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Event: CFC 486: Spence v McFly     
Date:   May 25, 2022
#R1#
Mirage takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Fitzsimmons throws a right hand that misses
and Mirage counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Mirage misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Fitzsimmons swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Fitzsimmons scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Mirage doesn't seem bothered though.
Fitzsimmons connects with a body shot.
Fitzsimmons digs a good body shot into Mirage's ribs.
Fitzsimmons digs a good hook to Mirage's body.
Fitzsimmons throws a head kick but Mirage moves out of range.
Mirage feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Fitzsimmons bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Mirage seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
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!
Fitzsimmons misses with a hook.
Mirage looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Fitzsimmons misses with a body shot.
Fitzsimmons dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Fitzsimmons moves away from the strike by Mirage.
Fitzsimmons attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
As Fitzsimmons tries to get set, Mirage tries to push him back and clinch up but Fitzsimmons manages to avoid the attempt.
Fitzsimmons throws a body shot but no joy.
Mirage slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Fitzsimmons's coach down at Punch Out Gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Fitzsimmons's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Fitzsimmons looks to land a left hand but Mirage moved out of range nicely.#T1#
Fitzsimmons dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Fitzsimmons jabs Mirage to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Fitzsimmons lands a nice leg kick that just misses Mirage's sensitive parts.
Fitzsimmons throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Fitzsimmons lands a nice hook to Mirage's body. Mirage takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Fitzsimmons misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mirage.
A little feinted left hand from Mirage on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Mirage on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Nice body punch from Fitzsimmons.
Fitzsimmons jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Sol Fitzsimmons seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fitzsimmons takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Mirage missing with a left hand there. Fitzsimmons was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Fitzsimmons misses with a hook to the body
and Mirage counters with a nice uppercut.
Fitzsimmons scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Mirage doesn't seem bothered though.
Mirage throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Fitzsimmons connects with a right hand. Mirage shakes it off.#T2#
Fitzsimmons scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Mirage checks a leg kick.
The crowd cheers as Fitzsimmons lands an impressive looking overhand right. Mirage doesn't seem phased though.
Fitzsimmons throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Mirage is breathing heavily.
Mirage takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Fitzsimmons works Mirage's body with a nice hook.
Fitzsimmons fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Mirage takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Mirage avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Mirage wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Mirage misses with a right hand
and Fitzsimmons counters with a stiff right hand.
Fitzsimmons dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Fitzsimmons connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Fitzsimmons is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Mirage rather than just go for the knockout.
Mirage tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
A shot to the liver by Fitzsimmons. Beautiful body shot.
Fitzsimmons lands a slapping body shot. #T3#
Mirage has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Fitzsimmons finds it's way round the side to connect with Mirage's head.
Fitzsimmons comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Fitzsimmons lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Fitzsimmons fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Fitzsimmons dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Fitzsimmons scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Fitzsimmons stuns Mirage with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Fitzsimmons throws out a powerful jab.
Fitzsimmons with a hook.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mirage throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Fitzsimmons stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#KD2#
Mirage ducks straight into an uppercut from Fitzsimmons and tumbles to the canvas! It’s a flash knockdown though - Mirage manages to regain guard straight away. #ROC2#Mirage is rocked!
Fitzsimmons scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Oh Mirage is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Fitzsimmons works over Mirage with some ground and pound from guard.
Fitzsimmons trying to control the position from guard on top but Mirage is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Fitzsimmons looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Mirage seems to have got his legs back now.#T4#
Mirage is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Fitzsimmons throwing strikes but missing.
Fitzsimmons throwing strikes but missing.
Fitzsimmons wants to control from the top but Mirage keeps moving.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Fitzsimmons is looking to stand up but Mirage won't let him.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sol Fitzsimmons dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Fitzsimmons misses the jab.
An attempted straight right counter from Mirage misses the target.
Mirage connects with a body shot that sends Fitzsimmons's belly button to the back.
Nice defenses there by Fitzsimmons.
Mirage scores with a crisp jab that stopped Fitzsimmons in his tracks.
Fitzsimmons connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Mirage's hands.
Mirage throws out a loose jab but Fitzsimmons uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fitzsimmons scores with a body shot.
A big left from Fitzsimmons misses.
As Fitzsimmons tries to get set, Mirage tries to push him back and clinch up but Fitzsimmons manages to avoid the attempt.
Fitzsimmons connects with a nice looking jab.
Fitzsimmons connects with a body shot.
Fitzsimmons tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Mirage is able to avoid easily.
Fitzsimmons misses with a looping left.
Fitzsimmons cracks a nice hook into Mirage's ribs.
Mirage has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Fitzsimmons scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Fitzsimmons scores with the left hand. Mirage knows he should have avoided that one.
Fitzsimmons catches Mirage with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#T1#
Fitzsimmons feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Mirages jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Mirage with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Fitzsimmons to score with a decent uppercut.
Fitzsimmons connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Fitzsimmons fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Mirage looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Mirage staying out of range there.
Fitzsimmons thuds his right hand into Mirage's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Fitzsimmons throws a body shot but no joy.
Mirage swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Fitzsimmons ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mirage moves away.
Mirage was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Mirage pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Sol Fitzsimmons seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Mirage throws a shot from downtown. Fitzsimmons moves away and avoids it.
Fitzsimmons fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Mirage looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Mirage misses with a body shot.
Fitzsimmons is looking to land body kicks.#T2#
Fitzsimmons moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Fitzsimmons lands with a straight right. Mirage didn't see that one coming.
Fitzsimmons thuds a left hand into Mirage's body.
Mirage walks into a stiff left hand from Fitzsimmons.
Mirage misses with a body kick.
Mirage checks a leg kick.
Mirage walks into a jab.
A telegraphed right hand from Fitzsimmons misses the target.
Fitzsimmons ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A telegraphed right hand from Mirage misses the target.
Mirage throws a shot from downtown. Fitzsimmons moves away and avoids it.
Fitzsimmons scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Mirage is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Fitzsimmons misses with a hook. Mirage ducked under it nicely.
The crowd cheers as Fitzsimmons lands an impressive looking overhand right. Mirage doesn't seem phased though.
Mirage bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#T3#
Mirage misses with a wild combination.
Fitzsimmons swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Mirage tries to counter by clinching up but Fitzsimmons breaks away and moves out of range.
Fitzsimmons scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Mirage takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Fitzsimmons jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Mirage takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Fitzsimmons lands a slapping body shot.
Fitzsimmons lands a body shot.
Fitzsimmons lands with a cross.
Fitzsimmons moves into range and connects with a jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Fitzsimmons throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Mirage walks straight into a right hand from Fitzsimmons - that's dropped him! Fitzsimmons jumps into mount and starts pounding away - can he finish?! More strikes go undefended and the referee has to dive in to save Mirage from any more punishment! Mirage 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 3:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Sol Fitzsimmons!
Our winner, Sol Fitzsimmons, 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: CFC 481: Trounvouche/Bardia F.     
Date:   May 08, 2022
#R1#
Finau throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Mirage moves out of range as Finau strikes.
Finau throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Finau lands with a shot to the body.
Mirage throws a jab when Finau was well out of range.
Mirage swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Finau blocks a jab.
No joy there for Mirage, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Finau swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mirage throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Finau to counter with a crisp jab.
Mirage slips under a jab from Finau.
Mirage slips under a jab.
Mirage throws a low kick but Finau avoids it.#T1#
Finau thuds a left hand into Mirage's body.
Mirage misses with a hook. Finau ducked under it nicely.
Finau throws a leg kick which misses Mirage's front leg but catches the back leg as Mirage tries to avoid it.
Finau dips to his left and cracks Mirage with an uppercut!
Mirage ducks right into an uppercut from Finau.
Finau takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Finau slips under a jab.
Mirage fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Finau has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Mirage throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Finau connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
The fighters circling - Mirage throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Finau swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Mirage throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #T2#
A looping hook to the body misses from Finau. Mirage does a little dance to reset his feet.
Finau throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A little feinted left hand from Mirage on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Finau 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.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Finau lands with a nice combination. Mirage backs away looking to recover.#CUT2#It looks like Alphonzo Mirage has been cut.
Mirage throws a poor cross that misses
and Finau counters with a stiff right hand.
Finau cracks Mirage with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#KD2#
Mirage ducks straight into an uppercut from Finau and tumbles to the canvas! It’s a flash knockdown though - Mirage manages to regain guard straight away. #ROC2#Mirage is rocked!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Finau seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Oh Mirage is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Finau's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Mirage seems to have got his legs back now.#T3##SUB#
Mirage is looking for a triangle but Finau pushes his legs off easily.
Finau is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Mirage has control of Finau's left arm, preventing Finau from doing any damage.
Finau slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Alphonzo Mirage seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Finau throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Mirage counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Mirage fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Finau has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#T4#
Mirage scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Finau ducks under a wild hook from Mirage.
Mirage throws a body punch but Finau moves out of range.
Mirage moves out of range of the strikes.
Finau uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Mirage.
Finau drops his hands momentarily and Mirage takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Finau defending well as Mirage loads up on a big left hand.
Mirage moves out of range of the body kick.
Mirage throws a head kick but Finau moves out of range.
A big left from Mirage misses.
Mirage looks to land a left hand but Finau moved out of range nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Vaai Finau dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Alphonzo Mirage's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Mirage moves out of range of the strikes.
Finau throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Finau is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Mirage.
Mirage wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Finau misses with a right hand
and Mirage counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Finau moves out of range as Mirage strikes.
Finau swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Finau 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.
Finau just misses with a punch to the body.
Mirage appears to be looking for a big counter.
Mirage throws an overhand right that lands on Finau's shoulder, as Finau tries to avoid the shot.
Mirage looks to land a left hand but Finau moved out of range nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mirage throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Finau looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Finau throws a half hearted mid kick.
A swing and a miss from Mirage.
A little jabbing left from Finau on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T1#
Finau staying out of range there.
Finau avoids the body shot from Mirage.
Finau has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Mirage pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Mirage scores with a sloppy right hand. Finau should have avoided that one. #CUT#It looks like Vaai Finau has been cut.
A jab from Finau does it's job there.
Finau throws the kick towards the body but Mirage avoids it.
A combination from Mirage does no damage.
Mirage takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Mirage gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Mirage takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #T2#
Mirage misses with an uppercut. Finau saw that one coming.
Mirage throws a low kick but Finau moves out of range easily.
Finau moves out of range of the strikes.
Mirage misses with an uppercut
and Finau counters with a thumping low kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mirage looks to score with a jab to the body but Finau is just out of range.
Mirage swings widly with a right hand
and Finau counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Mirage connects with a looping right hand.
Mirage misses with a body kick.
It seemed like Finau was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Mirage needs to keep his hands up - Finau had a free shot at his head there.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Finau, as that shot connected. #T3#
Mirage tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Finau was well out of range. Poor timing from Mirage.
Mirage misses with a hook #KD2#
and Finau counters with a beautiful punch that sends Mirage to the canvas!
Finau is stalling in the full guard.
Let's hope that Finau has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T4#
Finau pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Mirage is keeping the position for now.
Finau controlling from the top position. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Finau jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Mirage bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Mirage scores with a nice strike.
This has been an exciting period of action!
The fighters circling - Mirage throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A decent looking cross lands there for Finau.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Vaai Finau showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Mirage takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Mirage drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Mirage misses with a right hand
letting Finau counter with a right hand.
Mirage throws a good cross that connects.
Mirage throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
It seemed like Finau was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Mirage throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Finau stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Mirage darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Mirage seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mirage tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Mirage is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
A nice inside leg kick there by Mirage. That's going to slow Finau down.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Finau fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss. #T1#
Mirage thows a left - swing and a miss!
Finau throws out a counter right but Mirage avoids it with no problem.
Finau feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Mirages jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Mirage lands a nice hook to Finau's body. Finau takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Finau misses with a looping left.
A punch lands to the side of Mirage 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Mirage uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Finau.
Mirage misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Finau looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Good standup being displayed there by Finau as he connects with a hook.
Vaai Finau is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Mirage takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Finau fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Mirage looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Finau misses with a straight left.
Mirage looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Mirage misses with a hook. Finau ducked under it nicely.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Finau throws a hook but Mirage avoids it easily.
Mirage looks to throw the jab but Finau is out of range.
Finau swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Mirage swings for the body but Finau moves out of range.
A big right from Finau misses.
A telegraphed right hand from Mirage misses the target.
Finau scores with a jab.#T3#
Finau scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Mirage steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Finau.
Finau misses with a hook
and Mirage counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Mirage misses with an uppercut.
A looping hook to the body misses from Mirage. Finau does a little dance to reset his feet.
A little jabbing left from Finau on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Mirage thows a left - swing and a miss!
Vaai Finau seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Finau throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Mirage takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Mirage lands with an uppercut that bounces Finau off the cage and back into range.
Finau smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#T4#
Finau scores with a nice head shot.
Mirage throws a right hand that misses
and Finau counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Finau smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Mirage drops his hands momentarily and Finau takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Nice body punch from Mirage.
A telegraphed right hand from Mirage misses the target.
Mirage throws a big shot that misses.
Finau appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Mirage throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Mirage misses with a left hand
and Finau counters with a three punch combo that has Mirage backing up. Mirage nods at Finau to acknowledge the strikes.
Alphonzo Mirage has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Mirage ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Finau moves away.

And that's the end of the fight!
Vaai Finau comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Finau 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 Francis DeMontford scores the fight 27:30
Judge John Mangel scores the fight 27:30
Judge Donatello Bradman scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Vaai Finau!

A relieved looking Vaai Finau 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: CFC 475: Bosanac vs McFly     
Date:   Apr 16, 2022
#R1#
Mirage lands a nice shot to the body.
Mirage looks to throw the jab but Pinochet is out of range.
Pinochet displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Mirage throws out the jab.
Pinochet throws a hook but Mirage blocks it.
Mirage sizes up Pinochet with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Mirage fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Pinochet avoids it really well and circles away.
Pinochet thumps Mirage with a low kick.
Augusto Pinochet seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mirage stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Pinochet.
Pinochet defending well as Mirage loads up on a big left hand.
Pinochet slips under a jab from Mirage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pinochet lands with a slapping head kick.
A jab from Mirage misses.
Mirage misses with a wild body shot.
Pinochet loads up on a big right hand but Mirage slips the punch.
Pinochet fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Mirage has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
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!
Mirage stuns Pinochet with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#T1#
Mirage scores with a crisp jab that stopped Pinochet in his tracks.
Jab, jab by Pinochet - just one landing.
Mirage throws a jab but it's blocked by Pinochet.
We've been informed that Pinochet 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.
Pinochet misses with a body kick.
Mirage just misses with a punch to the body.
Mirage throws a body shot but no joy.
Pinochet avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
A good leg kick by Pinochet.
Pinochet connects with a leg kick.
Nice defenses there by Pinochet.
Mirage seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Pinochet ducks right into an uppercut from Mirage.
Pinochet with a nice calf kick.
Pinochet uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Mirage.
It seemed like Pinochet was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Pinochet fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Mirage has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Pinochet lands a nice leg kick that just misses Mirage's sensitive parts.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mirage avoids the head kick by Pinochet.
Mirage tries to counter by clinching up but Pinochet breaks away and moves out of range.
Pinochet displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Mirage throws out the jab.
Pinochet is looking to slow Mirage down with leg kicks. #T2#
Pinochet takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Pinochet fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Mirage has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Mirage steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Pinochet.
Mirage has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Pinochet.
Pinochet throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Mirage's head.
Mirage throws a right and a left that both miss.
Augusto Pinochet is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Mirage misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
The fighters circling - Pinochet throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Pinochet scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Mirage darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Pinochet throws a series of punches but Mirage avoids them all with ease.
Pinochet throws a nice outside leg kick.
Pinochet scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Mirage walks into a left hand.
Pinochet tests Mirage's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Mirage scores with a sloppy right hand. Pinochet should have avoided that one.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Pinochet - that will leave a mark! #T3#
Mirage throws out a loose jab but Pinochet uses good head movement to avoid it.
Pinochet throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Pinochet feints and then cracks Mirage's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Mirage down.
Mirage takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Mirage takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
A big left from Mirage misses.
Mirage is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Pinochet.
Mirage avoids a kick to the body.
Mirage avoids the head kick by Pinochet.
Mirage looks to land a left hand but Pinochet moved out of range nicely.
Mirage waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Pinochet.
Pinochet unleashes a big counter combination but Mirage bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Pinochet bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Mirage's head.
Pinochet throws a big shot that misses.
Mirage throws an overhand right that lands on Pinochet's shoulder, as Pinochet tries to avoid the shot.
Mirage misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Pinochet.
Mirage misses the shot to the body.
Good exchange - Pinochet coming out on top.#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Pinochet connects with an inside leg kick.
Pinochet moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Mirage takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Pinochet connects with a single shot there.
Pinochet displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Mirage.
A slapping body kick lands there for Pinochet.
Pinochet connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Mirage momentarily.
Pinochet lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Pinochet blocks a head kick by Mirage.
Mirage tries to land a front kick but Pinochet steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Pinochet lands a jab to the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Pinochet scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Mirage swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Pinochet only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Mirage is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Pinochet throws a nice outside leg kick.
Mirage throws a lazy right hand but Pinochet sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Mirage on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Augusto Pinochet dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
A decent looking cross lands there for Mirage.
Pinochet scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Mirage fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
A big right from Mirage misses.
Pinochet is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Mirage jabs Pinochet right on the nose. Pinochet blinks but takes it well.
Pinochet lands a leg kick that knocks Mirage off balance momentarily.
Mirage swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Pinochet lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Mirage throws a lazy right hand but Pinochet sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Mirage avoids a kick to the body.
A combination from Pinochet does no damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pinochet paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Pinochet lands a nice leg kick that just misses Mirage's sensitive parts.
Mirage throws a hook but Pinochet blocks it.
Pinochet blocks a jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mirage tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Mirage throws a jab when Pinochet was well out of range.#T1#
Pinochet with a hook.
Pinochet thuds his shin into the meat of Mirage's side.
Pinochet lunges at Mirage with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Mirage's hand.
Mirage will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Mirage might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Pinochet gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Pinochet connects with a solid leg kick.
Augusto Pinochet seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Pinochet throws a hook but Mirage blocks it.
Mirage throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Pinochet comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Mirage moves out of range as Pinochet throws a body kick.
Jab from Pinochet.
Pinochet lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Pinochet takes one on the button.
Pinochet has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Pinochet scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Mirage doesn't seem bothered though.
Pinochet lands a nice looking kick to the body. Mirage takes a step back to recover.
Pinochet lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Mirage circles away quickly and effectively.
Mirage was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T2#
Pinochet ducks under a wild hook from Mirage.
A little jabbing left from Pinochet on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Pinochet swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Mirage takes one on the button.
Mirage jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A jab from Pinochet finds it's way through Mirage's defenses.
Mirage swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A chopping leg kick lands by Pinochet.
Pinochet connects with a solid leg kick.
Mirage walks into a jab.
Pinochet pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A slapping leg kick lands for Pinochet.
Mirage throws a big shot that misses.
Pinochet pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Pinochet lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Mirage slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
A slapping leg kick lands for Pinochet. #T3#
Mirage rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Pinochet counters with a slapping leg kick.
An inside leg kick from Mirage misses.
Pinochet throws a quick inside leg kick.
Pinochet lands a two punch combo.
Pinochet with the inside leg kick.
Mirage moves out of range of the body kick from Pinochet.
Pinochet with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
A swing and a miss from Mirage.
Pinochet is looking to slow Mirage down with leg kicks.
Pinochet connects with a leg kick.
Pinochet moves out of range of the strikes.
Horrible takedown attempt by Mirage or perhaps it was just good defense by Pinochet, which made it look bad.
Pinochet checks a leg kick.
Mirage takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Pinochet throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mirage misses with a hook.#T4#
Pinochet chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Pinochet lets loose with a powerful body kick. Mirage will feel that in the morning.
Pinochet pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Mirage swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Mirage will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Mirage dodges the punch combination from Pinochet.
Mirage swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A nice inside leg kick there by Pinochet. That's going to slow Mirage down.
Pinochet lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Mirage lands with a nice body kick.
Mirage throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Pinochet.
Pinochet tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Pinochet looks to throw a body kick#CL#
and Mirage counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Pinochet can't break the clinch.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Mirage lands a hook that snaps the head of Pinochet backwards.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Augusto Pinochet 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 cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Crunch! Pinochet slams his shin into Mirage's torso.
Pinochet staying out of range there.
A good leg kick by Pinochet.
Pinochet scores with a body shot.
A big right from Mirage misses.
The fighters circling - Mirage throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Mirage throws a shot from downtown. Pinochet moves away and avoids it.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Mirage is defended easily by Pinochet.
Pinochet scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pinochet blocks a jab.
Pinochet fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Pinochet throws a big shot that misses.
A little feinted left hand from Mirage on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Pinochet takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders. #T1#
Mirage throws a hook but Pinochet avoids it easily.
Pinochet lands a jab.
A slapping leg kick lands for Pinochet.
Pinochet throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Mirage looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Pinochet looks for the body kick but Mirage saw that one coming.
Pinochet looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Pinochet slips a straight right by Mirage.
Pinochet was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Nice uppercut lands for Mirage. That snapped Pinochet's head back.
Pinochet slips a jab from Mirage.
Pinochet ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Pinochet connects with a right hand. Mirage shakes it off.
Pinochet blocks a jab.
Mirage swings for the body but Pinochet moves out of range.
Pinochet misses with a hook. Mirage ducked under it nicely.
Mirage tried to counter with a leg kick but Pinochet avoided it.
Danga de danga de dang - Pinochet scores with a four punch 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!
A big left from Mirage misses. #T2#
Donk. Pinochet catches Mirage right on the button with a cross.
Mirage stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Mirage takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Pinochet misses with a straight right.
Pinochet scores with a nice right hand.
Mirage throws a solid leg kick but Pinochet takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Mirage.
Despite the aggression on Pinochet's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Sloppy strikes from Pinochet. Those never looked like landing.
Nice defenses there by Mirage.
Pinochet catches Mirage with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Mirage misses with a body shot.
Pinochet fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Pinochet moves out of range of the leg kick from Mirage.
Pinochet slips under a jab.
Pinochet throws out a counter right but Mirage avoids it with no problem.
Mirage throws a shot from downtown. Pinochet moves away and avoids it.
Mirage chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Pinochet can pounce on him.
Pinochet displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Mirage throws out the jab. #T3#
Mirage throws a hook but Pinochet blocks it.
Mirage misses with a low kick.
Pinochet fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
The crowd cheers as Pinochet lands an impressive looking overhand right. Mirage doesn't seem phased though.
Pinochet moves out of range as Mirage strikes.
Mirage throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Pinochet connects with a leg kick.
Pinochet lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Pinochet lands with a good body shot.
Mirage has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Pinochet scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Mirage jabs Pinochet to the body, keeping him 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!
Pinochet moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Mirage's legs have taken a beating and he's really slowing down as a result.
Pinochet scores with a jab to the jaw.
Mirage throws a good cross that connects.
Pinochet dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Mirage. That did some damage!#T4#
Pinochet misses with a hook #CL#
and Mirage holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Pinochet misses with a punch to the body.
Mirage working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Mirage takes a shot to the head.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Mirage.
A head punch on the inside from Mirage fails to land. #BC2#
Pinochet escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Pinochet has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Mirage.
Mirage fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Pinochet throws a nice inside leg kick.
Sloppy strikes from Pinochet. Those never looked like landing.
Mirage is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Pinochet.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mirage just misses with a punch to the body.
Donk. Pinochet catches Mirage right on the button with a cross.
Mirage blocks a head kick by Pinochet.
Alphonzo Mirage has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Augusto Pinochet is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Pinochet fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Mirage.

And that's the end of the fight!
Augusto Pinochet comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Pinochet 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Augusto Pinochet!

A less than humble Augusto Pinochet misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.

 

Event: CFC 468: IsMore vs Araujo     
Date:   Mar 16, 2022
#R1#
Marley moves out of range as Mirage throws a body kick.
Marley thuds a left hand into Mirage's body.
Marley throws a jab but it's blocked by Mirage.
Marley lands with a hook. Mirage tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #CUT2#It looks like Alphonzo Mirage has been cut.
Mirage avoids a punch combination nicely.
Marley throws a body punch but Mirage moves out of range.
Marley fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Mirage looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Marley just misses with a punch to the body.
Ezekiel Marley seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mirage throws an overhand right that lands on Marley's shoulder, as Marley tries to avoid the shot.
Marley 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.
A big right from Mirage misses.
Marley connects with a jab.
Mirage misses with a body kick.
A jab from Marley misses.
Marley misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mirage.
Marley lands a jab to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Marley misses the shot to the body.
Marley throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mirage thows a left - swing and a miss!
Marley is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Mirage with a body shot.#T1#
A head kick by Marley misses
and Marley takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A solid leg kick lands there for Mirage.
Mirage connects with a single shot there.
Marley displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Mirage throws out the jab.
Mirage jabs Marley to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Mirage missing with a left hand there. Marley was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Mirage moves away from the strike by Marley.
Marley swings for the body but Mirage moves out of range.
A big right from Mirage misses.
Mirage loads up on a big right hand but Marley slips the punch.
Mirage lands a nice looking body shot.
Mirage is looking to score with low kicks.
Marley jabs at Mirage's body.
Mirage connects with a single shot there.#CUT#It looks like Ezekiel Marley has been cut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Marley misses with a hook. Mirage ducked under it nicely.
Marley takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Marley just misses with a punch to the body. #T2#
Mirage on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Marley. Marley obviously looking to wear him down.
Mirage seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Marley pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Marley throws a big shot that misses.
A lazy left from Mirage finds it's target.
Marley avoids the body shot from Mirage.
A little jabbing left from Marley on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Marley ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
It seemed like Marley was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A decent looking cross lands there for Marley.
Mirage will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Mirage takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
A telegraphed right hand from Marley misses the target.
The fighters circling - Marley throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Marley takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
A jab from Mirage misses.
Marley lands a body shot.
Mirage takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Marley misses with a body shot
enabling Mirage to counter with a crisp jab.
Marley stuns Mirage with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#T3#
Marley avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Mirage throws a jab when Marley was well out of range.
Mirage throws a head kick that misses.
Mirage looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Marley throws a hook to the side of Mirage's head but Mirage sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Mirage slips a straight right by Marley.
Mirage misses with an uppercut.
Mirage cracks Marley with a good jab.
Marley misses with a body shot.
Mirage swings for the body but Marley moves out of range.
Mirage looks to land a left hand but Marley moved out of range nicely.
A telegraphed right hand from Mirage misses the target.
Mirage defending well as Marley loads up on a big left hand.
Mirage takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Mirage throws a lazy right hand but Marley sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Marley loads up on a big right hand but Mirage slips the punch.#T4#
Mirage blocks a head kick by Marley.
Marley throws a jab but it's blocked by Mirage.
Marley gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Marley tries to land a front kick but Mirage steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
A telegraphed right hand from Marley misses the target.
Mirage lands a leg kick that knocks Marley off balance momentarily.
Mirage keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Marley takes one on the button.
Marley swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Marley ducks under a wild hook from Mirage.
Mirage misses with a looping right.
Marley appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Marley throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Marley connects with a right hand. Mirage shakes it off.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mirage throws out a loose jab but Marley uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nice body punch from Marley.
Marley lands a jab to Mirage's midsection.
Marley lands with a shot to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Ezekiel Marley will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Marley swings for the body but Mirage moves out of range.
Marley misses with a looping left.
Mirage misses with a few strikes there.
A nice side step and Marley releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Marley thuds his right hand into Mirage's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Marley lands with a shot to the body.
Mirage misses with a low kick.
Marley lands a leg kick that knocks Mirage off balance momentarily.
Mirage takes a shot to the body in his stride. #TD#
Mirage gets the takedown into side control.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mirage wants to control but Marley is keeping him busy.
Marley really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Mirage. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SU#
Mirage decides to stand back up.
Mirage takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Marley lands a body shot.
Marley misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mirage.
Mirage swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T1#
Marley looks to score with a jab to the body but Mirage is just out of range.
Mirage takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Mirage connects with a body shot.
Nice shot lands for Marley.
Mirage closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Mirage will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Ezekiel Marley seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Mirage throws a hook but Marley blocks it.
Marley closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Marley misses with a straight left.
Marley throws a hook to the side of Mirage's head but Mirage sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Mirage throws a hook but Marley blocks it.
Marley uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mirage.
Marley scores with a jab to the body.
Mirage ducks right into an uppercut from Marley.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Marley wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Marley digs a good hook to Mirage's body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T2#
Marley throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Marley with a nice cross.
Marley throws a lazy right hand but Mirage sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Marley has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Mirage takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Marley misses with a wild body shot.
Jab by Mirage.
Marley throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Marley jabs Mirage right on the nose. Mirage blinks but takes it well.#KD2#
Marley drops Mirage with a beautiful combination! Mirage stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Marley is looking for the KO!#ROC2#Mirage is rocked!
Marley throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Mirage sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Mirage pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Marley throws the kick towards the body but Mirage avoids it.
Marley throws a big shot that misses.#KD2#
Marley lands a big uppercut and Mirage crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Mirage looks OK. Marley waves Mirage back to his feet!
Oh Mirage is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
A telegraphed right hand from Mirage misses the target.
Marley lands an uppercut out of nowhere! Mirage falls backwards - clearly groggy! Marley dives in and finishes the fight with more strikes for a TKO finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ezekiel Marley!
Ezekiel Marley decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: CFC 462: Beach vs Mirage     
Date:   Feb 25, 2022
#R1##CL#
Beach instigates a clinch. #BC#
Beach escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Mirage scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Mirage moves forwards but Beach connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Mirage throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Beach cracks a nice hook into Mirage's ribs.
Beach lands with a cross.
Mirage takes one on the button.
Beach fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Beach throws a lazy uppercut
and Mirage cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Beach lands a nice hook to Mirage's body. Mirage takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
A big right from Beach misses.
Beach scores with a jab to the jaw.
Beach dips to his left and cracks Mirage with an uppercut!
Mirage's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Beach connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Mirage scrambles back to his feet.
Beach tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Mirage paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Mirage looks to throw the jab but Beach is out of range.
Jab by Beach.
Beach has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Mirage misses with a looping right.
Beach throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T1#
Mirage throws a series of punches but Beach avoids them all with ease.
Mirage lands a glancing blow to the side of Beach's head.
Beach swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Mirage.
Mirage gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Beach counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Beach throws a shot from downtown. Mirage moves away and avoids it.
Beach throws out a loose jab but Mirage uses good head movement to avoid it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Mirage! But no joy.
Beach ducks under a wild hook from Mirage.
Mirage misses with a looping right.
A telegraphed right hand from Mirage misses the target.
Mirage has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Mirage misses with an uppercut.
Beach uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
A looping hook to the body misses from Mirage. Beach does a little dance to reset his feet.
Beach swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Beach is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Mirage.
Beach misses with a hook
and Beach takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mirage throws a poor cross that misses
and Beach makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Beach tests Mirage's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Beach swings widly with a right hand
and Mirage cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T2#
Beach scores with a shot to the body. #CL#
Beach instigates a clinch.
Beach blocks a body shot from Mirage. #BC#
Beach pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Mirage throws an overhand right that lands on Beach's shoulder, as Beach tries to avoid the shot.
Beach connects with a nice looking jab.
Mirage throws a good cross that connects.
The fighters circling - Beach throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Mirage paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
A low kick lands for Mirage.
Mirage throws a hook but Beach blocks it.
Beach misses with a wild body shot.
Beach throws a hook but Mirage blocks it.
Sammy Beach seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Beach lands a really nice looking cross but Mirage seems unphased.
Mirage steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Beach.
Nice uppercut lands for Mirage. That snapped Beach's head back.
Beach's jab looks to have found its range, popping Mirage under the eye.#T3##KD#
Beach lands a big right hand that sends Mirage crashing to the mat! Beach stays standing though and waves Mirage back to his feet!#ROC#Mirage is rocked!
Mirage ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Mirage is still on wobbly legs! Can Beach finish him?
Mirage keeps the fight on the outside.
Mirage seems to have recovered his senses.
Nice defenses there by Mirage.
Beach misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Mirage tried to score with a low kick but Beach checks it.
Beach is looking to clinch.
Mirage throws a hook but Beach avoids it easily.#KD#
Beach cracks Mirage with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Mirage looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Beach finish him?
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mirage avoids the body shot from Beach.
A big right from Mirage misses.
Mirage connects with a single shot there.
Beach is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Beach scores with a jab to the jaw.
Beach feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Mirages jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Mirage misses the shot to the body.
Mirage connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Beach throws a hook but Mirage avoids it easily.#T4#
Mirage throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Beach sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Beach avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Mirage chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Mirage throws a hook but Beach avoids it easily.
A little feinted left hand from Beach on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#KD#
Beach lands a big right hand that sends Mirage crashing to the mat! Beach stays standing though and waves Mirage back to his feet!
Mirage darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Mirage closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Mirage scores with a punch to the head.
Mirage blocks a jab.
Mirage lands a nice shot that snaps Beach's head back.
Beach scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Mirage doesn't seem bothered though.
Mirage throws a hook but Beach blocks it.
Beach takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders. #ROC2#Beach is rocked!
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Mirage with a jab.
Oh Beach is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Beach lands a nice shot that snaps Mirage's head back.
Beach misses with a looping left.
A big right from Mirage misses.
Beach moves out of range of the strikes.
Mirage throws an ugly left hook that misses #KD#
and Beach counters with a crisp right hand that drops Mirage! Beach lets Mirage back up to his feet, looking for a finish!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sammy Beach dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Mirage uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Beach.
Beach seems to have got his legs back now.
Mirage avoids a punch combination nicely.
Mirage takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Beach throws a looping overhand right but Mirage ducks down to avoid it.
Beach tries to clinch but Mirage moves away
and Mirage counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Beach connects with a crisp jab.
Beach swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Beach checks a low kick from Mirage.
Mirage throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Beach scores with a hook to the body. Mirage takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Beach digs a good body shot into Mirage's ribs.
Beach swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Beach uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Mirage.
Mirage misses with a looping right.
Mirage uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Beach.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mirage avoids a punch combination nicely. #T1#
Mirage loads up on a big right hand but Beach slips the punch.
Beach is looking to counter punch.
Mirage jabs Beach to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Beach ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mirage moves away.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Mirage! But no joy.
Mirage lands a nice shot to the body.
Mirage dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Beach misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mirage.
Mirage slips a jab from Beach.
Beach misses the shot to the body.
Beach fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mirage manages to avoid it.
Mirage misses with a hook. Beach ducked under it nicely.
Beach takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Beach keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Mirage.
A telegraphed right hand from Beach misses the target.
Mirage is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Beach with a body shot.
Mirage has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Mirage ducks under a wild hook from Beach.
Mirage misses with a leg kick
and Beach connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Beach blocks a jab.#T2#
Beach jabbing away but nothing is landing.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Mirage! But no joy.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mirage lands a jab to the head.
Beach takes a swing at Mirage's ribcage but misses.
Beach tries to clinch but Mirage is having none of it.
Mirage looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Beach catches Mirage with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
A nice leg kick from Mirage, right into the meat of the thigh.
Mirage throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Beach ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mirage moves away.
Mirage throws out a counter right but Beach avoids it with no problem.
Beach throws out a loose jab but Mirage uses good head movement to avoid it.
Beach misses with a few strikes there.
A bone on bone clash there as Beach blocks the leg kick.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Beach.
Beach takes a swing at Mirage's ribcage but misses.
Beach has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Mirage.
Beach scores with a nice right hand.
Mirage with a nice calf kick.#T3#
A slow jab from Beach misses its intended target. #CL#
Beach clinches.
Beach throws a punch but it's blocked by Mirage.
Mirage is trying to maintain a safe position but Beach gets an underhook and turns Mirage into the cage.
Mirage doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Mirage stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Beach misses with a punch to the body.
Mirage tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Mirage swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Beach is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Mirage can do to turn this around?
Mirage tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Beach's elbow.
Beach swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Beach blocks an uppercut.
Beach blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Mirage lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T4#
Mirage lands a nice uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Mirage fails to land.
Beach has a couple of punches blocked by Mirage.
Beach tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Mirage's elbow.
Beach blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Beach blocking some punches.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Mirage fails to land.
Mirage lands with a right to the head.
Mirage can't find room to land a body shot as Beach controls the action.
Mirage misses with a short 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!
Mirage tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Mirage prevents a body shot from Beach.
Beach works on Mirage's body with a couple of short punches.
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 Sammy Beach will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R3#
Mirage uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Beach.#CL#
Beach rushes Mirage and presses him up against the cage.#BC2#
Mirage pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A big right from Mirage misses.
Mirage avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Mirage takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Beach ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mirage moves away.
Beach lands with a cross.
Mirage takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Beach misses with a double jab.
Beach jabs Mirage right on the nose. Mirage blinks but takes it well.
Beach missing with a left hand there. Mirage was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Beach uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mirage.
Mirage throws a jab when Beach was well out of range.
Mirage lands a body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Beach lands a jab.
Mirage avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T1#
Beach misses with a body shot.
Mirage gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Mirage connects with the punch.
Mirage fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Beach on the side of the head.
Beach misses the shot to the body.
Beach sets himself, and Mirage steps forward looking for the clinch! Beach avoids it this time.
Beach blocks a jab.
A jab lands there for Mirage.
Mirage tried to score with a low kick but Beach checks it.
Beach connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Mirage keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mirage takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Mirage bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A shot to the liver by Beach. Beautiful body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mirage tries a low kick but Beach avoids it.
Mirage throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mirage thows a left - swing and a miss! #T2#
Beach throws a hook but Mirage blocks it.
Beach throws a right and a left that Mirage avoids nicely.
It seemed like Mirage was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Mirage slips under a jab from Beach.
Beach slips under a jab.#KD#
Beach drops Mirage with a beautiful combination! Mirage stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Beach is looking for the KO!
Beach just misses with a punch to the body.
Beach throws a sloppy body shot
and Mirage counters with a straight right hand.
A swing and a miss from Beach.
The fighters circling - Beach throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Nice shot lands for Mirage.#ROC2#Beach is rocked!
Beach ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Oh Beach is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Beach.
Beach seems to have got his legs back now.
Mirage throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
The fighters circling - Beach throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Mirage looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Mirage keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Beach.#T3#
Mirage misses with a straight right.
Mirage lands with an overhand left.
Beach moves away from the strike by Mirage.
Beach swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Sammy Beach is winning the standup battle so far.
Beach throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Beach fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Mirage thows a left - swing and a miss!
Beach lands a jab to Mirage's midsection.
Mirage takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Mirage throws a leg kick that misses.
Mirage takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Beach scores with a jab to the jaw.
Beach scores with a body shot.
Beach on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Mirage fails with a takedown attempt.#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mirage takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Mirage throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #KD#
Beach lands a big uppercut and Mirage crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Mirage looks OK. Beach waves Mirage back to his feet!
Beach moves in close and cracks Mirage with a massive right hand! Mirage, frozen momentarily in time, tumbles to the canvas, already out cold! A brutal knockout by Beach!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:25 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Sammy Beach!
Sammy Beach retains his light heavyweight title!
An out of breath and clearly excited Sammy Beach thanked FUClothing for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).

 

Event: CFC 451: Inarritu v Tiotio     
Date:   Jan 09, 2022
#R1#
Mirage misses with a jab to the body
and Proudhon counters with a straight right hand.
Mirage displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Proudhon throws out the jab.
Mirage throws a lazy right hand but Proudhon sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Mirage uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Proudhon.
Nice defenses there by Proudhon.
Mirage lands with a hook. Proudhon tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Mirage uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Proudhon has time to react.
Mirage misses with a hook
and Proudhon cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Proudhon fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Mirage throws a leg kick that is checked
and Proudhon counters with a straight right hand.
Proudhon swings for the body but Mirage moves out of range.
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!
Mirage misses with a straight left.
Mirage moves out of range as Proudhon strikes.
Mirage throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Mirage throws a right hand that misses
and Proudhon counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Mirage misses with an uppercut. Proudhon saw that one coming.
Mirage throws a head kick that Proudhon semi-blocks. #T1#
Proudhon keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Mirage.
Nice defenses there by Proudhon.
Mirage doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Mirage cracks Proudhon with a good jab.
A swing and a miss from Mirage.
Good exchange - Mirage coming out on top.#ROC2#Proudhon is rocked!
Proudhon misses with a hook to the body
and Mirage counters with a big left hand that crumples Proudhon! He was out before he hit the floor! Brutal knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Alphonzo Mirage!
During a confident post fight interview, Alphonzo Mirage thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: CFC 445: Knox v Gonza     
Date:   Dec 19, 2021
#R1#
Mirage scores with a punch to the head.#CUT2#It looks like Cleon Wright has been cut.
Mirage swings widly with a right hand
and Wright counters with a right hand to the body.
Wright turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Mirage misses the jab.
Mirage works Wright's body with a nice hook.
Mirage swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Mirage slips under a jab from Wright.
Mirage on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Mirage looks to land a body kick but Wright moved away.
Wright appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Wright swings for the body but Mirage moves out of range.
Mirage turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Mirage lands a nice shot to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mirage is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Wright.
Mirage lands with a right hand.
Danga de danga de dang - Wright scores with a four punch combination!
Wright misses with an uppercut.
Mirage misses with a right hand
and Wright counters with a low kick, right behind Mirage 's knee.
Mirage takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Mirage moves away from the strike by Wright.
Wright on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #T1#
Wright lands with a good body shot.
Mirage keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Mirage swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Mirage throws a wild body kick that Wright sees coming a mile off.
Wright tries a low kick but Mirage avoids it.
Mirage swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Mirage keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Wright scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Mirage doesn't seem bothered though.
Mirage lands a really nice looking cross but Wright seems unphased.
Wright takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Wright misses with a low kick.
Wright lands a jab.
Mirage misses with a two punch combination.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mirage throws a body shot but no joy.
Mirage looks to land a right hand but Wright moved out of range.
Wright changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Mirage keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Mirage uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Wright has time to react.#CUT2#Cleon Wright's cut is getting worse.#T2#
Mirage scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Wright doesn't seem bothered though.
Wright throws a low kick but Mirage moves out of range easily.
Mirage misses with a straight right.
Mirage scores with a jab to the jaw.
Wright slips a straight right by Mirage.
Wright keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Mirage.
Mirage with a nice cross.
Wright walks into a stiff left hand from Mirage.#CUT2#Cleon Wright's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Wright tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Mirage defends well and Wright ends up having to push Mirage into the ropes where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Mirage works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Wright working aggressively here.
Wright swings wildly with an uppercut but Mirage uses good head movement to avoid it.
Wright misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Mirage prevents a body shot from Wright.
Mirage blocking some punches.
Mirage lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Mirage lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #T3#
Mirage misses with a body punch.
Wright tries to work over Mirage's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Wright tries a body shot but Mirage blocks it.
Mirage struggles to land a body shot inside as Wright controls his hands.
Mirage scores with a hook to the body.
Wright working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Mirage struggles to land a body shot inside as Wright controls his hands.
Wright misses with a punch to the body.
Wright lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Mirage misses with a body punch.
Mirage makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Wright misses with a punch to the body.
Wright misses with the head strike.
Mirage gets through Wright's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Mirage is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Wright is keeping busy.
Mirage lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Still in the clinch, Mirage scores with a nice short uppercut.
Mirage is trying to stall.
Mirage's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#T4#
Mirage lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Wright or not.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mirage lands a right hand that snaps the head of Wright backwards.
Wright throws a head punch that misses.
Wright throws a head punch that misses.
Wright lands a shot to the body.
Mirage fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Wright lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Nice body punch from Mirage - that landed with a thud.
Wright is breathing heavily.
Mirage lands a hook to the side of the head.
Mirage lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Mirage struggles to land a body shot inside as Wright controls his hands.
Mirage throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Wrights head.
Mirage lands with a right to the head.
A short right from Mirage.
Mirage lands a right hand that snaps the head of Wright backwards.
Wright 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.
A head punch on the inside from Wright fails to land. #BC2#
Mirage's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Mirage throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Wright looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Mirage scores with a kick to the midsection.
Wright tries to move into range but Mirage moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Alphonzo Mirage dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Cleon Wright'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.#R2#
Mirage throws the kick towards the body but Wright avoids it.
Wright misses with a wild body shot.
A leg kick checked by Mirage.
Wright takes a swing at Mirage's ribcage but misses.
Mirage blocks a head kick by Wright.
Mirage cracks a nice hook into Wright's ribs.
Mirage scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Alphonzo Mirage seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#KD2#
Mirage cracks Wright with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Mirage has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Wright to stand back up!#ROC2#Wright is rocked!
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!
Mirage moves out of range of the body kick from Wright. #KD2#
Mirage drops Wright with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Wright looks back up at him and smiles so Mirage waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
Oh Wright is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#CUT2#Jeez, Cleon Wright's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Mirage chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Wright is aggressively charging in as Mirage backs up avoiding any damage. Mirage tosses out a jab and Wright runs right into it face first! Wright is out cold! Mirage dropped down on all fours and is barking in Wright's face like a pit bull in celebration until the ref was finally able to pull him away!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:41 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Alphonzo Mirage!
An out of breath Alphonzo Mirage thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: CFC 439: IsMore v Neuer 2     
Date:   Nov 21, 2021
#R1#
Vujić lands a nice shot that snaps Mirage's head back.
Mirage misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Vujić.
Vujić punishes Mirage's body with a nice straight punch.
Mirage throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Vujić misses with a body shot.
Vujić fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mirage manages to avoid it.
Vujić has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Mirage is landing a low percentage of strikes.
A decent looking cross lands there for Vujić.
A low kick lands for Mirage.
Vujić comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Mirage 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.
Mirage takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
We've been told by Mirage's head coaches at OFFSEASON Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Vujić throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
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!
Vujić dips to his left and cracks Mirage with an uppercut!
Vujić sizes up Mirage with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Mirage takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
An inside leg kick from Mirage misses.
Krsto Vujić seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Vujić slips a jab from Mirage.
Mirage staying out of range there.
Vujić works the jab nicely.
Vujić moves out of range as Mirage strikes.
Mirage doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Vujić cracks Mirage with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Vujić misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mirage.
A jab from Mirage misses.
Vujić is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Vujić jabs at Mirage's body.
Vujić tries to clinch but Mirage moves out of range.
Mirage takes a swing at Vujić's ribcage but misses.
Vujić connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Vujić steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Mirage.
Vujić throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Mirage on the side of the head. #T2#
Mirage dodges the punch combination from Vujić.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Vujić ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Mirage swats away the attempt to clinch by Vujić.
Vujić lands a nice looking body shot. #TD2#
Vujić throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Mirage tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Vujić is in Mirage's guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Mirage is on top in guard. #REVR#
Mirage wants to control from the top but Vujić keeps moving.
Vujić looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Vujić holds on and takes a little breather. #T3#
Vujić keeping moving, preventing Mirage from controlling successfully.
Mirage won't allow Vujić to sweep him here.
Vujić looking to control.
Mirage trying to control the position from guard on top but Vujić is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mirage is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Vujić is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Mirage is really struggling to control Vujić but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Mirage slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
A lull in the action here as Mirage stalls from top position.
Mirage has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#SU#
Mirage decides to stand back up. Mirage steps back and let's Vujić get back to his feet.
Alphonzo Mirage is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Vujić tries to close the distance and clinch but Mirage swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Mirage swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Vujić lands a slapping body shot.
Jab, jab by Mirage - just one landing.
Mirage is looking to land body kicks.
Mirage swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Mirage throws a body punch but Vujić moves out of range.
Vujić is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Mirage had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Mirage moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Krsto Vujić dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Mirage lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Vujić misses with a double jab.
A shot to the liver by Vujić. Beautiful body shot.
Vujić cracks a nice hook into Mirage's ribs.
Vujić thuds a left hand into Mirage's body.
Mirage throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Vujić tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Vujić misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mirage.
Vujić lands a right hook to the body.
Mirage misses with a looping right.
Vujić has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vujić waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Mirage.
Vujić tests Mirage's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Krsto Vujić seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Mirage bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Vujić lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering. #T1##TD2#
Vujić shoots in and bounces Mirage off the ropes to secure the takedown into guard.
Mirage has Vujić pulled in close to control his posture.
Mirage controls Vujić momentarily but Vujić frees himself.
Mirage keeping moving, preventing Vujić from controlling successfully.
Mirage is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Vujić postures up.
Mirage keeping moving, preventing Vujić from controlling successfully.
Vujić postures up.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.#T2#
Mirage looking to hit a scissor sweep but Vujić is one step ahead there.
Mirage wants to hit a sweep here but Vujić passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Mirage there!
Vujić looking to control but Mirage is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Mirage regains half guard.
Vujić wants to pass the guard but Mirage is defending well.
Mirage trying to hold on to Vujić's head to control him but Vujić postures up. #T3#
Vujić is controlling the pace.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Vujić is trying to control. Mirage wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Mirage trying to control from the bottom.
Mirage is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Vujić is keen to just control but Mirage is a slippery customer.
Vujić trying to pass the guard but Mirage defending well.
Mirage pushes Vujić off looking to stand but Vujić dives back in and keeps control.
Mirage tries to roll over but Vujić keeps him under control.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Mirage is refusing to be controlled, as Vujić sits in half guard. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Mirage cracks Vujić with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
A slow jab from Mirage misses its intended target.
Vujić is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Some wild striking there from Vujić.
Mirage quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Vujić swings widly with a right hand
and Mirage counters with a body kick.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Vujić bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Mirage misses with a straight left.
Mirage dips to his left and cracks Vujić with an uppercut!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Krsto Vujić showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Mirage shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #CUT#It looks like Krsto Vujić has been cut.
Donk. Vujić catches Mirage right on the button with a cross.
A lazy left from Vujić finds it's target.
Vujić checks the leg kick.
Vujić lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Mirage at a distance.
Vujić fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mirage manages to avoid it.
Mirage was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Mirage uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Vujić.
Vujić takes a swing at Mirage's ribcage but misses.
Vujić misses with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vujić takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Vujić is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Mirage rather than just go for the knockout.
Vujić scores with a jab. Mirage acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #CL2#
Vujić forces Mirage back against the ropes and clinches.
Vujić has a couple of punches blocked by Mirage.
Vujić prevents a body shot from Mirage. #T1#
Mirage misses with a hook from the clinch.
Vujić lands an uppercut.
A short right from Mirage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mirage.
Mirage can't find room to land a body shot as Vujić controls the action.
Mirage misses with a punch on the inside.
A short uppercut from Vujić.
Vujić lands a right hand.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mirage.
Vujić tries to work over Mirage's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Vujić scores with a shot to the side of Mirage's head.
Vujić blocks a body shot from Mirage.
Mirage takes a shot to the head.
Mirage lands a left hand that snaps the head of Vujić backwards.
A body shot lands from Mirage.
Mirage doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Vujić being controlled against the ropes.
Mirage throws a head punch that misses.
Vujić lands with a light punch inside.
Vujić lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Mirage blocks a body shot from Vujić.
A head punch on the inside from Vujić fails to land.
Vujić lands a body shot.
Mirage is trying to stall.
Vujić tries a body shot but Mirage blocks it.
Mirage lands a right hand.
Mirage lands a shot to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Mirage.
Krsto Vujić is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3#
Mirage lands with a right to the head.
Mirage digs a right hand underneath Vujić's ribcage. Vujić let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Mirage misses with a hook to the ribs.
Mirage content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Mirage lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Mirage throws a punch but it's blocked by Vujić.
Vujić blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Vujić prevents a body shot from Mirage.
Mirage tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Vujić's elbow.
Vujić prevents a body shot from Mirage.
Mirage misses with a body punch.
Vujić blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T4#
Mirage misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Mirage tries a body shot but Vujić blocks it.
Mirage tries a body shot but Vujić blocks it.
Vujić misses with a hook from the clinch.
Mirage goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Mirage tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Alphonzo Mirage has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Mirage misses with a body punch.
Mirage misses with a punch on the inside.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Mirage.
Vujić prevents a body shot from Mirage.
Mirage tries to throw a body punch but Vujić avoids it by throwing Mirage back against the ropes.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Krsto Vujić.
I've got Vujić winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 28:30
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 28:30
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Krsto Vujić!

Krsto Vujić seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: GAMMA#913 Papa v Raffington     
Date:   Sep 25, 2021
#R1#
Marley lands an overhand right.
Mirage lands with a shot to the body.
Mirage scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Mirage tried to score with a low kick but Marley checks it.
Mirage paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Marley looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Marley tries to close the distance and clinch but Mirage swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Mirage doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
A telegraphed right hand from Marley misses the target.
Mirage doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Both fighters circling a little - Mirage finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mirage throws a hook but Marley avoids it easily.
Mirage throws a low kick, looking for Marley's leg but Marley calmly moves out of range.
Marley takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders. #T1##KD#
Oooooh!!! Marley has knocked Mirage down with a huge combo! Marley steps away and waves a wobbly Mirage back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#CUT#It looks like Alphonzo Mirage has been cut.
Mirage misses with an uppercut. Marley saw that one coming.
Marley misses with a looping left.
Mirage is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Marley with a body shot.
Mirage lands a nice shot that snaps Marley's head back.
Mirage connects with a body shot that sends Marley's belly button to the back.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Marley tries to clinch up but Mirage circles away and keeps his distance.
Mirage works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Mirage misses with a looping left.#T2#
A jab from Marley does it's job there.
Mirage fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Mirage thows a leg kick but Marley checks it
and Marley counters with a low kick, right behind Mirage 's knee.
Mirage fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Marley.
Nice shot by Mirage.
Marley connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Mirage momentarily.
A big right from Mirage misses.
Nice defenses there by Mirage.
It seemed like Mirage was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A big left from Marley misses. #T3#
Marley throws an overhand right that lands on Mirage's shoulder, as Mirage tries to avoid the shot.
A low kick from Mirage is predictable there
and Marley counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A looping hook to the body misses from Mirage. Marley does a little dance to reset his feet.
Marley tries to clinch but Mirage moves out of range.
Marley throws a poor cross that misses
and Mirage counters with a thumping low kick.
Mirage thuds his shin into the meat of Marley's side.
Marley tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Mirage looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Mirage bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Marley's head backwards.#T4#
Marley's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Mirage connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Marley scrambles back to his feet.
Mirage uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Marley.
Marley lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Mirage scores with a body shot.
Marley misses with a straight left.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL#
Marley gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Mirage lands a right hand.
Marley lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Marley prevents a body shot from Mirage.
Marley swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Mirage misses with some punches.
Marley can't find room to land a body shot as Mirage controls the action.
A nice right hand lands inside from Marley.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Alphonzo Mirage will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Alphonzo Mirage's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Marley throws a right hand that misses
and Mirage counters with a straight right hand.
Mirage jabs Marley to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Marley ducks right into an uppercut from Mirage.
Mirage lunges at Marley with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Marley's hand.
Marley takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Nice straight punches there by Mirage. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Mirage.
Alphonzo Mirage seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marley defending well as Mirage loads up on a big left hand.
Mirage takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Marley fails with an attempt to clinch. #T1#
Mirage misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Marley.
Alphonzo Mirage seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Mirage swings widly with a right hand
and Marley counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Mirage throws a predictable looking body shot
enabling Marley to counter with a crisp jab.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Mirage, as that shot connected.
Mirage thumps Marley with a low kick.
Mirage throws a hook to the side of Marley's head but Marley sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Marley was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A big left from Marley misses.
A little jabbing left from Mirage on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Mirage throws a leg kick
and Marley counters with a straight right hand.#T2#
Mirage scores with a jab to the head.
Mirage misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Marley.
Marley uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mirage.
Marley throws a nice looking combination but Mirage bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Marley throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jab, jab by Mirage - just one landing.
A combination from Marley does no damage.
Marley moves out of range as Mirage throws a body kick.
Mirage fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Marley on the side of the head.#T3#
Mirage misses with a body kick.
Marley on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Jab by Mirage.
Mirage connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Marley misses with a right hand
letting Mirage counter with a right hand. #ROC2#Marley is rocked!
Mirage looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Oh Marley is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Mirage misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Marley seems to have got his legs back now.
Mirage throws a leg kick
and Marley counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Marley pulls out of a head kick attempt. #T4#
Marley displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Mirage throws out the jab.
Mirage has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Mirage throws a body kick that misses.
Marley is looking to counter punch.
Mirage throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Mirage misses with a body shot
and Marley 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!
Marley misses with a two punch combination.
Marley avoids the head kick by Mirage.
A jab from Mirage finds it's way through Marley's defenses.
Marley throws a combination that misses
and Mirage counters with a nice leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Alphonzo Mirage showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Alphonzo Mirage's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're 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#
Marley takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Mirage defending well as Marley loads up on a big left hand.
Mirage scores with a nice body kick.
Mirage takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Mirage throws an overhand right that lands on Marley's shoulder, as Marley tries to avoid the shot.
Marley throws a solid leg kick but Mirage takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Marley.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Mirage 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mirage looks to throw the jab but Marley is out of range.
Mirage just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromMarley.
Mirage scores with a shot to the body.
Marley bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T1#
Marley checks the leg kick.
Mirage misses with a straight left.
Mirage uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Marley.
Mirage lands with a good body shot.
Mirage misses with a wild combination.
A punch combination from Marley misses.
Mirage checks a low kick from Marley.
Ezekiel Marley has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Marley checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Marley appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Marley tries to clinch but Mirage moves away
and Mirage counters with a left to the body.
Mirage walks into a stiff left hand from Marley.
Marley throws the left hand but Mirage avoids the punch easily.
Mirage doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Marley takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Marley blocks a head kick by Mirage.
Mirage slips a straight right by Marley.
Mirage defending well as Marley loads up on a big left hand. #T3#
Mirage scores with a jab to the jaw.
Mirage checks the leg kick nicely there.
Mirage throws out a powerful jab.
Mirage lands with an uppercut that bounces Marley off the cage and back into range.
Mirage chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Mirage looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Mirage catches Marley with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Marley throws a quick inside leg kick. #T4#
Mirage dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Marley walks forward, straight into a front kick from Mirage.
Mirage throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mirage lands with a good body shot.
Mirage circles to his right before unloading a perfect head kick! Marley drops to the canvas, hurt badly! Mirage follows Marley to the ground and unloads with a series of strikes that force the referee to step in and end the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:39 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Alphonzo Mirage!
A very excited looking Alphonzo Mirage 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: GAMMA#908 Lohmus v Turillo     
Date:   Aug 21, 2021
#R1#
Johns throws a good cross that connects.
Johns misses with a wild body shot.
Mirage lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#CUT#It looks like Don Johns has been cut.
Johns throws a hook but Mirage avoids it easily.
Mirage lands with a hook. Johns tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Johns misses with a body shot.
Johns throws a sloppy body shot
and Mirage counters with a stiff right hand.
Johns cracks a nice hook into Mirage's ribs.
Johns checks a low kick from Mirage.
Johns looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Mirage connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#ROC#Johns is rocked!
Johns switches off momentarily and Mirage cracks him with a monster right hand! Johns topples backwards and makes a semi conscious attempt to cover up, as Mirage dives in to land one more shot, before the referee has time to call the fight. What a finish by Mirage!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Alphonzo Mirage!
A victorious Alphonzo Mirage thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

 

Event: GAMMA#904 Spud v McCracken     
Date:   Jul 24, 2021
#R1#
Bolleke misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mirage.
Some wild striking there from Bolleke.
Bolleke throws a body punch but Mirage moves out of range.
The fighters circle momentarily. Bolleke darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Bolleke lands the left hand.
The fighters circling - Bolleke throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Mirage doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Bolleke cracks Mirage with an open hand slap.
Bolleke with a lazy takedown attempt
and Mirage connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bolleke throws a sloppy body shot
letting Mirage counter with a right hand.
Bolleke connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Mirage throws a leg kick but Bolleke moved away.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mirage throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.#T1#
Bolleke misses with a right hand
and Mirage counters with a slapping leg kick.
Bolleke cracks a nice hook into Mirage's ribs.
Mirage gets off balance looking for a body kick#TD#
and Bolleke counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Mirage!
Mirage seems a little lost for a moment, as Bolleke dominates the positioning.
Mirage takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Bolleke throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Mirage holds on to Bolleke's head and controls the position momentarily.
Bolleke is looking to take a break and control but Mirage is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Bolleke definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Bolleke misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Mirage wants to control but Bolleke postures up.
Mirage is looking to regain half guard here but Bolleke keeps moving and retains side control. #T2#
Bolleke is looking to take a break and control but Mirage is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Mirage tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Bolleke cracks Mirage with a big elbow.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bolleke prevents Mirage from escaping the position.
Mirage is not content to let Bolleke control the position.
Mirage tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Mirage can't do much from the bottom here.
Mirage looking for a sweep but Bolleke has passed into full mount! Oh no!#T3#
Mirage bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Mirage is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Mirage won't allow Bolleke to sweep him here.
Bolleke being controlled here, momentarily.
Mirage looking to pass the guard.
Bolleke is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Bolleke 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.
Mirage slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #T4##SUB#
Bolleke has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Mirage can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Mirage sitting in guard here, content to control.
Bolleke looking to hit a scissor sweep but Mirage is one step ahead there.
Mirage trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Thomas Bolleke dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Mirage lands a jab to the nose.
Bolleke swings widly with a right hand
and Mirage counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bolleke works Mirage's body with a nice hook.
Jab, jab by Bolleke - just one landing.
Mirage uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bolleke.
Mirage takes a jab right on the kisser.
Mirage scores with a hook to the body. Bolleke takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Thomas Bolleke seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bolleke drops his hands momentarily and Mirage takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Thomas Bolleke is winning the standup battle so far.
Mirage looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Bolleke fails with the takedown
and Mirage counters with a lovely 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!
Mirage looks to land a left hand but Bolleke moved out of range nicely.#T1#
Bolleke throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bolleke moves out of range as Mirage strikes.
Mirage walks into a jab.
Mirage throws a looping overhand right but Bolleke ducks down to avoid it.
Jab, jab by Mirage - just one landing.
Bolleke throws a lazy uppercut
and Mirage counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Mirage ducks under a wild hook from Bolleke.
Bolleke cracks a nice hook into Mirage's ribs.
Bolleke takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Bolleke bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Mirage has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Bolleke finds it's way round the side to connect with Mirage's head. #T2#
Some wild striking there from Mirage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mirage just misses with a punch to the body.
Mirage just misses with a punch to the body.
A little feinted left hand from Bolleke on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Bolleke misses with an uppercut.
Mirage flicks out a counter leg kick but Bolleke steps away.
Bolleke connects with a jab.
Mirage keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bolleke.
Bolleke throws a big shot that misses.
Mirage leaves Bolleke with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Bolleke misses with a left hand
enabling Mirage to counter with a crisp jab. #T3#
Bolleke cracks Mirage with a right hand to the side of the head.
Bolleke cracks a nice hook into Mirage's ribs.
Mirage stuffs the takedown attempt from Bolleke. Bolleke gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Thomas Bolleke. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bolleke ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mirage moves away.
A left lands for Bolleke.
Bolleke misses with a hook
and Mirage connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bolleke misses the jab.
Bolleke throws a hook but Mirage blocks it.
And Mirage responds with a good body kick, but Bolleke manages to step out the way in time.
Mirage tries a head kick but it misses. #T4#
Good work by Bolleke as he checks the leg kick.
Bolleke throwing a counter right hand but Mirage manages to avoid it.
Mirage paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Mirage throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #TD#
Bolleke drives through with a takedown into guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bolleke works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Bolleke prevents Mirage from improving his position.
Mirage controlling the position well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mirage wants to get back to full guard.
Mirage is not content to let Bolleke control the position.
Mirage wants to get back to full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Alphonzo Mirage will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Bolleke avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Bolleke defending well as Mirage loads up on a big left hand.
Bolleke throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Mirage counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Mirage throws a leg kick but Bolleke moved away.
Mirage lands a right hook to the body.
Mirage connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Mirage blocks a jab.
Bolleke misses the jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bolleke throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
It seemed like Mirage was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bolleke avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bolleke with a lazy takedown attempt
enabling Mirage to counter with a crisp jab. #T1#
Bolleke bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Mirage's head.
Bolleke lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Bolleke changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Mirage tries to avoid it but Bolleke manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Mirage to the ground. Mirage escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Bolleke changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Bolleke takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Bolleke throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Bolleke lands a body shot.
Bolleke connects with a single shot there.
Bolleke lands with a straight right. Mirage didn't see that one coming.
Bolleke misses with a series of wild punches. #T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mirage with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Bolleke to score with a decent uppercut.
Bolleke looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Mirage follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Thomas Bolleke. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Mirage ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Bolleke lands a jab to Mirage's midsection.
Mirage on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Bolleke loads up on a big right hand but Mirage slips the punch.
Bolleke checks the leg kick nicely there. #T3#
A big right from Bolleke misses.
Bolleke throws a jab when Mirage was well out of range.
Bolleke misses with a right hand
and Mirage cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bolleke misses with a body punch
enabling Mirage to counter with a crisp jab.
Bolleke throws a jab when Mirage was well out of range.
Bolleke uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Mirage lands an overhand right.
Bolleke misses with a straight left.
Bolleke throws a jab when Mirage was well out of range.
A countering left hand to the body from Mirage misses.
Mirage throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.#T4#
Mirage throws a lazy right hand but Bolleke sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bolleke is looking to counter punch.
Mirage takes one to the chin there.
Bolleke loads up on a big right hand but Mirage slips the punch.
Mirage is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Bolleke with a body shot.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Mirage.
Mirage has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bolleke dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Mirage pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Mirage has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Mirage there as he acknowledges the shot.
Mirage misses with a hook.
Mirage throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Mirage stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.

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 Thomas Bolleke.
Well Bolleke 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 Fotheringham scores the fight 29:28
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 29:28
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Thomas Bolleke!

Our winner, Thomas Bolleke, 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: SYN 802 Maluga vs. Raper     
Date:   Jun 06, 2021
#R1#
Mirage feints and then cracks Holmes Jr's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Holmes Jr down.
Mirage works the jab nicely.
Mirage 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.
Holmes Jr takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Mirage fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Holmes Jr checks it well.
It looked like Holmes Jr was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Mirage.
Mirage fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Holmes Jr checks it well.
Holmes Jr wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Mirage throws an off balance right hand
and Holmes Jr counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Some bone on bone action there as Holmes Jr checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Holmes Jr keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Holmes Jr swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mirage misses with a left hand
and Holmes Jr connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Mirage connects with a solid leg kick.
Holmes Jr avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T1#
Mirage throws a lazy head kick
and Holmes Jr counters with a nice uppercut.
Holmes Jr stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Mirage.
Mirage throws an ugly left hook that misses #KD#
and Holmes Jr counters with a nice right hand that sends Mirage toppling to the canvas! Mirage scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Holmes Jr finish him?!#ROC#Mirage is rocked!
Mirage throws a quick inside leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A telegraphed right hand from Mirage misses the target.
Holmes Jr throws a quick counter head kick but Mirage was just out of range.
Mirage swings away with a body shot that misses #CL#
and Holmes Jr holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
A short right from Holmes Jr.
Holmes Jr tries to pull guard but Mirage holds him up against the cage and eventually Holmes Jr drops back down to his feet.
Mirage has a couple of punches blocked by Holmes Jr.
Nice body punch from Holmes Jr.
Mirage fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T2#
Mirage working aggressively here.
Holmes Jr lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Holmes Jr fails to pull guard.
Holmes Jr gets through Mirage's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Mirage works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Mirage throws a punch but it's blocked by Holmes Jr.
I was talking to Holmes Jr's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Holmes Jr blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Mirage.
Mirage misses with the head strike.
Mirage misses with a short punch on the inside.
Holmes Jr jumps guard but Mirage stands there with Holmes Jr around his waist. Holmes Jr gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mike Holmes Jr. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Mirage working aggressively here.
Mirage blocks a body shot from Holmes Jr.
Holmes Jr tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Mirage's elbow. #T3#
Mirage misses with a hook from the clinch.
Holmes Jr tries to throw a body punch but Mirage avoids it by throwing Holmes Jr back against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mirage.
Mirage blocks an uppercut.
Holmes Jr blocks an uppercut.
Holmes Jr blocking some punches.
Mirage swings wildly with an uppercut but Holmes Jr uses good head movement to avoid it.
Holmes Jr softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Holmes Jr lands with a left to the head.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Holmes Jr creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #TD#
Holmes Jr successfully pulls guard. #SUB#
Holmes Jr looking for a guillotine here but Mirage defends easily.
Mirage trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T4##SU2#
Mirage stands and steps away. Holmes Jr gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Mirage throws a solid leg kick but Holmes Jr takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Mirage.
Mirage fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Holmes Jr.
Mirage throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Holmes Jr on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Mirage throws a body shot but no joy.
It looked like Holmes Jr wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Mirage turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Holmes Jr on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Holmes Jr chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Mirage can pounce on him.
Mirage throws a nice inside leg 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 Mike Holmes Jr will probably get the nod.
That's time! Holmes Jr's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
A jab from Mirage misses.
Mirage swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Holmes Jr counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT#It looks like Alphonzo Mirage has been cut.
Holmes Jr takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Mirage misses with a left hand
and Holmes Jr counters with a stiff right hand.
Mirage lands a leg kick that knocks Holmes Jr off balance momentarily.
Mirage misses with a hook.
Mirage throws a big shot that misses.
Holmes Jr tried to counter with a leg kick but Mirage avoided it.
Alphonzo Mirage seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mirage turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Mirage misses with a leg kick.
Holmes Jr seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Holmes Jr avoids a punch combination nicely. #T1#
Holmes Jr slips under a jab.
Holmes Jr is looking to counter with head kicks.
Mirage lunges at Holmes Jr with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Holmes Jr's hand.
Holmes Jr keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Mirage.
Holmes Jr wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Holmes Jr slips under a jab.
Mirage throws a hook but Holmes Jr blocks it.
Holmes Jr closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Mirage misses with a double jab
letting Holmes Jr counter with a right hand.
Mirage throws a low kick but it's checked well by Holmes Jr.
Mirage throws a head kick that Holmes Jr semi-blocks. #T2#
A head kick misses from Mirage.
Mirage throws a leg kick
and Holmes Jr counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Holmes Jr displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Mirage throws out the jab.
Holmes Jr wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Mirage misses with a left hand
and Holmes Jr counters with a nice uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mirage motions for Holmes Jr to come forward. Mirage throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Holmes Jr was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Good exchange - Mirage coming out on top.
Mirage misses with an uppercut
and Holmes Jr makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Mirage pivots, looking for a leg kick but Holmes Jr is out of range and Mirage settles back down.
Holmes Jr throws a quick counter head kick but Mirage was just out of range.
A combination from Mirage does no damage.
Holmes Jr throwing a counter right hand but Mirage manages to avoid it.
Mirage misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
It looked like Holmes Jr wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T3#
Mirage throws a leg kick that is checked
and Holmes Jr counters with a stiff right hand.
A low kick lands for Mirage.
Mirage misses with a lunging right hand
and Holmes Jr counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Mirage tries to score with a low kick but Holmes Jr moves his leg out of the way.
Holmes Jr moves out of range of the body kick.
As Mirage backs away, Holmes Jr returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Mirage.
Holmes Jr seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Mirage lands with a thumping leg kick.
Mirage misses with a straight left.
Mirage digs a good body shot into Holmes Jr's ribs.
Holmes Jr takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#T4#
Mirage wants to land a leg kick but Holmes Jr is out of range.
Mirage throws a leg kick but Holmes Jr moved away.
Holmes Jr was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Mirage throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Holmes Jr counters with a stiff right hand.
Mirage throws an off balance right hand
and Holmes Jr counters with a thumping low kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mirage throws a quick inside leg kick.
Mirage misses with a right hand
and Holmes Jr counters with a head kick from the bowels of hell that crumples Mirage! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:42 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Mike Holmes Jr!
An out of breath Mike Holmes Jr thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: Syn 797 Warror vs. Navarro 2     
Date:   May 07, 2021
#R1#
Mirage with a nice calf kick.
Rubenstein takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
A low kick from Mirage misses
and Rubenstein counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT2#It looks like Alphonzo Mirage has been cut.
Mirage throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rubenstein blocks a low kick nicely.
Rubenstein looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Mirage misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein jabs Mirage to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Rubenstein blocks a low kick nicely.
Rubenstein looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mirage fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Rubenstein has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Mirage tries to land a body kick
and Rubenstein connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Mirage shoots in for a double leg but Rubenstein sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
And Rubenstein responds with a good body kick, but Mirage manages to step out the way in time.
Rubenstein moves away from the strike by Mirage.
It seemed like Rubenstein was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T1#
Mirage throws a half hearted mid kick.
Mirage swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Rubenstein throws a counter combo.
Mirage misses with a hook. Rubenstein ducked under it nicely.
Rubenstein swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Mirage goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Rubenstein! But no joy.
Rubenstein cracks Mirage with a good jab.
A decent looking cross lands there for Mirage.
Mirage cracks Rubenstein with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Mirage explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Mirage moves out of range as Rubenstein strikes.
Mirage smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Mirage lands a nice looking body shot. #T2#
Mirage throws a body shot but no joy.
Mirage throws a leg kick but Rubenstein moved away.
Rubenstein looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Mirage fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rubenstein checks a low kick from Mirage.
Mirage's corner calls for a 1-2. Mirage obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Rubenstein misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Mirage is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Mirage throws a nice outside leg kick.
Good shot there by Mirage.
Mirage throws a good cross that connects. #T3#
Rubenstein uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Mirage.
A countering left hand to the body from Rubenstein misses.
A low kick from Mirage misses
and Rubenstein counters with a nice uppercut.
A bone on bone clash there as Rubenstein blocks the leg kick.
Mirage throws a head kick but Rubenstein moves out of range.
Rubenstein looks like he wants to counter punch here.
We've been told by Mirage's head coaches at Bear Jew's baseball camp that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Mirage works the jab nicely.
Mirage 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.
Rubenstein swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Rubenstein moves away from the strike by Mirage.
Rubenstein unleashes a big counter combination but Mirage bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
A looping hook to the body misses from Mirage. Rubenstein does a little dance to reset his feet.
Mirage scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Good standup being displayed there by Mirage as he connects with a hook.
Mirage avoids the body shot from Rubenstein.
It looked like Mirage wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T4#
Mirage misses with an uppercut #KD2#
and Rubenstein counters with a head kick that drops Mirage - he's looking to finish, following his stunned foe to the ground!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mirage wants to control but Rubenstein is keeping busy. #SU2#
Rubenstein stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being.
Mirage misses with a body kick.
Rubenstein misses with a looping right.
Mirage scores with a head kick.
Mirage ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Mirage throws a leg kick which misses Rubenstein's front leg but catches the back leg as Rubenstein tries to avoid it.
Mirage missing with a left hand there. Rubenstein was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Rubenstein chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Mirage can pounce on him.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Alphonzo Mirage dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Alphonzo Mirage's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Mirage throws a leg kick that is checked
and Rubenstein counters with a stiff jab, followed by a cross and an uppercut! That's too much punishment for Mirage to take - he tumbles to the canvas, blood pouring from his nose, barely conscious. That's the end of the fight! Great knockout by Rubenstein!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Spencer Rubenstein!
Spencer Rubenstein seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: Syn Kerr vs Zulu     
Date:   Apr 18, 2021
#R1#
That kick from Mirage tenderised Sharma's leg. Sharma is trying to keep his angry face on.
Mirage lands with a hook. Sharma tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Mirage throws a big shot that misses.
Jab by Sharma.
Mirage moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Sharma misses with a wild body shot.
Nice jab there from Mirage.
Mirage tries to score with a low kick but Sharma moves his leg out of the way.
Mirage tries to land a leg kick but Sharma saw it coming and moves away.
Sharma tries to counter by clinching up but Mirage breaks away and moves out of range.
Nice defenses there by Mirage.
Mirage feints a counter leg kick.
Mirage with the inside leg kick.
Sharma ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Mirage lands a jab.
We've been informed that Mirage 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.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sharma swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sharma tries to clinch but Mirage is having none of it.
Mirage jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T1#
Mirage blocks a jab.
Mirage tried to score with a low kick but Sharma checks it.
It looked like Sharma wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
A low kick from Sharma is predictable there
and Mirage finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Mirage throws a quick inside leg kick.
Mirage lands with a straight right. Sharma didn't see that one coming.
Sharma looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Sharma.
Mirage throws a hook but Sharma blocks it.
Mirage throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Sharma lunges at Mirage with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Mirage's hand.
Mirage scores with a hook.
Sharma throws a shot from downtown. Mirage moves away and avoids it.
Sharma moves out of range of the strikes.
Alphonzo Mirage seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mirage lands with a thumping leg kick.
Mirage throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Sharma counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mirage scores with a leg kick.
Sharma is looking to land body kicks.
Mirage fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Mirage uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sharma.
A low kick from Mirage misses
and Sharma counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Sharma cracks Mirage with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Mirage throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Sharma looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Sharma pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Good standup being displayed there by Sharma as he connects with a hook.
Sharma 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.
Sharma throws a hook but Mirage avoids it easily.
Sharma misses with a looping right.
Mirage throws a jab when Sharma was well out of range.
Mirage misses with a hook. Sharma ducked under it nicely. #T3#
Sharma throws a shot to the body.
Sharma avoids the head kick by Mirage.
Nice jab there from Mirage.
Nice defenses there by Mirage.
A little jabbing left from Mirage on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Sharma thows a left - swing and a miss!
Sharma checks a leg kick nicely.
Mirage buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Mirage ducks right into an uppercut from Sharma.
Mirage throws a head kick but Sharma moves out of range.
Sharma cracks Mirage with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Sharma is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Sharma fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Mirage throws a lazy right hand but Sharma sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Sharma bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T4#
A nice inside leg kick there by Mirage. That's going to slow Sharma down.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sharma throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Mirage looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
The fighters circle momentarily. Sharma darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Mirage connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Sharma's hands.
Sharma clobbers Mirage with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #CL#
Sharma drives through and clinches with Mirage against the cage.
Mirage scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Sharma lands a nice uppercut.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Sharma.
A head punch on the inside from Mirage fails to land.
Mirage putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Sharma in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mirage blocks a body shot from Sharma.
Mirage lands an uppercut.
Mirage lands with a right to the head.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Sharma.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Alphonzo Mirage will probably get the nod.
That's time! Sharma's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Mirage shoots in for a takedown but Sharma shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Sharma misses with a hook. Mirage ducked under it nicely.
A little jabbing left from Mirage on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Mirage keeps the fight on the outside.
Mirage throws an off balance right hand
and Sharma counters with a nice uppercut.
Mirage bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Sharma's head backwards.
Sharma misses with a straight left.
Mirage uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Sharma.
Mirage lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Mirage defending well as Sharma loads up on a big left hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mirage lands with a straight right. Sharma didn't see that one coming.
A jab from Mirage finds it's way through Sharma's defenses.
Mirage blocks a head kick by Sharma.
Mirage tries to land a leg kick but Sharma saw it coming and moves away.
Mirage lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#T1#
Mirage throws a jab when Sharma was well out of range.
Sharma swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Mirage tried to score with a low kick but Sharma checks it.
Mirage throws a leg kick but Sharma moved away.
Sharma checks the leg kick.
Mirage connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Sharma's hands.
Mirage throws a leg kick that is checked
and Sharma counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Mirage comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Mirage.
Mirage connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Sharma momentarily.
Mirage throws a good cross that connects.
Mirage throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Sharma tries to counter by clinching up but Mirage breaks away and moves out of range.
Mirage pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Mirage moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #T2#
Sharma throws a right and a left that Mirage 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!
Sharma takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Sharma stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Mirage.
Mirage cracks Sharma with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Alphonzo Mirage seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Mirage wants to land a leg kick but Sharma is out of range.
Sharma throws a body punch but Mirage moves out of range.
Mirage scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
A jab from Mirage finds it's way through Sharma's defenses. #ROC2#Sharma is rocked!
Mirage misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Sharma was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Sharma misses with a straight right.
Sharma fails in his attempt to clinch.
Mirage misses with a looping left.
Sharma throwing a counter right hand but Mirage manages to avoid it.
Mirage misses with a right hand
and Sharma counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Mirage throws a leg kick
and Mirage takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T3#
Mirage uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sharma.
Mirage takes a swing at Sharma's ribcage but misses.
Sharma misses with a body shot.
Mirage steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sharma.
A telegraphed right hand from Mirage misses the target.
Sharma swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Mirage connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Sharma's hands.
Mirage throws a leg kick
and Sharma counters with a nice uppercut.
Sharma throws a wild body kick that Mirage sees coming a mile off.
Mirage throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Mirage has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A shot to the body from Sharma misses
and Mirage counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Oh Sharma is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Sharma defending well as Mirage loads up on a big left hand.
Sharma seems to have got his legs back now.
Mirage blocks a jab.
Mirage misses with a leg kick. #T4#
Sharma takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Mirage drops a shoulder and throws an uppercut that cracks Sharma right on the button. Sharma goes down! Mirage follows him to the mat and finishes the job with more strikes! Mirage gets the win via TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:14 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Alphonzo Mirage!
Alphonzo Mirage decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: Syn Whymer vs Mfer     
Date:   Mar 28, 2021
#R1#
Hammer throws a series of strikes that have Mirage backpedaling. #CUT#It looks like Alphonzo Mirage has been cut.
Hammer 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.
Mirage misses with an uppercut
and Hammer counters with a right hand from hell and Mirage is out cold! A vicious knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Thor Hammer!
Thor Hammer bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

 

Event: OFK 62 -     
Date:   Feb 10, 2021
#R1#
Mirage takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Good work by Jackson as he checks the leg kick.
Jackson keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Jackson slips a straight right by Mirage.
Mirage looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
It looked like Jackson was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Mirage.
Mirage connects with an inside leg kick.
Mirage connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Jackson momentarily.
Alphonzo Mirage seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mirage fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Jackson blocks a leg kick.
Mirage throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Jackson on the side of the head.
Mirage slips a jab and a cross from Jackson.
It seemed like Mirage was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Mirage throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Mirage's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Jackson connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Mirage scrambles back to his feet.
Mirage scores with a sloppy right hand. Jackson should have avoided that one.
Mirage has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mirage uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Jackson misses with a hook. Mirage ducked under it nicely. #T1#
Mirage walks into a left hand.
Jackson stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Mirage.
Mirage with a jab.
Mirage bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Mirage feints a counter leg kick.
Mirage throws an overhand right that lands on Jackson's shoulder, as Jackson tries to avoid the shot.
Jackson misses with a straight right.
A head kick misses from Mirage.
Jackson drops down looking for a counter takedown but Mirage sprawls and moves away.
Jackson checks the leg kick.
Mirage throws a body kick that misses.
Jackson throws a shot from downtown. Mirage moves away and avoids it.
We've been hearing reports that Jackson has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Jackson throws a body shot but no joy.
Jackson scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Jackson defending well as Mirage loads up on a big left hand.
Jackson misses with a body shot. #T2#
A low kick from Mirage is predictable there #TD#
and Jackson counters with a nice double leg into side control. Mirage won't be happy with that.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mirage parries the strikes from Jackson easily there. Jackson is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Mirage to escape.
Mirage is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Mirage regains half guard, as Jackson was trying to land strikes.
Mirage tries to kick Jackson off but Jackson keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Jackson not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #T3#
Jackson throwing shots but Mirage is blocking nicely.
Mirage gets back to full guard.
Jackson trying to control the position from guard on top but Mirage is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jackson throwing strikes but missing.
Jackson advances position into side control!
Mirage manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Jackson trying to control the action but Mirage is working from the bottom. #T4#
Jackson trying to mount his opponent but Mirage defends it.
Mirage is looking for a sweep. Jackson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Jackson looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique. #SUB#
Jackson is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Mirage doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Jackson.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Alphonzo Mirage will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Mirage throws a low kick but Jackson moves out of range easily.
Jackson was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Mirage scores with a nice head shot.
Jackson jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Jackson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mirage.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Mirage! But no joy.
Alphonzo Mirage seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A big left from Jackson misses.
Jackson on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Mirage moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Mirage misses with a low kick as Jackson jumps back.
Mirage moves away from the strike by Jackson.
Mirage misses with a leg kick #TD#
and Jackson counters with a shoot takedown. Mirage fights it but they end up in guard. #SUB#
Jackson drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Mirage manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Jackson has Mirage in his guard.#REVB#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mirage slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#T1#
Jackson manages to work his way to half guard, despite Mirage's best efforts.
Mirage passes the guard and advances to mount!
Mirage wants to control the pace but Jackson is squirming around nicely.
Jackson tries to hold on but Mirage pushes him away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mirage controlling the position easily from mount.
Jackson can't escape the position. #T2##SU2#
Mirage stands up from mount. Strange move.
Mirage throws a body kick that misses.
Mirage slips a straight right by Jackson.
Jackson fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Jackson chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Mirage can pounce on him.
Mirage misses with a leg kick #TD#
and Jackson counters with a takedown into side control.
Luther Jackson overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mirage sneaks back into half guard.
Mirage wants to improve his position but Jackson is controlling well.
Mirage keeps trying to improve his position.#T3#
Mirage holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now. #SUB#
Jackson is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Mirage is just riding it out for now. Jackson eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Jackson is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Jackson prevents Mirage from improving his position.
Mirage is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Jackson trying to control from half guard but Mirage is working away.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Jackson prevents Mirage from improving his position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Alphonzo Mirage 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! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Mirage misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jackson.
It looked like Jackson was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Mirage.
Mirage is looking to slow Jackson down with leg kicks.
Mirage misses with a low kick as Jackson jumps back.
Jackson takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Mirage bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Good leg kick by Mirage.
A slow jab from Mirage misses its intended target.
Jackson half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Mirage fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Jackson has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Jackson misses with a straight left.
Mirage displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jackson throws out the jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mirage with a nice calf kick.
Jackson throws a nice looking combination but Mirage bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Jackson dives in and grabs Mirage's left leg, looking for a takedown. Mirage pushes down on Jackson's head and hops out.
Mirage moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #T1#
Jackson throws a hook but Mirage avoids it easily.
Mirage lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Mirage connects with a body shot.
Mirage throws a poor cross that misses
and Jackson counters with a left to the body.
Mirage looks to throw the jab but Jackson is out of range.
It looked like Jackson wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Jackson misses with a hook.
Mirage scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Jackson moves out of range of the strikes.
Jab, jab by Mirage - just one landing.
Jackson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mirage moves away.
Mirage looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A solid body kick from Mirage.
A right-left combo lands from Mirage. #CUT2#It looks like Luther Jackson has been cut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jackson on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #T2#
Mirage looks to land a left hand but Jackson moved out of range nicely.
A bone on bone clash there as Jackson blocks the leg kick.
Jackson moves out of range as Mirage strikes.
Jackson is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Mirage tried to score with a low kick but Jackson checks it.
Jackson ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Mirage moves out of range of the strikes.
Mirage flicks out a counter leg kick but Jackson steps away.
Jackson throws a body punch but Mirage moves out of range.
Alphonzo Mirage is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Jackson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Mirage.
Mirage lands a leg kick that knocks Jackson off balance momentarily.
Mirage connects with a single shot there.
Mirage tries to clinch but Jackson moves away #TD#
and Jackson counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Mirage trying to hold on to Jackson's head to control him but Jackson postures up.
Mirage tries to get to full guard but Jackson has control of the leg.
Luther Jackson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3##SUB#
Jackson is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB#
Jackson is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Mirage moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Mirage has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Mirage is on top in guard. #REVB##T4#
Mirage trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Mirage sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB#
Jackson escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Mirage gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Mirage is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.

And that's the end of the fight!
Alphonzo Mirage comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Mirage 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 Wagner Zegers scores the fight 27:30
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 27:30
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alphonzo Mirage!

Post fight, Alphonzo Mirage took to the microphone: 'Get me to face the top guy before I lose all my abbs and sex appeal. '.

 

Event: PFC 217 Arendse vs Song     
Date:   Oct 25, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Mirage connects with a nice looking jab.
Ispa looks to land a body kick but Mirage moved away.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Mirage! But no joy.
Ispa uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mirage.#CL#
Ispa closes the distance and clinches. #BC2#
Mirage escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Ispa throws a body kick that misses
and Mirage connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Ispa lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Ispa tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Ispa looks for a takedown but Mirage sprawls well.#TD#
Ispa gets a takedown into half guard.#ES2#
Mirage has one foot on Ispa's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
We've been hearing reports that Ispa has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ispa looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Mirage takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Ispa sizes up Mirage with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #T1#
Jab from Mirage.
Ispa misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mirage.
Mirage scores with a jab to the jaw.
Mirage swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nice cross by Ispa.
Ispa scores with a crisp jab that stopped Mirage in his tracks.
Mirage throws a hook but Ispa blocks it.
Mirage slips under a jab.#CL#
Ispa moves into the clinch successfully.
Mirage lands a left hand. #BC2#
Mirage breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Ispa throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ispa lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
No luck for Ispa with that takedown attempt.
Mirage takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Ispa fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Mirage.#T2#
Ispa stuns Mirage with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Mirage jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ispa attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Mirage tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Ispa scores with a hook.
Ispa lands with a thumping leg kick.
Ispa misses with a body shot. #CL#
Ispa closes the distance and pushes Mirage back into the cage.#TD#
Mirage is fighting off a takedown attempt but Ispa is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Mirage to the mat. Mirage regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.#ES2#
Mirage wriggles free and stands up.
Mirage throws out a loose jab but Ispa uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ispa pivots, looking for a leg kick but Mirage is out of range and Ispa settles back down.
Ispa throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ispa swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Mirage counters with a stiff right hand.
Ispa moves out of range of the leg kick from Mirage.
Ispa lands a leg kick that knocks Mirage off balance momentarily.#T3#
Nice sprawl there from Mirage as Ispa shoots in.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tank Ispa. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ispa checks the leg kick nicely there.
Mirage throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Ispa will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Mirage is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ispa.
Ispa throws out a loose jab but Mirage uses good head movement to avoid it.
A slapping leg kick lands for Mirage.
Alphonzo Mirage is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A telegraphed right hand from Ispa misses the target.
Mirage throws out a counter right but Ispa avoids it with no problem.
Ispa takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Ispa catches Mirage with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Mirage misses with a double jab
and Ispa counters with an outside leg kick.
Mirage has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Mirage there as he acknowledges the shot.
Mirage misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ispa.
Mirage throws a shot from downtown. Ispa moves away and avoids it.
Ispa misses with a series of wild punches. #T4#
Ispa waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Mirage.
Mirage let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL#
Ispa clinches with his opponent.
Ispa throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Ispa lands a right hand that snaps the head of Mirage backwards.
Mirage is looking to break free of the clinch but Ispa has double underhooks.
Ispa lands a shot to the body.
Ispa tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Ispa lands a nice elbow. #CUT#It looks like Alphonzo Mirage has been cut.
Ispa misses with some punches.
Mirage is looking to break free of the clinch but Ispa has double underhooks. #BC2#
Mirage's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Ispa fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Mirage.
Mirage misses with a low kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ispa with a poor takedown
and Mirage counters with a nice uppercut.
Mirage scores with a hook.#CL#
Ispa clinches up against the cage.#BC2#
Mirage pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Tank Ispa will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Alphonzo Mirage'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#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Ispa.
Mirage's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Ispa connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Mirage scrambles back to his feet.
Ispa lands a jab to Mirage's midsection.
A slapping leg kick lands for Ispa.
Mirage takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Ispa throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Mirage displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Ispa.
Ispa tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mirage was well out of range. Poor timing from Ispa.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ispa throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A solid leg kick lands there for Ispa.
Ispa uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mirage.
Mirage throws a low kick but Ispa moves out of range easily.
A telegraphed right hand from Ispa misses the target.
Mirage misses with a head kick. #T1#
Ispa misses with a hook. Mirage ducked under it nicely.
A nice side step and Mirage releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Ispa ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mirage moves away.
Ispa lands an overhand right.
Ispa misses the shot to the body.
Ispa throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Mirage stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Ispa misses with a hook
enabling Mirage to counter with a crisp jab.
Mirage just misses with a punch to the body.
Mirage throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Ispa catches Mirage with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Mirage tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Ispa cracks Mirage with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Ispa tests Mirage's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Tank Ispa is winning the standup battle so far.
Ispa shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Ispa cracks a nice hook into Mirage's ribs.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ispa scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Ispa is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Mirage can do to turn this around?#T2#
Mirage avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Ispa finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt. #TD#
Ispa drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Alphonzo Mirage has got the better of the ground game so far.
Mirage wants to control but Ispa postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Ispa goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Mirage rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Ispa's guard! Nice work there by Mirage!
Mirage is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Mirage tries to stand but Ispa is controlling from the bottom. #T3#
Mirage is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SU2#
Mirage stands up from Ispa's guard - Mirage perhaps looking for a knockout.
Ispa scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Tank Ispa seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ispa missing with a left hand there. Mirage was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Ispa blocks a head kick by Mirage.
Good work by Mirage as he checks the leg kick.
Ispa lands the left hand.
Ispa lands a slapping body shot. #T4#
Mirage moves away from the strike by Ispa.
Mirage only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Ispa throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Mirage counters with a stiff right hand.
Mirage keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mirage uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ispa.
Mirage is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Ispa with a body shot.
Ispa fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Ispa swings away with a body shot that misses
and Mirage counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Mirage throws a sloppy head kick and Ispa moves out of range easily.
Mirage looks to land a right hand but Ispa moved out of range.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ispa throws a hook to the side of Mirage's head but Mirage sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Mirage lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Mirage's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Ispa scoring well with a low kick there.
Ispa keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Mirage.
Ispa lands with a cross.
Mirage misses the jab.
Ispa checks the leg kick nicely there.
Ispa connects with a solid leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tank Ispa dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Alphonzo Mirage's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Ispa lands a nice looking body shot.
Mirage uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ispa.
Nice uppercut lands for Mirage. That snapped Ispa's head back.
Ispa bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Mirage's head backwards.
Mirage keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Ispa.
Ispa lands with a straight right. Mirage didn't see that one coming.
Ispa looks to throw the jab but Mirage is out of range.
Mirage connects with a right hand. Ispa shakes it off.
Ispa throws out a leg kick but Mirage moves out of range and Ispa only half commits.
Mirage takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Ispa swings for the body but Mirage moves out of range.
Mirage swinging wildly here.
Ispa throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Mirage checks a low kick from Ispa.
Mirage feints a counter leg kick.
A swing and a miss from Ispa.
It seemed like Mirage was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T1#
Ispa thuds his right hand into Mirage's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Ispa darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Mirage has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Mirage listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Mirage lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Ispa blocks a jab.
Mirage uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ispa.
Mirage throws a big counter head kick but Ispa avoids it with no problem.
Mirage misses with a wild body shot.
A big right from Ispa misses.
Some bone on bone action there as Ispa checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Ispa feinted with a counter takedown.
Mirage misses with a leg kick
and Ispa counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Mirage throws a hook to the side of Ispa's head but Ispa sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Ispa misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Mirage just misses with a punch to the body.
Mirage looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Ispa lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Alphonzo Mirage has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Mirage enables Ispa to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Mirage manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Mirage wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ispa trying to control the position from guard on top but Mirage is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ispa passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Mirage is trying to control Ispa's posture but Ispa avoids it. #T3#
Ispa tries to advance to mount but Mirage denies him. #SUB#
Ispa goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Mirage has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Ispa but great work by Mirage.#SU2#
Mirage stands up.
Ispa throws the kick towards the body but Mirage avoids it.
Ispa swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Mirage.
Mirage jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Mirage connects with a single shot there.
Ispa steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Mirage.
Ispa throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Mirage unleashes a big counter combination but Ispa bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Ispa goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Mirage only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Ispa blocks a low kick nicely.#T4#
Ispa scores with a nice head shot.
Mirage moves away from the strike by Ispa.
Ispa feints and then cracks Mirage's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Mirage down.
Ispa throws a solid leg kick but Mirage takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Ispa.
It seemed like Mirage was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to 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!
Ispa throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Ispa with a jab.
Ispa throws a low kick but Mirage moves out of range easily.
Ispa 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.
Mirage with a nice calf kick.
Ispa looks to land a left hand but Mirage moved out of range nicely.#TD#
Ispa closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Mirage to the mat! Mirage manages to get full guard. #SUB2#
Mirage working for submissions but it's allowed Ispa to get to half guard. #SUB#
Ispa is looking for a kimura here.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 30:27
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 29:28
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tank Ispa!

An out of breath Tank Ispa thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: PFC 212 Arendse vs Urani     
Date:   Oct 04, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Mirage throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Cruzeiro looks to score with a jab to the body but Mirage is just out of range.
Cruzeiro throws a leg kick but Mirage checks it.
An inside leg kick lands from Cruzeiro.
Cruzeiro takes one on the button.
Mirage takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
A solid leg kick lands there for Mirage.
Cruzeiro throws a sloppy head kick
and Mirage counters with a stiff right hand.
A telegraphed right hand from Mirage misses the target.
Mirage loads up on a big right hand but Cruzeiro slips the punch.
Mirage slips under a jab.
Cruzeiro lands a jab.
Mirage throws a low kick but Cruzeiro moves out of range easily.
Mirage throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Cruzeiro swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
The fighters circling - Mirage throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Cruzeiro swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Mirage swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Cruzeiro ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
A lazy left from Mirage finds it's target.
We've been informed that Mirage 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.
Mirage scores with a nice right hand.
Mirage throws a shot from downtown. Cruzeiro moves away and avoids it.#T1#
Mirage looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Cruzeiro slips a straight right by Mirage.
Cruzeiro takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Mirage thuds his right hand into Cruzeiro's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Cruzeiro fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Mirage checks it well.
Mirage checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Mirage tries a quick counter leg kick but Cruzeiro is wise to it.
Mirage lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Cruzeiro takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Cruzeiro has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Mirage.
Cruzeiro walks into a jab.
Mirage misses with a right hand
and Cruzeiro connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Cruzeiro looks to throw the jab but Mirage is out of range.
Cruzeiro throws a right hand that misses
and Cruzeiro takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Cruzeiro just misses with a punch to the body.
Mirage avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Cruzeiro misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mirage.
Mirage uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Cruzeiro.
Mirage chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Cruzeiro with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row. #T2#
Some bone on bone action there as Mirage checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Cruzeiro keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Mirage.
Mirage throws a lazy uppercut
and Cruzeiro counters with a left to the body.
A big left from Cruzeiro misses.
Mirage thows a left - swing and a miss!
Mirage throws a good cross that connects.
Cruzeiro has been working on his boxing with his coaches at []—The Zoo—[] in the buildup to the fight.
Mirage is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Cruzeiro had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Cruzeiro throws out a loose jab but Mirage uses good head movement to avoid it.
Cruzeiro uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Mirage.
Cruzeiro gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Cruzeiro scores with a nice strike.
Cruzeiro looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Mirage throws a solid leg kick but Cruzeiro takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Mirage.
Cruzeiro misses the jab.
Mirage looks to land a right hand but Cruzeiro moved out of range.
As Mirage backs away, Cruzeiro returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Cruzeiro throws a body shot but no joy.
Mirage wants to clinch up but Cruzeiro keeps it at a distance.
And Cruzeiro counters with a quick kick to the body but Mirage blocks it.
Cruzeiro tries a head kick but it misses. #T3#
Mirage looks to land a right hand but Cruzeiro moved out of range.
Cruzeiro was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Mirage rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Cruzeiro counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Mirage blocks a low kick nicely.
Cruzeiro pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Cruzeiro throws a big shot that misses.
Mirage looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Cruzeiro checks the leg kick nicely there.
Cruzeiro swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Cruzeiro throws a low kick but Mirage avoids it.
Cruzeiro takes one to the chin there.
Mirage misses with a head kick.
Cruzeiro with the inside leg kick.
Cruzeiro feints and then cracks Mirage's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Mirage down.
Mirage looks to throw the jab but Cruzeiro is out of range.
Cruzeiro takes a swing at Mirage's ribcage but misses.
Mirage throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Cruzeiro sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A low kick from Mirage misses
and Cruzeiro connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Cruzeiro wants to clinch up but Mirage keeps it at a distance.
Mirage turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Cruzeiro thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Mirage if he has to take too many more of those. #T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mirage throws a right hand that misses
and Cruzeiro counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Cruzeiro moves out of range of the strikes.
Cruzeiro uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Mirage.
A swing and a miss from Mirage.
Cruzeiro throws out a leg kick but Mirage moves out of range and Cruzeiro only half commits.
Mirage missing with a left hand there. Cruzeiro was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Cruzeiro jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Mirage fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Cruzeiro looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Cruzeiro closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Cruzeiro scores with a nice right hand.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Cruzeiro.
Cruzeiro cracks a nice hook into Mirage's ribs.
Cruzeiro pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Mirage feints a counter leg kick.
Cruzeiro lands a jab to the head.
Mirage 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.
Mirage throws a big shot that misses.
A jab from Mirage finds it's way through Cruzeiro's defenses.
Mirage throws an off balance right hand #CL#
and Cruzeiro counters by clinching up.
Cruzeiro fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Mirage misses with a hook to the ribs.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Alphonzo Mirage will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Cruzeiro misses with a low kick as Mirage jumps back.
Mirage feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Cruzeiros jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Cruzeiro tries to score with a low kick but Mirage moves his leg out of the way.
Cruzeiro scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Mirage fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Cruzeiro checks it well.
Mirage throws a jab but it's blocked by Cruzeiro.
Mirage throws a hook but Cruzeiro avoids it easily.
It looked like Cruzeiro was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Mirage.
Cruzeiro uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Mirage has time to react.
Cruzeiro on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Cruzeiro gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Mirage.
Mirage checks a leg kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Mirage misses the target.
Cruzeiro jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Cruzeiro jabs Mirage right on the nose. Mirage blinks but takes it well.
Cruzeiro throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Cruzeiro slips under a jab.
Mirage lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Mirage 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.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mirage tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Cruzeiro tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Cruzeiro throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Mirage on the side of the head.
Alphonzo Mirage seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Cruzeiro misses with an uppercut.
Cruzeiro moves out of range of the leg kick from Mirage.
Mirage scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#CL2#
Mirage clinches up against the cage.
Mirage tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Cruzeiro lands a shot to the body.
Mirage working aggressively here.
Mirage misses with a punch on the inside.
A nice left hand lands by Cruzeiro.
A left hand lands to the body for Cruzeiro.
Cruzeiro throws a punch but it's blocked by Mirage.
Mirage lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Mirage working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#BC2#
Mirage's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Mirage throws the left hand but Cruzeiro avoids the punch easily.
Cruzeiro is looking to counter punch.
Cruzeiro throws a half hearted mid kick.
Mirage looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Cruzeiro throws a head kick but Mirage moves out of range.
Mirage lands with a thumping leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A leg kick checked by Cruzeiro.
Cruzeiro is looking to counter punch.#T2#
Mirage looks to land a left hand but Cruzeiro moved out of range nicely.
Mirage checks a leg kick nicely.
Cruzeiro is looking to chop away at Mirage's legs.
Mirage feints and then cracks Cruzeiro's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Cruzeiro down.
Mirage throws a head kick that misses.
Mirage lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Cruzeiro backs up against the cage.
Cruzeiro lands with a thumping leg kick.
Cruzeiro 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.
Mirage ducks under a wild hook from Cruzeiro.
A swing and a miss from Cruzeiro.
Mirage tries to land a leg kick but Cruzeiro saw it coming and moves away.
A jab from Mirage finds it's way through Cruzeiro's defenses.
Cruzeiro throws a leg kick that is checked
and Mirage counters with a stiff right hand.
Mirage misses with a straight left.
Cruzeiro swats away the attempt to clinch by Mirage.
Cruzeiro fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Mirage checks it well.
Mirage swings away with a leg kick that misses.#T3#
Mirage misses with a lunging right hand
and Cruzeiro counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Mirage tries to score with a low kick but Cruzeiro moves his leg out of the way.
Mirage rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Mirage takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Cruzeiro just misses with a punch to the body.
Cruzeiro takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Cruzeiro throws the left hand but Mirage avoids the punch easily.
Mirage lands with a slapping head kick.
Cruzeiro with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Mirage tries a head kick but it misses.
Cruzeiro throws a front kick that sends Mirage stumbling back into the cage.
Cruzeiro is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Mirage finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Cruzeiro moves out of range of the leg kick from Mirage.
Cruzeiro scores with a spinning back kick!
Cruzeiro throws the left hand but Mirage avoids the punch easily.
Cruzeiro throws a body punch but Mirage moves out of range.
Mirage throws a sloppy head kick and Cruzeiro moves out of range easily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mirage throws a combination that misses
and Cruzeiro counters with a good low kick that Mirage was not able to check. #T4#
Cruzeiro uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Mirage.
It appears Cruzeiro was looking to counter with a kick there.
Cruzeiro throws a solid leg kick but Mirage takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Cruzeiro.
Mirage avoids the head kick by Cruzeiro.
Mirage fails with an attempt to clinch.
Cruzeiro punishes Mirage's body with a nice straight punch.
Mirage keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Cruzeiro scores with a leg kick.
Cruzeiro throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Jab by Mirage.
Mirage misses with a leg kick
and Cruzeiro makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Mirage really felt that one!
Cruzeiro misses with a two punch combination.
Alphonzo Mirage seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Mirage connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Mirage uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Cruzeiro.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mirage cracks Cruzeiro with an open hand slap.
Mirage paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Cruzeiro takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Mirage lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Alphonzo Mirage will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Cruzeiro with the inside leg kick.
Mirage moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Cruzeiro stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Mirage.
Mirage slips under a jab from Cruzeiro.
Mirage drops his hands momentarily and Cruzeiro takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Cruzeiro.
Cruzeiro lands with a right hand.
Cruzeiro pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Cruzeiro bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Mirage throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Cruzeiro counters with a left to the body.
Mirage throws a chopping leg kick but Cruzeiro manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
A head kick misses from Mirage.
Cruzeiro throws a quick counter kick to the body but Mirage avoids it.
Cruzeiro connects with a crisp jab.
Cruzeiro throws a solid leg kick but Mirage takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Cruzeiro.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mirage throws an overhand right that lands on Cruzeiro's shoulder, as Cruzeiro tries to avoid the shot.
Cruzeiro throws a jab but it's blocked by Mirage.
A solid leg kick lands there for Cruzeiro.
Mirage moves out of range of the body kick.#T1#
Cruzeiro fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Mirage jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A slapping leg kick lands for Cruzeiro.
Mirage misses with a head kick.
Cruzeiro appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
A lazy left from Mirage finds it's target.
Cruzeiro takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Cruzeiro looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Mirage connects with a leg kick.
Mirage misses with a combination
and Cruzeiro counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Cruzeiro throws a low kick but it's checked well by Mirage.
Mirage throws a nice inside leg kick.
Cruzeiro swings for the body but Mirage moves out of range.
Mirage misses the shot to the body.
Cruzeiro thows a left - swing and a miss!
Cruzeiro backing away here, and Mirage unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Mirage throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Cruzeiro throws a right hand that Mirage ducks under and follows up with a left that Mirage also avoids with ease.
Cruzeiro moves away from the strike by Mirage. #T2#
Cruzeiro throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Mirage was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Julio Cruzeiro has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Cruzeiro connects with a right hand. Mirage shakes it off.
Mirage rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Cruzeiro counters with a nice kick to the body.
Cruzeiro throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A jab from Cruzeiro finds it's way through Mirage's defenses.
Mirage throws out a loose jab but Cruzeiro uses good head movement to avoid it.
Cruzeiro connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Mirage just misses with a punch to the body.
Cruzeiro swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Cruzeiro connects with an inside leg kick.
Mirage scores with a head kick. Cruzeiro tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Cruzeiro shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Good leg kick by Mirage.
Cruzeiro moves out of range as Mirage strikes.
Cruzeiro slips under a jab from Mirage.
Mirage throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Mirage tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Mirage uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Cruzeiro. #T3#
Cruzeiro throws a half hearted mid kick.
Cruzeiro connects with a single shot there.
Mirage catches Cruzeiro with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Mirage's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Mirage duly obliges.
Mirage takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Mirage takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Mirage misses with a hook. Cruzeiro ducked under it nicely.
Mirage throws a jab when Cruzeiro was well out of range.
Mirage throws a leg kick but Cruzeiro moved away.
Cruzeiro throws a leg kick but Mirage checks it.
Mirage checks a leg kick nicely.
Mirage throws a poor cross that misses
and Cruzeiro counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Cruzeiro lands a body shot.
Mirage has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Cruzeiro.
Cruzeiro goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mirage cracks a nice hook into Cruzeiro's ribs.
Cruzeiro blocks a head kick by Mirage.
Mirage drops his hands momentarily and Cruzeiro takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #T4#
Mirage throws a lazy right hand but Cruzeiro sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Cruzeiro bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Cruzeiro was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Cruzeiro bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Cruzeiro scores with a shot to the body.
Cruzeiro throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Cruzeiro tried to score with a low kick but Mirage checks it.#CL#
Mirage tries to keep at a distance but Cruzeiro has taken the fight into the clinch.
Cruzeiro gets through Mirage's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Cruzeiro blocking some punches.
Mirage prevents a body shot from Cruzeiro.
Mirage misses with a short punch on the inside.
Mirage scores with a shot to the side of Cruzeiro's head.
Mirage misses with a shot to the kidneys.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Cruzeiro can't find room to land a body shot as Mirage controls the action.
A head punch on the inside from Mirage fails to land.
A bit of stalling here from Cruzeiro.
Cruzeiro blocking some punches.
Alphonzo Mirage seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Cruzeiro goes for a body shot but it's blocked.

And that's the end of the fight!
Julio Cruzeiro showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Mirage 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 Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 28:29
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 28:29
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alphonzo Mirage!

Alphonzo Mirage bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

 

Event: PFC 206 Asham vs Wild 3     
Date:   Sep 13, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Mirage thows a left - swing and a miss!
Mirage thumps Lucy with a low kick.
Mirage throws a lazy right hand but Lucy sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Mirage throws a poor cross that misses
and Lucy counters with a body kick.
Lucy lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Mirage lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Mirage moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
A low kick from Mirage misses
and Lucy counters with a straight right hand.
Mirage fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Lucy has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Mirage looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lucy connects with a solid leg kick.
Alphonzo Mirage seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Mirage feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Lucys jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Lucy gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Mirage.
Mirage ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lucy moves away.#KD2#
Mirage lands a big uppercut and Lucy crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Lucy looks OK. Mirage waves Lucy back to his feet!#ROC2#Lucy is rocked!
The fighters circling - Mirage throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A swing and a miss from Lucy.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lucy is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Mirage.
Mirage lands a nice looking body shot.
Mirage cracks Lucy with a good jab.#KD2#
Mirage lands a big right hand that sends Lucy crashing to the mat! Mirage stays standing though and waves Lucy back to his feet!
Oh Lucy is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T2#
Mirage pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Lucy seems to have got his legs back now.
A head kick by Mirage misses
and Lucy counters with a stiff right hand.
Lucy tries to move into range but Mirage moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Mirage jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Mirage throws a sloppy head kick
and Lucy counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT#It looks like Alphonzo Mirage has been cut.
Mirage throws a hook to the side of Lucy's head but Lucy sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Mirage throws a lazy uppercut
and Lucy connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lucy takes one to the chin there.
Lucy looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Lucy lunges at Mirage with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Mirage's hand. #T3#
Mirage throws a body punch but Lucy moves out of range.
Lucy is looking to counter punch.
Lucy just misses with a punch to the body.
Lucy throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Mirage counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Mirage throws out a loose jab but Lucy uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mirage lands with an overhand left.
Mirage throws a leg kick that misses.
Lucy misses with a wild body shot.
Lucy moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromMirage.
Lucy moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Lucy misses with a wild body shot. #T4##KD2#
Mirage feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Lucy sprawling to the canvas! Lucy rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Mirage finish him?!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lucy works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Lucy lands the left hand.
Lucy throws a big shot that misses.
Lucy lands a leg kick that knocks Mirage off balance momentarily.
Mirage misses with a hook.
Lucy thinks about countering with a head kick.
Mirage walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Mirage just misses with a punch to the body.
Mirage just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromLucy.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lucy missing with a left hand there. Mirage was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Mirage throws a sloppy body shot
and Lucy counters with an inside leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alphonzo Mirage dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Alphonzo Mirage's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Mirage throws an overhand right that lands on Lucy's shoulder, as Lucy tries to avoid the shot.
Mirage swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Mirage uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lucy.
Lucy looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Mirage scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Some wild striking there from Mirage.
Mirage tries a head kick but it misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lucy throws a leg kick
and Mirage counters with an outside leg kick.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Mirage 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.
Lucy misses with a head kick.
A big right from Mirage misses. #T1#
Lucy avoids the head kick by Mirage.
Lucy was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Mirage lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Mirage scores with a jab to the body.
Lucy misses with a hook
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Lucy lands a nice shot that snaps Mirage's head back.
Mirage takes one to the side of the head.
The crowd cheers as Mirage lands an impressive looking overhand right. Lucy doesn't seem phased though.
Lucy takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Lucy misses with an uppercut.
Lucy feints and then cracks Mirage's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Mirage down. #T2#
Lucy ducks under a wild hook from Mirage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mirage listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Mirage getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Mirage scores with a nice right hand.
Mirage tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Lucy is able to avoid easily.
Nice straight punches there by Mirage. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Mirage.
Mirage blocks a jab.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Mirage 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 Lucy has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Lucy and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Mirage lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#T3#
Mirage bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Lucy's head.
Lucy bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Mirage lands with a shot to the body.
Lucy throws a leg kick
and Mirage counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Mirage slips under a jab.
Mirage moves out of range of the strikes.#KD2#
Mirage sends Lucy crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Mirage is motioning to the referee to let Lucy up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!
Mirage has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mirage looks for a left high kick but can't connect. Mirage backs up to catch a breather... no he lunges forward with a huge flying knee that smacks Lucy's temple! It sends Lucy violently to the canvas! The crowd goes nuts as Mirage celebrates and the doctors try to help Lucy!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:54 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Flying Knee). Alphonzo Mirage!
In his post fight interview, Alphonzo Mirage started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

 

Event: PFC 198 Pearson vs Nao     
Date:   Aug 09, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Hole defending well as Mirage loads up on a big left hand.
Hole moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Mirage throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Hole counters with a straight right hand.
Mirage keeps the fight on the outside.
Hole throws a jab when Mirage was well out of range.
Hole throws a nice inside leg kick.
Hole throws a shot to the body.
Hole misses with a wild body shot.
Hole connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Mirage momentarily.
An inside leg kick lands from Hole.
Mirage throws a hook to the side of Hole's head but Hole sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Hole on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Mirage swings for the body but Hole moves out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mirage throws a nice inside leg kick.
Mirage swings for the body but Hole moves out of range.
Hole throws a hook but Mirage avoids it easily.
Mirage throws a jab when Hole was well out of range.
Mirage uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Hole.
Mirage tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Hole manages to circle out of the way.#T1#
Mirage misses with a leg kick
and Hole connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Hole scores with a body shot.
A punch lands to the side of Hole 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Hole looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Hole jabs at Mirage's body.
Mirage throws a body shot but no joy.
Mirage looks for the body kick but Hole saw that one coming.
Hole jabs Mirage to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Hole looks to land a combination but Mirage avoids it well.
Mirage looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Mirage tries to score with a low kick but Hole moves his leg out of the way.
An inside leg kick lands from Hole.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hole digs a good hook to Mirage's body.
Mirage with a hook.
Mirage moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Hole tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Mirage is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#T2#
Mirage takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Hole throws a lazy right hand but Mirage sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Mirage feints and then cracks Hole's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Hole down.
Hole cracks Mirage with an open hand slap.
Mirage cracks Hole with an open hand slap.
Mirage tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hole was well out of range. Poor timing from Mirage.
Mirage buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Mirage throws a hook but Hole avoids it easily.
Hole wants to land a leg kick but Mirage is out of range.
Mirage is looking to score with low kicks.
Hole looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Hole connects with a nice looking jab.
Mirage uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hole.
Mirage throws a leg kick
enabling Hole to counter with a crisp jab.
Mirage takes a jab right on the kisser.
Nice uppercut lands for Hole. That snapped Mirage's head back. #T3#
Hole dips to his left and cracks Mirage with an uppercut!
Mirage misses with a hook.
Mirage is looking to chop away at Hole's legs.
Hole connects with a nice looking jab.
Hole thows a left - swing and a miss!
Hole throws a shot to the body.
Hole takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Mirage throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Hole works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Hole slips under a jab from Mirage.
A little jabbing left from Hole on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Mirage connects with a good right hand that stumbles Hole. Hole circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
A slapping body kick lands there for Hole.
Mirage avoids the head kick by Hole.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hole fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mirage manages to avoid it.
Mirage misses with a body punch
and Hole counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Mirage uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Hole.
Mirage missing with a left hand there. Hole was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T4#
Hole sizes up Mirage with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Mirage throws a body punch but Hole moves out of range.
Hole lands a glancing blow to the side of Mirage's head.
Mirage throws a body punch but Hole moves out of range.
Hole let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Hole throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Hole scores with a hook.
Mirage on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Hole lands a nice looking body shot.
Hole has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Mirage tried to score with a low kick but Hole checks it.
Mirage will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Mirage takes one to the chin there.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nice defenses there by Mirage.
Hole slips under a jab from Mirage.
A jab lands there for Hole.
Mirage loads up on a big right hand but Hole slips the punch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Harry Hole 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#
Mirage throws out a loose jab but Hole uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mirage lands a slapping body shot.
A thudding body kick lands there by Hole!
Hole on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Hole throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Mirage throws a low kick but Hole moves out of range easily.
Mirage thows a leg kick but Hole checks it
and Hole counters with a two punch combo.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Mirage might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Mirage throws a leg kick
enabling Hole to counter with a crisp jab.
Hole throws a body shot but no joy.
Hole misses with a hook.
Mirage takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Mirage half committed to a counter leg kick.
Mirage throws a front kick aimed at Hole's knee but Hole avoids it well.
A big left from Mirage misses.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hole jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Alphonzo Mirage seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mirage 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.
Mirage throws a front kick aimed at Hole's knee but Hole avoids it well. #T1#
Hole ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Mirage misses with a left hand
and Hole counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Hole throws a jab but it's blocked by Mirage.
Hole throws a leg kick which misses Mirage's front leg but catches the back leg as Mirage tries to avoid it.
Mirage wants to slow Hole down by chopping away at his legs.
Hole tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mirage was well out of range. Poor timing from Hole.
Hole misses with a looping right.
Mirage was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Hole tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mirage was well out of range. Poor timing from Hole.
Mirage takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Mirage lands with a nice body kick.
Mirage misses with a looping right.
Mirage throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mirage misses with an uppercut
and Hole makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Mirage loads up on a big right hand but Hole slips the punch.
Mirage throws a low kick but it's checked well by Hole.
Mirage sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hole clobbers Mirage with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Mirage checks a low kick from Hole.
Mirage tried to counter with a leg kick but Hole avoided it.
Nice cross by Hole.
Mirage looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Hole scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Hole throws a body shot but no joy.
Mirage lands with a nice body punch.
Nice defenses there by Hole.
Mirage throws a hook but Hole avoids it easily.
Mirage misses with a wild body shot.
Mirage looks to land a left hand but Hole moved out of range nicely.
Mirage jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Hole now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Mirage just misses with a punch to the body.
Mirage throws a wild body kick that Hole sees coming a mile off.
It seemed like Hole was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Hole throws a hook but Mirage blocks it.
Mirage keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T3#
Hole swings for the body but Mirage moves out of range.
Mirage pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Mirage jabs Hole right on the nose. Hole blinks but takes it well.
Hole throws a body kick that misses.
Mirage misses with a wild body shot.
And Hole responds with a good body kick, but Mirage manages to step out the way in time.
Hole lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Hole on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Mirage throws a combination that misses
and Hole counters with a straight right hand.
A slapping leg kick lands for Mirage.
Mirage checks a leg kick.
Hole misses with a hook. Mirage ducked under it nicely.
An attempted straight right counter from Mirage misses the target.
Hole misses with a right hand
and Mirage counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Hole bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Hole is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Mirage.
Nice jab there from Hole. #T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Hole - that will leave a mark!
Mirage throws a looping overhand right but Hole ducks down to avoid it.
Hole misses with a body shot.
Hole throws a looping overhand right but Mirage ducks down to avoid it.
Mirage cracks a nice hook into Hole's ribs.
Hole takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Mirage misses with a kick to the body.
Hole missing with a left hand there. Mirage was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Hole moves out of range of the body kick.
Hole is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Mirage with a body shot.
Hole throws a leg kick but Mirage sees it coming and moves out of range.
A big right from Mirage misses.
Mirage fakes the leg kick and cracks Hole in the body.
Mirage throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Hole has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Mirage 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 Mirage misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Harry Hole will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Hole defending well as Mirage loads up on a big left hand.
Hole moves into range and connects with a jab.
Mirage moves out of range as Hole throws a body kick.
Hole moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Good standup being displayed there by Hole as he connects with a hook.
Mirage chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Hole can pounce on him.
A thudding body kick lands there by Mirage!
Harry Hole seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Mirage uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Hole.
Mirage throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mirage misses with a few strikes there.
Hole throws a nice outside leg kick.
Mirage lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Mirage thumps Hole with a low kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mirage throws a nice inside leg kick.
Mirage cracks Hole with an open hand slap.
A telegraphed right hand from Mirage misses the target. #T1#
Mirage attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Nice defenses there by Hole.
Hole tries a quick counter leg kick but Mirage is wise to it.
Mirage cracks a nice hook into Hole's ribs.
A cross from Hole lands.
Hole moves out of range of the body kick.
Nice jab there from Hole.
Hole throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hole fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Mirage thows a left - swing and a miss!
A good leg kick by Mirage.
Hole moves out of range of the body kick.
Mirage swings for the body but Hole moves out of range.
Mirage misses with a body shot.
Mirage staying out of range there.
A telegraphed right hand from Mirage misses the target.
Mirage backing away here, and Hole unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Alphonzo Mirage has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Mirage scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Hole throws a wild body kick that Mirage sees coming a mile off.
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!
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Mirage.
Mirage pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Mirage works Hole's body with a nice hook.
Hole throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mirage looks to land a combination but Hole avoids it well.
Mirage misses with a few strikes there.
Mirage swings widly with a right hand
and Hole counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Mirage throws a low kick but Hole avoids it.
Hole's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.#CL2#
Hole has taken the fight to the clinch.
I was talking to Mirage's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Hole blocks an uppercut.
Hole lands with a short shot to the head.
Hole misses with a hook from the clinch.
Mirage throws a head punch that misses. #T3#
Mirage lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Hole.
Hole misses with some punches.
Mirage swings wildly with an uppercut but Hole uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mirage is trying to stall.
Still in the clinch, Hole scores with a nice short uppercut.
Mirage throws a head punch that misses.
Hole lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Mirage tries a body shot but Hole blocks it.
Mirage lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Hole backwards.
Mirage misses with a short punch on the inside.
Mirage lands with a left to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mirage.
Mirage throws a punch but it's blocked by Hole.
Hole lands a body shot in the clinch. #BC2#
Hole breaks from the clinch. #T4#
Mirage just misses with a punch to the body.
Hole throws out a counter right but Mirage avoids it with no problem.
Mirage misses the shot to the body.
A nice side step and Hole releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Hole jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Mirage connects with a nice looking jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mirage cracks Hole with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Mirage avoids the body shot from Hole.
Mirage throws a hook to the side of Hole's head but Hole sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Hole avoids the body shot from Mirage.
Mirage looks to land a right hand but Hole moved out of range.
Hole avoids a kick to the body.
A jab lands there for Mirage.
Mirage throws a hook to the side of Hole's head but Hole sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Mirage swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Mirage throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Hole lands a nice looking body shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
Alphonzo Mirage showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Hole 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Harry Hole!

In his post fight interview, Harry Hole started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

 

Event: PFC 192 Murphy vs Krison     
Date:   Jul 12, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Mirage lands a jab to the head. #CUT2#It looks like Zammy Bailey has been cut.
Mirage moves out of range of the body kick.
Mirage cracks Bailey with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
A right-left combo lands from Bailey.
A chopping leg kick lands by Bailey.
Bailey bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Zammy Bailey seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mirage avoids the head kick by Bailey.
Mirage lands a head shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bailey throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Mirage sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bailey pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Sloppy strikes from Bailey. Those never looked like landing.
Bailey gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Mirage.
Bailey swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Mirage counters with a nice body kick.
Bailey tries to bum rush Mirage with a series of wild strikes but Mirage uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Mirage is looking to slow Bailey down with leg kicks.
Mirage drops Bailey with a huge uppercut! Bailey drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes. Mirage is raining down punches and the ref stops the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Alphonzo Mirage!
After winning the bout, Alphonzo Mirage thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: PFC 185 Bathory vs Hijikata     
Date:   Jun 14, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Mirage fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Lee checks it well.
Lee throws an overhand right that lands on Mirage's shoulder, as Mirage tries to avoid the shot.
It looked like Mirage was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Lee.
Lee lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Lee connects with a leg kick.
Mirage walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Lee throws a hook but Mirage avoids it easily.
Lee ducks under a wild hook from Mirage.
A looping hook to the body misses from Mirage. Lee does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lee tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Mirage throws the left hand but Lee avoids the punch easily.
Lee connects with a body shot.
Mirage looks to land a right hand but Lee moved out of range.
A left and a right from Mirage both land. Nice combination.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mirage staying out of range there.
Mirage appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Mirage pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Lee throws a body punch but Mirage moves out of range.
Mirage slips a straight right by Lee.
Mirage's jab looks to have found its range, popping Lee under the eye.#TD2#
Lee shoots in and gets a takedown into Mirage's guard.#ES#
Mirage is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Lee presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
Lee lands a body punch.
Lee tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Mirage's elbow. #T1#
Mirage blocking some punches.
I was talking to Mirage's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Lee scores with a hook to the body.
Mirage blocks a body shot from Lee.
Mirage swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Lee misses with a body punch.
Lee scores with a hook to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lee.
Lee doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lee blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A shot in the inside from Lee.
Lee lands a hook that snaps the head of Mirage backwards.
Lee misses with a punch to the body.
Lee blocks a body shot from Mirage.
Lee misses with a hook to the ribs.
Lee scores with a shot to the side of Mirage's head.
Mirage blocks a body shot from Lee.
Mirage doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lee misses with some punches.
Mirage lands a left hand that snaps the head of Lee backwards. #T2#
Lee tries to throw a body punch but Mirage avoids it by throwing Lee back against the cage.
Mirage misses with some punches.
Lee lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lee lands an uppercut.
Mirage throws a head punch that misses.
Lee goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Mirage throws a punch but it's blocked by Lee.
Mirage throws a punch but it's blocked by Lee.
Lee blocks an uppercut.
Mirage doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Mirage lands a right hand.
Lee misses with a punch to the body.
Mirage pressing his opponent against the cage.
Mirage blocks an uppercut.
Mirage scores with a nice hook to the head.
Lee swings wildly with an uppercut but Mirage uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lee swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T3#
Lee misses with a body punch.
Mirage goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lee lands a body punch in the clinch.
Mirage lands a left hand that snaps the head of Lee backwards.
Mirage lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Lee backwards.
Nice body punch from Lee.
Mirage is breathing heavily.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mirage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Mirage.
Lee misses with a body punch.
Mirage tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Lee blocks an uppercut.
A short right from Mirage on the inside.
Mirage is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
A right hand to the body from Lee.
Lee misses with a punch to the body.
Lee has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Mirage seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Lee can turn it around.
Lee swings wildly with an uppercut but Mirage uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mirage misses with a short punch on the inside. #T4#
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Lee blocking some punches.
Lee blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Lee works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
A right hook to the body lands for Lee.
Mirage swings wildly with an uppercut but Lee uses good head movement 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!
Mirage tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Lee can't find room to land a body shot as Mirage controls the action.
Mirage working aggressively here. #BC2#
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Lee pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Lee.
Mirage lands with a cross.
Lee throws a hook but Mirage blocks it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mirage jabs Lee right on the nose. Lee blinks but takes it well.
Mirage looks to throw the jab but Lee is out of range.
Lee throws a big counter head kick but Mirage avoids it with no problem.
Mirage is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lee.
Lee walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Mirage checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Lee throws a head kick that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Boo Lee will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Mirage throws a push kick but Lee slaps the foot to one side.
Lee fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Mirage has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Mirage swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Mirage misses with a hook.
Lee let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Lee lands a body shot.
Mirage thows a left - swing and a miss!
Boo Lee seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Mirage throws a jab when Lee was well out of range.
Mirage goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Mirage moves forwards but Lee connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Lee swings widly with a right hand
and Mirage counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Lee thinking.
Mirage lands a leg kick that knocks Lee off balance momentarily.
Lee scores with a jab to the jaw.
A cross from Mirage lands.
Lee throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Mirage sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lee connects with a crisp jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mirage misses with a shot to the body
and Lee counters with a flying knee. Nice.
Mirage uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lee.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Mirage.
Mirage lands with a thumping leg kick.
Mirage throws a body kick that misses.
Good work by Lee as he checks the leg kick.
A nice combination there by Lee. #T1#
Mirage takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
A bone on bone clash there as Lee blocks the leg kick.
Lee looks to throw the jab but Mirage is out of range.
Lee throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Lee misses with a hook.
Mirage walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Mirage throws a hook but Lee avoids it easily.
Lee ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Lee just misses with a punch to the body.
Lee turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Mirage throws a shot from downtown. Lee moves away and avoids it.
Lee throws a sloppy head kick and Mirage moves out of range easily.
Lee has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Mirage finds it's way round the side to connect with Lee's head.
Mirage throws a lazy right hand but Lee sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Mirage swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lee throws out a counter right but Mirage avoids it with no problem.
Lee lands a nice hook to Mirage's body. Mirage takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Mirage wants to slow Lee down by chopping away at his legs.
A solid leg kick lands there for Mirage.
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!
Mirage displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lee throws out the jab.
A big left from Mirage misses. #T2#
Mirage throws a body shot but no joy.
Mirage throws a big shot that misses.
Mirage moves out of range of the strikes.
Lee scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Lee ducks under a wild hook from Mirage.
Lee tries a head kick but it misses.
Lee throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A counter left hand to the body from Mirage misses its target.
Mirage misses with a kick to the body.
Mirage throws a lazy right hand but Lee sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Lee sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Lee fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Mirage on the side of the head.
Lee tries to move into range but Mirage moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Lee throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Mirage's head.
A big right from Lee misses.
Mirage steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lee.
Mirage misses with a body shot.
Mirage loads up on a big right hand but Lee slips the punch.
Lee lands with a hook. Mirage tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Mirage throws a jab but it's blocked by Lee.
Lee checks a low kick from Mirage.#T3#
Lee blocks a low kick nicely.
Lee fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mirage manages to avoid it.
A quick step to the side and Mirage tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
A big left from Mirage misses.
Mirage will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Mirage swings for the body but Lee moves out of range.
Mirage is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lee.
Lee ducks under a wild hook from Mirage.
Mirage swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Mirage walks into a stiff left hand from Lee.
Lee closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Lee pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Lee misses with a body kick.
Mirage throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Mirage throws a chopping leg kick but Lee manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Lee waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Mirage.
Lee throws an overhand right that lands on Mirage's shoulder, as Mirage tries to avoid the shot.
A counter left hand to the body from Mirage misses its target.
A swing and a miss from Lee.
Mirage connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Lee's hands.
Lee throws a body punch but Mirage moves out of range.
Mirage uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lee. #T4#
Lee looks to score with a jab to the body but Mirage is just out of range.
Mirage throws a jab when Lee was well out of range.
Lee misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lee works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Lee scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Mirage doesn't seem bothered though.
Mirage is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lee.
Lee tries a head kick but it misses.
A low kick lands for Mirage.
Lee lands a jab to the nose.
Lee lands with a thumping leg kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Mirage.
Mirage moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Lee takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Mirage listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Mirage bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Lee's head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lee just misses with a punch to the body.
Mirage scores with a crisp jab that stopped Lee in his tracks.
Mirage throws out a loose jab but Lee uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mirage's corner calls for a 1-2. Mirage obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Mirage slips under a jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Boo Lee will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
A head kick misses from Lee.
Mirage gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Lee.
Lee misses with a hook.
Lee chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Mirage can pounce on him.
Mirage jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Mirage takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Mirage missing with a left hand there. Lee was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lee connects with a jab.
Mirage connects with a looping right hand.
Lee scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Lee lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Nice defenses there by Lee.
Mirage tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Lee loads up on a big right hand but Mirage slips the punch.
Lee takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mirage is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lee.
Lee throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Mirage lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Mirage takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Mirage throws a quick inside leg kick. #T1#
Lee misses with an uppercut. Mirage saw that one coming.
Lee misses with a leg kick.
Lee blocks a leg kick.
Lee misses with an uppercut. Mirage saw that one coming.
Lee bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Mirage looks to land a combination but Lee avoids it well.
Good shot there by Lee.
Lee avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lee fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Mirage on the side of the head.
Lee misses with an uppercut.
Mirage is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Lee.
Lee looks to land a right hand but Mirage moved out of range.
Mirage fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Lee checks it well.
Lee scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
A looping hook to the body misses from Mirage. Lee does a little dance to reset his feet.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lee. Mirage does a little dance to reset his feet.
Mirage takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mirage lands with a kick to the ribs.
Mirage on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Mirage looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Mirage with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Alphonzo Mirage has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
An inside leg kick from Mirage misses.
Lee just misses with a punch to the body.
Mirage cracks Lee with an open hand slap.
Lee looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Lee feints and then cracks Mirage's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Mirage down.
Lee swings for the body but Mirage moves out of range.
Mirage loads up on a big right hand but Lee slips the punch.
Nice uppercut lands for Lee. That snapped Mirage's head back.
Lee chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Mirage can pounce on him.
Lee's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Mirage takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Lee lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Lee is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Mirage.
Mirage appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Mirage looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Mirage attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
A punch lands to the side of Mirage 's head but he takes it in his stride.
A leg kick checked by Lee.
Lee misses the jab.
Mirage pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Mirage scores with a jab.#T3#
Mirage swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Mirage thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lee takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Lee scores with a jab to the head.
Lee throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Lee throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Lee is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Lee throws a chopping leg kick but Mirage manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Mirage half committed to a counter leg kick.
Lee lunges at Mirage with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Mirage's hand.
Decent striking displayed by Mirage there.
Lee connects with the punch.
Mirage misses with a body kick.
Lee scores with a jab to the head.
Mirage avoids the head kick by Lee.
Mirage swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Lee lands a right hook to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mirage checks a low kick from Lee.
Nice uppercut lands for Mirage. That snapped Lee's head back.
Mirage wants to land a leg kick but Lee is out of range.
Mirage moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #T4#
Mirage lands with a good body shot.
Mirage throws a hook but Lee avoids it easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lee. Mirage does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lee throws the left hand but Mirage avoids the punch easily.
Mirage throws a low kick, looking for Lee's leg but Lee calmly moves out of range.
Lee tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mirage was well out of range. Poor timing from Lee.
Mirage slips a jab from Lee.
Mirage misses with a body shot.
Lee tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mirage was well out of range. Poor timing from Lee.
Mirage misses with a straight right.
Lee avoids a kick to the body.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Lee! But no joy.
Lee keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lee ducks under a wild hook from Mirage.
Mirage swings for the body but Lee moves out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mirage throws a head kick that misses.
Mirage scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Mirage throws a predictable looking body shot
and Lee counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A chopping leg kick lands by Mirage.
Boo Lee is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Mirage moves forwards but Lee connects with a nice, crisp jab.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Boo Lee.
I've got Lee 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 Phil Schofield scores the fight 27:30
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Boo Lee!

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

 

Event: PFC 179 Bathory vs Fitzpatrick     
Date:   May 17, 2020
#R1#
Van Buren on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Van Buren uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mirage.
It looked like Van Buren wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Mirage tries to work over Van Buren's front leg with a kick but Van Buren checks it.
A jab from Van Buren misses.
Van Buren 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.
Mirage connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Van Buren momentarily.
A nice leg kick lands there from Mirage.
Van Buren wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Mirage gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Van Buren.
Van Buren misses with a straight left.
Mirage buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Mirage takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Mirage 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.
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!
Mirage swings for the body but Van Buren moves out of range.
Van Buren pushes Mirage away with a front kick.
Mirage connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Mirage throws a jab when Van Buren was well out of range.
Mirage gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Van Buren.
The fighters circle momentarily. Van Buren darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Van Buren misses with the combination. #T1#
A low kick from Van Buren misses
and Mirage counters with a nice body shot.
Van Buren lands a nice looking body kick.
Van Buren dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Van Buren misses with a hook.
Van Buren takes one to the chin there.
Mirage jabs Van Buren right on the nose. Van Buren blinks but takes it well.
Van Buren walks into a straight right hand from Mirage.
Van Buren ducks under a wild hook from Mirage.
Mirage slips a straight right by Van Buren.
The fighters circling - Van Buren throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Mirage throws a right hand that misses
and Van Buren counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Mirage has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
A jab lands there for Mirage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mirage misses with an uppercut. Van Buren saw that one coming.
Van Buren lands a jab to the head.
Mirage throws a right hand that misses
and Van Buren counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Mirage lands an overhand right.
Mirage thows a left - swing and a miss! #T2#
Van Buren throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Mirage misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Van Buren.
Van Buren appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Van Buren thumps Mirage with a low kick.
Mirage throws out a loose jab but Van Buren uses good head movement to avoid it.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Mirage checks a leg kick.
Mirage was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Mirage misses with a hook. Van Buren ducked under it nicely.
Mirage is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Van Buren.
Mirage throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Van Buren cracks a nice hook into Mirage's ribs.
Van Buren moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
A low kick from Mirage is predictable there
and Mirage takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Mirage on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Van Buren looks to score with a jab to the body but Mirage is just out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Mirage! But no joy.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Van Buren.
Van Buren with a jab.
Van Buren slips under a jab.
Van Buren thows a body kick. Mirage tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Mirage is looking to chop away at Van Buren's legs. #T3#
Van Buren scores with a crisp jab that stopped Mirage in his tracks.
Van Buren looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Mirage takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Van Buren lands a nice shot that snaps Mirage's head back.
Van Buren throws a head kick that misses.
A nice side step and Mirage releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
A jab lands there for Van Buren.
A slow jab from Van Buren misses its intended target.
Van Buren misses with a straight right.
Mirage wants to slow Van Buren down by chopping away at his legs.
Nice shot lands for Van Buren.
Mirage throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Van Buren appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Mirage walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Van Buren blocks a head kick by Mirage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Van Buren misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mirage.
Van Buren feints and then cracks Mirage's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Mirage down.
Mirage looks to land a combination but Van Buren avoids it well.
Nice shot by Van Buren.#T4#
Good standup being displayed there by Mirage as he connects with a hook.
Mirage misses with a low kick as Van Buren jumps back.
Van Buren is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Mirage 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 Van Buren has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Van Buren and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Van Buren was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Mirage missing with a left hand there. Van Buren was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Van Buren fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Mirage throws a leg kick but Van Buren sees it coming and moves out of range.
Mirage on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Van Buren shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Van Buren avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Mirage misses with a looping right.
It appears Van Buren was looking to counter with a kick there.
Mirage misses the jab.
Van Buren throws a sloppy head kick and Mirage moves out of range easily.
Van Buren lands a nice leg kick that just misses Mirage's sensitive parts.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Van Buren jabs Mirage right on the nose. Mirage blinks but takes it well.
Van Buren scores with a nice right hand.
Van Buren lands a lovely overhand right.
Mirage walks into a stiff left hand from Van Buren.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Joost Van Buren dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Mirage swings for the body but Van Buren moves out of range.
Van Buren buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Van Buren cracks Mirage with a right hand to the side of the head.
Van Buren checks the leg kick nicely there.
Van Buren throwing a counter right hand but Mirage manages to avoid it.
Joost Van Buren is winning the standup battle so far.
Mirage fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Van Buren is out of range.
Van Buren misses with a low kick.
Van Buren lands a nice shot that snaps Mirage's head back.
A big right from Mirage misses.
Van Buren moves out of range of the body kick from Mirage.
Van Buren takes a swing at Mirage's ribcage but misses.
Mirage throws out a leg kick but Van Buren moves out of range and Mirage only half commits.
Mirage scores with a kick to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Van Buren moves out of range of the strikes.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Van Buren.
Van Buren scores with a jab. Mirage acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Mirage might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Van Buren has got the better of the exchanges.
Van Buren throws a hook but Mirage blocks it.
Mirage has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Van Buren swings and misses with a hook 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!
Nice shot by Van Buren.#T1#
Mirage throws a quick inside leg kick.
Mirage throws a body kick that misses
and Van Buren counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Mirage pivots, looking for a leg kick but Van Buren is out of range and Mirage settles back down.
The crowd cheers as Mirage lands an impressive looking overhand right. Van Buren doesn't seem phased though.
Van Buren dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Mirage buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Van Buren missing with a left hand there. Mirage was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Mirage throws a leg kick which misses Van Buren's front leg but catches the back leg as Van Buren tries to avoid it.
Van Buren throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Van Buren scores with a crisp jab that stopped Mirage in his tracks.
Mirage misses with an uppercut.
A decent looking cross lands there for Van Buren.
A big right from Mirage 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 Buren throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Mirage is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Van Buren.
Mirage gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#T2#
Van Buren swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Van Buren uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Mirage.
Mirage 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.
Van Buren uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Mirage.
Mirage ducks under a wild hook from Van Buren.
Mirage takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Mirage takes one to the side of the head.
Van Buren scores with a punch to the head.
A nice inside leg kick there by Mirage. That's going to slow Van Buren down.
Van Buren lands a lovely overhand right.
Van Buren ducks under a wild hook from Mirage.
Mirage thows a left - swing and a miss!
Some wild striking there from Van Buren.
Van Buren loads up on a big right hand but Mirage slips the punch.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Van Buren works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Van Buren lands a nice shot to the body. #T3#
Good exchange - Mirage coming out on top.
Van Buren connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Mirage momentarily.
Van Buren rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Mirage counters with a nice uppercut.
Van Buren lands with a good body shot.
Mirage moves into range and connects with a jab.
Van Buren misses with a kick to the body.
Mirage throws a jab when Van Buren was well out of range.
Mirage just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromVan Buren.
Van Buren scores with a hook.
Van Buren ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Van Buren keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Mirage fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Van Buren checks it well.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mirage uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Van Buren.
Mirage ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Van Buren blocks a low kick nicely.
Mirage tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Van Buren is able to avoid easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Van Buren. Mirage does a little dance to reset his feet.
Mirage unleashes a big counter combination but Van Buren bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.#T4#
Mirage shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Van Buren slips under a jab from Mirage.
Van Buren lands with an overhand left.
Mirage bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Van Buren's head backwards.
Mirage lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Van Buren misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Van Buren is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Mirage can do to turn this around?
A jab from Van Buren does it's job there.
Mirage walks into a jab.
Van Buren throws a looping overhand right but Mirage ducks down to avoid it.
Mirage attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Van Buren waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Mirage.
Mirage fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Van Buren on the side of the head.
Mirage slips a jab from Van Buren.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Van Buren on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Van Buren paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Mirage lands with a thumping leg kick.
Mirage throws a low kick but it's checked well by Van Buren.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Joost Van Buren dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Van Buren lands a lovely overhand right.
Van Buren connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Mirage pushes Van Buren away with a front kick.
Mirage's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Van Buren throws a poor cross that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Donk. Van Buren catches Mirage right on the button with a cross.
Van Buren moves out of range of the body kick from Mirage.
Mirage throws a nice inside leg kick.
Van Buren looking to land some kicks to the body here.
A jab from Van Buren finds it's way through Mirage's defenses.
Van Buren misses with a hook to the body
enabling Mirage to counter with a crisp jab.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Mirage.
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 Buren blocks a low kick nicely.
Van Buren was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Van Buren lands with a good body shot.
Van Buren misses with an uppercut. Mirage saw that one coming.
Van Buren avoids the body shot from Mirage.
Mirage tries to land a front kick but Van Buren steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Mirage punishes Van Buren's body with a nice straight punch.#T1#
Mirage rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Van Buren counters with a nice uppercut.
Van Buren checks the leg kick.
Van Buren moves into range and connects with a jab.
Mirage throws an overhand right that lands on Van Buren's shoulder, as Van Buren tries to avoid the shot.
Van Buren's jab looks to have found its range, popping Mirage under the eye.
Jab by Van Buren.
Mirage throws a low kick, looking for Van Buren's leg but Van Buren calmly moves out of range.
Mirage throws a looping overhand right but Van Buren ducks down to avoid it.
Van Buren checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
A low kick from Mirage misses
and Van Buren counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Van Buren lunges at Mirage with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Mirage's hand.
A punch combination from Mirage misses.
Van Buren looks to throw the jab but Mirage is out of range.
Van Buren throws a right hand that misses
and Mirage 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!
A big right from Van Buren misses.
A decent looking cross lands there for Van Buren.
Alphonzo Mirage has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Van Buren tries to land a front kick but Mirage steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
The fighters circle momentarily. Van Buren darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Mirage has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Van Buren.
Mirage throws a chopping leg kick but Van Buren manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Van Buren defending well as Mirage loads up on a big left hand.
Mirage throws the left hand but Van Buren avoids the punch easily.
Mirage moves forwards but Van Buren connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Mirage throws a looping overhand right but Van Buren ducks down to avoid it.
Van Buren on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Van Buren moves away from the strike by Mirage.
Van Buren tried to counter with a leg kick but Mirage avoided it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Van Buren. Mirage does a little dance to reset his feet.
Mirage looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Mirage moves out of range of the body kick from Van Buren.
Mirage throws a leg kick
and Van Buren counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Mirage looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
An attempted straight right counter from Van Buren misses the target.
Van Buren throws a body punch but Mirage moves out of range. #T3#
Mirage misses with an uppercut.
A looping hook to the body misses from Van Buren. Mirage does a little dance to reset his feet.
A jab from Van Buren finds it's way through Mirage's defenses.
Van Buren lands a body shot.
Van Buren lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Van Buren blocks a leg kick.
Mirage throws a quick inside leg kick.
Mirage throws a nice outside leg kick.
Joost Van Buren is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Van Buren misses with a body shot.
Mirage lands a nice looking body shot.
Van Buren tests Mirage's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Mirage throws a looping overhand right but Van Buren ducks down to avoid it.
Van Buren misses with a combination
and Mirage counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A jab from Mirage misses.
Van Buren feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Mirage's calf.#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Van Buren scores with a jab.
Van Buren takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Van Buren swings for the body but Mirage moves out of range.
Mirage connects with a body shot.
Van Buren needs to keep his hands up - Mirage had a free shot at his head there.
A left and a right from Van Buren both land. Nice combination.
Van Buren connects with a leg kick. Mirage looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Van Buren gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
A head kick from Van Buren lands but Mirage takes it in his stride.
Mirage lands a jab to the head.
Van Buren displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Mirage throws out the jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Van Buren misses with a hook
and Mirage counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Mirage ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Mirage connects with a right hand. Van Buren shakes it off.#ROC2#
Van Buren is rocked!

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 Joost Van Buren.
Well Van Buren 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 Phil Schofield scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Joost Van Buren!

After the fight, Joost Van Buren was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

 

Event: PFC 173 Mirage vs Hanagan     
Date:   Apr 26, 2020
#R1##TD2#
Hanagan darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Mirage won't allow Hanagan to pass to mount.
Hanagan is thwarting Mirage's attempts to control the position.
Hanagan sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Mirage defending well though.
Hanagan is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Mirage's coaches at Tosen's Home for Lost Boys have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Mirage regains full guard. Nicely done.
Hanagan trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mirage avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Hanagan scoring with some ground and pound.
Hanagan has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Hanagan loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Mirage keeping full guard, as Hanagan tries to pass. #T1#
Hanagan throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Hanagan working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hanagan tries to free his leg and advance position but Mirage is retaining full guard.
Mirage avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Hanagan looking to pass the guard.
Hanagan throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Hanagan wants to pass the guard but Mirage is keeping the position.
Hanagan trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hanagan is looking to work some ground and pound but Mirage has wrist control.
Hanagan stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Mirage swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T2#
Hanagan postures up in Mirage's guard and throws a big left but Mirage blocks it.
Mirage keeping full guard, as Hanagan tries to pass.
Hanagan is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Hanagan in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Hanagan in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Hanagan passes Mirage's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Hanagan sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Mirage defending well though.
Hanagan wants to free his trapped foot but Mirage is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Mirage trying to control but Hanagan postures up. #T3##SUB2#
Hanagan is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Mirage sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Hanagan is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Mirage wants to get back to full guard.
Hanagan not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Hanagan not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Hanagan sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Mirage defending well though.
Hanagan throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Hanagan throwing shots but Mirage is blocking nicely. #T4#
Mirage on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #SUB2#
Hanagan is trying for a kimura here. Mirage looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Hanagan wins by kimura!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Charley Hanagan!
A relieved looking Charley Hanagan 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: PFC 165 Alzheimer vs Dong     
Date:   Mar 28, 2020
#R1#
A nice leg kick lands there from Peterson.
Mirage catches Peterson with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Peterson fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Mirage!
George Peterson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mirage throws a body shot but no joy.
Mirage shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Peterson 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.
Mirage lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Nice body punch from Mirage.
Peterson lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Peterson.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mirage pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Mirage walks into a stiff left hand from Peterson.
Mirage loses concentration momentarily and Peterson pounces with a three punch combo! Right, left, right! Mirage crashes face first to the mat, out cold! Peterson finishes this one with a fantastically precise combo! Great stuff.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). George Peterson!
An out of breath and clearly excited George Peterson thanked Aspire Clothing for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).

 

Event: PFC 160 Kagonbo vs Alzado     
Date:   Mar 01, 2020
#R1#
Mirage lands with an uppercut that bounces Bailey off the cage and back into range.#CUT#
It looks like Zammy Bailey has been cut.
Nice shot by Mirage.
Mirage tries to land a front kick but Bailey steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Bailey is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Mirage with a body shot.#KD#
Mirage lands a big uppercut and Bailey crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Bailey looks OK. Mirage waves Bailey back to his feet!#ROC#
Bailey is rocked!
Alphonzo Mirage seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mirage connects with a picture perfect right hand that knocks Bailey out cold! This one is over in a flash!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:15 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Alphonzo Mirage!
An out of breath Alphonzo Mirage thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: PFC 154 Coker vs Slurper     
Date:   Feb 01, 2020
#R1#
A telegraphed right hand from Mirage misses the target.
Mirage throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mirage defending well as Built loads up on a big left hand.
A shot to the body from Mirage misses
letting Built counter with a right hand.
Built throws a body punch but Mirage moves out of range.
Built misses the shot to the body.
Mirage dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Built misses with a lunging right hand
and Mirage counters with a nice uppercut.
Built uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Mirage.
Mirage misses with a looping left.
Mirage's jab looks to have found its range, popping Built under the eye.#CUT2#
It looks like Kahoolawe Built has been cut.
Mirage avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A jab from Built misses.
Built dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Built checks a low kick from Mirage.
Mirage looks to land a left hand but Built moved out of range 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!
Mirage takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Built scores with a nice head shot.
Built closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Built scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Mirage doesn't seem bothered though.
Built tries to clinch up.#T1#
Built throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Mirage walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Built checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Mirage misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Built.
Built takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Mirage takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Mirage throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Built sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Mirage moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Built wants to clinch
and Mirage counters with a left and a right that stings Built.
Mirage throws a quick inside leg kick.
Mirage finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Mirage moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Mirage throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Built sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Built throwing a counter right hand but Mirage 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!
Built misses the shot to the body.
Built closes the distance but Mirage moves to the side
and Mirage counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Built connects with a jab.
Built takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Built ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mirage moves away.#T2#
Mirage throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Built just misses with a punch to the body.
Mirage is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Built with a body shot.
Mirage swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Built is looking to clinch but Mirage is avoiding it.
Built checks a leg kick.
It looked like Built was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Mirage.
Jab, jab by Built - just one landing.
Built throws out a loose jab but Mirage uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mirage cracks Built with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Built fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mirage manages to avoid it.
Mirage connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Built wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Built is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Mirage scores with a leg kick.
Mirage throws a sloppy head kick and Built moves out of range easily.
Mirage swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Built throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Mirage fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Built manages to avoid it.
Built throwing a counter right hand but Mirage manages to avoid it.
Built misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mirage.
Built scores with a crisp jab that stopped Mirage in his tracks. #T3#
Built checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Built blocks a head kick by Mirage.
Built misses with an uppercut.
Mirage sizes up Built with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Kahoolawe Built seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mirage throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Built changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Mirage misses with a hook. Built ducked under it nicely.
Mirage moves away from the strike by Built. #CL#
Mirage tries to keep at a distance but Built has taken the fight into the clinch.
Mirage holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Built tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Mirage pushes Built back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Built prevents a body shot from Mirage.
Built can't find room to land a body shot as Mirage controls the action.
Mirage tries to throw a body punch but Built avoids it by throwing Mirage back against the cage.
Built lands a nice uppercut.
Built working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A short uppercut from Mirage. #T4#
Built lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Mirage blocking some punches.
Mirage blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Mirage dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Built scores with a hook to the body.
Mirage lands a hook to the side of the head.
Built throws a head punch that misses.
Mirage swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Built can't find room to land a body shot as Mirage controls the action.
A hook to the body from Built.
Mirage goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Mirage lands with a light punch inside.
Built can't find room to land a body shot as Mirage controls the action.
Mirage blocks an uppercut.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A nice right hand lands inside from Built.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Built.
Mirage swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Mirage working aggressively here.
Mirage has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Built seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Mirage can turn it around.
Mirage lands a left hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Alphonzo Mirage will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Kahoolawe Built's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Mirage throws a leg kick which misses Built's front leg but catches the back leg as Built tries to avoid it.
Built ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mirage moves away.
Built throws a poor cross that misses
and Mirage counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Mirage circles away from the clinch attempt.
Good work by Built as he checks the leg kick.
Donk. Built catches Mirage right on the button with a cross.
Good exchange - Mirage coming out on top.
Built tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Mirage paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Built tries to clinch up.
Built throws a shot to the body.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Mirage 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.
Mirage keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Built.
Built digs a good hook to Mirage's body.
Built lands with a shot to the body.
Built fails with an attempt to clinch.
Built throws a body shot but no joy.
Built cracks a nice hook into Mirage's ribs.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mirage is looking to land body kicks.
Built cracks Mirage with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Built dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T1#
Built moves out of range as Mirage strikes.
Mirage moves out of range as Built strikes.
Mirage attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Mirage throws a looping overhand right but Built ducks down to avoid it.
Built looks to land a right hand but Mirage moved out of range.
Mirage swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Nice straight punches there by Built. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Built.
Built throws a sloppy body shot
and Mirage cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Built throws out a powerful jab.
Built connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Mirage momentarily.
Built fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Built lands a really nice looking cross but Mirage seems unphased.
Built scores with a jab to the body.
Built is looking to clinch.
A big left from Built misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mirage bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Mirage lands a nice looking kick to the body. Built takes a step back to recover.
Mirage avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Alphonzo Mirage seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Mirage throws a lazy right hand but Built sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Mirage throws a push kick but Built slaps the foot to one side. #T2#
Built needs to keep his hands up - Mirage had a free shot at his head there.
Mirage misses with a right hand
and Built counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Mirage thinking.
Mirage blocks a jab.
Mirage jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Built tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Mirage paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Nice defenses there by Built.
Mirage connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #CL#
Mirage tries to keep at a distance but Built has taken the fight into the clinch.
Kahoolawe Built has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Mirage lands with a left to the head.
Built lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Mirage misses with a punch on the inside.
Mirage misses with a hook to the ribs.
Built misses with a body punch.
Built throws a punch but it's blocked by Mirage.
Built tries to throw a body punch but Mirage avoids it by throwing Built back against the cage.
Built doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Mirage is trying to maintain a safe position but Built gets an underhook and turns Mirage into the cage.#T3#
Mirage softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Built tries a body shot but Mirage blocks it.
Mirage fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Mirage misses with a punch on the inside.
Mirage scores with a shoulder strike.
Built lands a hook to the side of the head.
Mirage blocks an uppercut.
Mirage swings wildly with an uppercut but Built uses good head movement to avoid it.
Built lands a body punch in the clinch.
Built digs a right hand underneath Mirage's ribcage. Mirage let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Built is leaning against Mirage and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Mirage is breathing heavily.
Built tries to throw a body punch but Mirage avoids it by throwing Built back against the cage.
Mirage tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Built misses with some punches.
Mirage prevents a body shot from Built.
Built misses with some punches.
Mirage misses with the head strike.
Built lands a body shot.
Built tries to work over Mirage's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T4#
Mirage working aggressively here.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Mirage.
Mirage lands a left hand that snaps the head of Built backwards.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Built can't find room to land a body shot as Mirage controls the action.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Built tries a body shot but Mirage blocks it. #BC2#
Mirage breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
A punch lands to the side of Built 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Built needs to keep his hands up - Mirage had a free shot at his head there.
Mirage tries to work over Built's front leg with a kick but Built checks it.
Mirage takes a swing at Built's ribcage but misses.
Built stuns Mirage with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Mirage misses with an uppercut.
A swing and a miss from Mirage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Built throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Built throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Mirage stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Mirage throws a jab when Built was well out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Built on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Mirage connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Built uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Mirage has time to react.
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 Kahoolawe Built will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Kahoolawe Built'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#
Mirage takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Built throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Built looks to score with a jab to the body but Mirage is just out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Mirage! But no joy.
Nice body punch from Built. #CL#
Built moves into the clinch.
Mirage misses with a punch on the inside.
Built gets through Mirage's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Built digs a right hand underneath Mirage's ribcage. Mirage let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Built lands a hook that snaps the head of Mirage backwards.
Mirage misses with a hook to the ribs.
Mirage softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Mirage throws a punch but it's blocked by Built.
Built lands with a left to the head.
Mirage blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Mirage throws a punch but it's blocked by Built.
Built misses with a hook to the ribs.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mirage lands a body punch.
Built misses with a body punch.
Mirage misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T1#
Built struggles to land a body shot inside as Mirage controls his hands.
Built misses with a punch to the body.
Built digs a right hand into Mirage's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Mirage's gas tank.
Mirage blocking some punches.
Built blocks an uppercut.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Built.
Built makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Built has a couple of punches blocked by Mirage.
Mirage misses with a punch on the inside.
Mirage blocks a body shot from Built.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Built struggles to land a body shot inside as Mirage controls his hands.
Built misses with a hook from the clinch.
Mirage lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Mirage misses with some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Built.
Built tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Built prevents a body shot from Mirage.
Built working aggressively here. #T2#
Built tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Mirage's elbow.
Mirage working aggressively here.
Built swings wildly with an uppercut but Mirage uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mirage blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Mirage misses with a hook from the clinch.
Built doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Built misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Built misses with a short punch on the inside.
Mirage blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Built misses with a hook to the ribs.
Built misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Mirage prevents a body shot from Built.
Built makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Built lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Mirage.
Mirage throws a punch but it's blocked by Built.
Mirage has a couple of punches blocked by Built.
Mirage slowing the pace effectively.
Built lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Mirage or not. #T3#
Built working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Mirage takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Mirage misses with a punch on the inside.
Built throws a punch but it's blocked by Mirage.
A short right from Mirage.
Built misses with a hook to the ribs. #BC2#
Mirage breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Built fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Built thuds his right hand into Mirage's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Mirage throws a body shot but no joy.
A quick step to the side and Built tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.#CL#
Built rushes Mirage and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Mirage throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Built has a couple of punches blocked by Mirage.
Built tries to throw a body punch but Mirage avoids it by throwing Built back against the cage.
Built misses with some punches.
Built doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Built working aggressively here.
Built lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A nice left hand lands by Mirage. #T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mirage misses with a punch on the inside.
Mirage blocks a body shot from Built.
Built tries to throw a body punch but Mirage avoids it by throwing Built back against the cage.
Mirage throws a punch but it's blocked by Built.
Still in the clinch, Mirage scores with a nice short uppercut.
Mirage lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Mirage.
Nice body punch from Built.
Built misses with some punches.
Built doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Built lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Built misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Built doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Mirage blocks a body shot from Built.
Mirage tries to work over Built's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Mirage is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Built tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC2#
Mirage 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.

Kahoolawe Built clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Kahoolawe Built'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.
#R4#
Built lands a nice shot to the body.
Built slips a jab from Mirage.
Mirage lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Built circles away quickly and effectively.
Built lands with an overhand left.
Built fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mirage manages to avoid it.
Good exchange - Built coming out on top.
Mirage keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Built tries to close the distance and clinch but Mirage swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
A slow jab from Mirage misses its intended target.
A jab from Built finds it's way through Mirage's defenses.
Built tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Mirage manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Built checks a leg kick.
Built is looking to counter punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Built uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Mirage.
Built was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Built blocks a jab.
Built scores with a jab to the body.
Built bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Mirage's head 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!
Built lands a nice looking body shot.
Built paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#T1#
Built keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Mirage throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #CL#
Mirage tries to keep at a distance but Built has taken the fight into the clinch.
Mirage lands with a light punch inside.
Built lands a body shot.
Mirage is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Built lands with a short shot to the head.
Mirage struggles to land a body shot inside as Built controls his hands.
Built is leaning against Mirage and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Nice body punch from Built.
Mirage misses with a short punch on the inside.
Built struggles to land a body shot inside as Mirage controls his hands.
Built swings wildly with an uppercut but Mirage uses good head movement to avoid it.
Built can't find room to land a body shot as Mirage controls the action.
A head punch on the inside from Mirage fails to land.
Built swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Built lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Mirage or not. #T2#
Mirage fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Nice body punch from Built.
Built lands a left hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Built works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Built scores with a shot to the side of Mirage's head.
Built tries to throw a body punch but Mirage avoids it by throwing Built back against the cage.
Built works on Mirage's body with a couple of short punches.
Built tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mirage.
Built lands a right hand that snaps the head of Mirage backwards.
Mirage blocks a body shot from Built.
Built scores with a hook to the body.
Built misses with a body punch.
Mirage wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
A shot in the inside from Built.
Built misses with a hook to the ribs.
Built lands a body shot.
Built has a couple of punches blocked by Mirage. #T3#
Built pushes Mirage back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Built swings away with an uppercut that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Built.
Built misses with the head strike.
Mirage throws a head punch that misses.
Mirage has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Built misses with a punch to the body.
Mirage swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Built lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Built struggles to land a body shot inside as Mirage controls his hands.
Built lands with a left to the head.
Built tries to work over Mirage's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Built can't find room to land a body shot as Mirage controls the action.
Built misses with a short punch on the inside.
A nice left hand lands by Built.
Built lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Built misses with a punch to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Built.
Built struggles to land a body shot inside as Mirage controls his hands. #T4#
Built doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Mirage will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Built up against the cage.
Built tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Mirage's elbow.
Built swings away with an uppercut that misses.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Mirage.
Built is working Mirage over against the cage.
Mirage has a couple of punches blocked by Built.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A short uppercut from Built.
Built blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Mirage throws a head punch that misses.
Built presses Mirage against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
A short right from Built.
Built lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Mirage prevents a body shot from Built.
Built scores with a shoulder strike.
Built can't find room to land a body shot as Mirage controls the action.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kahoolawe Built had his way with Alphonzo Mirage in that round.
The cut man is working on Kahoolawe Built'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!
#R5#
Built throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Built tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Mirage manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A big left from Mirage misses.
Built is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Mirage can do to turn this around?
Built sizes up Mirage with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Built scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Built wants to clinch.
Mirage throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Built throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mirage takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Mirage connects with the punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Built throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Mirage lands with a nice body punch.
Built connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Mirage's hands.
Built dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Built connects with a crisp jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mirage misses with a body kick. #T1#
Mirage walks into a stiff left hand from Built.
Built fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Mirage looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Mirage misses with a looping right.
Mirage misses the jab.
Built cracks Mirage with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Built stuns Mirage with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Built tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mirage was well out of range. Poor timing from Built.
Built throws a body punch but Mirage moves out of range.
Mirage connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
The crowd cheers as Built lands an impressive looking overhand right. Mirage doesn't seem phased though.
Built avoids the body shot from Mirage.
Mirage throws a leg kick
and Built counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Mirage looks to land a left hand but Built moved out of range nicely.
Built scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL#
Built pushes Mirage up against the cage in a clinch.
Mirage stalling the fight.
Mirage lands a left hand that snaps the head of Built backwards.
Alphonzo Mirage has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Built blocks an uppercut.
Built lands a nice shot to the body.
Mirage throws a punch but it's blocked by Built.
Nice body punch from Built - that landed with a thud.
Mirage is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Mirage tries to stall but Built uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Built creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Mirage lands a right hand that snaps the head of Built backwards.
Mirage misses with some punches.
Mirage is trying to break the clinch but Built has him pressed against the cage.
Built lands a shot to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Built.
Built scores with a nice hook to the head.
Built can't find room to land a body shot as Mirage controls the action.
Mirage prevents a body shot from Built.
A short right from Built on the inside.
A right hand to the body from Built.
Mirage throws a punch but it's blocked by Built.
Mirage pushes off an throws an elbow but Built leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.#T3#
Built fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Good body shot from Mirage.
Built scores with a shoulder strike.
Mirage misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Built lands with a short shot to the head.
Built stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Built lands with a left to the head.
Built tries a body shot but Mirage blocks it.
Built tries to work over Mirage's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Mirage misses with some punches.
A nice left hand lands by Mirage.
Built throws a punch but it's blocked by Mirage.
Built takes a shot to the head.
Built blocks an uppercut.
Built tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Mirage working aggressively here.
Built fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Built lands a right hand that snaps the head of Mirage backwards. #T4#
Built misses with a punch on the inside.
Built tries a body shot but Mirage blocks it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Built misses with a short punch on the inside.
Built misses with a hook to the ribs.
Built tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Mirage's elbow.
Mirage wants to stall.
Built misses with a punch on the inside.
Built can't find room to land a body shot as Mirage controls the action.
Mirage makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Built blocks an uppercut.
Built takes a shot to the head.
Mirage makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Mirage lands a shoulder strike.
Built prevents a body shot from Mirage.
Mirage looking to stall.
Mirage fails to land with a short punch on the inside.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kahoolawe Built showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Built 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 Ren Mimura scores the fight 49:46
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 49:47
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 49:46

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kahoolawe Built!

Kahoolawe Built is the new light heavyweight champion!
Kahoolawe Built spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.

 

Event: GAMMA#806 Fungus v Mirage     
Date:   Jan 11, 2020
#R1#
Mirage throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Mirage fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Fungus slips under a jab from Mirage.
Fungus is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Mirage.
Mirage swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Fungus connects with a body shot that sends Mirage's belly button to the back.
Mirage ducks under a wild hook from Fungus.
Mirage looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Fungus comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Mirage lunges at Fungus with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Fungus's hand.
Mirage is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Fungus.
Fungus wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Mirage checks a leg kick nicely.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
A shot to the liver by Fungus. Beautiful body shot.
Fungus misses with a body kick.
We've been told by Fungus's head coaches at Men Only. No Liberals ! that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Mirage walks into a jab.
Mirage on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Fungus checks the leg kick.
Mirage displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Fungus throws out the jab.
Nice uppercut lands for Mirage. That snapped Fungus's head back. #CUT2#
It looks like Foot Fungus has been cut.
Mirage drops his hands momentarily and Fungus takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Mirage fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Fungus on the side of the head.
Mirage getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
A left lands for Fungus.#T1#
Fungus tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mirage was well out of range. Poor timing from Fungus.
Mirage throws a hook but Fungus avoids it easily.
Mirage dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Fungus steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Mirage.
Fungus takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Mirage connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Mirage throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Mirage throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Fungus sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Fungus scores with a body shot.
Fungus swings for the body but Mirage moves out of range.
A jab from Mirage misses.
Fungus slips under a jab.
Fungus lands a body shot.
Mirage attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Fungus blocks a jab.
Fungus misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mirage.
Fungus tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mirage was well out of range. Poor timing from Fungus.
Mirage misses with a straight right.
Fungus is looking to counter the offense by Mirage and move into the clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Fungus misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Mirage counters with a nice uppercut. #T2#
Mirage takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
A punch lands to the side of Mirage 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Fungus connects with a good right hand that stumbles Mirage. Mirage circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Mirage cracks the inside of Fungus's front leg.
Mirage pushes Fungus away with a front kick.
Fungus uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mirage.
Fungus blocks a low kick nicely.
Fungus ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Mirage misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Fungus.
Fungus slips under a jab.
Mirage ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Fungus moves away.
Fungus feints and then cracks Mirage's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Mirage down.
Fungus looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Fungus looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Fungus blocks a jab.
Fungus is looking to counter the offense by Mirage and move into the clinch.#CL#
Fungus instigates a clinch.
Mirage lands with a left to the head.
Fungus swings wildly with an uppercut but Mirage uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mirage swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T3#
Fungus throws a head punch that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Mirage.
Mirage scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Mirage swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A nice right hand lands inside from Fungus.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Fungus.
Mirage tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Mirage.
Fungus has a couple of punches blocked by Mirage.
Fungus working aggressively here.
Fungus throws a head punch that misses.
A right hook to the body lands for Fungus.
Fungus scores with a hook to the body.
Mirage looks winded!
Fungus misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Fungus lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Fungus lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Fungus throws a head punch that misses.
Mirage blocking some punches.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Fungus scores with a nice hook to the head.
Mirage tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T4#
Mirage blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Fungus lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Fungus.
Fungus lands a body punch in the clinch.
Fungus lands a hook that snaps the head of Mirage backwards.
Fungus struggles to land a body shot inside as Mirage controls his hands.
Fungus lands a left hand.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Fungus.#BC2#
Mirage manages to break the clinch. #KD#
Fungus feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Mirage sprawling to the canvas! Mirage rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Fungus finish him?! #ROC#
Mirage is rocked!
Mirage glances at the clock... BAM! Fungus nails him with a big right hand! A momentary lapse in concentration sends Mirage crashing to the mat! The referee steps in and this one is over! Damn, Mirage is out of it, he thinks the ref is his opponent!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Foot Fungus!
Foot Fungus really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that HELLBENT logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

 

Event: PFC 145 Grabber vs Perera     
Date:   Dec 21, 2019
#R1#
Mirage throws out a loose jab but Semenko uses good head movement to avoid it.
Semenko jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Semenko looks to land a combination but Mirage avoids it well.
Mirage 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.
Mirage scores with the left hand. Semenko knows he should have avoided that one.
Mirage misses with a looping right.
Semenko has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Guerrilla MMA in the buildup to the fight.
Mirage jabs at Semenko's body.
Mirage misses with a jab to the body
and Semenko makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Mirage is looking to score with low kicks.
Mirage takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Mirage moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Alphonzo Mirage seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Semenko moves into the clinch.
Semenko can't find room to land a body shot as Mirage controls the action.
Mirage doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Mirage stalls.
Semenko tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Mirage avoids it.
Mirage misses with a hook to the ribs. #T1#
Semenko blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Mirage slows down the pace here.
Mirage scores with a shoulder strike.
Semenko tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Mirage avoids it.
A short right from Semenko.
Mirage tries to throw a body punch but Semenko avoids it by throwing Mirage back against the cage.
Semenko misses with a punch on the inside.
Semenko takes a shot to the head.
Mirage scores with a shot to the side of Semenko's head.
Mirage avoiding damage as Semenko throws knees to the body.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Semenko.
Semenko prevents a body shot from Mirage. #BC2#
Mirage manages to break the clinch.
Semenko ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Mirage scores with a kick to the body.
Mirage's corner calls for a 1-2. Mirage obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mirage tries to land a front kick but Semenko steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Mirage keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Semenko.
Semenko looks to score with a jab to the body but Mirage is just out of range.
Mirage slips a straight right by Semenko.
Mirage throws a series of punches but Semenko avoids them all with ease.
Mirage lands the left hand.
Mirage misses with a body punch
and Semenko counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Semenko blocks the body kick.
Mirage tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Semenko was well out of range. Poor timing from Mirage.
Semenko lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt! #CUT#
It looks like Alphonzo Mirage has been cut.
Good work by Semenko as he checks the leg kick.
A thudding body kick lands there by Mirage!
Semenko ducks under a wild hook from Mirage.
Mirage fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Semenko walks into a jab.
Semenko connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#T3#
Semenko ducks under a wild hook from Mirage.
Mirage swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Semenko misses the jab.
Mirage takes a swing at Semenko's ribcage but misses.
Semenko moves out of range as Mirage strikes.
Mirage tries to land a leg kick but Semenko saw it coming and moves away.
Mirage throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Semenko connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Mirage ducks under a wild hook from Semenko.
Mirage blocks a head kick by Semenko.
Semenko looks to land a body kick but Mirage moved away.
Semenko has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Mirage.
Semenko blocks a jab.
A lazy body kick from Mirage
letting Semenko counter with a right hand.
Mirage checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Mirage throws a hook but Semenko blocks it.#T4#
A head kick misses from Mirage.
Semenko blocks the body kick.
Good leg kick by Mirage there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Mirage lands a lovely overhand right.
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!
Semenko slips a jab from Mirage.
Mirage moves out of range of the body kick from Semenko.
Jab from Mirage.
A looping hook to the body misses from Semenko. Mirage does a little dance to reset his feet.
Semenko shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Mirage swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Mirage misses with a hook. Semenko ducked under it nicely.
Semenko throwing a counter right hand but Mirage manages to avoid it.
Mirage checks a leg kick.
Mirage lands a nice leg kick that just misses Semenko's sensitive parts.
Mirage throws out a loose jab but Semenko uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mirage tries a head kick but it misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alphonzo Mirage dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Alphonzo Mirage's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Semenko throws a low kick but Mirage moves out of range easily.
Semenko throws a body punch but Mirage moves out of range.
Mirage misses with a looping right.
Semenko throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena. #CL#
Semenko rushes Mirage and presses him up against the cage.
Mirage swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Mirage tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A short left from Semenko.
Mirage scores with a shoulder strike.
Mirage has a couple of punches blocked by Semenko.
Semenko blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Semenko has a couple of punches blocked by Mirage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A short uppercut from Mirage.
Mirage lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Mirage has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Semenko seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Mirage can turn it around.
Mirage scores with a nice hook to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A shot in the inside from Mirage.
Mirage tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Semenko's elbow. #T1##BC2#
Mirage breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Semenko ducks under a wild hook from Mirage.
Semenko scoring well with a low kick there.
Semenko on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Semenko throws a head kick that misses
and Mirage counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Mirage throws an off balance right hand
and Semenko counters with a good, hard body kick but Mirage shrugs it off.
A chopping leg kick lands by Mirage.
Semenko takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Mirage connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Mirage has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Mirage throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
It looked like Semenko wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Mirage plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Mirage is looking to land body kicks.
Mirage throws a hard body shot but it just 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!
Semenko takes a swing at Mirage's ribcage but misses.
Mirage throws a jab but it's blocked by Semenko. #T2#
Donk. Mirage catches Semenko right on the button with a cross.
Mirage uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Semenko.
A leg kick checked by Mirage.
Mirage is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Semenko with a body shot.
Mirage dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Semenko. That did some damage!
Mirage lands with a straight right. Semenko didn't see that one coming.
Semenko thumps Mirage with a low kick.
Mirage scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Semenko doesn't seem bothered though.
Mirage is looking to land body kicks.
Semenko steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Mirage. That one must have hurt.
Mirage dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Semenko. That did some damage!
Mirage is looking to land body kicks.
Mirage uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Semenko.
Mirage slips a straight right by Semenko.
Mirage lands a glancing blow to the side of Semenko's head.
Alphonzo Mirage seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Semenko moves out of range of the strikes.
Semenko was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.#T3#
Mirage tests Semenko's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Semenko throws a push kick but Mirage slaps the foot to one side.
Mirage tries to work over Semenko's front leg with a kick but Semenko checks it.
Semenko tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Mirage manages to circle out of the way.
Mirage throws a leg kick
and Semenko counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Mirage takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Semenko fails in his attempt to clinch.
Mirage moves into range and connects with a jab.
A slow jab from Mirage misses its intended target.
It looked like Semenko was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Mirage.
A good leg kick by Mirage.
Semenko 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.
Mirage displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Semenko looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mirage lands a lovely overhand right.
Mirage misses with a looping right.#T4#
Semenko dodges the punch combination from Mirage.
Semenko just misses with a punch to the body.
Mirage is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Semenko with a body shot.
Mirage scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Mirage.
Semenko staying out of range there.
Semenko gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Semenko goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Mirage.
Mirage lands a glancing blow to the side of Semenko's head.
Semenko looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mirage misses with an uppercut
and Semenko makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Mirage really felt that one!
Semenko jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Mirage ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Mirage 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.

Alphonzo Mirage showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Alphonzo Mirage's cut.
That's time! Semenko's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R3#
Mirage throws a sloppy head kick
and Semenko makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Mirage really felt that one!
Mirage keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Semenko.
Semenko 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.
Mirage lands with a kick to the ribs.
Semenko on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Mirage. Mirage obviously looking to wear him down.
Mirage waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Semenko.
Mirage throws a push kick but Semenko slaps the foot to one side.
Mirage plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Mirage.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Mirage 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.
Mirage connects with a crisp jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mirage looks to throw the jab but Semenko is out of range.
Semenko on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Mirage waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Semenko.
Semenko blocks a low kick nicely.
Mirage throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Semenko counters with an outside leg kick. #T1#
Mirage throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A big left from Mirage misses.
Mirage throws the left hand but Semenko avoids the punch easily.
Semenko fires out a quick counter leg kick but Mirage just manages to avoid it.
Mirage lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Mirage throws a jab when Semenko was well out of range.
Some bone on bone action there as Semenko checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Mirage misses with a looping left.
Semenko misses with the combination.
The fight stays on the outside here - Semenko looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
A looping hook to the body misses from Semenko. Mirage does a little dance to reset his feet.
Semenko scores with a jab to the body.
Mirage fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Semenko has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Mirage throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.#T2#
Semenko misses with a kick to the body.
A slow jab from Semenko misses its intended target.
Mirage closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Mirage throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Semenko lands with a thumping leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Semenko uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mirage.
Semenko is looking for a counter combo.
A looping hook to the body misses from Mirage. Semenko does a little dance to reset his feet.
Mirage misses with a low kick.
Semenko tries to close the distance and clinch up but Mirage swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Mirage circles away from the clinch attempt.
Mirage throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Mirage looks for the body kick but Semenko saw that one coming.
Semenko drops his hands momentarily and Mirage takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
The fighters circle momentarily. Mirage darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#T3#
Mirage misses with a leg kick
and Semenko counters with a slapping leg kick.
Mirage moves into range and connects with a jab.
Semenko lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Semenko misses with a wild body shot.
Semenko swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Mirage moves out of range as Semenko strikes.
Mirage throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Mirage dips to his left and cracks Semenko with an uppercut!
Mirage throws a head kick that misses.
Semenko swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Semenko throws a head kick that misses.
Mirage throws an overhand right that lands on Semenko's shoulder, as Semenko tries to avoid the shot.
Semenko takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Mirage scores with the left hand. Semenko knows he should have avoided that one.
Mirage catches Semenko with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#T4#
Semenko throws a looping overhand right but Mirage ducks down 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!
Mirage throws a leg kick which misses Semenko's front leg but catches the back leg as Semenko tries to avoid it.
Semenko blocks a head kick by Mirage.
Mirage lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Mirage scores with a jab. Semenko acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Mirage walks into a straight right hand from Semenko.
Mirage misses with a low kick as Semenko jumps back.
Semenko throws a quick counter kick to the body but Mirage avoids it.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Mirage. Semenko shrugs it off though.
Semenko moves out of range of the body kick from Mirage.
Mirage gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Semenko counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Mirage lands with a nice body kick.
Semenko will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Semenko dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Mirage. That did some damage!
Good work by Mirage as he checks the leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alphonzo Mirage really dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Alphonzo Mirage's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R4#
Good leg kick by Mirage there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Semenko lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Mirage at a distance.
Mirage pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Semenko ducks under a wild hook from Mirage.
An attempted straight right counter from Semenko misses the target.
Semenko lands with a shot to the body.
Semenko fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mirage manages to avoid it.
Mirage missing with a left hand there. Semenko was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Mirage misses with a hook. Semenko ducked under it nicely.
And Semenko counters with a quick kick to the body but Mirage blocks it.
Semenko shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Mirage jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Semenko swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mirage throws a big shot that misses.
Semenko misses with an attempted mid kick.
Mirage looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Good leg kick by Semenko there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Mirage takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#T1#
A punch combination from Mirage misses.
Mirage 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.
Semenko tries to clinch up.#CL#
Mirage gets tackled into the cage by Semenko. Semenko maintains the clinch.
Semenko misses with a punch to the body.
Mirage doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Semenko gets through Mirage's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Semenko lands with a left to the head.
Semenko tries to land knees in the clinch but Mirage avoids the damage to the body.
Semenko misses with a knee strike.
Semenko misses with a punch to the body.
Mirage lands a left hand.
Semenko missing with knees to the body.
Mirage prevents a body shot from Semenko.
Semenko trying to land knees to the body.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Semenko obliges.
Mirage is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.#T2#
A short left from Semenko.
Semenko presses Mirage against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Semenko scores with a shoulder strike.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Semenko lands a good knee to the midsection. Mirage won't want to take too many of those.
Semenko lands a body punch in the clinch.
Semenko softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Nice body punch from Semenko.
Mirage misses with a body punch.
Semenko misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Mirage.
Semenko throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Semenko is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Semenko blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Mirage takes a knee to the side of the body.
Semenko is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Dave Semenko has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Semenko throws a knee to the head but misses.
Semenko tries to land knees in the clinch but Mirage avoids the damage to the body. #T3#
Nice body punch from Semenko.
Semenko lands a good knee to the midsection. Mirage won't want to take too many of those.
Semenko lands a knee to the head.
Semenko blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Semenko misses with a hook to the ribs.
Semenko lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Mirage misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Mirage cracks Semenko with a nice body shot.
Semenko struggles to land a body shot inside as Mirage controls his hands.
A right handed body shot lands from Mirage.
Mirage pushes Semenko back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Mirage blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Semenko tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Semenko blocking some punches.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Semenko creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Mirage swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T4#
Mirage lands a nice shot to the body.
Semenko tries to land knees in the clinch but Mirage avoids the damage to the body.
Semenko lands a hook to the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mirage tries a body shot but Semenko blocks it.
Mirage has a couple of punches blocked by Semenko.
Mirage avoiding damage as Semenko throws knees to the body.
Semenko blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Mirage.
A short right from Mirage on the inside.
Semenko throws a knee to the head but misses.
Mirage is pushing Semenko up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Mirage tries a body shot but Semenko blocks it.
Semenko scores with a shoulder strike.
Semenko throws a punch but it's blocked by Mirage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dave Semenko had his way with Alphonzo Mirage in that round.
The cut man is working on Alphonzo Mirage's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R5#
Mirage connects with a looping right hand.
Mirage cracks the inside of Semenko's front leg.
Semenko moves out of range of the leg kick from Mirage.
Semenko doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Semenko thumps Mirage with a low kick.
Semenko moves away from the strike by Mirage.
Mirage misses with a left hand
letting Semenko counter with a right hand.
Mirage takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Mirage. Semenko shrugs it off though.
Mirage dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Mirage throws a head kick but Semenko moves out of range.
It looked like Semenko was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Mirage pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Semenko keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Good leg kick by Mirage there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud. #T1#
Semenko takes a swing at Mirage's ribcage but misses.
Mirage lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Mirage shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Semenko eats them both and turns towards Mirage to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Semenko checks the leg kick nicely there.
Mirage throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Semenko blocks the body kick.
Semenko tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Mirage manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Semenko uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Mirage has time to react.
A head kick misses from Mirage.
Mirage throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Semenko jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Semenko keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Mirage lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Dave Semenko has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Mirage catches Semenko with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Mirage throws a body shot but no joy.
Semenko misses with a looping right.
Semenko looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The fighters circling - Mirage throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Mirage throws a nice inside leg kick.
Mirage lands a jab to Semenko's midsection.
Mirage throws a jab when Semenko was well out of range.
A leg kick checked by Semenko.
Mirage uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Semenko.
Mirage smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Semenko is looking to land body kicks.
Mirage uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Semenko.
Mirage tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Semenko is able to avoid easily.
It looked like Semenko was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Mirage.#T3#
Mirage slips under a jab from Semenko.
Mirage avoids the body shot from Semenko.
Mirage lands a jab to the nose.
Mirage feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Semenkos jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Semenko uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mirage.
Semenko swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Mirage scores with a hook to the body. Semenko takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Mirage moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Semenko moves out of range of the body kick from Mirage.
Semenko moves out of range of the strikes.
Mirage throws the left hand but Semenko avoids the punch easily.
Mirage works Semenko's body with a nice hook.
Mirage throws a body punch but Semenko moves out of range.
Semenko throwing a counter right hand but Mirage manages to avoid it.
Mirage lands with a straight right. Semenko didn't see that one coming.#T4#
Semenko needs to keep his hands up - Mirage had a free shot at his head there.
Semenko throws a hook but Mirage blocks it.
Semenko avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Semenko misses with an uppercut. Mirage saw that one coming.
Mirage thows a left - swing and a miss!
Semenko gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Nice jab there from Mirage.
Semenko ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mirage moves away.
Mirage takes a swing at Semenko's ribcage but misses.
Mirage scores with a jab to the head.
A chopping leg kick lands by Mirage.
Semenko 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.
Alphonzo Mirage is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Mirage bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Semenko's head backwards.
Mirage shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Semenko tried to counter with a leg kick but Mirage avoided it.

And that's the end of the fight!
Alphonzo Mirage comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Mirage 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 Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 46:49
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 46:49
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 46:49

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alphonzo Mirage!

Alphonzo Mirage is the new light heavyweight champion!
A very excited looking Alphonzo Mirage 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: PFC 136 Yamaguchi vs Rock     
Date:   Nov 03, 2019
#R1#
Mirage fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Bennet has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Mirage lands a slapping body shot.
Bennet defending well as Mirage loads up on a big left hand.
Mirage uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bennet.
Mirage takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Bennet moves out of range of the body kick from Mirage.
A telegraphed right hand from Mirage misses the target.
Bennet throws a nice inside leg kick.
Mirage's jab looks to have found its range, popping Bennet under the eye.#CUT2#
It looks like Michael Bennet has been cut.
We've been told by Bennet's head coaches at IMMA Gym of Elite ASS that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Bennet slips a straight right by Mirage.
A jab from Mirage misses.
Mirage misses with a body kick.
Mirage throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bennet scores with a jab. Mirage acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mirage throws a hook but Bennet avoids it easily.
A big left from Mirage misses.
Mirage takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Bennet clobbers Mirage with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Mirage looks to land a left hand but Bennet moved out of range nicely.
Mirage throws a chopping leg kick but Bennet manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Bennet throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.#T1#
Mirage lands a leg kick that knocks Bennet off balance momentarily.
Mirage jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bennet chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Mirage can pounce on him.
Mirage takes one to the chin there.
Bennet cracks Mirage with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Bennet avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Mirage avoids the body shot from Bennet.
It seemed like Mirage was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Michael Bennet seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bennet digs a good body shot into Mirage's ribs.
Mirage throws a lazy right hand but Bennet sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Mirage takes a swing at Bennet's ribcage but misses.
A shot to the liver by Mirage. Beautiful body shot.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Bennet checks a leg kick.
A thudding body kick lands there by Bennet!
A big left from Mirage misses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nice straight punches there by Bennet. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Bennet.
Mirage throws a front kick that sends Bennet stumbling back into the cage.
Mirage looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Mirage takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Mirage throws a solid leg kick but Bennet takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Mirage.#T2#
Mirage throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bennet scores with a jab to the jaw.
Bennet misses with a body shot.
Mirage tries a quick counter leg kick but Bennet is wise to it.
Bennet uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Mirage.
Bennet tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Mirage paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Bennet throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Mirage tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Bennet is able to avoid easily.
Mirage misses with a wild body shot.
Bennet lets loose with a powerful body kick. Mirage will feel that in the morning.
Mirage misses with a looping right.
Mirage throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Mirage lands an overhand right.
Bennet ducks under a wild hook from Mirage.
Bennet ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Mirage lands a nice hook to Bennet's body. Bennet takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Bennet blocks a jab.
Bennet thows a left - swing and a miss!
Mirage tries to score with a low kick but Bennet moves his leg out of the way.#T3#
Mirage throws an overhand right that lands on Bennet's shoulder, as Bennet tries to avoid the shot.
Bennet slips a straight right by Mirage.
Bennet throws a hook but Mirage blocks it.
Bennet connects with a body shot.
Mirage looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Bennet throws a leg kick which misses Mirage's front leg but catches the back leg as Mirage tries to avoid it.
A low kick from Mirage misses
and Bennet makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Mirage jabbing away but nothing is landing.
It looked like Bennet was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Mirage.
Mirage lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Bennet drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Bennet uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mirage.
Bennet takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Mirage moves out of range as Bennet throws a body kick.
Mirage throws a front kick aimed at Bennet's knee but Bennet avoids it well.
Bennet ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nice body kick there by Bennet.
Bennet throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Bennet throws a looping overhand right but Mirage ducks down to avoid it.
Bennet throws out a powerful jab.#T4#
Bennet checks a low kick from Mirage.
Mirage bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Bennet's head.
Mirage takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Bennet ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mirage moves away.
Bennet lands a jab.
Bennet misses with a body shot.
Bennet drops his hands momentarily and Mirage takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
A jab from Mirage does it's job there.
Mirage with a hook.#ROC2#
Bennet is rocked!#CUT2#
Michael Bennet's cut is getting worse.
Mirage cracks Bennet on the jaw with a powerful right hand and Bennet falls backwards against the cage. Mirage follows up with more strikes that drop Bennet to his knees. Mirage keeps the pressure on and the referee jumps in to save Bennet! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Alphonzo Mirage!
Alphonzo Mirage decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: PFC 129 Mirage vs Semenko     
Date:   Sep 22, 2019
#R1#
Mirage throws a hook but Semenko blocks it.
Mirage throws a sloppy body shot
and Semenko counters with a nice body kick.
Semenko finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Mirage is looking to land body kicks.
Semenko fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Mirage checks it well.
Crunch! Semenko slams his shin into Mirage's torso.
Mirage throws a chopping leg kick but Semenko manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Mirage misses with a hook. Semenko ducked under it nicely.
Semenko checks the leg kick nicely there.
Mirage throws a low kick but Semenko moves out of range easily.
Semenko swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Mirage cracks Semenko with a good jab.
Mirage with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Semenko to score with a decent uppercut.
Mirage looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Mirage misses with a looping left.
Semenko is looking to chop away at Mirage's legs.
Mirage misses with a low kick.
Mirage swings for the body but Semenko moves out of range.
A nice inside leg kick there by Mirage. That's going to slow Semenko down.
Semenko misses with the combination. #T1#
Semenko takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Semenko counters with a body kick.
Semenko has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Mirage drops his hands momentarily and Semenko takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Mirage takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Semenko lands a nice leg kick that just misses Mirage's sensitive parts.
Mirage avoids the body shot from Semenko.
Mirage throwing a counter right hand but Semenko manages to avoid it.
Mirage throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Semenko dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Mirage. That did some damage!
Mirage dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Semenko. That did some damage!
Semenko scoring well with a low kick there.
A nice leg kick lands there from Semenko.
Semenko bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Mirage uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Semenko.
Semenko takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Mirage throws a shot from downtown. Semenko moves away and avoids it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
An inside leg kick from Mirage misses.
Mirage throws a leg kick but Semenko moved away.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Semenko checks a leg kick. #T2#
Mirage throws out a loose jab but Semenko uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mirage has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Mirage there as he acknowledges the shot.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Mirage.
Semenko throws a hook but Mirage blocks it.
Mirage scores with a nice head shot.
Semenko buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Semenko checks a leg kick.
Semenko catches Mirage with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Semenko lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Mirage misses with an uppercut. Semenko saw that one coming.
Mirage feints and then cracks Semenko's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Semenko down.
Semenko throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Mirage closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Good leg kick by Semenko there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Semenko throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Semenko lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Mirage backs up against the cage.
Mirage connects with a good right hand that stumbles Semenko. Semenko circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#T3#
Semenko throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Mirage misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Semenko.
Mirage misses with a body shot.
Mirage fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Mirage throws a hook but Semenko avoids it easily.
Mirage throws a right hand that misses
and Semenko counters with a straight right hand.
Mirage lands with a thumping leg kick.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Semenko.
Semenko lands a glancing blow to the side of Mirage's head.
A swing and a miss from Semenko.
Semenko takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Semenko throws a leg kick
and Mirage counters with an inside leg kick.
Mirage takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mirage takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Semenko stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Mirage.
Semenko shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #T4#
Mirage misses with an uppercut. Semenko saw that one coming.
An inside leg kick lands from Mirage.
Mirage attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
A bone on bone clash there as Mirage blocks the leg kick.
Semenko moves in looking to clinch but Mirage pushes him off.
Mirage misses the shot to the body.
Mirage changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Nice body kick there by Semenko.
Semenko uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mirage.
Semenko tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mirage was well out of range. Poor timing from Semenko.
Mirage moves out of range of the body kick from Semenko.
Semenko tries to close the distance and clinch up but Mirage swats him away and circles back towards the center.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mirage is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Mirage connects with a leg kick. Semenko looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Mirage throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Semenko keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Dave Semenko 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#
Mirage misses with a body shot.
Semenko lands a jab to the head.
Semenko scores with a leg kick.
Nice straight punches there by Mirage. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Mirage.
Semenko thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Mirage if he has to take too many more of those.
Semenko ducks under a wild hook from Mirage.
Mirage throws a solid leg kick but Semenko takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Mirage.
Mirage throws a hook but Semenko blocks it.
Mirage misses with a hook.
Mirage swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Mirage delivers a nice body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Semenko lands with a nice body punch.
Semenko throws a chopping leg kick but Mirage manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Semenko misses with a straight right.
Mirage throws out a loose jab but Semenko uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mirage has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Semenko.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mirage tries a head kick but it misses. #T1#
Semenko lands a slapping body shot.
Semenko connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Mirage jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Mirage throws a wild body kick that Semenko sees coming a mile off.
Mirage throws a lazy right hand but Semenko sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Mirage has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Semenko misses with a kick to the body.
A left lands for Semenko.
Mirage misses with a left hand
and Semenko counters with a solid body kick.
Nice defenses there by Semenko.
Semenko lands with a nice body punch.
Mirage throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Semenko now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mirage throws a hook to the side of Semenko's head but Semenko sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Mirage avoids the body shot from Semenko.
Mirage lands a nice leg kick that just misses Semenko's sensitive parts.
Mirage tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#T2#
Mirage walks into a stiff left hand from Semenko.
Mirage connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
A cross from Semenko lands.
Mirage throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Semenko counters with a nice leg kick.
Semenko's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Mirage catches Semenko with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Mirage will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Mirage misses with a looping left.
Semenko takes a swing at Mirage's ribcage but misses.
Semenko misses with a straight right.
Mirage tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Semenko was well out of range. Poor timing from Mirage.
Mirage darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Semenko scores with a kick to the body.
Mirage uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Semenko.
Semenko takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Semenko ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Mirage throws a looping overhand right but Semenko ducks down to avoid it.
Semenko connects with a solid leg kick. #T3#
Mirage throws a leg kick that misses.
Mirage misses with a looping right.
Mirage has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Semenko misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mirage.
Mirage circles away from the clinch attempt.
Mirage takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Mirage misses with a low kick as Semenko jumps back.
Mirage misses with the combination.
Mirage throws a poor cross that misses
and Semenko counters with a good low kick that Mirage was not able to check.
A jab from Mirage misses. #CL2#
Semenko pushes Mirage up against the cage in a clinch.
Semenko with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Knees to the body from Semenko.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Mirage misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Semenko throws a head punch that misses.
Semenko has a couple of punches blocked by Mirage. #T4#
Semenko swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Semenko swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Mirage trying to stall but Semenko improves his position.
Mirage stalling the fight.
Mirage misses with a hook to the ribs.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A nice left hand lands by Semenko.
Semenko tries a body shot but Mirage blocks it.
Semenko misses with some punches.
Semenko tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Semenko lands a hook to the side of the head.
Mirage misses with a short punch on the inside.
Mirage swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Mirage misses with a hook to the ribs.
Mirage lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Mirage misses with a hook to the ribs.
Mirage working aggressively here.
Semenko has a couple of punches blocked by Mirage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dave Semenko 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#
Semenko misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mirage.
Semenko tries to score with a low kick but Mirage moves his leg out of the way.
Semenko throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Mirage stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
A left lands for Mirage.
Semenko moves out of range of the strikes.
Semenko pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Semenko waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Mirage.
Mirage misses with a left hand
and Semenko counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Mirage swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Semenko.
Semenko fakes the leg kick and cracks Mirage in the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mirage tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Semenko lands a leg kick that knocks Mirage off balance momentarily.#CL2#
Semenko closes the distance and pushes Mirage back into the cage.
Mirage throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Mirage has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#T1#
Semenko lands a hook that snaps the head of Mirage backwards.
Semenko is leaning against Mirage and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Semenko lands a good knee to the midsection. Mirage won't want to take too many of those.
Dave Semenko seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Semenko lands on the inside with an uppercut. #BC#
Mirage pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Mirage will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Semenko walks into a jab.
Semenko throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Mirage bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Mirage keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Semenko scores with a shot to the body.
Semenko sizes up Mirage with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Semenko throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#CL2#
Semenko closes the distance and pushes Mirage back into the cage.
Semenko has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Semenko blocking some punches.
A body shot lands from Semenko. #T2#
Semenko missing with knees to the body.
Mirage swings wildly with an uppercut but Semenko uses good head movement to avoid it.
Semenko is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Mirage is defending well for now.
Semenko throws a knee to the head but misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Semenko.
A left hand lands to the body for Semenko.
Semenko misses with a punch to the body.
Mirage lands a right hand.
Semenko scores with a hook to the body.
A body shot lands from Semenko.
Semenko lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Semenko tries to land a knee to the head but Mirage blocks with his arms.
Semenko lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A head punch on the inside from Mirage fails to land.
Semenko lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.#T3#
Semenko misses with a body punch.
Mirage misses with a hook from the clinch.
A left hand lands to the body for Semenko.
Semenko blocks an uppercut.
Semenko scores with a hook to the body.
Semenko scores a nice knee to the body.
Semenko is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Semenko tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Still in the clinch, Semenko scores with a nice short uppercut.
Semenko tries to work over Mirage's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Semenko misses with a punch on the inside.
Semenko tries to land a knee to the head but Mirage blocks with his arms.
A shot in the inside from Semenko.
Still in the clinch, Mirage scores with a nice short uppercut.
Mirage blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Semenko lands a right hand that snaps the head of Mirage backwards. #T4#
Mirage misses with some punches.
Semenko lands a shot to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#BC#
Mirage manages to break the clinch. #CL2#
Semenko darts in and clinches Mirage up against the cage.
Semenko unloads a knee to the mid-section. Mirage lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Semenko lands a body shot.
Mirage misses with a hook to the ribs.
Semenko misses with a knee strike.
Semenko throws a punch but it's blocked by Mirage.
Semenko scores with a hook to the body.
Semenko landing knees to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mirage.
Semenko tries to throw a body punch but Mirage avoids it by throwing Semenko back against the cage.
Mirage lands a body shot.
A hook to the body from Mirage.
Semenko misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Mirage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dave Semenko really dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R4#
Mirage misses with a hook. Semenko ducked under it nicely.
Semenko swings widly with a right hand
and Mirage counters with a series of strikes. Semenko will be more careful next time no doubt.
Mirage has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Semenko finds it's way round the side to connect with Mirage's head.
Mirage throws a head kick that misses.
A little jabbing left from Semenko on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#CL2#
Semenko gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Semenko is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Mirage is defending well for now.
Semenko scores with a nice hook to the head.
Mirage digs a right hand underneath Semenko's ribcage. Semenko let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Mirage tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Semenko has a couple of punches blocked by Mirage.
Semenko throws a punch but it's blocked by Mirage.
A head punch on the inside from Semenko fails to land. #BC#
Mirage breaks the clinch.
Mirage throws a lazy uppercut
and Semenko counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Mirage thinking.
Semenko misses with a low kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Semenko slips a straight right by Mirage.
Semenko swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T1#
Semenko looks to land a right hand but Mirage moved out of range.
Semenko stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Mirage.
Semenko slips a jab from Mirage.
Semenko throws the kick towards the body but Mirage avoids it.
Semenko scores with a head kick. Mirage tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Mirage throws a right hand that misses
and Semenko counters with a nice kick to the body.
Jab by Semenko.
Mirage looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Mirage misses the jab.
Mirage uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Semenko.
Mirage darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
The fighters circling - Semenko throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Mirage misses with a low kick.
Semenko moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Mirage uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Semenko.
Semenko scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Semenko throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Mirage throws a hook but Semenko blocks it.
Mirage throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Semenko attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Semenko is looking to land body kicks.
Mirage is looking to counter with head kicks.
Mirage shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Mirage tries a low kick but Semenko avoids it.
Mirage fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Semenko throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Semenko listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Mirage lands with a cross.
A shot to the body from Semenko misses
and Mirage cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Mirage misses with an uppercut. Semenko saw that one coming.
Semenko was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Semenko throws out a loose jab but Mirage uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mirage takes one on the button.#T3#
A jab from Mirage does it's job there.
Dave Semenko seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Semenko displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Mirage throws out the jab.
Semenko throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Semenko misses with a kick to the body.
Mirage avoids the body shot from Semenko.
It appears Mirage was looking to counter with a kick there.
Crunch! Semenko slams his shin into Mirage's torso.
Mirage has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Semenko.
Semenko throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Mirage scores with a shot to the body.
Mirage throws a big shot that misses.
Mirage avoids the body shot from Semenko.
Mirage works the jab nicely.
A shot to the liver by Semenko. Beautiful body shot.
Mirage misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Mirage keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T4#
Semenko changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL2#
Semenko closes the distance and pushes Mirage back into the cage.
Semenko softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Mirage lands a body shot in the clinch.
Mirage misses with a hook from the clinch.
Semenko throws a head punch that misses.
Mirage works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Semenko goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Mirage lands a nice shot to the body.
Semenko misses with a punch on the inside.
Mirage scores with a nice hook to the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Semenko.
Mirage lands a nice uppercut.
Mirage can't find room to land a body shot as Semenko controls the action.
Semenko scores with an uppercut up the middle.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Dave Semenko 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!
#R5#
Mirage throws a lazy uppercut
and Semenko counters with a nice kick to the body.
A slapping body kick lands there for Semenko.
Mirage lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Semenko throws a one two combo.
A head kick from Mirage lands but Semenko takes it in his stride.
Semenko thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Mirage if he has to take too many more of those.
Nice uppercut there from Semenko.
Semenko fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mirage listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Semenko fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Mirage looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Semenko just misses with a punch to the body.
Nice body punch from Semenko.
The fighters circling - Mirage throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Mirage gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Semenko counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
A bone on bone clash there as Semenko blocks the leg kick. #T1#
Semenko uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Mirage.
Semenko tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Mirage paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A nice combination there by Semenko.
Mirage connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Semenko throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Mirage on the side of the head.
Semenko tries to clinch but Mirage moves out of range.
Mirage is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Semenko.
It seemed like Semenko was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Mirage fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Semenko manages to avoid it.
Nice uppercut lands for Mirage. That snapped Semenko's head back.
Semenko is looking to clinch.
Semenko throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Semenko misses the shot to the body.
Semenko keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mirage pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Semenko throws out a counter right but Mirage avoids it with no problem.
Semenko lands with an overhand left.
Alphonzo Mirage has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mirage scoring well with a low kick there.
Semenko tries to land a front kick but Mirage steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
A slow jab from Mirage misses its intended target.
Semenko delivers a nice body kick.
A jab from Semenko does it's job there.
Semenko swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Semenko slips a jab from Mirage.
Mirage throws a wild body kick that Semenko sees coming a mile off.
Semenko connects with a looping right hand.
Semenko throws a half hearted mid kick.
Semenko looks to throw the jab but Mirage is out of range.
Mirage misses with an attempted mid kick.
Semenko throws a wild body kick that Mirage sees coming a mile off.
Semenko uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Mirage.
Mirage swinging wildly here. #T3#
Mirage walks into a jab.
Mirage missing with a left hand there. Semenko was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Good shot there by Mirage.
Mirage wants to slow Semenko down by chopping away at his legs.
Mirage 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.
Semenko slips under a jab.
Semenko dips to his left and cracks Mirage with an uppercut!
The fight stays on the outside here - Semenko looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Semenko walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Semenko lands a jab to the head.
Semenko tries a head kick but it misses.
A little feinted left hand from Mirage on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T4#
Mirage 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.
Semenko misses with a few strikes there.
Semenko cracks Mirage with a good jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A nice inside leg kick there by Semenko. That's going to slow Mirage down.
Mirage connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Semenko on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Mirage throws a poor cross that misses
and Semenko counters with a low kick, right behind Mirage 's knee.
Mirage lands an overhand right.
Semenko ducks under a wild hook from Mirage.
Mirage throws a nice outside leg kick.
Semenko lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Semenko tries a head kick but it misses.
Semenko uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Mirage.
Mirage connects with a leg kick. Semenko looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
A big left from Mirage misses.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Dave Semenko.
Well Semenko 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 William Gold scores the fight 45:50
Judge James Glass scores the fight 45:50
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 45:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dave Semenko!

Dave Semenko is the new light heavyweight champion!
Dave Semenko thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: PFC 124 Van Buren vs Mirage     
Date:   Aug 25, 2019
#R1#
Mirage connects with a jab.
Mirage fakes the leg kick and cracks Van Buren in the body.
Van Buren misses with a few strikes there.
Mirage connects with a leg kick. Van Buren looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Mirage throws a head kick that misses
and Mirage takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Nice straight punches there by Van Buren. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Van Buren.
Mirage misses with an uppercut.
Van Buren keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
A little feinted left hand from Van Buren on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Mirage lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Van Buren misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mirage.
A slow jab from Mirage misses its intended target.
Van Buren seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
A slapping leg kick lands for Mirage.
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!
Mirage throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Alphonzo Mirage seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A low kick from Mirage misses
and Van Buren counters with a straight right hand.
A big right from Van Buren misses.
A decent looking cross lands there for Mirage.#T1#
Mirage ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Van Buren moves away.
Mirage throws a shot from downtown. Van Buren moves away and avoids it.
Mirage throws a series of punches but Van Buren moves out of range.
Van Buren misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Mirage was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
A nice inside leg kick there by Mirage. That's going to slow Van Buren down.
Van Buren connects with a body shot.
Van Buren moves into range and connects with a jab.
Mirage lands with a thumping leg kick.
Van Buren lands with a nice combination. Mirage backs away looking to recover.
Van Buren uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mirage.
Mirage throws a lazy uppercut
and Van Buren counters with a series of strikes. Mirage will be more careful next time no doubt.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mirage lands a nice leg kick that just misses Van Buren's sensitive parts.
Mirage looks to land a right hand but Van Buren moved out of range.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Mirage - that will leave a mark! #T2#
A big left from Mirage misses.
Mirage looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Mirage works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Mirage misses with an uppercut.
Van Buren was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Van Buren tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Mirage stuns Van Buren with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Van Buren takes one to the side of the head.
Mirage connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Mirage misses with a low kick.
Mirage throws a lazy body kick
and Van Buren cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Mirage lands with a thumping leg kick.
Mirage throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Mirage connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #T3#
Van Buren keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Mirage.
Van Buren looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Van Buren slips under a jab from Mirage.
Mirage lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Van Buren digs a good hook to Mirage's body.
Mirage cracks Van Buren with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Mirage is looking to slow Van Buren down with leg kicks.
Mirage scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Van Buren doesn't seem bothered though.
A jab from Mirage misses.
And Van Buren counters with a quick kick to the body but Mirage blocks it.
Mirage misses the jab.
A jab from Van Buren does it's job there.
Mirage lands a really nice looking cross but Van Buren seems unphased.
Mirage ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Van Buren's legs have taken a beating and he's really slowing down as a result.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mirage throws a sloppy head kick and Van Buren moves out of range easily. #T4#
Van Buren checks a leg kick. #CL#
Van Buren has Mirage up against the cage in a clinch.
Nice body punch from Mirage.
Mirage lands a right hand that snaps the head of Van Buren backwards.
Mirage misses with the head strike.
A frustrated look appears on Mirage's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Van Buren controlling the action here for a moment.
Van Buren misses with a hook to the ribs.
Van Buren lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Mirage or not.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Van Buren.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Van Buren is pushing Mirage up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Van Buren lands a body punch.
Mirage working aggressively here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alphonzo Mirage dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Van Buren 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.
Alphonzo Mirage seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Van Buren is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Mirage.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Mirage! But no joy.
Mirage scores with a decent looking hook.
Van Buren misses with a kick to the body.
Mirage wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Mirage fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Van Buren has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Mirage tries a low kick but Van Buren avoids it.
A swing and a miss from Van Buren.
Mirage misses with a hook.
Van Buren slips a straight right by Mirage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mirage throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Mirage throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Mirage misses with a shot to the body
and Van Buren counters with a stiff right hand. #KD#
Van Buren lands a big head kick that sends Mirage tumbling to the mat! Van Buren takes a step backwards and waves Mirage back to his feet - he wants the finish!#CUT#
It looks like Alphonzo Mirage has been cut.#T1##CL#
Van Buren moves into the clinch successfully.
Mirage has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Mirage working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Mirage lands a body shot.
Mirage will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Van Buren up against the cage.
Van Buren has a couple of punches blocked by Mirage.
Van Buren misses with a hook from the clinch.
Mirage avoiding damage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mirage.
Van Buren is trying to break free.
Mirage tries to work over Van Buren's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Mirage scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A right hand to the body from Van Buren.
Mirage blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Mirage blocking some punches. #T2#
Mirage scores with a shot to the side of Van Buren's head.
Mirage has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Van Buren seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Mirage can turn it around.
Van Buren tries to work over Mirage's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Van Buren blocking some punches.
A nice right hand lands inside from Van Buren.
Mirage keeps control of Van Buren as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Mirage misses with a hook from the clinch.
Mirage misses with a punch to the body.
Mirage lands a left hand that snaps the head of Van Buren backwards.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Van Buren has a couple of punches blocked by Mirage.
Mirage doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Van Buren lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Mirage.
Van Buren scores with a shoulder strike.
Van Buren is pushing Mirage up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Mirage is working Van Buren over against the cage.
Van Buren misses with a short punch on the inside. #T3#
Mirage has a couple of punches blocked by Van Buren.
Mirage misses with a punch on the inside.
Mirage blocks a body shot from Van Buren.
Van Buren is trying to stall.
Mirage tries a body shot but Van Buren blocks it.
Mirage swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Van Buren doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Mirage prevents a body shot from Van Buren.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Mirage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mirage.
Van Buren is trying to maintain a safe position but Mirage gets an underhook and turns Van Buren into the cage.
Mirage misses with a punch to the body.
Mirage misses with a hook to the ribs.
Van Buren is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Mirage lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Van Buren backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Mirage.
Van Buren struggles to land a body shot inside as Mirage controls his hands.
Mirage tries to throw a body punch but Van Buren avoids it by throwing Mirage back against the cage. #T4#
Mirage blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Van Buren throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Mirages head.
Van Buren scores with a hook to the body.
Van Buren lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Mirage.
Van Buren digs a right hand into Mirage's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Mirage's gas tank.
Van Buren is trying to force a seperation but Mirage has the dominant position.
Van Buren blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Mirage can't find room to land a body shot as Van Buren controls the action.
Come on Mirage - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Mirage scores with a shoulder strike.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mirage swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Mirage works on Van Buren's body with a couple of short punches.
Mirage's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Van Buren struggles to land a body shot inside as Mirage controls his hands.
Mirage scores with a nice hook to the head.
Van Buren scores with a hook to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Alphonzo Mirage will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Alphonzo Mirage's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R3#
Mirage blocks a jab.
Mirage motions for Van Buren to come forward. Mirage throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Van Buren throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Mirage loads up on a big right hand but Van Buren slips the punch.
Mirage misses with a body kick.
Van Buren lands with a nice body punch.
Nice shot lands for Mirage.
Mirage goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Mirage tries to work over Van Buren's front leg with a kick but Van Buren checks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big left from Van Buren misses.
Van Buren slips a jab from Mirage.
Mirage scoring well with a low kick there.
Van Buren doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.#T1#
Mirage uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Van Buren.
Mirage lands a nice hook to Van Buren's body. Van Buren takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Mirage fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Van Buren manages to avoid it.
A jab from Mirage does it's job there.
Van Buren uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Mirage.
Mirage looks to land a combination but Van Buren avoids it well.
Van Buren ducks under a wild hook from Mirage.
Mirage jabs at Van Buren's body.
Mirage throws a nice looking combination but Van Buren bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Van Buren scores with a crisp jab that stopped Mirage in his tracks.
Mirage attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Van Buren slips under a jab from Mirage.
Van Buren slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#T2#
Mirage throws a sloppy body shot
and Van Buren counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Van Buren misses with a straight left.
Mirage pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Mirage misses with a lunging right hand
and Van Buren counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Mirage thinking.
Mirage takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Mirage takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Van Buren checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
A jab from Van Buren does it's job there.
Mirage fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Van Buren checks it well.
Mirage needs to keep his hands up - Van Buren had a free shot at his head there.#ROC#
Mirage is rocked!
Mirage ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Van Buren throws a head kick that misses. #CL#
Van Buren has Mirage up against the cage in a clinch. #T3#
Van Buren lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Van Buren slowing the pace effectively.
Van Buren blocks a body shot from Mirage.
Mirage misses with some punches.
A short right from Van Buren.
Van Buren misses with a punch to the body.
Mirage avoiding damage.
A short right from Van Buren.
Mirage blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Mirage throws a punch but it's blocked by Van Buren.
Van Buren is trying to break free.
A body shot lands from Mirage.
Van Buren misses with a hook from the clinch.
Van Buren misses with a body punch.
Mirage works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process. #T4#
Mirage tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Van Buren's elbow.
Mirage lands a hook that snaps the head of Van Buren backwards.
Mirage blocks a body shot from Van Buren.
Mirage lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Van Buren backwards.
Mirage lands a right hand.
Van Buren works on Mirage's body with a couple of short punches.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Van Buren wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Mirage has him pressed against the cage.
Van Buren fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short left from Mirage.
Mirage misses with a body punch.
Van Buren misses with a punch on the inside. #BC2#
Mirage pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Van Buren darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Van Buren throws a right and a left that both miss.
Van Buren walks into a stiff left hand from Mirage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Alphonzo Mirage just about did enough to take it.
The cut man is working on Alphonzo Mirage'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 looping hook to the body misses from Van Buren. Mirage does a little dance to reset his feet.
A little jabbing left from Mirage on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Mirage turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Van Buren throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Mirage throws out a counter right but Van Buren avoids it with no problem.
Van Buren goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Mirage attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Van Buren looks to throw the jab but Mirage is out of range.
Van Buren takes one to the side of the head.
Mirage feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Van Burens jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Mirage throws a low kick, looking for Van Buren's leg but Van Buren calmly moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mirage fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Van Buren manages to avoid it.#KD2#
Mirage feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Van Buren sprawling to the canvas! Van Buren rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Mirage finish him?! #ROC2#
Van Buren is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Van Buren throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Oh Van Buren is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Mirage misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Van Buren.
Mirage closes the distance and lands a brutal uppercut that knocks Van Buren out! We're looking at the replay now - he was out before he hit the floor!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 4, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Alphonzo Mirage!
Alphonzo Mirage is the new light heavyweight champion!
A very excited looking Alphonzo Mirage 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: PFC 115 Slurper vs Reid     
Date:   Jul 07, 2019
#R1#
Mirage throws a hook but Van Wijnbergen avoids it easily.
Van Wijnbergen is trying to counter with his kicks.
Van Wijnbergen walks into a straight right hand from Mirage.
Van Wijnbergen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mirage moves away.
Mirage misses with an uppercut. Van Wijnbergen saw that one coming.
Van Wijnbergen misses the shot to the body.
Mirage swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Mirage works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Van Wijnbergen misses with a hook.
Van Wijnbergen connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Mirage throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Mirage buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Mirage fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Van Wijnbergen has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Mirage looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Mirage takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Mirage misses with a hook. Van Wijnbergen ducked under it nicely.
Van Wijnbergen takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Van Wijnbergen is looking to land body kicks.
Mirage blocks a head kick by Van Wijnbergen.
Mirage takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Van Wijnbergen takes a swing at Mirage's ribcage but misses.
Van Wijnbergen takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie. #T1#
Van Wijnbergen throws a half hearted mid kick.
Mirage moves out of range of the body kick from Van Wijnbergen.
Mirage throws a nice outside leg kick.
Van Wijnbergen throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Mirage counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Van Wijnbergen blocks a leg kick.
Van Wijnbergen avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Van Wijnbergen keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A clash of legs there as Mirage blocks the low kick.
Van Wijnbergen throws a low kick, looking for Mirage's leg but Mirage calmly moves out of range.
Van Wijnbergen misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Van Wijnbergen pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A looping hook to the body misses from Mirage. Van Wijnbergen does a little dance to reset his feet.
Mirage turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Mirage dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Van Wijnbergen. That did some damage!
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Mirage, right into the meat.
Van Wijnbergen lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Mirage ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Van Wijnbergen lands with a good body shot.#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Van Wijnbergen walks forward, straight into a front kick from Mirage.
Mirage delivers a nice body kick.
Mirage is looking to land body kicks.
Van Wijnbergen replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Mirage blocks it well.
Van Wijnbergen scores with a jab to the head.
Mirage looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Van Wijnbergen swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Mirage tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Van Wijnbergen was well out of range. Poor timing from Mirage.
Van Wijnbergen takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Mirage throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Van Wijnbergen throws a leg kick but Mirage checks it.
Mirage throwing a counter right hand but Van Wijnbergen manages to avoid it.
Mirage defending well as Van Wijnbergen loads up on a big left hand.
Mirage throws a nice outside leg kick.
Mirage looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Van Wijnbergen avoids a kick to the body.
Good leg kick by Van Wijnbergen there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Van Wijnbergen takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Mirage connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Van Wijnbergen's hands.
Van Wijnbergen swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Van Wijnbergen throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T3#
Van Wijnbergen tries to work over Mirage's front leg with a kick but Mirage checks it.
Mirage is looking to counter with a body kick.
Mirage lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Van Wijnbergen throws a shot from downtown. Mirage moves away and avoids it.
Mirage misses with a looping left.
And Van Wijnbergen responds with a good body kick, but Mirage manages to step out the way in time.
Van Wijnbergen takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Van Wijnbergen throws a wild body kick that Mirage sees coming a mile off.
Van Wijnbergen moves away from the strike by Mirage.
Mirage throws a leg kick but Van Wijnbergen sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Van Wijnbergen misses the jab.
Van Wijnbergen bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Mirage tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Van Wijnbergen is able to avoid easily.
Mirage showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Van Wijnbergen.
Alphonzo Mirage seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Van Wijnbergen bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Mirage looks to land a body kick but Van Wijnbergen moved away.
A jab lands there for Van Wijnbergen.
Mirage misses with a hook
and Van Wijnbergen counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A shot to the liver by Van Wijnbergen. Beautiful body shot.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mirage throws an off balance right hand
and Mirage takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Mirage throws a hook but Van Wijnbergen blocks it.
Mirage misses the jab.
Van Wijnbergen walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Mirage lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Van Wijnbergen backs up against the cage.
Mirage throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Van Wijnbergen on the side of the head.
Mirage looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Van Wijnbergen misses with a hook. Mirage ducked under it nicely.
Mirage looks to score with a jab to the body but Van Wijnbergen is just out of range.
Van Wijnbergen throws a leg kick but Mirage checks it.
Mirage tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Van Wijnbergen's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Van Wijnbergen throws a hook to the side of Mirage's head but Mirage sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Mirage throws the left hand but Van Wijnbergen avoids the punch easily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Both fighters circling a little - Mirage finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Mirage cracks Van Wijnbergen with a right hand to the side of the head.
A left lands for Van Wijnbergen.
Mirage swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Mirage checks a leg kick nicely.
Mirage tried to counter with a leg kick but Van Wijnbergen avoided it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alphonzo Mirage dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Mirage is looking to score with low kicks.
Van Wijnbergen throws the kick towards the body but Mirage avoids it.
Mirage looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Van Wijnbergen only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Mirage fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Van Wijnbergen manages to avoid it.
Mirage scores with a jab. Van Wijnbergen acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Mirage lands with an uppercut that bounces Van Wijnbergen off the cage and back into range.
Mirage moves out of range of the body kick from Van Wijnbergen.
Van Wijnbergen looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Mirage avoids a kick to the body.
Mirage throws a lazy right hand but Van Wijnbergen sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Mirage is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Van Wijnbergen can do to turn this around?
Van Wijnbergen tries to move into range but Mirage moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Van Wijnbergen misses with a low kick.
A little feinted left hand from Mirage on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Van Wijnbergen throws a push kick but Mirage slaps the foot to one side.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Van Wijnbergen closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Mirage takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Van Wijnbergen swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Mirage tried to counter with a leg kick but Van Wijnbergen avoided it.
Van Wijnbergen pulls out of a head kick attempt.
The fighters circling - Van Wijnbergen throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T1#
Van Wijnbergen uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Mirage.
Mirage uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Van Wijnbergen.
Mirage takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Van Wijnbergen looks to land a left hand but Mirage moved out of range nicely.
Van Wijnbergen closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Van Wijnbergen throws a hook but Mirage blocks it.
Mirage moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Mirage looks to land a body kick but Van Wijnbergen moved away.
Van Wijnbergen cracks Mirage with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Van Wijnbergen lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Nice uppercut lands for Mirage. That snapped Van Wijnbergen's head back.
Van Wijnbergen ducks right into an uppercut from Mirage.
Van Wijnbergen fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mirage manages to avoid it.
Van Wijnbergen misses the shot to the body.
A little feinted left hand from Mirage on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Mirage checks the leg kick nicely there.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Van Wijnbergen misses with an attempted mid kick.
Van Wijnbergen takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Mirage throws a wild body kick that Van Wijnbergen sees coming a mile off.#T2#
Van Wijnbergen connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Van Wijnbergen tries a head kick but it misses.
Van Wijnbergen misses with a looping right.
Van Wijnbergen cracks a nice hook into Mirage's ribs.
Van Wijnbergen bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Mirage's head.
Mirage uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Van Wijnbergen has time to react.
Mirage goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Mirage blocks a low kick nicely.
Van Wijnbergen throws an overhand right that lands on Mirage's shoulder, as Mirage tries to avoid the shot.
Mirage misses with a kick to the body.
Van Wijnbergen follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Mirage blocks a head kick by Van Wijnbergen.
Mirage is looking to counter punch.
Van Wijnbergen scores with a jab.
Van Wijnbergen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mirage was well out of range. Poor timing from Van Wijnbergen.
Good standup being displayed there by Mirage as he connects with a hook.
Mirage connects with a nice looking jab.
Good standup being displayed there by Mirage as he connects with a hook.
Mirage feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Van Wijnbergen's calf.
Mirage takes a shot right to the bread basket.#T3#
Mirage throws out a leg kick but Van Wijnbergen moves out of range and Mirage only half commits.
Van Wijnbergen has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Mirage lands a jab to the nose.
Mirage attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Alphonzo Mirage is winning the standup battle so far.
Mirage lands a jab.
Mirage bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Van Wijnbergen's head backwards.
Van Wijnbergen tries to land a front kick but Mirage steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Mirage throws a nice outside leg kick.
Van Wijnbergen moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Left hook, right uppercut from Mirage.
Mirage lands with a good body shot.
Mirage throws a right and a left that Van Wijnbergen avoids nicely.
Mirage throws a jab but it's blocked by Van Wijnbergen.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mirage misses with a leg kick.
Mirage thows a left - swing and a miss!
Mirage pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Van Wijnbergen lands a body shot. #T4#
Van Wijnbergen is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Mirage.
Van Wijnbergen takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Mirage slips a jab from Van Wijnbergen.
Mirage is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Van Wijnbergen.
Mirage tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Van Wijnbergen was well out of range. Poor timing from Mirage.
Van Wijnbergen has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Mirage finds it's way round the side to connect with Van Wijnbergen's head.
Mirage on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
A lazy body kick from Van Wijnbergen
and Mirage connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Mirage with a jab.
Decent striking displayed by Mirage there.
Van Wijnbergen throws a shot from downtown. Mirage moves away and avoids it.
Mirage checks a leg kick.
Mirage appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Mirage scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Van Wijnbergen lands with a nice body punch.
A nice inside leg kick there by Mirage. That's going to slow Van Wijnbergen down.
Mirage throws a leg kick that misses.
Van Wijnbergen misses with a double jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alphonzo Mirage dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Van Wijnbergen misses with a wild body shot.
Mirage misses with a low kick as Van Wijnbergen jumps back.
Mirage cracks Van Wijnbergen with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Van Wijnbergen tries to bum rush Mirage with a series of wild strikes but Mirage uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Mirage misses with a body shot.
Mirage looks to score with a jab to the body but Van Wijnbergen is just out of range.
Van Wijnbergen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mirage was well out of range. Poor timing from Van Wijnbergen.
Van Wijnbergen getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Van Wijnbergen takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Van Wijnbergen lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Mirage throws a push kick but Van Wijnbergen slaps the foot to one side.
Van Wijnbergen 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Van Wijnbergen feints and then cracks Mirage's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Mirage down.
Good leg kick by Mirage there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Nice shot by Mirage.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Mirage checks a leg kick.
Mirage is looking to counter 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!
Van Wijnbergen explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
A shot to the body from Mirage misses
and Van Wijnbergen counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T1#
Mirage throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Van Wijnbergen stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Mirage misses with a low kick as Van Wijnbergen jumps back.
Mirage motions for Van Wijnbergen to come forward. Mirage throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Mirage misses with an attempted mid kick.
Van Wijnbergen looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Van Wijnbergen wants to slow Mirage down by chopping away at his legs.
Van Wijnbergen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Mirage throwing a counter right hand but Van Wijnbergen manages to avoid it.
Mirage throws a nice inside leg kick.
Van Wijnbergen with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Van Wijnbergen misses the shot to the body.
Van Wijnbergen moves out of range as Mirage throws a body kick.
Mirage misses with an uppercut.
Mirage checks a leg kick.
Mirage chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Van Wijnbergen can pounce on him.
Mirage keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mirage scores with a leg kick.
Joels Van Wijnbergen has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Mirage scores with a kick to the midsection.
Van Wijnbergen has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Mirage.
Jab, jab by Van Wijnbergen - just one landing.
Mirage scores with a hook.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Van Wijnbergen is looking to score with low kicks.
A bone on bone clash there as Van Wijnbergen blocks the leg kick.
Van Wijnbergen takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Mirage throws a low kick, looking for Van Wijnbergen's leg but Van Wijnbergen calmly moves out of range.
Van Wijnbergen throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Mirage is looking to counter punch.
Mirage changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Van Wijnbergen looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Van Wijnbergen tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Mirage takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Van Wijnbergen checks a leg kick nicely.
Van Wijnbergen is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Mirage ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Mirage thows a body kick. Van Wijnbergen tries to catch it but that hurt him.
A slow jab from Mirage misses its intended target.
Mirage sizes up Van Wijnbergen with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #T3#
Mirage scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Van Wijnbergen connects with a body shot.
Mirage moves out of range as Van Wijnbergen strikes.
Mirage misses with a kick to the body.
Van Wijnbergen fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Van Wijnbergen misses with a straight left.
A counter left hand to the body from Mirage misses its target.
Mirage moves into range and connects with a jab.
Mirage avoids the head kick by Van Wijnbergen.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Mirage. Van Wijnbergen shrugs it off though.
The fighters circling - Van Wijnbergen throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Mirage connects with an inside leg kick.
Mirage throws a quick inside leg kick.
Mirage throws a body shot but no joy.
Van Wijnbergen gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Mirage.
Mirage feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Van Wijnbergen's calf.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mirage throws the kick towards the body but Van Wijnbergen avoids it.#T4#
Van Wijnbergen punishes Mirage's body with a nice straight punch.
Van Wijnbergen lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
A head kick misses from Mirage.
Van Wijnbergen takes one to the side of the head.
Mirage lands a nice shot that snaps Van Wijnbergen's head back.
Van Wijnbergen throws a lazy right hand but Mirage sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Mirage slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Van Wijnbergen.
Mirage with a jab.
Mirage scores with a sloppy right hand. Van Wijnbergen should have avoided that one.
Van Wijnbergen tries to land a leg kick but Mirage saw it coming and moves away.
Mirage jabbing away but nothing is landing.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Van Wijnbergen fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Mirage is out of range.
Mirage takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Mirage works the jab nicely.
Alphonzo Mirage is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
An inside leg kick lands from Mirage.

And that's the end of the fight!
Alphonzo Mirage showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Mirage 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 Phil Schofield scores the fight 30:27
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 30:27
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alphonzo Mirage!

An out of breath Alphonzo Mirage thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: PFC 108 Mirage vs Soszynski     
Date:   Jun 02, 2019
#R1#
Soszynski scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Mirage throws out a loose jab but Soszynski uses good head movement to avoid it.
Soszynski missing with a left hand there. Mirage was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Mirage moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Soszynski stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Mirage.
Mirage lands a jab to the head. #CUT#
It looks like Krystian Soszynski has been cut.
Soszynski uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mirage.
Mirage throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Soszynski lands a jab to the nose.
We've been informed that Soszynski 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.
Soszynski lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Mirage misses with a lunging right hand
and Soszynski counters with a nice uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mirage throws a shot from downtown. Soszynski moves away and avoids it.
A head kick misses from Mirage.
A nice inside leg kick there by Soszynski. That's going to slow Mirage down.
Soszynski bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Soszynski avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T1#
Mirage misses with a hook
letting Soszynski counter with a right hand.
A solid leg kick lands there for Soszynski.
Soszynski checks the leg kick nicely there.
Mirage throws a shot to the body.
Soszynski tries to move into range but Mirage moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Mirage feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Soszynski's calf.
A nice inside leg kick there by Mirage. That's going to slow Soszynski down.
Mirage scores with a body shot.
Mirage throws out a powerful jab.
Mirage misses with a wild body shot.
A leg kick checked by Soszynski.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Soszynski walks into a stiff left hand from Mirage.
Mirage works the jab nicely.#T2#
A low kick from Mirage misses #KD2#
and Soszynski counters with a crisp one two that drops Mirage! Soszynski thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Mirage to his feet! Mirage is in big trouble!
A telegraphed right hand from Soszynski misses the target.
Soszynski takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Mirage misses with a left hand
and Soszynski makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Soszynski keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mirage throws a leg kick
and Soszynski cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Mirage throws a lazy right hand but Soszynski sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Soszynski scores with a body shot.
Soszynski misses the shot to the body.
Soszynski avoids the body shot from Mirage.
Mirage throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Mirage tries to land a body kick
letting Soszynski counter with a right hand.
Mirage swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T3#
Soszynski moves out of range of the strikes.
Mirage uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Soszynski.
Mirage waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Soszynski.
Mirage throws a lazy uppercut
and Soszynski counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Soszynski on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Mirage throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Soszynski moves away from the strike by Mirage.
Soszynski only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Nice body punch from Mirage.
A jab from Mirage misses.
Mirage just misses with a punch to the body.
A left lands for Mirage.
A lazy left from Soszynski finds it's target.#T4#
Soszynski ducks down and throws a hook 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!
Mirage misses with a right hand #KD2#
and Soszynski counters with a nice right hand that sends Mirage toppling to the canvas! Mirage scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Soszynski finish him?!#ROC2#
Mirage is rocked!
Mirage is aggressively charging in as Soszynski backs up avoiding any damage. Soszynski tosses out a jab and Mirage runs right into it face first! Mirage is out cold! Soszynski dropped down on all fours and is barking in Mirage's face like a pit bull in celebration until the ref was finally able to pull him away!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:15 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Krystian Soszynski!
Krystian Soszynski is the new light heavyweight champion!
Krystian Soszynski thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: PFC 103 Mirage vs Lafitte     
Date:   May 04, 2019
#R1#
Lafitte misses with a body shot.
Mirage has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Lafitte is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Mirage avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Lafitte takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
A jab from Mirage misses.
Mirage avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Lafitte blocks the body kick.
Mirage pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Mirage takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Mirage loads up on a big right hand but Lafitte slips the punch.
We've been told by Lafitte's head coaches at Brazilian Elite Team that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Mirage swats away the attempt to clinch by Lafitte.
Lafitte tries to clinch but Mirage is having none of it.
Decent striking displayed by Lafitte there.
Lafitte slips under a jab from Mirage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mirage shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
A jab lands there for Mirage.#CUT2#
It looks like Henri Lafitte has been cut.
Mirage connects with a single shot there.#ROC2#
Lafitte is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mirage throws a pinpoint strike between Lafitte's hands that connects right on the jaw and sends Lafitte crashing to the floor! He's out before he even hits the mat and Mirage scores a great knockout victory!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Alphonzo Mirage! Alphonzo Mirage retains his light heavyweight title!
During a confident post fight interview, Alphonzo Mirage thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: PFC 97 Mirage vs Kitano     
Date:   Apr 06, 2019
#R1#
A punch lands to the side of Mirage 's head but he takes it in his stride.#CL2#
Kitano has Mirage up against the cage in a clinch.
Mirage goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A right handed body shot lands from Mirage.
Mirage scores with a shot to the side of Kitano's head. #BC#
Mirage's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kitano pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Mirage scores with a decent looking hook.#CUT#
It looks like Sendou Kitano has been cut.
Mirage misses with a hook.
Kitano doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Kitano throws a series of punches but Mirage avoids them all with ease.
Kitano fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Mirage.#KD#
Mirage feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Kitano sprawling to the canvas! Kitano rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Mirage finish him?! #ROC#
Kitano is rocked!
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!
Mirage misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kitano is still on wobbly legs! Can Mirage finish him?
Kitano feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Mirage's calf.
Mirage lands hard precision jab right on the jaw that stiffens Kitano up and sends him tumbling to the mat! The ref grabs Mirage from behind before he can pounce. Some folks in the crowd didn't like that stoppage, but I saw Kitano's eyes roll way back in his head, he was done.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Alphonzo Mirage!
Alphonzo Mirage retains his light heavyweight title!
A victorious Alphonzo Mirage thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

 

Event: PFC 92 Semenko vs Mirage     
Date:   Mar 09, 2019
#R1#
Semenko looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Mirage is looking to counter punch.
A nice leg kick lands there from Semenko.
Alphonzo Mirage seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mirage throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Semenko lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Mirage misses with a leg kick
and Semenko counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Semenko punishes Mirage's body with a nice straight punch.
Semenko looks to land a right hand but Mirage moved out of range.
Semenko uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mirage.
Mirage misses with the body kick
and Semenko counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Mirage throws a half hearted mid kick.
That kick from Semenko tenderised Mirage's leg. Mirage is trying to keep his angry face on.
Semenko avoids the head kick by Mirage.
Semenko moves away from the strike by Mirage.
Semenko connects with a leg kick. Mirage looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mirage moves out of range as Semenko strikes.
Semenko explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Mirage throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Semenko counters with a slapping leg kick.
Mirage fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Semenko manages to avoid it.#T1#
Semenko pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Mirage is looking to counter punch.
Semenko throws a head kick that Mirage semi-blocks.
Semenko tries to clinch up but Mirage circles away and keeps his distance.
Mirage throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Mirage lands a slapping body shot.
That kick from Mirage tenderised Semenko's leg. Semenko is trying to keep his angry face on.
Semenko keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Mirage.
Mirage jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Semenko 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 Semenko.
Mirage lands a lovely overhand right.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Mirage.
Semenko lands a nice hook to Mirage's body. Mirage takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mirage uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Semenko.
Mirage blocks a head kick by Semenko.
Semenko throws a right hand that misses #CL#
and Mirage counters by moving into the clinch. #T2#
A short right from Mirage on the inside.
Mirage tries to work over Semenko's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Semenko struggles to land a body shot inside as Mirage controls his hands.
Mirage tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Semenko's elbow.
Mirage tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Semenko lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Mirage or not.
Mirage tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Mirage digs a right hand into Semenko's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Semenko's gas tank.
Semenko tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Mirage avoids it.
Mirage misses with a punch to the body.
Mirage blocks an uppercut.
Good body shot from Mirage.
A short uppercut from Mirage.
Mirage tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Mirage is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Semenko misses with a short punch on the inside. #T3#
Mirage tries to work over Semenko's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Mirage pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Semenko lands a hook that snaps the head of Mirage backwards.
Mirage presses Semenko against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Semenko scores with a shoulder strike.
Semenko tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Semenko.
Mirage misses with a body punch.
Mirage can't find room to land a body shot as Semenko controls the action.
Semenko lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Semenko blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Semenko trying to land knees to the body.
Semenko lands with a right to the head.
Mirage swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Mirage misses with a hook to the ribs.
Semenko throws a head punch that misses. #T4#
A right hook to the body lands for Semenko.
A bit of stalling here from Mirage.
Mirage swings wildly with an uppercut but Semenko uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mirage blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Semenko lands a hook to the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Semenko with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Semenko misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Mirage. #BC#
Mirage's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Mirage's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Semenko connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Mirage scrambles back to his feet.
Mirage uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Semenko.
Mirage throwing a counter right hand but Semenko manages to avoid it.
Mirage thows a left - swing and a miss!
Semenko replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Mirage blocks it well.
Semenko throws a hook to the side of Mirage's head but Mirage sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A bone on bone clash there as Mirage blocks the leg kick.
Semenko lands with a thumping leg kick.
Mirage throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Semenko throws a hook but Mirage avoids it easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dave Semenko 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#
Mirage misses with a head kick.
Mirage moves out of range as Semenko throws a body kick.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Mirage. Semenko shrugs it off though.
Mirage throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Dave Semenko seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Semenko moves out of range as Mirage throws a body kick.
Mirage throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Semenko counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Mirage looks to throw the jab but Semenko is out of range.
Semenko steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Nice shot by Mirage.
Nice cross by Semenko.
Mirage has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Mirage avoids the body shot from Semenko.
Semenko tests Mirage's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Semenko throws a lazy right hand but Mirage sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Semenko has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Mirage avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Semenko feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Mirage's calf.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Semenko looks to land a right hand but Mirage moved out of range.
Mirage pushes Semenko away with a front kick.#T1#
Semenko on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Semenko connects with a leg kick. Mirage looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Semenko scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Mirage is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Mirage connects with a good right hand that stumbles Semenko. Semenko circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
A solid leg kick lands there for Mirage.
Semenko dips to his left and cracks Mirage with an uppercut!
Mirage takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Semenko connects with a body shot.
Semenko misses the jab.
It appears Mirage was looking to counter with a kick there.
Mirage throws a body kick that misses
and Semenko counters with a leg kick.
Semenko lands a head kick. Mirage smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mirage connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Semenko's hands.
Semenko looks for the body kick but Mirage saw that one coming.
Mirage misses with a straight left.
Mirage tries to score with a low kick but Semenko moves his leg out of the way.
Mirage looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#T2#
A chopping leg kick lands by Semenko.
Semenko cracks Mirage with an open hand slap.
Semenko swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Mirage throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Jab from Mirage.
Mirage chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Semenko lands with a kick to the temple. Mirage shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Mirage plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Semenko gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Mirage scoring well with a low kick there.
Nice body kick there by Mirage.
Semenko uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mirage.
Mirage throws a low kick but Semenko avoids it.
Mirage lands with a kick to the ribs.
Semenko is breathing heavily.
Mirage fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#T3#
Semenko lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Semenko uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Mirage.
Semenko on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Semenko moves out of range of the body kick.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Mirage, as that shot connected. #ROC#
Semenko is rocked!
A slow jab from Mirage misses its intended target.
Semenko is still on wobbly legs! Can Mirage finish him?
Semenko on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Mirage. Mirage obviously looking to wear him down.
Mirage pounces like a tiger and cracks Semenko with a vicious hook! Semenko is down but not out! Mirage follows up with more strikes forcing the ref to jump in and stop it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:30 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Alphonzo Mirage!
Alphonzo Mirage is the new light heavyweight champion!
A very excited looking Alphonzo Mirage 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: PFC 86 Semenko vs Gray     
Date:   Feb 02, 2019
#R1#
Parade blocks the body kick.
Parade appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Mirage throws a hook to the side of Parade's head but Parade sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Mirage throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Parade throws a big counter head kick but Mirage avoids it with no problem.#CL#
Mirage closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Parade lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Mirage or not.
Mirage blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Parade blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Mirage tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Parade's elbow.
A head punch on the inside from Mirage fails to land.
Mirage lands a left hand. #CUT#
It looks like Rage Parade has been cut.
A right hand to the body from Mirage.
Parade struggles to land a body shot inside as Mirage controls his hands.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Mirage manages to break the clinch.
Parade misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Mirage keeps Parade at a distance using the push kick.
Alphonzo Mirage seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mirage ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Parade moves away.
Parade only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Parade misses with an uppercut. Mirage saw that one coming.#T1#
Mirage throws a nice outside leg kick.
Mirage throws a body shot but no joy.
Mirage throws a leg kick but Parade moved away.
Parade avoids the head kick by Mirage.
Mirage throws a wild body kick that Parade sees coming a mile off.
Mirage connects with an inside leg kick.
Parade avoids a low kick by using good footwork.#CL#
Mirage drives through and clinches with Parade against the cage.
Parade dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Parade scores with a nice hook to the head.
Parade is trying to maintain a safe position but Mirage gets an underhook and turns Parade into the cage.
Mirage fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Parade can't find room to land a body shot as Mirage controls the action. #T2#
Mirage throws a head punch that misses.
Good body shot from Mirage.
Parade tries a body shot but Mirage blocks it.
Parade is pushing Mirage up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Parade misses with a hook from the clinch.
Parade lands a right hand that snaps the head of Mirage backwards.
Parade tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Mirage's elbow.
I was talking to Mirage's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Parade lands a right hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mirage misses with a body punch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Mirage.
Parade misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Mirage prevents a body shot from Parade.
Parade misses with a short punch on the inside.
Parade tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Parade struggles to land a body shot inside as Mirage controls his hands.
Mirage lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Parade has a couple of punches blocked by Mirage.
Mirage fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T3#
Parade is pushing Mirage up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Mirage working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#BC#
Mirage breaks from the clinch.
Mirage chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A bone on bone clash there as Mirage blocks the leg kick.
Mirage throws a body shot but no joy.
Mirage throws a solid leg kick but Parade takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Mirage.
Mirage uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Parade tries to clinch up but Mirage circles away and keeps his distance.
Parade takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Mirage misses with a double jab.
Parade has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Parade there as he acknowledges the shot.#T4#
Mirage fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Parade is out of range.
Parade uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Mirage.
Parade fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Parade looks for the body kick but Mirage saw that one coming.
Parade avoids the body shot from Mirage.
Parade throws a lazy uppercut
and Mirage counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Parade misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Mirage pivots, looking for a leg kick but Parade is out of range and Mirage settles back down.
Parade wants to counter the offense by Mirage and move into the clinch position.
Parade tries to land a leg kick but Mirage saw it coming and moves away.
Parade blocks the body kick.
Parade counters with a body kick.
Mirage fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Mirage swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Mirage looks to throw a body kick
and Parade counters with a leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alphonzo Mirage dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Rage Parade's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Mirage blocks a head kick by Parade.
Mirage throws a body kick that misses.
Mirage goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Mirage fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Parade looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Parade uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mirage.
Mirage lands a nice looking kick to the body. Parade takes a step back to recover.
Mirage misses with a two punch combination.
Parade tries to counter with a clinch but Mirage shakes him off and moves away.
Mirage takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Parade 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.
Mirage's jab looks to have found its range, popping Parade under the eye.
Parade has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Mirage finds it's way round the side to connect with Parade's head.
Parade has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Mirage.
Mirage lands a nice looking body kick.#T1#
Mirage catches Parade with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Mirage looks for the body kick but Parade saw that one coming.
Mirage attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Mirage throws a low kick but Parade avoids it.
Parade throws a counter combo.
Mirage delivers a nice body kick.
Parade has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Mirage.
Parade looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Parade misses with a lunging right hand
and Mirage counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Mirage uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Mirage misses with a straight left.
Mirage connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Mirage misses with a body shot. #T2#
Mirage explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Mirage lands a glancing blow to the side of Parade's head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mirage connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Parade's hands.#ROC#
Parade is rocked!#CUT#
That has opened up Rage Parade's cut even more.
Mirage throws a push kick but Parade slaps the foot to one side.
Parade is still on wobbly legs! Can Mirage finish him?
Good standup being displayed there by Mirage as he connects with a hook.
Mirage with a jab.
Mirage drops a shoulder and throws an uppercut that cracks Parade right on the button. Parade goes down! Mirage follows him to the mat and finishes the job with more strikes! Mirage gets the win via TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:40 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Alphonzo Mirage!
After winning the bout, Alphonzo Mirage thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: PFC 81 Andreev vs Antonio     
Date:   Dec 29, 2018
#R1#
Mirage tries to land a front kick but Bennet steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Mirage attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Mirage pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Bennet steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Mirage. That one must have hurt.
Bennet looks to score with a jab to the body but Mirage is just out of range.
Bennet throws the kick towards the body but Mirage avoids it.
Mirage moves out of range of the strikes.
Mirage steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bennet.
Mirage walks into a straight right hand from Bennet.
Mirage throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Mirage just misses with a punch to the body.
Mirage lands with a good body shot.
Mirage misses with a head kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bennet throws a leg kick but Mirage moved away.
Mirage misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bennet.
Mirage throws a hook but Bennet avoids it easily.
Bennet lands with a good body shot.
Mirage swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bennet throws a lazy right hand but Mirage sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T1##CL#
Bennet darts in and clinches Mirage up against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Mirage.
Mirage gets through Bennet's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Mirage lands a right hand.
A short right from Mirage. #CUT2#
It looks like Michael Bennet has been cut.
Bennet tries to throw a body punch but Mirage avoids it by throwing Bennet back against the cage. #BC#
Bennet breaks the clinch.
Mirage connects with a nice looking jab.
Mirage scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Bennet bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Mirage's head backwards.
Mirage lets loose with a powerful body kick. Bennet will feel that in the morning.
Bennet looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Michael Bennet seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
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!
Mirage scores with a push kick.
Mirage throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bennet misses with a wild body shot.
Bennet avoids the body shot from Mirage.
Mirage looks for the body kick but Bennet saw that one coming.
Mirage misses with a shot to the body
and Bennet counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T2#
Bennet throws a body punch but Mirage moves out of range.
Bennet throws out a powerful jab.
Mirage lands a nice shot to the body. #CL2#
Mirage drives through and clinches with Bennet against the cage.
Bennet misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Mirage lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Bennet swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Mirage misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bennet blocks an uppercut. #BC#
Bennet breaks the clinch.
Bennet throws a quick inside leg kick.
Bennet lands a nice hook to Mirage's body. Mirage takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Bennet misses with a low kick.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Mirage. Bennet shrugs it off though.
Mirage lands a leg kick that knocks Bennet off balance momentarily.
Mirage misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bennet.
Bennet moves out of range of the leg kick from Mirage.
Mirage swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Bennet counters with a right hand to the body. #T3#
Mirage cracks a nice hook into Bennet's ribs.
Mirage looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Bennet walks into a left hand.
Bennet takes one to the chin there.
Mirage misses the shot to the body.
Bennet swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bennet looks to land a body kick but Mirage moved away.
Mirage takes a swing at Bennet's ribcage but misses.
Bennet bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Mirage lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Mirage throws a leg kick but Bennet checks it.
Bennet checks a low kick from Mirage.
Bennet moves out of range as Mirage strikes.
Bennet missing with a left hand there. Mirage was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bennet throws a body kick that misses.
Bennet throws a lazy right hand but Mirage sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T4#
Mirage delivers a nice body kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mirage misses with a lunging right hand
and Bennet counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bennet lets loose with a powerful body kick. Mirage will feel that in the morning.
Bennet slips under a jab from Mirage.
Mirage moves out of range of the strikes.
Bennet misses with an uppercut. Mirage saw that one coming.
Bennet will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Mirage tried to score with a low kick but Bennet checks it.
Bennet throws a jab when Mirage was well out of range.
Bennet dodges the punch combination from Mirage.
Mirage looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Mirage takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Mirage misses with a body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mirage looks to land a body kick but Bennet moved away.
Mirage moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
A slow jab from Mirage misses its intended target.
Bennet was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Mirage just misses with a punch to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alphonzo Mirage dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Michael Bennet'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#
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Mirage crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Bennet - the referee stops the clock and Mirage gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Bennet. Mirage manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Bennet comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#CL2#
Mirage has managed to clinch.
Bennet tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Mirage's elbow.
Bennet can't find room to land a body shot as Mirage controls the action.
Bennet struggles to land a body shot inside as Mirage controls his hands.
Bennet tries to throw a body punch but Mirage avoids it by throwing Bennet back against the cage.
Mirage lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Bennet.
Bennet can't break the clinch.
Bennet swings wildly with an uppercut but Mirage uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mirage scores with a hook to the body.
Bennet is trying to force a seperation but Mirage has the dominant position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mirage misses with a punch on the inside.
Mirage blocks a body shot from Bennet.
Bennet swings wildly with an uppercut but Mirage uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bennet tries to work over Mirage's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Mirage misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC2#
Mirage breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T1#
Bennet tries to land a body kick
and Mirage counters with a good low kick that Bennet was not able to check.
Mirage is looking to slow Bennet down with leg kicks.
A chopping leg kick lands by Bennet.
Bennet throws a jab when Mirage was well out of range.
Mirage only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Bennet avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Bennet jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Bennet lands with a good body shot.
Mirage throws a body kick that misses.
Mirage misses with a body shot.
Mirage with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Bennet scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Bennet lands a jab to the nose.
A nice inside leg kick there by Mirage. That's going to slow Bennet down.
Bennet takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bennet scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Mirage doesn't seem bothered though.
Bennet checks the leg kick.#T2#
Bennet throws a body punch but Mirage moves out of range.
Bennet tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mirage was well out of range. Poor timing from Bennet.
Mirage pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Mirage tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bennet was well out of range. Poor timing from Mirage.
Bennet connects with a body shot.
Mirage tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bennet was well out of range. Poor timing from Mirage.
Bennet moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#CUT2#
Michael Bennet's cut is getting worse.
Bennet tries to clinch there but Mirage circles away.
Bennet connects with a body shot.
Mirage dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Mirage throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bennet throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Alphonzo Mirage seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bennet paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Bennet takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Mirage.
Mirage has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A looping hook to the body misses from Mirage. Bennet does a little dance to reset his feet.
Mirage throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T3#
Mirage misses with a body kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Mirage. Bennet does a little dance to reset his feet.
A jab lands there for Bennet.
Mirage bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Bennet's head backwards.
Mirage throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bennet throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Mirage on the side of the head.
Bennet misses with a straight left.
Bennet keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bennet is looking to counter punch.
Mirage misses with a wild body shot.
Bennet misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mirage.
Mirage follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Bennet lands a leg kick that knocks Mirage off balance momentarily.
Mirage takes a swing at Bennet's ribcage but misses.
Mirage throws a lazy head kick
and Bennet makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Bennet misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mirage.
Mirage throws a lazy right hand but Bennet sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T4#
Mirage misses with an attempted mid kick.
Mirage ducks under a wild hook from Bennet.
Mirage flicks out a counter leg kick but Bennet steps away.
Mirage takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
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!
Bennet fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mirage manages to avoid it.
Mirage doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Mirage is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Bennet rather than just go for the knockout.
Mirage scores with a jab to the jaw.
Bennet lands with a cross.
Mirage moves out of range as Bennet throws a body kick.
Mirage doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Mirage misses with an attempted mid kick.
Bennet throws a predictable looking body shot
and Bennet takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Mirage throws a body punch but Bennet moves out of range.
It looks like Bennet has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Mirage throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Mirage uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bennet.
A little jabbing left from Mirage on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A cross from Mirage lands.
Bennet checks the leg kick nicely there.
Bennet on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Bennet lands a head kick. Mirage smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Alphonzo Mirage will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Michael Bennet'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!
#R3#
Bennet has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Mirage.
Mirage misses the shot to the body.
Bennet misses with a straight left.
Bennet misses with a jab to the body
and Mirage counters with a three punch combo that has Bennet backing up. Bennet nods at Mirage to acknowledge the strikes.
Bennet shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Mirage looks to land a right hand but Bennet moved out of range.
Mirage with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Bennet to score with a decent uppercut.
Mirage takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Bennet lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Mirage at a distance.
Bennet ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mirage moves away.
Mirage ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bennet avoids the body shot from Mirage.
Mirage thows a body kick. Bennet tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Mirage throws a body shot but no joy.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mirage wants to clinch.#T1#
Mirage misses with a low kick.
Good leg kick by Bennet there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Bennet walks into a stiff left hand from Mirage.
Bennet connects with the punch.
Mirage goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
A counter left hand to the body from Bennet misses its target.
Mirage takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Bennet - that will leave a mark!
Mirage avoids the body shot from Bennet.
Jab by Bennet.
Mirage fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Bennet has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Mirage has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Mirage is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bennet.
Bennet swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Mirage misses with a hook. Bennet ducked under it nicely.
Mirage gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Bennet.
Bennet looks to land a body kick but Mirage moved away.
Mirage misses with a body shot.
Michael Bennet 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!
Mirage steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bennet.
Mirage staying out of range there.
Bennet moves in looking to clinch but Mirage pushes him off.
Bennet fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Mirage has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Bennet throws out a loose jab but Mirage uses good head movement to avoid it.
A telegraphed right hand from Mirage misses the target.
A quick step to the side and Bennet tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bennet misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Mirage cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Mirage thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bennet checks the leg kick.
Mirage takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Bennet moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Bennet throws a lazy uppercut
and Mirage connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT2#
Michael Bennet's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Bennet uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mirage.
Bennet swings widly with a right hand
enabling Mirage to counter with a crisp jab.
Mirage throws a hook but Bennet avoids it easily.
A nice leg kick lands there from Mirage. #T3#
Mirage throws a body punch but Bennet moves out of range.
Mirage just misses with a punch to the body.
Mirage misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bennet.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Bennet - that will leave a mark!
Mirage takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Mirage takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Bennet throws a body punch but Mirage moves out of range.
Bennet connects with a nice looking jab.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Mirage.
Bennet blocks the body kick.
Bennet swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A jab from Bennet misses.
Mirage misses the shot to the body. #CL2#
Mirage instigates a clinch.
Mirage scores with a nice hook to the head.
Mirage wants to stall.
Mirage manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment. #T4#
Bennet misses with the head strike.
Alphonzo Mirage seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Bennet creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A nice left hand lands by Bennet.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bennet goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bennet doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Bennet lands a left hand.
Mirage misses with the head strike.
Mirage tries to work over Bennet's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC#
Bennet breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Mirage cracks the inside of Bennet's front leg.
Mirage takes one to the side of the head.
Bennet just misses with a punch to the body.
Bennet throws a hook but Mirage avoids it easily.
Alphonzo Mirage is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Mirage uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bennet.

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 Michael Bennet.
Well Mirage 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 Ren Mimura scores the fight 28:29
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 28:29
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alphonzo Mirage!

An out of breath Alphonzo Mirage thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: PFC 76 Alzheimer vs Jorma     
Date:   Dec 01, 2018
#R1#
Mayhem tries to close the distance and clinch but Mirage swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Mirage uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mayhem.
Mirage scores with a jab.
Mayhem is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Mayhem fails in his attempt to clinch.
A thudding body kick lands there by Mirage!
Mirage jabs at Mayhem's body.
Mayhem is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Mayhem shoots in for a takedown but Mirage shows good takedown defense.
Mayhem displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Mayhem misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mirage.
A thudding body kick lands there by Mirage!
Mayhem misses with a wild body shot.
Mirage's corner calls for a 1-2. Mirage obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Bryan Mayhem 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.
Mirage thows a body kick. Mayhem tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Mayhem misses with a takedown
and Mayhem takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T1#
Mayhem throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Mirage's waist but Mirage gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Mayhem off to one side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bryan Mayhem. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Mirage gets caught flat footed, as Mayhem shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Mayhem won't allow Mirage to sweep him here.
Mirage wants to hit a switch here but Mayhem passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Mirage there!
Mayhem wants to control the pace but Mirage is squirming around nicely.
Mirage tries to lock up and control but Mayhem gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Mirage avoids a series of strikes thrown by Mayhem.
Mayhem lands a big shot there that rocks Mirage but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Mayhem throwing shots from mount but they're not landing. #T2#
Mirage tries to lock up and control but Mayhem gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Mirage bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mayhem is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Mayhem is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Mirage stays in close to Mayhem's body and controls the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mayhem is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T3#
Mayhem tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Mayhem has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Mirage has passed into side control.
Mayhem is looking to reverse the position.
Mayhem is working hard here to advance position.
Mayhem is trying to control Mirage's posture but Mirage avoids it. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Mirage is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Mayhem struggling a bit here.
Mayhem pushes Mirage away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Mirage gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Mirage is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Mayhem might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Mayhem is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Mayhem fails in his attempt to clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alphonzo Mirage dominated that round.
That's time! Mayhem's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Mirage lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#TD#
Mayhem closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Mirage blocking the ground and pound attempt from Mayhem.
Mayhem missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #SUB#
Mayhem is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Mirage defends it well.
Mayhem trying to control the action but Mirage is working from the bottom.
Mayhem throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mayhem looks to land a strike but Mirage avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Mirage looking to hit a scissor sweep but Mayhem is one step ahead there.
Mayhem is working Mirage over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #T1#
Mirage not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Mayhem is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Mayhem in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Mayhem being controlled here momentarily.
Mayhem looking to sit in guard and control but Mirage gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Mirage is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Mirage preventing the sweep.
Bryan Mayhem overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Mirage not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Mayhem is trying to keep Mirage in close.
Mirage seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Mayhem trying to control the position here.
Mayhem wants to stand up but Mirage is controlling him. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Mayhem tries to clinch there but Mirage circles away.
Mirage looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T3#
The fight stays on the outside here - Mayhem looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Mayhem takes a swing at Mirage's ribcage but misses.
Mayhem takes a swing at Mirage's ribcage but misses.
Mayhem on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Mayhem takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Mayhem takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Mayhem tries for a takedown but Mirage sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Mirage throws a wild body kick that Mayhem sees coming a mile off.#TD#
Mayhem closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Mirage did well to prevent Mayhem getting side control.
Mayhem wants to lay and pray for a moment but Mirage keeps working.
Mirage trying to hold on to Mayhem's head to control him but Mayhem postures up.
Mayhem working Mirage over with strikes. #T4#
Mirage is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Mirage gets back to full guard.
Mirage keeping moving, preventing Mayhem from controlling successfully.
Mirage pulls Mayhem in close to prevent any damage.
Mayhem scoring with some ground and pound.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Mayhem works a leg free and moves into half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mayhem is thwarting Mirage's attempts to control the position.
Mayhem throws a strike but Mirage avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Alphonzo Mirage will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Mirage misses with a body kick.
Mayhem shoots in but no luck this time.
Decent striking displayed by Mayhem there.
Mirage is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Mirage - that will leave a mark!
Mayhem takes one to the chin there.
Mirage takes a swing at Mayhem's ribcage but misses.
Mayhem takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Mayhem tries to clinch
and Mirage counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Mirage enables Mayhem to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Mirage manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Mirage seems keen to control Mayhem's posture.
Mayhem is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
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!
Mayhem loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T1#
Mayhem preventing the sweep.
Mirage is trying to control the position but Mayhem postures up.
Mayhem looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Mirage tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Mirage trying to control the position here. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Mayhem fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Mirage is out of range.
Mayhem avoids the body shot from Mirage. #TD#
Mayhem scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Mayhem looking to control but instead Mirage has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Mayhem is keen to just control but Mirage is a slippery customer.#T2#
Mayhem prevents Mirage from improving his position.
Mayhem throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Mayhem is looking to stall here but Mirage recovers full guard.
Mayhem throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Mirage has control of Mayhem's left arm, preventing Mayhem from doing any damage.
Mirage is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Mayhem scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#T3#
Mayhem throwing strikes but missing.
Mayhem slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Mayhem throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Mirage works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Mirage keeping moving, preventing Mayhem from controlling successfully.
Mayhem working some strikes from top position.
Mirage looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Mayhem with a flurry of punches that miss.
Mirage is adopting a defensive guard.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Mirage looks to land a left hand but Mayhem moved out of range nicely.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Mirage misses with a low kick.
Mirage misses with a wild body shot. #CL#
Mayhem clinches up against the cage.
Mayhem throws a head punch that misses.
Mirage is working Mayhem over against the cage.
Mayhem throws a punch but it's blocked by Mirage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mayhem.
Mirage tries a body shot but Mayhem blocks it.
Mirage tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Mirage tries to throw a body punch but Mayhem avoids it by throwing Mirage back against the cage.
Mirage has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Mayhem swings wildly with an uppercut but Mirage uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mirage can't find room to land a body shot as Mayhem controls the action.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Mirage.
A short right from Mirage.
Mirage tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Bryan Mayhem has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Alphonzo Mirage is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Mirage blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short body shot lands from Mirage as the two fighters clinch.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Alphonzo Mirage.
I've got Mirage 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 Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alphonzo Mirage!

A relieved looking Alphonzo Mirage 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: PFC 72 Stein vs Mookjai     
Date:   Nov 03, 2018
#R1#
Mirage scores with a jab to the head. #CUT2#
It looks like Dalibor Drahomir has been cut.
Drahomir is looking to chop away at Mirage's legs.
A shot to the body from Mirage misses
and Mirage takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Mirage throws the kick towards the body but Drahomir avoids it.
Mirage scores with a shot to the body.
Mirage throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Drahomir counters with a nice leg kick.
Drahomir throws a leg kick but Mirage moved away.
Drahomir has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Fist of Fury Training Center in the buildup to the fight.
Drahomir scores with a nice strike.
Drahomir scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Mirage doesn't seem bothered though.
A shot to the liver by Mirage. Beautiful body shot.
Drahomir takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Drahomir dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Mirage. That did some damage!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Drahomir lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Mirage fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Drahomir.
Mirage throws a quick inside leg kick.
Mirage connects with a jab.
Drahomir's jab looks to have found its range, popping Mirage under the eye.
Drahomir scores with a leg kick. #T1#
A lazy body kick from Drahomir
and Mirage makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Drahomir really felt that one!
Mirage throws a jab when Drahomir was well out of range.
Drahomir clobbers Mirage with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Mirage tries a low kick but Drahomir avoids it.
Drahomir attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Mirage throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Mirage lands with a hook. Drahomir tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Drahomir scores with a body shot.
Drahomir throws a shot from downtown. Mirage moves away and avoids it.
Mirage throws a half hearted mid kick.
Drahomir with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Mirage misses with a looping left.
Mirage tries to score with a low kick but Drahomir moves his leg out of the way.
Mirage misses the shot to the body.
Drahomir fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mirage manages to avoid it.#T2#
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Drahomir 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 Mirage has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Mirage and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Drahomir takes a jab right on the kisser.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Drahomir moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Drahomir.
Drahomir lands an overhand right.
Drahomir throws a hook to the side of Mirage's head but Mirage sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Drahomir waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Mirage.
Drahomir takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
The fighters circling - Drahomir throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Drahomir avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Mirage uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Drahomir.
A countering left hand to the body from Mirage misses.
Mirage jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Mirage misses with a kick to the body.
Mirage defending well as Drahomir loads up on a big left hand.
Mirage throws a jab when Drahomir was well out of range.
Mirage with a body punch. A glancing blow. #T3#
Drahomir with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
A shot to the liver by Drahomir. Beautiful body shot.
Mirage throws out a loose jab but Drahomir uses good head movement to avoid it.
Drahomir swings for the body but Mirage moves out of range.
Mirage connects with a looping right hand.
Drahomir bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Mirage bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Nice body kick there by Drahomir.
Drahomir feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Mirages jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Mirage throws a series of punches but Drahomir moves out of range.
Drahomir throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Mirage punishes Drahomir's body with a nice straight punch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Drahomir pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Drahomir looks to land a body kick but Mirage moved away.
Drahomir backing away here, and Mirage unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Mirage misses with a right hand
and Drahomir cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T4#
Drahomir fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mirage manages to avoid it.
Nice body punch from Drahomir.
Drahomir looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Mirage throws a chopping leg kick but Drahomir manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Mirage throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
An inside leg kick lands from Drahomir.
Drahomir is looking to clinch but Mirage is avoiding it.
Drahomir is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Drahomir takes one to the chin there.
Mirage bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Drahomir takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Mirage throws the kick towards the body but Drahomir avoids it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Drahomir fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Drahomir misses with a head kick.
Drahomir is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Mirage.
Mirage misses with a leg 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 Dalibor Drahomir will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Dalibor Drahomir'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#
Mirage ducks under a wild hook from Drahomir.
A head kick misses from Drahomir.
Drahomir missing with a left hand there. Mirage was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Dalibor Drahomir is winning the standup battle so far.
Both fighters circling a little - Mirage finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Drahomir lands a head kick!
Drahomir moves out of range of the leg kick from Mirage.
Mirage throws a wild body kick that Drahomir sees coming a mile off.
Drahomir throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Mirage! But no joy.
Mirage fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Mirage thumps Drahomir with a low kick.
Drahomir doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mirage staying out of range there.
Mirage misses with a wild body shot.
Drahomir is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Mirage.
Mirage connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Mirage misses with a hook. Drahomir ducked under it nicely.
Drahomir lands the left hand.#T1#
Mirage throws a shot from downtown. Drahomir moves away and avoids it.
Drahomir misses with a hook.
Mirage now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Mirage goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Drahomir scoring well with a low kick there.
Mirage lands a jab to Drahomir's midsection.
Drahomir throws a body kick that misses
and Mirage counters with an inside leg kick.
Drahomir connects with a body shot.
Mirage throws a body kick that misses.
Mirage misses with an uppercut. Drahomir saw that one coming.
Mirage throws a low kick but Drahomir moves out of range easily.
It looked like Drahomir wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Mirage throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Drahomir throws a big shot that misses.
Drahomir tried to score with a low kick but Mirage checks it.
It seemed like Mirage was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Mirage lunges at Drahomir with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Drahomir's hand.
Drahomir takes a body punch but keeps moving. #T2#
A jab lands there for Drahomir.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Drahomir defending well as Mirage loads up on a big left hand.
Drahomir chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Mirage can pounce on him.
Mirage throws a leg kick that misses.
Mirage feints and then cracks Drahomir's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Drahomir down.
Mirage lands the left hand.#CUT2#
Dalibor Drahomir's cut is getting worse.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Drahomir crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Mirage - the referee stops the clock and Drahomir gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Mirage. Drahomir manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Mirage fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Drahomir manages to avoid it.
Drahomir looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Drahomir throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Mirage attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
A looping hook to the body misses from Drahomir. Mirage does a little dance to reset his feet.
A telegraphed right hand from Mirage misses the target.
Drahomir throws a body kick that misses. #T3#
Mirage on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Drahomir tries a low kick but Mirage avoids it.
Mirage works the jab nicely.
Mirage cracks Drahomir with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
An inside leg kick lands from Mirage.
Drahomir slips under a jab from Mirage.
Mirage keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Drahomir ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mirage moves away.
A jab from Mirage finds it's way through Drahomir's defenses.
Mirage throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Drahomir stuns Mirage with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Drahomir throws a chopping leg kick but Mirage manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Mirage! But no joy.
Drahomir misses with a low kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Mirage. That's going to slow Drahomir down.
Mirage's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Mirage keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T4#
Mirage scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Drahomir lands a lovely overhand right.
Mirage misses with a straight left.
Drahomir keeps Mirage at a distance using the push kick.
Drahomir moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
A swing and a miss from Mirage.
Mirage chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Mirage blocks a low kick nicely.
Drahomir swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Mirage counters with a good low kick that Drahomir was not able to check.
Drahomir moves out of range of the body kick from Mirage.
Drahomir has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Mirage.
Mirage throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Drahomir moves out of range of the body kick from Mirage.
Nice uppercut there from Drahomir.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alphonzo Mirage showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Dalibor Drahomir'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. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Mirage checks a low kick from Drahomir.
It seemed like Mirage was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Mirage lands the left hand.
Mirage takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Drahomir throws a body shot but no joy.
Mirage throws a head kick but Drahomir moves out of range.
Mirage will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Mirage misses with a hook. Drahomir ducked under it nicely.
Drahomir fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Drahomir looks to throw the jab but Mirage is out of range.
Drahomir scores with a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mirage slips a jab from Drahomir.
Drahomir throws the kick towards the body but Mirage avoids it.
Drahomir misses with a head kick.
Mirage throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Drahomir will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Mirage misses the target. #T1#
Mirage throws a leg kick that misses.
Mirage feints and then cracks Drahomir's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Drahomir down.
Mirage misses with a body kick.
Drahomir on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
A solid body kick from Mirage.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Drahomir ducks right into an uppercut from Mirage.
Mirage looks to throw the jab but Drahomir is out of range.
Mirage lands with a straight right. Drahomir didn't see that one coming.
Mirage pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Drahomir swings for the body but Mirage moves out of range.
Mirage throws a front kick aimed at Drahomir's knee but Drahomir avoids it well.
Mirage keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mirage scores with a kick to the body.
The fighters circling - Mirage throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T2#
Drahomir feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Mirage's calf.
Drahomir throws a head kick but Mirage moves out of range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Drahomir takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Mirage throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Drahomir stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Drahomir might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Mirage lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Drahomir takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Mirage looks to land a left hand but Drahomir moved out of range nicely.
The crowd cheers as Mirage lands an impressive looking overhand right. Drahomir doesn't seem phased though.#CUT2#
Dalibor Drahomir's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Mirage scores with a shot to the body.
Mirage misses with a leg kick
and Drahomir counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Mirage takes a swing at Drahomir's ribcage but misses.
Drahomir was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Mirage takes a jab right on the kisser.
Drahomir takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Drahomir throws a leg kick
and Mirage counters with a body kick that stops Drahomir in his tracks momentarily. #T3#
Mirage lands with an overhand left.
Drahomir swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Drahomir.
A nice inside leg kick there by Drahomir. That's going to slow Mirage down.
Mirage connects with a solid leg kick.
Mirage lunges at Drahomir with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Drahomir's hand.
Mirage swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Drahomir throws a body kick that misses.
Drahomir misses with a hook to the body
letting Mirage counter with a right hand.
Mirage plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Mirage misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Drahomir.
Mirage throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Drahomir throws a shot to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mirage checks a leg kick nicely.#T4#
Drahomir throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Mirage appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Mirage misses with an uppercut
and Drahomir connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Drahomir.
Drahomir throws a sloppy body shot
and Mirage counters with a low kick, right behind Drahomir 's knee.
Mirage misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Mirage stuns Drahomir with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Mirage walks into a jab.
Mirage misses with a body kick.
Drahomir throws a chopping leg kick but Mirage manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Mirage swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Mirage looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Mirage pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Drahomir thows a leg kick but Mirage checks it
and Mirage counters with a nice body kick.
Drahomir scores with a decent looking hook.
Drahomir on the wrong end of a kick to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
Alphonzo Mirage comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Mirage 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 28:29
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 28:29
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alphonzo Mirage!

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

 

Event: KOFC 123 - The Big Finale     
Date:   Sep 26, 2018
#R1#
Mirage scoring well with a low kick there.
Mirage moves out of range of the strikes.
Fungus with a nice cross.
Fungus lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Fungus loads up on a big right hand but Mirage slips the punch.
Some bone on bone action there as Fungus checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Fungus connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Mirage's hands.#CL#
Fungus takes the fight into the clinch.
A right hook to the body lands for Mirage.
Mirage scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Mirage misses with the head strike.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mirage lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Mirage blocks an uppercut.
Fungus fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Mirage working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Mirage misses with a short punch on the inside.
Nice body punch from Mirage - that landed with a thud.
Fungus blocking some punches. #T1#
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Mirage takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life. #BC2#
Mirage breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Fungus swings widly with a right hand
and Mirage counters with a nice kick to the body.
Some wild striking there from Fungus.
Fungus misses with an uppercut.
Fungus 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 big left from Fungus misses.
Mirage thinks about the counter body kick.
Fungus lands with an overhand left.
Fungus takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Fungus loads up on a big right hand but Mirage slips the punch.
Mirage looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Fungus takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Fungus throws a jab when Mirage was well out of range.
Fungus tries to clinch but Mirage moves out of range.
Fungus backing away here, and Mirage unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Foot Fungus seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
Mirage looks for the body kick but Fungus saw that one coming.
Mirage misses with a body kick.
Mirage thuds his shin into the meat of Fungus's side.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Fungus misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mirage.
Fungus tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Mirage counters with a straight right hand.
Mirage swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Fungus ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Fungus misses with a straight right.
Mirage misses with a wild body shot.
Mirage takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #CL#
Fungus closes the distance and clinches. #T3#
Mirage blocks a body shot from Fungus.
A shot in the inside from Fungus.
A short uppercut from Fungus.
Fungus is working Mirage over against the cage.
Mirage throws a head punch that misses.
Fungus lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Fungus misses with some punches.
Fungus blocking some punches.
Fungus tries to work over Mirage's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Fungus lands a body punch.
Mirage looks winded!
Mirage doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Fungus digs a right hand into Mirage's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Mirage's gas tank.
Fungus softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Fungus doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Mirage lands with a left to the head.
Mirage softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Fungus lands with a left 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!
Fungus throws a head punch that misses.
Fungus lands a right hand that snaps the head of Mirage backwards.
Fungus lands a nice uppercut.#T4#
Mirage misses with some punches.
Fungus makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Mirage blocking some punches.
Fungus lands a hook that snaps the head of Mirage backwards.
Fungus has a couple of punches blocked by Mirage.
Fungus goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Mirage blocks a body shot from Fungus.
Mirage struggles to land a body shot inside as Fungus controls his hands.
Fungus throws a punch but it's blocked by Mirage.
Mirage fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Mirage lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Fungus softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A right handed body shot lands from Mirage.
With the fighters up against the cage, Mirage throws an elbow but misses.
Fungus misses with a hook to the ribs.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Fungus pushes Mirage back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Fungus lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Mirage backwards.
Fungus blocking some punches.
Mirage blocks a body shot from Fungus.
Fungus stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Foot Fungus dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Fungus moves in looking to clinch but Mirage pushes him off.#CL#
Fungus has closed the distance and engaged Mirage in a clinch.
Fungus throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Mirages head.
Fungus lands an uppercut.
Foot Fungus has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Fungus lands a body punch in the clinch.
Fungus misses with a hook from the clinch.
Fungus scores with a shoulder strike.
Fungus swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Mirage has Fungus pushed against the cage.
Mirage is struggling to control the position.
Fungus lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mirage can't find room to land a body shot as Fungus controls the action.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Mirage blocks an uppercut.
A short right from Mirage.
Nice body punch from Fungus - that landed with a thud.
Fungus misses with a hook from the clinch. #T1#
Mirage misses with a punch to the body.
Fungus struggles to land a body shot inside as Mirage controls his hands.
Mirage blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Mirage has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Fungus seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Mirage can turn it around.
A right hand to the body from Fungus.
Mirage is breathing heavily.
Fungus working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Fungus lands a body shot.
Fungus tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Mirage's elbow.
Fungus scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Fungus blocks an uppercut.
Fungus lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Fungus throws a punch but it's blocked by Mirage.
A short right from Fungus on the inside.
Mirage stalling in the clinch but Fungus improves position.
Fungus misses with a hook from the clinch.
Mirage can't find room to land a body shot as Fungus controls the action.
Mirage misses with the head strike.
Mirage throws a head punch that misses.
Fungus misses with a body punch.
Mirage misses with the head strike.
Fungus throws a punch but it's blocked by Mirage. #T2#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Mirage.
Fungus lands with a left 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 uppercut from Fungus.
Mirage swings wildly with an uppercut but Fungus uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mirage is looking to control Fungus's arms but Fungus gets an underhook and turns him. Now Mirage has his back to the cage.
Mirage goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Mirage lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Fungus.
Mirage working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Mirage blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Fungus misses with a punch on the inside.
Mirage looking to slow down the pace here.
Fungus working aggressively here.
Fungus throws a punch but it's blocked by Mirage.
Fungus gets through Mirage's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Fungus lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Fungus gets through Mirage's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#T3#
Fungus tries to work over Mirage's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Fungus misses with some punches.
Mirage misses with the head strike.
Fungus misses with a short punch on the inside.
Mirage throws a head punch that misses.
Fungus goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Fungus misses with a short punch on the inside.
A short left from Mirage.
Mirage misses with a punch to the body.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Mirage can't find room to land a body shot as Fungus controls the action.
Mirage pushes Fungus back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Fungus is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Mirage can do to turn this around?#BC2#
Mirage's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Mirage looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Fungus lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Foot Fungus is winning the standup battle so far.
Mirage looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
A shot to the liver by Mirage. Beautiful body shot.
Fungus tries to clinch but Mirage moves out of range. #T4#
Fungus moves into range and connects with a jab.
Fungus bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Mirage's head backwards.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Fungus throws a poor cross that misses
and Mirage counters with a right hand to the body.
Mirage lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Mirage takes one to the side of the head.
Fungus misses with a straight left.
Fungus backing away here, and Mirage unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Fungus cracks Mirage with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Fungus scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Mirage throws an off balance right hand
and Fungus counters with a straight right hand.
Mirage lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#CL#
Fungus darts in and clinches Mirage up against the cage.
Fungus lands a right hand.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mirage trying to control the position but instead, Fungus has worked for underhooks and has pushed Mirage into the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Foot Fungus 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#
Fungus tests Mirage's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Mirage closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Fungus misses with a wild body shot.
Fungus lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Fungus is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Mirage moves out of range of the strikes.
Fungus throws a lazy right hand but Mirage sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fungus bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Mirage's head.#ROC#
Mirage is rocked!
Fungus swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Fungus backing away here, and Mirage unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Mirage is still on wobbly legs! Can Fungus finish him?
Mirage throws a leg kick that is checked
and Fungus counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Mirage throws a body punch but Fungus moves out of range.
Fungus swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Mirage lets loose with a powerful body kick. Fungus will feel that in the morning.#T1#
Fungus misses the jab.
Fungus tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Mirage makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Fungus is looking to clinch but Mirage is avoiding it.
Mirage seems to have recovered his senses.
Good standup being displayed there by Mirage as he connects with a hook.
Mirage throws a looping overhand right but Fungus ducks down to avoid it.
Mirage bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Mirage was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Fungus throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Mirage on the side of the head.
Sloppy strikes from Fungus. Those never looked like landing.
Fungus fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mirage manages to avoid it.
Fungus throws a poor cross that misses
and Mirage makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Fungus throws out a loose jab but Mirage uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mirage appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Mirage uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Fungus.
Mirage feints a counter leg kick.#T2#
Mirage takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Fungus connects with a jab.
Mirage with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A lazy left from Fungus finds it's target.
Mirage swats away the attempt to clinch by Fungus.
Fungus scores with a body shot.
Mirage walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Mirage keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mirage uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Fungus.
Fungus misses with a looping left.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Mirage! But no joy.#T3##CL#
Fungus moves into the clinch successfully.
Mirage blocks a body shot from Fungus.
Mirage tries to stall but Fungus uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
A body shot lands from Mirage.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Fungus throws a head punch that misses.
Fungus prevents a body shot from Mirage.
A head punch on the inside from Fungus fails to land.
Mirage stalling.
Mirage has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.#BC2#
Mirage breaks from the clinch.
Fungus misses with an uppercut.
Fungus swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Mirage.
Fungus connects with a looping right hand.
Fungus staying out of range there.
Fungus is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T4#
Mirage tried to score with a low kick but Fungus checks it.
Fungus lands with an uppercut that bounces Mirage off the cage and back into range.
Mirage lands with a thumping leg kick.
Mirage throws a quick inside leg kick. #CL#
Fungus closes the distance and clinches.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mirage working aggressively here.
Fungus throws a punch but it's blocked by Mirage.
Fungus lands with a short shot to the head.
Mirage looking to slow down the pace here.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Mirage creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Mirage lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A short body shot lands from Mirage as the two fighters clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Mirage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Foot Fungus clearly takes that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R4#
Fungus scores with a hook.
Fungus just misses with a punch to the body.
That kick from Mirage tenderised Fungus's leg. Fungus is trying to keep his angry face on.
Mirage throws a body shot but no joy.
Fungus missing with a left hand there. Mirage was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Mirage thinks about the counter body kick.
Mirage throws a predictable looking body shot
enabling Fungus to counter with a crisp jab.
Fungus misses with an uppercut. Mirage saw that one coming.
Mirage finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Fungus appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fungus checks a leg kick nicely.
Mirage is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Fungus rather than just go for the knockout.
Mirage misses with a low kick.
Fungus throwing a counter right hand but Mirage manages to avoid it.
A chopping leg kick lands by Mirage.
Fungus connects with the punch.#T1#
Fungus ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Fungus throws a looping overhand right but Mirage ducks down to avoid it. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Fungus gets through Mirage's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Mirage lands a hook to the side of the head.
Still in the clinch, Mirage scores with a nice short uppercut.
Mirage prevents a body shot from Fungus.
Fungus is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Mirage takes a shot to the head.
Fungus tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Fungus tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Mirage blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Fungus throws a head punch that misses.
Mirage throws a head punch that misses.
Fungus working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#BC2#
Mirage breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Fungus swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Fungus moves out of range of the body kick.#CL#
Fungus closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Mirage lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Mirage gets through Fungus's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Mirage blocking some punches.
Mirage prevents a body shot from Fungus.
A nice right hand lands inside from Fungus.
Fungus misses with a body punch.
Mirage swings wildly with an uppercut but Fungus uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mirage tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Fungus lands a shoulder strike. #BC2#
Mirage breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Mirage looks for the body kick but Fungus saw that one coming.
Fungus misses the jab.
Mirage steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.#T3#
Fungus misses with a straight left.
Mirage appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Fungus misses the jab.
Mirage misses with a wild body shot.
Fungus lands with a straight right. Mirage didn't see that one coming.
Fungus tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #CL#
Fungus has taken the fight to the clinch.
Fungus blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Fungus.
Fungus misses with a hook from the clinch.
Fungus lands with a right to the head.
Mirage misses with a punch on the inside.
Mirage throws a punch but it's blocked by Fungus.
A right hook to the body lands for Fungus.
Mirage is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Mirage misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Mirage lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Fungus backwards. #T4#
Fungus swings wildly with an uppercut but Mirage uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fungus has a couple of punches blocked by Mirage.
Mirage misses with the head strike.
Fungus misses with the head strike.
Fungus digs a right hand into Mirage's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Mirage's gas tank.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A right hand to the body from Mirage.
Mirage misses with a body punch.
Mirage lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Mirage works on Fungus's body with a couple of short punches.
Mirage blocking some punches.
Mirage blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Mirage lands a hook that snaps the head of Fungus backwards.
Fungus takes a shot to the head.
Mirage is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Mirage looking to stall.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Foot Fungus had his way with Alphonzo Mirage in that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R5#
The fighters circle momentarily. Fungus darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Mirage throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Mirage throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Fungus thows a left - swing and a miss!
Fungus scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Fungus throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Both fighters circling a little - Mirage finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fungus lands with a right hand.
Fungus is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Mirage.
Fungus throws a hook but Mirage avoids it easily.
Mirage misses with a kick to the body. #T1#
Mirage lands with a thumping leg kick.
Fungus throws a body shot but no joy.
Fungus ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Fungus works the jab nicely.
Mirage catches Fungus with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Fungus connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Mirage momentarily.
Mirage pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Mirage throws a jab but it's blocked by Fungus.
A big right from Fungus misses.
Mirage displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Fungus throws out the jab.
Mirage appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Fungus keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Mirage.
Fungus moves in looking to clinch but Mirage pushes him off.
Alphonzo Mirage has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Foot Fungus is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Fungus jabs at Mirage's body.
Fungus digs a good hook to Mirage's body.
A big left from Mirage misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mirage misses with a looping right.
Mirage scores with the left hand. Fungus knows he should have avoided that one.
Mirage misses with a body kick.
Fungus tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mirage was well out of range. Poor timing from Fungus.
Mirage on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Fungus swings for the body but Mirage moves out of range.
Mirage takes one to the chin there.
Mirage keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mirage jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T3#
Sloppy strikes from Fungus. Those never looked like landing.
Mirage was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.#CL#
Fungus clinches with his opponent.
Mirage has Fungus pushed against the cage.
Mirage tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Fungus's elbow.
Mirage misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Fungus.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mirage.
Mirage is trying to break the clinch but Fungus has him pressed against the cage.
Mirage is looking to control Fungus's arms but Fungus gets an underhook and turns him. Now Mirage has his back to the cage. #T4#
Mirage can't find room to land a body shot as Fungus controls the action.
Mirage doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Fungus blocking some punches.
Fungus blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Mirage tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Fungus keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Mirage's efforts to push away.
Mirage fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Mirage swings wildly with an uppercut but Fungus uses good head movement to avoid it.

And that's the end of the fight!
Foot Fungus showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Fungus 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 Robert Twigg scores the fight 50:45
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 50:45
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 50:45

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Foot Fungus!

Foot Fungus retains his light heavyweight title!
Foot Fungus gave a mention to Sin City Allstars in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

 

Event: KOFC 120 - Slurper v Masterson     
Date:   Aug 26, 2018
#R1#
Mirage throws a hook but Winston blocks it.
Mirage throws a leg kick but Winston checks it.
Winston is trying to counter with his kicks.
Mirage misses with a low kick as Winston jumps back.
Mirage is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Winston.#CUT2#
It looks like Alphonzo Mirage has been cut.
Winston misses with a body kick.
Mirage thinks about countering with a head kick.
Winston moves away from the strike by Mirage.
Mirage lands a jab to the head.
Mirage misses with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mirage moves out of range of the body kick.
Winston throws a sloppy head kick and Mirage moves out of range easily.
Winston throws a low kick, looking for Mirage's leg but Mirage calmly moves out of range.
Winston ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mirage moves away.#T1#
Mirage takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Winston misses with a head kick.
Winston attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Mirage throws a low kick but Winston avoids it.
Mirage throws a half hearted mid kick.
Mirage loads up on a big right hand but Winston slips the punch.
Winston lands with a nice combination. Mirage backs away looking to recover.
Winston swings away with a body shot that misses
and Mirage counters with a nice kick to the body.
A slapping leg kick lands for Mirage.
Mirage moves out of range of the leg kick from Winston.
Mirage looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Mirage throws a hook but Winston blocks it.#T2#
A slapping body kick lands there for Mirage.
Nice uppercut lands for Winston. That snapped Mirage's head back.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Winston has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Mirage.
Winston throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Mirage throws a shot to the body.
Mirage digs a good hook to Winston's body.
Winston on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Winston throws out a loose jab but Mirage uses good head movement to avoid it.
Winston falls off balance throwing a combination
and Mirage counters with a nice low kick that buckles Winston's knee momentarily.#T3#
Mirage throws the left hand but Winston avoids the punch easily.
Winston blocks the body kick.
Mirage scores with a shot to the body.
Winston misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Mirage misses the target.
A big left from Winston misses.
Winston needs to keep his hands up - Mirage had a free shot at his head there.
Winston pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Mirage swings for the body but Winston moves out of range.
Winston sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Mirage looks to score with a jab to the body but Winston is just out of range.
Mirage throws an off balance right hand
and Winston counters with a straight right hand.#T4#
Winston lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
That kick from Mirage tenderised Winston's leg. Winston is trying to keep his angry face on.
Mirage throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mirage throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nice defenses there by Mirage.
Mirage stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Mirage has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Winston.
Mirage blocks a head kick by Winston.
Mirage blocks the body kick.
Mirage fires out a quick counter leg kick but Winston just manages to avoid it.
Winston on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Mirage. Mirage obviously looking to wear him down.
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 Alphonzo Mirage will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Alphonzo Mirage's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Mirage scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Winston doesn't seem bothered though.
Mirage throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Winston misses with a low kick.
Winston avoids the body shot from Mirage.
Winston appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Winston bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Winston looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Winston closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Mirage throws a body punch but Winston moves out of range. #CL#
Mirage clinches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Mirage manages to break the clinch. #KD#
Mirage lands a big head kick that sends Winston tumbling to the mat! Mirage takes a step backwards and waves Winston back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#
Winston is rocked!
Alphonzo Mirage is winning the standup battle so far.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Mirage. #T1#
Winston blocks the body kick.
Mirage avoids the body shot from Winston.
Mirage is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Winston can do to turn this around?
Mirage misses the shot to the body.
Mirage lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Mirage has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Mirage connects with a jab.
A jab from Winston finds it's way through Mirage's defenses.
Mirage misses with a low kick.
Winston throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Winston misses with an attempted mid kick.
Mirage thinks about countering with a head kick.
Mirage fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#T2#
Winston works Mirage's body with a nice hook.
Winston pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Winston lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Mirage lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Winston paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Winston misses the shot to the body.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Mirage.
Winston looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Winston throws a shot from downtown. Mirage moves away and avoids it.
Winston lands with a thumping leg kick.
A good leg kick by Mirage. #T3#
Winston connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Mirage explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Mirage scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Mirage throws a nice outside leg kick.
Mirage throws a lazy right hand but Winston sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Mirage fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Winston checks it well.
Winston counters with a body kick.
Winston throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Mirage fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Winston on the side of the head.
Mirage misses the shot to the body.
Winston looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #T4#
Winston on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Winston throws a looping overhand right but Mirage ducks down to avoid it.
Winston misses with a leg kick.
Mirage is looking to slow Winston down with leg kicks.
Mirage moves out of range of the body kick.
Mirage thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Winston if he has to take too many more of those.
Winston misses with a wild body shot.
Mirage lunges at Winston with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Winston's hand.
A jab from Mirage does it's job there.
Winston is still on wobbly legs! Can Mirage finish him?
Winston throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Mirage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alphonzo Mirage dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Alphonzo Mirage's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Mirage throws a 1-2 combo that connects squarely on Winston's jaw, knocking him onto his back! Mirage dives in looking to finish as Winston flails his arms in a desperate attempt to block Mirage's strikes! Mirage is raining down hammerfists and the ref stops it! Winston's desperate flailing just didn't constitute intelligent defence. Some people will probably question the ref's decision but Winston was definitely hurt and the ref saved him from taking unnecessary punishment. A fighter's safety is paramount in this sport.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Alphonzo Mirage!
During a confident post fight interview, Alphonzo Mirage thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: KOFC 117 - Slurper vs Jeffries     
Date:   Aug 05, 2018
#R1#
Forbes misses with a body shot.
Forbes looks to land a right hand but Mirage moved out of range.
Mirage swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Forbes scores with a shot to the body.
Mirage lands a nice looking body shot.
Forbes works Mirage's body with a nice hook.
Forbes misses with a looping left.
Mirage was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Mirage throws a body punch but Forbes moves out of range.
Forbes drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Mirage defends it well.
Mirage tries to land a front kick but Forbes steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Forbes uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mirage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Forbes looks to land a left hand but Mirage moved out of range nicely.
Forbes throws a body shot but no joy.
Mirage fires out a quick counter leg kick but Forbes just manages to avoid it.
Mirage is looking to score with low kicks.
Mirage throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Alphonzo Mirage is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Forbes looks to land a left hand but Mirage moved out of range nicely.
Mirage connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Mirage with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Mirage.
Mirage closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Mirage throws a body shot but no joy.
Mirage closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
A slapping body kick lands there for Mirage.
Forbes scores with a jab to the jaw.
Forbes misses with an uppercut. Mirage saw that one coming.
A quick step to the side and Mirage tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
A shot to the body from Forbes misses
and Mirage connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Mirage connects with a body shot that sends Forbes's belly button to the back.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Forbes pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Mirage thuds his right hand into Forbes's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Mirage just misses with a punch to the body.
Mirage lands a head shot.
Forbes misses with a lunging right hand
letting Mirage counter with a right hand.
Mirage connects with the punch.
Mirage is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Forbes swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Mirage thinks about countering with a body kick.
Forbes takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
We've been told by Mirage's head coaches at Tosen's Home for Lost Boys that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Mirage with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Mirage tries to score with a low kick but Forbes moves his leg out of the way.
Forbes has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Mirage.#T3#
Forbes throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Mirage sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Mirage quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Forbes takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Forbes falls off balance throwing a combination
and Mirage cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Mirage ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Forbes uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mirage.
Mirage slips a straight right by Forbes.
Mirage lunges at Forbes with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Forbes's hand.
Mirage takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Mirage feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Forbes's calf.
Mirage is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Forbes steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Mirage. That one must have hurt.
Mirage looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Bradford Forbes seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T4#
Good work by Forbes as he checks the leg kick.
Mirage bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Forbes connects with a looping 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!
Mirage goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Mirage - that will leave a mark!
Forbes uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Forbes misses with a straight left.
Forbes throws a body punch but Mirage moves out of range.
Mirage lets loose with a powerful body kick. Forbes will feel that in the morning.
Forbes takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
That kick from Mirage tenderised Forbes's leg. Forbes is trying to keep his angry face on.
Mirage connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alphonzo Mirage dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
A shot to the liver by Mirage. Beautiful body shot.
Mirage is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Forbes can do to turn this around?
Mirage defending well as Forbes loads up on a big left hand.
Mirage half committed to a counter leg kick.
Mirage misses with a low kick.
Mirage lands with a straight right. Forbes didn't see that one coming.
Forbes tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mirage was well out of range. Poor timing from Forbes.
Mirage tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Forbes is able to avoid easily.
And Forbes tries to counter it with a takedown but Mirage pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Forbes fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mirage manages to avoid it.
A little feinted left hand from Mirage on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Mirage looks for the body kick but Forbes saw that one coming.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Forbes misses with a body shot.
Good leg kick by Mirage there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Forbes on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Nice cross by Forbes.#T1#
Forbes lands a jab.
Mirage tests Forbes's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Mirage fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Forbes has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Mirage throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Forbes with a lazy takedown attempt
letting Mirage counter with a right hand.
Some wild striking there from Mirage.
Forbes fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Mirage tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Forbes was well out of range. Poor timing from Mirage.
Forbes tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#T2#
Mirage throws a solid leg kick but Forbes takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Mirage.
Forbes jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Forbes misses with a body shot
and Mirage counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Mirage misses with an attempted mid kick.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Forbes might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Mirage has got the better of the exchanges.
Mirage looks to score with a jab to the body but Forbes is just out of range.
Mirage throws a front kick that sends Forbes stumbling back into the cage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jab from Mirage.
Mirage throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mirage looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Forbes throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Forbes has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Mirage.
Forbes throws a hook but Mirage blocks it.#T3#
Forbes throws a big shot that misses.
Mirage scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Some bone on bone action there as Forbes checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Forbes lands a nice shot to the body.
Mirage 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.
Forbes needs to keep his hands up - Mirage had a free shot at his head there.
Forbes chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Mirage can pounce on him.
Forbes throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Forbes has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Mirage.
Forbes's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Forbes misses with a takedown
and Mirage counters with a nice body kick.
Forbes is breathing heavily.#T4#
Mirage keeps Forbes at a distance using the push kick.
Mirage throws a quick inside leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mirage digs a good body shot into Forbes's ribs.
A punch lands to the side of Forbes 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Forbes steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Mirage. That one must have hurt.
Decent striking displayed by Mirage there.
Mirage scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Mirage lands a nice leg kick that just misses Forbes's sensitive parts.
Forbes takes a swing at Mirage's ribcage but misses.
You can see that Forbes has visibly slowed down as a result of the leg kicks
Forbes throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Forbes misses the shot to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alphonzo Mirage dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Mirage pushes Forbes away with a front kick.
A punch lands to the side of Forbes 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Forbes throws out a loose jab but Mirage uses good head movement to avoid it.
Forbes misses with a hook.
Forbes throws a body punch but Mirage moves out of range.
Mirage thuds his right hand into Forbes's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#CUT#
It looks like Bradford Forbes has been cut.
Mirage throws a nice looking combination but Forbes bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Forbes is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Forbes blocks a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Forbes throws out a loose jab but Mirage uses good head movement to avoid it.
Forbes takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Mirage delivers a nice body kick.
Mirage throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Alphonzo Mirage is winning the standup battle so far.
Mirage keeps Forbes at a distance using the push kick. #T1#
Mirage cracks the inside of Forbes's front leg.
Mirage misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Forbes tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Forbes on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Mirage lands with a kick to the ribs.
Forbes walks forward, straight into a front kick from Mirage.
Mirage throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Forbes drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Mirage defends it well.
Mirage scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Mirage slips under a jab from Forbes.
Mirage scores with a decent looking hook.
A swing and a miss from Forbes.#T2#
Forbes on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Forbes takes a swing at Mirage's ribcage but misses.
Mirage steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Forbes.
Mirage tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Forbes was well out of range. Poor timing from Mirage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Forbes misses with a right hand
and Mirage counters with an outside leg kick.
Forbes throws a right hand that misses
and Mirage counters with a slapping leg kick.
Mirage throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Forbes's head.
Mirage lands a leg kick that knocks Forbes off balance momentarily.
An inside leg kick from Mirage misses.
Mirage lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Forbes looks to score with a jab to the body but Mirage is just out of range.#T3#
Forbes misses the shot to the body.
Mirage takes a swing at Forbes's ribcage but misses.
Mirage fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Forbes manages to avoid it.
Forbes drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Mirage defends it well.
Forbes tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mirage was well out of range. Poor timing from Forbes.
Forbes closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Mirage throws a jab but it's blocked by Forbes.
Forbes feints the counter takedown.
Mirage connects with a body shot.
Good work by Forbes as he checks the leg kick.
A swing and a miss from Forbes.
Mirage connects with a single shot there.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Forbes works the jab nicely.#T4#
Forbes rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Mirage moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Mirage swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Mirage throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Mirage lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Mirage moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mirage slips under a jab from Forbes.
It appears Mirage was looking to counter with a kick there.
Mirage slaps away a takedown attempt from Forbes, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Mirage lands a nice hook to Forbes's body. Forbes takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Bradford Forbes has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Alphonzo Mirage is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Forbes rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Mirage connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.

And that's the end of the fight!
Alphonzo Mirage showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Mirage 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 Wesley Smith scores the fight 30:27
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 30:27
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alphonzo Mirage!

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

 

Event: KOFC 114 - Fungus vs Murhaa 2     
Date:   Jul 14, 2018
#R1#
Mirage throws a body punch but Petrovs moves out of range.
Petrovs lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
A bone on bone clash there as Petrovs blocks the leg kick.
Mirage steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Petrovs.
Petrovs darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #CL#
Mirage gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Mirage has a couple of punches blocked by Petrovs.
Petrovs throws a head punch that misses.
Petrovs tries a knee to the head but Mirage blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Petrovs lands a right hand.
Petrovs misses with a short punch on the inside.
Mirage tries a body shot but Petrovs blocks it.
Petrovs digs a right hand underneath Mirage's ribcage. Mirage let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A shot in the inside from Petrovs.
Petrovs lands a right hand that snaps the head of Mirage 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!#BC2#
Petrovs pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T1#
Petrovs checks a leg kick.
A low kick from Mirage misses
and Petrovs counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Petrovs misses with a few strikes there.
Petrovs moves out of range of the leg kick from Mirage.
Mirage lands a head kick! #CUT#
It looks like Kaspars Petrovs has been cut.
Mirage misses with a right hand
and Petrovs cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Mirage looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Petrovs takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Petrovs checks a leg kick.
Petrovs tries to clinch up.
Mirage delivers a nice body kick.
Petrovs throws a hook to the side of Mirage's head but Mirage sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T2#
Mirage throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Mirage swings widly with a right hand
and Petrovs counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mirage looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Petrovs looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Mirage scores with a jab. Petrovs acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Petrovs changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Petrovs is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Mirage.
Some bone on bone action there as Petrovs checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Petrovs moves forwards but Mirage connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Mirage shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Petrovs unleashes a big counter combination but Mirage bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Mirage cracks a nice hook into Petrovs's ribs.#T3#
Mirage misses with a low kick.
A nice leg kick lands there from Mirage.
Mirage cracks Petrovs with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Alphonzo Mirage seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Petrovs checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Mirage throws a head kick that looked like it stung. #CL#
Mirage has closed the distance and engaged Petrovs in a clinch.
Mirage struggles to land a body shot inside as Petrovs controls his hands.
Petrovs blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Petrovs.
Petrovs lands a nice uppercut.
Petrovs prevents a body shot from Mirage.
Petrovs fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Mirage tries to circle away but Petrovs has him pinned against the cage.
Mirage misses with the head strike. #T4#
Petrovs tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Mirage's elbow.
Mirage looking to stall.
Petrovs scores with a knee to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Petrovs throws a head punch that misses.
Mirage tries to work over Petrovs's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Mirage blocking some punches.
Petrovs tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Mirage stalling.
Petrovs tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
A nice left hand lands by Petrovs.
Still in the clinch, Petrovs scores with a nice short uppercut.
Petrovs trying to land knees to the body.
Petrovs swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Petrovs has a couple of punches blocked by Mirage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Petrovs.
Petrovs presses Mirage against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
A nice right hand lands inside from Mirage.
Mirage lands a left hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Kaspars Petrovs will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Kaspars Petrovs's cut.
That's time! Mirage's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Petrovs falls off balance throwing a combination
and Mirage counters with a nice kick to the body.
Mirage misses with a kick to the body.
Petrovs dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Petrovs circles away from the clinch attempt.
Petrovs swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A looping hook to the body misses from Mirage. Petrovs does a little dance to reset his feet.
Alphonzo Mirage is winning the standup battle so far.
Mirage 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Petrovs throws a hook but Mirage avoids it easily.
Mirage lands with a kick to the ribs.
The fight stays on the outside here - Mirage looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T1#
Mirage throws a body kick that misses
and Petrovs counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Petrovs pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Mirage back to the cage. Petrovs follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Kaspars Petrovs is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Mirage uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Petrovs.
Mirage cracks the inside of Petrovs's front leg.
Petrovs lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Mirage circles away quickly and effectively.
Mirage ducks under a wild hook from Petrovs.
Petrovs swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Mirage tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Petrovs manages to circle out of the way.
Mirage throws a low kick but Petrovs avoids it.
Good exchange - Mirage coming out on top.#T2#
Mirage misses with a low kick.
Petrovs tries to counter by closing the distance.
Petrovs throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Mirage sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Mirage fires out a quick counter leg kick but Petrovs just manages to avoid it.
Petrovs pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Mirage throws a body shot but no joy.
Mirage sizes up Petrovs with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Mirage is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mirage connects with a solid leg kick.
Mirage throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Petrovs counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Mirage looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Petrovs fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Mirage lands a nice looking body kick.#T3#
Mirage displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Petrovs throws out the jab.
Mirage appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Petrovs takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Nice jab there from Mirage.
Mirage scores with a kick to the midsection.#CL#
Mirage takes the fight into the clinch.
Mirage scores with a shot to the side of Petrovs's head.
A head punch on the inside from Petrovs fails to land.
Mirage misses with a punch on the inside.
Mirage struggles to land a body shot inside as Petrovs controls his hands.
Petrovs tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Mirage lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Petrovs has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Mirage.
Petrovs misses with some punches.
Petrovs scores with a knee to the head. #CUT2#
It looks like Alphonzo Mirage has been cut.#T4#
Mirage is looking to control Petrovs's arms but Petrovs gets an underhook and turns him. Now Mirage has his back to the cage.
Mirage misses with a hook to the ribs.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Petrovs using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Mirage has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Petrovs misses with a knee to the head.
Petrovs working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Mirage lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Petrovs is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Mirage is defending well for now.
Petrovs crunches a lovely knee into Mirage's ribcage.
Knees in the clinch landing for Petrovs.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Petrovs with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Petrovs throws a head punch that misses.
Mirage misses with some punches.
Petrovs misses with some punches.
Petrovs lands a nice uppercut.
Mirage on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Mirage lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Petrovs backwards.
Petrovs landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Mirage content to slow the pace in the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Kaspars Petrovs will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Petrovs throws a nice looking combination but Mirage bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
A low kick from Mirage misses #CL2#
and Petrovs counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Petrovs.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Mirage creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Petrovs looking to throw knees to the head but Mirage is blocking nicely.
Mirage tries a body shot but Petrovs blocks it.
Mirage managing to block the knees to the body from Petrovs.
Mirage blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Mirage misses with a body punch.
Petrovs has a couple of punches blocked by Mirage.
Mirage swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Petrovs using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Mirage has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Petrovs lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Mirage or not.
Mirage stalling against the cage.
Petrovs tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Mirage's elbow.
Petrovs with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time. #BC#
Mirage escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #T1#
Mirage tries to land a body kick
and Petrovs counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CL#
Mirage darts in and clinches Petrovs up against the cage.#BC#
Mirage's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Mirage throws a predictable looking body shot
and Petrovs counters with a stiff right hand.
Mirage throws a body punch but Petrovs moves out of range.
Petrovs throws a shot from downtown. Mirage moves away and avoids it.
Petrovs lands with a nice body punch. #KD2#
Petrovs lands a left and a right that sends Mirage crashing to the canvas! Petrovs dives into mount looking to finish!#ROC2#
Mirage is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Petrovs wants to get back to his feet but Mirage is holding on tight.
Oh Mirage is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Petrovs is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
Alphonzo Mirage has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Petrovs prevents Mirage from getting the reversal.
Petrovs is trying to stand up but he's being controlled by his opponent.
Mirage seems to have got his legs back now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mirage sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Mirage controlling the position for now.
Mirage continues to stall.
Mirage wants to get back to full guard.#T3#
Mirage controlling the position well. #SU2#
Petrovs stands up from half guard.
Mirage with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Petrovs to score with a decent uppercut.
Petrovs getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Petrovs swings widly with a right hand
and Mirage counters with a low kick, right behind Petrovs 's knee.
Petrovs lands with a shot to the body. #T4#
Petrovs swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Mirage counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Petrovs throws a looping overhand right but Mirage ducks down to avoid it.
A solid leg kick lands there for Mirage.
Mirage lands with a slapping head kick.
Petrovs throws a right hand that Mirage ducks under and follows up with a left that Mirage also avoids with ease.
A low kick from Mirage is predictable there
and Petrovs counters with a stiff right hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Petrovs uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mirage.
Petrovs throws a hook but Mirage avoids it easily.
Kaspars Petrovs is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Petrovs missing with a left hand there. Mirage was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kaspars Petrovs comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Petrovs 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 Tiny Johnson scores the fight 27:30
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 27:30
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kaspars Petrovs!

Kaspars Petrovs thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: KOFC 111 - Fungus vs Mirage     
Date:   Jun 16, 2018
#R1#
Mirage moves away from the strike by Fungus.
Mirage throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Fungus misses the shot to the body.
Mirage looks to land a body kick but Fungus moved away.
Fungus is looking to counter punch.
Mirage scores with a spinning back kick!#CL#
Fungus clinches up against the cage.
Nice body punch from Fungus.
Fungus lands with a short shot to the head.
Mirage fails to pull guard.
Mirage lands a right hand.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Mirage.
Mirage leaning against his opponent.
Mirage tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Fungus tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Mirage doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Fungus struggles to land a body shot inside as Mirage controls his hands.
Fungus prevents a body shot from Mirage.
Fungus swings wildly with an uppercut but Mirage uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mirage misses with a body punch. #T1#
Fungus tries a body shot but Mirage blocks it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mirage.
Fungus tries to throw a body punch but Mirage avoids it by throwing Fungus back against the cage.
Fungus misses with a short punch on the inside.
Mirage makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Mirage misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Fungus blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Fungus lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Fungus misses with a hook to the ribs.
Fungus tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Mirage has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Fungus seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Mirage can turn it around.
Mirage tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Fungus's elbow.
Mirage swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A nice right hand lands inside from Fungus.
Mirage tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Fungus working aggressively here. #BC2#
Mirage pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Fungus slips a jab from Mirage.
Fungus is looking to counter the offense by Mirage and move into the clinch.
Fungus throws a lazy uppercut
and Mirage counters with a solid body kick.
Mirage misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Fungus.
Fungus swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Mirage cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mirage thumps Fungus with a low kick.
Mirage lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Fungus tests Mirage's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Mirage.
Fungus swings for the body but Mirage moves out of range.
Fungus lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Mirage circles away quickly and effectively.
Mirage uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Fungus.#CL#
Fungus has taken the fight to the clinch.
Fungus fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A left hand lands to the body for Mirage.
Fungus lands a left hand.
Fungus misses with a punch to the body.
Mirage cracks Fungus with a nice body shot.
Fungus tries a body shot but Mirage blocks it.
A head punch on the inside from Fungus fails to land.
Fungus working aggressively here.
Mirage blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Fungus can't find room to land a body shot as Mirage controls the action. #T3#
Fungus scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Mirage tries to throw a body punch but Fungus avoids it by throwing Mirage back against the cage.
Mirage lands with a light punch inside.
Mirage lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Fungus backwards.
Fungus blocking some punches.
Still in the clinch, Mirage scores with a nice short uppercut.
Mirage lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Fungus blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Mirage tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Fungus misses with a short punch on the inside.
Mirage lands with a left to the head.
Fungus lands a left hand.
Mirage lands a left hand that snaps the head of Fungus backwards.
Mirage lands with a left to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Fungus throws a head punch that misses.
Mirage tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Fungus's elbow.
Fungus lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Mirage backwards.
Mirage fails to pull guard.
Fungus lands a body punch.
Mirage stalling. #T4#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Mirage.
Mirage blocks an uppercut.
Fungus blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Fungus lands with a left to the head.
Mirage lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Mirage fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Mirage lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Fungus tries a body shot but Mirage blocks it.
Fungus misses with a hook to the ribs.
Fungus misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Fungus lands a body shot.
Mirage tries to throw a body punch but Fungus avoids it by throwing Mirage back against the cage.
Fungus misses with a short punch on the inside.
Mirage lands a body punch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Fungus lands a body shot.
Mirage misses with a hook from the clinch.
Fungus misses with a short punch on the inside.
Mirage softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Mirage lands a hook to the side of the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Alphonzo Mirage 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#
Fungus has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Mirage.#CL#
Fungus moves into the clinch.
Fungus lands a hook to the side of the head.
Fungus has a couple of punches blocked by Mirage.
Mirage lands a body punch in the clinch.
Mirage is leaning against Fungus and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Mirage blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A nice left hand lands by Mirage.
Fungus throws a punch but it's blocked by Mirage.
Mirage working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Fungus has a couple of punches blocked by Mirage.
Fungus takes a shot to the head.
Fungus blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Mirage misses with a hook from the clinch.
Mirage cracks Fungus with a nice body shot.
Fungus can't find room to land a body shot as Mirage controls the action.
Fungus goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mirage throws a head punch that misses.
Fungus swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Fungus misses with a punch on the inside. #T1#
Mirage is trying to maintain a safe position but Fungus gets an underhook and turns Mirage into the cage.
Fungus's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#BC2#
Mirage breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Fungus slips a jab from Mirage.
Fungus misses with a hook. Mirage ducked under it nicely.
Mirage works Fungus's body with a nice hook.
A solid leg kick lands there for Mirage.
Mirage lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
A chopping leg kick lands by Mirage.
Fungus tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mirage was well out of range. Poor timing from Fungus.
Mirage throws the left hand but Fungus avoids the punch easily.
Mirage throws a half hearted mid kick.
Fungus was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Mirage lands a nice hook to Fungus's body. Fungus takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Mirage pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
A good leg kick by Mirage.
We've been told by Fungus's head coaches at Men Only. No Liberals ! that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Mirage lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Fungus throws a looping overhand right but Mirage ducks down to avoid it. #T2#
Fungus connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Fungus lands a jab to Mirage's midsection.
Mirage connects with a leg kick. Fungus looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Fungus just misses with a punch to the body.
Fungus misses the body punch
and Mirage counters with a right hand to the body.
Mirage is looking to chop away at Fungus's legs.
Fungus takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Fungus misses with a double jab.
Fungus throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Mirage misses with a kick to the body.
Mirage fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Left hook, right uppercut from Mirage.
Fungus looks to throw the jab but Mirage is out of range.
Mirage scores with a kick to the midsection.
Mirage has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Fungus swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T3#
Fungus misses with a jab to the body
and Mirage counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Mirage digs a good hook to Fungus's body.
Mirage scores with a shot to the body.
Alphonzo Mirage seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Mirage looks for the body kick but Fungus saw that one coming.
Mirage lands with a kick to the ribs.
Mirage keeps the fight on the outside.
Fungus ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mirage moves away.
Mirage fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Fungus jabs at Mirage's body.
Mirage cracks Fungus with a good jab.
Mirage lands a leg kick that knocks Fungus 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!#CL#
Fungus clinches.
Mirage tries to work over Fungus's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A nice right hand lands inside from Mirage.
Mirage lands an uppercut.
Fungus misses with a body punch. #T4#
Fungus throws a punch but it's blocked by Mirage.
A nice left hand lands by Mirage.
Mirage blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Alphonzo Mirage seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Fungus working aggressively here.
Mirage makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Fungus letting Mirage take a breather here.
Mirage lands with a light punch inside. #TD2#
Mirage pulls Fungus into guard.
Mirage wants to sweep but no luck.
Mirage is pulling down on Fungus's head to control his posture.
Fungus engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Fungus won't allow Mirage to sweep him here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alphonzo Mirage showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R3#
Mirage throws a low kick but Fungus avoids it.
Fungus is looking to wear down Mirage with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Jab by Mirage.#CL#
Fungus clinches.
Fungus swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Mirage fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Fungus throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Mirages head.
Fungus lands a shoulder strike.
Fungus lands a nice shot to the body.
Mirage swings wildly with an uppercut but Fungus uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fungus misses with a punch to the body.
Fungus lands a shoulder strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fungus lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Fungus misses with the head strike.
Mirage tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Fungus smiles and moves away.
Mirage slips a straight right by Fungus.
Fungus takes a swing at Mirage's ribcage but misses.
Mirage moves away from the strike by Fungus. #T1#
Mirage throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Mirage.
Fungus is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Fungus misses with a wild combination.
Mirage swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Fungus ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mirage moves away.
Mirage misses with an attempted mid kick.
Mirage misses with a body kick.
Mirage throws a leg kick but Fungus checks it.
Fungus connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Fungus lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Mirage swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Mirage.#CL#
Fungus darts in and clinches Mirage up against the cage.
Fungus swings wildly with an uppercut but Mirage uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
Fungus swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Mirage 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!
Mirage blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A left hand lands to the body for Fungus.
Fungus misses with a hook from the clinch.
Fungus tries to throw a body punch but Mirage avoids it by throwing Fungus back against the cage.
Mirage tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Mirage doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Mirage creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Fungus throws a punch but it's blocked by Mirage.
Mirage is trying to pull guard but Fungus has him pressed against the cage.
Foot Fungus has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alphonzo Mirage.
Fungus tries a body shot but Mirage blocks it.
Mirage throws a head punch that misses.
Fungus will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Mirage tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Mirage.
Mirage lands with a left to the head.
Mirage misses with a hook to the ribs. #T3#
Fungus doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Mirage blocks a body shot from Fungus.
Fungus tries to throw a body punch but Mirage avoids it by throwing Fungus back against the cage.
Fungus pushes Mirage back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Fungus.
Fungus scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Fungus tries a body shot but Mirage blocks it.
Mirage swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Mirage is looking to control Fungus's arms but Fungus gets an underhook and turns him. Now Mirage has his back to the cage.
Fungus misses with some punches.
Mirage digs a right hand underneath Fungus's ribcage. Fungus let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Fungus misses with a hook from the clinch.
Fungus takes a shot to the head.
Fungus struggles to land a body shot inside as Mirage controls his hands.
Mirage scores with a shot to the side of Fungus's head.
Fungus misses with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Fungus.
Mirage pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Mirage misses with a body punch. #T4#
Fungus blocks an uppercut.
Mirage blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Mirage lands with a left to the head.
Fungus lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Mirage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Fungus scores with a shot to the side of Mirage's head.
Mirage tries a body shot but Fungus blocks it.
Fungus pushes Mirage back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Mirage takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Fungus misses with a hook from the clinch.
Fungus misses with a body punch.
Fungus blocking some punches.
Mirage lands with a light punch inside.
Fungus tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Mirage blocking some punches.
A short uppercut from Fungus.
Mirage blocking some punches.
Mirage fails to pull guard.
Fungus works on Mirage's body with a couple of short punches.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Foot Fungus clearly takes that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R4#
Fungus dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Mirage looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Fungus on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Foot Fungus seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fungus has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Mirage.
Mirage is looking to land body kicks.
A big left from Fungus misses.
Fungus 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.
Mirage fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Fungus manages to avoid it.
Mirage takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Mirage has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Fungus finds it's way round the side to connect with Mirage's head.
Mirage looks to score with a jab to the body but Fungus is just out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fungus punishes Mirage's body with a nice straight punch.
Mirage throws a half hearted mid kick.
Mirage is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Fungus lands with an uppercut that bounces Mirage off the cage and back into range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mirage thows a left - swing and a miss! #T1#
Mirage stuns Fungus with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#CL#
Fungus takes the fight into the clinch.
Mirage tries a body shot but Fungus blocks it.
Fungus throws a head punch that misses.
Mirage tries to work over Fungus's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Fungus presses Mirage against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Fungus scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Fungus working aggressively here.
Fungus misses with a hook from the clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Fungus.
Fungus is leaning against Mirage and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Fungus misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Fungus working aggressively here.
Mirage throws a head punch that misses.
Mirage misses with a body punch.
Mirage blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Mirage misses with the head strike. #T2#
Fungus lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Mirage prevents a body shot from Fungus.
Mirage working aggressively here.
Fungus throws a head punch that misses.
Fungus can't find room to land a body shot as Mirage controls the action.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Fungus works on Mirage's body with a couple of short punches.
Mirage trying to stall but Fungus improves his position.
Mirage tries to throw a body punch but Fungus avoids it by throwing Mirage back against the cage.
Mirage misses with a hook from the clinch.
Mirage misses with some punches.
Fungus blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Fungus working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Fungus doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Fungus.
Mirage misses with a short punch on the inside.
Fungus blocks a body shot from Mirage.
Mirage blocks a body shot from Fungus.
Mirage tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Fungus's elbow. #T3##BC2#
Mirage breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Mirage uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Fungus.
Mirage pivots, looking for a leg kick but Fungus is out of range and Mirage settles back down.
Mirage throws an off balance right hand
and Fungus counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Mirage walks into a straight right hand from Fungus.
Mirage ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Mirage avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Fungus misses with a few strikes there.
Mirage scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Fungus doesn't seem bothered though.
Fungus looks to score with a jab to the body but Mirage is just out of range.
Mirage lands a nice shot to the body.
Fungus steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Mirage. That one must have hurt.
Mirage thuds his shin into the meat of Fungus's side.
Fungus checks the leg kick.
Mirage lands a jab.#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mirage lands a nice shot that snaps Fungus's head back.
A decent looking cross lands there for Fungus.
Fungus changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Fungus ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mirage moves away.
Fungus throws a body shot but no joy.
Mirage connects with the punch.
Mirage is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Fungus.
Mirage throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Mirage thuds his shin into the meat of Fungus's side.
Fungus throws a hook but Mirage avoids it easily.
Mirage appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Fungus throws a predictable looking body shot
and Mirage connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Fungus chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Mirage can pounce on him.
Mirage takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
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 Foot Fungus will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R5#
Mirage misses with a wild body shot.
Mirage walks into a left hand.
Fungus walks forward, straight into a front kick from Mirage.
Mirage throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Mirage connects with a body shot.
Fungus throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
A head punch on the inside from Fungus fails to land.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mirage.
Mirage wants to stall.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mirage is trying to stall.
Mirage lands an uppercut.
Mirage tries to pull guard but Fungus forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Mirage misses with a punch on the inside. #T1#
Mirage misses with a short punch on the inside.
Fungus misses with the head strike.
Fungus lands a nice uppercut.
Fungus blocks an uppercut.
Mirage scores with a shot to the side of Fungus's head.
Fungus lands a left hand.
Fungus lands with a left to the head.
Fungus tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Fungus misses with the head strike.
A short uppercut from Mirage.
A head punch on the inside from Mirage fails to land.
Mirage goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Mirage has a couple of punches blocked by Fungus.
Mirage goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Mirage throws a head punch that misses.
Mirage goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Fungus tries to work over Mirage's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Fungus misses with a hook to the ribs. #T2#
Mirage blocks a punch to the side of the head. #BC2#
Mirage pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Fungus swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Mirage only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Fungus is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Mirage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mirage misses with the body kick
and Fungus counters with a straight right hand.
Fungus throws an off balance right hand
and Mirage counters with a nice leg kick.
Mirage bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Mirage uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Fungus.
Mirage fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Fungus looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Mirage connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Mirage connects with a leg kick. Fungus looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Fungus stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Mirage.
Fungus connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Mirage takes a swing at Fungus's ribcage but misses.
Fungus tries to counter by clinching up but Mirage breaks away and moves out of range.
Fungus throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Mirage.
Fungus's legs have taken a beating and he's really slowing down as a result.#T3#
Mirage takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Mirage looks to throw the jab but Fungus is out of range.
Mirage misses with an attempted mid kick.
Fungus jabs Mirage to the body, keeping him at a distance.#CL#
Fungus gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Mirage is looking to control Fungus's arms but Fungus gets an underhook and turns him. Now Mirage has his back to the cage.
Mirage blocking some punches.
Fungus scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A short body shot lands from Mirage as the two fighters clinch.
Fungus blocks a body shot from Mirage.
Mirage tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Mirage blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Fungus tries a body shot but Mirage blocks it.
Fungus doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Fungus tries to work over Mirage's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Mirage pressing his opponent against the cage. #T4#
Fungus's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Fungus lands a body punch in the clinch.
Mirage is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Mirage scores with a nice hook to the head.
Mirage misses with an elbow over the top.
Mirage lands a right hand that snaps the head of Fungus backwards.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Fungus managing to block the knees to the body from Mirage.
Fungus lands a right hand that snaps the head of Mirage backwards.
Fungus misses with a hook from the clinch.
Mirage lands a left hand.
Fungus tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Mirage's elbow.
Fungus throws a head punch that misses.
Mirage misses with a punch on the inside.
Fungus misses with a hook to the ribs.
Mirage lands a nice uppercut.
Mirage controlling the action here for a moment.
Fungus scores with a shoulder strike.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Alphonzo Mirage.
I think Mirage 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 Alan Glass scores the fight 48:47
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 48:48
Judge George Francis scores the fight 48:47

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Foot Fungus!

Foot Fungus retains his light heavyweight title!
Foot Fungus really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Aspire Clothing logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

 

Event: KOFC 107 - Fungus vs Murhaa     
Date:   May 23, 2018
#R1#
Mirage throws a leg kick that is checked
and Neil counters with a thumping low kick.
Neil scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Neil takes a shot to the body in his stride. #CL#
Mirage clinches with his opponent.
A bit of stalling here from Mirage.
Neil tries a body shot but Mirage blocks it.
Mirage swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Neil struggles to land a body shot inside as Mirage controls his hands.
Mirage tries a body shot but Neil blocks it.
Mirage lands with a light punch inside.
Neil lands with a left to the head.
Mirage blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Neil.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Neil fails to land.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#BC2#
Neil breaks from the clinch.
Neil pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Neil throws a head kick that misses.
Mirage lets loose with a powerful body kick. Neil will feel that in the morning.#T1#
Mirage lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Mirage throws a half hearted mid kick.
Neil feints a counter leg kick.
Mirage looks to land a body kick but Neil moved away.
Neil misses with a body shot.
Neil throws a sloppy head kick and Mirage moves out of range easily.
Neil moves out of range as Mirage throws a body kick.
Neil throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A leg kick checked by Neil.
Mirage connects with a body shot.
A head kick misses from Neil.
Neil misses the shot to the body.
Neil looks for the body kick but Mirage saw that one coming.
Neil shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Neil throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Neil throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Mirage jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Neil throws a shot from downtown. Mirage moves away and avoids it.
Mirage avoids a kick to the body.
And Mirage counters with a quick kick to the body but Neil blocks it.#T2#
Neil scores with a body shot.
Mirage takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Vince Neil seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mirage slips a straight right by Neil.
A quick step to the side and Mirage tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
No joy there for Mirage, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Mirage misses with a leg kick.
Neil has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Mirage.
Mirage getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Mirage lands with a nice body punch.
Neil is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Mirage rather than just go for the knockout.
Mirage scores with a jab to the jaw.
Mirage checks a leg kick.
Mirage with a nice cross.
Mirage goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Neil misses with a kick to the body
and Mirage connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Neil throws a head kick that misses.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Mirage.
Mirage blocks a head kick by Neil. #T3#
Neil looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Mirage lands a body shot.
Neil throws the left hand but Mirage avoids the punch easily.
Neil takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Mirage turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Jab from Mirage.
Neil misses the body punch
and Mirage finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
A big left from Neil misses.
Neil tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A counter left hand to the body from Mirage misses its target.
Mirage scores with a body shot.
Mirage changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
It looks like Mirage has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Neil looks winded!
Mirage swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Neil.
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!
Neil throws a head kick that misses.
Neil looks to land a right hand but Mirage moved out of range.
Mirage lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#ROC#
Neil is rocked!
Mirage lands with a nice body kick.
Mirage ducks under a wild hook from Neil.#T4#
Neil walks straight into a right hand from Mirage - that's dropped him! Mirage jumps into mount and starts pounding away - can he finish?! More strikes go undefended and the referee has to dive in to save Neil from any more punishment! Neil 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 4:08 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Alphonzo Mirage!
Alphonzo Mirage seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: KOFC 102 - Karelin vs Mountain     
Date:   Apr 28, 2018
#R1#
Mirage scores with a sloppy right hand. Murhaa should have avoided that one.
Murhaa with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Murhaa wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Murhaa throws a right and a left that both miss.
It looked like Mirage was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Murhaa.
Mirage slips under a jab from Murhaa.
Murhaa moves out of range as Mirage strikes.
Murhaa clobbers Mirage with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Murhaa misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Mirage fires out a quick counter leg kick but Murhaa just manages to avoid it.
Mirage looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Pauke Murhaa seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mirage with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Murhaa connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Murhaa throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Murhaa misses with a hook.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mirage takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Murhaa walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Mirage dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Murhaa. That did some damage!#CL2#
Murhaa clinches.
Murhaa lands a shoulder strike.
Murhaa looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Mirage lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Murhaa tries to throw a body punch but Mirage avoids it by throwing Murhaa back against the cage. #T1#
Murhaa working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Murhaa misses with a body punch.
Murhaa has a couple of punches blocked by Mirage.
Mirage blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Mirage working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Murhaa doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Mirage lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Murhaa backwards.
Murhaa misses with some punches.
Mirage doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Murhaa lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Murhaa misses with the head strike.
Murhaa tries to work over Mirage's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Murhaa letting Mirage take a breather here.
Mirage looking to slow down the pace here.
Mirage tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Murhaa misses with a punch on the inside.
Mirage misses with a punch on the inside.
Mirage tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T2#
Murhaa lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Mirage backwards.
Murhaa misses with a body punch.
Murhaa working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A left hand lands to the body for Murhaa.
Mirage lands with a left to the head.
Murhaa cracks Mirage with a nice body shot.
Mirage tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Murhaa's elbow.
Murhaa throws a punch but it's blocked by Mirage.
Murhaa misses with a hook from the clinch.
Murhaa softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Mirage tries to throw a body punch but Murhaa avoids it by throwing Mirage back against the cage.
A body shot lands from Mirage.
A right hand to the body from Mirage.
Mirage throws a punch but it's blocked by Murhaa.
Mirage fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Murhaa working aggressively here.
Mirage has a couple of punches blocked by Murhaa.
Murhaa taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Mirage looking to stall.
Mirage blocking some punches. #T3#
Mirage tries to work over Murhaa's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Murhaa lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Murhaa fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Murhaa is looking to control Mirage's arms but Mirage gets an underhook and turns him. Now Murhaa has his back to the cage.
Murhaa misses with a short punch on the inside.
Murhaa taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Mirage throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Murhaas head.
Mirage swings wildly with an uppercut but Murhaa uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mirage presses Murhaa against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Mirage lands a nice shot to the body.
Mirage has a couple of punches blocked by Murhaa.
Murhaa working aggressively here.
Murhaa blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Mirage misses with a body punch.
Murhaa working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Mirage lands a shoulder strike.
Murhaa lands with a short shot to the head. #T4#
Mirage working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mirage struggles to land a body shot inside as Murhaa controls his hands.
Mirage is stalling here.
Mirage working aggressively here.
Mirage misses with a body punch.
Mirage prevents a body shot from Murhaa.
Murhaa prevents a body shot from Mirage.
Mirage misses with a short punch on the inside.
Mirage is stalling here.
Mirage misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Mirage blocking some punches.
Mirage misses with a hook from the clinch.
Murhaa throws a punch but it's blocked by Mirage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Murhaa.
Mirage lands a nice uppercut.
Murhaa struggles to land a body shot inside as Mirage controls his hands.
Murhaa lands a nice shot to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Pauke Murhaa 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#
Mirage takes a swing at Murhaa's ribcage but misses.
Murhaa uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mirage.
Murhaa unleashes a big counter combination but Mirage bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Mirage throws a leg kick but Murhaa moved away.
Murhaa works the jab nicely.
Murhaa on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Mirage. Mirage obviously looking to wear him down.
Murhaa takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Murhaa swings widly with a right hand
and Mirage counters with an inside leg kick.
Murhaa looks to land a body kick but Mirage moved away.
Mirage punishes Murhaa's body with a nice straight punch.
A jab from Murhaa finds it's way through Mirage's defenses.
Mirage connects with a leg kick. Murhaa looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
A telegraphed right hand from Mirage misses the target.
Mirage avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Murhaa misses the jab.
Mirage scores with a leg kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Murhaa checks a leg kick.
Mirage swings for the body but Murhaa moves out of range. #T1#
Nice body punch from Murhaa.
Murhaa misses with an uppercut. Mirage saw that one coming.
It looked like Mirage was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Murhaa.
Mirage uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Murhaa.
Mirage connects with a high kick. #CL2#
Murhaa closes the distance and clinches.
Murhaa pushes Mirage back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Murhaa misses with a hook from the clinch.
Murhaa's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#CUT#
It looks like Pauke Murhaa has been cut.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Murhaa misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Mirage scores with a nice hook to the head.
Murhaa lands a shoulder strike.
Mirage looking to stall.
Murhaa presses Mirage against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Murhaa digs a right hand into Mirage's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Mirage's gas tank.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Murhaa lands a right hand. #T2#
A shot in the inside from Murhaa.
Murhaa lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Mirage.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Murhaa misses with a short punch on the inside.
Mirage blocking some punches.
Murhaa scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Mirage misses with a punch to the body.
Murhaa misses with a punch to the body.
Murhaa scores with a nice hook to the head.
Mirage can't find room to land a body shot as Murhaa controls the action.
Murhaa goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Murhaa throws a head punch that misses.
Mirage scores with a shoulder strike.
Murhaa lands with a light punch inside.
Murhaa misses with a hook from the clinch.
Murhaa tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mirage.
Mirage scores with a shoulder strike.
Murhaa misses with a short punch on the inside.
Murhaa tries a body shot but Mirage blocks it. #T3#
Mirage scores with a shoulder strike.
A head punch on the inside from Murhaa fails to land.
A right hand to the body from Mirage.
Murhaa goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Pauke Murhaa seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Murhaa presses Mirage against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Mirage blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Mirage holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Murhaa tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Mirage has a couple of punches blocked by Murhaa.
A nice right hand lands inside from Mirage.
Murhaa fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Mirage blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Murhaa lands an uppercut.
Murhaa misses with the head strike.
Mirage gets through Murhaa's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Murhaa blocks a body shot from Mirage.
Murhaa misses with some punches. #T4#
Murhaa fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Mirage pushes Murhaa back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Murhaa misses with some punches.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Murhaa working aggressively here.
Murhaa blocks a body shot from Mirage.
Mirage prevents a body shot from Murhaa.
Murhaa fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Mirage misses with some punches.
A body shot lands from Mirage.
Mirage tries a body shot but Murhaa blocks it.
Mirage misses with a hook to the ribs.
Murhaa blocks a body shot from Mirage.
Murhaa lands with a light punch inside.
Murhaa trying to stall but Mirage improves his position.
Mirage lands a body shot.
Mirage blocks an uppercut.
Murhaa struggles to land a body shot inside as Mirage controls his hands.
Murhaa tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A left hand lands to the body for Mirage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Pauke Murhaa will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Pauke Murhaa's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Mirage connects with the punch.
Mirage throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Murhaa counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Murhaa lands a nice hook to Mirage's body. Mirage takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Murhaa uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mirage.
Mirage connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Murhaa's hands.
Jab by Murhaa.
Murhaa throws out a loose jab but Mirage uses good head movement to avoid it.
Murhaa connects with the punch.
Mirage takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Murhaa changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Murhaa on the wrong end of a kick 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!
Mirage throws a body punch but Murhaa moves out of range.
Murhaa walks forward, straight into a front kick from Mirage.
Murhaa with a nice cross.
Mirage lands a right hook to the body.
Murhaa connects with a leg kick. Mirage looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. #T1#
Mirage throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Murhaa thows a left - swing and a miss!
Mirage waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Murhaa.
Mirage slips a straight right by Murhaa.
Murhaa has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Mirage.
Mirage swings widly with a right hand
and Murhaa counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Mirage jabs at Murhaa's body.
Mirage lets loose with a powerful body kick. Murhaa will feel that in the morning.
Murhaa jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Mirage misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Murhaa. #CL2#
Murhaa moves into the clinch successfully.
Mirage blocks a body shot from Murhaa.
A head punch on the inside from Murhaa fails to land.
Mirage lands a hook that snaps the head of Murhaa backwards.
Mirage lands a nice uppercut.
Alphonzo Mirage has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mirage prevents a body shot from Murhaa.
Murhaa throws a punch but it's blocked by Mirage.
Mirage lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Mirage.
A head punch on the inside from Murhaa fails to land.
Mirage misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A shot in the inside from Murhaa.
Good body shot from Murhaa.
Murhaa tries to stall but Mirage uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Mirage tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Murhaa.
Mirage is stalling here.
Murhaa swings wildly with an uppercut but Mirage uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mirage blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Mirage tries to work over Murhaa's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Murhaa lands with a short shot to the head. #T3#
Murhaa scores with a shot to the side of Mirage's head.
Mirage blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Mirage tries a body shot but Murhaa blocks it.
A right hand to the body from Murhaa.
Mirage tries to throw a body punch but Murhaa avoids it by throwing Mirage back against the cage.
Murhaa swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Mirage misses with a punch on the inside.
Mirage blocks a punch to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mirage.
Mirage misses with a punch to the body.
Mirage blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Mirage doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Murhaa misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Murhaa misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Mirage scores with a shot to the side of Murhaa's head.
Mirage working aggressively here.
Mirage is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Murhaa is keeping busy.#T4#
Murhaa throws a punch but it's blocked by Mirage.
Murhaa misses with the head strike.
Murhaa goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Murhaa.
Murhaa doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Mirage misses with a punch to the body.
Murhaa misses with some punches.
Murhaa can't find room to land a body shot as Mirage controls the action.
Murhaa misses with some punches.
Murhaa misses with a punch on the inside.
Mirage blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Mirage misses with a hook from the clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Murhaa misses with a hook to the ribs.
Mirage lands a shoulder strike.
A short left from Mirage.
Mirage scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Mirage blocks a couple of punches on the inside.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Pauke Murhaa.
Well Murhaa 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 George Francis scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 27:30
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Pauke Murhaa!

 

Event: KOFC 97 - Petrov vs Kromog     
Date:   Apr 04, 2018
#R1#
Filho throws a lazy uppercut
and Mirage cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT2#
It looks like Pedro Rodrigues Filho has been cut.
Mirage goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Mirage lands a nice looking body kick.
Mirage misses with a body shot
and Filho counters with a left and a right that stings Mirage.
Filho connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Mirage thows a body kick. Filho tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Filho takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Filho misses the body punch
and Mirage counters with a lovely straight 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!
Mirage scores with a head kick.
Mirage turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#T1#
A good leg kick by Mirage.
Mirage slips a jab and a cross from Filho.
Mirage throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Mirage misses with a body shot.
Mirage is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Filho.
Mirage chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Mirage connects with a good right hand that stumbles Filho. Filho circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Mirage scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
A lazy body kick from Mirage
and Filho counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Mirage lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#T2#
Mirage throws a front kick aimed at Filho's knee but Filho avoids it well.
Mirage thuds his shin into the meat of Filho's side.
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!
Filho misses with a body shot
and Mirage counters with a solid body kick.
Filho ducks under a wild hook from Mirage.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Mirage.
Mirage throws a leg kick but Filho checks it.
Mirage thows a left - swing and a miss!
Filho was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Filho takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Mirage misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #T3#
Mirage swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Filho.#CUT2#
Pedro Rodrigues Filho's cut is getting worse.
Filho has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Mirage.
Mirage shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Filho takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Mirage throws a low kick but it's checked well by Filho.
Mirage throws a nice inside leg kick.
Filho throws an off balance right hand
and Mirage counters with an inside leg kick.
Filho checks a low kick from Mirage.
Filho works Mirage's body with a nice hook.
Filho is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.#T4#
Mirage misses the jab.
Mirage tries a low kick but Filho avoids it.
Mirage takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Mirage throws a leg kick
and Mirage takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Filho tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Mirage manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Mirage flicks out a counter leg kick but Filho steps away.
Mirage throws a leg kick
and Filho counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Filho takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Filho will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Mirage cracks Filho with an open hand slap.
Mirage throws a half hearted mid kick.
A low kick from Mirage misses
and Filho counters with a left and a right that stings Mirage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alphonzo Mirage dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Pedro Rodrigues Filho's cut.
That's time! Filho's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
A chopping leg kick lands by Mirage.
Mirage tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Filho was well out of range. Poor timing from Mirage.
As Mirage looks to move away, Filho throws a big counter combo but Mirage just gets out of the way.
Mirage scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Mirage thows a body kick. Filho tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Mirage ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Filho moves away.
A good leg kick by Mirage.
Mirage misses with a kick to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mirage throws a hook but Filho blocks it.
Mirage buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Mirage scores with a spinning back kick!#T1#
Mirage throws a head kick but Filho moves out of range.
Filho lands with a straight right. Mirage didn't see that one coming.
A low kick from Mirage misses
and Filho counters with a nice uppercut.
Alphonzo Mirage seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Mirage - that will leave a mark!
Mirage scores with a jab.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Mirage 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.
Mirage connects with a body shot.
Filho moves out of range as Mirage throws a body kick.
Filho appears to be looking for a big counter.
Filho throws a body punch but Mirage moves out of range.
Mirage tries to work over Filho's front leg with a kick but Filho checks it.
Filho swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#T2#
Filho moves out of range as Mirage throws a body kick.
Filho was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Mirage getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Mirage connects with a crisp jab. #CUT2#
Pedro Rodrigues Filho's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect 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!
Filho moves out of range of the strikes.
Mirage throws a leg kick but Filho sees it coming and moves out of range.
It looked like Filho wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Mirage thumps Filho with a low kick.
Mirage scores with a shot to the body.
A lazy body kick from Mirage
letting Filho counter with a right hand.
Filho loads up on a big right hand but Mirage slips the punch.
Mirage appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#T3#
Mirage lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Mirage buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Mirage finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Filho throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Filho on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Mirage. Mirage obviously looking to wear him down.
Mirage throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Mirage fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Mirage thuds his shin into the meat of Filho's side.
A slow jab from Filho misses its intended target. #T4#
A kick lands to the mid section there for Mirage.
Mirage lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Filho might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Mirage lands a jab to the nose.
Mirage has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Filho tries to close the distance and clinch but Mirage swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Mirage throws a lazy body kick
and Filho counters with a straight right hand.
Mirage looks to land a body kick but Filho moved away.
Filho takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Filho's legs have taken a beating and he's really slowing down as a result.
Filho takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alphonzo Mirage showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Pedro Rodrigues Filho'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!
#R3#
Filho shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Mirage eats them both and turns towards Filho to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Mirage thows a body kick. Filho tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Filho misses with a body shot.
Mirage follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Mirage scores with a jab to the body.
Mirage with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Filho to score with a decent uppercut.
Mirage explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mirage throws a solid leg kick but Filho takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Mirage.
Filho throws out a loose jab but Mirage uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mirage throws a quick inside leg kick. #T1#
Mirage throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Filho swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Mirage bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Mirage throws a jab but it's blocked by Filho.
Mirage lands with a good body shot.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Filho moves out of range of the body kick from Mirage.
Filho appears to be looking for a big counter.
Filho takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Mirage has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Mirage throws a sloppy head kick
and Filho counters with a nice body shot.
Filho thows a left - swing and a miss!
Mirage fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Filho is out of range.
Filho is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Mirage.
Alphonzo Mirage seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T2#
Mirage dodges the punch combination from Filho.
Mirage throws the kick towards the body but Filho avoids it.
A little feinted left hand from Filho on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Mirage looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
A little feinted left hand from Filho on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Filho throws a lazy uppercut
and Mirage counters with a nice body kick.
Mirage is looking to land body kicks.
Filho moves out of range of the strikes.
Filho was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Mirage lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Filho at a distance.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mirage lands a leg kick that knocks Filho off balance momentarily.#T3#
Mirage with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Mirage buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Filho checks the leg kick nicely there.
The crowd cheers as Mirage lands an impressive looking overhand right. Filho doesn't seem phased though.
Mirage lands with a thumping leg kick.
Filho doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Mirage connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Mirage lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#T4#
Filho takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Nice shot lands for Mirage.
Mirage scores with a jab to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mirage jabs at Filho's body.
Mirage fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Mirage fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Filho has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Filho lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Mirage. Filho shrugs it off though.
Pedro Rodrigues Filho has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Alphonzo Mirage is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Mirage looks to score with a jab to the body but Filho is just out of range.

And that's the end of the fight!
Alphonzo Mirage comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Mirage 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 Robert Twigg scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 27:30
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alphonzo Mirage!

Alphonzo Mirage seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: Gladiators 76 Mace v Knox 3     
Date:   Feb 09, 2018
#R1#
Mirage uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Vinegar.
Mirage has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Vinegar is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Vinegar pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Mirage steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Mirage throws an overhand right that lands on Vinegar's shoulder, as Vinegar tries to avoid the shot.
An attempted straight right counter from Vinegar misses the target.
Vinegar throws a body punch but Mirage moves out of range.
Vinegar lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Mirage bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
We've been hearing reports that Vinegar has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
The fighters circling - Vinegar throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Mirage blocks a jab.
Vic Vinegar seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Vinegar looks to throw the jab but Mirage is out of range.
Vinegar misses with a looping right.
Mirage steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Vinegar.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A looping hook to the body misses from Vinegar. Mirage does a little dance to reset his feet.
Vinegar misses with a body punch
and Mirage cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT2#
It looks like Vic Vinegar has been cut.
Vinegar jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Mirage unleashes a big counter combination but Vinegar bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Vinegar throws a body shot but no joy.
Mirage moves out of range of the strikes.
Mirage is trying to counter with his kicks.#T1#
Vinegar throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Mirage moves out of range as Vinegar strikes.
Mirage lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Mirage connects with a single shot there.
Mirage throws out a loose jab but Vinegar uses good head movement to avoid it.
Vinegar throws a hook but Mirage avoids it easily.
Vinegar checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Mirage connects with an inside leg kick.
Vinegar keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mirage keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Vinegar throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Mirage! But no joy.
Mirage connects with a leg kick. Vinegar looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
A head kick misses from Mirage.
Mirage looks to score with a jab to the body but Vinegar is just out of range.
Mirage avoids the body shot from Vinegar. #T2#
Vinegar ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mirage moves away.
Mirage looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Vinegar throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Mirage enables Vinegar to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Mirage manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.#ES2#
Mirage has his feet on Vinegar's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Vinegar looks to score with a jab to the body but Mirage is just out of range.
Vinegar pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Vinegar swings for the body but Mirage moves out of range.
Mirage tries a head kick but it misses.
A head kick by Vinegar misses
and Mirage counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Mirage connects with a leg kick. Vinegar looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Alphonzo Mirage is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A thudding body kick lands there by Mirage!
Mirage lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Mirage slips a straight right by Vinegar.
Mirage swings for the body but Vinegar moves out of range. #T3#
Mirage throws a nice inside leg kick.
Good exchange - Vinegar coming out on top.
A clash of legs there as Vinegar blocks the low kick.
Vinegar appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Vinegar moves away from the strike by Mirage.
Vinegar misses with a right hand
and Mirage counters with a nice leg kick.
Vinegar moves out of range of the body kick.
Vinegar throws a shot from downtown. Mirage moves away and avoids it.
Vinegar misses with a body shot
and Mirage counters with an outside leg kick.
Mirage moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Mirage lands a body shot.
Vinegar checks the leg kick nicely there.
A little feinted left hand from Vinegar on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Vinegar scores with a nice right hand.
Mirage doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Vinegar throws a jab but it's blocked by Mirage. #T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mirage keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mirage thuds his shin into the meat of Vinegar's side.
Vinegar throws a lazy uppercut
and Mirage counters with a thumping low kick.
Mirage uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Vinegar.
Mirage flicks out a counter leg kick but Vinegar steps away.
Mirage defending well as Vinegar loads up on a big left hand.
Mirage scores with a push kick.
Vinegar is breathing heavily.
Vinegar tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mirage was well out of range. Poor timing from Vinegar.
Mirage looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Vinegar misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Mirage counters with a nice body kick.
Decent striking displayed by Vinegar there.
Vinegar misses with a hook.
Vinegar is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Vinegar swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Mirage looks to throw the jab but Vinegar is out of range.
Mirage looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Mirage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alphonzo Mirage dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Vic Vinegar's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Vinegar throws a jab but it's blocked by Mirage.
Mirage takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Mirage walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#TD#
Vinegar drives through with a takedown into guard.
Mirage has control of Vinegar's left arm, preventing Vinegar from doing any damage.
Mirage wants to sweep but no luck.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mirage is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Vinegar scoring with some ground and pound.
Vinegar trying to control the position from guard on top but Mirage is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Vinegar has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T1#
Mirage looking to hit a scissor sweep but Vinegar is one step ahead there.
Mirage is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Vinegar is controlling him. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Vinegar lands a body shot.
Mirage misses the shot to the body.
Decent striking displayed by Vinegar there.
Mirage looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Mirage misses with an attempted mid kick.
Vinegar half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#T2#
Vinegar takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Vinegar tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Vinegar throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Mirage only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Vinegar swings for the body but Mirage moves out of range.
Mirage throws out a counter right but Vinegar avoids it with no problem.
Mirage ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Vinegar moves away.
Mirage tries a head kick but it misses.
Mirage throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Vinegar takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Mirage keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Vinegar.
Mirage misses with a wild body shot.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Vinegar works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Vinegar misses with an uppercut
and Mirage counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Vinegar throws a body shot but no joy.
Vinegar misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mirage. #T3#
Vinegar fails with a takedown attempt.
Vinegar has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Mirage.
Mirage avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
It seemed like Mirage was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Mirage misses with a head kick.
Mirage lands a jab to the nose.
Mirage connects with a leg kick. Vinegar looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
A clash of legs there as Vinegar blocks the low kick.
Mirage takes a swing at Vinegar's ribcage but misses.
Vinegar will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Mirage just misses with a punch to the body.
Vinegar connects with a body shot that sends Mirage's belly button to the back.#T4#
Vinegar tries a head kick but it misses.
Vinegar takes one on the button.
Mirage throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Vinegar smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Mirage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mirage fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Vinegar has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
A telegraphed right hand from Vinegar misses the target.
Mirage throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Vinegar stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Vinegar misses with an uppercut. Mirage saw that one coming.
A little jabbing left from Mirage on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Vinegar misses with a looping left.
Mirage throws a nice inside leg kick.
Mirage takes a swing at Vinegar's ribcage but misses.
Mirage fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Vinegar checks it well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Alphonzo Mirage will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Vic Vinegar's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Nice shot by Vinegar.
Mirage looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Vinegar tries to counter with a takedown but Mirage is quick to defend against it.
Alphonzo Mirage seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Jab, jab by Vinegar - just one landing.
A jab from Vinegar misses.
A nice inside leg kick there by Mirage. That's going to slow Vinegar down.
Mirage stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Mirage wants it to stay on the feet.
Mirage slips under a jab.
Mirage blocks a jab.
Mirage swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Mirage jabs at Vinegar's body.
Vinegar throws a hook but Mirage avoids it easily.
Vinegar backing away here, and Mirage unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mirage cracks the inside of Vinegar's front leg.
Mirage moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Vinegar misses with a hook. Mirage ducked under it nicely.
Vinegar scores with a hook to the body. Mirage takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #T1#
Vinegar misses with an uppercut. Mirage saw that one coming.
And Mirage responds with a good body kick, but Vinegar manages to step out the way in time.
Mirage misses with a kick to the body.
A punch lands to the side of Mirage 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Mirage throws a push kick but Vinegar slaps the foot to one side.
Vinegar's legs have taken a beating and he's really slowing down as a result.
Vinegar lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Mirage at a distance.
Mirage slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Mirage slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Vinegar takes a swing at Mirage's ribcage but misses.
Mirage tried to score with a low kick but Vinegar checks it.
Vinegar looks to land a left hand but Mirage moved out of range nicely.
Vinegar stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Vinegar misses with a looping left.
Vinegar misses the shot to the body.
Mirage only half commits to the counter leg kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Vinegar misses the target.
Mirage doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Mirage has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.#T2#
Vinegar throws out a loose jab but Mirage uses good head movement to avoid it.
Vinegar thows a left - swing and a miss!
Vinegar takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Vinegar looks to score with a jab to the body but Mirage is just out of range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Vinegar misses with a hook to the body
and Mirage counters with a good low kick that Vinegar was not able to check.
Mirage misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Vinegar.
Vinegar misses with a hook.
Vinegar lands a nice hook to Mirage's body. Mirage takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
A decent looking cross lands there for Vinegar.
Vinegar keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Vinegar attempts a counter takedown but Mirage avoids it well and moves away.
Mirage swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Vinegar was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Mirage throws the kick towards the body but Vinegar avoids it.
Vinegar tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Mirage defends well and Vinegar ends up having to push Mirage into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Mirage is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#T3#
Vinegar throws a jab when Mirage was well out of range.
Mirage throws a front kick aimed at Vinegar's knee but Vinegar avoids it well.
Vinegar throwing a counter right hand but Mirage manages to avoid it.
Vinegar throws a leg kick that misses.
Vinegar throws a poor cross that misses
and Mirage counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT2#
Vic Vinegar's cut is getting worse.
Vinegar misses with a hook
and Mirage counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
A head kick misses from Mirage.
It looked like Vinegar wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Vinegar looks to land a left hand but Mirage moved out of range nicely.
Vinegar throws a right hand that misses
and Mirage counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
A big left from Vinegar misses.
Vinegar walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Mirage moves out of range of the strikes.
A solid leg kick lands there for Mirage.
Mirage misses with a low kick.#T4#
Vinegar throws a predictable looking body shot
and Mirage connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Mirage throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Vinegar on the side of the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mirage lands a front kick.
Vinegar throws an off balance right hand
and Mirage counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Mirage scores with a kick to the midsection.
Mirage throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Vinegar appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Vinegar takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Mirage fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Vinegar throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Mirage sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Mirage doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Mirage keeps Vinegar at a distance using the push kick.
Mirage blocks a head kick by Vinegar.
Mirage lands with a nice body kick.
Vic Vinegar has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Alphonzo Mirage is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Mirage connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Vinegar momentarily.

And that's the end of the fight!
Alphonzo Mirage comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Mirage 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 Colin Fray scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paul Gruel scores the fight 28:30
Judge Roger Salmon scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alphonzo Mirage!

Our winner, Alphonzo Mirage, 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: Gladiators 72 Petrovs v Mirage     
Date:   Jan 12, 2018
#R1#
Mirage lands a glancing blow to the side of Petrovs's head.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Petrovs checks a leg kick.
Good exchange - Mirage coming out on top.#CUT2#
It looks like Kaspars Petrovs has been cut.
Petrovs slips a straight right by Mirage.
Petrovs is looking to counter punch.
Mirage has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Petrovs is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Petrovs throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Mirage tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Petrovs was well out of range. Poor timing from Mirage.
As Mirage looks to move away, Petrovs throws a big counter combo but Mirage just gets out of the way.
Mirage misses with an attempted mid kick.
We've been told by Petrovs's head coaches at Zero Tolerance that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Petrovs looks to land a right hand but Mirage moved out of range.
Petrovs throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Petrovs lands a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Petrovs connects with a jab.
Mirage rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Petrovs counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T1#
Petrovs loads up on a big right hand but Mirage slips the punch.
Mirage on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Mirage throws a low kick but Petrovs avoids it.
Petrovs misses with an uppercut
and Mirage counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#KD#
Petrovs lands a jab followed by a vicious hook that sends Mirage sprawling to the canvas. Petrovs follows him down, looking for the kill. Can Mirage hang on? #ROC#
Mirage is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Alphonzo Mirage has been cut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mirage tries to get to full guard but Petrovs has control of the leg.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Mirage is holding on to half guard well.
Petrovs wants to stand but Mirage has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now. #T2#
Mirage wants to get back to full guard.
Mirage keeps trying to improve his position.
Petrovs wants to stand but Mirage has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Petrovs is thwarting Mirage's attempts to control the position.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T3#
Mirage fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Petrovs manages to avoid it.
Mirage throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Petrovs avoids a punch combination nicely.
Petrovs looks to land a right hand but Mirage moved out of range.
Mirage swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Petrovs throws a jab but it's blocked by Mirage.
Petrovs throws the left hand but Mirage avoids the punch easily.
A low kick from Mirage misses
and Petrovs counters with a left and a right that stings Mirage.
Mirage dodges the punch combination from Petrovs.
Petrovs backing away here, and Mirage unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Petrovs takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#T4#
Petrovs throws a jab but it's blocked by Mirage.
Petrovs looks to land a left hand but Mirage moved out of range nicely.
Mirage throws a body kick that misses.
Petrovs has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Mirage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mirage feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Petrovss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Mirage misses with an uppercut.
Petrovs throwing a counter right hand but Mirage manages to avoid it.
Mirage misses with a kick to the body
and Petrovs counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Petrovs tries to close the distance and clinch but Mirage swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Mirage misses with a leg kick.
Mirage dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kaspars Petrovs dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
A jab from Petrovs misses.
Mirage follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Petrovs takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Mirage tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Petrovs was well out of range. Poor timing from Mirage.
Mirage looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Petrovs moves out of range as Mirage strikes.
Mirage throws a leg kick which misses Petrovs's front leg but catches the back leg as Petrovs tries to avoid it.
Petrovs moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Mirage connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mirage throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Kaspars Petrovs is winning the standup battle so far.
Petrovs misses with an uppercut.
Mirage throws a front kick aimed at Petrovs's knee but Petrovs avoids it well.
A cross from Petrovs lands.#T1#
Mirage uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Petrovs.
Petrovs lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Mirage circles away quickly and effectively.
Mirage tries a quick counter leg kick but Petrovs is wise to it.
Petrovs throws a lazy uppercut
and Mirage counters with a lovely shot to the body.
That kick from Mirage tenderised Petrovs's leg. Petrovs is trying to keep his angry face on.
Petrovs walks forward, straight into a front kick from Mirage.
Mirage showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Petrovs.
Petrovs will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Petrovs blocks the body kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by Mirage. #T2#
Petrovs throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Mirage tries a quick counter leg kick but Petrovs is wise to it.
Petrovs throws a series of punches but Mirage avoids them all with ease.
Petrovs throws a poor cross that misses
and Mirage counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Mirage keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mirage misses with a leg kick
and Petrovs counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Petrovs misses with a looping left.
Mirage connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Mirage throws a wild body kick that Petrovs sees coming a mile off.
Petrovs is looking to counter punch.
Mirage has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Petrovs misses with a looping right.
That kick from Mirage tenderised Petrovs's leg. Petrovs is trying to keep his angry face on.
Petrovs avoids the body shot from Mirage. #T3#
Petrovs rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Mirage moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Mirage was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Mirage scores with a nice body kick.
Mirage shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Mirage fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Petrovs has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Mirage scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Petrovs looks to land a right hand but Mirage moved out of range.
Petrovs blocks a low kick nicely.
Mirage slips under a jab from Petrovs.
Mirage misses with a leg kick
letting Petrovs counter with a right hand.
Mirage thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Petrovs if he has to take too many more of those.
Mirage takes one to the side of the head. #T4#
Mirage takes a swing at Petrovs's ribcage but misses.
Petrovs swings for the body but Mirage moves out of range.
Mirage chopping away at his opponent's legs.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Petrovs digs a good hook to Mirage's body.
Petrovs thows a left - swing and a miss!
Mirage misses with a kick to the body
and Petrovs counters with a straight right hand.
Petrovs tries to clinch up.
Mirage looks like he wants to counter punch here.#KD2#
Mirage lands a big head kick that sends Petrovs tumbling to the mat! Mirage takes a step backwards and waves Petrovs back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#
Petrovs is rocked!
Mirage throws a hook but Petrovs blocks it.
Petrovs misses with a series of wild punches.
Mirage throws a counter combo.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alphonzo Mirage showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
A combination from Mirage does no damage.
Petrovs chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Mirage can pounce on him.
Mirage misses with a low kick.
Petrovs misses with a hook
and Mirage counters with a nice body kick.
Nice uppercut lands for Mirage. That snapped Petrovs's head back.
Mirage throws a push kick but Petrovs slaps the foot to one side.
Petrovs moves out of range of the body kick from Mirage.
Petrovs fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Mirage on the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mirage misses with the body kick
letting Petrovs counter with a right hand.
Petrovs cracks Mirage with a right hand to the side of the head.
Petrovs looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Mirage let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#T1#
Petrovs throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
A telegraphed right hand from Mirage misses the target.
A little feinted left hand from Petrovs on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Petrovs lands a slapping body shot.
Petrovs misses with a straight left.
Petrovs throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Petrovs throws a body shot but no joy.
Mirage steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Petrovs has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Mirage.
A nice inside leg kick there by Mirage. That's going to slow Petrovs down.
Petrovs blocks a low kick nicely.
Petrovs connects with the punch.
Petrovs lands with a hook. Mirage tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #T2#
Petrovs checks a leg kick nicely.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mirage slips a jab from Petrovs.
Petrovs on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Mirage. Mirage obviously looking to wear him down.
Petrovs ducks right into an uppercut from Mirage.
Mirage 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.
Mirage misses with a low kick as Petrovs jumps back.
Mirage fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Petrovs manages to avoid it.
It looked like Petrovs wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Nice uppercut lands for Mirage. That snapped Petrovs's head back.
Petrovs misses with an uppercut.
Petrovs swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T3#
Jab, jab by Mirage - just one landing.
Nice defenses there by Mirage.
Mirage misses with a hook.
A telegraphed right hand from Petrovs misses the target.
Mirage shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Petrovs is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Petrovs falls off balance throwing a combination
and Mirage counters with a nice low kick that buckles Petrovs's knee momentarily.
Mirage throws a looping overhand right but Petrovs ducks down to avoid it.
Petrovs swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Petrovs's legs have taken a beating and he's really slowing down as a result.
Mirage cracks the inside of Petrovs's front leg.
Mirage throws a shot from downtown. Petrovs moves away and avoids it.
Nice defenses there by Mirage.
Mirage only half commits to the counter leg kick.#T4#
Petrovs takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Petrovs thows a left - swing and a miss!
Petrovs will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Mirage misses with a kick to the body.
Mirage scores with a kick to the body.
Mirage misses with a body kick.
Mirage misses with a body shot.
Petrovs moves out of range as Mirage throws a body kick.
Mirage keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Petrovs.
Mirage lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
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!
Mirage defending well as Petrovs loads up on a big left hand.

And that's the end of the fight!
Alphonzo Mirage comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Mirage 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 Jeff Smith scores the fight 28:29
Judge Paul Gruel scores the fight 28:29
Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alphonzo Mirage!

An out of breath Alphonzo Mirage thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: Gladiators 65 Wesley v Rocco 2     
Date:   Dec 16, 2017
#R1#
Mirage fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Ford is out of range.
Ford rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Mirage counters with a nice body shot.
Mirage steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ford.
Mirage circles away from the clinch attempt.
Nice body kick there by Mirage.
Ford misses with a double jab.
Ford avoids a kick to the body.
Mirage misses with a body kick.
Ford throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ford throws out a powerful jab.
Ford lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Mirage scores with a spinning back kick!#CL2#
Mirage gets a clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Ford fails to land.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mirage.
Mirage lands a body punch in the clinch.
Ford is breathing heavily.
Mirage lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Ford.#T1#
Mirage lands a body shot in the clinch.
I was talking to Ford's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Ford misses with a hook from the clinch.
Mirage lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Mirage tries to throw a body punch but Ford avoids it by throwing Mirage back against the cage.
Mirage stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
A short right from Mirage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ford.
Ford prevents a body shot from Mirage.
Come on Mirage - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Mirage is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Ford misses with some punches.
Mirage scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Mirage lands with a light punch inside.
Ford lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A nice left hand lands by Mirage.
Mirage lands a nice uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mirage cracks Ford with a nice body shot.#T2#
Mirage lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Mirage gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Mirage lands a body shot in the clinch.
Mirage lands a left hand that snaps the head of Ford backwards.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Mirage.
Mirage works on Ford's body with a couple of short punches.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Mirage.
Mirage lands a right hand.
Mirage lands a nice shot to the body.
Mirage lands a shoulder strike.
Mirage lands with a left to the head.
Mirage lands with a short head shot on the inside. #ROC2#
Ford is rocked!
Mirage lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Oh Ford is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Mirage lands a shot to the body.
Mirage unloads with a big right hand that wobbles Ford! He's leaning against the cage trying to keep his feet but Mirage is unloading with more strikes now! Ford drops to his knees and the referee stops the fight for a TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Alphonzo Mirage!
During a confident post fight interview, Alphonzo Mirage thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: Gladiators 59 Cedric v Jacks     
Date:   Nov 10, 2017
#R1#
A nice leg kick lands there from Van Buren.
Van Buren throws a good cross that connects.
Van Buren with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Van Buren misses the shot to the body.
Van Buren checks the leg kick nicely there.
Van Buren misses with a body kick.
Mirage turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Van Buren misses with a hook. Mirage ducked under it nicely.
Van Buren fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Mirage on the side of the head.
Mirage slips a straight right by Van Buren.
Mirage throws an off balance right hand
and Van Buren counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Van Buren lands a nice shot to the body.
Mirage throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Mirage slips a straight right by Van Buren.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mirage takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Mirage misses with a low kick.
Van Buren lands a leg kick that knocks Mirage off balance momentarily.
Van Buren misses with a body shot
and Mirage counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Mirage looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Van Buren moves out of range of the body kick from Mirage.
A clash of legs there as Van Buren blocks the low kick.#T1#
Mirage takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Mirage throws a leg kick that misses.
Decent striking displayed by Van Buren there.
A nice inside leg kick there by Van Buren. That's going to slow Mirage down.
Mirage staying out of range there.
Van Buren takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Joost Van Buren seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Van Buren scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Van Buren throws a chopping leg kick but Mirage manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Van Buren looks to throw the jab but Mirage is out of range.
Van Buren has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Mirage misses with a low kick.
Van Buren takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Van Buren misses with a low kick.
Van Buren lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Van Buren throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Mirage takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Mirage jabs at Van Buren's body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mirage has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Van Buren.#T2#
Van Buren showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Mirage.
Van Buren throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Van Buren ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Van Buren connects with an inside leg kick.
Mirage connects with a single shot there.
Mirage swings for the body but Van Buren moves out of range.
Mirage throws a low kick, looking for Van Buren's leg but Van Buren calmly moves out of range.
Van Buren punishes Mirage's body with a nice straight punch.
Mirage misses with a body kick.
Mirage swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Mirage thumps Van Buren with a low kick.#CL#
Mirage darts in and clinches Van Buren up against the cage.
Van Buren scores with a nice hook to the head.
Mirage blocks a body shot from Van Buren.
A head punch on the inside from Mirage fails to land. #BC2#
Van Buren manages to break the clinch. #T3#
A clash of legs there as Mirage blocks the low kick.
Mirage throws a solid leg kick but Van Buren takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Mirage.
A thudding body kick lands there by Mirage!
Van Buren throws a low kick but Mirage moves out of range easily.
Van Buren scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Mirage doesn't seem bothered though.
Mirage misses with a leg kick.
Van Buren misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mirage.
Van Buren checks a leg kick.
Van Buren looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Mirage throws a body kick that misses.
Mirage slips under a jab.
A swing and a miss from Van Buren.
As Van Buren backs away, Mirage returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Van Buren cracks a nice hook into Mirage's ribs.
Mirage is looking to score with low kicks.
An inside leg kick lands from Van Buren.
Nice uppercut lands for Van Buren. That snapped Mirage's head back. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#T4##BC2#
Van Buren breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Mirage throws a nice outside leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mirage walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Mirage checks a low kick from Van Buren.
Van Buren getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Mirage chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Van Buren ducks under a wild hook from Mirage.
Van Buren dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Mirage. That did some damage!
Mirage is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Mirage blocks a low kick nicely.
A jab from Van Buren finds it's way through Mirage's defenses.
Mirage bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Crunch! Mirage slams his shin into Van Buren's torso.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Van Buren swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Mirage pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Van Buren lands a nice leg kick that just misses Mirage's sensitive parts.
Van Buren digs a good body shot into Mirage's ribs.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Joost Van Buren dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Van Buren misses with a looping left.
Mirage pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Van Buren fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Mirage is out of range.
Mirage tries to clinch there but Van Buren circles away.
Jab by Van Buren.
Van Buren works the jab nicely.
A solid leg kick lands there for Van Buren.
Mirage with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Van Buren to score with a decent uppercut.
Van Buren is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Mirage.
Mirage loads up on a big right hand but Van Buren slips the punch.
A big left from Van Buren misses.
A shot to the body from Van Buren misses
and Mirage counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Van Buren shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Van Buren tries to work over Mirage's front leg with a kick but Mirage checks it.
Mirage doesn't manage to clinch there - Van Buren circles away.
Mirage throws a body shot but no joy.
Mirage scores with a crisp jab that stopped Van Buren in his tracks. #T1#
Van Buren scores with a crisp jab that stopped Mirage in his tracks.
Mirage swings for the body but Van Buren moves out of range.
Mirage ducks right into an uppercut from Van Buren.
Mirage scores with a leg kick.
Van Buren stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Van Buren lands with a shot to the body.
Mirage throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Mirage misses with a head kick.
A big right from Van Buren misses.
Van Buren throws a solid leg kick but Mirage takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Van Buren.
Mirage doesn't manage to clinch there - Van Buren circles away.
Van Buren works Mirage's body with a nice hook.
Mirage keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mirage avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Mirage sizes up Van Buren with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
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 left from Van Buren misses.
Mirage lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#T2#
Van Buren checks the leg kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Van Buren misses the target.
Mirage misses with a kick to the body
and Van Buren counters with a body kick.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Van Buren.
Van Buren checks a leg kick nicely.
Van Buren looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Van Buren misses with a head kick.
Van Buren throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mirage has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Mirage lands with a kick to the temple. Van Buren shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Van Buren on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Van Buren throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Mirage throws a big shot that misses.
Van Buren appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Van Buren misses with a wild body shot.
It looked like Mirage wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Mirage keeps Van Buren at a distance using the push kick.
Mirage scoring well with a low kick there.
Van Buren looks for the body kick but Mirage saw that one coming.
Van Buren fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#T3#
Nice body punch from Van Buren.
Good leg kick by Van Buren there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Joost Van Buren seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Mirage throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Van Buren throws a body shot but no joy.
Mirage is looking to clinch but Van Buren is avoiding it.
A solid leg kick lands there for Van Buren.
Mirage uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Van Buren.
Mirage is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Van Buren.
Van Buren keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mirage just misses with a punch to the body.
Mirage on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Mirage looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Van Buren throws a chopping leg kick but Mirage manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Mirage swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Mirage lands with a straight right. Van Buren didn't see that one coming.
Mirage is looking to clinch but Van Buren is avoiding it.
Van Buren scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Mirage moves out of range of the leg kick from Van Buren.
Mirage was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T4#
Mirage misses with an attempted mid kick.
Mirage throws out a leg kick but Van Buren moves out of range and Mirage only half commits.
Mirage connects with a crisp jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Van Buren feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Mirage's calf.
Van Buren misses with a wild body shot.
Van Buren tries to land a front kick but Mirage steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Van Buren fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mirage manages to avoid it.
Mirage throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Mirage waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Van Buren.
Mirage blocks a leg kick.
Van Buren throws out a powerful jab.
Van Buren misses the shot to the body.
Van Buren looks to land a right hand but Mirage moved out of range.
Van Buren misses with a leg kick.
Mirage throws a leg kick but Van Buren sees it coming and moves out of range.
Van Buren is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Mirage with a body shot.
Van Buren thows a left - swing and a miss!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Joost Van Buren 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#
Mirage fails with an attempt to clinch.
Van Buren lands a head shot.
Van Buren misses with a two punch combination.
Mirage throws a looping overhand right but Van Buren ducks down to avoid it.
Van Buren scoring well with a low kick there.
A slow jab from Mirage misses its intended target.
Mirage scores with a shot to the body.
Van Buren swings widly with a right hand
and Mirage counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Van Buren shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Van Buren throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mirage throws a leg kick but Van Buren checks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mirage dodges the punch combination from Van Buren.
Mirage is looking to counter with a body kick.
Van Buren shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Van Buren fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mirage throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T1#
Mirage takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Mirage avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Van Buren chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A low kick from Van Buren is predictable there
and Mirage counters with an inside leg kick.
Van Buren avoids a kick to the body.
Mirage is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Mirage slips under a jab from Van Buren.
Van Buren misses the jab.
Mirage lets loose with a powerful body kick. Van Buren will feel that in the morning.
Van Buren takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Mirage.
An inside leg kick from Mirage misses.
Mirage misses with a straight right.
Mirage throws a hook to the side of Van Buren's head but Van Buren sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Mirage throws a push kick but Van Buren slaps the foot to one side.
Mirage tries to move into range but Van Buren moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#T2#
Mirage steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Van Buren.
Van Buren misses with a jab, cross combination.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mirage throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Van Buren misses with a body shot.
Van Buren has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Good leg kick by Van Buren there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Mirage misses with a body kick.
Mirage misses with a low kick.
Van Buren blocks a leg kick.
Mirage tries to work over Van Buren's front leg with a kick but Van Buren checks it.
Van Buren misses with an uppercut. Mirage saw that one coming.
Mirage tried to score with a low kick but Van Buren checks it.
Van Buren lands a lovely overhand right.
Van Buren scores with a kick to the body.
A punch combination from Mirage misses.
Van Buren takes a swing at Mirage's ribcage but misses.
Mirage appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Mirage misses with a low kick. #T3#
Mirage on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Van Buren. Van Buren obviously looking to wear him down.
Van Buren circles away from the clinch attempt.
Van Buren throws a jab when Mirage was well out of range.
Van Buren throws a big shot that misses.
Mirage looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Van Buren lands with a straight right. Mirage didn't see that one coming.
A slow jab from Van Buren misses its intended target.
Mirage appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Van Buren takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Mirage feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Van Buren's calf.
Mirage misses with a leg kick.
Mirage gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Van Buren.
Van Buren is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Mirage.
Mirage swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Van Buren.
Van Buren lands a nice shot to the body.
Mirage uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Van Buren.
Mirage looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.#T4#
Mirage wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mirage ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Van Buren moves away.
Mirage looks to score with a jab to the body but Van Buren is just out of range.
Van Buren scores with a crisp jab that stopped Mirage in his tracks.
Mirage comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
The fighters circling - Mirage throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Van Buren walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Van Buren looks to land a combination but Mirage avoids it well.
Van Buren tries to work over Mirage's front leg with a kick but Mirage checks it.
Mirage misses the jab.
Van Buren lands with an overhand left.
Van Buren fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Mirage misses with an uppercut
and Van Buren counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Van Buren throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Mirage cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Van Buren lands a body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Joost Van Buren 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##CL#
Mirage closes the distance and pushes Van Buren back into the cage.
Mirage lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #BC2#
Van Buren manages to break the clinch.
Mirage is looking to land body kicks.
A big right from Van Buren misses.
Mirage lets loose with a powerful body kick. Van Buren will feel that in the morning.
Van Buren misses with a low kick.
Van Buren uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Mirage has time to react.
Mirage misses with a low kick.
Van Buren uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Mirage.
A head kick misses from Mirage.
Van Buren has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Mirage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mirage blocks the body kick.
Van Buren looks to land a left hand but Mirage moved out of range nicely.
Van Buren throws a big shot that misses.
Mirage drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Van Buren scores with a nice strike.#T1#
Mirage shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Some bone on bone action there as Van Buren checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Van Buren misses with a low kick.
Mirage misses with a low kick.
Van Buren misses with a leg kick.
Mirage cracks Van Buren with a good jab.
Mirage throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Mirage throws a leg kick that misses.
Van Buren swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Mirage. Van Buren does a little dance to reset his feet.
Mirage cracks the inside of Van Buren's front leg.
Mirage tries to land a leg kick but Van Buren saw it coming and moves away.
Mirage takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Mirage takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Mirage throws a body kick that misses
and Van Buren counters with a nice uppercut. #T2#
Mirage fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Van Buren throws a lazy uppercut
and Mirage counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Mirage displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Van Buren throws out the jab.
Mirage fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Van Buren manages to avoid it.
Van Buren appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Left hook, right uppercut from Van Buren.
Mirage works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
The fighters circling - Mirage throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Van Buren throws a nice outside leg kick.
Mirage on the wrong end of a nice hook.
An inside leg kick lands from Van Buren.
Van Buren rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Mirage counters with a good low kick that Van Buren was not able to check.
Mirage lands a jab.
Van Buren throws a jab but it's blocked by Mirage.
Van Buren defending well as Mirage loads up on a big left hand.
Mirage throws a head kick that misses. #T3#
Van Buren throws a shot from downtown. Mirage moves away and avoids it.
Mirage takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Van Buren lands with a shot to the body.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Van Buren, right into the meat.
Van Buren tries a head kick but it misses.
Van Buren misses the shot to the body.
Mirage throws a quick counter kick to the body but Van Buren avoids it.
Mirage moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Van Buren uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Mirage.
Mirage fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Van Buren checks it well.
Van Buren avoids a kick to the body.
Van Buren scores with a jab to the body.
Mirage uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Van Buren.
Mirage throws a lazy uppercut
and Van Buren counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Mirage throws the kick towards the body but Van Buren avoids it.
Van Buren finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt. #T4#
Mirage uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Van Buren.
Mirage with a body punch. A glancing blow.
A slow jab from Van Buren misses its intended target.
Mirage was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mirage lands with a thumping leg kick.
Van Buren pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Van Buren misses with a low kick.
Mirage connects with an inside leg kick.
Mirage scores with a sloppy right hand. Van Buren should have avoided that one.
Van Buren feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Mirage's calf.
A left lands for Mirage.
Mirage takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Nice uppercut lands for Mirage. That snapped Van Buren's head back.
Van Buren circles away from the clinch attempt
and Van Buren counters with a nice body kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Joost Van Buren will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R5#
Mirage misses with a low kick.
Nice shot lands for Van Buren.
Mirage fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Van Buren manages to avoid it.
Mirage misses with a body kick.
Van Buren fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Mirage checks it well.
The fighters circling - Mirage throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Van Buren avoids the body shot from Mirage.
Mirage scores with the left hand. Van Buren knows he should have avoided that one.
Mirage slips a straight right by Van Buren.
Van Buren throws a push kick but Mirage slaps the foot to one side.
Mirage lands a leg kick that knocks Van Buren off balance momentarily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice cross by Mirage.
Van Buren misses with a looping right.
Van Buren ducks right into an uppercut from Mirage.
Van Buren scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Van Buren slips under a jab.#T1#
Van Buren misses the shot to the body.
Mirage fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
A jab from Mirage finds it's way through Van Buren's defenses.
Van Buren lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Mirage circles away quickly and effectively.
Mirage looks to land a combination but Van Buren avoids it well.
Van Buren misses with a body shot.
Van Buren getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Van Buren blocks a leg kick.
Mirage tries a head kick but it misses.
Mirage throws a low kick, looking for Van Buren's leg but Van Buren calmly moves out of range.
Mirage misses with a body kick.
Mirage is looking to chop away at Van Buren's legs.
Mirage pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Van Buren.
Mirage takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Alphonzo Mirage has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Van Buren throws a two punch combo that lands 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!
A slapping leg kick lands for Van Buren.
A punch lands to the side of Mirage 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Good leg kick by Mirage there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Van Buren loads up on a big right hand but Mirage slips the punch.
Van Buren tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mirage was well out of range. Poor timing from Van Buren.
A looping hook to the body misses from Van Buren. Mirage does a little dance to reset his feet.
A quick step to the side and Mirage tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Van Buren misses with a looping left.
Van Buren takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Van Buren turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Mirage misses with a body shot.
Van Buren swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Mirage swings for the body but Van Buren moves out of range.
Van Buren blocks a jab.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Van Buren! But no joy.
Mirage moves away from the strike by Van Buren.
Mirage is looking to clinch. #T3#
Van Buren throws the left hand but Mirage avoids the punch easily.
Mirage throws a hook but Van Buren blocks it.
Van Buren takes a jab right on the kisser.
A bone on bone clash there as Van Buren blocks the leg kick.
Van Buren throws out a loose jab but Mirage uses good head movement to avoid it.
Van Buren with a nice cross.
Mirage fails with an attempt to clinch.
Van Buren uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mirage.
Van Buren unleashes a big counter combination but Mirage bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Van Buren throws a series of punches but Mirage avoids them all with ease.
Mirage walks forward, straight into a front kick from Van Buren.
Van Buren misses with a leg kick.
Mirage will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Mirage lands with a straight right. Van Buren didn't see that one coming.
An inside leg kick from Mirage misses.
Mirage swings for the body but Van Buren moves out of range. #T4#
Van Buren scores with a nice strike.
Mirage takes a body punch but keeps moving.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mirage throws a half hearted mid kick.
Van Buren lands with a slapping head kick.
A big left from Van Buren misses.
Mirage fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Van Buren checks it well.
Van Buren throws a lazy right hand but Mirage sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Mirage goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
A swing and a miss from Mirage.
Van Buren will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Mirage gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Van Buren.
Joost Van Buren is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Van Buren throws a nice outside leg kick.
Mirage missing with a left hand there. Van Buren was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Joost Van Buren.
I've got Van Buren 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 48:47
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 45:50
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 45:50

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Joost Van Buren!

Joost Van Buren is the new light heavyweight champion!

 

Event: Gladiators 55 Wesley v Goose     
Date:   Oct 22, 2017
#R1#
Kozlov misses the jab.
Mirage throws a half hearted mid kick.
A quick step to the side and Kozlov tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mirage misses with a kick to the body.
Mirage throws a half hearted mid kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Kozlov misses the target.
Kozlov backing away here, and Mirage unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Mirage checks a low kick from Kozlov.
Mirage misses the jab.
Kozlov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mirage.
Mirage throws a body shot but no joy.
Mirage throws a front kick aimed at Kozlov's knee but Kozlov avoids it well.
Mirage fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Kozlov has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kozlov misses with a looping left.
Mirage tries to land a front kick but Kozlov steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
An attempted straight right counter from Kozlov misses the target.
Kozlov wants to clinch.#CL#
Kozlov clinches up with Mirage and pushes him back against the cage.#T1#
Kozlov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kozlov misses with an elbow strike.
Kozlov avoiding damage.
Kozlov has Mirage pressed against the cage.
Kozlov prevents a body shot from Mirage.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Kozlov just misses with a elbow thrown towards Mirage's brow.
Mirage misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kozlov misses with the head strike. #BC#
Kozlov manages to break the clinch.
Mirage connects with a leg kick. Kozlov looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Mirage uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kozlov.
Mirage uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kozlov.
Kozlov throws out a loose jab but Mirage uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
Kozlov misses the shot to the body.
Kozlov throws the left hand but Mirage avoids the punch easily.
Mirage bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kozlov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Mirage looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
That kick from Mirage tenderised Kozlov's leg. Kozlov is trying to keep his angry face on.
Kozlov seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Kozlov ducks under a wild hook from Mirage.
Mirage has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Kozlov is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Kozlov throws a body punch but Mirage moves out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kozlov throws the left hand but Mirage avoids the punch easily.
Mirage now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Mirage misses with a low kick.
Mirage slips a straight right by Kozlov.
Mirage uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kozlov.
Mirage tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A slapping body kick lands there for Mirage.
Kozlov throws a leg kick but Mirage checks it. #T3#
Kozlov throws a jab but it's blocked by Mirage.
Mirage moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Mirage connects with a body shot that sends Kozlov's belly button to the back.
Mirage thows a leg kick but Kozlov checks it
and Kozlov counters with a straight right hand.
Mirage looks to land a body kick but Kozlov moved away.
Mirage drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#CL2#
Mirage closes the distance and clinches.
Mirage lands a body shot in the clinch.
Mirage cracks Kozlov with a nice body shot.
Mirage misses with a hook to the ribs.
A head punch on the inside from Mirage fails to land.
Kozlov misses with a hook to the ribs.
A shot in the inside from Mirage.
Mirage lands an uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mirage misses with a hook from the clinch.
Mirage manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Mirage goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T4#
Mirage misses with a body punch.
A shot in the inside from Kozlov.
Kozlov takes a shot to the head. #CUT2#
It looks like Ivan Kozlov has been cut.
A short right from Kozlov.
Kozlov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Mirage lands a body shot in the clinch.
Mirage lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kozlov backwards.
Mirage keeps control of Kozlov as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #BC#
Kozlov breaks from the clinch.
Mirage misses with a hook
and Kozlov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Mirage uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kozlov.
Kozlov throws a leg kick
and Mirage finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Kozlov is breathing heavily.#CL2#
Mirage clinches up with Kozlov and pushes him back against the cage.
Mirage dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alphonzo Mirage dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ivan Kozlov's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Kozlov 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.#CL#
Kozlov instigates a clinch.
Mirage misses with some punches.
Kozlov wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Mirage has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Mirage misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Mirage lands a nice uppercut.
Mirage lands a shoulder strike.
Kozlov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Kozlov fails to land.
Kozlov working aggressively here.
Mirage lands a body punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mirage misses with a punch on the inside.
Kozlov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Mirage working aggressively here.
With the fighters up against the cage, Kozlov throws an elbow but misses.
Mirage lands a body punch in the clinch. #T1#
Kozlov misses with an elbow over the top.
Kozlov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Mirage struggles to land a body shot inside as Kozlov controls his hands.
A head punch on the inside from Kozlov fails to land.
Mirage throws a head punch that misses.
Mirage scores with a nice hook to the head.
Mirage misses with the head strike.
Alphonzo Mirage seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Kozlov blocking some punches.
Mirage lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Kozlov takes a shot to the head.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Kozlov blocking some punches.
Mirage misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Mirage scores with a hook to the body.
Kozlov blocks an uppercut. #T2#
A head punch on the inside from Kozlov fails to land.
A short right from Mirage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Mirage.
Kozlov lands a nice elbow.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mirage goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Mirage has a couple of punches blocked by Kozlov.
Mirage blocking some punches.
Kozlov pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Mirage swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kozlov throws an elbow that misses.
Mirage tries a body shot but Kozlov blocks it.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Kozlov just misses with a elbow thrown towards Mirage's brow.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Mirage 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.
Kozlov tries to break free but Mirage pushes him back against the cage.
Mirage misses with a short punch on the inside.
Mirage lands with a light punch inside.
Mirage stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Mirage misses with a punch on the inside. #T3#
A shot in the inside from Mirage.
Kozlov scores with a shot to the side of Mirage's head.
Mirage doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A left hand lands to the body for Mirage.
Kozlov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Mirage'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.
Mirage throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Kozlov blocks an uppercut.
Nice body punch from Mirage.
Mirage lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kozlov backwards. #ROC2#
Kozlov is rocked!
Kozlov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Mirage misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kozlov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Mirage dodges an elbow strike from Kozlov.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Kozlov.
A head punch on the inside from Mirage fails to land. #T4#
Kozlov has a couple of punches blocked by Mirage.
Mirage throws a punch but it's blocked by Kozlov.
Kozlov prevents a body shot from Mirage.
Mirage misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kozlov lands an uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mirage makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Kozlov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Mirage tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kozlov's elbow.
Kozlov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Mirage scores with a shoulder strike.
Mirage lands a shot to the body.
Kozlov is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Mirage's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Kozlov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short body shot lands from Mirage as the two fighters clinch.
Mirage lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Kozlov misses with a hook to the ribs.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Kozlov just misses with a elbow thrown towards Mirage's brow.
Mirage misses with a hook from the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alphonzo Mirage showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Ivan Kozlov's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R3#
Mirage throws a leg kick that is checked
enabling Kozlov to counter with a crisp jab.
Kozlov throws a looping overhand right but Mirage ducks down to avoid it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Mirage! But no joy.
Kozlov wants to clinch up but Mirage keeps it at a distance.
Decent striking displayed by Kozlov there.
Mirage buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Mirage misses with a low kick as Kozlov jumps back.
Kozlov throwing a counter right hand but Mirage manages to avoid it.
Mirage drops Kozlov with a straight left! Oh this is bad for Kozlov! Mirage dives in and starts dropping bombs - the referee has no choice but to step in and save him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:29 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Alphonzo Mirage!
Alphonzo Mirage is the new light heavyweight champion!
During a confident post fight interview, Alphonzo Mirage thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: Gladiators 50 Bravo v Hendrik     
Date:   Sep 29, 2017
#R1#
Mirage takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Mirage takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Petrovs throws a right hand that misses
and Mirage counters with a leg kick. #CL2#
Mirage takes the fight into the clinch.
Petrovs lands with a right to the head.
Mirage lands a nice uppercut.#BC2#
Mirage breaks the clinch.
Petrovs throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Petrovs bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Mirage's head backwards.
Mirage uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Petrovs.
Mirage on the wrong end of a nice hook.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mirage lands with a good body shot.
Petrovs misses with an uppercut
and Mirage counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Petrovs works Mirage's body with a nice hook.#T1#
Petrovs is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight. #CUT2#
It looks like Kaspars Petrovs has been cut.
Petrovs 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.
Nice defenses there by Mirage.
A nice side step and Mirage releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Mirage lands with a kick to the temple. Petrovs shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Mirage slips under a jab.
Petrovs lands with a nice body punch.
Mirage is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Petrovs throws a right hand that misses
and Mirage counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Kaspars Petrovs seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mirage will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Mirage defending well as Petrovs loads up on a big left hand.
Petrovs keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Mirage.#T2#
Petrovs pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Petrovs scores with the left hand. Mirage knows he should have avoided that one.
Mirage wants to slow Petrovs down by chopping away at his legs.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mirage missing with a left hand there. Petrovs was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Mirage blocks a jab.
Mirage appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Mirage misses with a looping left.
Petrovs missing with a left hand there. Mirage was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Mirage moves out of range of the strikes.
Petrovs throws a poor cross that misses
and Mirage counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Petrovs misses with a looping right.
Mirage slips a straight right by Petrovs.
Mirage looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T3#
Petrovs waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Mirage.
Petrovs takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Petrovs scores with a punch to the head.
Mirage misses with a body shot.
Petrovs looks to throw the jab but Mirage is out of range.
Mirage throws out a counter right but Petrovs avoids it with no problem.
Donk. Petrovs catches Mirage right on the button with a cross.
Mirage lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Mirage tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Petrovs was well out of range. Poor timing from Mirage.
Mirage dodges the punch combination from Petrovs.
Mirage appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Mirage looks for the body kick but Petrovs saw that one coming. #T4#
Mirage takes a jab right on the kisser.
Mirage moves away from the strike by Petrovs.
Mirage uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Petrovs.
A decent looking cross lands there for Petrovs.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A shot to the liver by Mirage. Beautiful body shot.
A jab from Petrovs misses.
Petrovs rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Mirage counters with a straight right hand.
Mirage looks to throw a body kick
enabling Petrovs to counter with a crisp jab.
A swing and a miss from Petrovs.
Mirage misses with a wild body shot.
Mirage lands a nice looking body 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 Kaspars Petrovs will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Kaspars Petrovs'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#
Mirage scores with a hook to the body. Petrovs takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Kaspars Petrovs is winning the standup battle so far.
Mirage lands a front kick.
A swing and a miss from Mirage.
Petrovs swings widly with a right hand
and Mirage finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Petrovs looks to land a right hand but Mirage moved out of range.#KD2#
Mirage lands a big uppercut and Petrovs crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Petrovs looks OK. Mirage waves Petrovs back to his feet!#ROC2#
Petrovs is rocked!
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!
Mirage lands an uppercut out of nowhere! Petrovs falls backwards - clearly groggy! Mirage dives in and finishes the fight with more strikes for a TKO finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:39 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Alphonzo Mirage!
Alphonzo Mirage 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: Carnage 47     
Date:   Jun 18, 2017
#R1#
Bad Boy closes the distance looking to clinch
and Mirage counters with a good low kick that Bad Boy was not able to check.
Bad Boy tries to close the distance and clinch but Mirage swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Bad Boy stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Mirage.
Mirage throws a leg kick which misses Bad Boy's front leg but catches the back leg as Bad Boy tries to avoid it.
Bad Boy shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Mirage as he avoids it easily.
Mirage feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Bad Boy's calf.
Bad Boy moves to clinch but Mirage breaks away
and Bad Boy takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Mirage scores with a jab.
Mirage pushes Bad Boy away with a front kick.
Mirage looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Bad Boy is breathing heavily.
Bad Boy moves forwards but Mirage connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Bad Boy misses with a takedown attempt - Mirage sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#CL2#
Mirage forces Bad Boy back against the cage and clinches.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
The referee calls for Bad Boy to work.
Mirage lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Bad Boy definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#T1#
Mirage lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Bad Boy can't find room to land a body shot as Mirage controls the action.
Mirage working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Mirage throws a head punch that misses.
Good body shot from Mirage.
Mirage lands a right hand that snaps the head of Bad Boy backwards.
Mirage prevents Bad Boy from breaking the clinch.
Mirage scores with a shoulder strike. #ROC2#
Bad Boy is rocked!
Bad Boy tries to land a knee to the head but Mirage blocks with his arms.
Oh Bad Boy is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
A short uppercut from Mirage.
Mirage pushes Bad Boy against the cage. Mirage is working some dirty boxing. Mirage pushes off with a quick right hook! Bad Boy goes down! Bad Boy tries to stand but stumbles back to his kness! Mirage moves in to finish and the ref steps in to prevent any more damage!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Alphonzo Mirage!
A very excited looking Alphonzo Mirage rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.

 

Event: Carnage 42     
Date:   May 24, 2017
#R1#
Alzate uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mirage. #CL#
Mirage gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Mirage blocks the elbow strike.
Alzate stalling the fight.
Mirage misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Mirage lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Mirage lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Mirage works on Alzate's body with a couple of short punches.
A head punch on the inside from Mirage fails to land. #BC#
Mirage breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Mirage swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Alzate counters with an outside leg kick.
Alzate misses with a two punch combination.
Alzate uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mirage.
Alzate throws a push kick but Mirage slaps the foot to one side.
Mirage uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Alzate.
Alzate goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Alzate lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Mirage punishes Alzate's body with a nice straight punch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Alzate looks to score with a jab to the body but Mirage is just out of range.
And Mirage counters with a quick kick to the body but Alzate blocks it.#T1#
Mirage scoring well with a low kick there.
Mirage tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Alzate was well out of range. Poor timing from Mirage.
A clash of legs there as Mirage blocks the low kick.
Alzate throws a predictable looking body shot
and Mirage counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Alzate works Mirage's body with a nice hook.
Alzate ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mirage moves away.
Mirage cracks the inside of Alzate's front leg.
Mirage on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Alzate. Alzate obviously looking to wear him down.
Alzate scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Alzate pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Alzate 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.
Alzate throws the left hand but Mirage avoids the punch easily.
Mirage throws a low kick but Alzate moves out of range easily.
Mirage takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Alzate misses with a body shot
and Mirage counters with a three punch combo that has Alzate backing up. Alzate nods at Mirage to acknowledge the strikes.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mirage lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Alzate throws out a loose jab but Mirage uses good head movement to avoid it.
Alzate misses the shot to the body.
Alzate throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T2#
Alzate takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Alzate uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mirage.
Niko Alzate seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Alzate keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Alzate takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Alzate throws out a loose jab but Mirage uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mirage misses with a hook. Alzate ducked under it nicely.
Mirage takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Alzate lands with a kick to the ribs.
Alzate sizes up Mirage with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Alzate misses with an attempted mid kick.
Mirage lands a jab.
Sloppy strikes from Alzate. Those never looked like landing.
A solid body kick from Mirage.
Alzate walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Alzate throws a nice outside leg kick.
Alzate is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Mirage rather than just go for the knockout.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Mirage tries to throw a body punch but Alzate avoids it by throwing Mirage back against the cage. #T3#
Mirage struggles to land a body shot inside as Alzate controls his hands.
Alzate trying to control the position but instead, Mirage has worked for underhooks and has pushed Alzate into the cage.
Mirage lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Mirage lands a left hand.
Alzate stalling in the clinch but Mirage improves position.
Mirage lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Mirage working aggressively here.
A left hand lands to the body for Alzate.
A right hand to the body from Mirage.
Mirage will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Alzate up against the cage.
Alzate blocking some punches.
Mirage blocks an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Mirage fails to land. #T4#
Alzate has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
A left hand lands to the body for Mirage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Alzate.
Alzate throws a head punch that misses.
Mirage has Alzate pressed against the cage.
Alzate blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Mirage misses with a punch to the body.
Mirage prevents a body shot from Alzate.
Alzate fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Mirage throws a head punch that misses.
Mirage has Alzate pressed against the cage, preventing Alzate from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Mirage tries a body shot but Alzate blocks it.
Mirage throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Alzates head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mirage misses with a punch to the body.
Alzate wants to stall.
Mirage 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.

Alphonzo Mirage 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#
Alzate keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Mirage.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Alzate! But no joy.
Mirage is looking to clinch but Alzate is avoiding it.
Mirage tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Alzate was well out of range. Poor timing from Mirage.
Alzate is looking to land body kicks.
It looked like Mirage wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Mirage just misses with a punch to the body.
Mirage walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Alzate throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Alzate connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Alzate tries to score with a low kick but Mirage moves his leg out of the way.
Mirage moves out of range of the body kick.
Alzate takes a swing at Mirage's ribcage but misses.
Mirage goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Mirage bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Alzate's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Alzate avoids the body shot from Mirage.
Alzate tries a low kick but Mirage avoids it.
Alzate scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Alzate wants to land a leg kick but Mirage is out of range.
Mirage swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Alzate uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mirage.
A little jabbing left from Alzate on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Mirage throws a shot from downtown. Alzate moves away and avoids it.#T1#
Mirage lands with a nice combination. Alzate backs away looking to recover.
Mirage lands a jab.
Nice shot by Alzate.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Mirage takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Alzate comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Alzate swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Alzate gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Mirage counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Alzate throws a shot from downtown. Mirage moves away and avoids it.
Mirage blocks a jab.
Alzate avoids the head kick by Mirage.
Alzate throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Mirage misses with a hook.
Mirage misses with a body shot.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Alzate closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Alzate thuds a left hand into Mirage's body.
Mirage uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Alzate.
Mirage tries to counter by clinching up but Alzate breaks away and moves out of range.#T2#
Alzate moves out of range of the strikes.
Alzate keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A leg kick checked by Alzate.
Alzate pushes Mirage away with a front kick.
Alzate takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Alzate takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Niko Alzate seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Mirage moves out of range of the leg kick from Alzate.
Mirage just misses with a punch to the body.
Alzate misses with a low kick.
Mirage half committed to a counter leg kick.
Alzate keeps the fight on the outside.
Alzate looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Mirage defending well as Alzate loads up on a big left hand.
Mirage misses with a double jab.
Alzate takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Alzate keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Mirage.
Mirage turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Alzate scores with a leg kick.
Alzate tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Mirage is able to avoid easily.#T3#
Alzate swats away the attempt to clinch by Mirage.
Alzate chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Mirage can pounce on him.
Mirage moves forwards but Alzate connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Alzate 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 Mirage has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Mirage and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Mirage throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Mirage checks a low kick from Alzate.
Mirage uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Alzate.
Mirage uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Alzate has time to react.
A solid body kick from Alzate.
Mirage looks to score with a jab to the body but Alzate is just out of range.
Mirage looks to score with a jab to the body but Alzate is just out of range.
Alzate throws a counter combo.
Alzate throws a quick inside leg kick.
Mirage takes a jab right on the kisser.
Alzate lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#T4#
Mirage misses with a jab, cross combination.
Alzate cracks a nice hook into Mirage's ribs.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Alzate walks into a left hand.
Alzate lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Mirage at a distance.
Mirage moves out of range as Alzate throws a body kick.
Mirage looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Alzate dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Mirage ducks under a wild hook from Alzate.
A swing and a miss from Alzate.
A bone on bone clash there as Mirage blocks the leg kick.
Mirage buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Mirage connects with a crisp jab.
Alzate 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.
Alzate swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Alzate takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Alzate lands a slapping body shot.
Alzate throws a lazy body kick
and Mirage makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Alzate uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Mirage.
Alzate throws out a counter right but Mirage avoids it with no problem.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Niko Alzate 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. 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#
Alzate swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Mirage counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A solid leg kick lands there for Alzate.
Alzate throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Alzate avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Alzate digs a good body shot into Mirage's ribs.
Alzate ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Alzate throws a right and a left that Mirage avoids nicely.
Alzate takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Alzate scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Alzate moves out of range of the strikes.
Alzate fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Mirage checks it well.
Mirage is looking to counter punch.
Alzate uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mirage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Mirage moves into the clinch.
Alzate is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Mirage lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Mirage working aggressively here. #T1#
Mirage scores with a nice hook to the head.
Mirage blocks a body shot from Alzate.
A short body shot lands from Mirage as the two fighters clinch.
Alzate's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Alzate takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Alzate misses with a punch to the body.
Alzate pushes Mirage back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Still in the clinch, Mirage scores with a nice short uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Mirage fails to land. #BC2#
Alzate breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Nice straight punches there by Mirage. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Mirage.
A good leg kick by Mirage.
Mirage tried to score with a low kick but Alzate checks it.
Alzate misses with a body kick.
Mirage is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Alzate.
Nice straight punches there by Mirage. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Mirage.
A combination from Alzate does no damage.
Alzate ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mirage moves away.
A slow jab from Alzate misses its intended target.
Mirage throwing a counter right hand but Alzate manages to avoid it.
Alzate misses with an uppercut
and Mirage makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A telegraphed right hand from Mirage misses the target.
Alzate throws a body kick that misses.
Mirage uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Alzate.
It looked like Mirage wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Alzate misses with a left hand
and Mirage counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Alzate tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mirage was well out of range. Poor timing from Alzate.
Alzate throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Mirage counters with a thumping low kick.
Alzate lands with an uppercut that bounces Mirage off the cage and back into range.
Alzate throws an overhand right that lands on Mirage's shoulder, as Mirage tries to avoid the shot.
Alzate is looking to land body kicks.
Mirage throwing a counter right hand but Alzate manages to avoid it.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Mirage.
A clash of legs there as Mirage blocks the low kick.
Mirage is looking to counter with a body kick.
Mirage throws a wild body kick that Alzate sees coming a mile off.
Alzate loads up on a big right hand but Mirage slips the punch.
Mirage takes a swing at Alzate's ribcage but misses.
Alzate chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Mirage can pounce on him.
Mirage checks a leg kick nicely.#T3#
Mirage lands a high kick!
Mirage tries to clinch up.
Alzate cracks a nice hook into Mirage's ribs.
Jab by Mirage.
Alzate digs a good hook to Mirage's body.
Alzate lands the left hand.
Alzate misses with a hook.
Mirage moves out of range as Alzate strikes.
As Alzate tries to get set, Mirage tries to push him back and clinch up but Alzate manages to avoid the attempt.
Alzate with a jab.
Mirage lets loose with a powerful body kick. Alzate will feel that in the morning.
Alzate scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Mirage doesn't seem bothered though.
A jab lands there for Mirage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Alzate throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nice uppercut there from Alzate.
Alzate throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Mirage scores with a nice strike.
Mirage thumps Alzate with a low kick.#T4#
Alzate darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Mirage scores with a shot to the body.
Mirage feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Alzates jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Mirage's Muay Thai looks sharper than normal. He has obviously been working on it in the gym.
Mirage scores with the left hand. Alzate knows he should have avoided that one.
Alzate ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jab by Mirage.#ROC#
Alzate is rocked!
Mirage throws a monster overhand right that drops Alzate! Mirage follows up with more strikes from mount and the fight is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:30 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Alphonzo Mirage!
Alphonzo Mirage 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: Embrace FC 2     
Date:   Apr 01, 2017
#R1#
Mirage connects with a solid leg kick.
Sithole ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mirage moves away.
Mirage swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Mirage misses with a left hand
and Sithole counters with a nice uppercut.
Sithole looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Mirage throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sithole misses with a looping left.
A big right from Sithole misses.
Sithole slips under a jab.#CL2#
Mirage moves into the clinch successfully.
Sithole's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A head punch on the inside from Sithole fails to land.
Sithole is trying to break free.
Mirage stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Mirage scores with a nice hook to the head.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Mirage.
Mirage misses with a punch on the inside.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#BC2#
Mirage manages to break the clinch.
Left hook, right uppercut from Sithole.
Mirage on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Sithole connects with the punch.#T1#
Jab, jab by Sithole - just one landing.
Sithole misses with an uppercut.
Sithole missing with a left hand there. Mirage was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Despite the aggression on Mirage's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
A big right from Sithole misses. #CL2#
Mirage rushes Sithole and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Mirage stalling against the cage.
Mirage effectively controlling the action here.
Mirage swings wildly with an uppercut but Sithole uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mirage softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Mirage lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Sithole backwards.
Mirage lands on the inside with an uppercut. #ROC2#
Sithole is rocked!
Mirage pushes Sithole against the cage. Mirage is working some dirty boxing. Mirage pushes off with a quick right hook! Sithole goes down! Sithole tries to stand but stumbles back to his kness! Mirage moves in to finish and the ref steps in to prevent any more damage!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Alphonzo Mirage!
Alphonzo Mirage 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: 4Kings . 005     
Date:   Feb 04, 2017
#R1#
Mirage stuns Sturgis with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Mirage stuns Sturgis with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Mirage stalks Sturgis and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Sturgis's face. Sturgis staggers backwards, shaken.#CUT2#
It looks like Michael Sturgis has been cut.#KD2#
Mirage feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Sturgis sprawling to the canvas! Sturgis rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Mirage finish him?! #ROC2#
Sturgis is rocked!
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mirage jabs at Sturgis's body.
Sturgis is breathing heavily.
Mirage flashes Sturgis a smile before throwing a beast of a right hand, straight down the pipe. Sturgis's eyes follow the hand right onto his nose, taking in it's full glory... and then darkness. Sturgis crumples to the floor! He's out cold! Mirage punches the air and yells at the top of his lungs - yeeeeeeeeeeah!!!! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Alphonzo Mirage!

 

Event: Junior Masters of MMA Round 2     
Date:   Nov 19, 2016
#R1#
Ban Gbus throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Mirage throws a body punch but Ban Gbus moves out of range.
Ban Gbus scores with a shot to the body. #KD#
Ban Gbus cracks Mirage with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Ban Gbus has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Mirage to stand back up!#CUT#
It looks like Alphonzo Mirage has been cut.
Mirage has his takedown stuffed
and Ban Gbus counters with a powerful cross that connects right on the chin and the lights go out! A massive one punch knock out!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Onwuazo Ban Gbus!

 

 
 
 
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