. #T3##SUB#
Chris has his foot on Escobar's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Escobar works his way back into a safe position though.
Escobar's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Chris is trying to keep Escobar in close.
Escobar really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Chris. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Chris wants to stand up but Escobar is controlling him. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Chris keeping moving, preventing Escobar from controlling successfully.
Chris tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Chris is adopting a defensive guard.
Escobar trying to control the position from guard on top but Chris is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Escobar lands a body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Pablo Escobar dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Escobar throws the kick towards the body but Chris avoids it.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Escobar.
Chris appears to be looking for a big counter.
Chris cracks a nice hook into Escobar's ribs.
Escobar ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Chris walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
A nice inside leg kick there by Escobar. That's going to slow Chris down.
Escobar throws a shot to the body.
Chris takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Chris fails with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice uppercut lands for Escobar. That snapped Chris's head back.
Chris on the wrong end of a nice hook.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Escobar fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Chris has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#T1#
Escobar throws a right hand that misses
and Chris counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Escobar throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Chris swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Escobar throws the left hand but Chris avoids the punch easily.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Chris on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Escobar lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Chris throws a right and a left that Escobar avoids nicely.
Escobar throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A little feinted left hand from Chris on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Escobar throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Escobar swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Escobar takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A combination from Chris does no damage.
Some wild striking there from Chris.
Pablo Escobar seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Escobar uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Chris.
Chris has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Chris there as he acknowledges the shot.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Escobar misses with a body shot.
Chris was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Chris steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Escobar. That one must have hurt.
Escobar stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Escobar wants it to stay on the feet.
Escobar goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
A little feinted left hand from Chris on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Escobar misses the jab.
Escobar misses with a jab to the body
and Escobar takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Chris takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Pablo Escobar is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Chris takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Escobar just misses with a punch to the body.
Escobar uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Escobar throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Chris counters with a series of strikes. Escobar will be more careful next time no doubt.
Chris avoids a punch combination nicely.
Chris is looking for a counter combo.
Chris pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Nice straight punches there by Escobar. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Escobar.#T3#
Escobar takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Escobar has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Escobar takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Chris takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Escobar lands a right hook to the body.
Escobar throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Pablo Escobar seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A telegraphed right hand from Escobar misses the target.
Chris is looking to counter punch.
Escobar swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Chris.
Chris blocks a jab.
Chris uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Escobar.
An attempted straight right counter from Chris misses the target.
Escobar throws a jab but it's blocked by Chris.
Escobar stuns Chris with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Escobar throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Escobar. Chris does a little dance to reset his feet.
Chris drops down looking for a counter takedown but Escobar sprawls and moves away.
Escobar throws a left and a right that both miss
and Chris counters with a series of strikes. Escobar will be more careful next time no doubt. #T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
A chopping leg kick lands by Escobar.
Escobar fails to land with a series of punches.
Chris slips a jab from Escobar.
Escobar bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Chris's head.
Nice uppercut lands for Escobar. That snapped Chris's head back.
A looping hook to the body misses from Chris. Escobar does a little dance to reset his feet.
Escobar scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Escobar throws a lazy body kick
and Chris counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Escobar misses with a hook.
Chris is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Chris uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Escobar.
Chris was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nice body punch from Escobar.
Escobar throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Chris counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Chris avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
It looked like Chris was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Escobar misses with a straight left.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Pablo Escobar showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3##CL2#
Escobar moves into the clinch.
Chris is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Escobar is defending well.
Chris lands a left hand. #BC2#
Escobar breaks the clinch.
Escobar throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Escobar misses with a lunging right hand
and Chris cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Scuba Chris is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Escobar thumps Chris with a low kick.
Escobar throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Chris throws a hook but Escobar blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Escobar stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Chris throws a shot from downtown. Escobar moves away and avoids it.
Chris slips a jab and a cross from Escobar.
Chris appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Escobar moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Escobar throws a hook but Chris avoids it easily.#T1#
Chris has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Escobar finds it's way round the side to connect with Chris's head.
Chris fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Escobar on the side of the head.
Nice defenses there by Chris.
Escobar fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Chris looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Chris uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Escobar.
Chris throws a big counter combination but Escobar scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Escobar misses the shot to the body.
Escobar thuds his right hand into Chris's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Escobar misses the shot to the body.
A jab lands there for Escobar.#ROC2#
Chris is rocked!
Escobar swings widly with a right hand
and Chris counters with a nice uppercut.
A jab from Escobar misses.
Chris defending well as Escobar loads up on a big left hand. #TD#
Escobar gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Chris to score an easy takedown into full guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Chris controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T2##T3#
Chris continues to stall.
Pablo Escobar is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
More hug and hope from Chris.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Further stalling from Chris.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Escobar bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Chris's head.
Escobar feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Chris's calf.
A punch combination from Escobar misses.
Chris is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Chris walks into a stiff left hand from Escobar.
Escobar lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Escobar misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Chris. #TD#
Chris decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Scuba Chris has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Chris content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Escobar is controlling Chris's position as best he can from this difficult position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Pablo Escobar comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Escobar 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 Gwen Towbar scores the fight 27:30
Judge George Francis scores the fight 27:30
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Pablo Escobar!

 

Event: KOFC 73 - Force vs Karelin 3     
Date:   Nov 04, 2017
#R1#
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Escobar lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Thompson has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Thompson and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Thompson looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Escobar throws out a loose jab but Thompson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Escobar looks to land a left hand but Thompson moved out of range nicely.
Escobar swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Pablo Escobar seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Escobar misses with a body punch
and Escobar takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Nice straight punches there by Escobar. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Escobar.
Thompson cracks Escobar with a right hand to the side of the head.
Thompson avoids the body shot from Escobar.
Escobar fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Thompson manages to avoid it.
Escobar scores with the left hand. Thompson knows he should have avoided that one. #CUT#
It looks like Kevin Thompson has been cut.
Thompson cracks Escobar with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Escobar scores with a hook to the body. Thompson takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Thompson checks a leg kick.
Escobar tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Thompson was well out of range. Poor timing from Escobar.
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!
Escobar lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Thompson has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Thompson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Escobar is looking to land body kicks.
Thompson slips a jab from Escobar.
Escobar throws a hook but Thompson avoids it easily.
Thompson swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T1#
Escobar misses with an uppercut.
A big left from Thompson misses.
Escobar scores with a jab to the head.
Escobar tests Thompson's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Escobar misses with a lunging right hand
and Thompson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Thompson fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Thompson misses with a looping right.
Thompson moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Thompson avoids the body shot from Escobar.
Thompson has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Escobar.
Escobar throws a body shot but no joy.
Thompson takes a jab right on the kisser.
Escobar throws a leg kick
letting Thompson counter with a right hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Escobar throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Thompson staying out of range there.
Escobar scores with the left hand. Thompson knows he should have avoided that one.
Escobar turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#T2#
Thompson avoids the body shot from Escobar.
Thompson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Escobar moves away.
Escobar takes a swing at Thompson's ribcage but misses.
Good standup being displayed there by Escobar as he connects with a hook.
Thompson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Thompson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Escobar manages to avoid it.
That kick from Escobar tenderised Thompson's leg. Thompson is trying to keep his angry face on.
Escobar ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Thompson moves away.
Thompson now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Thompson moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#TD2#
Thompson shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Thompson is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Thompson forces his way into half guard.#T3##SUB2#
Thompson is looking for a kimura here. #SUB2#
Thompson is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB2#
Thompson looking for a submission but Escobar manages to get full guard, putting an end to that submission attempt. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Thompson passes Escobar's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Escobar has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Thompson is working away from the top position though.
Escobar wants to improve his position but Thompson is controlling well.
Thompson content to control rather than advance.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Pablo Escobar dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Kevin Thompson's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Escobar throws a body shot but no joy.
Escobar lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Escobar misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Thompson.
Escobar misses with an uppercut.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Thompson! But no joy.
Jab from Thompson.
Thompson looks to score with a jab to the body but Escobar is just out of range.
Escobar drops his hands momentarily and Thompson takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Thompson throws a hook but Escobar avoids it easily.
Thompson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Thompson uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Nice defenses there by Thompson.
Thompson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Escobar sees it coming and avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jab from Thompson.
Escobar misses with a jab to the body
and Thompson counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Escobar throws an off balance right hand
letting Thompson counter with a right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Escobar misses with a straight right.
Thompson is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Escobar with a body shot.
Escobar throws a body punch but Thompson moves out of range.
Escobar thows a body kick. Thompson tries to catch it but that hurt him. #T1#
Thompson sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Escobar feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Thompsons jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Thompson ducks under a wild hook from Escobar.
Thompson is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Thompson slips under a jab from Escobar.
Thompson now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
The fighters circle momentarily. Thompson darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Escobar takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Escobar is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Thompson.
Jab from Escobar.
Escobar throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Escobar feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Thompson's calf.
Thompson thuds his right hand into Escobar's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Thompson lands a nice looking body shot.
Thompson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Escobar lands a leg kick that knocks Thompson off balance momentarily.
Thompson takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Escobar takes a body punch but keeps moving. #T2#
Escobar tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Thompson was well out of range. Poor timing from Escobar.
Thompson is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Escobar with a body shot.#CL2#
Thompson moves into the clinch successfully.
Thompson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Escobar's elbow.
Thompson slows down the pace here.
Thompson misses with a hook to the ribs.
Escobar blocks an uppercut.
Thompson tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Thompson is working Escobar over against the cage.
Thompson lands a left hand that snaps the head of Escobar backwards.
A right handed body shot lands from Thompson. #BC#
Escobar's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Escobar staying out of range there.#T3#
Escobar takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Thompson lands a nice shot that snaps Escobar's head back.
Thompson takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Thompson punishes Escobar's body with a nice straight punch.
Thompson lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
A telegraphed right hand from Escobar misses the target.
Escobar throws a body punch but Thompson moves out of range.
Escobar swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Thompson works Escobar's body with a nice hook.
Thompson chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Escobar can pounce on him. #TD2#
Escobar gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Escobar wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Thompson is now in half guard.
Escobar is looking to improve his position. #T4#
Thompson tries to pass the half guard into mount. Escobar knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Thompson moves nicely into side control.
Thompson controls the position.#SUB2#
Thompson is working to tighten his grip on Escobar's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Escobar has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Thompson is really squeezing tight and eventually Escobar passes out! Thompson breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Kevin Thompson!
Kevin Thompson took to the mic in his post fight interview and said 'I'm coming for that belt! As far as I'm concerned I'm still undefeated, I Hate Work did not beat me, I don't care what the judges said, time to right that wrong!'.
The defeated Pablo Escobar had this to say: 'I have to think about cutting down snorting coke on weekdays'.

 

Event: DFN#24 Haack vs Fogomayu     
Date:   Oct 14, 2017
#R1#
Escobar lands a head shot.#CL2#
McCormick gets tackled into the cage by Escobar. Escobar maintains the clinch. #BC2#
Escobar breaks the clinch.
A chopping leg kick lands by Escobar.
McCormick is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
McCormick with a lazy takedown attempt
and Escobar counters with an outside leg kick.
Escobar looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Escobar fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Escobar paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#ROC2#
McCormick is rocked!
McCormick takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Oh McCormick is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
McCormick shoots for a double leg takedown but Escobar sprawls well. He's pushed McCormick's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Escobar fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. McCormick looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
McCormick seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
McCormick really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Escobar stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Escobar wants it to stay on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Howard McCormick. That's going to take a lot out of him.
McCormick walks straight into a right hand from Escobar - that's dropped him! Escobar jumps into mount and starts pounding away - can he finish?! More strikes go undefended and the referee has to dive in to save McCormick from any more punishment! McCormick complains about the stoppage but falls over as he tries to stand back up, so it was clearly a good stoppage.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Pablo Escobar!

 

Event: DUEL#92 Muller vs Eirickson     
Date:   Sep 03, 2017
#R1#
Escobar connects with a crisp jab.
Brown connects with a crisp jab.
Escobar thumps Brown with a low kick.
Escobar keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Brown uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Escobar.
Escobar uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Brown.
Brown shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Escobar defends it nicely.
Escobar is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Brown with a body shot.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Brown.
Escobar misses with a leg kick #TD#
and Brown counters with a single leg into guard. Escobar didn't expect that.
Brown missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Brown works over Escobar with some ground and pound from guard.
Brown working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Brown postures up in Escobar's guard and throws a big left but Escobar blocks it.
Brown stands up over Escobar, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Escobar really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Brown. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Brown trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T1#
Brown is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Brown passes into half guard.
Brown lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Escobar blocking the ground and pound attempt from Brown.
Brown not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Brown thows a huge punch but Escobar dodges it nicely.
Brown throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Brown throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Brown 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.
Brown wants to pass the guard but Escobar is defending well. #T2#
Brown throwing shots but Escobar is blocking nicely.
Escobar keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Brown not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Brown not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Brown moves nicely into side control.
Brown in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Brown taking a breather here.
Brown landing strikes. #T3#
Brown tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Brown is putting a hurting on Escobar here, landing some big shots from side control.
Brown lands an elbow.
Brown controls the position from side control.
Brown wants to control but Escobar is keeping him busy.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Brown lands a few punches from side control.
Brown in side control, throwing shots but Escobar defends.
Brown working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Brown working the ground and pound from side control.
Brown working the ground and pound.#T4#
Brown lands a decent elbow from side control.
Escobar takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Escobar takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.#ROC#
Escobar is rocked!
Escobar takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Escobar is still in real trouble! Can Brown finish him?
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!
Brown scores with a big shot from side control... and another... and another! Oh Escobar is done here - save him referee! More strikes land and eventually the ref does step in and Brown can finally stop beating on his defenseless opponent!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Nino Brown!
Nino Brown thanked the fans post fight for their support.
Pablo Escobar spoke after the fight, saying 'I have to think about cutting down snorting coke on weekdays'.

 

Event: DUEL#86 Reilly vs Johnsson     
Date:   Jul 29, 2017
#R1#
Escobar fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Stone manages to avoid it.
Stone blocks a leg kick.
Stone missing with a left hand there. Escobar was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Escobar lands a head shot.
Stone looks to throw the jab but Escobar is out of range.
Escobar lands a jab to Stone's midsection.
Nice defenses there by Stone.
Stone just misses with a punch to the body.
A jab from Escobar does it's job there.
Stone ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Escobar falls off balance throwing a combination
and Stone counters with a slapping leg kick.
Escobar throws a lazy uppercut
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Escobar throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Stone.
Stone tries to clinch but Escobar moves out of range.
Escobar tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Stone manages to circle out of the way.#T1#
Escobar scoring well with a low kick there.
Escobar looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Stone takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Stone walks into a stiff left hand from Escobar.
Stone with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Escobar misses with a few strikes there.
Stone looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Escobar tries to work over Stone's front leg with a kick but Stone checks it.
A head kick misses from Stone.
Stone misses the shot to the body.
Escobar throws a body shot but no joy.
Stone wants to counter with a clinch but Escobar pushes him away.
Stone misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Escobar.
Escobar seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Escobar defending well as Stone loads up on a big left hand.
Escobar misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Stone.
Stone on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Stone, right into the meat.
Stone blocks a low kick nicely.
Stone with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Stone.
Escobar throws a sloppy body shot
and Stone connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Escobar misses with a body shot.
Escobar throws a left and a right that both miss #CL2#
and Stone holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Escobar lands a body shot.
Escobar works on Stone's body with a couple of short punches.
Stone with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Stone's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A right hand to the body from Escobar.
Escobar working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Stone tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Escobar avoids the elbow strike from Stone, against the cage. #T3#
Escobar blocks the elbow strike.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Escobar misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Escobar keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Stone's efforts to push away.
Escobar lands a body shot.
Stone tries a knee to the head but Escobar blocks it.
Escobar working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Escobar lands with a right to the head.
Escobar works on Stone's body with a couple of short punches.
Escobar misses with a punch to the body.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Escobar.
Escobar scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Stone blocks a body shot from Escobar.
Escobar tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Stone's elbow.
Escobar lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Escobar is leaning against Stone and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Stone connects with a nasty looking knee right to Escobar's face. #T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A short uppercut from Escobar.
Escobar lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Stone backwards.
Escobar has a couple of punches blocked by Stone.
Escobar avoiding damage as Stone throws knees to the body.
Escobar lands a nice uppercut.
Escobar dodges an elbow strike from Stone.
Stone with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Stone is trying to stall.
Escobar lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
With the fighters up against the cage, Stone throws an elbow but misses.
Escobar avoiding damage as Stone throws knees to the body.
Escobar lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Stone tries to land knees in the clinch but Escobar avoids the damage to the body.
Escobar scores with a nice hook to the head.
Stone is looking to control Escobar's arms but Escobar gets an underhook and turns him. Now Stone has his back to the cage.
Escobar lands with a short punch from the clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Stone throws an elbow that misses.
Escobar blocks an elbow strike.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Pablo Escobar 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#
Stone is looking to chop away at Escobar's legs.
Escobar lands a head shot.#CUT#
It looks like Robert Stone has been cut.
Escobar misses with a body shot.
Stone throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
A jab from Escobar misses.
Stone throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
A combination from Escobar does no damage.
Escobar fails to land with a series of punches.
Escobar misses the shot to the body.
Stone displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Escobar throws out the jab.
Stone appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Escobar works Stone's body with a nice hook.
Escobar scores with a leg kick.
Escobar throws a sloppy head kick and Stone moves out of range easily.
Escobar stuns Stone with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#T1#
Stone uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Escobar.
Pablo Escobar seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A punch lands to the side of Stone 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Escobar lands a nice hook to Stone's body. Stone takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
A big left from Stone misses.
Escobar is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Stone.
Stone attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Escobar seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Escobar cracks Stone with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Escobar misses with a left hand #CL2#
and Stone counters by clinching up.
Escobar lands a body punch. #BC2#
Stone breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A slow jab from Escobar misses its intended target.
Escobar lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Escobar bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#ROC#
Stone is rocked!
Stone takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Escobar is looking to chop away at Stone's legs.
Stone doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#T2#
Escobar fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Stone manages to avoid it.
Escobar uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Stone.
Escobar misses with a looping right.
Stone tries a quick counter leg kick but Escobar is wise to it.
Stone tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Escobar throws a jab when Stone was well out of range.
Stone doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Escobar blocks a jab.
Escobar misses with a shot to the body
and Stone counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Escobar with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Stone in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Stone showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Escobar.
Escobar scores with a jab to the body.#T3#
Escobar ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Stone moves away.
Escobar throws a hook but Stone avoids it easily.
Escobar connects with a jab.
Escobar ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Stone moves away.
Nice body punch from Escobar.
Stone walks into a left hand.
Escobar moves out of range of the body kick.
Stone tries to close the distance and clinch but Escobar swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Escobar on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Escobar throws a jab but it's blocked by Stone.
Stone tries a quick counter leg kick but Escobar is wise to it.
Stone misses with a kick to the body.
Escobar thuds a left hand into Stone's body.
Stone throws a leg kick but Escobar sees it coming and checks it nicely. #T4#
Escobar jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Escobar throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Stone sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Stone looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Stone lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Escobar circles away quickly and effectively.
Pablo Escobar is winning the standup battle so far.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Escobar fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Stone has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Escobar throws a nice outside leg kick.
Escobar throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Stone.
That kick from Escobar tenderised Stone's leg. Stone is trying to keep his angry face on.
Escobar throws a right and a left that Stone avoids nicely.
Both fighters circling a little - Escobar finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Escobar lands a right hook to the body.
Escobar ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Stone dodges the punch combination from Escobar.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Pablo Escobar dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Robert Stone's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Escobar misses with a wild body shot.
Stone steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Escobar.
Escobar takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Stone misses with a body kick.
Escobar fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Stone has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Escobar throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Stone fails with an attempt to clinch.
Stone throws a leg kick but Escobar sees it coming and moves out of range.
Escobar keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Escobar connects with an inside leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stone is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Escobar.
Escobar throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Stone is still on wobbly legs! Can Escobar finish him?
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Stone doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Stone seems to have recovered his senses.
Escobar throws a nice inside leg kick. #T1#
Escobar lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Escobar lands a lovely overhand right.
Escobar misses with a straight right.
Stone only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Stone wants to slow Escobar down by chopping away at his legs.
Stone avoids the body shot from Escobar.
Escobar wants to land a leg kick but Stone is out of range.
Stone ducks right into an uppercut from Escobar.
Stone ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Stone looks to land a body kick but Escobar moved away.
Stone ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Stone throws out a counter right but Escobar avoids it with no problem.
Escobar attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Escobar is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Stone can do to turn this around?
Donk. Escobar catches Stone right on the button with a cross.
Escobar throws a body shot but no joy. #T2#
Stone checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Some bone on bone action there as Escobar checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Escobar throws a body punch but Stone moves out of range.
Stone checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Stone's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Escobar throws a body punch but Stone moves out of range.
Stone tries to counter by closing the distance.
Escobar cracks Stone with an open hand slap.#CUT#
That has opened up Robert Stone's cut even more.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Stone has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Escobar.
A good leg kick by Escobar.
Stone on the wrong end of a nice hook.
A slow jab from Escobar misses its intended target.
Stone takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Stone throws a looping overhand right but Escobar ducks down to avoid it. #T3#
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Escobar checks a leg kick.
Escobar looks to land a right hand but Stone moved out of range.
Escobar bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Stone's head backwards.
Escobar tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Stone replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Escobar blocks it well.
Escobar swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Stone counters with a nice body shot.
Escobar tries to work over Stone's front leg with a kick but Stone checks it.
Pablo Escobar is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Stone takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Stone ducks under a wild hook from Escobar.
Escobar takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Escobar connects with a single shot there.
Escobar throws a leg kick but Stone sees it coming and moves out of range.
Escobar throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.#T4#
Escobar connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Escobar checks the leg kick.
Stone throws a leg kick but Escobar moved away.
Escobar misses with a kick to the body.
Escobar scores with the left hand. Stone knows he should have avoided that one.
Escobar lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Stone is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Robert Stone has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Escobar looks to land a left hand but Stone moved out of range nicely.
A cross from Escobar lands.
Stone has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Stone throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
As Stone tries to get set, Escobar tries to push him back and clinch up but Stone manages to avoid the attempt.
Escobar darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Stone moves forwards but Escobar connects with a nice, crisp jab.

And that's the end of the fight!
Pablo Escobar showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Escobar 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 Steve Montenegro scores the fight 30:27
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 30:27
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Pablo Escobar!

 

Event: Only One     
Date:   Jul 01, 2017
#R1##CL2#
Tila gets a clinch. #BC#
Escobar breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Tila throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Escobar scores to the head and body with a nice combination!#CUT#
It looks like Jet Tila has been cut.
Escobar thuds his right hand into Tila's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Escobar buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Escobar is looking to slow Tila down with leg kicks.
A jab from Escobar finds it's way through Tila's defenses. #ROC#
Tila is rocked!
Escobar throws a right hand that Tila ducks under and follows up with a left that Tila also avoids with ease.
Tila is still on wobbly legs! Can Escobar finish him?
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tila throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Tila throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Tila seems to have recovered his senses.
Both fighters circle each other, looking for something big. Escobar moves in and throws an overhand right. That hurt Tila! Escobar continues to tee off on Tila, landing with a left and a right! Escobar connects with a right hand that leaves Tila sleeping against the ropes! What a finish by Escobar!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Pablo Escobar!
Pablo Escobar retains his featherweight title!

 

Event: SupaJab     
Date:   Jun 03, 2017
#R1#
Escobar wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Escobar lands a glancing blow to the side of Suez's head.#CUT#
It looks like Travis Suez has been cut.
Escobar is looking to slow Suez down with leg kicks.
Suez misses with a head kick.
Sloppy strikes from Escobar. Those never looked like landing.
Escobar avoids the body shot from Suez.
Escobar fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Suez looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Escobar lands a nice shot to the body.
Escobar checks a leg kick.
Suez throws a leg kick but Escobar sees it coming and moves out of range. #KD#
Escobar catches his opponent with a big hook that sends him to the canvas! Suez stumbles back to his feet but will the referee allow it to continue? Suez walks forwards and this one will be allowed to continue! Come on!#ROC#
Suez is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A chopping leg kick lands by Escobar.
Suez is still on wobbly legs! Can Escobar finish him?
Suez drops his guard momentarily, allowing Escobar to crack him with a picture perfect lead left hook! Boom! Down goes Suez! Oh, he's in big trouble - I don't like his chances here as the referee's count reaches 5. 6,7,8,9...10! He's out! Escobar takes it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Pablo Escobar!
Pablo Escobar is the new featherweight champion!

 

Event: Ring Side II     
Date:   Apr 26, 2017
#R1#
Water takes one to the side of the head.
Water scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Water moves forwards but Escobar connects with a nice, crisp jab.#CL2#
Water closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes. #BC#
Escobar breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Escobar fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Escobar fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Escobar lands a nice leg kick that just misses Water's sensitive parts.
Escobar tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Water was well out of range. Poor timing from Escobar.
Escobar digs a good hook to Water's body.
Nice straight punches there by Escobar. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Escobar.
Pablo Escobar seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Water throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Escobar.
Water takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Escobar wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Escobar lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#ROC#
Water is rocked!
Water takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Water is still on wobbly legs! Can Escobar finish him?
Escobar plants his feet and throws a 3 punch combo. Miss, miss, boom! The third punch, a big right hook, connects right on the temple and drops Water to the mat, unconscious! This fight is all over! Water just couldn't keep out of the way of the whole flurry of punches!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Pablo Escobar!

 

 
 
 
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